Portillo's unveils new sandwich named after Pope Leo XIV

Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.

Tampa expects boost in tourism after 4 restaurants get added to Michelin Guide’s recommended list

You don’t have to go far in Tampa to find great food, and this week, the Michelin Guide added four new Tampa restaurants to its recommended list, which could boost tourism in Tampa Bay.

Study finds 96% of restaurants tested are lying about the source of their shrimp

A study released this week found shrimp lovers in Tampa Bay may not be getting what they're paying for, with dozens of restaurants claiming to offer Gulf shrimp actually selling shrimp imported from overseas.

St. Pete bar and grill puts iconic pirate ship on market

A popular sports bar and restaurant across the street from Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg is selling one of its unique features that has helped define that bar for years.  

Seminole Heights family business offers Mexican food with a twist

Xtreme Tacos has been bringing authentic Mexican food to the Seminole Heights area since 2017. Chef Uzi Ramirez highlighted their authentic offerings for FOX 13 News. 

Tampa restaurant named among Yelp’s top 10 brunch spots in America

A Tampa restaurant is getting national attention by being named one of the top places to have brunch in 2024, according to Yelp. 

Beloved Tampa speakeasy closing its doors after 15 years

Since 2009, Bay Area residents and visitors have been seeking out a special place at the Building Royal in South Tampa, giving a secret password and entering a world reminiscent of the days of prohibition, but those days have come to an end as Ciros, the beloved speakeasy, announced it is shutting down. 

McDonald's to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts nationwide

McDonald’s will begin selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts nationwide by the end of 2026, both chains announced on Tuesday.

Tampa BBQ restaurant named best in Florida

A BBQ joint in Tampa has the best barbeque in the state, according to a survey by Southern Living Magazine.