La Segunda Central Bakery, Tampa

La Segunda Central Bakery is a purveyor of Cuban bread, pastries, and other baked goods in Tampa, with a rich history, spanning over a century. It was founded in 1915 by Juan More, a Spaniard who immigrated to Tampa, and since then, the bakery has become an iconic establishment in the city, renowned for its delicious Cuban baked goods. The bakery has been passed down through four generations of the More family, and it continues to uphold its traditions of quality and craftsmanship, using only the finest ingredients and age-old techniques.

La Segunda Central delivers its signature product to many stores and restaurants around town, including the historic Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City. The business operates as a wholesale and retail bakery as well as a deli, offering a wide assortment of specialties, including medianoche bread, scacciata (light and crispy bread dough stuffed with a variety of fillings), meat pies, sausage rolls, guava turnovers, Spanish cuisine flan, Italian cookie, sandwiches, cakes, and coffee with milk (café con leche).

La Segunda Central Bakery has played an integral role in Tampa's cultural heritage and has been recognized as a significant contributor to the city's culinary landscape. Today, the bakery remains a beloved institution, welcoming visitors from near and far who come to savor its delectable treats and experience its history and culture.