North Tampa denizens can now let loose a little closer to home.
Margarita Mamas and Banana Joe's opened Friday at University Mall, 2200 E Fowler Ave. The joint establishments are also located on Channelside Drive. The tropical-themed restaurant and nightclub offers a mix of Southwestern food, tropical drinks and dancing to top 40 music from the 1980s through today. Call 903-8900.
Or release tension at Joy Luck Spa, open at 15931 N Florida Ave. The spa offers Shiatsu, Swedish, therapeutic and relaxation massages, body wraps, raindrop treatments and steam saunas. Walk-ins are welcome. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1-7 p.m. Sunday. Call 968-9663.
Blinded by the light? Get some window coverings at Blinds To Go, open at 6921 Gunn Highway in Citrus Park. The blinds and window shade retailer has 120 stores in 10 states as well as Ontario and Quebec. The store offers a 100 percent lifetime guarantee on all its products. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Call 920-9173.
Yuppy Paws Doggie Day Care, 13018 Gunn Highway, has closed.
- If you know of a business that is opening, closing or moving, please contact Stephanie Hayes at North of Tampa, 14358-B N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33618. Phone: 269-5303. Fax: 269-5310. E-mail: shayes@sptimes.com
