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1. Ulele
4.8
Exceptional(14473)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 227 times today
Ulele (pronounced you-lay-lee) celebrates the vibrant fusion of ingredients from Florida waters and land once home to many Native Americans, including the legendary young princess Ulele. Located on the Hillsborough River in Tampa Heights, 400 yards from the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Indoor and outdoor waterfront dining. Lunch and dinner daily. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.Featuring intricately flavored, visually appealing dishes prepared on our 10' round barbacoa grill.Ulele operates in the lovingly re-imagined 1903 Tampa Heights Water Works building, which also includes its Ulele Spring Brewery to provide a number of craft beers on tap. Next door to Water Works Park. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the indoor dining rooms.
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2. Predalina
4.7
Exceptional(216)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Tampa
Booked 69 times today
Located on Water Street near Tampa’s original bustling docks, and at an arm’s reach from Tampa’s waterfront, the vibrantly energetic atmosphere of Predalina highlights the best of the Mediterranean region’s seafood offerings. At Predalina, the promise of a delicious meal, and an unforgettable drink, always beckons, any day of the week, and for any occasion. Predalina brings a full-service restaurant and shoppable dining experience to Water Street. Enjoy weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks in the restaurant’s dining room, on the two patios, and at the expansive bar. At Predalina, you will not only savor the moment, but you can take the memories with you.
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3. Anchor and Brine
4.5
Awesome(256)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Tampa
Booked 35 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.
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4. American Social Tampa
4.5
Awesome(2007)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 74 times today
American Social Tampa is a waterfront restaurant located on Harbour Island in Tampa. Many reviews highlight the enjoyable experience of dining outside and taking in the stunning views of the water, the skyline, and the sunset. One reviewer even mentioned, 'it’s beautiful by the water. Food is consistent and menu has something for everyone.' So, it's clear that this spot is a great place to enjoy a meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront views.
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5. Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi
4.4
Awesome(5003)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 73 times today
Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi is a waterfront restaurant located on beautiful Harbor Island in Tampa. It overlooks the waterfront, providing stunning views of Downtown Tampa and the bay. Patrons can enjoy their meals in the outdoor patio on the water or by a window overlooking the water. As one review puts it, 'The ambiance was great as the outdoor table was right on the River.'
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6. Beacon Rooftop Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(77)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Tampa
Booked 62 times today
Perched on the JW Marriott's 27th floor, Beacon is Tampa's highest (and second highest in Florida) public rooftop cocktail and dining destination, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and the shimmering waterfront. Beacon's debut marks a momentous milestone for the luxurious property, which initially opened its doors in December 2020.
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7. Azure at EDITION
4.5
Awesome(463)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Tampa
Booked 40 times today
Featuring elevated food and beverage from Michelin-starred chef, John Fraser, our rooftop dining experience showcases fresh Greek Cuisine. Azure at EDITION brings together seaside-inspired fare, expansive views, and a breezy ambiance.
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8. M Bird
4.5
Awesome(18)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Tampa
Booked 24 times today
M.Bird is Tampa’s premier rooftop destination perched high above historic Armature Works. This sophisticated, deco-inspired lounge offers unparalleled, waterfront views of Tampa’s ever-growing cityscape. M.Bird is the perfect setting to indulge in tropical curated cocktails, sharable small plates, and breathtaking sunset views. For reservations after 9:00 PM, please contact our VIP Manager at (813) 390-4017 for more information.
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9. Watervue Grille
4.5
Awesome(53)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Tampa
Booked 5 times today
Watervue Grille is a waterfront restaurant located in Tampa, Florida. Its description mentions the restaurant's location in a waterfront setting with excellent views of Downtown Tampa. Several reviews highlight the magnificent waterfront view and the relaxed coastal feel. The restaurant's location and ambiance create a perfect waterfront dining experience.
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10. Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center
4.4
Awesome(130)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • Tampa
Booked 31 times today
Named "One of Florida's Top Restaurants" since 1967.The Columbia Café is located on the Tampa Riverwalk in the new Water Street neighborhood. We offer indoor and outdoor dining.Our Café indoor dining room is a piece of history in itself with an exact scaled replica of our original 1905 bar from our flagship restaurant in Ybor City. You will find our familiar historic photos of family and the restaurant throughout the years inside. The indoor dining room is surrounded by panoramic windows to offer you the amazing views.Or, relax outdoors on our waterfront, canopy-covered patio and bar with a pitcher of Spanish sangria or mojitos made tableside, overlooking the Tampa Riverwalk with amazing views of the Garrison Channel.Serving lunch & dinner daily.Located right across the Amalie Arena and within a 5-minute walk from the Tampa Convention Center, Marriott Waterside, JW Marriott Waterside and Embassy Suites.
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  • Samantha
    Tampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food and service! The cocktails need a little bit more love and creativity. The noise level is deafening at times because of the open loft space. Otherwise great place to gather and eat
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    UlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4.8
  • Adriana
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had such a good time, we also ate there another night and loved the food, the entertainment was not great but it was nice and quiet for brunch. Food was delicious and our server Johana went overboard to help us celebrate my nephew’s birthday.
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    Anchor and BrinePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Tampa
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    4.5
  • Rebekah
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a blast for a ladies brunch. Service was great, food was great, and the drinks were great! No complaints I'd go again for brunch!
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    American Social TampaPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4.5
  • Brian
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had a very early seating in order to make it to an event so the dining room was still empty and chose to sit near the bar which already had a lively atmosphere starting. The Gnocchi was delicious and the Chicken Kabobs were very tender and just as tasty. We only had OpenTable's recommendation to go on and Predalina lived up to their great rating.
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    PredalinaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Tampa
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    4.7
  • Deborah
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Aug 26, 2024
    We had a great meal at BLUFIN and very good customer service. We had hoped to sit outside to admire the beautiful view but we sat in the dining room due to rain which worked out just fine. Big windows behind the bar showcase the bay outside. We'd recommend this to anyone in the Tampa area.
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    BLUFIN Waterfront GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Tampa
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