Counter Culture

Name: Counter Culture
Address: 2909 W Bay to Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL, United States, 33629
Telephone: (813) 570-8660
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1287 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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5 time James Beard Nominated, Chef Pierola’s modern homage to classic counter dining and its barstool kinship between diners and the kitchen. Elevated kitchen bar dining, open air mixologist bar, Florida patio seating, and sparkling bay views.

Located just off of iconic Bayshore Blvd, in the heart of South Tampa, a few minutes from downtown.

SUN–THURS 4p-9p DINNER | FRI-SAT 4p-10p DINNER | SAT and SUN 8a–3p BRUNCH

**COMING 1.9.23** Counter Culture's New BrunchLunch! MON-FRI Lunch service 11a-3p

We offer dine in and Florida patio seating by reservation, along with pick up or delivery. Our cocktail bar is kept available for walk in guests, and not offered for reservations. We will always do our best to honor reservation requests. Please note that inclement weather may affect patio availability

Parking? There are select spaces in front of the restaurant. There are additional spaces along the side of the building, as well as in the parking garage around the back on the right.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(813) 570-8660

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 570-8660
Website
https://cc-tampa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jeannie Pierola
Private party facilities
Group Dining and Private Events for any occasion. Multiple areas available for reservations and private rentals. Please email our Event Director Christye at christye@chefdrivenrestuarants.com regarding your group reservation.

Location
2909 W Bay to Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629
Neighborhood
Tampa
Cross street
S Ysabella Ave
Parking details
Bayshore Center parking lot available off of S. Ysabella Ave. All spots in Bayshore Center are available to the public at nights and on weekends.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Counter Culture Coconut Pecan Morning Bread$7.00
brown buttered a la plancha
Fresh Baked Croissant$8.00
counter cultured butter and jams
Wood Fired Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes Absolutely Everything Bagel$6.00
cream cheese schmear
Warm Buttermilk Biscuits$6.00
counter cultured butter, local honey
Warm Pimiento Cheese Biscuits$7.00
counter cultured butter, local honey
Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes Country Sourdough$7.00
toasted or not, counter cultured butter and jams
Raspberry Danish$9.50
vanilla bean pastry cream, raspberry jelly, lots of raspberries, citrus scented powdered sugar, laminated dough

Fresh Start

Grilled Pink Grapefruit$8.00
rosemary vanilla bean sugar
Avocado Tostada$9.00
crushed haas avocado, coriander salad, pickled red onion, radishes, serrano chillies, black garlic crema, tangerine aji amarillo vinaigrette, crispy house corn tortilla
House Cured Faroe Island Salmon*$17.00
watercress, cucumber, shaved fennel, pickled red onion, capers, fresh herbs, lemon zest, creme fraiche, wood fired bagel
Brioche Noisette au Chocolate$12.00
brown butter griddled house brioche, chocolate hazelnut ganache, maldon sea salt, crushed hazelnuts, whipped cream

Griddle

Buttermilk Pancakes$10.00
vermont maple syrup, counter cultured butter
Macadamia Nut Pancakes$16.00
vanilla bean tropical fruit, passion fruit syrup
Buttermilk Belgian Waffle$12.00
vermont maple syrup, counter cultured butter
Pecan and Salted Caramel Swirl Waffle$13.00
vermont maple syrup, counter cultured butter
Brioche French Toast$13.00
cream cheese stuffed french toast, guava syrup
The P Burger$16.00
wood plancha seared classic flat-top burger, choice of cheese, little gem lettuce, beefsteak tomato, sweet onion, house pickles, house aioli, butter toasted bun

Eggs

Organic Egg Sandwich$13.00
soft scrambled organic eggs, white cheddar, crispy pork belly, hydro watercress, brioche bun
- With Handcut Fries$17.00
Chile Roasted Wild Mushroom Huitlacoche Quesabirria Tacos$16.00
goat cheese scrambled eggs, charred chile purple potato hash, black truffle charred onion huitlacoche consommé
Breakfast on Bayshore$13.00
two organic eggs, choice of breakfast sausage or house bacon, artisanal grits or hashbrowns, choice of bread
Egg White Omelette$15.00
baby spinach, burrata, roasted tomatoes, sliced avocado, choice of toast
House Cured Salmon Scramble*$16.00
watercress, sweet onion, fines herbes, lemon zest, creme fraiche, toasted everything bagel
Poached Eggs Bourguignon$17.00
poached farm eggs, crispy pork belly, wild mushrooms, red wine sauce, toasted brioche
Tortilla Espanola$15.00
farm egg omelette, chorizo, wood roasted sofrito, crispy garlic, almonds, patatas bravas, cuban toast
Wood Oven Shakshuka$14.00
organic eggs, urfa chile tomato sauce, lebneh, avocado, french feta, lime, grilled bread
Homemade Corned Beef Hash$16.00
organic eggs, watercress asian pear salad, pickled mustard seed beurre blanc, jamison rye toast

