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Ulele offers native-inspired riverfront dining. - Ulele, Tampa, FL
Award-winning

Ulele

4.8
4.8
14550 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 230 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Brewery
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 999-4952
  • Website
    http://www.ulele.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Patrick Quakenbush
  • Private party facilities
    Ulele has several areas for dining that may be used for business meetings, social affairs, wedding events, charity functions, etc. These include inside the restaurant or outside in the beer garden, on the upper patio deck and on the riverside lawn (tents available). Contact: Groups@Ulele.com
  • Private party contact
    Emily Johnston: (813) 513-2661
  • Location
    1810 N Highland Ave., Tampa, FL 33602
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Tampa
  • Cross Street
    Henderson Avenue or 7th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Ulele offers complimentary valet after 5 p.m. Fridays, lunch and dinner Saturdays and Sundays (with Ulele validation). There also is street parking near the restaurant, and a free private lot on Doyle Carlton Drive (southern extension of Highland) across from Water Works Park)
  • Public transit
    Complimentary valet after 5 p.m. Fridays, lunch and dinner Saturdays and Sundays (with Ulele validation). Street parking near the restaurant, and a free private lot (with Ulele validation) on Doyle Carlton Drive, the southern extension of Highland Ave. across from Water Works Park.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 14,550 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked

  • Tampa

    American

  • Tampa

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ulele consistently delivers an outstanding dining experience with its "amazing food," "friendly service," and picturesque riverfront setting. Guests rave about the "delicious charbroiled oysters," "diverse menu options," and "fantastic cocktails." While the vibrant atmosphere can be noisy, the restaurant's charm and quality make it a Tampa favorite.

14,550 Reviews

  1. Laura

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud. Next time I’d would specially ask for a table that does not overlook the kitchen. Noisy and you come out smelling like the kitchen.
    UleleResponded today
    Thanks for your feedback, Laura. Let us know next time and we'll move your seat.

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  2. Staci

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great meal, and the atmosphere was fun! Loved the braised short ribs and the seafood risotto! You must get the bourbon butter cake!
    UleleResponded today
    The bourbon butter cake is exquisite. So glad you ordered and enjoyed, Staci.

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  3. Frank

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was just ok, service was slow and restaurant wasn’t that busy.
    UleleResponded today
    Appreciate your feedback, Frank. If we were slow, that's on us.

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  4. huascar

    VIP

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was ok very packed so service and seating were slow. Food was ok at best
    UleleResponded today
    Thanks for your feedback, Huascar. New Year's week is our busiest time. Thanks for your patience. Not sure what you ordered, but please ask your server for ordering guidance next time. We love to pair appetites to our menu.

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  5. tracy

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and a very cool atmosphere, service was great at well.
    UleleResponded today
    Thank you for the 5 stars, Tracy.

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  6. Matthew

    VIP

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience again, Siena at the front made the night very special. 10/10

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  7. Jorge

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All main dishes and desserts were delicious. Appetizers not too much but were great. Totally recommend the drinks. Good place to spend NYE.
    UleleResponded today
    Thank you for your review. We hope your next visit is a 5-star experience, Jorge. Please ask our servers for appetizer guidance next time. We're honored you chose Ulele to send 2024 out with a bang.

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  8. Joaquin

    VIP

    New Orleans

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic meal and great atmosphere!! Seated immediately at my reservation time on New Years Eve dinner. Service is usually 5⭐️- our waiter missed the Mark— I know it’s just an anomaly!

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  9. Maddy

    VIP

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for NYE dinner. Food came out incredibly fast and was amazing. Cocktails were great as well.

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  10. Dawn

    VIP

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Got in before our reservation time. Great server. Jacob was helpful and attentive Yummy roasted oysters and a Spanish Chardonnay to start. Then Crackling Pork Shank and Meatloaf entrees. Both great. Only thing I’d change is cooking the green beans a little longer. Desert as a shared pineapple upside down cake with coconut ice cream. Next time I’ll order an extra scoop of the ice cream. A little louder than normal as the New Years Eve DJ from Armature Works was heavy on the bass. All in all another amazing meal.

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FAQs

Ulele offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 999-4952.

Ulele is rated 4.8 stars by 14550 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 230 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ulele

1810 N Highland Ave., Tampa, FL 33602

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Henderson Avenue or 7th Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Brewery
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Ulele offers complimentary valet after 5 p.m. Fridays, lunch and dinner Saturdays and Sundays (with Ulele validation). There also is street parking near the restaurant, and a free private lot on Doyle Carlton Drive (southern extension of Highland) across from Water Works Park)
  • Public transit
    Complimentary valet after 5 p.m. Fridays, lunch and dinner Saturdays and Sundays (with Ulele validation). Street parking near the restaurant, and a free private lot (with Ulele validation) on Doyle Carlton Drive, the southern extension of Highland Ave. across from Water Works Park.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Patrick Quakenbush
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ulele.com/
  • Phone number
    (813) 999-4952
  • Private party facilities
    Ulele has several areas for dining that may be used for business meetings, social affairs, wedding events, charity functions, etc. These include inside the restaurant or outside in the beer garden, on the upper patio deck and on the riverside lawn (tents available). Contact: Groups@Ulele.com
  • Private party contact
    Emily Johnston: (813) 513-2661

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