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1. Ulele
4.8
Exceptional(14415)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 174 times today
Ulele (pronounced you-lay-lee) celebrates the vibrant fusion of ingredients from Florida waters and land once home to many Native Americans, including the legendary young princess Ulele. Located on the Hillsborough River in Tampa Heights, 400 yards from the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Indoor and outdoor waterfront dining. Lunch and dinner daily. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.Featuring intricately flavored, visually appealing dishes prepared on our 10' round barbacoa grill.Ulele operates in the lovingly re-imagined 1903 Tampa Heights Water Works building, which also includes its Ulele Spring Brewery to provide a number of craft beers on tap. Next door to Water Works Park. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the indoor dining rooms.
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2. Barterhouse - Ybor
4.4
Awesome(637)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tampa
Booked 30 times today
Dubbed the Historic Districts "Show Stopper," Barterhouse Ybor, offers inventive American cuisine like a twist on Ybor's own Deviled Crab Chilua, house made pastas and prime beef & chops. The bar is equally dedicated to premium ingredients crafting cocktails in this elevated-yet-cozy environment. Highly acclaimed Executive Chef Estabon Chacon leads the experience from the stunning open chef’s kitchen.The Southeast farm community is the heart of Barterhouse, following our sister restaurant in Charleston SC. Our philosophy surrounds the idea that not all ingredients are created equal, and if we eat good, we’re doing good, too. Don't miss this "show stopper" in Tampa's most historic district. We encourage you to lounge at our speakeasy-inspired bar, stocked with local brews, fine wine by the glass and classic 1940’s libations with a modern twist. Walk ins welcome, and bar menus begin at 4:30 pm. Large Format Dining, Corporate Gatherings, and Event Space available
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3. Lilac
4.8
Exceptional(596)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Tampa
Booked 13 times today
Lilac is a modern Mediterranean restaurant helmed by Michelin-starred chef and California native, John Fraser. Lilac exclusively offers a 4-course prix fixe menu featuring signature elements of Chef Fraser's mastery of Mediterranean cuisine explored through the lens of Floridian coastal produce. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, the dining room’s walnut flooring and the warm glow from the pendant globes create an elevated, convivial space focused around an eight-seat Christian Liaigre chef’s counter in sandblasted walnut and a lively open kitchen. Taking its cues from Fraser’s Greek heritage and his admiration of Turkish cuisine, Lilac’s balanced menu is a celebration of the chef’s vegetable-forward philosophy using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
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4. On Swann
new
4.7
Exceptional(577)
Price: Moderate
• American • Tampa
Booked 54 times today
Opened May 29, 2016 located in the Hyde Park Village, Tampa FL. The interior reflects the hip sensibilities of the surrounding area while also paying tribute to Tampa's storied past. The Bar & Restaurant offers the choice to observe the art of cooking as it occurs in the open-kitchen dining room. A destination for Contemporary American cuisine that features a seasonal menu with local flair
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5. Driftlight Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(86)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 20 times today
Inspired by the lighted bridges of Tampa, the restaurant offers a bold backdrop for long conversations and luxuriant dinners, connecting visitors to the region and to each other. The menu features chef-selected land and sea dishes driven by regional ingredients, paired with a collection of wines and champagnes from around the world. Other handcrafted drinks offer new interpretations of classic cocktails, setting the scene for a fresh yet familiar destination.
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6. Rome + Fig
4.4
Awesome(241)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Tampa
Booked 4 times today
Nestled in the heart of Tampa’s North Hyde Park, our restaurant honors the art of personal connection while enjoying unique culinary experiences. We’re proud to be owner and chef led, infusing more than 20 years of industry knowledge and service into every globally inspired meal.As our guest, you’ll be welcomed into a warm atmosphere by a team that can’t wait to meet you. You’ll dine with the people you love most over elevated classics with a modern twist. Coastal chic accents, an intimate view of our open-kitchen and hand-curated vintage community table will tell the story of our latest adventures, as you casually exchange stories of your own. We hope for Rome + Fig to serve as your new home away from home.

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  • Caroline
    Miami - Dade •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a great experience tonight. We had somebody celebrating their birthday and they made it very special with complementary champagne, toast, a birthday card and even a special birthday menu. I would highly recommend on Swan for a romantic and comfortable ambience.
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    On SwannPrice: Moderate• American• Tampa
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    4.7
  • Karen
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our first visit to Ulele. We were celebrating our anniversary. Service was attentive and helpful. We LOVED the chili and the jalepeno corn muffins!! I had a wonderful entree of Grouper and my husband ordered meatloaf. His meatloaf was barely warm and was the one downside to the meal. Overall, a good experience and a lovely location in Tampa.
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    UlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4.8
  • Stevevip
    Tampa / Central Florida West •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our experience there tonight was perfect as always.We have been here a few times and we are so impressed with everything.The service and food is incredible.You can truly see the amount of pride that everyone has in their work .Thanks again!
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    LilacPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Tampa
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    4.8
  • Rhonda
    Orlando / Central Florida East •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Cozy Ybor restaurant. Nice holiday touches. Tapas and dessert were good. Dumplings needed some extra to give it pizzaz. Chocolate mousse tasty. Chef/owner visited the table, nice guy.
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    Barterhouse - YborPrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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    4.4
  • Jamesvip
    Tampa / Central Florida West •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Driftlight is the unsung hero of Channelside area restaurants. Having the quality of a good steakhouse, this restaurant is on the first floor of the JW Marriott. Less expensive than some of the area’s other fine dining establishments, we still hope that as our economy improves, we’ll see some dining cost reductions. But in the meantime, we love Driftlight and the great staff. We’ll be back soon!
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    Driftlight SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Tampa
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    4.7

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