Unique Dining In The Dark Experience Coming To Tampa

I am so excited to hear that Dining in the Dark is coming to Tampa!

If you've never heard about Dining in the Dark, allow me to explain. It's just like it sounds. They refer to it as a blindfolded gastronomical experience like no other. It's happening at the Centre Club off of Westshore. You will be blindfolded WHILE you eat. This heightens the experience, because without your sense of sight, your other senses kick up a notch. For the meal, you choose between meat, seafood, or veggie options.

The first time I heard about Dining in the Dark was in Chelsea Handler's autobiography. She wrote of going to a Dining in the Dark type of restaurant in Paris. And to be funny, of course, she disrobed while she was eating. We DO NOT recommend this. The servers wear special glasses so they are able to see as they serve the food. They noticed Chelsea had no clothes on, and she was promptly kicked out to the restaurant. Enough about Chelsea's insane antics.

I did something similar in Atlanta years ago. They had a whole experience where you were taken around places that were pitch black. You were guided to cross a busy intersection, go grocery shopping, and then sit down and have a meal and beverage. During the meal, your guide reveals to you that he is blind and explains this is what it is like for him all the time. It was an enlightening experience. One of the coolest parts about it was that you were seated next to strangers, and it was quite interesting to get to know someone without seeing their face. I'm sure we'll be seated at tables with other people we don't know so that will be very interesting!

Dining in the Dark has been in other big cities around the country, but this is a first for Tampa. The first event is April 26, and the events will run into June. No doubt, this is a bucket list experience for me, and I'm pumped we'll have the opportunity to do some Dining in the Dark in Tampa.

To find out available nights and purchase tickets for Dining in the Dark, click here.

Want to know what the most popular restaurants in Tampa Bay are? Well, look no further because we found out! There are three restaurants that are constantly booked and reservations are hard to get. These are the three most booked restaurants in Tampa according to OpenTable. And they're absolutely worth the wait if you can't get a table right away!

Are you tired of going to the same old restaurants every weekend and wanting to try something new? Look no further because we’ve compiled a list of the three trendiest restaurants in that you must go check out. These spots offer delicious food, beautiful atmosphere and some of the trendiest places that everyone is always talking about! One of them you might have heard of before because it's a must if you visit Tampa Bay. The Columbia Restaurant located in the historic Ybor City, is located at 2117 E 7th Avenue is a staple in our community. This family owned restaurant offer authentic Spanish-Cuban cuisine using old family recipes and tradition. When you go, order their delicious Cuban sandwich and with famous 1905 tableside built salad.

Another fabulous restaurant that you have to go to is Ulele. It's on the list of one of the most booked restaurants for good reason. Located in Tampa Heights it's right on the water and right next to Armature Works. Their food is so yummy and the charbroiled oysters are a must if you visit. Of course, don't forget about their delicious seafood choices including a lobster roll that's to die for! With people all over the country moving to Florida Tampa is exploding right now with popularity. We have beautiful beaches, a vibrant city and a wonderful array of restaurants. Try one of these delicious restaurants listed below if you can grab a reservation.

One of the best restaurants in Tampa Bay is nonother than The Columbia Restaurant. Whether you're going for lunch or dinner, whatever you get will be delicious and authentic. When you go, make sure to order their famous 1905 salad. It's made right in front of you and absolutely delicious.

Ulele is a gem with beautiful surroundings! Located in Tampa Heights at 1810 N Highland Avenue it has delicious food! This spot is famous for it's beautiful views, seafood Risotto and charbroiled oysters. Make sure you try them because everyone talks about them.

This one is a no brainer. Bern's is notorious for having hard to get reservations and for good reason. They're famous for their delicious steaks and of course the wine selection. When you go ask to take a tour of the wine cellar because it's extensive.