It looked nice from the outside. They were closed due to an issue inside apparently. But no signage…read moreon the door to tell customers on a Friday night. There was a group who paid in advance to reserve a room. Hope they got a refund. Yikes.

My friend scheduled a room to celebrate his retirement from the military, and all of his guests…read morearrived to the entire place being locked with no one in sight. No one will answer the phone and no one told my friend that they would be closed even though he made a reservation. This is on February 13th, a Friday night at 7 PM when they definitely should've been open. There is no sign on the door and no room to leave a voicemail. I was extremely excited when I pulled up and saw that it was a large establishment that looked like we could have a good time there but now we're left to find another solution to celebrate my friend's retirement. Shame!

Mandarin Heights is such a vibe. The bartenders are accommodating and quick. The cocktails are well…read morecrafted and perfect for sipping while enjoying the scene. Came in a Friday night with some girlfriends and the vibes were vibing. The DJ keeps the energy up, and the whole place has that trendy yet laid-back feel. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, but keep in mind it's first come, first serve, so plan ahead if you want a good spot. The decor and setup make it a great place for photos, so don't be shy about snapping a few. Overall, it's the perfect spot for a night out when you want good drinks, good music, and good vibes. Definitely a go-to to hangout.

Great drinks, reasonable prices, beautiful presentation. Friendly service…read more Excellent espresso martini specials during the week too!

This is the most beautiful lounge dinner ever been to experience the best food we've ever had…read moreat any restaurant or lounge

Located inside the Floridian Palace historic hotel in downtown Tampa. This hotel bar serves food!…read moreWe started with drinks and our server seemed to be running the whole place from bar to tables and back. At first it wasn't noticeable because there were only about 2 tables when we arrived but as the night progressed and the bar got busier, we had to wait for extended amounts of time for her to return to our table. We shared the truffle tots as an appetizer and they were delicious and perfect fried. I got the chicken Cesar wrap for my meal. Overall it was good, nothing special and honestly it was pretty bizarre to have croutons in a wrap. The fries were good but nothing beat those tots. We had a credit from The hotel to dine and our waitress once she learned this got immediately defensive and basically told us in many ways that we were lying and couldn't use the credit. After much back & forth with her she finally got in touch with management and changed her tune when she returned to our table to tell us she was mistaken and it was taken care of. Definitely not appropriate customer service at all on her part. We paid the reminder of our checks, tipped on the total minus our credit and couldn't get out of there fast enough.

Went to dinner solo and called the restaurant ahead of time as the app wouldn't let be book a…read morereservation for 1. They were super accommodating and told me just to come in. The hostess was pleasant when arriving and presented herself with exceptional sleek style. Someone brought me a palate cleanser drink which was rhubarb and lemongrass water. It was smooth and refreshing. The server guided me through the cocktail menu which was an exploration all its very own. I choose the cocktail called Opposite Day- Japanese whiskey, sweet Sauvignon Blanc, salted wine and roasted beets- twist on a whiskey sour but flipped! Oysters were light and fresh and the juice in the shell was precision clean. It really pops the flavors of the oyster. Yellowtail jalapeño handroll- it is designed to be eaten similar to a taco. The yellowtail was superbly fresh, the jalapeno was a mild touch to accompany the dish and didn't try to be the star. and the homemade soy sauce didn't over power the fish. Duck leg finished with a Szechuan spice and finished a pear au jus. The duck fell off the bone and was bursting with a complex blend of elegant flavors. As you check is presented they served you the tea of the day which was Hibiscus citrus Japanese tea in the most sophisticated teapot sitting on Japanese bamboo, which was a nice touch in the meal Upbeat modern music vibe Helpful, friendly weight staff that explains every item in detail as you order it, and when it brought to the table.

