Readers' Choice Winner: Datz Has Best Lunch in South Tampa

The next time you're searching for a local spot for lunch, the readers of South Tampa-Hyde Park Patch have a suggestion: .

The restaurant, at 2616 S. MacDill Ave., was , garnering 31 percent of the vote in our poll. Its selection of regional comfort food was a hit with our readers.

Roger Perry, who owns the gastropub with his wife Suzanne Perry, said that he is extremely grateful for the positive feedback from the South Tampa community.

“It’s a great honor,” he said, “we really appreciate it because we work very hard.”

Datz edged out other local favorites including , , , and in our "best lunch" poll. A few readers also spoke up in favor of Pane Rustica Bakery & Cafe in the comments section.

Want to congratulate Datz or give a shout out to your favorite place that got snubbed? Write a review on their listings in the Patch Places business directory, rate them 1-5 stars or post a comment below!

Congratulations to our winner, and stay tuned for another Reader's Choice poll question next week.