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    Centro Ybor

    3.9 (22 reviews)
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    Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Rachel D.

    Cute and historic. Nice walk through if you're ever in town. The buildings of brick give character to a southern historic charm. Although it was mostly bars and clubs there are other cute quirky shops to see. Walking down the strip I ran into cute little coffee shops, little hole in the wall Italian places as well as Hispanic cuisine and tapas bars. I also enjoyed different murals on the walls and the cute artistry. I stopped by a cute ice cream parlor that had a 70s kind of groove. Also one mural that I really loved was one that was captured was a Puerto Rican themed one. The only down side here is the lack of things to do if you're not a bar or clubbing person. If you have kids not much to see or do. Ybor should at least have something for little ones.

    Laura M.

    I was visiting the area after being away from Tampa for many years. I was happy to see that Ybor City hasn't been totally modernized and has held on to much of it's history. It's nice to still see some cigar factories and cigars being rolled individually in some of the store fronts. Ybor is pretty diverse and has something for most maybe teenager and up. You can shop, explore, hit the small parks, visitor center, restaurants during the day and it will be party central at night. I got there around 11 am during the week and it was fairly quite and got busier at lunch time. There are street people like any other city so just be smart. The visitor center is a great place to start and get any questions answered. They have a short movie and do walking tours. It's worth stopping. The 9/11 memorial park is well done and Centennial Park is worth the walk over. I didn't know about the roosters so that was pretty fun. Restaurant choices are plentiful! Everything from the famous Columbia to local mom & pops covering all ethnicities. Maybe try a Cuban sandwich. This is a fun day trip!

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    Boon C.

    Centro YBOR has rich history. I have been to this place many time, I think is about time to gather the thoughts for this review. Centro YBOR has been Tampa jewel not just for the tourists but the history for the city. The historic building survived since late 18th century to now. The Cuban cigar was thriving at 1920. You know the Columbia restaurant alway roll back the price of 1905 at their anniversary. There are Cuban club building is very historic. You can join the historic tour in YBOR. When you see the balcony along East 7 avenue. This may be influenced of French colony. Many parade has been taken place at this street that it provided a good view. Many parades include the snow, new year, pirate, or guavaween parade. The new face of Centro YBOR has the Carmine cinema, Improv Comedy, Carne Chop House and many more. New comers include Hypo and Asiatic Noodle bar have made good addition to this area. The chicken has run wild at YBOR which is very unique. Trolley track is at the 8 Ave that connects to downtown.

    Andrea U.

    Charming quaint downtown; historic cigar city. Bars and clubs get busy on weekends until 3 o'clock in the morning. There is a historic entertainment complex with a theater, comedy club, wine bars, shops and eateries.Colorful little shops lots of bars, tattoo shops, cigar bars and cafés and very colorful people hanging out. A large municipal parking garage with reasonable parking. The slow streetcar travels through it making a few stops at the Centennial Park, parking garage, Jose Marti park and center. The roosters add to the charm here.

    Double-checking everything for the Krewe of the Knights of Sant' Yago Parade through Ybor City tonight
    Steve E.

    Centro Ybor sits between 7th and 8th Avenues along 16th Street in the historic 7th Avenue district of Ybor City. Much like "The Grove" in Miami, Centro Ybor features a mix of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues situated around a palm-lined plaza that captures the essence of Tampa 's historic Latin Quarter. There is plenty of parking in the nearby garages, or you can also park on the outskirts of Ybor City and ride the TECO Trolley / old-fashioned streetcar right along 8th Avenue, and hop off in front of the Centro Ybor eating, shopping, and partying district. Centro Ybor is anchored by the Muvico Centro Ybor 20 movie theater, and nearby you'll find some great restaurants such as Carne Chop House, Samurai Blue, and Hamburger Mary's. For entertainment you have places like the Improv Comedy Theater, GameTime, and the Electric Glide Segway tours. If you're interested in some Adult beverages then you can try the Tampa Bay Brewing Company and the Ybor City Wine Bar. This area has really cleaned up over the years, and the police have enforced curfews on the young hooligans to keep things under control. You'll feel very safe while wandering the streets and enjoying an evening in downtown Ybor. Well, except for tonight, since Centro Ybor will be "Ground Zero" for the Knights of Sant' Yago nighttime pirates parade through the middle of Ybor City. Expect lots of floats and pirates throwing beads and booty, and be prepared for the Adult behavior through the downtown area. It's great fun, but please party responsibly!!!

    Mel R.

