Guidebook for Tampa
Drinks & Nightlife
CW's Gin Joint
633 N Franklin StIncredible decor and drink menu
Its a bar and restaurant with great views of the water in downtown Tampa. At night its a very popular bar/lounge and music scene for 20-40 somethings.
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American Social
601 S Harbour Island BlvdIts a bar and restaurant with great views of the water in downtown Tampa. At night its a very popular bar/lounge and music scene for 20-40 somethings.
If you enjoy playing poker or table games, then the casino is a fun spot with lots of bars and dining options. The high end dining at Council Oak Steakhouse is a must if you go.
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Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
5223 Orient RdIf you enjoy playing poker or table games, then the casino is a fun spot with lots of bars and dining options. The high end dining at Council Oak Steakhouse is a must if you go.
MacDinton's Irish Pub
405 S Howard AveEDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge
1207 S Howard AveHotel Bar
200 N Tampa StIrish 31 Pub House & Eatery
1611 W Swann AveVery popular Irish pub and sports bar
Recently added to the RiverWalk . . .its a great place to grab beers and drinks from local food vendors.
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Sparkman Wharf
615 Channelside DrRecently added to the RiverWalk . . .its a great place to grab beers and drinks from local food vendors.
Very cool rooftop bar overlooking the river and downtown Tampa skyline!
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M. Bird
1903 Market StVery cool rooftop bar overlooking the river and downtown Tampa skyline!
Hula Bay Club
5210 W Tyson AveWaterfront dining
Ciro's Tampa
2109 Bayshore BlvdSpeakeasy & restaurant
Salt Shack On The Bay
5415 W Tyson AveFood and drinks on the water
Tampa's only 5-star hotel is packed with dining (Lilac and Azure) and nightlife options (Arts Club and Punch Room), The hotel is right in the middle of all the action in Water Street
The Tampa EDITION
Tampa's only 5-star hotel is packed with dining (Lilac and Azure) and nightlife options (Arts Club and Punch Room), The hotel is right in the middle of all the action in Water Street
Highly recommend getting a balcony table for tapas and drinks . . . lovely views of the Channel District.
Azure at EDITION
Highly recommend getting a balcony table for tapas and drinks . . . lovely views of the Channel District.
Food Scene
Close by and trendy spot with a fun scene! The menu is filled with sharing items . . . all of which are amazing.
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On Swann
1501 W Swann AveClose by and trendy spot with a fun scene! The menu is filled with sharing items . . . all of which are amazing.
An architectural gem and an iconic place to meet for coffee or tea . . . it is a marketplace for home goods and books as well. It is a great place for breakfast and brunch!
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Oxford Exchange
420 W Kennedy BlvdAn architectural gem and an iconic place to meet for coffee or tea . . . it is a marketplace for home goods and books as well. It is a great place for breakfast and brunch!
Haven
2208 W Morrison AveGreat bar and food scene
Make reservations in advance . . . this place is a Tampa icon! Incredible steak house and wine list . . . must try the world-famous desert room after dinner and also request a tour of the kitchen and wine cellar. You'll be impressed!
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Bern's Steak House
1208 S Howard AveMake reservations in advance . . . this place is a Tampa icon! Incredible steak house and wine list . . . must try the world-famous desert room after dinner and also request a tour of the kitchen and wine cellar. You'll be impressed!
Great place for sushi and California cuisine . . . casual and fun atmosphere for families or singles!
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Ciccio Water
1015 S Howard AveGreat place for sushi and California cuisine . . . casual and fun atmosphere for families or singles!
Beautifully renovated building that now serves as a public food hall and market right on the river. Tons of great food options and a festive bar in the middle of the hall.
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Armature Works
1910 N Ola AveBeautifully renovated building that now serves as a public food hall and market right on the river. Tons of great food options and a festive bar in the middle of the hall.
Iconic and historic restaurant in Ybor City . . . highly recommend a reservation for the flamenco dancing room.
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Columbia Restaurant
2117 E 7th AveIconic and historic restaurant in Ybor City . . . highly recommend a reservation for the flamenco dancing room.
If you're in the mood for street tacos, then check this place out . . . tacos of all different flavors, great guacamole and a festive bar. It has outdoor seating as well.
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bartaco
1601 W Snow AveIf you're in the mood for street tacos, then check this place out . . . tacos of all different flavors, great guacamole and a festive bar. It has outdoor seating as well.
Cozy spot for Thai food, and perfect for take-out if you want to bring it home.
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Thai Island Restaurant
210 E Davis BlvdCozy spot for Thai food, and perfect for take-out if you want to bring it home.
Timeless place with an incredible menu . . . one of our favorite date night places.
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Mise en Place Restaurant
442 W Kennedy BlvdTimeless place with an incredible menu . . . one of our favorite date night places.
This is our favorite authentic Italian place and its very reasonably priced!
