Co-owned by Melissa Deming and Ernie Locke, singer of the local blues band Nervous Turkey, Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe is a growing favorite to Tampa locals. Through mostly word of mouth, Ella’s has begun to make itself a proud staple in both the Tampa food and arts scene. This restaurant does not just serve up some of the most delicious soul food in Tampa, but boasts live music and an atmosphere fully decorated with art from local artists.

The food menu ranges from gourmet pizza, tender steaks, delectable duck, soul food and mouth-watering desserts. The beer offered is everything from popular ales, stouts, ciders and drafts. An array of wines are also on the menu from reds and whites to sparkling and high end.

Live music is an added bonus at Ella’s. Local bands play on Fridays and Sundays, and their music calendar is updated by the month to make planning a night out to Ella’s a breeze.

With all that Ella’s offers Tampa locals and visitors, it would be unheard of to miss checking this place out. Go for the food, art, music or atmosphere and leave with the experience that so many are raving about around town.