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1. Flor Fina
4.3
Awesome(747)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Tampa
Booked 14 times today
Like Ybor City, Flor Fina is a place where cultures and people come together for a culinary experience full of local stories and global inspiration.From the coastal cuisines of Latin America, the Mediterranean, and our very own Gulf Coast, you’ll find the heat of our live-fire grill and an ever-evolving rotation of ceviches. A welcoming escape, Flor Fina is crowned by the warming glow of the bar’s golden-hued ceiling, ample spaces to lounge, and an expansive array of cocktails crafted to inspire long, rum-soaked conversations.
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2. Barterhouse - Ybor
4.0
Excellent(671)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 5 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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3. Acropolis Greek Taverna - Ybor City
4.6
Exceptional(337)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Ybor City
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to Acropolis Greek Taverna, the top Greek restaurant in Tampa, just minutes from Downtown Tampa, Amalie Arena, and the Hard Rock Casino. We offer a modern take on Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, using only the freshest ingredients to create flavorful dishes that highlight the essence of the Mediterranean. Our drink menu features craft cocktails and a variety of wines to complement your meal, including our homemade desserts.Join us every weekend for Zorba dancing, exciting plate-breaking, and captivating belly dancing performances. Acropolis Greek Taverna is the perfect spot for gathering with friends or family, or simply enjoying a memorable night out. Whether you’re here for a casual meal or a special celebration, we deliver a unique dining experience that makes us the absolute best Greek restaurant in Tampa.
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4. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City
4.7
Exceptional(17607)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Tampa
Booked 228 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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5. Ulele
4.8
Exceptional(14827)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 233 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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6. Predalina
4.6
Exceptional(334)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Tampa
Booked 57 times today
Located on Water Street near Tampa’s original bustling docks, and at an arm’s reach from Tampa’s waterfront, the vibrantly energetic atmosphere of Predalina highlights the best of the Mediterranean region’s seafood offerings. At Predalina, the promise of a delicious meal, and an unforgettable drink, always beckons, any day of the week, and for any occasion. Predalina brings a full-service restaurant and shoppable dining experience to Water Street. Enjoy weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks in the restaurant’s dining room, on the two patios, and at the expansive bar. At Predalina, you will not only savor the moment, but you can take the memories with you.
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7. Boulon Brasserie
4.7
Exceptional(1501)
Price: Expensive
• French • Tampa
Booked 119 times today
Boulon Brasserie is an elegant dining experience featuring modern interpretations of French classics, a vibrant atmosphere and truly genuine hospitality.
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8. Casa Santo Stefano
4.8
Exceptional(3763)
Price: Moderate
• Sicilian • Ybor City
Booked 48 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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9. Meat Market Tampa
4.6
Exceptional(4170)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 147 times today
Meat Market is a modern American Steak House with a glamorous, upbeat vibe—and truly unique in Florida. Meat Market features the posh Crudo Bar—an outdoor lounge featuring an eclectic, sumptuous raw bar with staples such as: fresh oysters and indigenous seafood—offering our diners a raw bar experience unlike anything in town. World renowned Executive Chef Sean Brasel has created a menu that embraces the staples of a classic steakhouse – a variety of prime cuts, amazing sides and appetizers, top notch wine list – by infusing it all with an artful, contemporary spin. Enjoy daily happy hour from 4-7PM with dinner starting at 5PM, lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30AM - 3:00PM, and weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11AM-3:30PM.
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10. Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center
4.5
Awesome(203)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • Tampa
Booked 36 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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  • OpenTable Diner
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Out door dining was situated within sight of Riverwalk and beautifully landscaped. Great food and drink menus. Food was delicious and waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. Place had a real good vibe with customers of all ages. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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    UlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4.8
  • Samantha
    Nashville •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We travel to Tampa often and always visit Acropolis. Last year when we visited my husband’s food was bland which was disappointing because it was always delicious on each trip. On this trip we gave it another try and so glad we did. Food was flavorful, service was very good, and overall a good visit. I also love that there are options for me to order vegetarian. My husband ordered the gyros plate. I ordered a hummus platter with pita bread and an order of stuffed grape leaves. Very tasty!
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    Acropolis Greek Taverna - Ybor CityPrice: Moderate• Greek• Ybor City
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    4.6
  • LaurieT
    Maine •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    As alawsys the food was marvelous, the atmosphere amazing, and the service impeccable. We will continue to return to Columbia again and again.
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    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Tampa
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    4.7
  • KirkVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Hidden gem…I’m not sure why it took me so long to try barter house. Everything was top notch!
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    Barterhouse - YborPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4
  • OpenTable Diner
    Las Vegas •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Mar 2025
    Excellent food, cool cocktails, great service and good value.
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    Flor FinaPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Tampa
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    4.3

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