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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Tampa

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Tampa? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Seasons 52 - Tampa

4.8

4.8 (7551)

$31 to $50

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Alan

Dined 4 days ago

We had a great dining experience at Seasons 52, it is one of our favorite restaurants in the area. The food is delicious and the service is exceptional. We are looking forward to going again soon.

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Cedar Plank-Roasted Salmon

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District South Kitchen & Craft

4.8

4.8 (309)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

District South Kitchen & Craft is a restaurant and bar located in South Tampa, centrally located to St. Petersburg and Downtown Tampa Florida. Featuring Brunch every Saturday & Sunday.

Delicious bites for an elevated casual feeling, featuring signature dishes such as our DS Smash Burger, Coconut Grouper Bites and our home made Cuban Sandwich.

Outdoor dining is also available, which is pet friendly.

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Darren

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful experience!! Brunch was AMAZING. Can’t wait to go back

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Union New American

4.8

4.8 (816)

$31 to $50

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

At Union New American, we are redefining modern dining in Tampa Bay. Located in the Westshore Business District, our concept, 'American with a Global Edge,' celebrates the fusion of local flavors with timeless culinary traditions. From succulent steaks and fresh salads to masterfully crafted sushi and shareable dishes, every bite at Union promises a memorable culinary journey, enhanced by our custom wood-fired grill, the Hearth. But Union is more than just a restaurant; it's a vibrant gathering place where unmatched cuisine meets stunning atmosphere and renowned entertainment. Whether you're joining us for a casual meal or a special occasion, our team is dedicated to ensuring every visit to Union is filled with good food, good wine, and memorable moments

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Maria

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and service, I will repeat the experience

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Ribeye Sandwich

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8oz FILET MIGNON

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FlameStone American Grill - Oldsmar

4.7

4.7 (2790)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

FlameStone American Grill is a casually sophisticated American Grill that places an emphasis on cooking with nature’s most basic elements: Fire & Stone. Our passion is to serve highly flavored food with the highest quality service possible. We use natural cooking techniques such as grilling over an open fire or preparing our guacamole using lava stone, to give our food exceptional flavor and taste.

Starters such as Tableside Guacamole or Stone Oven Flat Breads make your first choice a tough one. FlameStone’s Tableside Guacamole is an experience that is unlike any guacamole you have ever tasted. Made tableside using a traditional Molcajete, we only use Haas Avocados and the freshest ingredients possible. It is truly amazing.

If a great steak is your weakness, you’ll love our steaks. At FlameStone we grill our steaks over an open flame and only use Stock Yards Chicago Angus Beef that is 28 day aged and that are hand cut on premises.

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TomVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The food was amazing. I had the short rib grilled cheese. My friend had the same. It was fantastic! Gerald was our server. He did a phenomenal job. Highly recommend!

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Prime Rib Sandwich

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4.8

4.8 (2482)

$31 to $50

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

Haven features Executive Chef Chad Johnson We are a modern cuisine served in a stylish, relaxed, and casual atmosphere. Haven offers guests the ability to taste different flavors and textures created in a crafted, cultured and cellared atmosphere.

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JoeyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Haven always comes through with amazing food. Love this place.

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Fried Brussels Sprouts Salad

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Pork Tenderloin & Belly

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Toasted Olive Oil Cake

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4.8

4.8 (14486)

$31 to $50

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

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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jeffery

Dined 4 days ago

Tomahawk pork chop was excellent!!! Ambiance was very nice. Great restaurant in a great location. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THEIR PARKING AND GET IT VALIDATED AT THE RESTAURANT.

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Charbroiled Oysters

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Seafood Risotto

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Coconut Ice Cream

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Cru Cellars Palma Ceia

4.8

4.8 (266)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

A chef driven, new American menu with house-made small plates, entrées, and the finest selection of artisanal cheese and charcuterie!

Voted Tampa Bay's "Best Wine Bar," for many years, Cru Cellars is happily and obsessively wine focused, with 30+ wines & beers served by the glass in the back wine bar! Sample and taste different wines with our wine flights.

Cru is perfect for groups as well, with a lounge that seats 14, a cozy wine garden that seats 30! Our retail area is great for wine tastings and reception style events up to 60 people.

For groups of 8-12 guests, please call the restaurant directly. For groups of 13+, inquire here --> https://www.crucellars.com/private-events-catering-1

Holiday Hours-
*Christmas Eve-Sun. 12/24
Open for Brunch, Drinks, Retail, Gift Card Sales till 3pm.
*Christmas Day-Mon. 12/25
Closed.
*New Year's Eve-Sun. 12/31
Open for Brunch. Extended Hours for Dinner, Drinks, & Retail till 9pm.
*New Year's Day-Mon. 1/1
Brunch Available Open - 3pm.

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leoVIP

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Very unique experience. Stall love their jobs. A happy place. Great wines.

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa, FL

4.7

4.7 (10616)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Pete

Dined 4 days ago

Absolute phenomenal job By the waitress, love the atmosphere, the pork chop was a little overdone.Mojito was not even close, the wine was perfect

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Ellie's Chicken Piccata

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Chicken Potstickers

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Tampa Palms

4.6

4.6 (2301)

$30 and under

American

New Tampa

About the restaurant

For all reservations of 5 or more, please call the restaurant directly at (813) 978-0388 so we can make sure we are able to accommodate as we have a limited amount of tables that fit more than 4 guests.

Stonewood Grill & Tavern offers a complete dining experience for both your eyes and your palate. You don’t want to have just another ordinary night out — so tonight, make it extraordinary!

We oak-grill each of our Wet-Aged Midwestern Corn-Fed steaks to lock in its juices and enhance its natural flavors. Plus, only the freshest seafood has the honor of being prepared by one of Stonewood’s gourmet chefs.

Adding our innovative wine list featuring rare selections and exceptional pairings makes Stonewood a great place for couples, friends, and coworkers, for date night, happy hour, special occasions, and holiday parties.

So the next time you’re looking for the perfect night out, come to Stonewood Grill & Tavern.

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John

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Our food was delicious, the waitress was wonderful, and we had an amazing dinner. Shay was super nice and attentive. Everything was fantastic!! Stonewood Grill and Tavern at Tampa Palms is our favorite restaurant.

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Chicken Pot Pie

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Chicken Quesadilla

A photo of On Swann restaurant

4.7

4.7 (596)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

Opened May 29, 2016 located in the Hyde Park Village, Tampa FL. The interior reflects the hip sensibilities of the surrounding area while also paying tribute to Tampa's storied past. The Bar & Restaurant offers the choice to observe the art of cooking as it occurs in the open-kitchen dining room. A destination for Contemporary American cuisine that features a seasonal menu with local flair

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Marggie

Dined 2 days ago

Service and attention to details surpassed the expectations.

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