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4.6
Exceptional(3957)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 165 times today
Meat Market is a modern American Steak House with a glamorous, upbeat vibe—and truly unique in Florida. Meat Market features the posh Crudo Bar—an outdoor lounge featuring an eclectic, sumptuous raw bar with staples such as: fresh oysters and indigenous seafood—offering our diners a raw bar experience unlike anything in town. World renowned Executive Chef Sean Brasel has created a menu that embraces the staples of a classic steakhouse – a variety of prime cuts, amazing sides and appetizers, top notch wine list – by infusing it all with an artful, contemporary spin.
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4.4
Awesome(3555)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tampa
Booked 124 times today
Nestled in the heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the warmth of an Italian kitchen during the day and the energy of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night. A rustic elegance surrounds you with the fresh decor and foliage, the lively music, and the menu featuring comfort classics with a modern twist. Like any neighborhood kitchen in the Italian countryside, Timpano Hyde Park offers a seat for everyone in a warm and comfortable setting.
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4.5
Awesome(2011)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 84 times today
Eat, Drink and Be Social.American Social is the place to eat, drink and be social. High-energy atmosphere. Award-winning menu. Live entertainment. Unique cocktails. Local beer and so much more. All in a space designed for electric, social experiences. Where conversations flow free and connections run deep. Where the stage is always set for having a good time. Located on Harbour Island, just across the Garrison Channel from downtown, AmSo Tampa is the perfect location to take in views of the Tampa skyline and enjoy the waterfront with good company and great food and drinks.
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4.8
Exceptional(2486)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 28 times today
Haven features Executive Chef Chad Johnson We are a modern cuisine served in a stylish, relaxed, and casual atmosphere. Haven offers guests the ability to taste different flavors and textures created in a crafted, cultured and cellared atmosphere.
A photo of Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa Flagship restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3239)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Tampa
Booked 150 times today
Discover Fleming's in Tampa, located on the corner of Boy Scout Boulevard and Lois Avenue, directly across from the International Plaza, where you'll find exceptional USDA Prime steaks, storied wines and stellar service. Whether you're marking a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply savoring a night out, our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio provide a memorable setting. Explore our Dinner Menu with seven different steak cuts, best-in-class seafood and innovative vegetarian options. Join us for our Social Hour Menu Sunday through Thursday 4PM to 6PM with shareable bar bites and $9 handcrafted cocktails.Planning an event? Explore our Events & Catering Menu for a variety of options, both in our restaurant and off-site.
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4.8
Exceptional(17154)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Tampa
Booked 183 times today
The Columbia is Florida’s Oldest RestaurantSM, founded in Tampa's historic Ybor City in 1905. Family-owned and operated for 119 years, the restaurant has earned acclaim for old-world charm as well as for its award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine and wine list.Open 365 days a year, including all holidays and serving lunch and dinner daily.Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Experience the Fire of Flamenco! Flamenco Dance Shows: There is an $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12.Monday through Thursday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday dinner reservations for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. and for the 9:30 p.m. show, seatings are at 8:30 or 9 p.m. Reservations for dinner and the show are required. Please call the restaurant to check availability for reservations.Please call 813.248.4961 for flamenco show reservations.
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4.9
Exceptional(11016)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Tampa
Booked 124 times today
Located at International Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. *Gratuity is automatically added to parties of 6 or more*
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4.8
Exceptional(1231)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Tampa
Booked 22 times today
CW's Gin Joint in Tampa is a go-to spot for special occasions. The 'speakeasy' style vibe is not just a catch, it's a treat. The place is dripping with ambiance and serves up some of the best craft cocktails around. It's the perfect place for an intimate date night or a gathering with friends. As one reviewer put it, 'Great ambiance, very good service, delicious food, we had a great time, thank you.' So, whether you're looking for a romantic evening or a fun night out with friends, CW's Gin Joint is your spot.
A photo of Charley's Steak House-Tampa, FL restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(9849)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 121 times today
Charley's Steak House is owned by the Woodsby family and has operated in Florida since 1974. Charley’s serves only three-year-old USDA prime and choice Angus steers, aging them four to six weeks for tenderness & flavor and hand-cutting the steaks daily to ensure consistent quality. The steaks are then flame-broiled over Florida citrus and oak wood in a custom-built pit at 1200º searing in the tantalizing taste that has made Charley’s the #1 steakhouse in America every year since 2007! Charley’s philosophy of providing only the finest extends from the kitchen to the wine cellar. The wine list approaches 1000 selections from scores of exceptional wineries around the globe. Charley’s has been recognized with numerous awards including “Best of Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator magazine, DiRōNA and Orlando Magazine’s“ Best Steak House & Best Old Favorite”. Charley’s has been creating fans from around the world for nearly 40 years. We look forward to having you become a fan soon!
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4.8
Exceptional(821)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 68 times today
Union New American is a special place for special occasions. Customers consistently praise it for its stellar service, fantastic food and drinks, and romantic ambiance. Reviewers mentioned celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and even weddings there, with comments like 'thoughtful table decor to celebrate our anniversary' and 'the atmosphere for our birthday celebration'. The restaurant's unique fire-kissed dishes and extensive wine list are also noted for enhancing the dining experience.