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Oggi Italian
236 E Davis BlvdThis is our favorite authentic Italian place and its very reasonably priced!
DI Coffee Bar
214 E Davis Blvdgreat local coffee bar on Davis Islands
Great bar for drinks and people-watching. Contemporary steakhouse with great food.
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Meat Market Steakhouse Tampa
1606 W Snow AveGreat bar for drinks and people-watching. Contemporary steakhouse with great food.
Excellent and modern take on Italian food by a local stalwart chef - Chris Ponte
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OLIVIA
3601 W Swann AveExcellent and modern take on Italian food by a local stalwart chef - Chris Ponte
Forbici Modern Italian
1633 W Snow AveLively Italian eatery and bar!
Rocca
323 W Palm AveIncredible food and cocktail menu by one of the area's best chefs.
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Edison: Food+Drink Lab
912 W Kennedy BlvdIncredible food and cocktail menu by one of the area's best chefs.
SoHo Sushi
3218 W Kennedy BlvdExcellent sushi restaurant!
Oystercatchers
2900 Bayport DrGreat views and excellent brunch!
Dramatic new restaurant in the Water Street district that is always popping with activity
Boulon Brasserie and Bakery
Dramatic new restaurant in the Water Street district that is always popping with activity
One of Tampa's only Michellin star-rated restaurants. It sits in the lobby of the exquisite 5-star hotel, Tampa Edition.
Lilac
One of Tampa's only Michellin star-rated restaurants. It sits in the lobby of the exquisite 5-star hotel, Tampa Edition.
Sunda Tampa
New sushi and Asian fusion restaurant that is getting rave reviews in Midtown Tampa.
Predalina, by Tampa-based hospitality company Oxford Commons, brings their latest concept to Water Street Tampa. Inspired by the coastal heritage of Predeliana Oliviera, Predalina offers the best of Mediterranean seafood and much more. Enjoy delicious meals and unforgettable drinks any day of the week – brunch, lunch and dinner.
Beyond great food, Predalina features in-house retail with hand-crafted wares, unique home décor, and special gifts. Wrap up your cherished toasting flutes or that ceramic plate. Don’t forget to browse the shop on your way out, taking the memories home with you.
With a dining room, two patios, and an expansive bar, Predalina provides a full-service dining experience. It’s the place for creating memorable moments.
Predalina
Predalina, by Tampa-based hospitality company Oxford Commons, brings their latest concept to Water Street Tampa. Inspired by the coastal heritage of Predeliana Oliviera, Predalina offers the best of Mediterranean seafood and much more. Enjoy delicious meals and unforgettable drinks any day of the week – brunch, lunch and dinner.
Beyond great food, Predalina features in-house retail with hand-crafted wares, unique home décor, and special gifts. Wrap up your cherished toasting flutes or that ceramic plate. Don’t forget to browse the shop on your way out, taking the memories home with you.
With a dining room, two patios, and an expansive bar, Predalina provides a full-service dining experience. It’s the place for creating memorable moments.
Entertainment & Activities
Renting boats, paddle boards and bikes is easy to do at the Sail Pavilion. It's a great way to take advantage of the river and Riverwalk.
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The Sail Pavilion on the Riverwalk
141 S Franklin StRenting boats, paddle boards and bikes is easy to do at the Sail Pavilion. It's a great way to take advantage of the river and Riverwalk.
CinéBistro
1609 W Swann AveDinner, drinks and movies all in one!
A great way to spend the day with kids or animal lovers.
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I-Aquarium ye-Florida
701 Channelside DrA great way to spend the day with kids or animal lovers.
You can rent bikes to explore all that South Tampa and downtown has to offer.
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Coast Bike Share
Central AvenueYou can rent bikes to explore all that South Tampa and downtown has to offer.
Great place for outdoor concerts . . . check the schedule to see who's playing - it could be one of your favorite artists!
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MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
4802 US-301Great place for outdoor concerts . . . check the schedule to see who's playing - it could be one of your favorite artists!
See Winter the Dolphin at this world-famous aquarium and marine animal rehab facility.
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Clearwater Marine Aquarium
249 Windward PassageSee Winter the Dolphin at this world-famous aquarium and marine animal rehab facility.
Essentials
Publix Super Market on Bayshore
243 Bayshore BlvdWalgreens
315 W Platt St7-Eleven
3101 W Gandy BlvdEverything Else
YBOR CITY is Tampa's historic cigar district. There are tons of great shops, restaurants and bars throughout the main strip on 7th Avenue.
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Ybor City
YBOR CITY is Tampa's historic cigar district. There are tons of great shops, restaurants and bars throughout the main strip on 7th Avenue.
Arts & Culture
Tampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla PlazaBeautiful setting on the Hillsborough River!
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali BlvdShopping
Outdoor shopping mall with great shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars!
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Hyde Park Village
1602 W Snow AveOutdoor shopping mall with great shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars!
International Plaza and Bay Street
2223 N Westshore Blvd