Willa's

I was instantly drawn to the beautifully curated bohemian aesthetic as soon as I walked in! The Biscoff Cookie latte was delicious and wasn’t overly sweet which I appreciated. My friend and I both ordered the sampler breakfast - Nate’s Plate - which I highly recommend! The eggs, the aoli sauce, the lattkes - chef’s kiss.

We’ve been to Willa’s twice already and absolutely loved it! Our server Keeley was amazing, extremely attentive and kind. The food is incredible (highly recommend the French toast!), and their hot lattes are top-tier. Everything we’ve tried has been delicious. The place has a spacious parking lot, it’s really cozy inside, and there’s even a café next door for those just looking to enjoy a coffee. Definitely a spot we’ll keep coming back to often!

Amazing place. We went on a holiday for brunch. Food was amazing. Incredible flavor. Bar is quite extensive. They even had a DJ when we went making a more lively atmosphere. Bonus for a free parking lot for customers.

Hannah Merrill

Such a cute place with amazing, courteous, kind staff! We really enjoyed our time together as a family on their patio. The staff were gracious and friendly and we felt at ease and welcomed. They were able to do a few substitutes with no issues. The food was delicious, I rarely finish my meal but certainly did this time around. We had Nate’s plates and my honey had the steak and everything was super tasty. I do wish there was a bit more salmon as I didn’t feel it was enough compared to the rest of the food on the plate. The chai latte definitely had way more cinnamon than I could handle so I had to scoop it out- chai wasn’t my favorite but I am picky about that. The decor was gorgeous and overall we would 10/10 come back to enjoy another meal here.

Alison Proodian

We had the most phenomenal wedding at Willa’s this past Saturday, and none of it would have been possible without their incredible venue/event guru, Angelique. She is pure magic — patient, kind, trustworthy, talented, and has the most infectious positive attitude. From start to finish, she went above and beyond. During wedding planning, we exchanged hundreds of emails and met multiple times in person as she wanted to make sure our day was everything we ever dreamed of (and more). She thought of things I didn’t even know were a thing, and on the day of our wedding she made it a point to check on us periodically to ensure we were eating, hydrating, and having the best time. A lot of our friends who had only dined at Willa’s or grabbed coffee at Willa’s Provisions couldn’t picture how we’d pull off a ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all under one roof — but Angelique made it all happen flawlessly. The vibe, setup, and space were perfect for our 75 guests — cozy and connected. The outdoor patio for cocktail hour gave everyone a chance to enjoy the perfect weather and fresh air, and the decor tied beautifully into our boho-chic, slightly vintage style. Willa’s made it so easy for us to bring in our own personal touches from a pre-ceremony beverage cart, crème brûlée and tiramisu desserts made in house, the watercolor guest sketch artist, and an espresso martini ice luge! The signature cocktails were a hit, the food was phenomenal, and our guests haven’t stopped raving about the attentive, kind service. There is truly nothing we would change about our day except wishing we could slow time down and relive it again. Major shoutout to the entire Willa’s Team (I wish we could remember more names) — Angelique, Joe, and Marissa are true MVPs — we are forever grateful to you all for making our wedding day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a cool, local spot for an intimate and fun wedding, you’d be silly not to consider Willa’s!

Izzy

I absolutely enjoyed my pit stop here. Food was tasty; restaurant was clean and great customer service. My server Brittany was on top of it & I think she was the only one there serving like 7+ tables it was very impressive (haha).

Nina K

First time visiting here on vacation after a friend of a relative recommended us to have brunch here. Our server Joe is the most elite server I’ve ever had! He’s so great and hope everyone can have him wait on your table. I got the avocado toast which was so big and delicious. Love the simplicity and clean flavor of an avocado toast and they did it well. The avocado wasn’t lackluster at all. The side of greens was so delicious too whatever it was dressed it was perfect. Not overbearing the side salad which many places do or keeep plain. Thanks for the delicious food and great service.

The Non Roti Maker

There is something about places like Willa's that calms you down. Is it the color or art on the walls? Is it the decor? The seating arrangement or the light on a cold Friday night? Maybe it's all of these. Stop by even if it is just for a coffee or a drink at night.