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  • Josalyn
    Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I brought my husband for his birthday the ambiance was great. My server Kaylyn was amazing, her knowledge oft the menu exceeded my expectations Her so well recommendations were spot on and her attention to detail was spectacular. David the manager was great and very accomendating when their was a mild issue with my husbands steak. He turned the experience into a wonderful celebration of my husbands birthday. We definitely will return in the near future.
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    Fleming's Steakhouse - Tampa FlagshipPrice: Expensive• Steak• Tampa
    4.7
  • amy VIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great food! Great ambience! Wonderful service! We celebrated day two of my husband’s 30th party and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
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    Timpano Hyde ParkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tampa
    4.4
  • Jalyssa
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I took my husband here for his birthday and we had such a great time. The food was amazing. I picked this place due to the steak selection and it did not disappoint. My husband said all the cooks on the steak were perfect. The side dishes were very good portions and the service was top notch.
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    Meat Market TampaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Tampa
    4.6
  • Jeremy
    Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was tasty and creative. Cocktails were as well. Staff was attentive and personalized the experience for my wife’s birthday. This place is our favorite restaurant for their quality and tonight only further confirmed our feeling. Thank you!
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    HavenPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
    4.8
  • Michael
    Tampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    UPDATED as of 12/23/2024: This was one of my wife’s favorite restaurants, she loves the vibe - and the foods pretty good. However, this most recent experience was highly unfavorable and disappointing. To start, we were seated - then waited over 15 minutes for someone to walk up to our table, she took our drink orders… she then went to grab our server. I thought nothing of it, because we are so used to high caliber service here… so we looked past it. An hour goes by, and we have seen our waiter between 4 or 5 times. The other tables around us - their waiters were very present and visited their table every few minutes. We rarely order alcohol, but our drinks were not as great as we remembered. However, the food was incredible (awesome job to the kitchen)! I then was brought a Diet Coke, when I ordered a regular coke - so there were just mishaps all over the place (besides the kitchen). I then sat and waited over 20 minutes for our waiter to come back by so I could pay the bill. I ended up going to the hosts to ask for our waiter, and it still took longer than I thought it should for him to come to our table. I am typically a VERY generous tipper, and for the first time in over 10 years I tipped below 20%… my wife was utterly shocked - because she had never seen me tip that low. Things took a turn when I received a call from the manager because of a thumbs down on the survey as I paid the bill. She apologized profusely and stated would have a coaching with the gentleman serving our table. She truly understood how they fell below par, given our previous experiences there. She stated she would send me a gift card (via mail), and text me so I would have her contact and to let her know the next time my wife and I were coming. Update: My wife and I received the gift card in the mail, and will return very soon. Thank you American Social for making this right, I appreciate it.
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    American Social TampaPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
    4.5

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Tampa

Planning a special occasion in Tampa, Tampa / Central Florida West? Discover a selection of restaurants that cater specifically to making your celebrations memorable. Whether you're commemorating a birthday, anniversary, or any other milestone, these venues offer exquisite dining experiences with a focus on attentive service, unique ambiance, and exceptional cuisine. From modern American grills to intimate Italian eateries, each restaurant provides a setting that enhances every special moment. The dining scene in Tampa is vibrant and diverse, ensuring that every culinary preference and occasion is met with the highest standard of hospitality and quality. Enjoy creative menus, breathtaking views, and an atmosphere that truly honors your special day. These restaurants in Tampa are not just about dining; they are about creating lasting memories in the heart of Central Florida.

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