Tampa's Award-Winning Restaurants

by OpenTable

Updated May 12, 2023

James Beard Award winners. MICHELIN-recognized restaurants. Perennial best-of picks. Book an award-winning spot in Tampa and find out for yourself why these restaurants are beloved by critics and diners alike.

Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.7

4.7 (17468)

$31 to $50

Spanish

Tampa

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Jackie

Dined 6 days ago

The Columbia is always an excellent experience. We have been to four of their restaurants and each one was outstanding. We recommend their sangria pitcher for a bit of fun at the table.

Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar

4.4

4.4 (1332)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Tampa

About the restaurant

Inspired by a variety of cultures and cuisines, Executive Chef, Johnathan Atanacio has had over 20 years of perfecting innovative and aesthetically beautiful dishes that elevate the palate beyond your typical dining experience. Offering a selection of specialty dishes, from steak and seafood to vegan dishes, each entrée is crafted with both pride and passion for great flavors and exceptional presentation.

Nestled in the heart of Tampa, in the popular SoHo and Hyde Park area, Elevage offers Contemporary American and International dishes, with an ever changing menu. This neighborhood gem is a local Tampa Hotspot for Happy Hour cocktails, Wine Wednesdays, and culinary experiences that elevate even the most refined culinary palettes. Whether you're dining in our main dining room, on the outdoor terrace or watching the sun set from our roof top cocktail lounge, our ambience and atmosphere sets Elevage apart as an unforgettable culinary experience. Valet parking is available.

Top review

Kevin

Dined 2 days ago

Came for the Valentine’s prize fixe menu. Host was welcoming and sat us immediately for our reservation. Sean, our server, was patient as we explored the menu, offered suggestions, and we landed on a few cocktails and our dinner selections. We ordered a bottle of wine with dinner and Sean presented it quickly and properly. Our meals were timed expertly and Sean provided just enough presence without feeling like he was hovering. Food was great, and had surprisingly large portions(which was welcomed!). The only complaint we could have was the sole dish needed a tad more salt and the overhead lights were too bright. After our meal, Sean cleared and provided some small talk about the restaurant’s lunch and breakfast options, enticing my date and I to plan a return visit to grab lunch sometime in the near future. Fantastic experience with Sean and would recommend to anyone looking for a great experience.

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