🇺🇸Tampa｜Ulele

🍹🍹 Ulele 🍹🍹 📍 Location: 1810 N Highland Ave (just a quick 6-minute drive from downtown, making it super convenient to swing by after exploring the city! 🚗) ⏰ Hours: 11am - 10pm (plenty of time to catch both lunch and dinner, whether you’re an early bird or a night owl) Booking ahead is so worth it—reserving a table is a breeze online, and you’ll skip the wait entirely! 😊 We showed up at 7pm on a Monday without a reservation, and while the indoor seating had a solid 1-hour wait (the place was bustling with locals and tourists alike), the outdoor patio was ready for us right away! 🌿 It felt like a lucky win to grab that spot. At first, the sun was blazing hot 🔥, and we were worried we’d melt, but after about 20 minutes, the temperature dropped nicely, and a gentle breeze rolled in. Suddenly, sitting outside became so cozy—we had a front-row seat to watch the sunset paint the sky in pinks and oranges 🌄! The only tiny hiccup? A few pesky flies buzzing around our table, but they didn’t stick around long enough to ruin the mood 😅. 🦪 Charbroiled Oysters 🍞 We ordered a half-dozen, and they were absolute perfection! The oysters are charred just right, with a smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with their briny freshness, and they’re topped with a zesty sauce that makes every bite pop. The side of warm, crusty bread? Chef’s kiss 👩🍳💋—it’s made for sopping up every last drop of that delicious sauce. 🐊 Gator Tail 🦑 If you’re feeling adventurous, the Gator Tail is a must-try! It’s fried to a golden crisp, with a texture that’s just like fried calamari—tender on the inside, crunchy on the outside. The seasoning is spot-on, savory with a hint of spice that keeps you reaching for more. Even if you’re hesitant about trying gator, this dish will win you over 🤩 🦞 Seafood Risotto OMGGGG everyone raves about this, and for GOOD reason—we now get the hype! The risotto is creamy and rich, with each grain of rice cooked to that perfect al dente texture. There’s a subtle sweetness from corn that balances out the buttery goodness 🧈🌽, and you can taste the fresh seafood in every bite—shrimp, scallops, and maybe a hint of crab? The portion is perfect—any more and it’d be too heavy, but as is, you’ll finish every last spoonful. 10/10, no notes! Loved every bite, loved the sunset, loved the whole vibe—10/10 recommend! 💕 You won’t regret making a stop at Ulele if you’re in Tampa. #Patan#Treasurerestaurantsharing #Restaurantrecommendation