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The Rebel Xplorer Ybor City Challenge

Apr 28, 2026

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in challenges, exchange, explore, express, Nightlife, self-expression

JJs Apollo Beach Saturday Night

Apr 19, 2026

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It’s hard to find decent Afro-eccentric nightlife in the Tampa Bay area, outside of Ybor City or SOHO. So when a google search revealed an RnB night at this nearby sportsbar, I had to stop in and check them out. Atmosphere Aesthetically, there’s nothing really to rave about when it comes to JJ’s. To describe…

A Rebel Xplorer Venue Review—Gaspar’s Grotto (Ybor City) Saturday Night

Mar 29, 2026

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A rough week at work and the reunion of friends landed me in this restaurant/bar/lounge. Here are some of my thoughts after a Saturday night party! Aesthetic: Gaspar’s Grotto is deceptively huge. From the outside it appears to be a typical dive bar with an outside patio for smokers. But inside I was surprised to…