    Great place, especially for people visiting from out of town. You should come here at least once. The night life is like no other in town. You have muvico for the moviegoers. The improv if you are in the mood for some stand up comedy. Restaurants in every corner including samurai blue, one of my favorite spots for sushi. And of course you have bars and night clubs all over. Make this your first stop on Friday night.

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    Jenn H.

    Interesting place. Didn't get to see the theater though - That would have been cool, I think. Plenty of options to drink at. Awesome Christmas too!

    Greg W.

    Lively place, filled with great local restaurants and places for adult beverages. Tourists fill the place but we still love to visit for food and drinks. We like to park here and take the trolly downtown.

    Nice area in downtown Tampa to grab some great food and cold drinks on a hot Florida day (or night). Parking is convenient, but there is a valet. The 717 parking app is easy for parking all around downtown Tampa.

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    The service was great! Drinks were Great! Close to everything and the bartender was HOT!

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    That new place upstairs, is garbage. Got the taco order wrong 3 times, and soon will be another ratchet ass place. You can already tell..

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    I don't have much to say It's a cool downtown feel but It's pretty blah but an ok spot if nothing else to do.

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    Recently visited Haiku for a friend's Birthday Dinner and had some items I loved and some that I…read moredid not care for. To start the crab cake was amazing. Didn't need all the micro greens for garnish on top but this could be overlooked because taste and flavor was amazing. The tuna tartare was super tasty as well and I would definitely order this again same comment for micro greens on this dish - didn't need this and found myself moving it off the dishes to actually enjoy the item. The two not so favorite dishes for me were the fried rice topped with fried chicken. While chicken was very tasty the rice was extremely basic. Could have used eggs or other ingredients to elevate this dish. Also the Volcano roll was extremely disappointing. Normally the volcano topping is cooked or (torched) and this topping was cold and very unappetizing. Would not recommend this roll. Overall this place is a hit or miss. Service for our large party wasn't bad and everything came out pretty quickly!

    Terrible from start to finish. Waited 25 minutes at hostess stand without anyone coming to help…read more Ended up seating myself and waiting another 15 minutes for a waitress to help. Food is terrible - they even forgot the egg as a part of my ramen and brought me a frozen egg when I mentioned the missing item which was disgusting. Octopus is so tough and chewy. Terribly cooked from frozen. Mango sticky rice is absolutely horrendous. Nothing like what you expect. Temperature is terrible - they don't use A/C so it's incredibly hot and humid in restaurant. Avoid this place at all costs.

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    One of the best burgers I've had!…read more This is pirate-themed sports bar in downtown Tampa sitting on the main floor of Skypoint Condominium. It's a great spot and usually while in Downtown Tampa we walk over, it's across the street from Curtis Hixon Park and few museums. As stated, we normally go during lunch and always pretty dead. Sometimes it feels like a downtown burger secret - sooo if it is I never said a thing. It's offers a full bar, happy hour I'm sure, and I hear it's a popular spot for watching sports. Menu favorites include the "Pirate's Pick" burger, smash burgers, sweet potato fries, onion rings, and sooo much more. Staff is really attentive, always filling drinks and getting anything you need. I will admit the kitchen can be a bit slow, but the staff makes up for it. So if ever at Riverwalk, take a stroll for a great burger and fries and iced cold beer.

    Came here with my family and had a great experience. I ordered the Pirate's Pick burger and it was…read morehonestly fantastic--perfectly cooked, loaded with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, crispy bacon, and grilled onions that really brought everything together. The service was phenomenal from start to finish. Staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again. No photo because I ate it all, sorry lol Server Name : Megan

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    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Virginia was amazing! Super knowledgeable about the menu and made some great recommendations. Will…read morecome back again if we can have her as our server!

