<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>Pleasant temperatures throughout the year and nearby beaches mean an abundance of options when it comes to outdoor dining in Tampa Bay. And when the weather is just right, we cherish our outdoor dining spots more than ever. Fall is right around the corner which means outside is THE place to be.
To help you sift through the options and pick the perfect restaurant for your next date night outing, we’ve put together this comprehensive outdoor dining guide.
Options are categorized based on the type of outdoor dining:
- Open air patios
- Covered patios
- Curbside + al fresco
- Waterfront views
- Cozy courtyards
Not up for dine-in? Check out How to Have a Gourmet Tampa Bay Date Night at Home. Or check out other great things to do and events happening in and around Tampa Bay this month – it’s full of constantly updated things to do.
Or our sister publication Tampa Bay Parenting is filled with family-friendly things to do around Tampa, Clearwater and St. Pete!
Updated August 2024
OPEN AIR PATIOS
Armature Works
Huge lawn and patio seating areas, food hall with multiple vendors and restaurants, monthly events, and night market
1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa
(813) 250-3725
The Attic Cafe
Cozy rooftop coffee shop and cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch (with bottomless mimosas!), gorgeous views of the Tampa skyline
500 E Kennedy Blvd #400, Tampa
(813) 226-1003
Baba on Central
Open air and covered patio dining, sister restaurant to Bodega, Lebanese cuisine
2701 Central Ave. St. Petersburg
(727) 954-3406
bartaco
Side patio with tables and patio furniture, check social media for “secret” taco options, located in Hyde Park Village
1601 W Snow Ave, Tampa
(813) 258-8226
Related: Tampa’s Best Hidden Gem Taco Spots
Beacon
Tampa’s highest (and second highest in Florida) public rooftop cocktail and dining destination at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and Tampa’s waterfront.
510 Water Street, Tampa
813-221-4950
Birchwood Canopy
Open air rooftop spot for drinks and light bites, weekday happy hour
340 Beach Dr, NE St. Petersburg
(727) 896-1080
Bulla Gastrobar
Open air rooftop Luna Lounge with special tapas menu, happy hour, weekend brunch
930 S Howard Ave, Tampa
(813) 773-8626
Catch 23
Large open-air patio renovated summer 2022, fresh seafood and daily food and drink specials (including half off glasses and bottles of wine on Wednesdays)
10103 Montague St., Tampa, FL
(813)-920-0045
City Dog Cantina
Open air patio, laid back vibe, Mexican eats and bar food
1208 E Kennedy Boulevard, Unit 114, Tampa
(813)-280-2999
Dirty Laundry
Coffee shop and speakeasy with a large outdoor patio, weekend brunch, one of a kind atmosphere sure to impress your date
1742 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
(727) 493-0040
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Dunedin Mix
Open-air concept with walk-up food counters and a vintage circle bar.
990 Broadway, Dunedin, FL 34698
(727)216-8861
Related: Everything to Know About the New Dunedin Mix
Four Green Fields
Cozy Irish pub with multiple locations (limited outdoor patio tables at each), live music select nights
702 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 254-4444
Independent Bar and Cafe Tampa
Covered and open-air patio dining out front, large beer list, bar bites
5016 N Florida Ave, Tampa
(813) 341-4883
Irish 31
Authentic Irish pub with three Tampa locations, outdoor seating and live music on select nights
Westchase, Hyde Park, Wesley Chapel
(813) 510-3931
Kona Grill
Patio dining out front, late night happy hour
4134 W Boy Scout Blvd #1, Tampa
(813) 877-5938
Left Bank Bistro
Vintage-style bistro with patio dining that features French-style flair and an artisan inspired cocktail menu
1225 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg, FL
(727) 256-1691
Marina Cantina
Tacos and margaritas served up on a huge rooftop, climb the stairs to the rooftop bar for a peek a boo sunset view
25 Causeway Blvd, Clearwater Beach
(727) 443-1750
M. Bird
Rooftop lounge with light bites and cocktails, sunset views, covered patio dining also available
1903 Market Street, Tampa
(813) 296-2702
Over the River
