Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Brandon

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1. Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Brandon

4.6

Exceptional(2335)

Price: Moderate

• American • Brandon

Booked 34 times today

Stonewood Grill & Tavern offers a complete dining experience for both your eyes and your palate. You don’t want to have just another ordinary night out — so tonight, make it extraordinary! We oak-grill each steak to lock in its juices and enhance its natural flavors. Plus, only the freshest seafood has the honor of being prepared by one of Stonewood’s gourmet chefs. Adding our innovative wine list featuring rare selections and exceptional pairings makes Stonewood a great place for couples, friends, and coworkers, for date night, happy hour, special occasions, and holiday parties. So the next time you’re looking for the perfect night out, come to Stonewood Grill & Tavern.

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2. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.8

Exceptional(17186)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Tampa

Booked 276 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.

3. Timpano Hyde Park

4.4

Awesome(3571)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 121 times today

Nestled in the heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the warmth of an Italian kitchen during the day and the energy of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night. A rustic elegance surrounds you with the fresh decor and foliage, the lively music, and the menu featuring comfort classics with a modern twist. Like any neighborhood kitchen in the Italian countryside, Timpano Hyde Park offers a seat for everyone in a warm and comfortable setting.

4. American Social Tampa

4.5

Awesome(2017)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 112 times today

Eat, Drink and Be Social.American Social is the place to eat, drink and be social. High-energy atmosphere. Award-winning menu. Live entertainment. Unique cocktails. Local beer and so much more. All in a space designed for electric, social experiences. Where conversations flow free and connections run deep. Where the stage is always set for having a good time. Located on Harbour Island, just across the Garrison Channel from downtown, AmSo Tampa is the perfect location to take in views of the Tampa skyline and enjoy the waterfront with good company and great food and drinks.

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5. Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi

4.5

Awesome(5020)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 68 times today

Within walking distance from the Amalie Arena, Tampa's Convention Center and Tampa's Downtown Riverwalk, Jackson’s unequivocal dining experience has been a staple for locals and visitors alike for over twenty years. Located in beautiful Harbor Island, right on the water you can enjoy premium handcrafted cocktails accompanied with chef inspired local cuisine all while enjoying a breathtaking view of Downtown Tampa. Big enough for your next business party yet intimate enough to share any of your special occasions, no matter the occasion Jackson's is the perfect venue to celebrate. If your desired reservation time is not available, please call us at (813) 277-0112. Our staff will do their best to accommodate your requests.

6. CW's Gin Joint

4.8

Exceptional(1231)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 27 times today

CW's Gin Joint is a neighborhood gem with a unique charm. It's a place that 'never disappoints', with 'amazing food' and 'fun and yummy' cocktails. Reviewers consistently praise the ambiance, describing it as 'classy', 'elegant', and 'romantic'. The service is 'impeccable', and the atmosphere is 'sophisticated' and 'elegant'. With live music, an intimate setting, and a menu that's 'imaginative' and 'creative', it's no wonder this spot is a favorite in Tampa.

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7. Casa Santo Stefano

4.8

Exceptional(3621)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Ybor City

Booked 63 times today

Benvenuti! Casa Santo Stefano is a Sicilian restaurant from the Gonzmart family, owners of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants. The lunch and dinner menus feature maccheroni (pasta), steaks, seafood, scacciata, salads, soups, desserts and hundreds of Sicilian wines. Curbside takeout is available by calling the main phone number. The rooftop Santo's Drinkeria also is open. Housed in a beautifully re-imagined former 1925 Ybor City macaroni factory, the restaurant is a look back to Sunday suppers, simpler times and shared stories.Dress code: Casa Santo Stefano often is visited for celebrations and special occasion meals, so it is common for our guests to sport formal wear in the dining room. We welcome everyone, but politely ask that men wear sleeves at Casa Santo Stefano.

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8. Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center

4.5

Awesome(134)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Tampa

Booked 99 times today

Named "One of Florida's Top Restaurants" since 1967.The Columbia Café is located on the Tampa Riverwalk in the new Water Street neighborhood. We offer indoor and outdoor dining.Our Café indoor dining room is a piece of history in itself with an exact scaled replica of our original 1905 bar from our flagship restaurant in Ybor City. You will find our familiar historic photos of family and the restaurant throughout the years inside. The indoor dining room is surrounded by panoramic windows to offer you the amazing views.Or, relax outdoors on our waterfront, canopy-covered patio and bar with a pitcher of Spanish sangria or mojitos made tableside, overlooking the Tampa Riverwalk with amazing views of the Garrison Channel.Serving lunch & dinner daily.Located right across the Amalie Arena and within a 5-minute walk from the Tampa Convention Center, Marriott Waterside, JW Marriott Waterside and Embassy Suites.

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9. Small Giant Restaurant & Bar

3.9

Excellent(57)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tampa

Booked 16 times today

Small Giant is a friendly neighborhood bar with a heart for elevated comfort food and Columbus-style pizza. Located on Water Street, Tampa.

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10. Oggi Italian - Davis Islands

4.5

Awesome(979)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 31 times today

Oggi Italian is a beloved neighborhood gem in Tampa, known for its authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the restaurant's cozy ambiance, excellent food quality, and friendly staff. One reviewer even calls it a 'local gem' and a 'hidden gem'. It's a place where you're treated like family and can't go wrong with any of the dishes.

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Don
Tampa / Central Florida West •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great Christmas meal. Three of us enjoyed an appetizer, the 1905 tableside salad, and entrees. Two had fish - both were delicious. The only disappointment was the special Christmas dinner pork meal, which was dry and barely lukewarm as if it had been sitting waiting for the others. The service was stellar - friendly, informative, knowledgeable, timely, but allowed us to enjoy the experience over a period of time without feeling rushed even though the place was jam packed.
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Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Tampa
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4.8
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Cathy
Central Kentucky •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We sat outside and staff turned on a heater near us. The meals were excellent and the service was wonderful. First time and will definitely be returning!
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American Social TampaPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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4.5
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CarolVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great Christmas Eve dinner, which has become a tradition for us now with just the 2 of us in the area. Busy restaurant but service was great and the food excellent and hot.
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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - BrandonPrice: Moderate• American• Brandon
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4.6
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RyneVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife and I stopped by this gem for a Christmas Eve brunch. Borderline breathtaking experience! Everything from the holiday cocktails to the house made pasta was unbelievable. Alex, an absolute legend, provided unparalleled hospitality while connecting with his guests at the same time. Highly recommend this Italian restaurant in Hyde Park, you won’t regret it!
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Timpano Hyde ParkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tampa
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4.4
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RainaVIP
Orange County •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great dinner! The filet was perfection, as were the sides and apps. The service by Selena was truly wonderful! A little loud in the lounge but the musician was great.
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Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa FlagshipPrice: Expensive• Steak• Tampa
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4.7

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Brandon

2. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

3. Timpano Hyde Park

4. American Social Tampa

5. Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi

6. CW's Gin Joint

7. Casa Santo Stefano

8. Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center

9. Small Giant Restaurant & Bar

10. Oggi Italian - Davis Islands

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