Versaggi Shrimp

Versaggi Shrimp, situated in Tampa, Florida, carries on a long-standing tradition of shrimping that dates back to 1912. The family-owned business operates six boats that venture into the Gulf of Mexico for up to 30 days at a stretch, bringing back fresh catches of shrimp. Under the cover of darkness, their vessels set out from Tampa to seek out shrimp, with a keen understanding that the creatures prefer the dark to light.

Utilizing try-nets, the crew meticulously harvests the shrimp, separating them by hand from other sea creatures before flash-freezing them in brine tanks. Upon returning to shore, the shrimp are unloaded and distributed to seafood distributors, though a portion is kept for direct sale at their fishhouse. Visitors can purchase boxes of fresh shrimp, scallops, and lobster tails, experiencing the pride of wild-caught, boat-to-table seafood.

The Versaggi Shrimp shop, nestled at 2633 Causeway Blvd, offers an authentic glimpse into the shrimping process, welcoming visitors to witness the core business in action. Operating on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the shop provides an opportunity to savor fresh, locally sourced seafood straight from the boat to the fishhouse.

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