Roam “Captain” LaMar

DO NOT SKIP BRUNCH!! The food is an edible masterpiece. While in Tampa with my daughters, we just wanted breakfast. Just a normal breakfast. We were not mentally prepared for this Master Class in culinary art. Nate's Breakfast was brilliant. Eggs scrambled perfectly. Latkes were thicker than I've normally had them (maybe 10mm thick) with a perfectly crunchy outside, and creamy in the inside. The salmon was good, as were the onions, and the avocado was ripe. The garlic aoli was wonderful, and had an extra herb-y flavor that I couldn't place. Tasting everything by itself was great, but combining it all into one bite made fireworks in my mouth. Brilliant. The Breakfast Plate came with 2 of the most perfect over-medium eggs I've ever seen. The toast was, this is going to sound ridiculous, the toastiest toast I've ever eaten. Like someone stood over an open flame just slowly toasting it to perfection. And it had a hint of sweetness. And the bacon. Thick bacon. Almost like someone made a mistake. Like 3 average slices of bacon in one. And how did they get such thick bacon to be firm, but not burnt, I'll never know. Fabulous dish. The Avocado Toast consisted of a fairly thick slice of toast, with at least one whole avocado spread over it's entirety, and eggs Sunny Side Up. This bite is everything you'd imagine: creamy, crunchy, and just a little bit messy. :) But absolutely worth it!! Incredible. Sourdough French Toast. I have never in my life had a culmination of exquisite independent flavors as was in one bite with these ingredients. The French Toast itself had a crunchy exterior, with a twinge of sourdough that one would anticipate, but then a split second later a sweetness that supported, but not overwhelmed, the bite. And that was just the bread. It is served with ricotta, but a bitey, creamy ricotta. And the lemon curd puts all other lemon flavored things to shame. Texture was that of a lemon pudding. Sour. Lemon up front. No doubting it's ingredient. And berries. :). So, if you've been paying attention, a bite with all of these was powerful: crunchy French Toast with a punch of lemon, subtly calmed with a creamy ricotta, then finished with a slight sweetness. There should be a movie based on a book about this Sourdough French Toast. Magnificent. The staff was incredibly kind and delightful. I am pretty sure I talked to everyone working the floor. :) The interior gave an "elegance in a warehouse" vibe, much like the prom in a barn that I grew up with. And the bathrooms were eclectic and clean. Do not miss an opportunity to experience this restaurant. It WILL be an experience. You can thank me later!!! :)

Marrebears

The inside was beautiful, the iced matcha was good, wish it was a little sweeter instead of the raw taste. The avocado toast was good. The garlic balsamic bread was nice and tangy.

SMGM Photo&Video

Warm, stylish, and intimate — an ideal setting for a bridal shower. The cozy interior design added such a beautiful touch to every photo. We truly enjoyed taking photos there!

M R

We’ve been to Willa’s twice already and absolutely loved it! Our server Keeley was amazing, extremely attentive and kind. The food is incredible (highly recommend the French toast!), and their hot lattes are top-tier. Everything we’ve tried has been delicious. The place has a spacious parking lot, it’s really cozy inside, and there’s even a café next door for those just looking to enjoy a coffee. Definitely a spot we’ll keep coming back to often!

Bryan Beatrez

Amazing place. We went on a holiday for brunch. Food was amazing. Incredible flavor. Bar is quite extensive. They even had a DJ when we went making a more lively atmosphere. Bonus for a free parking lot for customers.

Madeline

I was instantly drawn to the beautifully curated bohemian aesthetic as soon as I walked in! The Biscoff Cookie latte was delicious and wasn’t overly sweet which I appreciated. My friend and I both ordered the sampler breakfast - Nate’s Plate - which I highly recommend! The eggs, the aoli sauce, the lattkes - chef’s kiss.

Brittney Lennartsson

We always loved Willa’s, whether for coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner. We recently just went for an early dinner for the holiday ambiance and it was the perfect date night. Always enjoy their food and always the best service from Joe per usual!

Ava Euteneuer

Our best dining experience in Tampa! Every single worker was so warm, personable and attentive. Our waiter Duncan was so helpful and efficient. We all LOVED our meals. The spicy rigatoni is amazing, so is the mac n cheese, disco fries, chicken and steak frites and the house salad. We all loved our cocktails. They were so helpful with changing our reservation and the restaurant was adorable. They made our friends birthday so special, the staff even made her a hand drawn and written birthday card!

