The Best Kept Secrets in SoHo: Hacking the Weekly Specials at Water + Flour

 The Best Kept Secrets in SoHo: Hacking the Weekly Specials at Water + Flour

If you live in South Tampa, you know the struggle: you want to eat out at the cool spots on Howard Avenue, but you also need to pay rent. Dining in SoHo can add up fast, especially when you are ordering craft cocktails and fresh seafood.

But here is the secret that the locals have known for years: Water + Flour (the OG of the Ciccio Empire) runs two of the most aggressive weekly specials in the city.

We aren't talking about "10% off appetizers." We are talking about prices that feel like they are from 2010. If you are looking to ball on a budget without sacrificing the vibes, here is your weekly game plan.

🌮 Taco Tuesday: The $3 Miracle

  • When: Tuesdays, 3 PM – Close

  • The Deal: $3 Tacos & Drink Specials

  • The Rules: Dine-In Only

Let’s be real—Taco Tuesday is a national holiday at this point. But finding a high-quality taco for $3 in 2025 is rare. Most places have crept up to the $5 or $6 mark per taco.

Water + Flour keeps it old school. Starting at 3 PM (which is perfect for those "I'm leaving work early" days), you can load up on tacos for pocket change. Because W+F has that "California-style" DNA, these aren't just basic beef and cheese. Expect fresh ingredients, vibrant slaws, and bold sauces.

The Strategy:

Order a spread. Get three or four tacos. Pair it with their drink specials (usually margaritas or beers), and you have a full dinner date for under $20 per person. Since it's Dine-In Only, it forces you to actually get off the couch and soak in the energy of the restaurant, which is always buzzing on Tuesdays.

🍣 Water Wednesday: The Legendary $6 Sushi

  • When: Wednesdays, 3 PM – Close

  • The Deal: $6 Sushi Rolls & Drink Specials

  • The Rules: Dine-In Only

This is, without a doubt, the best deal on the menu.

If you know the history of the name (Water = Sushi, Flour = Pizza), you know they take their raw bar seriously.

Finding grocery store sushi for $6 is easy. Finding restaurant-quality rolls in a trendy SoHo spot for $6 is a unicorn event. This is the perfect cure for the mid-week slump. You can order two or three rolls, a glass of wine or a cocktail, and feel like dining royalty.

Why it’s a big deal:

Sushi cravings are usually expensive. Water Wednesday democratizes the spicy tuna roll. It’s the ideal night to meet up with a group of friends because you can order a table full of food without the bill causing a panic attack.

🥂 Weekend Brunch: The Recovery Session

  • When: Saturday & Sunday, Served until 3 PM

  • The Vibe: Dine-In Only

While not a "discount" night per se, the Weekend Brunch at Water + Flour is an institution. Served until 3 PM, it catches both the early risers and the late sleepers who are recovering from Friday night at Green Lemon.

The menu shifts to bridge the gap between their two identities. You can get savory breakfast pizzas, lighter bowls, and usually some killer mimosa or sangria options. It’s the perfect patio vibe to people-watch on Howard Ave.

The Bottom Line

Water + Flour isn't just the "Mothership" because it was first; it’s the favorite because it remains accessible.

  • Tuesday: Cheap Tacos.

  • Wednesday: Cheap Sushi.

  • Weekend: Brunch Vibes.

My Advice: These specials are popular (obviously). If you plan to hit up Taco Tuesday or Water Wednesday, try to get there closer to 5 PM to beat the prime-time dinner rush.

See you there! (I’ll be the one with the table full of $6 rolls).


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