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A photo of Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(17155)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Tampa
Booked 167 times today
The Columbia is Florida’s Oldest RestaurantSM, founded in Tampa's historic Ybor City in 1905. Family-owned and operated for 119 years, the restaurant has earned acclaim for old-world charm as well as for its award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine and wine list.Open 365 days a year, including all holidays and serving lunch and dinner daily.Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Experience the Fire of Flamenco! Flamenco Dance Shows: There is an $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12.Monday through Thursday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday dinner reservations for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. and for the 9:30 p.m. show, seatings are at 8:30 or 9 p.m. Reservations for dinner and the show are required. Please call the restaurant to check availability for reservations.Please call 813.248.4961 for flamenco show reservations.
A photo of Timpano Hyde Park restaurant
4.4
Awesome(3555)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tampa
Booked 97 times today
Nestled in the heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the warmth of an Italian kitchen during the day and the energy of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night. A rustic elegance surrounds you with the fresh decor and foliage, the lively music, and the menu featuring comfort classics with a modern twist. Like any neighborhood kitchen in the Italian countryside, Timpano Hyde Park offers a seat for everyone in a warm and comfortable setting.
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4.5
Awesome(2012)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 88 times today
Eat, Drink and Be Social.American Social is the place to eat, drink and be social. High-energy atmosphere. Award-winning menu. Live entertainment. Unique cocktails. Local beer and so much more. All in a space designed for electric, social experiences. Where conversations flow free and connections run deep. Where the stage is always set for having a good time. Located on Harbour Island, just across the Garrison Channel from downtown, AmSo Tampa is the perfect location to take in views of the Tampa skyline and enjoy the waterfront with good company and great food and drinks.
A photo of Casa Santo Stefano restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3614)
Price: Moderate
• Sicilian • Ybor City
Booked 48 times today
Benvenuti! Casa Santo Stefano is a Sicilian restaurant from the Gonzmart family, owners of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants. The lunch and dinner menus feature maccheroni (pasta), steaks, seafood, scacciata, salads, soups, desserts and hundreds of Sicilian wines. Curbside takeout is available by calling the main phone number. The rooftop Santo's Drinkeria also is open. Housed in a beautifully re-imagined former 1925 Ybor City macaroni factory, the restaurant is a look back to Sunday suppers, simpler times and shared stories.Dress code: Casa Santo Stefano often is visited for celebrations and special occasion meals, so it is common for our guests to sport formal wear in the dining room. We welcome everyone, but politely ask that men wear sleeves at Casa Santo Stefano.
A photo of CW's Gin Joint restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1231)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Tampa
Booked 18 times today
CW's Gin Joint in Downtown Tampa is a hot spot due to its fantastic ambiance and top-notch service. The place is dripping with style and is a hit for both dates and group gatherings. It's known for its live music, eclectic and fun environment, and its diverse and fun menu. Many reviews highlight the restaurant's great atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food. As one reviewer put it, it's definitely a place for a 'grown and sexy time with friends'!
A photo of Haven restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2486)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 28 times today
Haven features Executive Chef Chad Johnson We are a modern cuisine served in a stylish, relaxed, and casual atmosphere. Haven offers guests the ability to taste different flavors and textures created in a crafted, cultured and cellared atmosphere.
A photo of Lilac restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(614)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Tampa
Booked 9 times today
Lilac is a modern Mediterranean restaurant helmed by Michelin-starred chef and California native, John Fraser. Lilac exclusively offers a 4-course prix fixe menu featuring signature elements of Chef Fraser's mastery of Mediterranean cuisine explored through the lens of Floridian coastal produce. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, the dining room’s walnut flooring and the warm glow from the pendant globes create an elevated, convivial space focused around an eight-seat Christian Liaigre chef’s counter in sandblasted walnut and a lively open kitchen. Taking its cues from Fraser’s Greek heritage and his admiration of Turkish cuisine, Lilac’s balanced menu is a celebration of the chef’s vegetable-forward philosophy using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
A photo of Sacred Pepper restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6844)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Tampa
Booked 62 times today
Sacred Pepper is a hot spot in Tampa with rave reviews for its delicious food and wonderful service. The locally sourced ingredients and made-from-scratch dishes get high praise. As one reviewer put it, the place has a 'great ambiance, delicious food, and outstanding service'. The cocktails, inspired by cultures from around the world, are also a hit. Plus, the live music adds to the lively atmosphere.
