Oystercatchers is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

1. Oystercatchers

8.5
2900 Bayport Dr, Tampa, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews

Beatrice Z.Beatrice Zanella Dusheiko: For a special occasion this is the place to celebrate...

Gemma T.Gemma Tomkinson: Amazing choice of fresh seafood. Hard to choose from menu but waitress was not attentive which spoilt the experience. Fire pits are a great feature. Would recommend for a special occasion

Rob D.Rob Diaz: Always such a great experience. The fish is super fresh. The menu is innovative and the service is excellent.

Ulele is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

2. Ulele

9.1
1836 N. Highland Ave. (Henderson St.), Tampa, FL
New American Restaurant · Tampa Heights · 92 tips and reviews

Team 7.Team 727: Unique menu and great atmosphere for a special occasion lunch or dinner! Situated along Riverwalk, it is a 15 minute drive from USF's main campus. Try the Yellowfin Tuna Burger for lunch.

Marlon A.Marlon Alaan: First time here but only had dessert. You must try their guava pie. Subtle. So good 😋

Melissa R.Melissa Rodriguez: All the food is delicious but the ice cream is where is at! Can't wait until upstairs is open and ready for beer.

Oxford Exchange is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

3. Oxford Exchange

9.3
420 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · Southwest Tampa · 120 tips and reviews

Team 7.Team 727: Great place for a special occasion brunch with friends, 20 minutes from USF. Try TeBella Summer Melon herbal tea and browse the bookstore after your meal.

MattMatt: The coffee, tea, books, and atmosphere in general make this an outstanding place to spend some time!

Sharla A.Sharla Aronson: Open for breakfast and lunch Monday thru Saturday. The food is delicious: organic, local, & fresh. They also have a great selection of teas. Make reservations for lunch because it gets really busy.

Datz is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

4. Datz

9.0
2616 S Macdill Ave (at Barcelona St), Tampa, FL
Gastropub · Palma Ceia · 257 tips and reviews

Doraly P.Doraly Pantaleon: Popular place with good food but closed on special occasions call ahead of time

Kara M.Kara Mundy: Trendy and great for special occasions

Lisa L.Lisa Libertore: Many great attributes-see website. Locally owned/operated. Large portions. Huge beer/wine/cheese selection. Try the 5 yr aged Gouda!

Charley's Steak House is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

5. Charley's Steak House

8.6
4444 W Cypress St (btwn Westshore & Lois), Tampa, FL
Steakhouse · 73 tips and reviews

Daniel P.Daniel Perez Valarino: Perfect for a special occasion, my wife and me enjoyed our anniversary here it was perfect. Our server Shelly was a Pro, and the food NO WORDS! To much food to try the desserts

Janneke B.Janneke Boekhorst: Great place to eat. I don't eat the meat, but the Alaskan crab is delicious. Great service also.

TBOcomTBOcom: This lavish, attractive competitor in Tampa's big-steaks showdown offers prime and choice steaks in a classy, comfortable atmosphere. Try the New York Strip or the blue cheese-stuffed filet mignon.

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

6. The Capital Grille

9.1
2223 N West Shore Blvd, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews

Christopher N.Christopher Nason: I go here for special occasions only due to how pricy this place is. It's worth the splurge once in awhile. Great steak and selection of wines.

Christopher N.Christopher Nason: Amazing steak! NY Strip is my cut of choice. Superb selection of wines. This place is great for special occasions like anniversaries and birthdays.

Chris H.Chris Hoiberg: Wedge Salad, 10oz Filet, & a Malbec wine... AMAZING.

Cru Cellars is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

7. Cru Cellars

9.0
2506 S Macdill Ave, Tampa, FL
Wine Bar · Palma Ceia · 11 tips and reviews

Penny M.Penny Miller: Great food - good service. You can make a meal on the starters. Excellent wine - especially MontSant.

Lena S.Lena Ska: The best wine bar in town with no doubt!

