{"id":772,"date":"2019-09-06T11:31:00","date_gmt":"2019-09-06T17:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/us\/thegoodlife\/?p=772"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:28:36","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:28:36","slug":"20-best-eateries-in-west-tampa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/us\/20-best-eateries-in-west-tampa\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Best Eateries in West Tampa"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

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Sure, Miami is the play place for the posh and Orlando is where all the rollercoasters converge, but don\u2019t sleep on Tampa. With its own sports teams, theme park, and tantalizing cuisine, this city is easily in the discussion of Florida\u2019s best. We think one of the greatest ways to explore a city is through its food. Below are our picks for the best restaurants in Tampa.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fine dining ($$$-$$$$)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Live it up! Your palate will thank you later. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bern\u2019s Steak House<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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1208 S Howard Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33606<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 251-2421<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Since 1956, this steak house has been wining and dining Tampa. Yes, it\u2019ll cost you, but you\u2019re not just paying for prime cuts of dry-aged beef and an absurdly long wine list. You\u2019re paying for a total gastronomical experience, and you won\u2019t be disappointed. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Eddie V\u2019s Prime Seafood<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4400 W Boy Scout Boulevard<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 877-7290<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Yes, it is a chain, but when you do something incredible, why not repeat it? You\u2019ll find all the fine-dining trappings here: succulent lobster tails, tomahawk chops, and towers of delicate and decadent seafood. We say if you\u2019re going big, then live large and start with their signature Hope Diamond Cocktail.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Donatello<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

232 N Dale Mabry Highway<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33609<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 875-6660<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

So old-school Italian, you\u2019ll be looking for Vito Corleone. Dive into rich plates of Scampi Caprese and Ossobuco Alla Milanese. Enjoy your rich, flavorful dishes with a nice chianti and soak up the live-music-infused ambiance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Oak & Ola<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1901 N Market Street<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33602<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 773-1901<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Oak & Ola trades the buttoned-up vibe for a more laid-back atmosphere, but entrees like pork Milanese  and fire-roasted artichokes are dressed to the nines. With multiple James Beard award-winning chef Anne Kearney running the back of the house, you know you\u2019re in for a great meal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Rusty Pelican<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2425 N Rocky Point Drive<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 281-1943<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Looking to clink those wine glasses as the sun sets on Tampa Bay? This local haunt has been serving fresh seafood and beautiful views for over 30 years. If you don\u2019t make it for dinner, then we say make sure you hit up Sunday brunch.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Loosen up ($$-$$$)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Your best pair of jeans will be more than nice enough. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Terra Gaucha<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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1108 S Dale Mabry Highway<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33629<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 999-4332<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Come hungry. Really hungry. This Brazilian steak house will keep the food coming until you cry uncle. Melt-in-your-mouth sirloins, bacon-rolled filets, and falling-off-the-bone ribs. Go for the Full Rodizio Experience\u2014you won\u2019t leave hungry or disappointed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

On Swann<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1501 W Swann Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33606<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 251-0110 <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

With an open-concept atmosphere, you\u2019ll immediately feel welcome when you step foot in here. On Swann uses many local companies and ingredients to create their playful dishes. Start off with a locally grown kale salad and then get decadent with steak frites.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Rooster & the Till<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6500 N Florida Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33604<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 374-8940<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hip, chic, yet casual, Rooster & the Till has been winning awards and Tampa\u2019s love for years. You can go all out with a chef\u2019s tasting, or pick your pleasure a la carte. If you have dietary concerns, no problem, as the menu has plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Oxford Exchange<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

420 W Kennedy Boulevard<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33606<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 253-0222<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This place is truly unique. It\u2019s a bookstore and a restaurant. But it\u2019s also a meeting space and creative studio. No matter how you label it, it\u2019s perfect for that first date where you need to impress, or when you want a cool, casual spot to grab a drink and shoot the breeze.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Dixie Dharma<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1910 N Ola Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33602 <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

An exclusively vegan Southern menu? No, that\u2019s not an oxymoron\u2014it\u2019s Dixie Dharma\u2019s philosophy. So order up a tangy Carolina BBQ pulled jackfruit sandwich, and dig in. You may not miss meat much at all.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Keep it casual ($-$$)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

These places are easy on the recommended attire and your wallet.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Boozy Pig<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Via Facebook<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3255 W Cypress Street<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 488-5333
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This high-end butcher shop doubles as a deli, so you know you\u2019re going to have a pretty great selection of cuts. You can\u2019t go wrong with the meatball sandwich topped with ricotta. Or ditch the bread and get to the meat of the matter with the charcuterie board.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La Teresita Cafe<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3248 W Columbus Drive<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 879-9704<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A staple of the Tampa community, this Cuban and Spanish restaurant has been dishing out roasted pork and arroz con pollo for years. You can get a filling meal for around $10, and still have leftovers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

West Tampa Sandwich Shop<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3904 N Armenia Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 873-7104
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You don\u2019t need to go all the way down to Miami to get your Cuban fix. Of course we recommend getting a classic Cuban and an Iron Beer, but whatever you get, it\u2019ll be good.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Chicago Paulie\u2019s<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1301 N Howard Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33607<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 494-4275<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We know what you\u2019re thinking. \u201cA hot dog stand?\u201d Yup, and it\u2019s probably the best in the area. They make a killer Chicago-style dog (don\u2019t you dare ask for ketchup on it) along with one hell of a steak burger. Order up a side of crispy fries and that lunch just may carry you into tomorrow\u2019s breakfast.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Los Comparres<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5305 N Armenia Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33603<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 850-1380<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Every city needs a good taco shop, and Tampa has one. Los Comparres serves up just about any style on warm tortillas. Grab a bottle of homemade salsa and get to work.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Just desserts<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hey, you\u2019re grown up now, and ice cream for dinner can happen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Alessi Bakery<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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2909 W Cypress Street<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33609<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 879-4544<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This panaderia has been around since 1912, and the one thing that hasn\u2019t changed here are the fantastic baked goods they put out. In a hurry? Get a 10\u201d Grab N\u2019 Go cookie and be on your blissful way.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Harry Waugh Dessert Room<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1208 S Howard Avenue<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33606<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 251-2421<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Seem familiar? It should, as it\u2019s actually tucked inside Bern\u2019s, but they focus on the sweet here, not the savory. We suggest going for the Taste of Bern\u2019s. Perfect for sharing. Or not. We won\u2019t judge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Little Donut House<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4048 W Kennedy Boulevard<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33609<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 769-9209<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Okay, this is more South Tampa. Nevertheless, the old adage \u201cgood things come in small packages\u201d holds true here. So go ahead, order some maple bacon, fruity pebble, or classic glaze donuts. They\u2019re small, so you can eat twice as many, right?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Mr. Penguin<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1920 W Platt Street<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33606<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 251-5750<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This spot whips up more flavors of Italian ice than you can shake a waffle cone at. Can\u2019t decide between cookie or peanut butter? Why not get both?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Dough Nation<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

505 N Tampa Street<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tampa, FL 33602<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

(813) 227-9248<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Did your mom ever tell you not to eat the cookie dough? Well, this place wants you to eat all the dough. The best part is that all proceeds go to supporting community non-profits. Sure, it may be in downtown Tampa, but when something is this good, we have to mention it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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When in West Tampa, come hungry. From fine dining to cheap eats, we have you covered. Use our list to decide where to eat in West Tampa, or better yet, discover a place on your own. Just let us know if it\u2019s any good.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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