Gal B

We recently dined at Willa’s with friends, and it was such a pleasant experience! At first glance, the space feels more like a brunch spot, but it works wonderfully for a casual dinner as well. The drinks were fantastic, the service was quick and attentive, and the food was absolutely delicious. The portions were generous, and everything tasted incredibly fresh. It’s a place we’re already looking forward to visiting again. Highly recommend Willa’s for a relaxed yet satisfying dining experience!

As a trained chef I was impressed. Fantastic Brussels Sprouts, the Allepo Carrots were on point! The smash burgers were juicy with proportionate ingredients. Arely was an excellent server. Professional and knowledgeable about the menu. Food worthy of Fine Dining designation, and Fall/Holidays feeling of a Spiced Pear Old Fashion. That and Glenfiddich gives you that warm holiday fuzzy feeling inside. The Beef Tartare was fantastic but if I had one miniscule gripe it would have been more elaborate with French bread sliced on a bias and toasted with butter and an Umami cheese. Just personal opinion. Great meal, terrific service, great price. I'll be back there. Oh, and don't forget the Willa's Tonic, lemongrass, lavender, and seltzer......we took home 2 big bottles. Yum.

Had a nice dinner for 2. Tried the Brussels sprouts which were excellent. French onion soup was solid but different, more of a chicken base. The steak and frites were fantastic. In addition the server was great as was the nice casual atmosphere. The price was reasonable as well. For sure will return.

Clint Gadrim

As a trained chef I was impressed. Fantastic Brussels Sprouts, the Allepo Carrots were on point! The smash burgers were juicy with proportionate ingredients. Arely was an excellent server. Professional and knowledgeable about the menu. Food worthy of Fine Dining designation, and Fall/Holidays feeling of a Spiced Pear Old Fashion. That and Glenfiddich gives you that warm holiday fuzzy feeling inside. The Beef Tartare was fantastic but if I had one miniscule gripe it would have been more elaborate with French bread sliced on a bias and toasted with butter and an Umami cheese. Just personal opinion. Great meal, terrific service, great price. I'll be back there. Oh, and don't forget the Willa's Tonic, lemongrass, lavender, and seltzer......we took home 2 big bottles. Yum.

Brunch at Willa’s was a great experience. We loved the open, inviting space with its hand-painted mural and long bar seating. I ordered the sourdough French toast—crispy on the outside, soft inside, and perfectly brightened with lemon curd. Outstanding. My wife had the classic chicken salad sandwich; it tasted a bit mild to her, though I found it nicely balanced. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered suggestions for our next visit. A wonderful North Hyde Park spot we’re happy to return to.

I was visiting Tampa and a friend suggested brunch at this cute restaurant. There's also plenty of free parking. Our server Brita was super helpful and attentive. I tried their Matcha lemonade which was quite good. We ordered the huevos rancheros and a mushroom omelet, with a side of latkes. The latter were excellent. Our meals were definitely good. My only issue was that it was a bit expensive for brunch. The bill was about what 2 people might pay for dinner. I'm glad I went but you can get more bang for your buck at a First Watch or something similar. I wish them well.

Loved brunch at Willa’s! Cool vibe, great menu with lots of options. I had the huevos rancheros and a cortado both amazing. A bit pricey but totally worth it!

Willa’s has been on my list for a long time. The menu is awesome, food was delicious, atmosphere really cute. Went for a girls day and great for brunch/lunch. Lots of vegetarian friendly options as well. I had the broccolini melt and it was a large portion (enough for left overs so my husband enjoyed it too)

Doug Hewitt

Brunch at Willa’s was a great experience. We loved the open, inviting space with its hand-painted mural and long bar seating. I ordered the sourdough French toast—crispy on the outside, soft inside, and perfectly brightened with lemon curd. Outstanding. My wife had the classic chicken salad sandwich; it tasted a bit mild to her, though I found it nicely balanced. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered suggestions for our next visit. A wonderful North Hyde Park spot we’re happy to return to.