Benedicts

Classic$15.00
poached organic eggs, benton's canadian bacon, jamison b breadhouse bakes english muffin, hollandaise, hash browns
Florentine$14.00
poached organic eggs, wilted baby spinach, wood grilled heirloom tomatoes, montpellier hollandaise, toasted english muffin, hashbrowns
7th Avenue$15.00
poached organic eggs, catalan spinach, grilled chorizo, pimenton hollandaise, cuban toast, patatas bravas
Cracker$15.00
poached organic eggs, glazed house bacon, warm pimiento cheese biscuits, tabasco hollandaise, artisanal stone ground grits

Sides

Crispy House Bacon$7.00
Candied Bacon$8.00
Kurobuta Pork Breakfast Sausage$7.00
Artisanal Stone Ground Grits$8.00
Hash Browns$7.00

What 1,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Great for brunch
Tampa
Innovative
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Contemporary American

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GreatView
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food is phenomenal!! Seats are a little uncomfortable but otherwise, the space is lovely
S
jerricaS
Tampa
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Izzy was a wonderful server and the food was amazing! The pimento cheese biscuits were stellar and so were the ricotta stuffed desserts.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience4
For an appetizer consisting of 5 dates, maybe six spoonfuls of soup total between 2 orders, 1 glass of wine and a tiny salad that took almost an hour to receive, the bill was $73. Great vibe, but the worst value for your money.
TH
TimH
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Steak was over cooked, otherwise delightful experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
The happy hour specials are a relative bargain in an otherwise pricey restaurant. The $10 burger special would have been delicious had it been cooked properly, which it wasn’t. In a restaurant of this caliber and reputation, I would expect a burger asked to be cooked medium to be an easy thing. Apparently not. My requested medium, came to the table medium rare, my husband ordered medium well, came out medium. The kitchen needs to get their act together. At 6:00, the restaurant was empty, and for good reason, we won’t be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Menus little tricky to maneuver , food and service was top notch!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food/cocktails and even better service, highly recommend!
NS
NicholeSamuel
Tampa
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was absolutely Amazing! Our waitress was super attentive! Food tastes great!!
RL
RevLindsay
Tampa
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love this restaurant and eat here frequently. This was a birthday occasion for a friend of ours that is not as adventurous with her palate. It was a great opportunity for us to open her eyes to a number of appetizers that she never would have chosen on her own and then she was able to eat a chicken entree that was familiar and delicious as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
Love CC. Shared with Sharon that i was disappointed i n the Burretta. Cc is also an AAA. Look forward to the next time. And service was great!! Thank you!
KE
KEVYND
Dallas
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is the most ridiculously good and best food in Tampa (grammatically incorrect, but I’m so damn excited lol) Between Counter Culture and Edison… tough choice!
R
Rory
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always. Best brunch. Have gone many times and it is always excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant! Very bright inside. The service was excellent, and we felt very tended to. They had a lot of brunch options. Their french toast was incredible—the guava syrup was different but very delicious. Highly recommend this place!
V
Valerie
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tony provided us with an epic dinner service. The food was incredible, we’ll definitely be back!
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Lve2eat
Tampa
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistent and excellent. Great tastes and beautiful presentation!😋 Service is thorough, thoughtful, and attentive.👏👍
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent service - menu items change regularly which is a nice. The pairings were amazing - we ordered the sampler flight of appetizer, oysters, a salad and the duck. Everything was fresh - presentations outstanding. Higher end - you won’t be disappointed if you enjoy nouveau riche type dining.
KO
KevinO
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was delicious. Tuna tartar with truffle soy sauce was phenomenal.
N
Nicole
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been to counter culture a few times. They have a great well priced menu. The food is always delicious and the portions are generous. Staff is great, everything is made to order so you can ask for substitutes if needed. On my last visit it was my birthday and they even bought our some complimentary donuts! Cute touch and they tasted delicious. Definitely my favorite spot for brunch in Tampa!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great lunch! The burger was outstanding and the drinks were delicious!!
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fishy1
Tampa
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love the happening hour. Food + service is always wonderful !
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gathered to celebrate a girlfriend’s birthday.. Thankfully had reservations as this place was hopping, it added to the beautiful energy though. We were seated immediately and greeted by our friendly server. Our palette was tempted by the chef offering a sample of a very special pancake, 3 little bites and I was salivating for more. The main course did not disappoint and because this was a special bday event the meal ended with yummy doughnuts. I will return and bring more of my friends
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
The appetizers were amazing and we were really looking forward to dinner, but the entrees we got were all just ok. For example, my scallops were dry and over cooked, but the sides were very tasty.
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Cookie
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always great here! I got the special 3 course brunch menu and it was delish! The brunch cocktails are always tasty and strong! Be patient as everything is made or order and worth the wait!! It’s a perfect time of year to sit at the bar and enjoy the Beautiful view of Bayshore and nice weather while having brunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Food came out late and it was cold. Manager came out apologized and took it back to get warmed up.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We found this place on google because of the great reviews and it is well deserved. Every person we interacted with was wonderful and so accommodating (we had a group of 8). The drinks were wonderful and the food was even better. I would highly recommend this place.
JM
JudithM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is very good and the service is outstanding. Makes you want to return
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and menu had a variety of interesting items. Would def go back. Fun birthday lunch
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
The food was great at Counter culture. We loved the biscuits and morning bread. Brunch was great. The mushroom tacos were fun, tasty and pretty salty. When we sat down for our reservation at 1:30 pm it took 15 minutes for a server to come and help us out. I asked the hostess if we were going to be helped soon and they jumped on it after we patiently waited a while. Overall, I would love to come back. Just need to pick up on the service a bit more as food came out we need plates to share and water refills.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious brunch with my family for my birthday! Loved everything about it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
The restaurant is very chic and has a great vibe, unfortunately we had the worst table in the place. Didn’t stop us from enjoying the evening though. Our waiter was attentive and food came out in a timely way. I was really hopeful for some outstanding food but it was pretty bland. We did have a well cooked steak that was delicious. Presentation was beautiful though and my mom really liked all the micro greens sprinkled in everything. We brought our own bottle of wine and they decanted it for us which was nice.
JT
JeffT
Tampa
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great new lunch menu! Highly recommend it..,
CI
ChristineI
Tampa
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Counter Culture brunch Everyone is always so nice. Food came out fast and hot We never feel rushed and just overall love the ambiance. Haven’t been for dinner but always enjoy their brunch.
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Fsu1jester
Tampa
116 reviews
vip
5.0
116 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service from Andres and awesome cuisine as always! The duck was fantastic and the rabbit pappardelle was delicious.
NY
NYCfoodie
Tampa
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The service was outstanding. Comfortable place, good food- recommended
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Incredible
S
Susankay
Tampa
48 reviews
vip
3.0
48 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience5
We went for brunch last year and it was outstanding. We went for lunch this year and weren't wowed. My hubbies burger was undercooked and overseasoned (think powdered spice mix and salt). My friend had breakfast ala carte, very simple, didn't remark about it. I had the shrimp and crab greens salad. There were only two medium shrimp and about a quarter size crabmeat if that. Very lightly dressed. Delish but for $23 expected a bit more substance. I live here so yes, I know the price of seafood. The wait staff was attentive. Don't want to be negative but has something changed?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love coming here! The drinks and food are unique. I love ordering the oysters and the “Dill with It” drink. The service is ALWAYS great. I love the servers and bar backs. Weather was perfect.
S
Steve
Raleigh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as always…
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Counter culture had a great selection of brunch/breakfast food. We had the coconut pecan morning bread with butter & jam, Chile roasted wild mushroom quesabirria tacos and the Homemade corned beef hash. Each dish was plated beautifully and tasted amazing. Our server Izzy was great and made sure to explain each selection on the menu giving us the best recommendations. I would highly recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience5
While the ambience was great the service was minimal. After taking our order we never saw our waitress again, I had to flag down a manager to order a soda. Portions were small compared to cost. This is another I won’t return to!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Counter Culture using the Order Online button. Counter Culture also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Counter Culture also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 570-8660.

