Rusty Pelican Tampa

This place used to be so amazing their brunch was 5/5 and used to be more allergen friendly. That is no longer so. You have to make your mimosas yourself now. Also, it’s no longer bottomless, it’s by the bottle - which isn’t a huge deal but when you’re constantly having to ask for juice (they only give you enough for one or two mimosas at a time (for the TABLE) it’s just annoying. If I’m making mimosas I’d rather do it at home. At least it won’t be $50 for the bottle. Service is SLOW. Expect to be here for a while. If you have allergies don’t go, I am allergic to gluten and dairy and used to get hangover hash and the kitchen was willing to work with you…. Not the case anymore. Again. Don’t go. You’ll have 3 things to choose from. Shrimp cocktail, oysters or an eggs and a fruit bowl. I ended up getting shrimp and oysters because if I had to go out and eat another fruit bowl I’d lose it. It didn’t matter it was cross contaminated. Would not recommend going here. It was $100 down the drain. Literally.

Spectacular views of Tampa Bay. Excellent service. Grace was a super friendly waitress. I got a little put off by the runny egg (don’t @ me lol) and she noticed my reaction and offered to have the eggs cooked more. Then they were perfect. Great ambience! Hangover mash (prime rib + fingerling hash and poached egg) Cons: - wish they had more gluten free options - no espresso machine / lattes - they were out of the cod fritter app I wanted to order - mandatory $8 valet parking Overall, would recommend as a great option for Sunday brunch.