Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in University of South Florida

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1. Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • University

Booked 35 times today

Introducing Birkin's Steak House and Sushi. Two amazing menus under one roof. Great steaks, amazing sushi, craft cocktails, patio and patio bar.Reserve in one of our beautiful dining rooms, high tops around the bar, patio seating or just walk in for a spot at one of our magnificent bars - patio, sushi or steak house. We look forward to seeing you!

2. Ulele

4.8

Exceptional(14582)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 257 times today

Ulele (pronounced you-lay-lee) celebrates the vibrant fusion of ingredients from Florida waters and land once home to many Native Americans, including the legendary young princess Ulele. Located on the Hillsborough River in Tampa Heights, 400 yards from the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Indoor and outdoor waterfront dining. Lunch and dinner daily. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.Featuring intricately flavored, visually appealing dishes prepared on our 10' round barbacoa grill.Ulele operates in the lovingly re-imagined 1903 Tampa Heights Water Works building, which also includes its Ulele Spring Brewery to provide a number of craft beers on tap. Next door to Water Works Park. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the indoor dining rooms.

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3. Ocean Prime - Tampa

4.8

Exceptional(11083)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Tampa

Booked 199 times today

Located at International Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. *Gratuity is automatically added to parties of 6 or more*

4. Rome + Fig

4.4

Awesome(247)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 24 times today

Nestled in the heart of Tampa’s North Hyde Park, our restaurant honors the art of personal connection while enjoying unique culinary experiences. We’re proud to be owner and chef led, infusing more than 20 years of industry knowledge and service into every globally inspired meal.As our guest, you’ll be welcomed into a warm atmosphere by a team that can’t wait to meet you. You’ll dine with the people you love most over elevated classics with a modern twist. Coastal chic accents, an intimate view of our open-kitchen and hand-curated vintage community table will tell the story of our latest adventures, as you casually exchange stories of your own. We hope for Rome + Fig to serve as your new home away from home.

5. Timpano Hyde Park

4.4

Awesome(3610)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tampa

Booked 84 times today

Nestled in the heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the warmth of an Italian kitchen during the day and the energy of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night. A rustic elegance surrounds you with the fresh decor and foliage, the lively music, and the menu featuring comfort classics with a modern twist. Like any neighborhood kitchen in the Italian countryside, Timpano Hyde Park offers a seat for everyone in a warm and comfortable setting.

6. JOTORO

4.6

Exceptional(715)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Tampa

Booked 20 times today

JOTORO Kitchen + Tequila Bar is located at Sparkman Wharf in downtown Tampa. Michelin Star chef and partner Joe Isidori has created a Mexican mash-up menu inspired by East LA with fabulous Asian twists and turns. Whether it's date night, late night, or your next event, JOTORO is your perfect place. We like to say JOTORO is where mariachi meets old school hip hop. Our bar serves up hand-shaken cocktails, craft-batched margaritas, and over 50 labels of premium tequilas. JOTORO is a full-service, 220-seat eatery that feels like a neighborhood taco joint featuring a comfortable and rustic feel with one of a kind eclectic art designed exclusively for the space. We have created two outdoor covered patios that flank the prime corner of Sparkman Wharf, which is the perfect spot for people watching and dramatic views of the skyline at night.

7. American Social Tampa

4.5

Awesome(2037)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tampa

Booked 126 times today

Eat, Drink and Be Social.American Social is the place to eat, drink and be social. High-energy atmosphere. Award-winning menu. Live entertainment. Unique cocktails. Local beer and so much more. All in a space designed for electric, social experiences. Where conversations flow free and connections run deep. Where the stage is always set for having a good time. Located on Harbour Island, just across the Garrison Channel from downtown, AmSo Tampa is the perfect location to take in views of the Tampa skyline and enjoy the waterfront with good company and great food and drinks.

8. Sal Y Mar

4.1

Excellent(353)

Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Tampa

Booked 17 times today

Midtown Tampa’s premiere rooftop bar and lounge with 360° views of Downtown Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater.Inspired by the Riviera Maya town of Tulum, Sal Y Mar’s (Salt and Sea) casual yet sophisticated vibe adds a unique flavor to the mix of dining offerings in Midtown, with a setting and menu rich in old-world influence. With 360-degree views of the Tampa, Westshore, and St. Petersburg skylines, Sal Y Mar offers an unconventional rooftop experience, where guests can mingle effortlessly with residents and neighbors against an unrivaled backdrop.

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9. Kona Grill - Tampa

3.9

Excellent(2700)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Tampa

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill Tampa, located at MetWest International in the heart of Tampa’s Westshore Business District, across from International Plaza. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

10. Anchor and Brine

4.5

Awesome(274)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Tampa

Booked 36 times today

Located at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. Anchor and Brine features a refined yet approachable seafood-forward menu, taking inspiration from the surrounding setting, creating a seamless connection to the waterfront while offering locally-influenced fresh seafood favorites and craft cocktail pairings.

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Chantel
Tampa / Central Florida West •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I usually order a filet which is always delicious but this time I decided to go Italian. I ordered the chicken Parmesan and my cousin ordered the ravioli. Both were yummy!! We finished off with the amazing brownie dessert. Birkin’s is a much needed restaurant in this area. You can’t go wrong with the sushi, steaks or Italian dishes. We already have reservations for Valentines Day!! I have only one complaint from last night. We were disappointed the coffee maker was not working. The hot coffee would have been excellent on a very cold night with our delicious brownie dessert
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Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• University
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4.4
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Michael
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A fantastic dining experience for upscale, tablecloth service. Everything is made in house and you can tell the difference in the quality of food. Great choices of starters, soups and salads, seafood and prime cuts of meat. Dessert is amazing and a good choice of dessert beverages too accompany the sweets.
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Ocean Prime - TampaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Tampa
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4.8
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Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is one of my favorite Tampa restaurants! I've never had a negligible dish. The service and atmosphere is great. Usually I have a hard time hearing, but it was a full restaurant tonight, andI was able to hear the table conversation. Can't speak more highly of this place.
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UlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa
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4.8
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Eric
Indiana •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent menu, wine selection and the food and ambiance were outstanding. Saltimbocca and sea bass were fabulous. Clearly one of Tampa’s finest restaurants.
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Timpano Hyde ParkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tampa
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4.4
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Adam
New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
If you want a relaxed atmosphere with great food and fantastic service make this your number one Brunch spot.
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Rome + FigPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tampa
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4.4

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

2. Ulele

3. Ocean Prime - Tampa

4. Rome + Fig

5. Timpano Hyde Park

6. JOTORO

7. American Social Tampa

8. Sal Y Mar

9. Kona Grill - Tampa

10. Anchor and Brine

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