Jeffrey W.Jeffrey Wooten: If you are in the neighborhood or Tampa in general, you need to stop by. Spanish wines by glass (Tempranillo & Prioriat) excellent. Tell them Jeff sent you. Mushroom brushetta is excellent.

TheYbor City Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

8. TheYbor City Wine Bar

8.6
1600 E 8th Ave (16th Street & 7th Avenue), Tampa, FL
Wine Bar · Historic Ybor · 11 tips and reviews

Ben G.Ben Gasparini: Great service and really cool atmosphere. Loved it!

John S.John Seitz: Sit inside and do a sampling. 5 glasses of wine. Remember to eat.

Sandy G.Sandy Gompf: Excellent affordable selections of wine. Favorite stop on date night before a movie. :)

Haven is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

9. Haven

8.7
2208 W Morrison Ave, Tampa, FL
Restaurant · Palma Ceia · 8 tips and reviews

Adam H.Adam H.: Whiskey selection is phenomenal and paired with a charcuterie board (chef selection) you will be in heaven/haven.

Jason N.Jason Newberg: May be my new favorite in Tampa! Roasted cauliflower, beet salad, crab dumplings, and veal loin were all fabulous! "Small" plates but all very reasonably price. The veal is by far the best in town!

Kenny K.Kenny K☕️⛷🚲🇺🇸: Great bartenders and the drinks and food are the best in South Tampa

Cooper's Hawk is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

10. Cooper's Hawk

9.0
4110 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · 76 tips and reviews

Kevin L.Kevin Lilly: Shrimp apps are great, wine is great... Take advantage of both during Happy Hour!

NomadNomad: Don't sit near her if you plan to converse during your meal

Fritz E.Fritz Eichelberger: Try the Winemaker's Barrel Reserve wine. Yum! Walk up to the barrel & toast it's yumminess!

Saigon Bay Vietnamese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

11. Saigon Bay Vietnamese Restaurant

8.6
2373 East Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · University Square · 25 tips and reviews

JuanJuan: Shaken beef is really good! Also try the fresh rolls!

Paulina R.Paulina Ruiz: Excellent food overall, the service is excellent and fast and the atmosphere is relaxing and quiet. Good for large number of people.

landonlandon: Loved the pho and fresh rolls! Will be back! So quick and delicious.

La Casona is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

12. La Casona

9.1
5701 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL
Caribbean Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Yesmin N.Yesmin Negron: Great food, hospitable..... will go again :)

Diana P.Diana Paz: Damn good Mofongo! Arroz con camarones is really great as well.

Alex R.Alex Rodriguez: Get the Mofongo bistec or pollo...Amazing

Gino's Bar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

13. Gino's Bar & Restaurant

9.1
10006 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL
Italian Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews

Amy W.Amy Wood: Best Eggplant Parmesan! Flatbreads are huge too! Excellent beer list.

Katrina Madewell T.Katrina Madewell Tampa Realtor: Tampa's best kept little Italian secret. Sssssshhhhh

Michele N.Michele Northrup: Great special !!!!

Texas de Brazil is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

14. Texas de Brazil

8.6
4112 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL
Brazilian Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Alberto B.Alberto Baalbaki: Always yummy. Busy so reserve a table in advance.

akaCariocaakaCarioca: Great food, awesome decoration, good value! I hope it lasts.

Krystal W.Krystal Webster: Garlic sirloin....my favorite!!

Coppertail Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Tampa.

15. Coppertail Brewing Company

9.5
2601 E 2nd Ave (26th Street), Tampa, FL
Brewery · 28 tips and reviews

Hector S.Hector Seda: Amazing place if you are really into craft beer. Great service, great food. Beer is amazing!

KK: Love the open space & feel. Cool artwork. Fav beer was the Farmhouse Frank Berliner Weisse!

Katie H.Katie Helman: The tater tots were good and the beer is cheap.