Tapas Restaurants in Tampa, FL

“Found this neat little place for drinks and a quick bite to eat while waiting to check into our room in the SoHo area. Great vibe and the food was fantastic! Happy Hour menu had a good selection of Tapas and drinks and was very reasonably priced. The bartenders were very personable.“

“We spent New Years Eve at Julian's Restaurant and it was PERFECT! The food was delicious and there was live music playing soft jazz style. We had 5 adults, a teen and 3 children (one of which is special needs) in our party and the ambience suited us all. The service was impeccable and we can't think of a better place we could've rang in the new year. Highly recommend!“

“This place was so delicious, we came in twice in one week. So impressed with the quality of food and the ambiance. I have been a fan of Bern's Steak House since 2015, however, we have never eaten at their sister restaurant. Last week was our 1st time visiting Haven. It was our son's birthday and we decided to try this restaurant featuring New American small plates, wine & cocktails as per recommendation of my friend. Tuna Sashimi, Hamachi Sashimi, Shaved Beef Taco, Seared Foie Gras, Cheese platter and Coal Grilled Octopus as appetizers were all 10/10. As for the main course we opted in for Glacier 51 Sea Bass (O.M.G.), Arctic Char, 8oz Filet Mignon (perfectly trimmed) and 10 oz Dry-Aged Strip. Drinks, 'Margarita', 'Lemon Drop' and 'Moscow Mule', were good as well with the exception of the 'Duck Duck Jeep' (it was an odd one). We did not try their desserts (both times) as 1st time visiting we brought a cake for our son's birthday, however, we were never super impressed with Berns' dessert room. I know it may sound weird to many as they are known for their desserts, but truthfully, we have had desserts at other local restaurants that we prefer over Berns'. Service by Madeline K. was on point, however, she accidentally forgot to place the main course item for our birthday boy, so he ended up getting his filet about 15 minutes after everyone else received their meals. It did not spoil our night as she brought out the cake with large candle with sparkles and it was fantastic! Our son was so surprised and I was able to capture some awesome pictures of him with his cake and candles. Overall an excellent experience by everyone: valet guy, bussers, food runners, hostesses and the wait staff. We also appreciated the fact that we were seated at a larger table/couch with brighter lights vs more of a romantic, darker tables. Our second time we requested to sit outside which was nice as it was a pleasant evening. Haven's tacos are my husband's favorite in Tampa and we ordered 16 of them that night. If you are not up to dressing up in your best outfits, but would like a nice quality meal, Haven is your spot!“

“I wrapped up an informal walking tour of Ybor with two friends by hopping on the free TECO trolley and riding over to Beacon, finishing the night at the rooftop bar. It was the perfect finale to an evening of food and drink, with a tremendous view and a beautifully made cocktail. Even on a Thursday night there was still space, and we were seated at an excellent table right by the railing.

Benergy was our server and he was outstanding. He struck the right balance of attentiveness and easy confidence, offering thoughtful recommendations that showed he really knows this menu and has spent time with the drinks. His guidance helped us land on exactly the right choices to close out the evening.

I ordered a mezcal cocktail that was delicious, strong, and wonderfully balanced. I couldn't tell you what it was called, but I did manage to get a picture before settling in with it.

Beacon is a true pleasure on a clear night. Sunset would have been ideal, but in January the sun is long gone by the time you arrive, leaving the Tampa skyline glowing like a constellation. It's a memorable way to end a night in Ybor.“

“Absolutely enjoyed my visit. Very subtle environment; every staff member was welcoming and attentive. Wait times are almost non existent. I love it; will be back again“

“Absolutely amazing place for an assortment of wines and incredible food. Everything we tried was out-of-this-world! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️“

“Water+flour is an absolute gem! We’ve been coming here for years and recently it’s become our favorite place to eat consistently. Every time we go eat here no matter the time of day we are in awe of the great service and the delicious food. The atmosphere is always so relaxing even when they’re busy it’s enjoyable , adding to the overall experience. We most recently went to celebrate my birthday and our server was Megan she was seriously amazing and made it feel like such a special experience! All of the servers are attentive and we’ve never had a bad experience which is why we continue to come back! They have a great group of people working there and you can see their manager France cares about her employees and the establishment!!“

“Súper recomendado !! Excelente servicio y la comida muy muy buena .. tanto los entrantes como el plato principal y ni hablar del postre !! Volveremos pronto 😉..“

“Very authentic looking Japanese Izakaya. Good food and drink also.“

“This is my FAVORITE restaurant in Tampa hands down. If I could give it 1000 stars I would. The fish is fresh from Japan, the deals are amazing, it’s just a one of a kind stellar place. Usually places like these might lack in service but nope, i’ve always had amazing service so matter how busy they are. Amazing 100/10, I’ll never stop returning . Slay the house“

“Best bar in all of Tampa. Bartenders and staff treat you like family. The food is unlike any other regular bar food. Yes it’s bar food, but it’s bar food with a palate. The chef here always goes above and beyond on their dishes. You also have to try their weekly specials 🤤 10/10 great place for a quick date, or to come hangout with friends, any day of the week 🤙🏽“

“Awesome place.. extremely responsible prices.. great menu..“

“Was here New Year's Eve with the family. The service was awesome and very attentive. Was glad my daughter talked us into trying the apple pie dessert - it was unbelievable. Definitely a must try if you are in the area or staying at the hotel!“

“I just want to highlight Lauren. She handled a situation very well. She was very professional and she is to be commended. Thank you again Lauren .“

“Honestly, it was one of the best airport burgers I have ever had. It was fresh, it was hot the tater tots were well done. I couldn't have asked for anything more. The drinks were extremely tasty also. I want to fly more so I can go to this restaurant again!“

“Cute spot with a beautiful view of Tampa. The cocktails were delicious, and the service was perfect! Good environment good music“

“We had a great first time visit at Bouzy. All the staff was great, we had Kenzie as a server and she did a great job getting us our food ordered so we could rush off to our next meeting. The food was delicious! The saffron sauce with the chicken, the aioli and citrus salad was fantastic. And the NY strip tender and perfectly cooked medium. Thank You Kenzie and Bouzy!“

“My team booked this hotel for a work trip and it happened to also be Gasparilla weekend. Despite overwhelming conditions with the partying associated with Gasparilla everyone working at this hotel was Fantastic and helpful. Puma at the front desk was exceptionally helpful with all of our requests. The valet team was very helpful as well. My only complaint is the lack of storage in my room but I think that’s just part of staying at an Aloft. The location is perfect too! Right on the riverwalk.“

“Very cool experience. The food is good and the drinks are amazing! Staff is top notch.“

“Sal Y Mar exceeded my expectations. Our server Brody F. was attentive and helped with our food and drink options. Food and cocktails were awesome and I loved it!“