100 Tampa / Central Florida West Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Whether your idea of a good time is a fancy, festive dinner out or cold sesame noodles and binge-watching on the couch, we're here to help you find it—since the greatest love of all is the love of food. Dig in.

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73 Restaurants

Updated February 06, 2019

Restaurants:	Ulele, Sacred Pepper, Charley's Steak House-Tampa, FL…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	American, Contemporary American, Steakhouse…
Neighborhoods:	Tampa…

Ulele

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.7

11901 reviews

Atmosphere and food choices very unique; the wood fire smell lingers throughout the restaurant giving it a true florida feel. Meals were a bit pricey but nothing is quite like this restaurant. I had the chili; where else can you get a combination of Alligator, wild boar, venison, duck, ground chuck, cranberry beans and chili spices?! Was tender and so filling!

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Sacred Pepper

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tampa

4.8

5702 reviews

This is our favorite place to eat in this part of Florida! Everything is always on point, including the service.

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Charley's Steak House-Tampa, FL

$$$$

Steakhouse

Tampa

4.7

7920 reviews

Amazing meal and service, the staff are so friendly and attentive. From the starters to dessert, everything was delicious

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Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

$$$$

Spanish

Tampa

4.7

13866 reviews

Second time eating there. This time it was a little more special for my daughter's birthday. She enjoyed the food and the history.

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.8

8673 reviews

I haven't been to Coopers Hawk in quite a while, and we were looking for a brunch menu. They no longer have a brunch menu, but the lunch was great. I will be back sooner.

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Eddie V's - Tampa

$$$$

Seafood

Tampa

4.8

5110 reviews

Anniversary

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Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

$$$$

Italian

Sarasota

4.2

2975 reviews

A friend from CT and I enjoyed a lovely lunch at Brio’s yesterday. She enjoyed the menu choices and her selection very much. I live locally and always enjoy Brio’s!

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Seasons 52 - Tampa

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.8

6793 reviews

New Years Day lunch with Mom.

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Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

$$$$

Steakhouse

Siesta Key

4.7

6359 reviews

Kelly J did a great job as our waiter! Food was very good and came out fast.

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400 Beach Seafood & Tap House

$$$$

Contemporary American

St. Petersburg

4.3

2506 reviews

Everything about 400 Beach Seafood is top notch. The only issue is that you are paying prices higher, because of the location with the downtown tourist trade. If the location was somewhere other than downtown, the prices would probably be 20% less. So, know you are paying higher prices because of the location you are dining.

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The Capital Grille - Tampa

$$$$

Steakhouse

Tampa

4.8

3435 reviews

Everything was great. Love going for special occasions.

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Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

$$$$

Spanish

Sarasota

4.6

8216 reviews

Great food service recommend the Eggplant Riojana . Alice our server was amazing.

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edison: food+drink lab

$$$$

Global, International

Tampa

4.7

3657 reviews

Stunning Experience! Every single item we order was prepared to perfection and the staff was truly amazing. We celebrated our 17 year anniversary and the chef even sent out a surprise bite from the kitchen that we weren't expecting. One of the best meals of my life. Everything was fantastic.

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Brio Italian Grille - Tampa - International

$$$$

Italian

Tampa

4.3

1441 reviews

My fiance and I ordered the filet and they both tasted like blue cheese. I'm not sure if it was seasoned differently or what. This was the first time we have ordered filets and they tasted that way. I couldn't finish my filet because of the taste.

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Oystercatchers

$$$$

Seafood

Tampa

4.2

4789 reviews

From the bread to the entrees it was fantastic Key lime pie to end it was perfect

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Bascom's Chop House

$$$$

Steakhouse

Clearwater

4.7

5606 reviews

We were recommended this place & it was wonderful. Delicious food & wonderful service.

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Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.5

4207 reviews

It’s was birthday and I enjoyed myself I will go back

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Brandon

$$$$

American

Brandon

4.4

2041 reviews

Very enjoyable dinner. Food was delicious. Server was fantastic!

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The Capital Grille - Sarasota

$$$$

Steakhouse

Sarasota

4.8

2358 reviews

It was our Anniversary. From beginning to finish it was perfect. The food was amazing. Our wait staff was very attentive. It was a lovely dinner.

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Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

$$$$

Latin / Spanish

Sarasota

4.7

5025 reviews

Really enjoyable and different food preparations and nice street side ambiance

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Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sarasota

$$$$

Seafood

Sarasota

4.5

3691 reviews

We always have a great time at Tommy Bahamas. The pecan crusted snap it was amazing and the mahi-mahi was delicious.

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Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key

$$$$

Seafood

Longboat Key

4.3

5763 reviews

Great food. Enjoyed the early dinner menu. Great price point.

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Mystic Fish

$$$$

Contemporary American

Palm Harbor

4.8

6975 reviews

You can always count on having a fabulous dinner, a booth if reserved early, and great wines.

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Libby's - Sarasota

$$$$

Contemporary American

Sarasota

4.6

3281 reviews

Always great food, service and atmosphere. We visit at least once a week!

