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A photo of Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City restaurant
1. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City
4.7
Exceptional(17601)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Tampa
Booked 213 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.
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2. Ulele
4.8
Exceptional(14826)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 237 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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3. Timpano Hyde Park
4.5
Awesome(3703)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tampa
Booked 92 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.
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4. Barterhouse - Ybor
4.0
Excellent(671)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 4 times today
Dubbed the Historic Districts "Show Stopper," Barterhouse Ybor, offers inventive American cuisine like a twist on Ybor's own Deviled Crab Chilua, house made pastas and prime beef & chops. The bar is equally dedicated to premium ingredients crafting cocktails in this elevated-yet-cozy environment. Highly acclaimed Executive Chef Estabon Chacon leads the experience from the stunning open chef’s kitchen.The Southeast farm community is the heart of Barterhouse, following our sister restaurant in Charleston SC. Our philosophy surrounds the idea that not all ingredients are created equal, and if we eat good, we’re doing good, too. Don't miss this "show stopper" in Tampa's most historic district. We encourage you to lounge at our speakeasy-inspired bar, stocked with local brews, fine wine by the glass and classic 1940’s libations with a modern twist. Walk ins welcome, and bar menus begin at 4:30 pm. Large Format Dining, Corporate Gatherings, and Event Space available
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5. M Bird
4.4
Awesome(45)
Price: Moderate
• American • Tampa
Booked 41 times today
M.Bird is Tampa's premier rooftop destination perched high above historic Armature Works.
A photo of Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center restaurant
6. Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center
4.5
Awesome(203)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • Tampa
Booked 42 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.
A photo of Armature Works - Courtyard restaurant
7. Armature Works - Courtyard
4.4
Awesome(4)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Tampa
Booked 4 times today
Nestled in the heart of Tampa's historic Heights District, Armature Works offers a vibrant and eclectic dining experience. With its open-air courtyard setting, lush greenery, and twinkling lights, the courtyard creates a romantic and inviting ambiance. The menu features a diverse selection of culinary delights, from all over the world. Each dish is prepared with the finest ingredients and a passion for culinary excellence. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends, the Courtyard provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable dining experience. If you would like Cocktail Service, please write "Cocktail Service" where it says "Add A Special Request."
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8. Madame Fortune Dessert + HiFi Parlour
4.3
Awesome(639)
Price: Expensive
• Caribbean • Tampa
Booked 11 times today
Welcome to Madame Fortune's Dessert +HiFi Parlour nestled in the heart of Tampa located in Historic Ybor City. Hidden in a secret passage of Roast Deli+Bakery, Madame Fortune's transports you to an intimate and charming dining experience. Named after an unsung pioneer of Tampa, Madame Fortune pays homage to the past with delectable food and classic cocktails. The cuisine has strong southern and West Indian influences and the cocktails will leave your palate bursting with citrus notes. Serving dinner and brunch (weekends) Madame Fortune is ideal for private events, birthdays, business meetings, girls night out or date night. For parties larger than 4 there is a two card maximum, we are 21 and up establishment, and there is a 20% gratuity added to all parties. We look forward to you dining with us soon!
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9. Renzo's - Carrollwood
4.1
Excellent(218)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 4 times today
Established in 2009, Renzo's is considered an institution in Tampa Bay. Our cuisine inspired by South America, is always evolving towards creative ways to prepare traditional dishes with new ingredients. Family owned, Chef Renzo Mezzorotolo has traveled across the world to curate the ultimate steakhouse experience. Dry-Aged Steaks and Wagyu Beef, Prime Seafood and a variety of dishes created to take you to a time when food was non-pretentious and a daily celebration. We hand-select & cut our beef daily to ensure the highest quality and flavor. Unique desserts made by our own bakery, creations you won't find anywhere else. We offered the largest collection of new world wines in Tampa Bay, with a large selection of historic Malbecs, California Cabernets, and many varietals that pair perfectly with our food.
A photo of 7th + Grove restaurant
10. 7th + Grove
4.1
Excellent(148)
Price: Expensive
• Soul food • Tampa
Booked 27 times today
Nestled in the heart of Tampa, Florida in the Ybor City Historic District lies restaurant/lounge concept 7th+Grove. For the comfort food connoisseur searching for fresh authentic taste with a down home flair 7th+ Grove delivers an elevated southern menu, warm ambiance, extraordinary service and creatively crafted cocktails. 7th+Grove is an inviting adult-friendly space ideal for schmoozing and celebrating the perfectly imperfect you.

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