Review
The Word: Very rarely do you hear something bad about this place from anybody. That’s good, since it sits about a block away from the most famous restaurant and bar in Tampa (Bern’s). This top location and list of food will pack them in around the clock.
The Spot: Ciccio’s looks like a chic, colorful eatery plunked from the West Village of Manhattan. It cools you down with blue decor and black tables and bar. Out with that special someone? Impress your date by reserving the spot inside secluded by curtains. The outer patio, equipped with fountain, is mighty pleasant.
The Juice: Only Bud and Michelob Light are on draft, and imports such as Peroni, Corona and Kirin are available in bottles. A full liquor bar, straight in front on entering, serves up a slew of martinis and specialty drinks.
The Grub: Ciccio’s cooks an amazing mix of cultures — Italian, Caribbean, Asian, Mediterranean and Latin cuisines that includes sushi, stir-fry and sandwiches at reasonable prices. They touch on anything from basil, tomato and mozzarella skewers to brick-oven pizza. If you can go for it, they’ve got it.
The Selling Point: Great for after-work decompression, Ciccio’s serves some of the best cocktails, coffees, wraps and grouper.
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