Barterhouse Ybor is an Inventive American Cuisine Come in…read moreand enjoy a welcoming atmosphere like no other and see why this place is a favorite from the locals. Restaurant where imaginative craft cocktails are the stars of this elevated-yet-cozy bar and eatery. Located just steps from the 8th Avenue trolley in Historic Ybor, Barterhouse is home to well curated plates and a fancy feeling of nostalgia. their guest, you'll be met with a warm dining room emphasized by an open chef's kitchen, fashioned to delight and inspire. My wife and i had the pleasure to try their Southern Savor Tasting and Pairing Experience. One word: Phenomenal. An Enjoyable experience with the Chef and Host. Very soon open to the Public for the Locals to experience . Stay Tune. Afterwards I encourage you to lounge at their speakeasy-inspired bar, stocked with local brews, fine wine by the glass and classic 1940's libations with a modern twist. You can't go wrong visiting BarterHouse in Ybor City. Come in and Enjoy . What we had: 1) Southern Gold Shrimp- the Alabama White Sauce made this plate exquisite 2) Pork Secreto- Tender and Savory Pork with Chorizo and Bacon pickled raisins. Dirty Rice makes it a great combination. 3) Butter Porched Catch- the Chimichurri with Califlour Puree made the fish delicious. 4) Tommy's Farm Steak- Tender steak mixed with peppercorn sauce is a go-to . 5) Out of the drinks- the Rosalita and Diara Chardonnay were our favorites.

We arrived early for a dinner reservation and were so happy there were only 2 people at the bar so…read morethe 4 of us could sit down and enjoy a drink together. The atmosphere was super festive and we were looking forward to our evening. The bartender was friendly and took our drink order. We waited an extremely long time and his excuse was he had to climb up to get a bottle of Grey Goose. After waiting so long he still forgot the one drink which we thought was what took so long, an old fashioned. The two other customers got an additional drink while we were waiting. We were 15 minutes late for our reservation, which didn't matter because there were only 2 tables of patrons. Our server in training came by and dropped off paper Christmas menus and brought us water. Then we waited and waited and finally our sever arrived. We asked for the menu and she said the only thing they had was this special Christmas menu, which was basically all appetizers. This is NOT what we planned when making reservations weeks ago. So disappointing! We ended up leaving and having dinner elsewhere.

I have always liked this place, and I sometimes visit when I am in town…read more The ambiance is awesome. Last night, I ordered the Cuban sandwich. It was FANTASTIC!!! I loved it. Howeverrrrr..... I may slightly resemble Uncle Fester, but that does NOT give a server an excuse to not approach me at all. From the moment I sat down, I waited a while until I kindly asked for a menu. The barmaid gave it to me, without saying anything else. Then I had to notify her that I was ready to order, after waiting a few minutes. After I told her I wanted the Cuban sandwich, she said "okay" and walked away. She brought the plate to me, and set it in front of me without saying anything. Nor did she swing by, to ask how my food was. The guy with the dark haired bowl-cut was the ONLY one who asked how my food was, and he wasn't even my waiter! I was too kind to give her a tip anyway. Some people jussssst do not belong in customer service, if they lack communication skills or common sense. I didn't feel comfortable with staying there, after the cold reception from the barmaid, and left.

After arriving to St. Petersburg, we wanted to check out a lively area on Saturday night. 7th…read moreAvenue in downtown Tampa was hoppin!! We stopped in Gasper's Grotto for drinks and a bite to eat!! They had a great DJ playing and it was so much fun. There were bachelor & bachorlette parties coming thru. Everyone was having a great time!! Cayla was a great bartender and she made fantastic drinks with great service (eventhough it was busy) and was super sweet!! The wings and fries were really good. We tried the dry rub wings- mustang ranch and smokehouse sweet & spicy! So good!! We lucked out and found a parking spot on the street! But there are pay parking lots. You pay for parking on an app. We had a great time there!!

I had a great experience at The Bricks! They have an entirely new food and drink menu…read more They have happy hour on weekdays from 12p-6pm and live music on the weekends. I tried the mac and cheese, the ahi tuna bowl, and my favorite was the Versace hot dog (crispy bacon, truffle aioli, arugula, hot honey). Emma was my waitress and she was friendly and attentive. There's metered street parking available and a nearby parking garage.

