Our Favorite Private Dining Rooms in Tampa Bay for Special Occasions

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Looking for a restaurant to accommodate an intimate group for a special occasion? Reserving a private dining room is the perfect way to celebrate birthdays, holidays, family gatherings, and more. You get the benefits of the full restaurant experience in the comfort of your own space.

Tampa has plenty of restaurants with perfect private dining spaces to bring together a handful of your favorite couples to celebrate. Check out our guide of favorite places to help you find the perfect spot for your tastes, budget, and group size.

AVA

718 S. Howard Ave., Tampa

Hidden away behind an enormous wooden door, you’ll find Ava’s cozy and warm private dining room with a warm, rustic feel. This SoHo Italian spot is known for its Neapolitan pizza and decadent pastas. 

Occupancy: The smaller room holds up to 12, a larger room has space for up to 30.
Cost: Limited menus range from $50-$150 per person.
How to reserve: Fill out the online form and someone will get back to you. 

Bern's Steak House

1208 S Howard Ave., Tampa

Dining at Bern's Steak House is one of the top experiences on our list, with great steaks, drinks, and a separate dessert room, intimate group dining would be the cherry on top of a great celebration. There are four private dining rooms to choose from with different capacities, and group dining reservations at Bern's Steakhouse are accepted 90 days in advance.

Any parties of 20 or more must choose from one of the three customized pre-set menus at the time of booking. Parties of 20 or less can enjoy the regular dinner and dessert menu.

Occupancy: The smallest room holds 10 people, while the largest room can hold up to 40 people.
Cost: Price vary and are subject to food and beverage minimums. Call for specific details.
How to reserve: call (813) 251-2421.

BULLA

930 S. Howard Ave., Tampa

Bulla has quite a few options for private gatherings, from the smaller Sevilla room to the Luna Lounge rooftop bar designed for up to 105 guests. The tapas-style menu is perfect for a shared meal amongst friends. There are both sit-down dinner options and cocktail reception options. 

Occupancy: Up to 20 people for the Sevilla room.
Cost: Group dinner menu pricing ranges from $55 to $70 per person, with drink packages available for an additional fee.
How to reserve: Call (813) 853-5937

ROCCA

4343 Anchor Plaza Pkwy., Ste 1, Tampa

MICHELIN Star-rated Rocca has taken Tampa’s dining scene by storm and there is no better experience in the house than that of The Oficina – a chef’s table situated right in the kitchen. Take in the bustling energy of a busy kitchen while enjoying an incredibly fun night with friends. Or for something a bit more exclusive, you can rent their fully private room, the Cenetta.

Occupancy: Oficina up to 8 people/Cenetta: up to 16
Cost: Oficina: $1,000 minimum food purchase/Cenetta: $2,500 minimum food purchase on Fridays and Saturdays, and $2,000 on Sunday through Thursday. The cork fee is $40 per bottle (2 bottles max).
How to reserve: Call (813) 906-5445 or visit their site

Rocca's private dining experience
Rocca's private dining area. Image Credit: Laura Byrne

Terra Gaucha

1108 S Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa

Everyone loves a good Brazillian Steakhouse, so why not dine with all of your favorite people and enjoy a delightful dinner! Terra Gaucha sports 3 event spaces for varying party sizes with multiple different group dining package menus for dinner, weekday lunch, and weekend lunch.

Occupancy: 28-56 people
Cost: The cost varies based on party size, room selection, and dining package menu selection.
How to reserve: Fill out the form on their website.

MEAT MARKET

1606 W. Snow Ave., Tampa

Meat Market has several options for groups, but our favorites are the private dining room and the chef’s table. Located right behind the bar area, the private dining room seats up to 16. The chef’s table brings you directly in the middle of the dining room, right in front of the kitchen. This table embodies the energy of this busy restaurant and seats up to 15 guests.

Occupancy: Varied spaces to choose from for occupancy from 8-65.
Cost: The group dining minimum is $175 per person.
How to reserve: Fill out your information here and Meat Market will get back to you on details.

Photo credit: Pane Rustica

Del Frisco's grille

4138 W. Boy Scout Rd., Tampa

Del Frisco's has both indoor and outdoor private spaces, depending on what kind of vibe you're going for. Indoor spots include the private dining room that seats up to 16 and a semi-private room that holds up to 24 seated or 30 for a cocktail reception. If the weather's nice and you want to take advantage of their outdoor space, their rooftop patio can accommodate 100 and for a more casual affair, their first floor patio holds 35.

Occupancy: 14-100, depending on the area
Cost: Varies. Call for details.
How to reserve: Inquiries can be submitted here.

Eddie V's Prime Seafood

4400 W Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa

Celebrate any occasion at Eddie V's Prime Seafood! With the ability to craft a custom menu and accommodate various party sizes, Eddie V's is a great place to consider.

Occupancy: 18-60 seated, 20-85 reception style
Cost: varies
How to reserve: submit a private dining request here

Ocean Prime

2205 N Westshore Blvd., Tampa

Ocean prime offers multiple private dining room options for different party sizes and a large size menu that can be tailored to your needs. On their website you can also find sample menus and room layouts if you'd like to see additional specifics.

Occupancy: 10-100 seated, 30-140 reception style
Cost: Cost varies based on party size, room selection, and menu selections
How to reserve: Submit an event inquiry on their website

PANE RUSTICA

3225 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa

Pane Rustica’s smaller space is true private dining – nearly soundproof with curtains to provide total separation from the rest of the restaurant. The staff is happy to create a custom menu just for your group, making this a great option for a unique and specialized dining experience.

Occupancy: Blue Room: 8-16 people/ Venetian Room: 35-40
Cost: Varies by day of the week and time of day and included minimum server gratuity. Typical range is $600-$2500 (not including gratuity).
How to reserve: Call (813) 902-8828.

Photo credit: Mise En Place

MISE EN PLACE

4100 George J. Bean Pkwy, Tampa

We love The Kennedy private dining space at the legendary Mise en Place. Even after 35 years, Chef Marty Blitz keeps the menu modern and fresh with an impeccable wine list. A recent renovation made the restaurant atmosphere better than ever and there are a few different spaces to choose from, no matter how large your party size. You can even have the option to rent out the entire restaurant as your own!

Occupancy: 40-200
Cost: Varies
How to reserve: Fill out your information here