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Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval, Tampa, FL

Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval

4.5
4.5
288 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Lona is a dynamic modern Mexican restaurant brought to life by the creative collaboration of renowned chefs Richard Sandoval and Pablo Salas and aims to redefine the Mexican dining experience by combining traditional flavors with contemporary techniques and artistic presentation.

At Lona, guests will be immersed in a lively atmosphere that pays homage to Mexico's rich culinary heritage while embracing the spirit of innovation. The menu showcases a fusion of regional Mexican cuisines, featuring an array of bold and authentic flavors. From delectable street food favorites to refined dishes inspired by ancient recipes, Lona offers a culinary journey that celebrates the diversity and complexity of Mexican gastronomy.

We also offer reservations for our TopGolf Swing Suites, which can be made via our OpenTable Experiences.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (813) 204-6390
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Brennan
  • Private party facilities
    For functions of 12-300, host your next celebration in the unique dining spaces at Lona. From live-action stations, tasting & pairing dinners, and interactive cocktail receptions – our dedicated event team will bring your vision to life. Learn More: https://www.lonatampa.com/events

Experiences

  • Top Golf Swing Suite Weekday

    US$75.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Our Topgolf Swing Suites are an immersive social experience offering guests a comfortable lounge and a premium experience of play, food and beverage and music. With massive screens and a selection of multi-sport virtual games, Topgolf Swing Suites deliver a one-of-a-kind simulation that’s fun for all.
  • Top Golf Swing Suite Weekend

    US$90.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Our Topgolf Swing Suites are an immersive social experience offering guests a comfortable lounge and a premium experience of play, food and beverage and music. With massive screens and a selection of multi-sport virtual games, Topgolf Swing Suites deliver a one-of-a-kind simulation that’s fun for all.

What 288 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval impresses with "outstanding service and delicious food." The ambience is "beautiful" and ideal for a lively night out. Happy Hour offers "great drinks" like the Guava Margarita and a "wonderful experience" overall. Despite some mixed reviews, "authentic Mexican flavors" shine through, promising a memorable dining experience.

288 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Tampa18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, drinks and service. This was my third time dining at Lona. The food is outstanding. The flavors and creativity in each dish makes for an amazing dining experience.

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  2. Rakini

    Phoenix19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was really great. He have good suggestions and made sure we were taken care of. The good was delicious

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  3. Ashley

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience will definitely be back. Food, drinks and service was incredible!!

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  4. Laura

    Detroit5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food & margaritas. The Lump Crab Guacamole & Mercado Margarita was amazing! Great service - our waitress was wonderful and made great recommendations. Would highly recommend!

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  5. Ariana

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Latin music was lively and loud, creating an energetic vibe that made for a fun night out. A big plus was the accommodating staff—some of our party arrived late, and they kindly extended our start time, which we really appreciated. However, I wouldn’t recommend the Top Golf Swing Suite. While the concept is fun, the system kept glitching, and we couldn’t get through a single game without issues. This made it more frustrating than enjoyable. Additionally, we had to ask for instructions rather than the staff proactively showing us how to play, which would have improved the experience. That said, our server, Aldolvo, was knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around, ensuring we had everything we needed. Niko, the manager, was also excellent and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. Overall, the atmosphere and service were great, but the Top Golf Swing Suite needs some serious improvements before I’d consider trying it again.

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  6. Raul

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was so good, and they had the best environment! We will be back, coming from Texas to Florida. It is hard to find good Mexican food in Florida. All these other "MEXICAN" MIKEY MOUSE restaurants say authentic Mexican cuisine, which is not!

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  7. Tami

    San Francisco5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice ambience. Great solicitous service. Food not great.

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  8. mirian

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Supero mis expectativas , sin dudas un restaurante con un menu exquisito , un ambiente agradable y un servicio con atencion unica . Gracias por hacer mi visita memorable !
    Lona by Chef Richard SandovalResponded on 25 February 2025
    Dear Mirian Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that we exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed our menu, the atmosphere, and the service. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They told us that valet parking was free for restaurant guests & then when we got there they told us it would be $27 for valet bc of an event. That should be disclosed when making the reservation.

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  10. Henry VIP

    Orlando69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very pleasant experience. Fusion mexican-american food with a few authentic Mexican dishes. All delicious. Excellent mezcal choices with a few premium tequilas. Promp and courteous service. I reserved again for the next day.
    Lona by Chef Richard SandovalResponded on 25 February 2025
    Dear Henry, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed our fusion Mexican-American dishes and mezcal selections. It’s great to know that the service met your expectations, and we’re excited to welcome you back again the next day! We truly appreciate your recognition, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with them. We look forward to welcoming you back soon

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FAQs

Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval is rated 4.5 stars by 288 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval

505 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Tampa
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Brennan
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (813) 204-6390
  • Private party facilities
    For functions of 12-300, host your next celebration in the unique dining spaces at Lona. From live-action stations, tasting & pairing dinners, and interactive cocktail receptions – our dedicated event team will bring your vision to life. Learn More: https://www.lonatampa.com/events
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