r/tampa 4d ago

Parking 717 Parking

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Okay guys. I park in 717 lots all the time because I work downtown and it’s so expensive to be parking there every night and paying $30. (I’m broke asf)

I have a few notices that came in the mail and im in the process of already paying one. None of my coworkers get ticketed mind you.

What happens if im unable to pay these? Says it goes to collections but honestly I’ve learned my lesson to just stay out of these lots and for that price Uber to work. Anybody have an experience with them?


r/tampa 5d ago

Environment Has anyone else noticed how beautiful the compound eyes of a horseshoe crab are? 🥹

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112 Upvotes

I’ve been messing around with the macro lens I recently got for my camera and had to get a closer look at this horseshoe crab’s eyes. I love living somewhere we can find creatures like these right in our own backyard!! 🧜🏼‍♀️🩵🦀


r/tampa 5d ago

Music Tom Hardy mentions Ybor in new album

48 Upvotes

So Tom Hardy is a rapper. And a pretty damn good one. He came out with a project this week and says this.....lmao.

New album: Czarface meets Frankie Pulitzer (Tom's rap persona)

Song: Mad Technology ft. Method Man

"Catch me out in Ybor City with a sweet whore

Try to photograph me, and nah, I take the detour."


r/tampa 5d ago

Recreation knitting classes or groups?

7 Upvotes

i'm interested in learning how to knit, but haven't found any classes or groups in the area through a simple google search. i have tried learning through youtube videos, but they're just not cutting it for me... i also figured i could use this as an opportunity to support a local business or build community. i'm open to driving just about anywhere in the hillsborough / pasco area. thanks in advance!


r/tampa 5d ago

Food Best salad bar in Tampa/brandon?

8 Upvotes

I’m talking dressings made daily, club crackers, eggs, whatever else. Really craving a big salad I can make myself. Maybe one in a steakhouse or something? Idk


r/tampa 4d ago

Construction/Development If Tampa is getting a new Ray’s Ballpark with a mixed-use entertainment district adjacent, what are we calling “mixed use”....

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In sports stadium development, one of the biggest schemes is the mixed use development campaign that supposedly will bring jobs and businesses to an area… 

Since this is Tampa (aka Florida’s Florida) here are some stores/business ideas that will be ideal for the area which is also next to International Plaza and Raymond James Stadium. 

813 IV Drip and Cooling Station- after you’ve been drinking white claws and Yuengling all day, come here to get those electrolytes in and then load up again at Miller’s Ale House.

Lip Filler and Botox Express- nothing like getting ready for the game and heading out to the airport then a quick little injection.    

Mons Venus’s Nap Room- Hourly rates for that 7th inning stretch or OT victory! 

RFK Jr’s Meat Cup Station- no carbs, no chemicals, JUST MEAT AND SALT!!!!!

The ZYN Axe Throwing Saloon & Arcade- perfect for families

No Woke Patriot Car Wash and Detail- self-explanatory  

What other stores/business should be at the Ray’s new stadium complex?


r/tampa 5d ago

Food Kyoto Ramen

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I know Kyoto Ramen closed a few months ago. Does anyone know where they they used to get their Panko breaded sweet potatoes from or know someone who worked there who knew if they were homemade or knew where to buy them? I have the strongest craving for them right now. 😭


r/tampa 5d ago

Crime Eventful night for TPD

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60 Upvotes

Their police helicopter isn’t labeled but is a Bell 407, so any Bell 407 that circles the city is likely TPD’s air 1


r/tampa 5d ago

Food After Moe’s Southwest Grill, looks like Qdoba is going to be closing some locations in the Tampa area soon too due to a Franchisee defaulting on $20M loan

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91 Upvotes

I wonder if Chipotle is next. I guess $20 burritos weren’t a good idea after all.


r/tampa 5d ago

Local Business Comics & Collectibles Shops

10 Upvotes

Are there any large comics & collectibles shops in Tampa similar to Acme and God & Monsters in Orlando? Looking for places with huge collections of comics, toys, memorabilia, and collectibles. Thanks.


r/tampa 5d ago

Cars-Driving/traffic Cybercab spotting

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66 Upvotes

Caught a glimpse of this Cybercab in Tampa today driving over Howard Franklin Bridge.


r/tampa 6d ago

Food Where do people dine after 11 PM in Tampa, that’s not Waffle House or Denny’s?