All-outdoor spot with craft cocktails and bites, located along the Tampa Riverwalk
400 N Ashley Dr, Tampa
(813) 499-8299
The Rollin Mullet
Open-air bar with a great beer selection, food, ten TVs, a fire pit, games, and more (also pet-friendly)
6401 N. Nebraska Ave, Tampa
(813) 245-5465
Sal Y Mar Rooftop Bar
Rooftop bar and restaurant atop the Aloft and Element Hotel in Midtown Tampa, Latin cuisine
3650 Midtown Drive, Tampa
(813) 692-3330
Related: Rooftop Bars in Tampa Bay for Date Night
Santo’s Drinkeria Rooftop Bar
Rooftop bar serving craft cocktails and Sicilian Street food plus cigars in Ybor City, located atop Casa Santa Stefano
1607 N 22nd St, Tampa
(813) 248-1925
Tampa Bay Brewing Company
Large open-air patio, craft beers brewed on-site, scratch kitchen with a full menu
Ybor and Westchase
(813) 247-1422
Ulele
Riverfront views, covered rooftop terrace, open air patio seating downstairs
1810 N Highland Ave, Tampa
(813) 999-4952
COVERED PATIOS
Ava
Covered curbside patio space, Italian eats, weekend brunch
Howard Ave. and Armature Works
(813) 512-3030
Brick House Tavern + Tap
Covered patio out-front, laid-back sports bar vibe, American eats, great burgers
1102 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa
(813) 350-9108
Cena
Covered patio, Italian cuisine, located at the Grand Central at Kennedy
1208 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa
(813) 374-8840
Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant
Covered and curbside patio dining, build your own charcuterie, happy hour
10 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg
(727) 209-2299
The C House
Covered patio and bar, champagne, charcuterie and cheesecake, weekday happy hour, live music
6005 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa
(813) 488-4813
Columbia Cafe
Huge covered outdoor patio, Cuban and Spanish eats, located in the Tampa Bay History Center
801 Water St #1905, Tampa
(813) 229-5511
HEW Chophouse / HiFi Rooftop Bar
Covered rooftop bar, live jazz on select nights, located at Fenway Hotel
453 Edgewater Dr, Dunedin
(727) 683-5990
Goody Goody Burgers
Two covered curbside patios, casual vibe, old school diner digs, located in Hyde Park Village
1601 W Swann Ave, Tampa
(813) 308-1925
Irish 31
Large, covered patio and bar, great place to catch a Lightning game, live music on weekends, dog-friendly, located in Hyde Park Village
1611 W Swann Ave, Tampa (additional locations in Westchase and Wesley Chapel and Seminole)
(813) 250-0031
Mother’s
Covered patio, scratch-made dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails
12227 w. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa
(813) 814-1533
Noble Crust
Covered patios at both Carrollwood and St. Pete locations
8300 4th St N, St. Petersburg
(727) 329-6041
The Nona Slice House
Large, covered patio, wood-fired specialty pizzas, live music
997 Main St., Safety Harbor
(727) 351-7570
Timpano
Large, covered patio out front, located in Hyde Park Village
1610 W Swann Ave, Tampa
(813) 254-5870
World of Beer Tampa International
Spacious outdoor covered patio, large beer list, dog friendly
Tampa (Airport area) and Westchase
(813) 930-5499
CURBSIDE/AL FRESCO
Annata Wine Bar
Curbside tables out front in a shared patio space
300 Beach Dr NE #128, St. Petersburg
(727) 851-9582
Bella Brava
Italian eatery with al fresco tables out front, located on St. Pete’s Beach Drive
204 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg
(727) 895-5515
Bella’s Italian Cafe
Covered curbside tables out front, weekend specials
1413 S Howard Ave #100, Tampa
(813) 254-3355
Bodega St. Pete
Curbside tables out front, amazing Cuban sandwiches
1180 Central Ave, St. Petersburg (second location in Seminole Heights)
(727) 623-0942
The Cider Press Vegan Gastropub
Al fresco tables out front, plant-based eats
3118 3rd Ave. N, St. Petersburg
(727) 914-7222
Forbici Modern Italian
Curbside tables under covered patio space, located in Hyde Park Village, pet friendly
1633 W Snow Ave, Tampa
(813) 251-8001
Meat Market
Curbside tables out front, weekend brunch, daily happy hour (4-7pm), located in Hyde Park Village
1606 W Snow Ave, Tampa
(813) 280-1113
The Pearl
Curbside tables with a covered awning. Located in the Channelside district, it’s also included in the MICHELIN Guide.
