Love the new addition to S Tampa! Lumber is a wood fired inspired tapas menu and everything was divine! They even had high chairs for the kiddos which I appreciated. Their cocktail list was extensive and fun - build uh our own G&T was a nice touch! The tapas was fabulous! Our favorites: tortilla de patatas, tartare, pulpo. Would skip the basque cheesecake wasn't my fav. read more

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We had a great experience dining at Lumbre for the first time. The space is absolutely gorgeous with a huge bar and an open kitchen with a chef's counter to watch the masters at work. The menu is traditional yet creative and interesting, and our service was excellent with the entire staff looking after us. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly, pillowy potato center with crispy outside, tender octopus, sizzling shrimp, that insanely good chocolate sauce. The salad was one of the best we've had, packed with flavor and texture with just the right amount of dressing. We both thought a lot of the food was mild. The patatas bravas was prepared so well, but there was no spice and the shrimp was beautifully presented but we wished for more garlic or spice. Dessert was fantastic and flavorful. So glad this restaurant is here and can't wait to try more dishes. read more

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**GOAT ALERT** $8 Pan Con Tomate I came here on Friday night at 9pm and it there wasn't an empty seat in the restaurant or at the bar. I had no idea how popular this place already is. Downside, it is so loud in here. Think of like riding a roller coaster loud. I was a little confused too because when you walk in there is a massive bar to the right, but apparently that is reservations only even though it is at the bar. The bar that you're allowed to walk in and sit at is to the left. It's a lot smaller with far fewer seats. I had to stand around for like 15 minutes until someone got up. And as soon as they did it was a mad rush to get a seat. I started my night with a $16 Mezcal Berica. It was just ok. Pretty small and not a very strong smoky mezcal taste. The garnish it is served with is ham which I've never seen before. First food item of the night was the $8 Pan Con Tomate. Or if you're in Phillly, known as a tomato pie. OMG, I have been looking for this ever since I was in Philly a few months ago. Finally a place in Tampa that can make this. When I come back, I might seriously just order 5 of these and eat them all until I'm full. By far and away the best item of the night. Then, I tried the $13 pigs in a blanket. They were terrible, do not order. After that, I tried the $10 Patatas Bravas and they are a borderline GOAT item. Another place in LA does this better, but these were super good. Definitely recommend trying these. I tried a $15 Fino y Fresco and it wasn't good at all. Do not order. Lastly, I tried a a $15 Lumbre Old Fashioned and it was made as it is supposed to be. This is the only drink of the 3 that is acceptable. For dessert, I had the $10 churros. These weren't any good either. Small, hard, and the chocolate dipping sauce wasn't great. Seriously, come here and only order: $8 Pan Con Tomate 3x $10 Patatas Bravas 2x Get cocktails from somewhere else. read more

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Such a beautiful new place, the atmosphere is great, with good music and beautiful decoration. I went for drinks and apps and they were good, I do think it's a little bit pricey. The only bad thing was that we went there a week earlier to make a reservation for a party of 14. The hostess came to our table to confirm the reservation. We showed up on the day of the reservation, and to our surprise, we weren't in their system. Fortunately, we were able to squeeze in a couple of high-tops and enjoy the rest of the night. read more

Lumbre - Bikini - Spanish Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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My husband and I ate here last night at the bar. Our bartender Kyle was super attentive & helpful in helping us pick out some small bites to eat. All the food was really good. We enjoyed the wine, pigs in a blanket, charcuterie, tuna tartar, and croquettes. We'll be back again to try out the entrées. read more

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So excited to check out this new place on Rome. Love the space- so open, inviting and huge 2 bars. Got 2 bar seats on a Wednesday night, busier than I'd thought it be! However first impression was our bartender giving us the WEAKEST pour of wine I've ever seen. Was about half a glass so that made me bummed out. We made sure to ask the OTHER bartender for a refill and thankfully he knew the correct pour for a glass of wine. For food, pan de tomate was refreshing and delicious with beautiful bread. Tuna tartare was delicious - I wish there were more than 2 pieces! Beef cannelloni was phenomenal. The mushrooms on top were a beautiful addition. Lastly, the salad with caper berries and cheese was the perfect crispy greens we needed with the heavier cannelloni. Overall, fantastic tapas place! Hopefully will be back soon to taste the paella :) read more

