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Luv Child

Restaurant Bar Cocktail bar Cuban restaurant

Kitschy restaurant serving Cuban specialties, cocktails & weekend brunch, plus vegan options. People often mention good, great, drinks, delicious, menu, brunch, Child, options, vibe,


Address

516 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33609

Website

luvchildsoho.com

Contact

(813) 213-0100

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (970 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: (Good Friday), 11 AM to 1 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 1 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 11 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) great (12) drinks (11) delicious (9) menu (8) brunch (6) Child (6) options (6) vibe (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Haley M. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved our server Nicki! She was incredible abd recommend the best addition of steak to the truffle nachos. The espresso martini was amazing and main course beautiful and delicious! Can't wait to go back!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chasity 9 months ago on Google
    This was such a beautiful brunch spot. The food was yummy and it was very inexpensive in my opinion. The parking was right in front of the restaurant which was convenient. I had the french toast and it was delicious.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 The Non Roti M. 2 years ago on Google
    Vibrant place. Always packed for brunch and dinner. Some very colorful ideas when it comes to the decor. Attentive and friendly service. I would say seating indoors is more comfortable than outdoors. Large parties can be accommodated at their large center table. The experience was decent enough but the food was a let down. It did not taste bad but was not great by any means either.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashley L. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything was good, from the food to the aesthetic to the service to the overall price of everything! All 10/10. Coming from a Haitian who don’t like eating out like that I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. The food had F L A V O R ! The fries with the pickled onions hit, the French toast was 3 thick slices of fresh, airy bread, and the eggs were cooked through!! You won’t be disappointed.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jasraj S. 1 year ago on Google
    A must for Tampa. Delicious food, strong and cool drinks. The atmosphere is eccentric, making you feel like you’re in a 80s upbeat disco bar. I have zero complaints and will be back every time I’m in Tampa. Pitcher of Mango Mojito was well worth the ~$45 Bonus: the menu has a lot of unique deals per specific day, so plan your visit!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mada A. 5 months ago on Google
    Our server Ariana M. was AH-MAZING. This was the first time at Luv Child the smile and welcome Ariana provided us was AaaWww SOME. She took the time to explain the happy hour menu, drink menu, dessert options, and meatless food options. I have shared our experience on my social media pages for restaurant recommendations choices. I will definitely return to dine again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike S. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome restaurant near downtown. Great Cuban food with a real upscale vibe. They have a lot of vegan and gf options which my wife loves. Their plant based nachos are crazy good. I'd swear it had chorizo in it lol. The Big Papi mojo pork sandwich was so good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Shan R. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for my cousin birthday brunch! All the food was hot and fresh. Everyone loved the food they ordered, and the cucumber drink I ordered is a must get!!! Would definitely recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The Gift Factory Florist I. 6 months ago on Google
    Super nice place! We didn’t order food just drinks! The coffee martini is really good! I love the decor super cute for pictures
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Taylor 9 months ago on Google
    I’ve heard such good things about Luv Child and I’m glad I was finally able to make it over! Really cute theming for fun pictures, totally a place I’d bring my friends to. Food was delicious! I’m vegan per food allergies and was able to order the vegan chorizo quesadilla. Came with a salsa instead of sour cream and it was so tasty!! Too bad I ate it so fast I forgot to take a picture😂 They have lots of variety on the menu to choose from, my sister got the mojo pork sandwich and her partner got the chicken sandwich and they both enjoyed what they got. I recommended ordering the jalapeño margarita, very spicy and refreshing. Our waitress was attentive and very sweet but I did not catch her name! We came at 4:30 so it wasn’t too busy and we got our food and our drinks pretty fast. If you come later at night be aware there is limited indoor seating but they did have tons of spots outside as well as an outside bar! Will be coming back soon😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cliff B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for brunch and to hang out. Staff was friendly and wasn't overly business. Parking lot is very small so expect to park else where. Food was good but wasn't big fan of the coffee or bar drinks. Patio has a very chill out vibe. Cool decor and overall great place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mercedes S. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is super cute, bohemian meets modern Chic vibes. It's def latin cuban inspired food with an American twist. The wait was about 25min on a Sunday around 1 for 2people and we sat outside. The food was delicious and the drinks refreshing. I would def try this place again as they did have a few options to try.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dinika R. 5 months ago on Google
    They wouldn’t miss with a blindfold on. We always have a seat at the bar. The bartenders are always on point. The food is delicious. The venue is always pleasing. We explained my inability to drink a shot. She suggested a Luv Shot 🥂❤️🤝🏾. It was lovely and not strong like a regular shot of alcohol. And if you can catch them when they have drag show omg 😉🙌🏾🥳🥳

  • 5/5 Michele T. 7 months ago on Google
    We went for brunch today. I had Chilaquilles Cubano🫢😋 OMG‼️ must try the were everything🔥 (ask for a side of red salsa) my hubby had the breakfast tacos which were very hearty, filled with scrambled eggs, bacon & diced potatoes😋. The margaritas (on the rocks) are delicious PERIODT‼️ we will be back. Our waitress was superb too. I forgot her name but she was really knowledgeable & on point 😉

  • 5/5 Julz S. 8 months ago on Google
    Great choice for my birthday celebration! The hostesses made an extra effort to accommodate my large party. The service was "royal", constantly checked on our party. Received a birthday shot. Will be back for a girl luncheon. Place is A1.

