Stephanno's Pizzeria Owner Hopes to Maintain, Grow New Business

After taking over Stephanno's Pizzeria in Seminole Heights, Cody Swank is sticking to what works.

After 14 years in the pizza business, Cody Swank has taken over a successful Seminole Heights restaurant and is looking to compound the brand's success. Swank began working at Stephanno's Pizzeria two years ago after long stints at Bruno's and other pizza shops around town. Having worked around hand-made pies since the age of 14, Swank had always dreamed of owning his own pizza parlor. In April, his dream came true, as he purchased Stephanno's outright. "I'm not afraid to tell people that I'm running the place because I was here for two years before I bought it, so not much is changing," Swank said. "If it isn't broke, don't fix it. I still follow all the same recipes, and I just want people to know that nothing is changing really. We're …

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Who Has The Best Pizza In Seminole Heights?

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Who do you think has the best pizza in town?

Summer is here, and everybody's looking for something new to do. What better time to revisit the best local hot spots in Seminole Heights? Until August 17, vote for Readers' Choice 2012 in 25 categories, from who has the best pizza in town to which zoo is the best in the Tampa Bay area.  Which local pizza place would you recommend?

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What Do You Recommend at Stephanno's Pizza?

What's your favorite menu item from Stephanno's Pizza in Seminole Heights?

"What Do You Recommend?" is an occasional feature that asks Patch readers to weigh in on their favorite menu items at local restaurants and bars. Stephanno's Pizza boasts an assortment of options for the pie lover and has become a target destination for good New York-style pizza in Seminole Heights. Whether it's specialty pizzas or something more traditional, Stephanno's has been known for its great customer service. Menu items also include hot and cold subs, salad options and pasta.  Earlier this year, Stephanno's was one of a dozen businesses to pre-qualify for Patch's Best Customer Service Poll. Of 133 voters on Urbanspoon, 87 percent had a good experience and enjoyed the food. So, we want to know what you recommend at Stephanno's. If …

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Carrie Bowyer

12:11 pm on Thursday, June 14, 2012

They are delicious!!   more ›

Where To Find A Pizza Restaurant In And Around Seminole Heights

Searching for a pizza restaurant in the Seminole Heights are in Tampa, FL? Check out our list of local pizza restaurants.

Looking for a pepperoni or veggie slice in Central Tampa? Not sure where to find a pizza restaurant? Whether it's off the main strips of Florida Ave., Hillsborough Ave. or Nebraska Ave., Seminole Heights Patch can help you find what you're looking for! To see the full list of pizza restaurants in and around Seminole Heights, follow this link to our business directory.