Florida has never been short on surprises, and that goes way beyond the beaches. For people who love to eat and love to be caught off guard, this state delivers in ways most places simply do not.
Some restaurants here stop you in your tracks before you even look at the menu, whether that is the decor, the concept, or something you cannot quite put your finger on right away. Others let the food do the talking with dishes that make you pause and wonder how someone even thought to put that together.
Locals in Florida have a certain appreciation for places that refuse to play it safe. There is real excitement in walking into a restaurant and having no idea what to expect, then leaving with a story worth telling…