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Driftlight Steakhouse, Tampa, FL

Driftlight Steakhouse

4.6
4.6
108 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
Inspired by the lighted bridges of Tampa, the restaurant offers a bold backdrop for long conversations and luxuriant dinners, connecting visitors to the region and to each other.
The menu features chef-selected land and sea dishes driven by regional ingredients, paired with a collection of wines and champagnes from around the world. Other handcrafted drinks offer new interpretations of classic cocktails, setting the scene for a fresh yet familiar destination.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–12:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (813) 314-6611
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Contact our restaurant sales team at 813-314-6650 to inquire about booking your next private event.
  • Area
    Tampa
  • Cross Street
    Water Street & Florida Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 108 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Steakhouse

  • Tampa

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Driftlight Steakhouse offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service and food." Located in the JW Marriott, it's praised for its expertly prepared steaks and seafood, including the "best filet mignon" and delightful carrot cake. Despite occasional reservation issues, many find its ambiance and attentive staff worth the visit.

108 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Total waste of $1400. The event for NYE was so hyped. They rushed you to buy tickets before they sold out. The food was less than mediocre. Nothing was seasoned. They served bland burrata with a couple of slices of citrus. The food had zero flavor with a super boring menu. I didn’t eat 25 % of the food. My party was so disappointed. They rushed each of the 5 courses. We were not able to enjoy even the wine before they brought the next course. We paid $150’per person for the overly hyped NYE champagne and fireworks party. They hyped it so much. Buy now because tickets are selling out quickly. They sold 33 tickets per staff. We could not even get pics of the fireworks because the staff had the best view. Such a waste of time and effort to go out. Such a joke and waste of money. That is the last dime they will get from me !

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  2. Ron

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best filet mignon w truffle butter steak we’ve ever had, along with the braised mushroom. That sweet potatoe bread with the Japanese herb butter was heavenly!! We also appreciated Joe’s service and the hostess, from Germany’s extra service too. She went over and beyond and picked out our booth table to make it special for us for my wife’s birthday. Thank you Ron L
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Ron L, We're overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Driftlight Steakhouse! It's fantastic to know that our filet mignon w truffle butter steak, braised mushroom, and sweet potato bread with Japanese herb butter hit the spot. We're also glad that you appreciated our service and the kindness of our staff. We're happy to be a part of your special day and we look forward to serving you again soon. Thank you for your kind words!

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  3. Ivan

    VIP

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time coming to this place, and we had Christmas dinner here. It was a very mellow very nice the servers were wonderful and our food was great our drinks were on point and I will go back again!
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Ivan, Thanks for the feedback, Ivan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Driftlight Steakhouse and had a mellow, wonderful Christmas dinner with us. It's great to know that our food and drinks lived up to your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable experience.

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  4. Nicole

    VIP

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful Christmas dinner! Food & service were both outstanding!
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Nicole! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful Christmas dinner at Driftlight Steakhouse. It's great to know that you enjoyed both our food and service. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back for more outstanding experiences!

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  5. Elvi

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent, and the atmosphere is delightful.
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Elvi! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found the atmosphere delightful at Driftlight Steakhouse. It's always a pleasure to receive positive feedback from our valued guests like you. We're also glad to know that our service met your expectations. We hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Jessica

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Amazing carrot cake! Happy to have eaten here.
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Jessica! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. It's great to know that our carrot cake hit the spot! We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests at Driftlight Steakhouse. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. linda

    VIP

    Tampa

    76 reviews

    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, ambiance and company! We will be back to this fine steakhouse!
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Linda, thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and ambiance at Driftlight Steakhouse. We're especially glad to know that you had a great time with us. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. andrew

    Key West

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food staff and location for dinner before an Amalie Arena event!

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  9. Jen

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed fantastic food, beverages and service! The staff’s attention to detail and chef’s perfect presentation made this a memorable experience!
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Jen, Thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, beverages, and service. It's always our goal to provide a memorable experience for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to Driftlight Steakhouse soon!

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  10. James

    VIP

    Tampa

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As we look around at the new selection of restaurants in the Channelside District, it has now become clear that Driftlight has found the best balance of food, service and ambiance. While fine dining is expensive these days for reasons not the fault of restaurants, Driftlight manages to provide value while delivering quality. Keep up the good work Driftlight and we’ll keep coming back!
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, James ! We're thrilled to hear that you've found value in our offerings and are enjoying our new Channelside District restaurants. It's fantastic to know that you've appreciated our food, service, and ambiance. We can't wait to welcome you back for another great experience at Driftlight Steakhouse. Cheers!

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Driftlight Steakhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Driftlight Steakhouse

510 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Water Street & Florida Avenue
  • Area
    Tampa
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–12:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (813) 314-6611
  • Private party facilities
    Contact our restaurant sales team at 813-314-6650 to inquire about booking your next private event.
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