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1. Quality Foods Market

5.0

Exceptional(227)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Quality Foods Market offers a unique culinary experience, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, in a relaxed, elevated casual, and intimate atmosphere. Enjoy a seasonally changing, from scratch menu, featuring both classic and modern pastas; hand cut steaks from USDA Certified Premium Hereford Heritage 1881 Beef; New Zealand Lamb Chops; USDA Certified Prime Veal; and the freshest seafood available, flown in from around the world throughout the week. In addition, Quality Foods Market offers a curated wine list with selections from all over the world, and an unrivaled craft and imported beer selection. Executive Chef Christopher Houp takes the time to interact with each and every guest throughout the dining experience, taking the Chef's Table concept to a whole new level. Tables are limited, with just 16 seats inside, and an additional 16 seats for al fresco dining. Our guests are treated to a true Italian dining experience, as we allow a minimum of three hours between reservations.

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2. Hooters North Tampa

4.3

Awesome(18)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tampa

Hooters is the place to be for great seafood, signature burgers and sandwiches, specialty salads, ice cold beer, a full liquor bar and of course, our world famous chicken wings served up in one of our signature sauces. With a casual, upbeat atmosphere, and plenty of HD TV’s, you’ll have a front row seat to all the games. Hooters, the original wing joint.

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3. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.8

Exceptional(17039)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Tampa

Booked 186 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.

4. Ulele

4.8

Exceptional(14411)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 230 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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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa, FL

4.7

Exceptional(10546)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tampa

Booked 142 times today

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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6. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wesley Chapel, FL

4.7

Exceptional(1283)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wesley Chapel

Booked 165 times today

7. CW's Gin Joint

4.7

Exceptional(1217)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 21 times today

CW's Gin Joint in Downtown Tampa - "Where style and grace have an attitude."Come join us for an amazing night out with delectable dishes and some of the best craft cocktails around! A speakeasy kind of vibe, with live Music Thursday-Sunday starting at 7pm. Dress to impress!! A business casual dress code is enforced. (No gym clothes, basketball shorts, tank tops, or flip flops) We offer a full dinner menu, and dining room tables, along with our lounge area if you are getting together for appetizers and cocktails with a few friends. Sit back, relax and let us take care of all the little details. Get ready to be #GINSPIRED !

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8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa Flagship

4.7

Exceptional(3173)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Tampa

Booked 135 times today

Discover Fleming's in Tampa, located on the corner of Boy Scout Boulevard and Lois Avenue, directly across from the International Plaza, where you'll find exceptional USDA Prime steaks, storied wines and stellar service. Whether you're marking a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply savoring a night out, our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio provide a memorable setting. Explore our Dinner Menu with seven different steak cuts, best-in-class seafood and innovative vegetarian options. Join us for our Social Hour Menu Sunday through Thursday 4PM to 6PM with shareable bar bites and $9 handcrafted cocktails.Planning an event? Explore our Events & Catering Menu for a variety of options, both in our restaurant and off-site.

9. Ro

4.7

Exceptional(122)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Tampa

Booked 33 times today

Through meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to sensory excellence, ro elevates the art of modern Asian cuisine. With each dish, guests are transported to a realm where taste, aroma, texture and presentation converge to create an unforgettable experience that transcends the ordinary.

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10. Rooster & The Till

4.9

Exceptional(35)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 17 times today

Rooster & the Till is an award-winning, modern American neighborhood restaurant in Seminole Heights. With an always-evolving menu & eclectic beverage program, it's perfect for adventurous diners looking to be challenged by new ingredients and who expect high attention to service.We offer 2 different reservation options each evening, seats at one of our tables or at our kitchen counter, barstools that overlook the kitchen. The full menu, including tasting, is available anywhere within the restaurant.

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Amy
Worcestershire •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1905 salad, Cava sangria, ropa vieja, black bean cakes, and arroz con pollo were superb. Alfredo made the experience even more enjoyable. Lunch today was the highlight of my visit, and I look forward to my next trip back home to visit Columbia again. Until then, the cookbook will help me have a taste of home while living in a colder, less sunny climate.
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Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Tampa
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4.8
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Alex
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Kimberlee was fantastic! Perfect blend of insight on the menu and not being too much of an interruption at our table. Roasted oysters, crab cakes, pork tomahawk with green beans and mashed potatoes were outstanding. Mac n cheese was dry but the bourbon butter cake more than made up for it!
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UlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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4.8
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Paulina
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I recently came to the Cooper hog for an important business meeting. Their booths offer just enough privacy, which was perfect! The food was delicious. The service was excellent. I am excited to come back soon.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa, FLPrice: Moderate• American• Tampa
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4.7
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Cathy
Tampa / Central Florida West •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 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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Tampa / Central Florida West •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 Feb 2024
Great staff and delicious food. Great superbowl experience!!!
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Hooters North TampaPrice: Moderate• American• Tampa
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4.3

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. Quality Foods Market

2. Hooters North Tampa

3. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4. Ulele

5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa, FL

6. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wesley Chapel, FL

7. CW's Gin Joint

8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa Flagship

9. Ro

10. Rooster & The Till

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