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I had such a great experience at Lumbre! We ordered a TON of food so we could try a little bit of everything, which is definitely the way to do it here. The whole menu is made for sharing and we honestly didn't have a bad dish. We tried the octopus, croquettes, short rib, tuna crispy rice, bikini, and so much more. The octopus was cooked perfectly, the croquettes were SO good, and the short rib was probably one of my favorites. The tuna crispy rice was another favorite and I would 100% order it again. Even with everything we ordered, we still managed to save room for the churros and cheesecake and I'm glad we did because both were amazing. I also loved the atmosphere. It feels upscale and fun without being too formal, and it's a great place to go with a group because you can order a bunch of different things for the table and try everything. The service was great too, especially considering how many dishes we ordered. Such a fun addition to Tampa and definitely somewhere I'd recommend for a date night, dinner with friends, or if you just want to order half the menu like we did We'll definitely be back! read more

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Only open a couple of months and already booked solid -- even on a Tuesday, the earliest OpenTable slot was 9pm. Worth the late seating. This Spanish tapas spot sits right across the parking lot from Willa's and somehow I'd never heard of it, which is a shame because it's better than Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar downtown in every category: food, atmosphere, service. The one-page menu splits into small bites (bocados), starters (entrantes), and large-format plates meant for 2-4 people. We skipped the cheese/charcuterie section and the large format, and built a meal from six tapas instead: marinated olives (citrus-marinated, surprisingly good), patatas bravas (genuinely excellent -- better than the disappointing version at Spain Restaurant downtown), pulpo (properly tenderized octopus, though the mashed potato purée underneath didn't need to be there), matrimonio (fresh anchovies on bruschetta -- nothing like canned anchovies, truly fantastic), croquetas de jamón (my favorite of the night -- thin crust, melts in your mouth, perfectly balanced ham/cheese/béchamel), and cannelloni stuffed with braised short rib and veal demi-glace. We also added the mushrooms with sherry, pancetta, and a raw egg yolk on top -- beautiful presentation, though the mushrooms didn't really need it. For dessert, both the Basque cheesecake and the torrijas (a light bread-pudding-style dish with whipped yogurt and plum) were excellent and hard to choose between. Service was outstanding all night -- seated within 60 seconds, attentive water refills, fresh flatware between courses. We sat at the counter facing the open kitchen, which made for great entertainment watching the cooks work. One of the founders reportedly cooked and managed at Rocca before spending time in Spain. Wouldn't be surprised if this place earns a Michelin star within a year. Highly recommend -- book ahead. read more

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We had a reservation for two, yet somehow another party of two with a reservation 30 minutes after ours was seated before us. We know this because the two women with the later reservation were seated next to us at the bar, where we were both waiting for our respective tables. Even if the specific table we reserved wasn't available, that wasn't an issue for us. The hostess could have simply asked whether we were comfortable with an alternative seating arrangement. Instead, we were left waiting without any explanation or meaningful effort to accommodate us. What was even more disappointing was that, while we waited at the bar, no one ever asked if we wanted to order an appetizer, or anything else. Unfortunately, the basics of hospitality and service were lacking throughout the experience. We left disappointed and, based on this experience, I cannot recommend the restaurant. read more

We dined in on opening night. The restaurant is very nice. Its very large and open with lots of seating and windows. The renovated building is nice. They have a large bar that overlooks the kitchen as well which is a nice touch. The menu is small, but its got everything you would . We ordered the Gambas Al Ajillo Tortilla (this is like an egg with potatoes) Paella and a Iberico pork entree. Cocktail: La Huerta. read more

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We visited Lumbre on opening night, and wow... it's a whole vibe. The space is beautiful, but what really stood out was the open kitchen and chef's counter. Watching the team work added so much to the experience and made the meal feel incredibly interactive. Chef Nick was fantastic and is clearly the heartbeat of the restaurant. His passion comes through in every detail. GM Lauren was incredibly friendly and made it a point to stop by and greet every table, which really set the tone for the evening and made everyone feel welcome. Katerina, the sommelier, was gracious in taking the time to walk us through the Spanish wine list and answer all of our questions. Everything we tried was excellent, and we're already looking forward to coming back to explore more of the menu and cocktail program. An unexpected highlight was Gabriel delivering our espresso cocktails. He has the best energy, and his enthusiasm was contagious. We will absolutely request his service when we return! Pro tip: End your meal with the carajillo and/or the classic espresso martini made with Tequila Ocho Reposado. Both were outstanding and the perfect finish to the evening. One bonus: parking was surprisingly easy. There's a public lot directly across the street. We can't wait to come back! read more

