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9 Places Tampa Locals Know & Love, And You Should Too

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Taylor Tew

Mar 14, 2018

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9 Places Tampa Locals Know & Love, And You Should Too

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Being a local in the Brandon/Tampa area, I am always finding something new and fun to do and have grown really fond of some of these places lately. Next time you're looking to get out of the house, refer back to this list and you might find your new favorite spot.

1. Tampa Riverwalk

I know, I know. Pretty basic and probably an option you hear all the time, but have you been recently? Riverwalk is my current go-to when I wanna go for a run, or spend a night out with friends. The weather is almost always nice, it's clean, and you can see all the downtown lights at night.

2. Hyde Park

Who doesn't love a good trip to Hyde Park? You have the best options for food: Goody Goody, Bar Taco, On Swann... the list goes on. Need I mention dessert? Popsicles or cupcakes...or both! Also, everyone loves a cute picture at the white wall for Instagram!

3. Buddy Brew

While there is a Buddy Brew at Hyde Park, they are also all over the Tampa area, and for good reason! This is a super clean and chill environment to grab a coffee with a friend! (Still love my Starbucks the most though).

4. SOHO Juice

Oh. My. Gosh. If y'all haven't paid a visit to this place and gotten a smoothie or acai bowl, believe me when I say YOU ARE MISSING OUT. These heart-healthy snacks are seriously so good and worth the traffic!

5. Green Lemon

Again, wow. Food is sooooooo good, and the queso is a MUST. That is all.

6. Trader Joe's

Call me crazy, but I've never had a bad experience at Trader Joe's. The staff is friendly as heck, and you get great deals. And honestly, when is buying food ever a bad time?

7. Eddy & Sam's

If you haven't had a slice of pizza from this place yet, your time has come. Seriously this place is the yummiest and cheapest meal you're gonna find in the area.

8. Big Sporting Events

While I have only attended a Bucs game, the Tampa Bay Lightening have had a great season, and the games are known to be a really fun time for friends and family.

9. The Tampa Premium Outlets

There is nothing that I love more than a shopping spree and good deals. This outdoor outlet is the best place for some light shopping. They have high-end brands for low affordable prices. My favorite stores there include Steve Madden, Fossil and Saks!

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9 Places Tampa Locals Know & Love, And You Should Too

These hot-spots are perfect for a visit with friends!

1. Tampa Riverwalk

2. Hyde Park

3. Buddy Brew

4. SOHO Juice

5. Green Lemon

6. Trader Joe's

7. Eddy & Sam's

8. Big Sporting Events

9. The Tampa Premium Outlets

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6. When you have to wait to get an item number or to talk to a manager.

It's not always fun being fun-sized!

1. Not wearing makeup is like stepping in a time machine

2. "Wow, how tall are you?!"

3. You don't realize how much you're craning your neck until you talk to someone as short as you.

4. Hugging your friends is just asking for a face full of boob for you and makeup on their shirt for them. Awkward.

5. You face retail discrimination

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2. They like getting a mild cold

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6. Their creativity comes out in strange bouts

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8. They experience a different kind of tired

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12. Yup, they’re the mom of the friend group

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