Coco's Will Open New Tampa Restaurant in October
Owners Carlos Carrillo and Adam Hendricks are bringing the eatery to the former site of Nebraska Mini-Mart.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Dining Out
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Coco's In The Heights is set to open by the end of October 2026 at 4815 N Nebraska Ave in Tampa. The new establishment will take over the space previously occupied by Nebraska Mini-Mart, which closed in March 2025.
Why it matters
The owners aim to support the ongoing development of the Seminole Heights neighborhood as a burgeoning foodie destination. This project marks an expansion for the brand, which already operates existing locations in Palmetto Beach and East Tampa.
The project features a $100,000 renovation budget to update furnishings, lighting, and landscaping. The site will provide 24 total parking spaces following an expansion that adds 12 new spots to the lot.
The players
Carlos Carrillo
He is one of the co-owners leading the expansion of the Coco's brand into the Seminole Heights neighborhood.
Adam Hendricks
He is a co-owner collaborating on the launch of the new restaurant location.
The details
The restaurant menu will feature a variety of items including tacos, bowls, sandwiches, empanadas, loaded tostones, and salads. Beverage offerings will range from Cuban coffee and fountain drinks to beer, wine, and Spanish sodas.
Timeline
Nebraska Mini-Mart closed its doors at the location in March 2025.
Coco's In The Heights is expected to open by the end of October 2026.
A movie event is scheduled at the restaurant for October 31, 2026.
Culture Shift
The arrival of Coco's highlights the ongoing transformation of Seminole Heights from a quiet corridor into a dense hub for local dining and community engagement. This shift mirrors broader urban patterns where legacy brands expand into redeveloped neighborhoods to capture evolving consumer tastes.
Residents can expect expanded parking availability and new outdoor shaded spaces at the 4815 N Nebraska Ave location. The restaurant will serve customers Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The takeaway
The owners have invested $100,000 to renovate the former Nebraska Mini-Mart site with new aesthetics including palm trees and updated lighting. Neighbors can look forward to a community-focused Halloween movie night on October 31, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Creative Loafing: Tampa Bay.
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