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I was super excited when I managed to snag an opening night reservation for Lumbre. This group has always impressed me, so I was really looking forward to trying this space out! The space is GORGEOUS, and the staff were all amazing. Our waiter, George, was phenomenal with recommendations for everything that we asked about and truly did not miss. We ordered several shareables and starters, and they were all incredible. Between myself and my friend, we probably got half of the menu. The salad, the mushrooms, the PATATAS BRAVAS! All of the food that we got to enjoy was amazing. The pan con tomate? OUTTA THIS WORLD. The wine list is killer. We tried four different wines in total, and we were impressed with each one. George introduced us to a new one (Tempranillo blanco - who knew?), and we loved it. We'll definitely be back to order the cocktails, since we stuck to wine this time around. Overall, I absolutely recommend checking Lumbre out. read more

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Great experience from the team behind Rocca. Went for a semi soft opening week and we were blown away by the ambience. Surrounded by the open kitchen and seeing all the amazing food going out! Not an unhappy face in the place. We were so full after our small plates but still had to sample the traditional paella and what a bomb of flavors. Another one to add to the list of amazing Tampa bay restaurant experiences. read more

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Such a beautiful restaurant!! We were pleased to get a reservation shortly after they opened. Our server Kiwi took great care of us, and the food was spot on!! read more

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George (Jorge) is an amazing host, make sure to come see him. Everything was amazing! My favorite was the super crunchy patas bravas. The group didn't really eat up the croquetas for some unknown reason- I couldn't try due to allergies. The paella was killer- the hens have everyone's mouth salivating. Literally the best thing on the menu: patatas and paella; the charcuterie was awesome too!!! Come hungry. It's a total vibe. read more

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Beautiful new addition to Rome Ave. The bartenders are very attentive and gave great menu suggestions. I tried the Machete drink with watermelon, chile and tequila. This was a unique blend with so much flavor. In addition I had the tuna tartare with yellow fin tuna. Amazing! The space is warm and well thought out with a gorgeous seating are at the dimly lit bar. I truly had a great experience at Lumbre. I can't wait to come back for the charcuterie and gambas! read more

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Tampa has opened up another gem!! Came here for opening night with my friends and had a phenomenal time. The restaurant itself is located on a corner, and there was a decent amount of parking available. Entering the bulking, I was amazed. Beautiful lighting and very spacious. It didn't feel like some of these new places where they try to cram hundreds of tables into a 700sqft space. Our waitresses was alado amazing. Very prompt, friendly, and providing great recommendations. For the table, we ordered the Tartare, the Pulpo, Patatas Bravas, Gambas al Ajillo and the Bikini. Literally every single dish was 10/10. I completely blown away especially for it being opening night..that's usually when a lot of kinks are worked through. No kinks here! The night went on flawlessly. We are already planning for our next outing here to try the dessert! read more

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Service is 5 stars, simply exceptional! We sat at the chefs counter, we had the cider and a bottle and wine recommended by the sommelier. Our Spanish wine, paired exquisitely with the charcuterie. The knowledge and experience of the entire staff was evident and the presentation and quality of food transported me back to Spain! Bravo! read more

Meal and service were great. Little loud, but it seems that all the new restaurants in Tampa that are following the basic industrial interior design leaves the space very open which I feel amplifies the noise. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the kitchen. Will definitely be back read more

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We came to check out this new restaurant and loved the concept! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff is incredibly friendly, especially our waiter, Gabriel, who provided excellent service. We enjoyed the pan con tomate, patatas bravas, cannelloni, and the fresh, delicious tuna tartare, although the crispy rice wasn't as crispy as expected. The churros had great flavor but were a little doughy. Overall, we had a great experience and highly recommend this place. We're excited to come back! read more

I've been once and enjoyed it very much. The space is large and airy and the lighting ideal with lots of room at the long bar as well as a very big chef's counter. The menu is large but easy to read and explained clearly by our server. The gambas were excellent and the Machete cocktail quite good. I enjoyed chatting with Paco a bartender and I will certainly be returning to sample more of the food and drinks. read more

I was very excited to try Lumbre. The food looked great! I went on a Wednesday evening with a couple of friends. We planned to grab a drink and some appetizers. After we ordered our drinks and went to order food the bartender refused to serve us food, stating it was because our other friends were standing and having a drink and they only served people seated at the bar. We explained that only the folks sitting would eat and they continued to tell us no. Meanwhile the couple to the left of us at the bar was served with no issues. We tried to reason with the bartender and then the manager. Both refused to serve us. When we asked why the manager said "they try to avoid serving food at the bar." I am completely stunned that an establishment would pick and choose who to serve food to while sitting at a bar. I am still baffled by the lack of customer service and explanation. I will not be returning. read more

Octopus was excellent (but could have used a few more pieces). Service was incredible. Atmosphere is awesome with the chefs counter to see the kitchen. read more