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Driftlight Steakhouse, Tampa, FL

Driftlight Steakhouse

4.5
4.5
154 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
510 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
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 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–12:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Area
    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

  • Easter Brunch

    US$52.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch at Driftlight! Join us for a festive feast featuring classic breakfast items, alongside holiday brunch favorites such as Nueske spiral ham carving station, raw bar, and charcuterie. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for family gatherings and friendly get-togethers. Reserve your table today and experience the joy of Easter brunch with us!
    Easter Brunch photo
  • Mother's Day Brunch

    US$52.00 per person

    11 May 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful brunch at Driftlight! Join us for a festive feast featuring classic breakfast items, alongside holiday brunch favorites such as frittatas, a raw bar, and an amazing assortment of freshly baked breads and desserts. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a family celebration. Reserve your table today and experience the joy of Mother's Day brunch with us!
    Mother's Day Brunch photo

What 154 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Driftlight Steakhouse offers an upscale dining experience with "outstanding steaks" and "memorable" service. Patrons rave about the "perfectly cooked" dishes, especially the tomahawk steaks and ribeye. The ambience is "delightful" and "inviting," making it ideal for celebrations. Some diners noted higher prices, but the quality often justifies the cost.

154 Reviews
  1. Mickey VIP

    Atlanta19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is located in the JW Marriott. I had Salmon and my husband had the filet and the HUGE baked potato. All the food - and the martinis were excellent

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  2. leom VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding steaks, pricy but excellent quality. Tomahawk steaks perfectly cooked. Filet bone-in so good. Dry aged bone in rib eye was so tasty

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  3. Francis

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, ambience and service was memorable! We all enjoyed a perfectly cooked steak. Like other reviews, it's pricey and all al la carte. We would have liked to see a full entree for the price.

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  4. AngelaM

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came for my birthday and they placed us in a private room due to the large party size. The service was provided was fantastic. Will be coming back!

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  5. kristine

    Tampa12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were early diners, so the dining room was quiet. It was the best meal out I’ve had in a long time! We had the beet salad, branzino, fr onion soup and a filet! I was really pleased!5the cocktails were terrific too!

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  6. Michieva

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was phenomenal everything was cooked to perfection. Service was impeccable, our waiter checked in on us regularly. I was here for a conference and the restaurant was pretty busy, but they continued to provide excellent customer service.

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  7. John VIP

    Cleveland3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered my steak medium and it came out really rare. I sent it back and was still rare. Ruined my experience and everyone was fine eating when I got it back. I would expect an expensive steak house would know how to cook a steak. Huge dissatisfaction and would not recommend.
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded on 6 March 2025
    Dear John, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize that your recent dining experience at Driftlight did not meet the high standards we strive to uphold. We take great pride in providing both exceptional cuisine and luxurious service, and we genuinely regret that we fell short of your expectations. I have shared your comments with the relevant teams so we can address the areas of concern. We value your input and welcome the opportunity to discuss this further should you wish. If you would like to speak with us directly, please feel free to provide your preferred method of contact, and we will be more than happy to reach out. We look forward to welcoming you back to Driftlight soon, and we hope to exceed your expectations on your next visit.

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  8. James VIP

    Southwest Florida6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food was great. I will definitely go back

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  9. Todd VIP

    Tampa45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time at the restaurant. It was very nice. Service was extremely good. Wasn’t loud like most restaurants. The food was very good. Beat calamari I’ve had in a very long time. Steak was perfectly cooked and the brussel sprouts were delicious. I’m a sucker for key lime pie and that finished off the meal. I will certainly be coming back.

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  10. Christina VIP

    Tampa24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s okay not overwhelming. Bread came out frozen in the middle. They replaced and charged us $15.00 for 4 rolls. The issue is Tampa has so many fabulous restaurants. They need to have an A+ game to be competitive. Don’t recommend. 2 couples we split our entree, had a bottle of wine 150. 2 cocktails each bill over 600 dollars.
    Driftlight SteakhouseResponded on 27 February 2025
    Dear Christina, Thank you for sharing such a detailed account of your experience at Driftlight. We sincerely apologize that your time with us did not meet the high standards we strive to uphold. Please know that I have informed the relevant teams about the issues you raised, and we are actively working to address them. If you would like to provide further feedback or discuss your experience in more detail, we would greatly appreciate the opportunity. Please feel free to share your preferred contact method, and we will reach out accordingly. We hope to have the privilege of welcoming you back to Driftlight in the near future, and ensuring your next stay is nothing short of exceptional.

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FAQs

Driftlight Steakhouse is rated 4.5 stars by 154 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Driftlight Steakhouse

510 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Water Street & Florida Avenue
  • Area
    Tampa
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 06:30–12:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • 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
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