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Sacred Pepper, Tampa, FL

Sacred Pepper

4.8
4.8
6856 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
Food. Flavors. People. Style.

Inspired by her flavorful travels, Candy DeBartolo set out to bring something different to North Tampa’s food scene: a dining destination where everything that happens around the table is considered sacred—a place where every detail matters. Together with her team of passionate experts, she opened Sacred Pepper to provide the community with new twists on classic favorites in an inviting atmosphere. Locally sourced ingredients and made-from-scratch pastas and sauces highlight a Contemporary American menu with dashes of Mediterranean flair. Cocktails are inspired by cultures from around the world as well as modern, traditional, and pre-prohibition tastes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 609-8000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    James Maita
  • Catering
    The food you share at an event is second only to the people you share it with. Whether you’re planning a family gathering, corporate luncheon, or special event, our catering manager will work with you to create the perfect Sacred menu so you can enjoy spending time with your guests. For more information, contact us at privatedining@sacredpepper.com or call 813.609.8000.
  • Private party facilities
    At Sacred Pepper, we believe that food, flavors, people and style are meant to be celebrated. We recognize that the meal you share at an event is just as important as the friends, family, or coworkers you share it with.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (813) 609-8000
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 6,856 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Contemporary American

  • Tampa

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sacred Pepper offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food" and a "beautiful atmosphere." Guests praise the "impeccable service" and wide variety of menu options, including standout dishes like the "Chilean Sea Bass" and "lobster pappardelle." The lively ambiance is complemented by live music, making it a perfect choice for a memorable night out.

6,856 Reviews
  1. Brittany

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been here before and absolutely loved it! I would have rated it 100 out of 10 however last night I would not. One thing that I loved about this restaurant before was the live music and the environment and I was extremely disappointed to have been sat in like a private dining room where all you could hear was the people in that room talking and barely any of the music. I let it go because I knew the food was going to be good. I ordered the lobster stuffed shrimp which were amazing as an appetizer and then my husband and I ordered our main meals. He ordered the grouper with the orzo side dish and mashed potatoes. I ordered the steak, mashed potatoes, and asparagus. We also got a side of the crab and corn chowder to try. The chowder was awful to say the least. We were so disappointed. There was absolutely no seasoning in it whatsoever except for a spice that we had to look back at the menu to see that it was tabasco. It either needed salt or it needed to be sweeter with more sugar. I'm saying sugar because in the description it says, "sweet and creamy". It was also a very thing chowder. My meal was amazing but my husbands grouper was not and either was the orzo pasta. The grouper was very bland and the orzo pasta tasted a little too much like pasta salad. For dessert, we did receive a free lava cake because it was our anniversary and it was the driest cake I have ever had. We also ordered the creme brulee which was okay. The star of both desserts was their home made whipped cream. That was amazing and I was extremely disappointed to see that when the waitress boxed up our food, she did NOT put it in the box. We spent $148 including tip, which is reasonable for the type and amount of food that we got however last night the taste was just lacking on so many things. I really want to think that they were just having a really bad night in the kitchen and would be willing to give this restaurant another try, but not for a while.

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  2. Greg

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our anniversary with dinner here, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the impeccable service, which truly set this place apart. The cocktails were expertly crafted, the live entertainment added a vibrant touch, and the food was absolutely top-notch. What truly elevated the evening, however, was the staff’s attention to detail. They noticed it was our special day and surprised us with a decadent dessert that was as thoughtful as it was delicious. It’s rare to find a dining experience where every aspect shines, but this establishment exceeded all expectations. A heartfelt thank you to the team for making our celebration so memorable. We can’t wait to return and relive the magic!

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  3. roy

    VIP

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our fav restaurants. Menu always surprises. Drinks creative. Desserts devine.

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  4. Katie

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit but will not be the last. Our food was delicious, service was great, and the restaurant was beautiful.

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  5. Adrienne

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always good. Have Been twice this month. I am interested to see when the specials will change.

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  6. Al

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. The prices are a bit up but, that’s everywhere now a days. You get what you pay for unlike other expensive places that don’t have good food. This is a great spot.

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  7. Jackie

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. I had crab cakes and my husband had one of the pasta dishes. The service was great. I would definitely come back

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food service was just OK. Music was a bit to loud and made it hard to carry on a conversation

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  9. Kay

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were delicious! Lovely dining experience!!

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  10. ARLENE

    VIP

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is good but the menu is limited and always the same. I’ve been eating there for years and the menu doesn’t change at all. The AC is super cold and the noise level and music is so loud that I cannot even hear the server nor the people in my table.

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FAQs

Sacred Pepper offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 609-8000.

Sacred Pepper is rated 4.8 stars by 6856 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sacred Pepper

15405 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Maita
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (813) 609-8000
  • Catering
    The food you share at an event is second only to the people you share it with. Whether you’re planning a family gathering, corporate luncheon, or special event, our catering manager will work with you to create the perfect Sacred menu so you can enjoy spending time with your guests. For more information, contact us at privatedining@sacredpepper.com or call 813.609.8000.
  • Private party facilities
    At Sacred Pepper, we believe that food, flavors, people and style are meant to be celebrated. We recognize that the meal you share at an event is just as important as the friends, family, or coworkers you share it with.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (813) 609-8000
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