Best Hot Spot Restaurants in University of South Florida

12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Pearl – Tampa

4.7

Exceptional(1437)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Tampa

Booked 141 times today

The Pearl is a well-polished culinary jewel that showcases made-from-scratch food, classically inspired cocktails and an exclusive selection of Ales, Lagers & Stouts. All within one cozy tavern.

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2. Ocean Prime - Tampa

4.9

Exceptional(10914)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Tampa

Booked 155 times today

Located at International Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. *Gratuity is automatically added to parties of 6 or more*

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3. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.7

Exceptional(17015)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Tampa

Booked 280 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.

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4. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa Flagship

4.7

Exceptional(3163)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Tampa

Booked 151 times today

Discover Fleming's in Tampa, located on the corner of Boy Scout Boulevard and Lois Avenue, directly across from the International Plaza, where you'll find exceptional USDA Prime steaks, storied wines and stellar service. Whether you're marking a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply savoring a night out, our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio provide a memorable setting. Explore our Dinner Menu with seven different steak cuts, best-in-class seafood and innovative vegetarian options. Join us for our Social Hour Menu Sunday through Thursday 4PM to 6PM with shareable bar bites and $9 handcrafted cocktails.Planning an event? Explore our Events & Catering Menu for a variety of options, both in our restaurant and off-site.

5. Sacred Pepper

4.8

Exceptional(6794)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 74 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.

6. Timpano Hyde Park

4.5

Awesome(3508)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 89 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.

7. American Social Tampa

4.5

Awesome(1989)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 128 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.

8. CW's Gin Joint

4.7

Exceptional(1215)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 16 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'!

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9. Casa Santo Stefano

4.7

Exceptional(3574)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Ybor City

Booked 71 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.

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10. Texas de Brazil - Tampa

4.5

Awesome(6866)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tampa

Booked 141 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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Cynthia
Free to repurpose •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We went to celebrate a special occasion in our family. We chose to see the flamenco dance show which was excellent. Our waiter was exceptional. He offered suggestions about meal choices and wine choices an was spot on with both. Take time to read the menu with its history and traditions. Such a memorable dining experience for our family.
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Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Tampa
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4.7
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Chetvip
Orlando / Central Florida East •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What can I say. They nailed it. Perfect night in every way.
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The Pearl – TampaPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Tampa
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4.7
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Jennavip
Tampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Never experienced service so superb. One would expect a nice steakhouse to have good service but this was on another level. Staff was everywhere and constantly checking in. Steaks were amazing. My wife had the crab legs and they were spectacular as well. Loved the raw oysters as an appetizer and the corn and gnocchi sides were great.
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Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa FlagshipPrice: Expensive• Steak• Tampa
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4.7
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Honeyvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •74 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The most perfect visit in a long time. Great Mediterranean goat cheese. Perfect Old Fashioned (ask them how they are made) perfect salad, perfect meatballs and swordfish. Damn. Perfect birthday choice. Couldn’t have been better.
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Sacred PepperPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Tampa
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4.8
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Shelly
Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We went for my mom’s 80th birthday. The service was amazing! They had birthday confetti on the table, provide a special cocktail for my mom and even comped her dessert. It was a beautiful, memorable dinner, we will return soon! Thank you, Ocean Prime ❤️
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Ocean Prime - TampaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Tampa
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4.9

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Pearl – Tampa

2. Ocean Prime - Tampa

3. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa Flagship

5. Sacred Pepper

6. Timpano Hyde Park

7. American Social Tampa

8. CW's Gin Joint

9. Casa Santo Stefano

10. Texas de Brazil - Tampa

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