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Besito Mexican - Tampa

$$$$

Mexican

Tampa

4.4

1954 reviews

We are from out of town, so it can’t be a regular but would if I could Table side guacamole and killer margaritas along with great food. Our server was excellent

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FlameStone American Grill - Oldsmar

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.4

2353 reviews

Fun appetizers, savory drinks and superb steaks cooked to perfect temperature by a thoughtful kitchen. Everything served by a smart, attentive staff. Highly recommended!

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Veronica Fish & Oyster

$$$$

Oyster Bar

Sarasota

4.8

1864 reviews

This is my favorite place to go! The ambience, the staff and the food all five star

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Bazille - Nordstrom International Plaza

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tampa

4.8

1242 reviews

Top class food and service every time we visit. Outstanding.

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Del Frisco's Grille - Tampa

$$$$

Steakhouse

Tampa

4.5

2014 reviews

Service was great. The food is hit or miss. My friend enjoyed her salmon and asparagus. My fish was good but the batter seemed different and the sweet potato fries were overcooked.

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Texas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FL

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lakeland

4.6

4529 reviews

Very exceptional service. Food was amazing as well. The overall theme of the place was fantastic.

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Shephard's Ocean Flame Interactive

$$$$

Breakfast

Clearwater

4.0

1560 reviews

Great experience. Food was fabulous. I'll definitely come back.

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Clear Sky on Cleveland

$$$$

Unspecified

Clearwater

4.5

1545 reviews

Very nice place. We ate outside the front of the restaurant. Enjoyable and good food.

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Timpano Hyde Park

$$$$

Italian

Tampa

4.6

2681 reviews

Good food and friendly service

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Bijou Garden Cafe

$$$$

Continental

Sarasota

4.6

2128 reviews

What a simply wonderful “fine dining” experience at Bijou! We returned after a hiatus and were thrilled with the new remodel. We ordered the duck, the scallops and the salmon. All beautiful presentations and delicious. The highlight was Grayson, our favorite “professional server” over the years. He continues to show a flair for making the experience flawless, and is always timely and even anticipates our needs throughout the dinner. So refreshing and so rare these days. Grayson, you make the difference, and we will make a point of dining with you again soon! Thank you and thank you Bijou!

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Columbia Restaurant - SandKey

$$$$

Spanish

Clearwater

4.6

7698 reviews

Our server was amazing. The food was delicious and nice and fresh. Glad we made a reservation but it was fairly quiet. Thanks you!

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Birch & Vine at The Birchwood

$$$$

Global, International

St. Petersburg

4.4

2179 reviews

Wonderful meal perfect outdoor dining weather we will be back

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717 South

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tampa

4.5

2372 reviews

We celebrated a birthday with a big party and they were very accommodating.

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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

$$$$

Seafood

Longboat Key

4.8

7214 reviews

evrything was good recomend this place to anybody trying to have good food and spend quality time with the family

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Cafe Gabbiano

$$$$

Italian

Siesta Key

4.7

3060 reviews

Amazing food and great service!

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Ophelia's on the Bay

$$$$

Contemporary American

Siesta Key

4.8

5370 reviews

Prices are becoming too high. Now I go there only for special occasions. The view is splendid, the food is excellent and the service is above average.

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Parkshore Grill

$$$$

Contemporary American

St. Petersburg

4.7

2586 reviews

Food was outstanding. Our waiter took very good care of us and our drinks were great. 5 star experience.

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Island Way Grill

$$$$

Seafood

Clearwater

4.6

3374 reviews

Happy New Year celebration with family! Super food and service! Variety was awesome and everyone enjoyed!

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E&E Stakeout Grill

$$$$

Steakhouse

Bellair Bluffs

4.8

6007 reviews

Always a good experience. Good food and pleasant servers

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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

$$$$

Italian

Sarasota

4.7

2811 reviews

Excellent food!! I can tell that a lot of love went into preparing these meals!! We can’t believe that this was our first time visiting this restaurant. We will definitely be back soon!!

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Michael's Grill

$$$$

Seafood

Tampa

4.8

1081 reviews

I invited a friend of mine out to lunch at Michael's and once again it was an excellent experience. The grouper tacos were amazing, and our waitress did a wonderful job of taking care of us. For a casual dining experience with awesome food, I would highly recommend Michaels Grill

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FlameStone American Grill - Trinity

$$$$

American

Tampa

4.7

939 reviews

We had a wonderful eening. service was perfect. I have already told many friends to come check it out.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Saint Petersburg

$$$$

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

4.4

1445 reviews

Great food. We were surprised this Roth’s Chris did not participate in “Ruth’s Rewards”, but food was still great.

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Gabriella’s Bistro

$$$$

Spanish

Tampa

3.7

2 reviews

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Rococo Steak

$$$$

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

4.7

2268 reviews

Food was wonderful. Sommelier was great. Picked out some terrific wines. Very knowledgeable and friendly

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Lucky Lobster Co

$$$$

Seafood

Dunedin

4.7

1947 reviews

Food was very good. Longer wait than usual. Music was terrific!

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Casa Ludovico - Palm Harbor, FL

$$$$

Italian

Palm Harbor

4.8

1783 reviews

1st time dining. Special birthday celebration. Enjoyed. Will be back.

