Whether you prefer yours dry and spirit-forward, blended with bold espresso or infused with fruit, Tampa Bay’s cocktail scene offers a martini for every mood.
The martini has evolved far beyond its traditional combination of gin and vermouth. Across Tampa and St. Pete, local restaurants are honoring the classic while shaking up inventive interpretations with coffee, cucumber, apple, banana and mascarpone. Here are some of the area’s most memorable martinis, organized by classic, espresso and other flavored favorites.
The Dapper Martini at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
4400 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa…