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    Tapper Pub

    3.9 (44 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Sandwiches, Dive Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    TAPPER PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box
    Happy hour specials

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    Reuben lunch special
    Jil G.

    I called in and ordered to go. The girl on the phone was very sweet! I ordered Ruben sandwich because it was the lunch special of the day and it did not disappoint. It was served on delicious rye bread and was packed with meat! I could only finish half. The potato salad was delicious too! I added the salt and pepper. The have really cleaned the inside of this bar up. They don't allow smoking inside which is nice because I usually stop in during work and don't like smelling like cigarettes. Definitely check this place out if you're in south Tampa. It seems like a fun neighborhood bar and they have a bunch of drink specials too. Lunch specials are $8 everyday. Grab you Sammie! The man who makes them makes them with a lot of love!

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    Shavonne J.

    I've rode by here & thought to check it out just never got around to it until today... I made time since I was in the area. When I saw they had food I was like yessss, I'm going! Gina greeted me with a warm down home smile, making me feel comfy immediately. I ordered the southwest turkey sandwich...absolutely divine!! The turkey is plenty & everything tasted fresh & delicious! Prices are still reasonable & it definitely feels like a locals gem... I will definitely return & they stay open late. Only con is: there's a slight smell in the place just smells like old building & pipes. Ask for Gina when you go!!

    Ruben sandwich and small pitcher if beer.
    Damian H.

    So, this is my third visit to Tappers. I found it when looking for hole in wall bars. My main issue with place is smoking in there as it just permeates your clothes. The food not bad, the small grill area is behind bar. But, the highlight would be the cheap beer. A small pitcher is only $5.00, there is only 4 varieties on tap. But this bar is a straight throw back to the standard american dive bar. So, if you don't mind smelling of a cigarette and enjoy cheap American beer. This is the place for you.

    Michael R.

    Simple dive bar with locals. Smoking is allowed indoors. They seem to have a nice selection of foreign and domestic beers and a full bar. The service is good and a couple of cute girls.

    Mark H.

    In the style of Brett N, why 5 stars? Because 1967. --- --- --- Much like the fictitious TV Cheers bar, every neighborhood has a local watering hole where everyone knows each other. For folks from the SOG, Bayshore Heights, Palma Ceia and Virginia Park areas, this is that place. This was the first bar I visited on my own accord, and first establishment in which I legally threw back some suds. As if that isn't nostalgic enough, the place was jam-packed full of friends and associates from my high school days, including the bar tenders. It was a fun time back, and a great place to catch up with the local gossip. That's how we used to do before the days of Facebook. I haven't lived in the SOG since 2004, but I still get down there from time-to-time, and when I do I think about the Tapper Pub. Honestly, I never stop by, but that changed last Saturday. I rolled in with La Chica, and I was surprised, but happy, to see it looked exactly as I remembered. Really, the only thing that changed was the prices on sandwiches. That is how a true Tampa dive bar stays relevant for 40 years.

    Viva, the classic pub!

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    Have been going here for years. Love this place, I bring all my friends from out of town to Tapper Pub.

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    Came here two days in a row. Granted it's back to back, but it's still nice to walk in and have the…read morebartender, Samantha, remember my choice of beer. This time I was in here for the shepherd's pie. From being here before, I'd seen someone else order it and noticed it comes in a mini cast iron; he serving option alone is already promising. The shepherd's pie is absolutely delicious, no notes. The mash on top was broiled with just enough crisp, so smooth and creamy underneath. The ground meat below was cooked hot with smoke, and every bite was hearty and rich, with noticeable touches of herb. I don't like peas, so the shepherd's pie here coming with carrots instead makes it even better for me, and the crispy shallots on top give an occasional crunch. So far I've tried three dishes here, and I've been happy with all of them. These dishes are the kind I'd come back for, but this really solidifies the impression that most, if not all, of the menu would be worth trying. Pair that with the friendly, attentive staff and the relaxing atmosphere, and this is for sure a top pick.

    Stopped in here for a beer after watching a movie at the AMC a few miles away. It is an Irish pub…read morewith food. The menus were kind of old and a little soiled so if the food is good here I will never know because I wouldn't touch the menus. Sat at the bar and asked for the name of a beer they had on tap. She gave me a generic answer and it turns out she was right. It was just called Channelside IPA. Still the interaction wasn't very pleasant and in fact was a little awkward. Definitely didn't feel welcome. Also didn't help that I am naturally a smart Alec. All I know is we definitely didn't click. I settled in on a Smithwicks Red Ale. Finished my beer and promptly left. The experience was Meh. The beer was good though.

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    This was my first time trying German food, and Mr. Dunderbak's was a great introduction…read more I ordered the Jägerschnitzel with veal, which is a herb-breaded Wiener schnitzel topped with a rich hunter gravy. The veal was incredibly tender, and the gravy was packed with flavor. It was a satisfying entrée that came with two sides. For my sides, I chose the pierogies and spätzle. The pierogies were honestly my favorite part of the meal. They were fluffy, cheesy, and generously filled. So delicious. I could have eaten a whole plate of just those. The spätzle was soft and well prepared, but compared to everything else, I found it a little boring. The restaurant itself is very cute and has a lot of character. I loved browsing the selection of German snacks, candy, and other imported items available for purchase. It added to the overall experience and made the place feel unique. While I'm not that familiar with German food, I thought this was a pretty good restaurant. Overall, I found German cuisine a little more muted than what I'm personally used to, but I still really enjoyed the meal and the experience. I'd be interested in trying more of the menu.

    The atmosphere is welcoming and the decor is classic German kitsch. However, my visit to the deli…read morewas disappointing. I had such high hopes for this place. :( The selection is very limited and perhaps I missed something (entirely possible), but I did not see a price list for the deli case. We did find a unique assortment of other German products- some we haven't seen in many years. The restaurant portion was quite busy and the customers looked happy. We were flooded with nostalgia and left in hopes of dining in on a less-busy day. I ordered two meats, including the German bologna. During the drive home, my family and I noticed a terrible odor-- the kind where we started pointing fingers at one another. We never suspected that the package from the deli was the source. When we opened it at home, a nauseatingly funky, ammonia-type smell came from the German bologna. While the liverwurst smelled okay, I could not trust it after the bologna and decided against keeping it. Wasted time and money. Dang! The staff is super nice and that was truly a plus. However, I doubt we will be back. My family is very bummed over this.

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