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - North Sarasota

$$$$

American

Sarasota

4.5

2284 reviews

Ally was great, the hostess/manager was very accommodating, food and drinks were excellent. Except for one minor disagreement over mustard dill sauce, everything was great. Still our favorite restaurant!

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Tampa Palms

$$$$

American

New Tampa

4.6

1958 reviews

Tony was our waiter, and as always, he delivered exceptional service and an awesome attitude that we've come to expect from him! The food was excellent, the baked brie special was amazing, perfect start to my 60th Birthday dinner! Finally ordered the Chicken Pot Pie, so creamy and delicious! Had the Smores Cheesecake for desert, a perfect end to a delightful meal! Thanks Tony & Stonewood for being our goto fine dining restaurant in our area!

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Cafe Amici

$$$$

Italian

Sarasota

4.7

779 reviews

When checking in with the hostess, we were not apprised that the restaurant had a very limited menu for that specific day. We were looking forward to appetizers and entrees that we reviewed given the vast menu online; however, the menu was quite finite. We did enjoy our meal as it was very flavorful. We just would have preferred to be aware of the menu situation before deciding on dining at the restaurant. Our server was attentive and personable. And the ambiance/setting of the restaurant was quaint and lovely.

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Kona Grill - Tampa

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tampa

3.8

2235 reviews

Miss Sunday all day happy hour menu

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RumFish Grill

$$$$

Seafood

St. Pete Beach

4.1

3573 reviews

The dining experience was great. The staff were attentive and the food delicious.

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Bizou Brasserie

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tampa

4.0

681 reviews

Limited wine list. Food and service was great but the place is pricey.

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Fleming's Steakhouse - Sarasota

$$$$

Steak

Sarasota

4.7

1645 reviews

Nice place but expensive. Special occasion yes but to expensive for multiple visits in my opinion.

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Kafe' Kokopelli

$$$$

Contemporary American

Dade City

4.7

933 reviews

Waiter was excellent, friendly, and professional. Excellent food and service.

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Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

$$$$

Seafood

Sarasota

4.6

4552 reviews

started with a very wobbly table but once leveled the meal was fine.. Dishes were hot and well prepared. Pepper Mill was empty, no sugar brought to table with my Dbl Espresso had to ask twice. However i thought it was a good if a bit overpriced spot. Will try some others on our stat before returning.

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The Waterfront Restaurant - Anna Maria

$$$$

Continental

Anna Maria Island

4.5

1982 reviews

As always the Waterfront did not disappoint. The food, drinks and service was amazing.

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Bahama Breeze - Tampa

$$$$

Caribbean

Tampa

4.6

1467 reviews

Bucs game!

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Cassis St. Pete

$$$$

Continental

Florida

4.3

2230 reviews

Lovely atmosphere, good service, and a variety of selection.

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Casantica Ristorante

$$$$

Italian

Sarasota

4.3

893 reviews

Great Italian restaurant. Enjoyed the food and efficient service. We will return.

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MADE

$$$$

Contemporary American

Sarasota

4.5

1521 reviews

Pleasantly surprised! We were celebrating my daughters first child and the new year! The food was outstanding. Everything was fresh and yummy.

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Spinners Rooftop Grille

$$$$

Contemporary American

St. Pete Beach

4.4

5506 reviews

Our waiter was on point on his service. Explained really well the menu and drinks. Took our 2 boys under 2 and the attendance was spectacular. I don't recommend taking kids my mistake. It's more of couple nice dinner.

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Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach

$$$$

Seafood

Bradenton

4.7

2519 reviews

Drew was an excellent waiter. Very friendly, constantly checked in on how everything was. It was easy for my older parents to get around, no steps. Great experience and such a treat.

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Whiskey Joe’s - Tampa

$$$$

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Tampa

3.8

1526 reviews

Great atmosphere and the food was excellent. Server was excellent. A wonderful evening and sunset

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Kona Grill - Sarasota

$$$$

Contemporary American

Sarasota

3.8

1174 reviews

Our server Sean did a great job taking care of 13 of us!

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Sardinia Sarasota

$$$$

Italian

Sarasota

4.7

1183 reviews

One of the best Italian restaurants in the Sarasota area. Interesting twists on dishes. Service exemplary and friendly. Try the veal chop, stuffed tomato and ricotta tart.

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Texas de Brazil - Tampa

$$$$

Steakhouse

Tampa

4.3

5813 reviews

Went for New Years Day Dinner with my family. The place was busy but we had reservations in advance so the Manager (Carlos) made sure our wait time was less than 5 minutes. The service, food and overall experience was fantastic at this location in Tampa, FL. I highly recommend it. We will be returning in the near future.

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Boca - Sarasota

$$$$

Contemporary American

Sarasota

4.5

1217 reviews

We sat at the bar at Boca. Great vibe. The food was great. Service was a little slow but that was due to lots of diners and one bartender making many drinks. No complaints though. It was a fun time watching a great football game enjoying the scene.

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element: steak. seafood. pasta.

$$$$

Steak

Sarasota

4.4

1696 reviews

Absolutely amazing! We loved Desiree!

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