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Tampa,
FL
33602
813-226-4400 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. A quiet, measured dining experience awaits at this popular hotel establishment. Expansive windows invite views of the Hillsborough River into the space, and muted surroundings allow fresh flowers, modern artwork, and terrific cuisine to shine through. The menu updates classic fare, featuring such dishes as salmon carpaccio, lobster strudel with shiitake mushrooms, roasted Long Island duck, and chicken Wellington with mustard demi-glace. Steaks and a full bar are also available, along with an outdoor terrace.
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| 13262 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa,
FL
33618
813-969-1619 | | | | | Description: CARROLLWOOD. Its interior a juxtaposition of lights and darks, accented with sleek metallic tones, Bonefish combats the backwoods stigma of seafood restaurants with its hip environs. Its strong popularity also gives credence to a tasty menu. Fish (you choose from several varieties) is cooked over a wood-fired grill; the smoky flavor is accented with mango-, garlic-, teriyaki and butter-tinged sauces. Mussels, rock shrimp, calamari and lobster also make appearances, and pastas, chicken, steaks, and pork round out the options. Waits can be common, so plan accordingly.
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| 707 Harbour Post Dr
Tampa,
FL
33602
813-275-9701 | | | | | Description: HARBOUR ISLAND. Quiet, casual, romantic Café Dufrain represents all the qualities that make Harbour Island seem worlds away from Tampa's bustling downtown area. Set amongst high-rise condo and apartment developments, this American eatery seamlessly blends a casual, European-inspired attitude with outstanding fare that refuses any singular brand of classification. Indeed, on the one hand are dishes like duck with Thai barbeque glaze and seared ahi tuna with ginger-tamarind soy sauce; on the other are baked chicken rigatoni, wild mushroom meatloaf, and Creole-marinated chicken. A final word: From the waterside patio, the views of downtown leave quite an impression, especially at night.
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| Ciccio & Tony's Restaurant1015 S Howard Ave
Tampa,
FL
33606
813-251-8406 | | | | | Description: SOHO. It's befitting that a trendy stretch like SoHo boasts Tampa's main outlet for California-influenced cuisine. Incorporating the tastiest innovations of North America, the Mediterranean and Asia, the creative force behind Ciccio & Tony's produces some of the Tampa area's most flavor-infused dishes, from yellow fin tuna with mango-lemongrass sauce and herb-coated organic St. Peters fish to bacon-wrapped Black Angus filet and linguini with Little Neck clams.
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| 913 N Dale Marby Hwy
Tampa,
FL
33609
813-354-9006 | | | | | Description: WEST TAMPA. Thanks to subdued lighting and private seating areas, J. Alexander's is ideal if you want time alone with someone special or just need to maintain focus for a business dinner. The upscale chain offers a range of dishes, most of which are homemade. If your appetite's light, the fresh fish sandwich, dressed with rémoulade, is a good bet, and burgers are unfailingly good. Other considerations include grilled fresh fish, baby back ribs, luscious prime rib, and flavorful, generous pasta dishes. Wines by the bottle and the glass also available.
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| 4302 W Boy Scout Blvd
Tampa,
FL
33607
813-871-3287 | | | | | Description: AIRPORT AREA. If you can't get enough succulent, Southern cooking, this place (named for Tampa Bay's first NFL Hall of Famer) will have your taste buds swooning. Many dishes rely on Lee Roy's mom's recipes, such as fried chicken, meat loaf, chicken-fried steak, and beef brisket. Others just pay tribute to the region, like ribs, barbecued pork, and stuffed catfish. Steaks, burgers, and salads also find their place, and no meal would be complete without pecan pie or peach cobbler. The interior boasts a wealth of football memorabilia.
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| 442 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa,
FL
33606
813-254-5373 | | | | | Description: HYDE PARK. One of the Bay area's favorite restaurants, Mise en Place changes its menu every day, so although you're never guaranteed a particular dish, you can always be certain of an incredible meal. Clean-lined and stylish, the bistro demands fresh ingredients and skillfully transforms them into such delicacies as roast duck with wild-strawberry sauce, Creole-style mahimahi, or pecan-crusted rack of lamb. The clientele is upscale and fashionable, but first-timers shouldn't be intimidated. Tasting menus $21-36, $32-55 with wine.
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| 4267 Henderson Blvd
Tampa,
FL
33629
813-207-0527 | | | | | Description: SOUTH TAMPA. Exceptional service, exquisite cuisine and an elegant ambience characterize this intimate restaurant. Guests at its six tables are pampered throughout the evening and bask in the attention of a special-occasion dinner. Each meal begins with appetizers and champagne, proceeds through soup, salad and sorbet courses, pauses with the entree, picks up again with cheese and fruit, then culminates in a decadent dessert. Previous main courses have featured rack of venison, duck a l'orange and chateaubriand. A great wine list offers complements for all. Prix fixe menu $80/person.
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| 205 Westshore Plaza Dr
Tampa,
FL
33609
813-849-7256 | | | | | Description: AIRPORT AREA. For a classic fine dining experience, you can't beat the esteemed Palm Restaurant. USDA Prime steaks are justifiably famous, jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters are delicious, and Italian dishes reflect the restaurant's heritage. Delectable sides include cottage fries, creamed spinach and fried onions. The casual yet refined atmosphere and outstanding service accommodate a relaxed meal or a business meeting with equal aplomb.
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| 1611 W Swann Ave
Tampa,
FL
33606
813-254-9463 | | | | | Description: HYDE PARK. This local hotspot has cemented its reputation by pairing terrific foods with a range of wines available by the bottle or the glass. In the Mediterranean-inspired bistro, diners may choose from pastas, pizza, salads, sandwiches, or a variety of entrees, depending on the time of day. Dishes feature simple ingredients skillfully prepared and flavorful; look to the grilled Delmonico steak, blackened pork tenderloin, or dijon-crusted salmon for proof. The place can be busy at times, so know that you may have to wait for a table, especially on the patio or at lunch. And remember to ask about the chef's specials when you go.
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