This place was close to the AirBnb I was staying at, so it was convenience to pop into! Nice space inside with games to borrow, pool, darts. Looked like the patio was nice and large too, but no one was out there when we went. Menu had a lot of options for drinks, so we were able to find something interesting to try that we liked! Would recommend! read more

I used to enjoy c. 1949 back in the day, but I've been slowly less impressed over the years and have gone quite less as a result. Multiple times, I've had wine that you can tell is old (they've repoured for me - but I'm talking quite old), and I feel like the environment has changed a bit. I also really don't like the blind tiger - it's pretty bad and way too expensive - so you can now catch me never going back. read more

#service#ambiance we love going on Saturday Night. Matty is behind the bar and the music is great. There are several tv's on, some with sports and some with movies. At least once a month is karaoke, normally on Saturday night, with Allie and it's a blast. Everyone is great. The atmosphere is fun. Just friends having a good time in their neighborhood pub. read more

Circa 1949 - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I'm visiting from out of town (where the beers are also amazing, so my standards are high!) and randomly wandered into this spot--and wow, I'm so glad I did! They had such a great selection of craft beers--like, actual thoughtful choices, not just the usual suspects. I tried a local hazy IPA and a sour that was giving tropical vacation vibes and both were seriously delish. But honestly? The real star was the bartender, Ashley. SO sweet, super knowledgeable, and just made me feel really welcome even though I was flying solo. You can tell they love what they do, and that kind of energy totally changes your experience. The vibe inside was chill but cozy, with just enough cool lighting to make you feel cute but not like you're in a nightclub (thankfully). Definitely a great spot to post up with a pint and unwind. Would absolutely come back next time I'm in town. read more

5-Star Review of Seminole Heights Blind Tiger by Frank Miranda As someone who has seen Seminole Heights evolve over the years, I can say with full confidence: Blind Tiger is not just a bar--it's a revival. Today, I stopped by their Oktoberfest celebration, and I've got to tell you, I haven't had a day this enjoyable in quite some time. The Blind Tiger, housed in the space formerly known as Circa 1949, is nothing short of a transformation done right. If you remember Circa, well, let me assure you--this place is a whole lot nicer. The folks behind Blind Tiger have kept the charm of the old building intact, but elevated the atmosphere entirely. Gone are the days of dim lighting and hit-or-miss seating. In its place is a beautifully curated, warm space that feels both nostalgic and brand new at the same time. You can still sense the history in the walls, but now it's paired with an attention to detail that makes you want to sit, sip, and stay awhile. Now, about that Oktoberfest. I wasn't sure what to expect when I walked in, but the smells alone stopped me in my tracks. I followed my nose straight to the grill, where they were serving up authentic Bratwurst, Weisswurst, and--my personal favorite--Currywurst. These were not your average sausages. No, these were the kind of Würste that take you straight to a beer garden in Munich with just one bite. Perfectly seasoned, juicy, and served with fresh, tangy sauerkraut and soft, warm pretzels on the side. If I closed my eyes, I could hear the Oompah band and clinking steins. Of course, no Oktoberfest is complete without the beer, and the Blind Tiger didn't disappoint. Their tap list featured an impressive selection of German brews--Weihenstephaner, Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen, and even a local Märzen-style lager brewed just for the occasion. I went with the Paulaner, and it paired beautifully with the brat. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly excited to be part of the celebration. It wasn't just service--it was hospitality. What truly sets Blind Tiger apart, though, is the community vibe. It's a place that welcomes you in, whether you're a longtime local like myself or just discovering Seminole Heights. You get the sense that this isn't just another bar trying to cash in on nostalgia--it's a thoughtfully built gathering space, honoring the past while building something fresh for the future. To anyone still mourning the loss of Circa 1949, I hear you--but trust me, this is better. Cleaner, classier, and full of energy. Blind Tiger has taken the torch and run with it. I'll be back next week. And probably the week after that. Prost! --Frank Miranda read more

Good time today at c.1949. Great service and great craft beer... and mimosas :) Friendliest staff on the block! Played Dominoes at the bar with a group of friends. Played pool and darts! They had a couple of food trucks today... Cool vibe and good seating. We will be back sometime. read more

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They always have some great selections of craft beers. They often have features of different breweries and highlight several of their beers at a time. They have a nice indoor bar with some tables inside but a very nice patio area with plenty of space and tables. They often have live music playing on the patio and food trucks right outside. They have a great vibe, relaxing and chill. Open at 4 Monday to Friday and open at noon Saturday and Sunday. read more

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Great beer. Great selection. Great service but not tap fingers food so please add some.

Syringe in the parking lot, and a bit of musty smell upon entering but nice friendly staff with craft beers from local breweries on tap or canned and bottled. Great patio space with fountain. read more

Circa 1949 - C. 1949 - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Decided to try a new place in the area. I am going to keep this short and simple since we didn't have food and they don't serve any anyways. Tucked on the corner of Sligh and N Orleans Avenue is this beer bar. There is a pool table and dart board along with a little side table with board and card games to play while sipping on a good cold brew. They have a vast selection of beers on tap. Trust me, you won't have a problem finding something. There is plenty of seating inside, but they also have a really nice outdoor area to enjoy that is covered. If you are hungry, there is a food truck parked right on the outside of the entrance to the "beer garten". I am not sure if they change the food truck, but at the time that we went, it happened to be a Taco truck. The staff is engaging and super nice. We will definitely be back the next time we are in that area. YELPERS....claim your 50% off of your first draft upon your very first check-in offer!! read more

Circa 1949 - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I like c. 1949! I have been coming to this local bar for the past few years. There is a great covered outdoor patio area. The bar has ample seating and TVs to watch sports. The staff has been friendly and helpful. The staff will help you find the right beer or sour for your taste. They are always willing to give you a sample. There are food trucks that go to circa on a rotating basis (Saucin Wings, xtreme tacos etc) There is a link on C. 1949's Facebook page with the food truck of the night. Check out C. 1949's Facebook page for updates. If you are in the neighborhood then swing by and check out c. 1949! read more

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We love this place. We live several miles away, but it's our go to bar. The bartenders are great and they have a great selection of beers. They have several TVs for sports and there is large patio outside where they often have events. There is a food truck onsite almost always. read more

From time to time if I am in this neighborhood, I enjoy going to this hidden gem. It has an indoor bar scene as well as an outdoor beer garden. Inside is a bit of a sports bar with the TVs. They have a nice selection of craft beers, as well as, a few ciders. They are not a restaurant and don't serve food. However, they do get food trucks on certain days. You would just have to do some research or just call them to see what's going to be there if you need something to eat. Otherwise, you need to eat ahead of time (or after). There's a decent amount of parking, but on busier nights, you may find yourself parking on grass/dirt lot. It's a nice start for a casual drinking experience. It has a chill, very casual vibe. read more

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Have been wanting to come here for a while and finally did! They were wrapping up a wedding reception and shared the left over desserts with us. SCORE! The bartender was friendly, knowledgeable and patient as we picked our way through the huge list of beers. Ended up getting a flight and then a couple more. read more

Circa 1949 - Saturday night - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This place was phenomenal! Their beer selection is completely out of this world! I had the bartender make me a random flight of beer and I was not disappointed with any of the beers I tried! If you're an IPA fan I highly suggest getting the G13 IPA! The inside is a bit small with the primary inside seating being the chairs surrounding the bar with a few tables away from the bar. There was a delicious Mexican food truck that sold food right in front of the outside patio seating for the bar. The food is allowed inside the bar as well. I truly enjoyed my steak quesadilla and IPA. Will definitely be going back! read more

Circa 1949 - G13 IPA, Drone Thugs & Harmony, Death Roll - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Awesome little bar! We showed up on a day they were having a macaroni and cheese competition and had the opportunity to be the judges. A lot of fun. read more

Always have a good time at this spot. Lots of locals here and you can tell! Awesome selection of beers. Love the patio area. We like to play darts too. Service is always fast and friendly read more

Y'all, you get 50% off on your first draft beer. That alone is worth a reason to make a stop! My hubs said he saw it on the way to King of the Coop, a spot we scoped out & after having their spicy Nashville Chicken - needed something to calm down our taste buds! My hubs got a Weinstephaner Hefeweizen & I ended with 7venth Sun Graffiti Orange Wheat (local) after trying 4 different porter/stouts - none were calling out to me at all that night. 5 stars for Matt for being so kind as I sampled different beers trying to figure what I wanted. The Weinstephaner was better compared to the Graffiti Orange because to me it was more robust & I like a heavier beer compared to lighter beers. Check out the courtyard area that includes a jenga set with plenty of outdoor seating - one of the most dog friendly places on the inside & outside. They don't serve food, but have gourmet popcorn as an option - love that choice, even though it's not as substantial as a meal, it's still a great choice & snack! read more

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Beautiful outdoor patio, nice inside ambiance, friendly and attentive staff, and an abundance of unique drinks!! I enjoy the creme brulee draft, and the pumpkin CGBG draft!! If I'm in the mood for anything sweet, I usually get the white sangria, riesling, or ANY of their ciders really. Theres also a food truck conveniently placed right outside the establishment. I recommend!! read more

This is our local!! We love coming to Circa. All of the bartenders are amazing, so knowledgeable and friendly! We've had parties here before Covid and everyone was so accommodating to our requests! Thank you Ashley, Matt, Ashley II, Dylan we love you guys !!! read more

