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This might be one of the few instances where someone is happy to be named Karen! A St. Pete restaurant is is playing on the pop culture misfortune of the…

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Photo courtesy of Evolve & Co/Boulevard Burgers & Tap House

This might be one of the few instances where someone is happy to be named Karen! A St. Pete restaurant is is playing on the pop culture misfortune of the name "Karen". They want to show that not all Karen's are bad and give back to the good Karen's of Tampa Bay. Boulevard Burgers & Tap House is handing out free burgers to anyone named Karen for the rest of September starting TODAY, September 15! There's no other catch, all spellings are accepted as long as you bring in a valid ID.

They won't just give you a plain old burger. The St. Pete burger joint is giving you the option to choose between a handful of burgers on their menu. And trust us, they all look delicious. But why settle for a classic burger when you could get The Godfather. This burger has melted provolone, sautéed mushrooms, marinara and ricotta cheese. They're also offering the Haystack, Black and Bleu, Cali, Big BBQ, and the Mac & Cheese. You can check out their full menu here.

karen burgersPhoto courtesy of Evolve & Co/Boulevard Burgers & Tap House

There's a lot more going on at Boulevard Burgers & Tap House than free burgers for Karen's. You can go there 7 days a week with happy hour available every day. They have specials Monday-Wednesday and have live music on the weekends. This place is even pet friendly so bring your pup on Saturday afternoon for Yappy Hour! Even if you're name isn't Karen, this place is definitely worth the visit. You can find Boulevard Burgers & Tap House located at 5905 Gulf Boulevard, St Pete Beach, FL 33706.

[Source: Evolve & Co Press Release]

Last year we told you about the best Florida spots Guy Fieri visited for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Now we were wondering what new spots should the Mayor of Flavortown visit on his next trip to Florida for Triple D? We asked our listeners on social media what they thought and these were the most popular responses.

Whether you love to cook or not, it’s entertaining to see all of the local places get a national spotlight. So far, 81 Florida restaurants have been featured on Guy Fieri’s show and 15 of them are in the Tampa Bay area or a quick drive to Orlando. If you want to see a list of ALL the restaurants featured on the show, TVFoodmaps.com has the full list.

Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives has been a staple Food Network show since 2007. 37 seasons and over 450 episodes later, it's one of the most popular Food Network shows out there and still making new episodes! Florida recently got a shoutout on the show on the newest season in March 2023. Guy's most recent trip to the Sunshine State was back in December of 2022. We didn't know it at the time but he visited Big Lee's BBQ in Ocala for what we thought was a normal day. Turns out he was filming for Triple D!

Not only does Guy feature a handful of Florida restaurants on Triple D. He also included a few Florida chefs on his game show Guy's Grocery Games. The chef and owner of one of our favorite food trucks made it on the competition TWICE. He's also featured chefs from Miami and Spring Hill!

Do you have a spot you'd recommend Guy checks out on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives? Let us know on social media!

Skipper's Smokehouse

Skipper's Smokehouse is a Tampa staple. You truly can't call yourself a local unless you've been here. They've been in business since 1980. Skipper's has been mentioned on other Food Network shows like Man vs Food Nation and Adam Richman's Best Sandwich. But we think Guy will love their menu!

Foody's Restaurant

From the outside, it looks like your average, hole in the wall diner. But the menu will keep you coming back for more. They serve everything you can think of from pizza, burgers, and all kinds of entrees. But the star of the show is the French Toast burger. We just think Guy will love this one!

Fo'Cheezy Twisted Meltz

Any Tampaian will tell you that Fo'Cheezy Twisted Meltz is one of (if not the) best food truck in the Tampa area! With more and more locations popping up each day, including 3 spots inside Tropicana Field, Guy should definitely consider paying a visit during his next FL trip.

Katerina's Taverna & Grill

If you're looking for some authentic greek food, Tarpon Springs is the place to go. You know Katerina's Taverna & Grill is the real deal because their entire menu is written in Greek.

Richie's Cheesesteak in Spring Hill

It's hard to find a true authentic cheesesteak that's not Delco's. Many listeners told us to try Richie's Cheesesteak in Spring Hill and would be a perfect spot for Guy to visit!

The Shrimp Co in Ybor

The Shrimp Co has been a Tampa staple since 2009. They offer fresh seafood flavors and blends are inspired by Caribbean flavors and New Orleans Cajun spices.

The Stein & Vine

If Guy ever makes it out to the Brandon area, our listeners tell us that he NEEDS to try Stein & Vine. One look at the menu will tell you everything you need to know. We bet he would love the Chicago Wagyu Dogs, Bayou Gator Tenderloin Po-Boy and the Farmers Ragu.

The Angry Pepper

Across the bridge to Madeira Beach is The Angry Pepper. We think Guy would love this extensive menu with the best smoked meats and local cuisine.

Spaghett About It

This food truck based in Spring Hill looks too good for Guy to pass up!

Chicken Parm Sandwich from Spaghett About It food truckPhoto courtesy of Spaghett About It

Madison Ave Pizza

This hole-in-the-wall pizza spot in Dunedin is to die for! They make the LARGEST pie in Tampa Bay and have weekly creative specials that are a MUST try! (So far our favorites are the crab rangoon pie and the Chick-Fil-A pie).

Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen

Tibby's brings that New Orleans flavor to the Sunshine State. We think Guy would LOVE their specials menu, especially the catfish and cheddar grits.

Engine No. 9

Located in St. Pete, this hidden gem has some of the best specialty burgers out there!

The Boozy Pig

We know the Boozy Pig is technically a Butchery, not a diner. But we think it's totally worth the trip for Guy. Seriously some of the best meat we've ever tried and their Cuban sandwich is one of the bests we've had!

Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.