Estela's Mexican Restaurant
If delicious but inexpensive Mexican food, and lots of it, is what you crave, then Estela's will more than satisfy. Estela's serves up a hearty dose of family atmosphere alongside its nachos, burritos and house specials such as a super-spicy Shrimp a la Diablo. On Friday nights, a Mariachi band dressed in full traditional black charro costume plays, wending its way around the tables to entertain the customers as they dine. Although it serves primarily meat and seafood dishes, Estela's also provides vegetarian choices, including a Burrito Vegetariana or Fajitas Vegetarianas. For dessert, consider trying the Choco Taco, made of bananas and cream wrapped in a deep-fried flour tortilla, covered with chocolate and served with vanilla ice cream.
Estela's Mexican Restaurant
209 East Davis Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 251-0558
www.estelas.com
220 East Restaurant
220 East has been part of the Davis Islands scene for over 10 years and has garnered an excellent reputation as a friendly and inviting place to enjoy fresh, delicious food prepared from quality ingredients. For lunch, consider a sandwich such as the crab cake sandwich, or the tuna sandwich cooked--or not cooked--to your specifications. Other entrees include Chicken Piccata, Pork Margarita and Bourbon Steaks. If pasta is what you crave, try instead the Chicken Bowtie with Tomato Basil Cream, Blackened Chicken Alfredo, or simply create your own pasta dish. Successful anglers and sports fishermen (and women) can even bring in their catch for the restaurant to prepare and serve at your table. Be sure to leave room for one of the from-scratch desserts, such as Key Lime Pie.
220 East Restaurant
220 East Davis Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 259-1220
www.220east.com
Chez Bryce, the Island Bistro
Diners seeking a more upscale experience might want to try Chez Bryce. A relative newcomer to the Island, the new-since-2007 Chez Bryce has quickly become an Island favorite. This hip bistro, complete with climate-controlled outdoor seating, fountain and live music, provides classically prepared, inventive food choices such as Crispy Veal Sweetbread & Lobster served with truffled fingerling potatoes and brown-buttered spinach, a Provençale-style Escargot tart, and Frog Legs Provençale prepared with Tomato Concasse, Garlic and Fresh Herbs. If a quick snack is in order, consider instead the bar menu, featuring Mini French Pork Buns, Mini Truffled Mac and Cheese, or Balsamic and Soy Glazed Chicken wings.
Chez Bryce, the Island Bistro
238 East Davis Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 258-8100
www.chezbryce.com