823 Water St., Tampa
(813) 709-7779
Oak & Stone
Curbside tables with umbrellas, brewpub with artisan pizzas, located in downtown St. Pete
199 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
(727) 565-4064
On Swann
Curbside patio tables with umbrellas, contemporary New American spot perfect for date night, weekend brunch, located in Hyde Park Village
1501 Swann Ave, Tampa
(813) 251-0110
Pia’s Trattoria
Curbside tables and large covered outdoor dining space, authentic Italian eats
3054 Beach Blvd S, Gulfport
(727) 327-2190
WATERFRONT VIEWS
Jump over to our list of 15 waterfront restaurants in Tampa Bay.
American Social
Huge, covered patio and bar, waterfront setting with views of the Tampa skyline, lively spot to catch a game, live music
601 S Harbour Island Blvd #107, Tampa
(813) 605-3333
Bon Appetit Restaurant and Bar
Waterfront eatery facing a marina, covered outdoor patio dining
148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin
(727) 733-2151
Columbia Restaurant – Sand Key
1241 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater
Covered waterfront patio, Spanish and Cuban cuisine
(727) 596-8400
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grill
Rum-centric eatery at the St. Pete Pier, large covered and open-air patio dining area with twinkle lights and tables in the sand
610 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg
(727) 857-8118
Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill
Casual seafood spot with covered patio dining on the beach, a must-visit when in Clearwater
7 Rockaway St, Clearwater
(727) 446-4844
Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro
Waterfront spot with marina views close to the St. Pete Pier, laid back beachy vibe
300 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg
(727) 894-4429
Hula Bay Club
Covered waterfront patio, weekend live music, dog friendly patio
5210 W Tyson Ave, Tampa
(813) 837-4852
Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi
Huge, covered waterfront patio, happy hour, Sunday brunch
601 S Harbour Island Blvd, Tampa
(813) 277-0112
Oystercatchers
Upscale eatery with dockside lounge and outdoor deck, spectacular sunset views, weekend brunch, located at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Dr, Tampa
(813) 207-6815
Salt Shack On the Bay
Beachy spot with tropical cocktails, seafood bites and a huge outdoor bar and picnic tables in the sand, weekend live music, try it for a sunset dinner
5415 W Tyson Ave, Tampa
(813) 444-4569
Sparkman Wharf
Outdoor hangout with beer garden, live entertainment, lawn games, and multiple food concepts
615 Channelside Dr, Tampa
(813) 618-5844
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Stones Throw
Open air waterfront patio, tables with umbrellas, great cocktails and fresh oysters, located along the Tampa Riverwalk in The Heights District
304 W 7th Ave, Tampa
(813) 328-3910
COZY COURTYARDS
Casita Taqueria
Covered patio dining out front plus a cute secret courtyard with picnic tables, great sangria and tacos
2663 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
(727) 498-8749
The Chattaway
Outdoor garden dining space, live music, cozy atmosphere, dog friendly
358 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg
(727) 823-1594
Gaspar’s Grotto
Pirate-themed bar with outdoor courtyard, live music, Sunday brunch, located in Ybor City
1805 E 7th Ave, Tampa
(813) 248-5900
Miguel’s Mexican Restaurant
Courtyard with mosaic designs, fountain, and full bar
3035 W. Kennedy Blvd, Tampa
(813) 876-2587
Red Mesa Cantina
Scenic courtyard with fountain, tables with umbrellas, also check out the gorgeous DeSanto rooftop bar upstairs
128 3rd St S, St. Petersburg
(855) 265-0812
Restaurant BT
Scenic tables in the garden, French-Vietnamese fusion
2507 S. MacDill Ave, Tampa
(813) 258-1916
Feature image credit: Salt Shack on the Bay