Food is a universal love. Luckily, Tampa Bay has long been a hub for incredible food of every variety, offering everything from the perfect slice of pizza to colorful sushi rolls to desserts so mesmerizing you keep coming back for more.
In September, we asked our readers to vote for their favorite Tampa Bay restaurants across 35 categories. The votes poured in, down below we reveal the winners, runners-up, and other standout establishments in each category. Whether you’re in search of a new favorite pub or the best burger around, let the 2026 Best Restaurants List be your guide to the best bites in the Bay.
TAMPA Magazines 2026 Best Restaurants: Best Pan-Asian
Winner:
Sunda New Asian
Tampa, FL
TAMPA Magazines 2026 Best Restaurants: Best Sushi
Runners-up:
Sunda New Asian
Tampa, FL