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1. Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Tampa

Booked 5 times today

As America’s Oldest Brewery, our roots run deep in the sleepy, coal-mining town of Pottsville, Pennsylvania; where David G. Yuengling arrived from Württemberg, Germany in 1829. Since opening our brewery in 2001, Tampa has become our second home. Now, we are bringing our six generations of brewing expertise to life in this one-of-a-kind culinary experience that highlights the diverse cultures of both Pennsylvania and Florida. All our menu items were created with beer pairing in mind, and our delicious beer flavors have been incorporated into several dishes.

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2. Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

4.4

Awesome(133)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • University

Booked 8 times today

Introducing Birkin's Steak House and Sushi. Two distinct concepts under one roof. great steaks, amazing sushi, craft cocktails, patio and patio bar.Reserve in our Steak House bar area, our Steak House main dining, Sushi Steak House dining room, Patio or just walk in for a spot at one of our magnificent bars - patio, sushi or steak house. We look forward to seeing you!

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3. Coasis Restaurant Bar & Suites

4.4

Awesome(356)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tampa

Booked 11 times today

Coasis Restaurant Bar & Suites is a hot spot for a fun dining experience. Customers rave about its 'great vibe', 'energetic place with a DJ', 'nice ambiance' and 'banging appetizers'. It's not just about the food, but the whole experience. Their menu is full of 'innovative' and 'yummy' drinks, and the food is 'delicious', 'flavorful' and 'full of flavor'. It's a place where you can relax, enjoy good food and drinks, and let loose.

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4. Quality Foods Market

5.0

Exceptional(227)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 1 time today

Quality Foods Market offers a unique, casual, and intimate dining experience with exceptional food and service. Reviewers rave about the authentic Italian cuisine and the owner's passion for the food, with one even saying 'It's hard to describe because it's Michelin worthy food, but it's not pretentious.' The small, intimate setting and the Chef's Table concept enhance the dining experience, making it a fun and unique place to visit.

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5. Acropolis Greek Taverna - New Tampa

4.3

Awesome(32)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • New Tampa

Acropolis Greek Taverna in New Tampa is a Tampa Bay landmark and a vibrant restaurant in New Tampa close to USF, Busch Gardens, Moffitt Cancer Center, and Wesley Chapel. Offering delicious Greek cuisine and friendly service, we are the ideal spot for lunch with coworkers, happy hour drinks with friends, or an intimate date night.We have something to offer everyone: A great selection of appetizers (tapas), sinful finger foods (gyros), traditional entrees, and some of Tampa Bay’s best seafood dishes! And don’t forget our specialty drink menu and hookah flavor selection! Have us cater or host your next private or corporate event!

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6. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.8

Exceptional(17046)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Tampa

Booked 131 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.

7. Ulele

4.8

Exceptional(14416)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 147 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.

8. Predalina

4.7

Exceptional(193)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Tampa

Booked 50 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.

9. The Pearl – Tampa

4.7

Exceptional(1448)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Tampa

Booked 89 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.

10. Timpano Hyde Park

4.5

Awesome(3516)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 93 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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Ericavip
Miami - Dade •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food and atmosphere never disappoints. Can’t go wrong with anything you order from here but the Lamb chops are the best in the city.
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Coasis Restaurant Bar & SuitesPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Tampa
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4.4
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Evan
Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We picked Birkins to celebrate a gfs birthday so all 20 of us decided to pick somewhere none of us have been to. We were all blown away by how awesome Birkins was. Great service, best steak I have ever had (and I have been to all the high end steakhouses in TPA) and it was a fabulous atmosphere.
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Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• University
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4.4
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Cathy
Tampa / Central Florida West •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always excellent food and service by Stephanie. Chris always introduces us to a great wine to pair with our dinner and his food is outstanding.
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Quality Foods MarketPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Tampa
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5
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Stephanie
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We enjoyed the vibe of this place. Very chill atmosphere. The food was very good. We are going to plan to go back.
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Yuengling Draft Haus & KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Tampa
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4.5
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Tampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 14, 2024
We had an amazing experience here on Friday Sept 13. We arrived a little later than our reservation but they accommodated us with no problem. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful. We ordered to gyro platters and it came with salad that was so big I almost got full just off of that. Our food also came with yummy Greek fries. I had so much food left over I was able to take it to work the next day. I use to come here all the time when I was younger so I’m glad our experience was just as good as it use to be. We will be back!
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Acropolis Greek Taverna - New TampaPrice: Moderate• Greek• New Tampa
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4.3

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen

2. Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

3. Coasis Restaurant Bar & Suites

4. Quality Foods Market

5. Acropolis Greek Taverna - New Tampa

6. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

7. Ulele

8. Predalina

9. The Pearl – Tampa

10. Timpano Hyde Park

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