TAMPA
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TAMPA

PrePlate covers 40 restaurants in TAMPA, with a scene that leans toward Casual Dining and Fine Dining. Prices span from $ to $$$$, so there's room for both a quick bite and a bigger night out. 12 of them take online reservations. That lineup includes 28 carrying MICHELIN Guide recognition and 1 with a James Beard Award nod.

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Restaurants in TAMPA

MEAT MARKET TAMPA

MEAT MARKET TAMPA

Meat Market Tampa in Tampa brings a polished steakhouse experience to Hyde Park Village, pairing classic fine-dining cues with a lively, contemporary energy. Expect prime steaks alongside seafood, sushi, crudo, and…

HATTRICKS

HATTRICKS

HATTRICKS in Tampa is a downtown sports bar and Irish pub that leans into big-game energy, pub comfort, and a lively, social pace. The kitchen pairs classic bar favorites with a few heartier Irish-leaning touches, so…

CAFE HEY

CAFE HEY

Cafe Hey in Tampa is a relaxed cafe-and-bakery stop centered on coffee, casual bites, and easy daytime dining. Expect a counter-service feel with a welcoming, come-as-you-are atmosphere that suits breakfast, lunch, or a…

AL'S FINGER LICKING GOOD BARBECUE

Al’s Finger Licking Good Bar-B-Que in Tampa serves the kind of barbecue experience diners seek out for bold smoke, generous portions, and straightforward Southern comfort. Expect a casual, laid-back setting where the…

THEE BURGER SPOT

THEE BURGER SPOT

Thee Burger Spot in Tampa serves the kind of quick-service burger experience that feels lively, unfussy, and deeply satisfying. Expect a menu centered on burgers with bold, indulgent add-ons, along with classic sides…

THE INDEPENDENT

THE INDEPENDENT

THE INDEPENDENT in Tampa is a casual dining spot with the relaxed energy of a neighborhood café-bar, where diners can settle in for an easygoing meal in a social, unfussy setting. Expect a menu and service style that…

PICKFORD'S SUNDRIES

PICKFORD'S SUNDRIES

PICKFORD'S SUNDRIES, Tampa, is a cheerful breakfast-and-brunch cafe with a nostalgic, old-school spirit and a menu built around comforting morning favorites. Expect coffee drinks, egg sandwiches, burritos, waffles, and…

FAT BEET FARM KITCHEN & BAKERY

FAT BEET FARM KITCHEN & BAKERY

Fat Beet Farm Kitchen & Bakery in Tampa brings a thoughtful farm-to-table sensibility to a cafe-bakery setting, with a focus on sustainability and ingredients shaped by the Curcis’ farm-driven vision. Diners can expect…

YUMMY HOUSE CHINA BISTRO TAMPA

YUMMY HOUSE CHINA BISTRO TAMPA

YUMMY HOUSE in Tampa serves Chinese and Cantonese favorites in a spacious, no-frills setting that puts the focus squarely on the food. Diners can expect a broad menu with familiar crowd-pleasers alongside regional…

BISTRO BT

BISTRO BT

BISTRO BT in Tampa is a casual yet charming bistro that blends French-Vietnamese flavors with a welcoming, polished dining room feel. The experience is shaped by gracious service and an inviting atmosphere, making it a…

BIG RAY'S FISH CAMP

BIG RAY'S FISH CAMP

Big Ray’s Fish Camp in Tampa serves up a relaxed seafood-shack experience with a distinctly Gulf-coast feel. The setting is casual and unfussy, with the kind of come-as-you-are atmosphere that suits a menu centered on…

COUSIN VINNY'S SANDWICH CO.

COUSIN VINNY'S SANDWICH CO.

Cousin Vinny’s Sandwich Co. in Tampa serves Italian-leaning quick-service sandwiches in a casual NoHo setting, with the kind of no-frills energy that keeps the focus on the food. Expect a fast-moving counter-service…

SUPERNATURAL FOOD & WINE

SUPERNATURAL FOOD & WINE

SUPERNATURAL FOOD & WINE serves fast casual in TAMPA. It carries a Michelin Guide Recommended distinction.

FLAMING MOUNTAIN CHINESE GRILL & SKEWER BAR

FLAMING MOUNTAIN CHINESE GRILL & SKEWER BAR

Flaming Mountain Chinese Grill & Skewer Bar in Tampa brings a lively, grill-forward take on Chinese cooking to a casual dining setting. The kitchen leans into bold, savory flavors and the kind of smoky, freshly cooked…

THE BRISKET SHOPPE

THE BRISKET SHOPPE

The Brisket Shoppe in Tampa blends Texas-style barbecue with a Cuban-leaning Tampa twist, offering a fast-casual experience centered on smoky, sliced-to-order brisket and the bold, savory flavors that define the city’s…

NOBLE RICE

NOBLE RICE

Noble Rice in Tampa brings a polished Japanese dining experience to Channelside, with a menu that leans into the precision, balance, and clean flavors diners expect from a serious sushi and izakaya-minded kitchen. The…

THE PEARL

THE PEARL

The Pearl in Tampa brings a polished seafood-forward dining experience to the Water Street district, pairing a contemporary setting with an inviting mix of indoor and outdoor tables. The room feels well suited to a…

PREDALINA

PREDALINA

Predalina in Tampa brings a polished coastal Mediterranean sensibility to the Channelside District, with a menu shaped by the flavors of the sunlit shoreline. Drawing on Greek and broader coastal traditions, the…