Michael C. Delapena

I was visiting Tampa and a friend suggested brunch at this cute restaurant. There's also plenty of free parking. Our server Brita was super helpful and attentive. I tried their Matcha lemonade which was quite good. We ordered the huevos rancheros and a mushroom omelet, with a side of latkes. The latter were excellent. Our meals were definitely good. My only issue was that it was a bit expensive for brunch. The bill was about what 2 people might pay for dinner. I'm glad I went but you can get more bang for your buck at a First Watch or something similar. I wish them well.

VJ

Loved brunch at Willa’s! Cool vibe, great menu with lots of options. I had the huevos rancheros and a cortado both amazing. A bit pricey but totally worth it!

Lisa Vaccaro

Willa’s has been on my list for a long time. The menu is awesome, food was delicious, atmosphere really cute. Went for a girls day and great for brunch/lunch. Lots of vegetarian friendly options as well. I had the broccolini melt and it was a large portion (enough for left overs so my husband enjoyed it too)

This place was chosen by a friend who had never been there before. Let me start by saying that I’m not the type to believe “the customer is always right,” but this restaurant definitely needs to improve its customer service and how they handle certain situations. My friend and I were seated at a very small table (which is fine, it's just the two of us). Unfortunately, I ended up facing a blank wall with my back to the door—not a big deal, but I wanted to enjoy the ambiance since it was my first time there. My friend suggested I move my chair next to hers so we could both face the room. There was plenty of space around us, so I didn’t think it would be an issue.When the waitress came over, she greeted us but immediately told me that I would have to move my chair back once the people with reservations next to us arrived. I said that wouldn’t be a problem since I was already planning on doing that. After noticing that the table next to us had even more space between tables, we asked to switch, we did. I moved my chair next to my friend's. You could tell the waitress wasn’t happy about it, but I brushed it off. When she came back with our drinks, she said the manager insisted I move my chair back. I’ve never been anywhere where management made such a big deal over a chair—especially when it wasn’t blocking any walkways or creating a hazard.What made it worse was that the guest seated next to us later positioned his chair the exact same way (picture attached), and no one said a word to him. Maybe it was because the group was spending more money than we were but it felt unnecessarily petty, maybe even discriminatory. Whether it was because I’m a woman or because they assumed I was trying to be difficult, the whole situation left a bad taste in my mouth. Afterward, I read other reviews mentioning poor customer service, lack of greeting at the door, bland atmosphere, and underwhelming food—and I have to agree. The grits that came with my meal had no flavor and had mashed potatoes texture to them, though the sandwich I ordered was good. Still, for $20, I can easily find other places that make you feel welcomed. I won’t be coming back.

Marisol G.

This place was chosen by a friend who had never been there before. Let me start by saying that I’m not the type to believe “the customer is always right,” but this restaurant definitely needs to improve its customer service and how they handle certain situations. My friend and I were seated at a very small table (which is fine, it's just the two of us). Unfortunately, I ended up facing a blank wall with my back to the door—not a big deal, but I wanted to enjoy the ambiance since it was my first time there. My friend suggested I move my chair next to hers so we could both face the room. There was plenty of space around us, so I didn’t think it would be an issue.When the waitress came over, she greeted us but immediately told me that I would have to move my chair back once the people with reservations next to us arrived. I said that wouldn’t be a problem since I was already planning on doing that. After noticing that the table next to us had even more space between tables, we asked to switch, we did. I moved my chair next to my friend's. You could tell the waitress wasn’t happy about it, but I brushed it off. When she came back with our drinks, she said the manager insisted I move my chair back. I’ve never been anywhere where management made such a big deal over a chair—especially when it wasn’t blocking any walkways or creating a hazard.What made it worse was that the guest seated next to us later positioned his chair the exact same way (picture attached), and no one said a word to him. Maybe it was because the group was spending more money than we were but it felt unnecessarily petty, maybe even discriminatory. Whether it was because I’m a woman or because they assumed I was trying to be difficult, the whole situation left a bad taste in my mouth. Afterward, I read other reviews mentioning poor customer service, lack of greeting at the door, bland atmosphere, and underwhelming food—and I have to agree. The grits that came with my meal had no flavor and had mashed potatoes texture to them, though the sandwich I ordered was good. Still, for $20, I can easily find other places that make you feel welcomed. I won’t be coming back.