Willa’s

Led by Tampa natives Nate Siegel and Merrin Jenkins, this relatively recent addition to Hyde Park Village gets its name from “Willie” Lowry, Jenkins’ great-great grandmother and a 19th century Tampa pioneer. After swinging open its doors in March 2021, the farm-to-table, French-inflected eatery garnered quick popularity thanks to its intimate ambiance, abundant indoor greenery, and rattan decor. From the kitchen, chef Gabriel Lopez offers a range of comforts like slow-roasted Rotisserie Chicken served with salsa verde and a standout chimichurri-topped Steak Frites. For a cocktail hour bite, hit the mix-and-match snack menu with options like Rosemary Focaccia, thinly shaved Jambon de Paris, a rotating cheese selection, and House Pickles, all of which pairs seamlessly with a Willa’s Spring Fix (orange vodka, aperitif, orange cordial, vanilla) or Hotel National (rum, pineapple, lime).