Counter Culture is rated 4.6 stars by 1287 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(813) 570-8660

Other options

Order online

2909 W Bay to Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
S Ysabella Ave
Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Bayshore Center parking lot available off of S. Ysabella Ave. All spots in Bayshore Center are available to the public at nights and on weekends.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jeannie Pierola
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://cc-tampa.com/
Phone number
(813) 570-8660
Private party facilities
Group Dining and Private Events for any occasion. Multiple areas available for reservations and private rentals. Please email our Event Director Christye at christye@chefdrivenrestuarants.com regarding your group reservation.

Counter Culture

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

The P Burger

Steak Frites

Brioche French Toast

Fresh Baked

Counter Culture Coconut Pecan Morning Bread$7.00

Fresh Baked Croissant$8.00

Wood Fired Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes Absolutely Everything Bagel$6.00

Warm Buttermilk Biscuits$6.00

Warm Pimiento Cheese Biscuits$7.00

Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes Country Sourdough$7.00

Raspberry Danish$9.50

Fresh Start

Grilled Pink Grapefruit$8.00

Avocado Tostada$9.00

House Cured Faroe Island Salmon*$17.00

Brioche Noisette au Chocolate$12.00

Griddle

Buttermilk Pancakes$10.00

Macadamia Nut Pancakes$16.00

Buttermilk Belgian Waffle$12.00

Pecan and Salted Caramel Swirl Waffle$13.00

Brioche French Toast$13.00

The P Burger$16.00

Eggs

Organic Egg Sandwich$13.00

Chile Roasted Wild Mushroom Huitlacoche Quesabirria Tacos$16.00

Breakfast on Bayshore$13.00

Egg White Omelette$15.00

House Cured Salmon Scramble*$16.00

Poached Eggs Bourguignon$17.00

Tortilla Espanola$15.00

Wood Oven Shakshuka$14.00

Homemade Corned Beef Hash$16.00

Benedicts

Classic$15.00

Florentine$14.00

7th Avenue$15.00

Cracker$15.00

Sides

Crispy House Bacon$7.00

Candied Bacon$8.00

Kurobuta Pork Breakfast Sausage$7.00

Artisanal Stone Ground Grits$8.00

Hash Browns$7.00

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