Tampa: Ybor City Stories and Flavors Experience
Discover the history of Ybor City on a guided walking tour in Tampa. Learn about the cigar industry, explore the lives of the workers, and enjoy food tastings that ref...
CuisineJapanese ramen
Price$
Neighborhoodseminole-heights
Last verified
Why locals love it: A tonkotsu ramen counter hidden inside the Jug and Bottle shop on North Florida Avenue, run by alumni of the old Ichicoro who quietly revived Seminole Heights ramen.
Tip: Seating is limited inside the bottle shop; go early in the 2pm to 9pm window before the bowls sell out.
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Location
Address: 6203 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
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