15 Best Dive Bars in Tampa

“Excellent place!!! Great atmosphere!! Service is fantastic, especially Nic!!“

“Came here after a few years of avoiding this bar due to bad service, but Jeff totally changed my mind about this bar. He was so nice and welcoming and accommodating. As a Tampa native, I’m so happy to have met him and experienced this bar for a second time. I’ll definitely return. Jeff deserves a raise (; *hint hint*“

“Love everybody! Such a good and positive vibe always!“

“I’ve rode by here & thought to check it out just never got around to it until today… I made time since I was in the area. When I saw they had food I was like yessss, I’m going! Gina greeted me with a warm down home smile, making me feel comfy immediately. I ordered the southwest turkey sandwich…absolutely divine!! The turkey is plentiful & everything tasted fresh & delicious! Prices are still reasonable & it definitely feels like a locals gem… I will definitely return & they stay open late. Only con is: there’s a slight smell in the place just smells like old building & pipes. 🥴 Ask for Gina when you go!! 🤗“

“Huge shrimp and fish portion, everything was made to order. Would eat there again.“

“Liquor Depot has one of the best selections in town at all 5 locations, but their waters location is next level when it comes to bourbons! Definitely go there for dibs on things you can't find anywhere else!! Two locations have bars attached on FLORIDA AVE is PIX LOUNGE and ARMENIA AVE has JOYBAR, one of the only Christmas bars around with karaoke, comedy, literally the BEST bartenders ever. I love liquor depot and I ONLY shop with them.“

“fist time going, I'll go back nice friendly atmosphere,“

“The best Fun and old school“

“Best dive bar, great service and friendly people! Highly recommend“

“I love this bar! Everyone is so nice and they all have a great sense of humor!“

“Best Bar ever!!! Employees are very friendly and welcoming!! My fiancé and I are already planning our trip back to Tampa Bay!! We can't wait to come back and visit Rachel at the Hole in the Wall!!!!“

“A real BAR“

“I couldn’t wait to get To Tiny Tap tavern in Hyde Park. It’s the kind of place that everyone will feel comfortable in, especially with Michelle as the bartender. She told me all the history of Tiny Tap Tavern. Cheap beer, 50 cent pool, what else is their in this world? Oh, forget, WiFi too.“

“On 2/28/25 I was confronted by a giant man who was apparently the sentry. He was frisking each person before admittance. Although I had mixed feelings about this, his open hostility when I suggested that they may have had some trouble there made me feel unwelcome, if not physically threatened. Once inside, everybody was nice. This was my first visit.I don't expect to return.“

“Love coming here with my friends, the bartender Victoria is so so sweet and sells the best tasting shots“