Tapas Restaurants in Tampa, FL

“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!“

“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.“

“Very underrated hidden gem in Tampa. As always the Sea Bass is my go-to The burger is also very good. My Grandpa ordered scallops and he liked it and tried the key lime pie which we all thought was good. We were set up at a table overlooking the pool and over the water which is nice as well. The restaurant is modern, aesthetic and clean.“

“So so good! Just go! 🙌🏻💕🥰“

“This is such a nice spot. Food was fresh and delicious. Drinks were amazing. My friend lost her card and the staff was looking all over for it. They even offered to take her number in case it turned up. Excellent service. Great vibe for date night or chill night with friends.“

“This place is pricey - so if you're not looking for that, I wouldn't recommend this place to you, but we gad a great time here. We didn't order food, only drinks here but the view was nice, the music was great & the service was good. They had very interesting drinks that sound gross when you read them but I appreciated how unique the combinations were that showed creativity & tasted just fine.“

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

“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!!“

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

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

“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“

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

“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 🤙🏽“

“Gabriella’s was a wonderful surprise. The food was amazing but the mixologist was the best! She was cheerful and could mix up any drink you could dream of! Delicious and refreshing. Highly recommended!! The entire staff was wonderful.“

“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!“

“Great spot to come by for excellent food and friendly staff. The bartender Farra makes the best Old Fashioned“

“Stopped by for drinks, they were delicious. Great atmosphere, friendly crew working the bar. Will definitely stop by again for lunch. Menu looked great, prices were even better. *****“

“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!“

“Swanky Speak Easy bar hidden behind the bagel shop Sesame. The atmosphere is super romantic and has that high-end cocktail bar vibe that South Tampa is known for. Reservations are needed, and it's very rare to just walk in for a table. The drinks are pricey, but the quality is there for a well crafted cocktail. Service is amazing, but know this is a late night spot, so it gets busier as the evening goes on. This is perfect for a romantic date night or to grab a night cap after dinner.“

“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!“