Wright's Gourmet House

I have known of this place for years......why did we wait so long to experience this awesome and tasty place? We ordered a Monte Cristo sandwich $13.25, a Turkey Chef Salad $14 and a slice of Hummingbird Cake $8.50. The sandwich is the size of two sandwiches. I ate 1/4 and I am taking the rest home....it's huge. This is THE Tastiest sandwich I remember eating. Even though the menu is huge, it will be difficult fir me to think about ordering another kind. The salad was a good dice and so fresh and tasty. We've never had Hummingbird Cake before and the best way I can describe it's majesty is that it's like a super moist and nutty banana bread with pineapple and a nice and not extremely sweet Cream cheese icing.
The staff are all very nice and helpful.
I never comment on restrooms because there is never anything remarkable to share....not the case here. Restrooms are multiple and unisex. Each one is a room unto itself. All seem to be handicap accessible and feature changing tables. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this wonderful restaurant and we cannot wait to return.

We've been trying to go to Wrights for the last couple of months, but every time we go it's been crowded. This time was still crowded but decided to stick through the line and I'm glad we did because the sandwich and service were spectacular.

I ordered the New Yorker and it was delicious. The bread was crispy, the meat was tasty and the melty cheese, amazing. Overall a great meal.

The deserts were equally as good and I highly recommend.

I'm filing this under "What took my so long???" to come here? Wright's Gourmet House (at least according to it's written history) has been around Tampa for several decades and its basically a local staple. I have passed this place many, many times, but have always been too lazy to stop by. Well, I decided to change that last week with my first visit.
Their menu is extensive. At ton of sandwiches, side salads, salads, and some brunchy items. And of course, the thing to real me in--CAKE!!! Cake slices, cupcakes, dessert bars, brownies, large cookies. I felt so overwhelmed with all the choices that I didn't know what to settle on.
I went with some well known staples. Quiche, side pasta salad, and a cupcake. Their quiche Lorraine is HUGE, filling, and stuffed with a lot of ham. It makes a meal unto itself, which made me so grateful I only got 1/4 a cup of pasta salad (you order these side salads in a variety of sizes to suit your taste). The side salad of pesto pasta salad was tasty and included some veggies mixed in for an extra crunch.
No for the cake, it was hard for me to choose, but I settled on Hawaiian Princess, which is pineapple cake with coconut icing, coconut flakes, and centered with more pineapple. I don't see pineapple cake very often in comparison to red velvet, vanilla, or chocolate, so Hawaiian Princess it is. It was juicy, refreshing, decadent, and sweet. It tasted what Florida would be if Florida had a taste--forget Hawaii.
The interior is homey, somewhat classic with the booths, tables, and wall art depicting various settings, but not at all dated to me. There was ample seating and space for perusal and taking your order.
With the menu being so extensive, its going to take several visits for me to get the gist of all Wright's has to offer, but nonetheless, I'm impressed with the expansive variety, and can't wait to sample more.

Came here today while searching for a lunch place close to our location. This place has great reviews and truly we were not disappointed. The ordering was simple and the descriptions of each of the meals were perfect. We ordered the Reuben and the New Yorker. We added chips and tea both of which they had several options. I was only able to eat half my sandwich but that just gives me a snack a little later. I also picked up two heaven bars since several reviews said they were heavenly. At fifty dollars for two sandwich lunches it felt a little pricey but the quality of the food was excellent. I will totally come back when im on this side of town.

I was in Florida from Vegas and was flying out from Tampa, needed a quick bite and wanted a sandwich in close proximity to the airport.
Looked on Yelp and found this gem.
Oh my!! Everything from the service, the vibe and especially the food was Phenomenal!
I had a grilled Reuben and my daughter had a ham and cheese, the Reuben was amazing!! Not fatty delicious all around, I also ordered potato salad, a slice of carrot cake and 6 cookies to go, so I could bring some cookies back to Vegas because everything was that good.
Now I'm on a mission to find something at home that is comparable, but have been let down.
They have a wide variety of baked goods, cookies, cakes and iced teas, plenty of space throughout the restaurant to sit, although it seems they most likely are always busy.
If you're in the area, you should definitely try Wright's out!

There's a reason there's always a long line at this spot. They have a great variety of sandwiches, cakes and other premade salads. I ordered the turkey pecan sandwich and it was tasty - they also give you several options to customize based on bread and toasting. The hummingbird cake was also delicious and unique flavor. You can buy cupcakes, cake slices or entire cakes. I would suggest ordering ahead or getting there early but definitely check it out!

Well ladies and gents, I think I may have found the best sandwich spot in the Tampa area.

Let's start with the wonderful beef martini sando. It's one of the richest sandwiches I've had in quite some time. Beautifully toasted bread, garlic herb butter infused, the marinated mushrooms and of course the shaved beef. It's super buttery and Each bite is a contrast between crispy and soft.

The cookie itself was very enjoyable and I really enjoyed the pecan bits inside. I think we can all agree nuts make cookies better. It's a softer cookie but still has a bit of crunch on the exterior.

As for the service, I forget who was working but it was around closing time and the cashier couldn't have been any cooler. Overall the staff here are just well rounded people and I'd love to try more sandwiches.

Visiting Wright's Gourmet House with coworkers, I didn't anticipate much from a Florida sandwich joint. However, stepping inside felt like being transported to a New York deli, with its simple yet enticing menu.

Choosing between the beef martini and a pastrami sandwich was a delightful dilemma. Opting for the martini, a specialty item, I customized it with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, requesting it toasted.

The first bite exceeded my expectations. The tender beef paired perfectly with the garlicky spread, harmonizing with the crunch of the toasted bread. It was so satisfying that I even had room to sample my friend's sandwich.

In conclusion, Wright's Gourmet House is a shop with flavors reminiscent of a classic New York deli. The quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation ensure a memorable dining experience, leaving me eager to return for more. Great service with food options for a quick takeout or leisurely dine in. 4.5/5

I've been a Wright's patron all of my life. I love their sandwiches and soup. What keeps me coming back is the warm, friendly service & family atmosphere. **They are actually closed on Sundays and most holidays specifically for family time.They have gourmet desserts, Hummingbird cake, Coconut cream pie & Quiche. The Tuna, garden or shrimp pasta salad are some of my Regulars.
Brownies, banana bread, Pumpkin pies. Cuban coffee. Oh, and did I mention cake? :)

St. Patty's Day is a good time to taste the corn beef meal they serve annually in ode to the holiday. They also serve Reuben sandwiches. Ever since the remodeling, I've titled Wrights a Deli-rant instead of a cafe. There's so much history built within the place...you can see paintings & photos along the walls of the dining section. Try them out if you're in the S. Dale Mabry area. And if you don't know what to choose take home the pastrami sandwich & a slice of cake.

Front entrance parking, across the street parking & back parking lot (pretty good)
*Easy lunch idea
*Cleanliness

Wright's is one of my favorite places to go in the Tampa Bay Area. Not only is the food phenomenal, but the encounters with staff are always pleasant and the ambiance makes you feel right at home.

The fruit and veggies are always fresh. The desserts are also delicious. They have the best banana bread I've ever had! The cupcakes/cakes are moist and have the perfect amount of sweetness.

My favorite sandwich is the turkey club without bacon. I always add extra veggies, which makes it even better. They also have a mustard that's a MUST HAVE on any sandwich. I definitely recommend trying this restaurant. You won't be disappointed!