PONTE

PONTE

PONTE in Tampa presents a polished fine-dining experience with a graceful, cream-and-white setting that immediately signals a sense of occasion. Under Chef Christopher Ponte, the restaurant leans into an elegant,…

OLIVIA

OLIVIA

OLIVIA in Tampa serves Italian-inspired dining with a polished, energetic feel and an emphasis on thoughtful, carefully prepared cooking. Expect a full-service experience that leans into the warmth and generosity of…

MISE EN PLACE

MISE EN PLACE

Mise En Place in Tampa is a polished fine-dining destination with a refined, contemporary spirit shaped by a long-running commitment to thoughtful food and gracious hospitality. Drawing on its elevated American base…

BAR TERROIR

BAR TERROIR

Bar Terroir in Tampa is a French-inspired bistro and wine bar that leans into a moody, intimate atmosphere, with a dimly lit dining room, leather booths, and black-and-white marbled floors that evoke a Parisian night…

RESTAURANT BT

RESTAURANT BT

RESTAURANT BT in Tampa is an intimate, serene fine-dining room built around Chef BT Nguyen’s eclectic, genre-crossing approach to cooking. Guided by the spirit of “eat local, think global,” the menu invites diners into…

KINJO

KINJO

KINJO in Tampa offers a polished take on Itameshi, the Japanese-Italian fusion style, in a warm, welcoming dining room centered around an open kitchen. The experience feels refined but approachable, with creative small…

GORKHALI KITCHEN

GORKHALI KITCHEN

Gorkhali Kitchen in Tampa serves Himalayan cuisine with a warm, inviting casual-dining feel that brings together the flavors of Nepal and neighboring regions. Michelin highlights the restaurant as a worthwhile stop for…

MAD DOGS & ENGLISHMEN

MAD DOGS & ENGLISHMEN

MAD DOGS & ENGLISHMEN in Tampa serves a British pub-inspired casual dining experience with a relaxed, convivial energy. Expect hearty comfort food, a drinks-forward pub rhythm, and a setting that feels made for…

THE HARRY WAUGH DESSERT ROOM AT BERN'S STEAK HOUSE

THE HARRY WAUGH DESSERT ROOM AT BERN'S STEAK HOUSE

The Harry Waugh Dessert Room at Bern’s Steak House in Tampa offers a distinctly theatrical finish to a classic fine-dining evening, pairing an elegant dessert-focused experience with the old-school glamour that defines…

HALES BLACKBRICK

HALES BLACKBRICK

Hales Blackbrick in Tampa brings a polished modern Chinese-leaning fine-dining experience to Hyde Park, with a menu that leans into bold Asian flavors, precise technique, and a more elevated pace of service. Diners can…

STREETLIGHT TACO

STREETLIGHT TACO

STREETLIGHT TACO in Tampa brings a lively South Tampa taqueria experience with a polished, design-forward edge. Michelin highlights the stylish room, from the black-painted finishes and exposed ductwork to the…

ULELE

ULELE

ULELE in Tampa serves a distinctly Floridian seafood-forward dining experience with a Gulf Coast spirit. Expect a menu shaped around fresh seafood, regional ingredients, and housemade touches, presented in a polished…

LA SEGUNDA

LA SEGUNDA

La Segunda, Tampa serves the kind of Cuban bakery-and-cafe experience that feels inseparable from the city’s Ybor City food culture. Expect warm, fresh-baked Cuban bread, pastries, café con leche, and classic…

COLUMBIA RESTAURANT

COLUMBIA RESTAURANT

COLUMBIA RESTAURANT, Tampa brings Spanish-Cuban cooking to Ybor City with a grand, festive dining-room feel and a menu rooted in family tradition. The experience is built around classic flavors, generous plates, and a…

ROOSTER & THE TILL

ROOSTER & THE TILL

Rooster & the Till in Tampa brings a polished, adventurous fine-dining experience to Seminole Heights, with a menu built around creative, globally influenced flavors and an ever-evolving tasting-menu format. The kitchen…

PSOMI

PSOMI

PSOMI in Tampa is a Greek-inspired daytime café and bakery that leans into breakfast, lunch, and pastry-driven comfort. Expect a welcoming, come-as-you-are setting where the counter-to-table rhythm keeps things relaxed,…

ROCCA

ROCCA

ROCCA in Tampa brings a polished Italian dining experience with a chef-driven sensibility and a contemporary, city-styled energy. Guided by housemade pastas and thoughtful Italian technique, the menu leans into the kind…

KŌSEN

KŌSEN

Kōsen in Tampa offers an intimate fine-dining omakase experience shaped around precision, restraint, and a strong sense of visual calm. With its minimalist design and moody, dark-toned setting, the room puts the focus…

EBBE

EBBE

EBBE in Tampa is a sleek, contemporary fine-dining experience centered on a focused tasting-menu format. Chef Ebbe Vollmer’s restaurant brings a precise, highly composed approach to the table, with guests often taking…

ASH

ASH

ASH in Tampa serves contemporary Italian with a modern, polished edge, rooted in the Proper House Group’s approach to hospitality. The experience leans into elevated comfort: a dining room made for date nights and…

KOYA

KOYA

KOYA in Tampa is an intimate Japanese omakase counter centered on a multicourse tasting menu that showcases a contemporary, highly attentive approach to cuisine. Dishes are presented with care and precision, creating a…

LILAC

LILAC

Lilac in Tampa is an elegant fine-dining room inside The Tampa EDITION, where the experience is shaped by a sleek hotel setting and an open kitchen framed in glossy green tile. The cuisine leans Mediterranean and…