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Roman pizza, fresh pasta, crisp salads & more - Jay Luigi, Tampa, FL

Jay Luigi

4.7
4.7
45 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Jay Luigi offers a fresh and modern take on Italian cuisine in the heart of South Tampa’s vibrant SoHo district. Known for its Roman-style pizzas, fresh pastas, shareable plates, and crisp salads, Jay Luigi combines traditional flavors with a contemporary twist. The menu also features options for vegetarian, gluten-free, and health-conscious diners.

With a full bar serving an array of Italian wines, craft beers, and aperitif-style cocktails, it’s the perfect spot for date night, family gatherings, or a casual meal with friends. Guests can enjoy brunch favorites like savory breakfast pizzas and more on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, or visit for dinner served daily.

Jay Luigi’s welcoming atmosphere, convenient location, and thoughtfully curated menu make it a top choice for those seeking authentic Italian food or a relaxed yet upscale dining experience in Tampa.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for a relaxing and fun Apertivo Hour! Whether you're winding down after work or gearing up for an evening out, our Happy Hour offers the perfect setting to enjoy great drinks, delicious bites, and a lively atmosphere. Sip on our crafted spritzes, cocktail specials, and wines. Pair your drinks with our tasty appetizers, salads, pastas, and pizza available at special prices during this time. Bring your friends and coworkers, or make it a solo retreat – our Apertivo Hour is the perfect way to take a break and indulge in a little early evening relaxation. We can’t wait to welcome you!

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What 45 people are saying

Jay Luigi reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Great for brunch

  • Tampa

    Great for brunch

  • Tampa

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jay Luigi is a vibrant Italian gem offering "amazing food" with standout options like the bacon egg sandwich for brunch. Guests rave about "great service" from staff like Mitchel and Jake, and the atmosphere is lively and inviting. Noteworthy are the "delicious" pizzas and pasta, making it a "must-visit" spot in Tampa.

45 Reviews
  1. Patrice

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great service. Everything was excellent, i highly recommend to everyone in the area to give it a try!

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    Greater Boston1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Four people were in party three peoples meals came out at same time fourth meal came out 20 minutes later was informed they don’t accept cash .server was in a rush for us to leave

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  3. Anthony

    Miami2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jay Luigi’s had great service and even better food. The hostess and server were both amazing and the food came out quick and delicious.

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  4. Steve VIP

    Tampa26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WOW!!! 3rd time visiting and WOW! I stubbed upon their Brunch menu being available the last 2 times and HAD to get the bacon egg sandwich again while my wife enjoyed the Pizza. I don’t what they are doing w the Bread at this place but WOW!! Mitchel the manager hats off to yuh for the hospitality my man!!!

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  5. Chelsi

    Orlando7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good and service good. Went for gluten-free pizza, which was the first for me, but tasted like a flatbread wasn’t bad. The meatballs were good and the meatballs were good and the service was great.

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  6. Michael VIP

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sharif and Matt were both incredible. Great experience. We will become regulars.

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  7. Micheal

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant was super good! Great service, excellent portion sizes, delicious food, and inexpensive.

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  8. Lisa VIP

    Tampa82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and great service. The menu includes healthy and decadent, something for everyone.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I made a reservation at this restaurant for my birthday and was excited to see that they offered a lot of gluten free options on the menu online (I have severe celiac disease). We get seated at the table and the server greets us and immediately asked if anyone had an allergy and I said I had a gluten allergy. She then said that “the kitchen is covered in flour” and “the food will be cross contaminated”. I unfortunately was not able to take that risk and my party decided to leave. Nothing bad to say about the server, I appreciate the warning. Just don’t come here if you have celiac disease, because unfortunately the kitchen is not safe at all.

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  10. Jennifer VIP

    Tampa13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to the new location in SoHo and it was amazing! We sat outside and had exceptional service. The owner came out and spoke with us for a few minutes and was so nice and personable. When our food came out it was always hot and delicious. The executive chef delivered our food to us and spoke with us each time too. All in all, was a great experience and will definitely be back!

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FAQs

Jay Luigi is rated 4.7 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Jay Luigi

516 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606-2038

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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