  • 5/5 rosie 7 months ago on Google
    Luv Child is a chic, vibrant spot in Tampa's SoHo neighborhood with delicious Cuban-inspired food and outstanding drinks. My favorite food item was the LUV Burrito. The fact that it had platano maduro made it that much better. You can't go wrong with a good sweet and savory combo. The kick from the jalapeño was super good too. I'm obsessed! Choosing a favorite drink is difficult because they were all good. Their sangria was so tasty, it had a strong wine taste, which I personally loved, but it was still plenty fruity. I've heard that all the drinks at LUV Child are top-tier and now I can confirm that it's true. I'll definitely be back to try even more of the menu! Instagram: @RosiesFoodTour TikTok: @RosiesFoodTour Yelp: @Rosie A

  • 5/5 Graig S. 8 months ago on Google
    Came in after finding a high review on Google and was definitely impressed! We got the Latino Nachos and the brussel sprouts gave it a great flavor we've never had before. The Plant based nachos were also very good. Chimmichuri parmesan wings were flavorful and cooked well. We stopped in during a slow time, but they have great specials and Happy Hours and would come back if we're in the area.

  • 5/5 LeLe D. 8 months ago on Google
    Wow! This place is beyond amazing. The food, the service, the atmosphere were all top notch. I can’t wait to go back. So impressed with the food.

  • 5/5 Briana Jean B. 6 months ago on Google
    Great brunch place, chill vibes with great food. Here’s what I got: chorizo omelette (soo good) with a side of rice and beans (a lot of food). Tres leches french toast (amazing) and margaritas. And everything was affordable. I highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Rozlyn T. 9 months ago on Google
    This place is such a vibe! I absolutely loved everything about this place! The service was phenomenal and the food came out very timely and it was so delicious! We didn’t leave a crumb! We had the traditional French toast and the plant based chorizo omelette with tater tots as our side! We are planning to come back and explore more options on the menu!

  • 5/5 Shina 9 months ago on Google
    We had a big group for a surprise party. Our server, Amir, was so attentive and accommodating. The entire staff was on pins and needles with us when we were waiting to yell "Surprise!" They said it too when the guests of honor finally walked in! The food was great, the pitchers were legit, the entire vibe was so nice and family friendly bc we had kids with us. Parking situation was not ideal but everything was so good we quickly got over that!

  • 5/5 Kam 1 year ago on Google
    Good experience. I came with a friend, and we ordered sandwiches. The staff is very nice and the interior transformed us to tropical weekend vibes. We did have a 45 minute wait for our table, but it was attributed to it being a Taylor Swift concert weekend.

  • 5/5 L 11 months ago on Google
    The happy hour tacos are a perfect complement to the delicious frozen margarita! There are three options for seating, the large bar, table seating, and a large outdoor area with couches and high top tables. This is a great place for date night, dinner with friends or family, and could be fun for celebrations.

  • 5/5 Kaye E. 11 months ago on Google
    This place never misses. The Cuban selection of food is delish, they have an interesting selection of tacos (more of the americano type, not authentic Mexican) but still so tasty. Their frozen margs hit! Their servers are always super helpful and attentive. Lately I’ve even been leaning more towards Luv Child than my original staple of Green Lemon. Awesome spot!

  • 5/5 Adrianna B. 10 months ago on Google
    This was the cutest spot! I came with my crew for happy hour and it did NOT disappoint. The prices were unbeatable, the food and drink selection were great and the taste of the food was A1! The food came out fast and the drinks were good too. The frozen drinks are pre- made but I liked mine (I had the margarita); they offer sangria and other drinks as well. The atmosphere was so nice and the music selection was great; definitely will be visiting again when I move to Tampa next month!

  • 5/5 Steven G. 1 year ago on Google
    What a great place! Did not set out to eat, here, but I'm really glad I did. A fun vibe of 50s dinner meets the early 70s, meets the late 80s. Fantastic Cuban Latin style food. Small menu that is perfect.

  • 5/5 Natalia 1 year ago on Google
    Such good food and vibes. Everything we had was better than the dish before and the drinks were great. Wasn't a fan of the dessert selection and would've hoped they had cortadito instead of just espresso but it was not a deal breaker. Our waiter (forgot his name, sorry) was amazing and knew the menu inside out which helps when you can't decide. Definitely going back!

  • 5/5 Nikki G. 1 year ago on Google
    I LOVE Luv Child! One of my fav restaurants in Tampa! Service is always great and the food is moderately priced and yummy 😋 Fun and colorful vibe. Consider calling for reservations vs via online. Online will show they're booked when they're not.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth B. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was good! I really enjoyed the sweet potato fries. The honey sauce that came with them is amazing!!! Service was quick, accurate and food was hot! Ordered the grilled cheese, which was phenomenal. I would suggest maybe ordering a protein with the grilled cheese to fill the bread a little more. I am from out of town; overall I am very happy with my experience. I will definitely recommend.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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