Florida has some of the best food in America. Every year, tourists flock to Tampa to check out the beach, and, of course, dine! This is a compilation of my top 10 restaurants Tampa, Florida. This guide ensures that your dining experience in Tampa will be one you will not forget!
Bern’s Steak House
This upscale steak house is kind of pricey but well worth the money. Some dishes include beef tips and chopped steak. Dress code is business casual (that means no jeans, sneakers, or shorts). It is open Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to10: 30pm and Saturday from 5pm to 11pm. The location is 1208 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33606 and the phone number is (813) 251-2421.
Mise En Place
This beautiful restaurant has lovely food and prices ranging from $18 to $32 for main dishes. One of my favorites is the Grainy Mustard Pecan Crusted Rack of Lamb, which just so happens to be the most expensive dish on the menu. They have a wonderful wine list and dress code is business casual. Dinner hours are Tuesday to Thursday from 5:30 to 10pm and Friday to Saturday from 5:30 to 11pm. Mise En Place is located at 442 West Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 110, Tampa, Florida 33606 and the phone number is (813) 254-5373.
The Colonnade
This seafood restaurant has some fantastic dishes such as Coconut Fried Shrimp and Whole Mountain Rainbow Trout. Prices are reasonable and dress code is casual. They are open from Sunday to Thursday 11am to 10pm and Friday to Saturday 11am to 11pm. The address is 3401 Bayshoe Boulevard, Tampa, Florida 33629 and the phone number is 813-839-7558.
Steak and Ale
This lovely steak house is a little pricey but their Bourbon Street New York Strip and Burgundy Mushrooms are to die for! Dress code is business casual, but call for business hours. The address is 204 North Westshoe Boulevard, Tampa, Florida 33609 and the phone number is (813) 281-2300.
Timpano Italian Chop House
This restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere complete with a baby grand piano. The menu includes Veal Piccatta and Chicken Marsala. The prices on the menu range from $15 to $30. Dress code is business casual. The address is 1610 West Swann Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33606 and the phone number is (813) 254-5870.
Bahama Breeze
This laid back establishment embodies Florida’s calming simplicity. There’s no set dress code and dishes include Jamaican Grilled Chicken Wings and Creole Baked Goat Cheese. Prices are low and reservations are not required. They have a website (www.bahamabreeze.com) and their address is 3045 North Rocky Point Drive East, Tampa, Florida 33607. To call for more information, the phone number is (813) 289-7922.
First Choice Southern Barbeque
This inexpensive, casual restaurant has awesome food at an awesomely low price! The most expensive meal on the menu is a slab of ribs for $18.95 but most meals cost about $6. The address is 10113 Adam Drive, Tampa, Florida 33619 and the phone number is (813) 621-7434.
Palm Restaurant
This classy restaurant provides wonderful food. Some items on the menu include lobster and aged USDA prime steaks. The dress code is pretty formal and prices for the food can be as high $86. Reservations are recommended and can be placed through their website, www.thepalm.com. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to10pm, Friday from 11:30am to 11pm, Saturday from 5pm to 11pm, and Sunday from 4pm-9pm. The address is 205 Westshoe Place, Tampa, Florida 33609 and the phone number is (813) 849-7256.
Arigato Japanese Steak House
This Japanese restaurant has reasonable prices and a hibachi grill. Prices range from $4 to $26 and the dress code is casual. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 5pm to 10pm and Sunday from 4pm to 9pm. The address is 13755 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, Florida 33618 and the phone number (813) 960-5050.
La Teresita Restaurant
This Cuban restaurant has delicious food and excellent service. Dress code is casual and prices are inexpensive. Reservations are not necessary because this restaurant is not open on the weekends. The hours are Monday through Thursday from 7am-10pm. The address is 3246 West Columbus Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607 and the phone number is (813) 879-4909.
