The Blind Tiger Cafe - Ybor City

The cortada was delicioso! The place is clean and spacious. The barista was friendly. Great corner location with inside and outside seating. I recommend giving it a try!

Love the roast of the coffee ☕️ they have!!! A morning drink sure to keep you running throughout the day. A great place to start your journey in Ybor city and to get an energy boost for the walking 🚶‍♂️

Loved the atmosphere and the friendly staff too 😍!!!

THE STORY: The first Blind Tiger Cafe started at this location in Ybor City. (There are six locations in Tampa.)

Owner Roberto Torres and his founding partners had a desire to bring great roasted coffee flavors back to a city that was known for its historic richness. Inspired by the tailored and crafted feel of a speakeasy, the founders wanted to start a Blind Tiger (a slang term for speakeasy) of their own. They wanted to sell quality, original roasts that were “so great tasting, it would seem illegal.” The Blind Tiger is “a speakeasy-inspired lifestyle brand for those who desire quality and richness in the small pleasures of life.”

SUGGESTED ORDER: I love the cold brew.

PRO TIP: There’s a hidden menu item you might consider: The Bee Sting — Almond milk. Honey. Turmeric ginger tea. Delicious.

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD: Columbia Restaurant, the oldest restaurant in Florida is two blocks east. (Great curbside takeout, btw.) across 7th Avenue, Zydeco Brewing makes great craft beers and has a fun menu. Chill Bros. Ice Cream a few doors over has awesome sweet treats. And one of the oddest places in Tampa, Dysfunctional Grace, is next door to Blind Tiger. Tagline: “The only shop in Ybor where death and dysfunction dance in a graceful ballet.” Visit at your own risk.

Dirty Thaiger and and Cafe Bombon we’re delightful!!!!! Croissant sandwich with egg and cheese and fresh greens and garlic aioli was out of this world! Caprese sandwich was tasty and light. Can’t wait to come back. Love the atmosphere!

Real deal
I do love a good Cuban sandwich and cortado
Had to eat 1/2 before the photo

Absolutely loved my experience here. They have this amazing café Bombón that I recommend. It's made with condensed milk given it an sweet taste.

Breakfast tacos are amazing!!!! Friendly staff and well worth the wait!!! Great place to chill and get some work done.... There hot tea is incredible as well.... A+!

Forgot my coffee at home this morning so decided to try this place for the first time. I work a couple blocks away. They have a hipster vibe, seems like a cool spot. Caramel latte was $6.45 for a small which seems steep. It was good and the perfect temp though.

Tasty coffee!
Quick, friendly service, and chill vibes ✌️

I ordered a cafe bombon which was a sweet, but balanced combo of coffee, milk, and condensed milk 😋

I had it with a flaky, freshly made egg and cheese croissant.

I will definitely be stopping by again real soon!

I love this place. Really cool seating areas inside. Their coffee is just so perfect (I just drink the plain black coffee but I’m sure others are good as well). Not many choices when it comes to food but what they have is delicious. I really enjoy their omelette with Cuban toast. Every time I am in Tampa I come here for my coffee and breakfast.

Also their service is so awesome, staff behind the counter are always happy and smiling while the greet you. They have a lovely attitude, something that just refreshes you in the morning.

Great place to eat, chill and hangout. They do offer free Wi-Fi.