Zydeco Brew Werks

Probably the best brewery in Tampa, and I know, that's not something that comes lightly. But I'm not a fan of Cycle's one imperial stout mixed 3000 times, and while I like Cigar City's beer, the place isn't as cool as this. Then there's the food here - redfish po' boy is pretty much everything. The beer as well is everything that I love most about craft beers. Dry dark beers that taste roasty and crisp without a million adjuncts and barrels. Great IPAs, a great Belgian strong, a light bretta Orval type beer and even a wonderful pilsener. All available in flights. Place has character too, and service was good. I can't recommend this place enough, and I'd never even heard of it. Amazing beer, great place, amazing food.

was wandering Ybor looking for a place to eat. I skipped the tattoo parlors, sketchy places, and the kitschy ones. After what felt like a day-long march, I looked up and saw the Zydeco sign. Now what follows might be biased because of my French upbringing, but I needed this place for this point in my life. First, I need food and possibly a good drink. This place met that. I got a po' boy brisket sandwich and plenty of tasty beers. Atmosphere got better once I saw the Bolt mascot knock on the door to be let in for a wedding reception going on upstairs - for me this translate to some street creds. The server was attentive, even if training, and very helpful. I decided to buy a shirt and the staff bent over backwards to help me and my mom find the perfect shirt. for me, an oasis. was this a typical night? dunno. Did I have a good time - hell yes!