Award-winning

Lilac

4.8

711 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

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2 people

Apr 17, 2025

April 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for fine wines

Lilac, the Michelin-Starred Mediterranean restaurant helmed by the esteemed Chef John Fraser, redefines the art of dining. It features signature elements of Chef Fraser's Mediterranean cuisine mastery, explored through fresh Floridian ingredients.

Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, the dining room’s open concept, walnut flooring, and glowing pendant globes surround an eight-seat Christian Liaigre chef’s counter and a lively open kitchen, creating a convivial, yet elevated environment. Taking its cues from Fraser’s Greek heritage and his admiration of Turkish and French cuisines, Lilac’s menu is a balance of fresh, seasonal, and locally-sourced items with bold flavors and exquisite presentations.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 771-8022
Website
https://www.editionhotels.com/tampa/restaurants-and-bars
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
John Fraser

Location
500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
Neighborhood
Tampa
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

MOTHER'S DAY AFTERNOON TEA AT LILAC
$85.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Indulge in a moment of timeless elegance with a special High Tea service at Lilac this Mother’s Day. Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary flute of champagne or sparkling tea, followed by unlimited pours of fine teas by Palais des Thés and a delicate selection of sweet and savory petit fours served on a tiered étagère. It's an invitation to relax and savor the finer things, honoring the women we cherish most.
SOMMELIER EXPERIENCE
$295.00 per person
Apr 15, 2025 - Apr 17, 2025
Embark on an exploration of refined flavors with the Wine Pairing Experience at Lilac. Our expert sommelier will guide you through a selection of wines tailored to complement the complexities of every dish you choose. As you savor each pour, you’ll uncover new dimensions of flavor that unfold sip by sip, revealing unexpected layers and nuanced taste notes. Experience available for up to eight guests. Reserve for an unforgettable evening of discovery and sophistication.
SOMMELIER EXPERIENCE
$295.00 per person
May 13, 2025 - May 15, 2025
Embark on an exploration of refined flavors with the Wine Pairing Experience at Lilac. Our expert sommelier will guide you through a selection of wines tailored to complement the complexities of every dish you choose. As you savor each pour, you’ll uncover new dimensions of flavor that unfold sip by sip, revealing unexpected layers and nuanced taste notes. Experience available for up to eight guests. Reserve for an unforgettable evening of discovery and sophistication.

Popular dishes

Champagne Cocktails
Seasonal offerings prepared tableside from our trolley
- MP
ITALIAN MARTINI$20.00
prosciutto washed bombay dry, lillet, tomato water
ARTICHOKE NEGRONI$25.00
artichoke infused hendrick’s gin, campari, cocchi di torino
BITTER CHOCOLATE BOULEVARDIER$22.00
michter’s rye, campari, giffard crème de cacao sweet vermouth, chocolate bitters
MEDITERRENEAN MILK PUNCH$21.00
grey goose, yeni raki, tamarind, lime, demerara syrup cinnamon, cardamom, saline, whole milk, condensed milk
STONEFRUIT MATADOR$19.00
milagro blanco, giffard apricot, lime, orange bitters
SMOKED PALOMA$23.00
contraluz mezcal, giffard pamplemousse, velvet falernum lime, grapefruit soda
TURKISH TEA MANHATTAN$25.00
maker’s mark bourbon, averna, black tea infused cocchi di torino orange bitters
RUM BABA ESPRESSO MARTINI$21.00
Santa teresa 1796, vanilla cinnamon cordial montenegro, grind, coffee, mole bitters

Non-Alcoholic

Peach Smash$14.00
Bee pollen, Moscatel vinegar, ginger beer
Cucumber Highball$12.00
Dill, lime, olive, soda

Beer

Cigar City, Jai Alai, IPA$8.00
Luminescence, Double Dry -Hopped Tropical, Hazy IPA$8.00
Edition Helles by Magnanimous Brewing, Lager$8.00
Coppertail Brewery, Night Swim, Porter$8.00
Green Bench, Saison de Banc Vert$9.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Antech, Brut Nature, Blanquette de Limoux, France NV$18.00
Lhuillier, Brut Tradition, Champagne NV$26.00
Château de Rouanne, Brut Nature Rosé, Provence, France 2020$22.00
Dom Pérignon, Brut, Champagne 2012$112.00

White

Domaine Laurent Montagu, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2020$19.00
Cirelli, Trebbiano, Abruzzo, Italy 2020$17.00
Gai'a Wines, Moscofilero, Monograph, Peloponnese, Greece 2021$16.00
Domaine Pascal Bonhomme, Chardonnay, Viré-Clessé, Burgundy 2020$21.00
Philippe le Hardi, Chardonnay, Abbaye de Morgeot 1er Cru, Chassagne-Momtrachet 2020$52.00

Rosé and Orange

Gai'a Wines, 14-18h, Peloponnese, Greece 2020$17.00
Buradan, Sirin, Cesme, Turkey 2020$24.00

Red

Seméli, Agiorgitiko, Reserve, Nemea, Peloponnese, Greece 2017$17.00
Neirano, Nebbiolo, Barbaresco, Italy 2018$20.00
La Giaretta, Rondinella Blend, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Veneto 2018$28.00
Josephine Dubois, Pinot Noir, Grande Reserve, Burgundy, France 2020$18.00
Domaine Lucien Boillot et Fils, Pinot Noir, Gevrey-Chambertin , Burgundy, France 2020$60.00
Margaux de Brane, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Margaux, Bordeaux, France 2016$28.00

