After a few days with family, I headed to Val’s house for some solid BFF time. We spent the final weekend hours strolling down Bayshore, shopping, lunching, lounging, and dinner dining. It was glorious.
Our last weekend meal was at Copperfish, where we met up with her sister, Lindsey. The sisters focused on the wine list while my eyes super-focused on the oyster shooters. When all things alcoholic were delivered to our table, we were ready to order. Mussels skillet and calamari times two.
The mussels made quite the entrance in their colorful, steaming skillet. They were well-sized and cooked to perfection (there’s nothing worse than a shriveled, overcooked mussel!). And then to the best part, the broth, which was extra light and filled loads of shallots, oyster mushrooms, and tomatoes. I went for the grilled bread and sopped up every last bit – a sure sign of a broth-well-done.
Another bottle of sauv blanc and TWO desserts, we turned an ordinary dinner into a celebration of sorts.
Overall, this new Tampa establishment was on par with some of my Austin favorites. The menu was simple/well done, the decor was tasteful and hip, and the service was a perfect balance of friendly and attentive. I am certainly looking forward to more meals here during future visits home!