New American Restaurants near Lutz, FL

“This place is perfect! SoFresh offers fresh healthy meal options - exactly what this area was lacking. The owners are great people always welcoming their customers with a smile and perfect service. My favorite bowl is grilled chicken with zucchini noodles, sweet potatoes and broccoli covered with delicious citrus dressing. Always excited to visit and get a healthy nutritious meal at SoFresh in Lutz.“

“I had an amazing experience after visiting Fresh Kitchen (Lutz) the other day. Both the Backened and Citrus Chicken were so tasty and perfectly seasoned. My friend had the Salmon and although I'm picky about my salmon I tried it and loved it. the Vegetables were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The restaurant was very clean. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable and very friendly. Kudos to the management. I will return.“

“Eryk was a great server!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars All Day Long!

First things first our server Ethan was absolutely fantastic. This young man knew the menu inside and out (or very close to it), answered every question with confidence, and delivered service that was beyond amazing. Polite, attentive, professional, and genuinely pleasant Ethan made the entire dining experience even better and deserves major recognition.

Now let’s talk about the food… next level.

The carne asada was incredible perfectly cooked with flavors that were spot on. The fresh corn truly tasted fresh and was bursting with flavor, while the cilantro lime rice was incredibly delicious and complemented the dish perfectly. The other entrée we ordered, the crispy chicken costaleta, was a total wow factor. Crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. The smashed potatoes were hands down some of the best we’ve ever had, and the green beans tasted like they were fresh-picked—bright, crisp, and full of flavor.

And then… dessert.
We indulged in the upside-down pineapple cheesecake oh my goodness. Out of this world in both taste and flavor. Sweet, rich, perfectly balanced, and absolutely unforgettable.

The adult beverages were just as impressive. The coconut margarita was like nothing I’ve ever tasted smooth, refreshing, and dangerously good. The Florida Avenue Dead Parrot light beer was served super cold and packed with flavor for a light beer excellent choice.

The exterior of the restaurant was beautifully lit, creating a great first impression, and the interior was clean, tidy, and very inviting. Everything felt well cared for and welcoming.

We are super thankful this Cheesecake Factory is right here in our own backyard. From the outstanding service to the exceptional food, drinks, and atmosphere, this location absolutely delivers.

We will most definitely be back.“

“Very good food and staff! Enjoyed!“

“Cali is my favorite place in the area. The food is amazing and is served very fast. It is a restaurant where you never have to worry about the quality being “off”.

The staff is incredible! Jillian is amazing and makes you feel truly cared for. Jose is the man! Everyone is so welcoming and accommodating.

Link Run Crew Loves Cali!“

“The food is Amazing, smoothies like my homemade smoothies ❤️❤️“

“The food and service were absolutely wonderful. Our waitress couldn’t be any nicer and attentive and the manager was super super good. can’t wait to go back and have a Pazooki🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷Mardi Moore and Debbie Crane 🩷🩷🩷 and our puppies Ollie and Frankie it’s so great to be able to bring them with us 🩷🩷🩷“

“Awesome food and great service at the Sarasota location! Highly recommend.“

“My mom and I went to Fresh Kitchen and told them and it was our first experience and we were treated spectacularly! We tried almost all of their food to perfect our bowls and the staff (especially Xavier) were so kind and accommodating to us. 10/10 recommend!“

“Every time I have dinner at Sacred Pepper, I try something new and never have I been disappointed. This time I tried the Pistachio Crusted Fried Brie with cranberry chutney, balsamic reduction and d toasted parmesan crostini and it was amazingly delicious and also a shareable plate. For dinner I had the Oak Grilled Norwegian Salmon with heirloom tomato salad, white wine butter sauce, and house-made orzo pasta with a side of the Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Applewood bacon and a balsamic glaze. It was all excellent and very flavorful just as everything else has been in my 4 visits here. It's hard to even pick a favorite! Besides the great selection of shareable plates, entrees, sides, and drinks, the decor and ambience are stunning. Then add to that, my server Adam was exceptional, and he was very attentive, polite, respectful, courteous, patient, and he genuinely made me feel so welcomed and valued. He has made so many wonderful recommendations to me over my visits and has even gotten me to try many new things that have all been excellent.“

“We ate here last Sat night excellent server and the food was great. I had the tuna my wife had a fillet both were great. Of the smoky maple old fashioned was excellent…“

“Every time I come here the food is always great and the beer is straight from the brewery in the back, even exclusives like Lord Chesterfield or Bongo Fizz that I can only find here. Everything I’ve had at the restaurant has been great, and the servers and bartenders are pleasant and knowledgeable about the beer and food. Highly recommend if you are in the area!“

“This place is a true hidden gem! On a lake (I saw an alligator sunbathing which as a transplant is still really cool to me) and wow MY GOODNESS the food was so good I was shocked by the fair pricing and the sweets omg the cookies are so good and the service was great! Very lowkey, cafe style and with an amazing view, what’s not to love!“

“Friday night with friends, we tried Circles — a cozy little spot tucked away in a small Carrollwood plaza. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and our server, Vaughn, did an outstanding job taking care of us. The menu was impressively diverse with several Asian-inspired dishes. We started with the calamari, fried avocado slices, and dumplings — all delicious and perfectly prepared. The Southwestern soup was spot-on too. For entrées, we had eggplant parmesan, steak and blue cheese salad, and pan-roasted cod — every dish was fresh and flavorful. We didn’t order drinks, but the restaurant has an impressive wine collection and full bar for those who do. Excellent food, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere — we’ll definitely be back!“

“Good food. Good service also.“

“This place is worth the drive! Drew from Gulf Coast Rehab told us about this place so we made the drive and it did not disappoint, my wife loves it so much we are actually going there today for lunch date, thats why i wanted to make sure I wrote this for them!!“

“If you're craving something cheesy and delicious, this spot is a must-visit! Their pizza is packed with meat and cheese, and the dough is cooked to absolute perfection. I went during lunch time which had a deal of two pepperoni pizzas and a drink for $5. I wanted a meat lovers pizza and the host was so nice she allowed it with just a $2 up charge. What really caught me off guard--in the best way possible--is that they also offer empanadas. And let me tell you, these are the cheesiest empanadas I've ever had! You can tell by my face how shocked I was, LOL. I've made some pretty cheesy ones myself, but these take the crown. I think they use the same dough as their pizza, which is probably why it's so good. As someone who was craving both pizza and empanadas, I was SO excited to find a place that does both--and does them so well. The location is a cute pizza stand, so you you'll want to take your order to go. Highly recommend!“

“The lady's name is AMBER! She is a Bartender/Server/Great all-around person! We are new and have many iptions, but because of Amber, we chose Glory Days. Amber is always happy, knows what we want and runs circles around other Bartenders & Servers. I hope you pay her well! She could definately get more and still be the wonderful asset to Glory Days!“

“This is a really neat place! There is space to hang out, relax, and spend time with family or a date. There are various spaces to spend your time, inside at a table, inside playing pool, an inside bar, outside tables and outdoor game areas with chairs. It's family friendly, and is nice for larger groups or just a small family dinner like ours. It is also handicap accessible which was huge for us since our mom was with us in a wheelchair. We were able to take her to the bathroom and move around in it with her easily. It was just a really neat space and experience. The beer is great; the food is okay (I think I just picked the wrong plate). I will definitely be back! Great energy. Jake is spectacular.....Jacob as well :)“

“Nice place for the family I will be back soon“