Circa 1949 - Andrew having a sour. - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I visited this bar as part of the Brew Bus Ugly Sweater tour. This is a great little neighborhood bar with a nice outside patio. They have an extensive beer and cider menu, lots of tvs inside and a couple dart boards. The restrooms were clean. They also had a watering station outside for dogs so I assume the patio is pet friendly. I had a pear cider here, and if you check in on Yelp, like I did, you get 50% off your first drink! I would go here more if I lived in the neighborhood but it is still someplace to think about going another time. read more

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Bartender is very knowledgeable and fun to hang out with at the bar :) Love the variety of beers. Will definitely be coming back!

This bar has something for just about everyone! After brunch this past Sunday, I decided to stop here since I was in the Seminole Heights area and had noticed that the Brew Bus recently added this as a stop. It was a rainy day so I figured it was a good opportunity to check out a new local bar. So glad I did! One of my new favorites!!! Here's why... 1) A hidden gem. It's located within walking distance to Lowry Park Zoo and in a very small square shaped building on Sligh. No windows. Small parking lot. You have probably driven by without even noticing it if you live anywhere near this area. 2) A dark bar with a beautiful patio. This is honestly my one of my favorite combos when I want a bevvie. Great on rainy or sunny days. The inside literally has no windows and is dimly lit. Tons of TVs though so you are entertained. A pool table, darts and they also host the Church of Nintendo occasionally! If it's nice out? Hit the patio and enjoy our beautiful weather!! 3 and most importantly) Excellent and very diverse beer selection with very fair pricing!! OH, AND 50% OFF OF YOUR FIRST BEER WITH YELP CHECK IN. You're welcome. My bartender readily accepted and applied the discount. The beer selection is really good and they will mark off the beers that have tapped so you don't have to face the disappointment of hearing "sorry we don't have it anymore" after you've spent 20 minutes deciding. They also have wines and sangria. Sorry folks, no liquor here. 4) The staff is knowledgable and friendly! They are super attentive and when I presented my check in, they automatically acknowledged the discount without question. They keep this bar super clean. Even the bathrooms were spotless. 5) If you are hungry...well they don't serve hot food, but there are other options if you get the beer munchies. They have a line of gourmet popcorn to purchase. They also host Stuft (hand pies of all kinds including a vegetarian option) and they are stationed on the patio under a tent. Food trucks visit regularly so check their Facebook page. And if all else fails, bring your own food! I highly recommend checking this place out. It's super unique in a weird location. If the parking lot is full you can park a couple of establishments down at this strange little place with a fence around it (it's clearly marked as "c 1949 parking". Overall, a great little addition to our craft beer scene here in Tampa. Check it out!! read more

Circa 1949 - Stuft serves from the patio if you get hungry - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Let's get straight to the point.....chill place, wonderful vibe....excellent choices of beers. This place is non pretentious ....will definitely come back !! read more

Circa 1949 - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I am here visiting my daughter wanted to go explore the City. Came across this place. They have over 200 plus different beers. The prices are not bad. The bartender is amazing and the people are super friendly. They only have snacks so if you want to eat dinner before you get drinks F.Y.I. Now you know. This a very clean place I will absolutely come back. They also have a nice place set up outside. read more

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Great local spot on Seminole Heights for beer and wine. Great outdoor area that's covered and lit up if you're there until the evening hours. Food trucks come often if you need a nosh while drinking. Friendly staff who are willing to assist if you're stumped by the selection. Will definitely be back! read more

Circa 1949 - Outdoor patio - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Great place! The atmosphere is amazing. It's a great place to hang with friends no matter what vibe you're going for. If you want the traditional bar vibe then go inside where the bar is. There are also plenty of televisions and games. If you want a more relaxed vibe for chilling with friends then head to the courtyard. It's outdoors and there's plenty of seating available. It's also right next to where the food trucks park. The parking lot is a little small in the area immediately surrounding the building. The staff is super friendly and definitely make me want to come back! read more

This is a great place for endless bloody marys on a Sunday. They also have tons of great craft beers. read more

Circa 1949 - Spicy Bloody Mary - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Hosted a baby shower outside here, and it was perfect. They were really accommodating and helpful in keeping food cool for us while we set up, and they did a great job managing drink orders for a large group. read more

I love this bar! My guy and I spent a few hours one day in Tampa and I found c.1949 through a quick Yelp search of local bars. Honestly the Yelp check in deal was what initially drew me in, but this place is great for other reasons as well. We arrived early on a weekday so the bar was pretty empty. We were able to spend some time looking at the menu and getting some suggestions from the bartender. She gave us a history of the bar and told us what some of the more popular beers are. I personally loved the MIA cucumber hrd wtr. Not technically a beer, but it's amazing! My guy initially started out with an IPA and then ended up with the hrd wtr as well. This place does have a lot of beer choices though and I'm glad to see so many Florida beers on tap! We don't live locally, but we definitely plan on stopping back in the next time we're in Tampa! read more

