★★★★★
Great food and even better vibe. The carne asada tacos were perfect and the patio with the garage doors open made it feel like a mini vacation. Margaritas were strong but balanced.
Mexican Restaurants · SoHo · Tampa
Green
Lemon
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The place
Green Lemon is a modern Mexican restaurant at 915 S Howard Ave in the SoHo (South Howard) district of Tampa, FL. The kitchen serves Mexican street fare — tacos, quesadillas, bowls, and shareable plates — for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The space features an open-air patio with garage-style doors that roll up in good weather. Signature dishes include the carne asada tacos, chicken tinga quesadilla, and the elote street corn. The bar program emphasizes tequila, mezcal, and house margaritas. Green Lemon is dog-friendly on the patio, accepts walk-ins and reservations, offers takeout and delivery, and holds a 4.6-star Google rating across more than 4,400 reviews.
Tucked into the SoHo strip on South Howard Avenue, Green Lemon is one of Tampa's most reliable spots for Mexican street food in a casual, design-forward setting. The roll-up garage doors blur the line between patio and dining room, and the energy stays high from brunch through late dinner — it's a neighborhood anchor that locals bring out-of-towners to.
Order the carne asada tacos and the chicken tinga quesadilla — both are repeat-mentioned in Google reviews. The elote street corn, queso fundido, and guacamole are easy starters to share, and the brunch chilaquiles draw a weekend crowd. On the bar side, the house margarita and the tequila and mezcal flights are the move; ask the bartender for a reposado pour.
Reservations are accepted and recommended on weekends, but walk-ins are common at the bar. Street parking lines South Howard and there's a small lot behind the building; rideshare is easier on Friday and Saturday nights. The patio is dog-friendly, takeout and delivery are available through the website and major apps, and large parties should call ahead.
Open-air patio with garage-door walls
Dog-friendly patio
Reservations available
Takeout + delivery offered
What to expect
Expect a lively SoHo crowd, an open-air patio with garage-door walls, and a Mexican street-food menu built around tacos, quesadillas, and shareable plates. Service is counter-friendly and the bar leans heavily on tequila and mezcal. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are all served, and the dog-friendly patio makes it an easy stop with friends or family.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Came for brunch on a Saturday — chilaquiles were excellent and service was quick even with a full patio. Dog-friendly outside which was a huge plus.
★★★★★
Solid Mexican in SoHo. The elote and queso fundido are must-orders. Mezcal selection is deep — bartender gave great recs. Will be back.
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Frequently asked
Does Green Lemon take reservations?
Yes — reservations are accepted and recommended on weekends. Walk-ins are common at the bar and on the patio during weekday hours.
Is Green Lemon dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on the open-air patio, which has roll-up garage doors and shaded seating. Indoor dining is reserved for humans only.
Where do I park near Green Lemon?
Street parking lines South Howard Avenue and there is a small lot behind the building. Rideshare is recommended on Friday and Saturday nights when SoHo gets busy.
What are the most popular dishes at Green Lemon?
The carne asada tacos, chicken tinga quesadilla, elote street corn, queso fundido, and weekend chilaquiles are the most-mentioned dishes in Google reviews.
What are Green Lemon's hours?
Green Lemon is open daily. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 11am to 10pm; Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11am to 11pm. Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday.
Does Green Lemon offer takeout or delivery?
Yes. Takeout can be ordered through eatgreenlemon.com or by phone, and delivery is available through major third-party apps including Uber Eats and DoorDash.
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