Driftlight Steakhouse

4.7

104 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Fancy
Good for special occasions
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 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 314-6611
Website
http://www.DriftlightTampa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Contact our restaurant sales team at 813-314-6650 to inquire about booking your next private event.

Location
510 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602
Neighborhood
Tampa
Cross street
Water Street & Florida Avenue
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve Supper Club
$185.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Reminisce on the memories of 2024 and toast to a wonderful new year, ahead at Driftlight Steakhouse. Join us for a 5-course dining experience and world class wine pairing alongside live entertainment.

What 104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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.

104 Reviews

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Elvi
Tampa
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent, and the atmosphere is delightful.
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Jessica
VIP
Chicago
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Amazing carrot cake! Happy to have eaten here.
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linda
VIP
Tampa
76 reviews
5.0
76 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
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!
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andrew
Key West
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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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Jen
VIP
Greater Boston
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 14, 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!
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James
VIP
Tampa
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 14, 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!
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LyneDAN
VIP
Montreal
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, great food, great service. Would definitely do it again.
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Eric
VIP
New York City
93 reviews
4.0
93 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very good salmon. Drinks are very tightly measured. Charge me for a glass and I’ll take a glass. Half a glass at full Price is BS. Good service, great bread.
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Darryl
Tampa
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Normal hotel dining. Nothing too impressive. The value was not there for the money we spent. The staff were very pleasant and made our anniversary night out worth it.
Driftlight SteakhouseResponded on December 10, 2024
Dear Darryl, Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we’re sorry to hear the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations, we’re happy to know our staff helped make your anniversary special. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and will take your comments into consideration as we work to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon.
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Daniel
VIP
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Valet awful but restaurant wonderful. Great food.
Driftlight SteakhouseResponded on December 10, 2024
Daniel, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Driftlight Steakhouse. We always strive to provide top-notch service and delicious food, and it's great to know we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon.
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FAQs

Driftlight Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 104 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

510 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

Cross street
Water Street & Florida Avenue
Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.DriftlightTampa.com/
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.

Driftlight Steakhouse

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve Supper Club

Menu

What 104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Driftlight Steakhouse restaurant rated?

Is Driftlight Steakhouse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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