    Delicious food with a lively atmosphere and welcoming staff - what more could you ask for?…read more I visited Oak and Ola for a birthday dinner and had an amazing time. Rather than trying to search for parking, we just paid $20 for the lot right nearby and it worked out great for us. We had a large group and our waiter, Zachary, was amazing. He had plenty of recommendations, anecdotes, stories, and jokes to keep everyone happy and full. He was definitely a highlight for all of us. We had a variety of drinks, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed them. I had the Sacred Empress and was so impressed with the balance of flavors - mostly sweet with a slight punch from the serrano cilantro simple syrup. It sounds funky but trust me on this! We also split a bottle of the Lagar De Costa Albariño, at the recommendation of our waiter, and we all loved it. For food, we started with the Lobster Ravioli, Truffle Frites, Crispy Pork Belly Bites, Crunch Love Caesar Salad, and Olives. All were devoured and I think the crowd favorites were the Lobster Ravioli (though expensive, $26 for 3) and the Pork Belly Bites. For mains, most people tended to get either the Steak Frites or the Gulf Fish Amandine (which was snapper). My steak and another at the table were both way overcooked on the first go around but they very quickly remade them (and the fries) and got them back to us in 5 minutes, perfectly cooked. It was a delicious and filling dish. The Gulf Fish Amandine was also really tasty, but it felt like it was missing something like a starch. It's a very simple and classic dish. The Pork Chop was also well loved amongst the table and many people wished they got it after trying a bite! For dessert, you absolutely have to get the Toffee Cake - it was everyone's favorite dessert. Super soft, warm, and comforting, plus that vanilla ice cream just took it to another level. We also enjoyed the Chocolate Mousse, and the free birthday dessert they kindly brought out for us. Overall, the restaurant is fun and lively, with an eclectic feel in the mismatched dining sets and decor. I really loved how it felt. It's definitely a nicer spot for a date or celebration, but worth it!

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    4.5(721 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    We celebrated my wife Margit's birthday at Rocca and I am still speechless. This was not just…read moredinner. This was an experience. From the moment we walked in, Taylor and the team made every person at our table feel like the only guests in the room. The service was flawless, attentive without being intrusive, and the kind of hospitality you simply cannot manufacture. Jenna coordinated the celebration and did an incredible job. When we sat down and saw the personalized birthday menu with Margit's name handwritten at the top, that was it. That is the moment a restaurant stops being a restaurant and becomes a memory. Thank you Jenna. The food was exceptional across the board. The Little Gem Salad was fresh and well composed. The Asparagus with confit artichoke was beautifully plated and tasted every bit as good as it looked. The Gnocchi with broccolini and trout roe was a standout. The cocktails were creative and well crafted, and the virgin mojito was executed perfectly. Rocca is now top 3 restaurants of my life. If you are planning something special for someone you love, do not overthink it. Call Jenna, ask for Taylor, and let Rocca do the rest. We will be back. Without question.

    Do yourself a favor, if you like cheese, start with the mozzarella cart! It is the freshest…read moremozzarella I've ever had, made table side. Not usually a fan of tomatoes but this caprese was fantastic. Agnolotti was delicious, a little spice from the sausage but well balanced with the sauce. Sphaghetti al limone was my favorite bite of the whole meal. Generous portions of crab meat with a buttery, tart kick of lemon sauce was incredible. Service was excellent as expected from a place with this reputation and pricing. Our server was very attentive and made appropriate recommendations throughout. Ambiance was dark and intimate. An upscale atmosphere without being overly stuffy. A must try for a nicer night out, we went for our anniversary dinner and had a wonderful experience. Would definitely come back here again!

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    Hattricks - $31 Happy Hour 20 wings Dave's Way

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    3.9(993 reviews)
    1.5 mi•Downtown Tampa
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    Stopped in for the Garlic Parmesan wings and really enjoyed them! The wings were a good size, and…read morecooked well. I think they may have been baked rather than fried, which I actually enjoyed. The Caesar salad was okay, but the lettuce was a little soggy, and the sweet potato fries were tasty but came out cold. The place was busy, but service was good. Lots of TVs and a fun sports-bar atmosphere definitely a great spot to hang out and watch a game. I'll be back for the wings!

    Not badddd Lemme…read moretell you something. I find immense joy every time I show up here. Buzzin atmosphere, great food and mad TV's. What more do you want? Go to order always consists of the cheese fries and 10 wings, Dave's way. I don't know Dave. But shoutout you big bro. I like what you have cooking up in the sauce department. Somebody at the table floated the idea of the grouper nuggets and you know what...NOT BADDD. For sure would get them again, fell apart and wear crispy and tasty. Also, how do you all make this ranch? What's the key here, open to taking a shift off a line cooks hands just to learn. Lemme know, DM me please. The only reason I can't go 5 stars (please keep in mind this is not Hattricks fault it's just personal preference) I gotta pay for parking, lame. Lowkey kinda expansive but then again I really enjoy the food so like I'm willing and happy to to pay because it genuinely is good. Finally, lemme call ahead and put my name down. It's always mad packed and I never learn a wait time, feels silly but once more. I'm willing to wait because I do love these wings. All in all, love you all. I will always be back. Thank you for holding down the wing scene.

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