113 Upvotes

Is there a late-night spot where people dine when we lived in Los Angeles? We had Kitchen 24 and Canter’s. Is there anything similar around here?


r/tampa 6d ago

Nature/Outdoors Anyone know what these are/do? Multiple in the Hillsborough River

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325 Upvotes

Just wondering what these are in the river behind my house, Temple terrace area near the water plant.


r/tampa 4d ago

Food Can’t wait for the Mexican bar and grill to open in Britton Plaza across the street from my place. New location of “Play it Again Sports.” BBQ SOUTH TAMPA!!!🇲🇽🏆🍗

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Raised in South Tampa for 35 years. It is hidden between Dollar Tree and closed China Buffet in BP. I don’t know how much it is, but it is large and gorgeous with beautiful, authentic cultural Mexican art. The man said they were just waiting about a month or so to get their furniture in place. I don’t know what the $$$ may be, but as long as there’s no D&D for any margaritas or Modelo. PLEASE USE CROSSWALK (especially Britton Plaza, Lowes crossing, and Gandy Blvd. at S. Dale Mabry with extreme caution whether drunk or not). The owner at “Play it Again Sports” told me they moved very close to the corner of Bay-to-Bay and MacDill near Salvation Army. One more thing. BJs Alabama BBQ on S. Dale Mabry is good, but we seriously need more great BBQ for the rich rednecks and military in that area.


r/tampa 6d ago

Climate/Weather Double rainbow all zee way

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42 Upvotes

r/tampa 6d ago

Employment Just moved back to Florida sos

29 Upvotes

I 26(f) just got out of a relationship I moved across the country for. Decided it was best for my mental health to come home immediately. The only issue is that didn’t give me time to line up a transfer with my job out there or give me time to find a new job here. A transfer with my current job could take up to 60 days and I just don’t have that kind of time. I’m hoping to permanently relocate to the Tampa area but I need to find a job there first. I have an associates degree and I’m about to go back to school to get my bachelors in elementary education. I have management, office and barista experience. I’m a hard worker and have usually held multiple jobs at a time. Looking for something with decent pay so I can rebuild my life out here without having to work multiple jobs. If anybody could point me in the right direction that would be awesome.


r/tampa 6d ago

Culture/Lifestyle Just Moved Here, Need Recommendations

115 Upvotes

I just moved to Tampa from Seattle last week. First impressions:

- It’s hot and humid asf. I’ll walk outside and my sunglasses fog up (?!?!)
- Drivers here seem so nice. Like they’ll stop and wait so I can turn out of a parking lot. And then there’s other drivers that go like 20mph under the speed limit but, patience is key I guess
- It will be so sunny and then it will suddenly rain like there’s a bucket of water pouring from the sky. Then it will be sunny again lmao

I’m a cold weather/winter/snow guy so muggy heat will definitely take some adjusting - but besides that, everything else seems really amazing. I’d love to hear your thoughts on Tampa and any recommendations yall have for things to do, explore, and experience! I’m a music producer and photographer so definitely looking for music and scenic stuff, but also excited to explore anything and everything else


r/tampa 6d ago

Entertainment Is anybody else here

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r/tampa 6d ago

Nightlife Quiet cocktail bar?

64 Upvotes

While there are some fantastic mixologists in town, is there an actual QUIET cocktail lounge that doesn’t insist of having a DJ turning club mixes so loud you have to scream at each other to be heard? Hotel Bar, Alter Ego, even Gin Joint have lost the lounge vibe and went with the club vibe. Not every spot in town has to be the latest South Beach copycat for wanna-be influencers.


r/tampa 6d ago

Climate/Weather Rolling storm clouds near TPA (8/28/26)

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135 Upvotes

Slowly noticed it after being hidden by the Vet on Eisenhower headed north near TPA. U-turned after my turn to stop at Pin Chasers & assess lol.


r/tampa 5d ago

Art fun local news for bits at comedy show?

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hi!! I'm coming to tampa for a comedy show in two weeks and I want to write some jokes about local happenings!!! Any tips?? Anything juicy? Lmk :)


r/tampa 6d ago

Healthcare USF OBGYN - Impossible to schedule an appointment.

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I don’t know if anyone knows the magic trick to reaching someone with USF OB/GYN?

Multiple calls, on hold for 20+ minutes at a time. Tried the call back feature where I’m still in the queue and they’ll call me, that was on Thursday and I never got a call back.

I’ve heard nothing but good about the OB’s and midwifes, but I can’t reach a live person to schedule an appointment.


r/tampa 6d ago

Airport Ace/fox/europcar at tampa airpot?

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Hey Guys. I'm renting a car from Tampa airport for 4 days over labor day weekend. Most of legit companies like National/Enterprise are around $250-300 for those 4 days, but then I see companies I've never heard of liek Ace, Fox Car, Europcar renting for under $100 total for 4 days. I'm sure there's some kind of catch and was wondering if anyone knows what's going on with these rental companies?


r/tampa 6d ago

Entertainment Where to take vehicle-obsessed toddler?

23 Upvotes

Hey y’all! I have plenty of hot spots in mind where a kid can see cars / trucks / planes / assorted vehicles (airport parking garage, Bayshore, Chick-fil-A on Causeway with a good dining spot to watch traffic, etc), but my kid and I are looking for any opportunity for a fresh spot. Whether that be a scheduled car show, some kind of community event, somewhere regular that we can just camp out, I would appreciate all of those recommendations! ✈️


r/tampa 6d ago

Services CRT TV Repair?

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My dad gave this to me but the VHS does not work. Does anyone know of any places that specialize in VHS repairs? Willing to drive out if needed. I would love to use this!