Brought my husband to Tanto for his birthday and we were really excited to try it. We've been to…read morethe kaiseki experience at Kosen two years ago and been dying to try their cocktail bar concept. The entire dining area and booth is now Tanto and they have themed cocktail menus that changes seasonally. They have a small bites menu which includes handrolls! Service was good, attentive and we got a nice view of the bar where the bartenders were amazing! They were shaving down ice for the cocktails. Very cool. The seasonal menu has already changed, so I am not sure of the drinks we got lol both were fun and just okay.. mine came in a cone shape ceramic and very tart? The food was pretty good - some hits and misses. The caviar service was good but came with thin chips that break. I would recommend small pancakes. The sea bream hand rolls were good and the chirashi was very good. The karaage was good but the chive aioli was incredible. Overall cool concept but would love a bigger entree options on their menu. This would open up more patrons to visit who don't want to drop $500 for sushi

I came here for an after hours wind down with a friend, and we both enjoyed ourselves! The hookah…read morewas smooth, fresh, and flavorful. We were able to choose what music we wanted to play. The gentleman who served us was a delight. We'll definitely be back in the near future

They are very nice and accommodating here. Hookah is good. After my first time here, they…read morememorized my order. I was really blown away. They also allow cigarette smoking, which many patrons fully take advantage of. Just something to be aware of if you are sensitive to that as it does smell very strongly of cigarettes. (And you will too) Unfortunately the smell makes me sick, would have been 5 stars from me otherwise. But if you don't mind the smell, you will enjoy your visit and be treated well.

I think I've found my second home at Insomnia ISG Kava Bar and Smoke Shop! As a frequent visitor,…read moreI've come to expect nothing but the best, and every time, they deliver. The atmosphere is chill, the vibes are always on point, and the kava... well, let's just say it's the secret sauce to my happiness. Shoutout to Maysa, the kava tender extraordinaire! She's like the kava whisperer--every drink she makes is magic in a cup. Whether I'm there to unwind after a long day or just to soak in the good vibes, Maysa and the rest of the staff always make me feel like a VIP. Plus, her sense of humor is the cherry on top. You can't help but leave with a smile on your face! If you haven't been to Insomnia yet, what are you even doing with your life? Get over here and join the kava crew--you won't regret it!

The best Kavatender in the Tampa Bay area, Rick, aka. The Big Dipper , makes the best Lemon…read moreLavender Kratom elixirscost me around 2 $15-$20 definitely worth it because they are so . Great atmosphere, cool sober people to meet, chill solo, or with a group. Look for C.J. at the bar playing his mobile pool game. Cool place

I went here with a new friend and the ambience was amazing, great event space for a relaxing night…read more The service was really great as we were watching sports and live music. Fun spot to check out in Ybor ! I met some really cool music artists.

Very clean establishment. Our waitress was very sweet and kind! The place needs better ventilation…read morebecause I smell the entire lounge in my hair now. Drinks were good ... we were about to order food until we realized it comes from an another location where the staff has to walk it up a block amongst random people outside NOT COVERED!! That is disgusting. Please atleast get covers as there are nasty people are walking around outside. DJ needs to play more of a mix. The Caribbean section was requested and last 4 songs. Cover the food, better ventilation and get a more diverse DJ.

I love the castle but they kicked us out an hour early on March 8th because of daylight savings…read moretime. We were hoping for a good time just to be kicked out an hour early because of something out of our control. Frustrating experience.

This was my first time visiting The Castle after hearing so many stories about it. I was super…read moreexcited to experience the legendary venue, but unfortunately, a rowdy crowd of frat boys kind of ruined the vibe. They completely lacked spatial awareness, but luckily, the staff did their best to keep them under control and ensure everyone stayed safe. ​On the positive side, the drinks were excellent and very reasonably priced, and both the music and visuals were spectacular. I really enjoyed that the venue has two floors playing completely different styles of music. ​The main downside applies to the entire venue: throughout both floors, it gets incredibly hot and humid inside, and when it's crowded, the layout makes it very difficult to navigate anywhere in the building. It's an awesome concept, just prepare for the intense heat and tight spots on crowded nights.