Corona's Coffee Shop — Restaurant in Tampa

When in Rome.... if you are going to Corona's Coffee Shop, you are already in the mood for a completely submerged little piece of Dominican Republic. So of course very humble delicacy's, sausage with fried cheese for instance, or a bowl of oatmeal or maybe some gravy sausage with a biscuit. Everything here will be homemade on the spot and as if you were at a small side street in the Dominican Republic getting breakfast. Whatever you get, you absolutely MUST pair with a café con leche! Hands down, one of the best cups I've had since my grandmother (GOD bless the dead)! If you go into it with all that in mind, you'll leave satisfied. If you stop in thinking you are at the Waldorf Astoria, don't stop in. One more thing, they understand English but for the full experience, brush up on...

Corona’s Coffee Shop isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a cultural landmark. For over four decades, this family-run spot has been serving up authentic Dominican food with heart, soul, and flavor that takes you straight to the island. Whether you’re grabbing a quick cafecito or sitting down for a full plate of oxtail, every bite is rooted in tradition.

The atmosphere feels like home – warm, welcoming, and rich with history. Locals have been coming here for generations, and it’s easy to see why. The service is friendly, the portions are generous, and the food is always on point.

From the sizzle of the kitchen to the conversations flowing in both English and Spanish, Corona’s isn’t just a place to eat – it’s a place to connect. A true staple of the community, still holding it down...

Bare Bones but Tasty

Corona’s is exceedingly simple: unmarked parking lot, cement block building, counter, short menu, a few tables, a TV that doesn’t work. But we didn’t go there for the atmosphere.

We got an omelet which was very tasty and came with two large pieces of Cuban bread and a breakfast sandwich with eggs and bacon on the same bread. The bacon was especially delicious. All that and a large Cuban coffee made for a very good breakfast.

Next time I’ll probably focus on take-away and get the...