Flor Fina

"This upscale restaurant occupies a stunning space inside Hotel Haya in Ybor City, featuring a soaring ceiling with dramatic circular installations of hundreds of milk-glass creations, floor-to-ceiling glass panels opening to a lush cocktail-solarium, and warm burnt orange velvet booths that create an elegant yet inviting atmosphere enhanced by mood lighting and greenery throughout. Originally opened under celebrated chef Douglas Rodriguez (known as the "godfather of Nuevo Latino cuisine") and recently reinvented in 2025 under Chef Eric McHugh, Flor Fina pays homage to Ybor City's multicultural immigrant heritage by blending Cuban, Italian, Spanish, and Mediterranean influences into a coastal-inspired menu. The restaurant is known for its wood-fired live-fire grill producing dishes like a seafood tower showcasing Gulf Coast, Mediterranean, and Caribbean preparations, thoughtfully crafted ceviches, and seasonal family-style options including smoked salmon benedict and slow-roasted prime rib, all complemented by an extensive rum cocktail program and quality wine list at accessible prices. With its commitment to telling Ybor's story through food, private dining spaces for special occasions, weekend brunch service, and a warm neighborhood energy that encourages lingering conversations over handcrafted drinks, Flor Fina has established itself as one of Ybor City's most popular restaurants where pan-cultural dining meets genuine Tampa hospitality in a visually spectacular setting."