Dessert Cocktails

RUM BABA ESPRESSO MARTINI$21.00
santa teresa 1796, vanilla cinnamon cordial montenegro, grind, coffee, mole bitters
BAKLAVA ALEXANDER$25.00
pierre ferrand cognac, grand marnier disaronno amaretto, honey, oat milk, orange blossom

What 711 people are saying

Lilac reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Best Service
Tampa / Central Florida West
Mediterranean
Tampa
Best Service
Tampa
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lilac offers an exquisite dining experience highlighted by "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and the restaurant's attention to detail. While some find it pricey, the "outstanding dining experience" and "Michelin star-level cuisine" make it an ideal spot for special occasions. Highly recommended!

711 Reviews

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Sergey
Tampa1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place and wonderful service! We been here for birthday and this place impressed us!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overall the food and experience were great. It is the closest to NY fine dining I have experienced in Tampa.
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Service was perfect. The restaurants fabulous reputation is well deserved!
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Javan
Tampa1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lilac is the best possible restaurant to dine at on the west coast in Florida do not hesitate to make a reservation
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Brandon VIP
Cincinnati1 review
4.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good but expensive in comparison to other places in the area of similar quality. Location/parking was a pain.
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Rita
Tampa19 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing preparation and presentation with absolutely flawless service. An exceptional experience, exactly what you would expect from a Michelin rated restaurant.
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liz VIP
Miami6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Trinity was excellent. The food and wine were delicious. If you are looking for a great dining experience, this is the place to go.
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Jeffrey
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was so good! Wouldn’t change a thing! 5stars!
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Corbin
Chicago6 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service couldn’t be better. Food is delicious but you can find similarly delicious food elsewhere for 50% less. Understand you’re paying for tremendous service and an experience. Really enjoyed it but hard to justify being a regular versus just a special occasion $150 per person off the jump and wound up being over $500 for a 2 all said and done
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Jason
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal! Jeremie, our server, we over the top great. The experience and cuisine exceeded already high expectations within an intimate and asceticaly pleasing ambiance.
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FAQs

Lilac is rated 4.8 stars by 711 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Executive chef
John Fraser
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.editionhotels.com/tampa/restaurants-and-bars
Phone number
(813) 771-8022

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat

Lilac

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

MOTHER'S DAY AFTERNOON TEA AT LILAC

SOMMELIER EXPERIENCE

SOMMELIER EXPERIENCE

Wagyu Ribeye

Ora King Salmon

Diver Scallop

Signature Cocktails

Champagne Cocktails

ITALIAN MARTINI$20.00

ARTICHOKE NEGRONI$25.00

BITTER CHOCOLATE BOULEVARDIER$22.00

MEDITERRENEAN MILK PUNCH$21.00

STONEFRUIT MATADOR$19.00

SMOKED PALOMA$23.00

TURKISH TEA MANHATTAN$25.00

RUM BABA ESPRESSO MARTINI$21.00

Non-Alcoholic

Peach Smash$14.00

Cucumber Highball$12.00

Beer

Cigar City, Jai Alai, IPA$8.00

Luminescence, Double Dry -Hopped Tropical, Hazy IPA$8.00

Edition Helles by Magnanimous Brewing, Lager$8.00

Coppertail Brewery, Night Swim, Porter$8.00

Green Bench, Saison de Banc Vert$9.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Antech, Brut Nature, Blanquette de Limoux, France NV$18.00

Lhuillier, Brut Tradition, Champagne NV$26.00

Château de Rouanne, Brut Nature Rosé, Provence, France 2020$22.00

Dom Pérignon, Brut, Champagne 2012$112.00

White

Domaine Laurent Montagu, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2020$19.00

Cirelli, Trebbiano, Abruzzo, Italy 2020$17.00

Gai'a Wines, Moscofilero, Monograph, Peloponnese, Greece 2021$16.00

Domaine Pascal Bonhomme, Chardonnay, Viré-Clessé, Burgundy 2020$21.00

Philippe le Hardi, Chardonnay, Abbaye de Morgeot 1er Cru, Chassagne-Momtrachet 2020$52.00

Rosé and Orange

Gai'a Wines, 14-18h, Peloponnese, Greece 2020$17.00

Buradan, Sirin, Cesme, Turkey 2020$24.00

Red

Seméli, Agiorgitiko, Reserve, Nemea, Peloponnese, Greece 2017$17.00

Neirano, Nebbiolo, Barbaresco, Italy 2018$20.00

La Giaretta, Rondinella Blend, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Veneto 2018$28.00

Josephine Dubois, Pinot Noir, Grande Reserve, Burgundy, France 2020$18.00

Domaine Lucien Boillot et Fils, Pinot Noir, Gevrey-Chambertin , Burgundy, France 2020$60.00

Margaux de Brane, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Margaux, Bordeaux, France 2016$28.00

Dessert Cocktails

RUM BABA ESPRESSO MARTINI$21.00

BAKLAVA ALEXANDER$25.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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