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What’s new in Tampa: openings, restaurants, real estate, and the names on the ground — from Tampa Bay Certified.
Updated July 27, 2026
food
Kim Bros. closes after 35 years on West Hillsborough as H Mart builds nearby
Jin Cha's family-run Korean market at 4021 W Hillsborough Ave closed permanently this weekend, ending a 35-year run.
Jul 27, 2026
openings
Tesla launches driverless Robotaxi service in Tampa, arriving ahead of Waymo
Tesla's fully autonomous Robotaxi went live in Tampa on July 21 as part of a simultaneous Florida expansion into Orlando and Miami.
Jul 26, 2026
events
Rocca hosts Streetlight Taco for a five-course collaboration dinner, July 23–25
Rocca and Streetlight Taco combine kitchens for a $275 five-course pairing dinner, July 23–25, three nights only.
Jul 20, 2026
openings
Waymo is coming to Tampa: launch map spans Sweetwater Creek to Palmetto Beach
The Alphabet company named Tampa one of four new robotaxi markets on July 8; driverless employee rides come first, public hailing to follow.
Jul 10, 2026
events
Mega Night Market brings Asian Food & Music Festival to Hard Rock Tampa on July 12
The one-day event features Asian street food, bao buns, cultural performances, and DJs starting at 2 p.m.
Jul 5, 2026
food
Cousin Vinny's: From a Weekend-Only Ghost Kitchen to Guy Fieri's National Stage
The Michelin-recommended West Cass Street sandwich shop airs on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on July 10, capping a rise from a 2023 ghost kitchen — and a second location lands in St. Pete in November.
Jun 27, 2026
events
Night Nation Run returns to Raymond James Stadium for an after-dark 5K on June 27
The touring nighttime 5K threads a course through music stages, black lights, and laser shows, with run waves starting at 8:30 p.m.
Jun 24, 2026
events
Tampa Bay Times Boat Show returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds June 26–28
Tampa Bay Times Boat Show returns June 26–28 to the Florida State Fairgrounds, free to attend, with a three-day seminar series.
Jun 22, 2026
events
Checkers parks its Fry Love Express at Cinco Soccer for free fries June 18–20
The 43-foot branded truck hands out Checkers' seasoned fries at no charge during FIFA Club World Cup watch parties.
Jun 18, 2026
openings
Replay Sports Cards opens in Tampa, expanding its Southeast chain
The Boca Raton-based chain is adding a Tampa location with graded cards, submission services, and trade nights.
Jun 17, 2026
events
England faces New Zealand at Raymond James Stadium on June 6
England's World Cup squad, featuring Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka, faces New Zealand at Raymond James on Saturday at 4 PM.
Jun 2, 2026
real estate
University of Tampa breaks ground on 11-story, 833-bed housing tower at 110 S Boulevard
The university's largest student housing project in its history will add 238 units to its near-downtown campus footprint by Fall 2028.
May 26, 2026
events
Experience the Intrigue of Banksy's Art at the Straz Center This Summer
A major art exhibit featuring over 160 works from the elusive artist arrives in Tampa.
May 5, 2026
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