The world famous “Laughing Cat Restaurant” has moved across the street into the former Streetcar Charlie’s location. Chef Franco & Chef Jerry are trained in extensive French cooking. At the Laughing Cat they combine the best of progressive Italian with a touch of French flair cookery. For years the locals have all known the secret…… This is the very best lunch buffet in Tampa!!! There is a full hot & cold buffet display with countless items changing daily. Last week we had Italian grouper in lobster sauce, chicken parmigiana, fresh homemade mozzarella balls, homemade meatballs, vodka pasta, antipasto to die for & fresh baked bread. With many other choices all for just $9.95. At night the restaurant is a packed house, so we suggest reservations. http://thelaughingcat.com/
Bernini's of Ybor … a Go Go
Bernini owner Jason is at it again!!!! He has transformed a school bus into a moving party experience!!! The inside is decked out with European leather, granite counter tops, LED mood lighting, cool air, a HOT sound system and a contained bathroom. In the back is a grill for BBQ and on the side are roll out awnings. Avaliable for rental to ballgames, special events or whatever… We’re sure there are going to be many unprintable stories about this special Bernini’s A Go-Go Party Bus!!! Way to go Jason!!!
Caught at 'First Chance Last Chance Bar'
Welcome to historic and partyville Ybor City!!! The First Chance Last Chance Bar is located on 16th street just south of 7th Ave. This newly opened hurray establishment is setting its own theme. On our visit we met Danie who was making everybody feel right at home. You just have to love their name. When you park in the garage and exit onto 16th street, the very first bar you will see is “First Chance.” On your way back to the garage it’s “Last Chance”. What a clever name for a fun adult beverage stop. Best of luck to “First Chance Last Chance Bar”. Follow them on face book at http://www.facebook.com/#!/FirstChanceLastChance
Steam Fridays @ The Honey Pot
G.BAR
Everything they do at G.BAR is always a huge hit!!! This was so very true for their first Facebook / Grindr party!!! You all know how much we like to club hop. We just didn’t want to leave this party!!! Friends on Facebook/Grindr were given the VIP treatment early on the dance side of the club. We can’t wait to see how wild this is going to be this Saturday.
The Social Club & That 70's Bar
HYNCA Party @ The Bricks
A membership renewal party for The Historic Ybor Neighborhood Association was held at The Bricks. What a great way to meet your old & new neighbors in a fun setting. Attending was newly elected Tampa City Councilman Mike Suarez. A great time to be introduced to local business owners, residents and attract city hall. It was brought up that residents at The Quarters in Ybor have been calling their Westside pool, “GaYBOR Beach.” Then residents of The Box Factory said, ” in that case our pool is now South Beach!!” So just how many pools are in Historic Ybor? It was agreed 6. The Quarter (2), the Box Factory, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden’s Inn & 1 residential on 5th & 17th. The things you learn at a neighborhood party. The Brick’s appetizers were great as always & the 1/2 price drinks were great too!
New Gay Sports Bar, Leather Bar, Jacuzzi Bar coming to GaYBOR
With over 260+ businesses in Ybor City when one closes up everybody starts to speculate on what’s moving in!!! There are now 3 new great open store spaces. The former Laughing Cat Restaurant would make for a perfect GLBT Sports Bar or Bistro. It has it all.. great location, a kitchen, great artsy space, streetcar frontage and in the heart of the historic and GaYBOR District. On the corner of 5th Ave & 18th an old diner/bar is now back on the market. This would be the perfect location for a neighborhood bar, even better locations for a leather club. Sadly, last week the gay live band playing PLAY Ybor Bar closed. We have always said what a fun outside patio to put a Jacuzzi on!!! So there you have it 3 available properties, all with 3 great things in common… LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!!! Viva La GaYBOR
Caught Around GaYBOR
T- Blues @ JJ’s
Smiles @ Fresh Mouth
The Stone Soup Company
Rainbow Lights @ The Ybor Resort & Spa
Welcome to Ybor
Paul’s Tattoos w/ Blake Rogers
Located next doors to Stone Soup on 7th Ave, Paul’s Tattoos has opened. We had the pleasure of meeting with Blake Rogers. This parlor is a double WOW! The futuristic comfy chairs are very incredible. I just wish we could take one home for the bedroom… Wink Wink LOL