About
Welcome to Panitas Bakery, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Tampa, Florida. Located at 1910 N Lincoln Ave, this delightful bakery offers a taste of authentic Venezuelan cuisine that will transport you straight to South America. Operated with passion and care, Panitas Bakery is renowned for its warm ambiance and friendly service, making it an ideal spot for breakfast or brunch.
The star of the menu is undoubtedly the arepas, which are cooked to order and come bursting with flavor. These cornmeal delights are customizable, allowing you to choose from a variety of fillings. Customer reviews rave about the arepas pabellon, a sumptuous combination of beef, cheese, and sweet plantains, served hot and fresh. Each bite is a crescendo of flavors, and the buttery texture is simply divine.
If you're longing for a refreshing beverage, the soursop juice is a must-try. It evokes cherished memories, transporting you to tropical locales with its sweet and exotic taste. The bakery also offers delectable desserts, including the quesito, known for its flaky, crunchy exterior and sweet filling, alongside unique treasures like corn pancakes and fruit tarts. The variety on offer ensures that every visit to Panitas Bakery feels like an exciting culinary adventure.
As reflected in the glowing testimonials, the staff at Panitas Bakery, like Vanessa, provide attentive and friendly service, making every guest feel at home. The atmosphere is inviting, replete with pleasant music and comfortable seating that encourages you to savor your meal and the company around you. Whether you’re a Venezuelan expatriate longing for a taste of home or a curious foodie looking to expand your palate, Panitas Bakery is the perfect destination.
If you're in Tampa and in the mood for something authentically delicious, do pay a visit to Panitas Bakery. Your taste buds will thank you!
“ Excellent destination in Tampa for authentic Venezuelan cuisine and breakfast options, ideal for when you're in the mood for something delicious, Vanessa was great in customer service. ”
“ I just went for brunch with a friend who's from Venezuela and was excited to find food from her home country. It was my first time trying and everything was delicious! I had arepas pabellon which is beef, cheese, and sweet plantains. Hot and fresh! Very buttery. The soursop juice reminded me of the ones I ate in the Philippines. The quesito was flaky, crunchy, and sweet. My friend had me taste her corn pancakes and I've never had it before. It was so yummy and will definitely be back to get that next time. Had a fruit tart to go. There was parking and it wasn't so busy. The music was nice and so was the seating. ”
“ SO nice to have an authentic Venezuelan bakery nearby! Arepas cooked to order... be patient! Everything is delicious... I'll be back! ”
“ Spanish speaking but menu describes everything very clearly in English. Venezuelan lunch/bakery cuisine. Super polite and friendly Food made to order and fresh. So delicious ”
“ La cachapa y el pabellon were delicious. Great memories of our time in Venezuela. I need to come back in the morning for the cachitos. ”
“ The first time I tried Venezuelan cuisine, the maltin was too sweet for me, but I liked the Arepa Catira, with cheese and chicken. They have a spicy green sauce that goes with it really well. The service was great, The girl at the cashier was very helpful and explained about the food really well. ”
“ This place was super clean, the food was very fresh and authentic flavors which reminded me of my favorite food growing up. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. The prices are VERY affordable too which is rare in this economy Gracias a Panitas! ”
“ I've always driven past Panitas and wanted to try this place. We walked here for lunch after pickleball today. We were seated right away and given menus to order from, everything sounds delicious here, it was really hard for us to choose what we wanted to try. For our entrees, we tried their yucca fries and two Cachapa Pernil y Queso. We loved what we ordered, they were made fresh and so delicious. The cachapa is a corn pancake stuffed with cheese, onion, and pulled pork. It was sooo good. I've never had something like it. The yucca fries were delicious and came with two dipping sauces. Our friends tried two of their Arepas and loved them. We were eyeing their desserts the entire time we ate our lunch and knew we had to try some. We tried their Cuatro Leche cake which was recommended by our waitress, it was delicious. We also tried a dessert that was flan on top of cake, so good. The decor is simple, you can tell their priority is good food. It has ample seating and parking for customers. The food did take a little bit of time to come out but it was worth the wait. All the food here was so unique and flavorful. You can tell they really care about their food. The wait staff was super friendly, and everything was made to order and fresh. Panitas is a hidden gem and we WILL be back to try everything else on their menu. @living.with.reg ”