**Disclaimer: Thanks to affiliation with the Tampa Bay Bloggers, I was able to experience complementary menu items from Taps at International Plaza in exchange for this post and social media love. All opinions are my own**

I frequent International Plaza mostly for shopping, specifically Fit2Run, but now since I’m affiliated with the Tampa Bay Bloggers, I was able to experience more then just shopping! My first official event with the Tampa Bay Bloggers was at our Holiday Swap at Taps Bar & Lounge at International Plaza. We got to try a variety of different menu items as well as sampled some signature drinks. SO fun! I loved getting to know other bloggers all while eating and drinking complementary of Taps!–Thank you TBB!

Between a variety of drinks to choose from, the food was amazing and we were able to sample a few from each part of the menu! Check out a few of the dishes we sampled! SO GOOD!

Top left to right: Filet Mignon Brochette, Roasted Pomegranate Salmon, Sailor’s Shandy, Chocolate Lava Cake

Bottom left to right: Beets Beets Beets, Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños, Honey Badger

Not only is it a casual place to dine and drink, but was far from the “bar scene” vibe. More then just a place to drink, they have a great menu of various appetizers, salads, mains, and desserts. All ingredients are fresh, well-prepared, and have a variety of flavors everyone can enjoy. For their beer and wine options, they have over 100 varieties of wines and up to 60 choices available by glass as well as a wide selection of craft beers and imports. Drinks are paired with outstanding food with quality flavors, among a fun, casual ambiance.

I can’t wait to bring family and friends here the next time we want to switch it up! Taps is definitely on my list for a crowd-pleasing night out.