After an early afternoon meeting in Ybor and not having eaten anything yet I went into an empty…read more"The Bricks" to check it out. The CAESAR - romaine, garlic croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing with bacon was outstanding. That and a beer made my day. Sure, I was hungry but in writing this I want to go back and have it again! Okay, I'm hungry now too but I really don't think that's the entire story. Bar service was amazing. I dig the Peanuts theme for the restrooms - Chucks and Chicks.

Not a local, but I've visited this place every time I've been in Tampa because I just enjoy the…read morefood so much. The fish, alligator bites, chicken - doesn't matter what protein it is - all taste fresh and delicious. On this visit, we tried the soft shell crab and couldn't get enough! The combination of spices and ingredients were well paired. Even our salad was on point. Adding 4 stars because although the food was great, the drinks selection was not on the same level. If you're not a drinker, the mocktail I tried was also average (a bit on the sweeter side), so be sure to ask your server for recommendations. Service was great and because they get so busy the service is efficient. Our server was nice, helpful, and energetic. Recommend reservations, to avoid long waits!

Exquisite food, good vibes and the oysters were to DIE FOR. Kudos to our chef and server of the…read morenight. Ulele sits right at the end of the Riverwalk. Ample space to sit outside and you can't go wrong with a Frosé from the outside bar.

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!

Well, I gave it a try based on a local friends recommendation, but was very disappointed and…read morewished, as I left, that I had lunch at one of the many food stalls in Armature works. Ambiance was, it was a BEAUTIFUL, clean and very well maintained restaurant, including the rest rooms. Service was just as outstanding as the physical facility. EVERYONE we encountered was friendly, professional and said Hi! Unfortunately, their food was as 'on point' as the rest of the experience. We ordered the 'Roast Beef Sandwich' and the 'Avocado Shrimp Toast'. Ok, I'll start with the Roast Beef Sammy-Thick Cold Bread, not room temp, not toasted, but thick cold bread (of which I ate about 1/4 of it. Now the Roast Beef, cold (not a problem) but sliced just too thick so when I took a bite, I could not chew through it and the entire slab of slices pulled out of the sandwich and gave me a 'Chin Slap'! The Au Jus was spectacular! Literally French Onion Soup without the crouton or cheese. Overall, NOT a sandwich worth $18. The other meal was their'Avocado Shrimp Toast', ANOTHER HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT, ESPECIALLY for $18!! 2 small pieces of cold toasted bread, a THIN layer of avocado and ONE SHRIMP CUT IN 1/2 on each slice of bread. NOT A VALUE for $18. What made it worse was that my wife was NEVER offered or received a coffee refill. They DID constantly refill our waters and my Iced Tea. Service 4 Ambiance 5 Food 2 Overall 3

Yard House is great, but the real MVP tonight was **Rikki** behind the bar. I asked for my…read moresignature drink...Pink Dragon with no rim....and she nailed it immediately, like we've been best friends for years. Let me tell you, there's a difference between "bartender made" and **Rikki made**. She didn't just get the order right, she made the whole experience feel effortless and fun!!!! Friendly, attentive, and somehow my drink was exactly the vibe I wanted.......balanced, refreshing, and perfectly executed!!!!! Do yourself a favor and come through. If Rikki working, you're in good hands. I'm already planning my next visit like it's an appointment with the Pink Dragon.

This was our third time visiting Yard House in Tampa, and once again, it did not disappoint! The…read morestaff was amazing and somehow the food was even better. Usually when you go to a restaurant with a HUGE menu, you kind of expect everything to be good but nothing to be really great. That's what makes Yard House different. Every meal I've had here has been fresh, flavorful, and genuinely delicious. We had the Korean Beef Cheesesteak, and that thing was SO flavorful and absolutely packed with meat. My husband loves cheesesteaks and said it's one of the best non-Philly cheesesteaks he's had! The fries were great too. I had the Garlic Beef Noodles, and OMG. So good! They're not super spicy at first, but the spice definitely creeps up on you after a few bites. Be prepared for the runny nose! The beef was incredibly flavorful, and everything together with the noodles and veggies was just chef's kiss. My son had the pizza and loved it. He said the dough was crispy on the outside but still soft, with just the right amount of sauce and cheese. And yes, I stole a bite--it was good! We also tried the Hibiscus Mule mocktails. They were refreshing and tasted good, although they were a little heavy-handed with the ginger beer for us. Still enjoyable, just very gingery. Overall, this place continues to be a win for us. Great service, great food, tons of options, and we've yet to have a bad meal here. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in Tampa. Now I just need Yard House to bring a location to Jax, because I would probably be there every weekend.

Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon while visiting Ybor. Sat in the open air outdoor section which…read morehas a covered bar and plenty of tables. There is also an indoor space with bar and more tables and the brewing tanks. We were allowed to sample some beers before making our drink choices. A full kaleidoscope of styles is available as well as full bar. One of our group ordered an espresso martini! They have a full kitchen and great menu. After we finished lunch we headed inside to grab some merch. Some cool stuff and had some assistance with picking items and sizes. Will be planning to stop here again next time we are up n the area!

Tampa Bay Brewing Company in Ybor City offers a wide variety of options across both food and beer,…read moremaking it a solid stop for groups with different tastes. We sampled the local Reef Donkey brew, which definitely lived up to the hype--smooth, flavorful, and well balanced. A great choice if you're new to their beer lineup. We started with the hot pretzel served with queso and mustard. It came out warm, soft, and perfectly salted--ideal for sharing and easily one of the highlights of the visit. The pizza was generously topped and very cheesy, which we appreciated, though the quality of the sausage could use some improvement to better match the rest of the ingredients. We also tried the hot chicken tenders with hot honey drizzle. Flavor-wise, they were decent, but the portion size felt closer to boneless wings than tenders. The fries were hot and crispy, but overall the chicken itself could benefit from a crispier exterior. Worth noting for future guests: the Red Eye cider buffalo sauce comes with a $1 upcharge. Overall, this is a fun spot with a strong beer program and solid starters. Hoping to return in about six months to see improvements and refinements to the food offerings, as the potential here is definitely there.

Came here for a quick drink we had another event to go to one of the few places that there is no…read moresmoking. It is a poor city. I get it. It's cigar city good selection of draft. Beers service is good. I like it.

Good experience for a late lunch at Ybor City Tap House yesterday! After flying into Tampa we…read morewanted to stretch our legs a bit so walked the Main Street in Ybor City and stopped here for lunch. If you are a beer drinker, this definitely is the spot for you as they have a plethora of craft beers both on draught and in bottles. We don't drink but did enjoy a craft root beer from Abita that was quite good! Everyone enjoyed their meals and the service was very pleasant and swift. I had the fish tacos which were really nice and were served with tortilla chips and a side of salsa. Pretty good lunch fare but if I ordered this for dinner, a third taco would have done the trick. The bathroom was another story. It was fifty and the odor was rough and the toilet was actually missing the top of it. It was the kind of spot that would make the heartiest of sailors blush. Would definitely check out this spot again for a good, quick bite.

In town visiting my son in channelside. We decided to stop in for lunch. Our server was Ashley…read more She was very good. I had the steak tacos since it was taco Tuesday. My one son had a bacon cheeseburger and the other had a chicken Caesar wrap with mac and cheese. We shared beef nachos as well. Everything was very good. Food came out quick. The place has a good vibe. Worth coming to if you are in the area.

Went here for dinner. The place was empty. Also, it's a little dark inside…read more Service was a little slow. And it took time for them to return. Food was okay/good. Can't say I would return.

Can be an odd location, but there's plenty of parking areas around if you can't get any on the…read morestreet. Food is amazing and super fresh. I've been before but finally decided to write a review. Everything I've had from this place is tasty and makes my belly happy. I'm not the biggest fan of the crust on the Mac n cheese, but all of it has been good. Service behind the counters is great. Super happy workers and chatty too (not in a bad way). One perk is that there is plenty of seating space. Most of it is outside, but there is definitely seating indoors as well. Give this place a shot if you haven't. Definitely worth it.

The food was good and plentiful. Definitely recommend this place…read more Service was good and ambiance fine. Only downside was there were no metal forks available. We were told 5 minutes, but 25 minutes later they still weren't available. The plastic forks were difficult for me to use due to a hand issue.