Fantastic covered, outdoor seating on their patio is perfect for enjoying drinks with friends. There was a downpour when we visited and we were still able to be outdoors, felt comfortable and enjoyed their vast menu of beverages. They even had cider options for those requiring GF options. read more

Circa 1949 - a glass of water with ice and a straw - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This is my favorite bar. Cool neighborhood vibe and the staff is awesome. Ashley, Ashley Mae, and Matt are so friendly. read more

Circa 1949 - a bar filled with wine glasses - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

They allow dogs and have decent snacks. Also have an outside area. The highlight of this place is their beer selection, which is as good as it gets in Tampa. read more

B E A U T I F U L. BAR. Ashely is a gem within a gem of local craft beer bar. She was an outstanding bartender. The one that is as cool as a cucumber who doesn't crack under pressure no matter what "Sligh Walker" or normal douchbag comes along. After three months of a break from drinking I proceeded to get heavily intoxicated by some of the best brews I've ever had; light lavender scotch ale, neon white ipas, Miami brews and even coppertail. I watched Ashely help a poor drunken bicyclist and his wiener dog into an uber instead of seeing him off down the wrong path. She is amazing! The bar is one of my favorites I've visited in the Tampa st. P area since moving here from Oakland CA. C 1949 has so much to offer from a gorgeous large bar to 35 brews on tap, plenty of room for parties or private conversations even a large patio outdoor area well lit and covered by greenery. Adult games like large is ya, darts, pool offered. Brown bag popcorn co also is offered. It's just popcorn but it's sooooooooooo worth it. Pickle and dill, truffle, Siracha..... I hate that I'm moving away to Jax but know this will be a place I speak of to everyone. I'll make it a stop anytime I visit. Thank you Ashely!!! read more

GREAT selection of beers and a great outdoor patio with live music playing regularly. This is a nice little neighborhood bar. The inside was smaller than the pictures would have you believe but the action was outside when we went. Eat dinner before you get here unless they have a food truck-which they often do. read more

The girlfriend and I come hear about once a month. It is one of the best craft beer bars in the city. There are at least 50 beers on tap with many options for bottles and cans. Plus, they have really great specialty pop corn for snacks. We like to come here on either Friday or Saturday nights to enjoy the acoustic music that is normally playing in their back garden. Unlike many bars, the musicians aren't blasting so loud that you can't talk with the person next to you and they are almost always rather skilled musicians. For an added bonus, since they don't serve food outside of snacks, there is normally a food truck or a pizza stand set up outside. To give this place a perfect cherry on top, they are one of the more dog friendly bars in the city of Tampa. read more

First time visitors and we were the last to leave. Real friendly bar experience with real friendly people. Great gathering place where everyone is anyone and someone worth meeting. Good beer selection and don't miss the jerky. If your looking for a place to hang with friends, have some drinks while watching a game, that has a maximum of "no stress" factor, this is the place. read more

Stopped in here last week for Taco Tuesday when Taco Traveler was visiting and was impressed with the indoor bar and outside deck. It's a little too hot right now to be outside - but still it was well-kept and inviting. The craft beer menu was extensive and filled with tons of local favorites including lots of newly released beers. We need more of these around Tampa Bay - Brandon would be a great place to open one of these and I like the mixed-use concept with food trucks on the side of the bar. The bar staff was friendly and patient especially with my friend who has probably 1,000 questions about drink menus no matter where we go. I'll be back sometime in the future. read more

Circa 1949 - Beer Bar Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Very chill neighborhood bar with a local vibe with a cool view of the street if you sit in their outdoor area. Live music on the weekends (I think). They honored the half off first draft from Yelp, which was awesome (sometimes, businesses can be stingy about that and about "old Yelp offers"). The bartenders were attentive and immediately gave us a menu upon seating outside (without my even telling anyone). Outside vibe was very nice. Drink selection was on point. It's definitely a great place to spend an evening if you want to avoid many of the cluster---- bars that seem to litter South Tampa. My only complaint is the parking. Who's bright idea was it to put parallel parking 20 feet behind a regular parking space? read more

Friends and I have been going to 49 for years now- Chill, friendly vibe on any given day or night. Staff is amazingly badass (truly) and really makes everyone feel like home. If you get a chance to stop in, make sure you do so. Don't miss the opportunity! Enjoy some craft beer or wine, meet new people, and have some comfort food. :) Leigh read more