A photo of Anchor and Brine restaurant
4.5
Awesome(258)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Tampa
Booked 46 times today
Located at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. Anchor and Brine features a refined yet approachable seafood-forward menu, taking inspiration from the surrounding setting, creating a seamless connection to the waterfront while offering locally-influenced fresh seafood favorites and craft cocktail pairings.
A photo of Texas de Brazil - Tampa restaurant
4.4
Awesome(6913)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 149 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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  • Briana
    Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The service was amazing! Everyone was so warm and welcoming!
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    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Tampa
    4.8
  • Josalyn
    Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I brought my husband for his birthday the ambiance was great. My server Kaylyn was amazing, her knowledge oft the menu exceeded my expectations Her so well recommendations were spot on and her attention to detail was spectacular. David the manager was great and very accomendating when their was a mild issue with my husbands steak. He turned the experience into a wonderful celebration of my husbands birthday. We definitely will return in the near future.
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    Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa FlagshipPrice: Expensive• Steak• Tampa
    4.7
  • amy VIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food! Great ambience! Wonderful service! We celebrated day two of my husband’s 30th party and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
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    Timpano Hyde ParkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tampa
    4.4
  • Michael
    Tampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    UPDATED as of 12/23/2024: This was one of my wife’s favorite restaurants, she loves the vibe - and the foods pretty good. However, this most recent experience was highly unfavorable and disappointing. To start, we were seated - then waited over 15 minutes for someone to walk up to our table, she took our drink orders… she then went to grab our server. I thought nothing of it, because we are so used to high caliber service here… so we looked past it. An hour goes by, and we have seen our waiter between 4 or 5 times. The other tables around us - their waiters were very present and visited their table every few minutes. We rarely order alcohol, but our drinks were not as great as we remembered. However, the food was incredible (awesome job to the kitchen)! I then was brought a Diet Coke, when I ordered a regular coke - so there were just mishaps all over the place (besides the kitchen). I then sat and waited over 20 minutes for our waiter to come back by so I could pay the bill. I ended up going to the hosts to ask for our waiter, and it still took longer than I thought it should for him to come to our table. I am typically a VERY generous tipper, and for the first time in over 10 years I tipped below 20%… my wife was utterly shocked - because she had never seen me tip that low. Things took a turn when I received a call from the manager because of a thumbs down on the survey as I paid the bill. She apologized profusely and stated would have a coaching with the gentleman serving our table. She truly understood how they fell below par, given our previous experiences there. She stated she would send me a gift card (via mail), and text me so I would have her contact and to let her know the next time my wife and I were coming. Update: My wife and I received the gift card in the mail, and will return very soon. Thank you American Social for making this right, I appreciate it.
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    American Social TampaPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
    4.5
  • Helen
    Tampa / Central Florida West •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 16, 2024
    **Ocean Prime Dinner Review – Bar Lounge Experience** Ocean Prime truly delivered an exceptional dining experience in the bar lounge! From start to finish, the evening was a perfect blend of ambiance, service, and culinary excellence. Our group of four opted for a mix of dishes that showcased the restaurant’s range, and each one was an absolute delight. The **Seafood Cobb Salad** was a standout—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Both the **Filet Mignon** and the **Ribeye Steak** were cooked to perfection, tender, and full of rich flavor. The attention to detail in preparation was evident with every bite. The sides were equally impressive, complementing the main dishes without overpowering them. The additional **side salad** was crisp and refreshing, a simple yet elegant accompaniment to our meal. The atmosphere in the bar lounge added to the experience—sophisticated yet relaxed, making it an ideal spot for an upscale yet comfortable evening. The service was attentive and friendly without being overbearing, ensuring we felt well taken care of throughout the night. Ocean Prime is a must-visit for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you’re craving expertly prepared seafood, steak, or a mix of both, this spot hits all the right notes. We’ll definitely be back!
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    Ocean Prime - TampaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Tampa
    4.9
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