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Best Tampa Bay Outdoor Dining


Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Tampa Bay.


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Bernini of Ybor Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Bernini of Ybor, Tampa, FL 1702 E. Seventh Ave.
Tampa, FL 33605
813-248-0099 | Menu
A combination of history and fresh Italian fusion cuisine---in the heart of Ybor City. More...

Bon Appetit Continental
14/20
150 Marina Plz.
Dunedin, FL 34698
727-733-2151 | Menu
Family-owned restaurant with one of the best views in the Tampa Bay area. More...

Chattaway Burgers
10/20
358 22nd Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
727-823-1594 | Menu
Tree-shrouded, casual neighborhood hangout offering the reliable Chattaburger. More...

Guppy's on the Beach Seafood
12/20
1701 Gulf Blvd.
Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785
727-593-2032 | Menu
Guppy's offers creative entrées not always found on other Florida menus. More...

The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge American
11/20
Albert Whitted Airport
540 First St. SE, 2nd Floor
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-823-7767 | Menu
A smooth takeoff for this restaurant in St. Pete's little Albert Whitted Airport. More...

The Hurricane Seafood
12/20
807 Gulf Way
St. Petersburg, FL 33706
727-360-9558 | Menu
Smashing Florida sunsets, grouper sandwiches and local live music. More...

The Moon Under Water Indian
13/20
332 Beach Dr. NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-896-6160 | Menu
This Indian restaurant is one of the few places in Tampa Bay to find British-style fish ‘n' chips with cold-water cod. More...

Oystercatchers Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Oystercatchers, Tampa, FL Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Dr.
Tampa, FL 33607
813-207-6815 | Menu
The service and menu remain topnotch at this restaurant hidden among a natural landscape. More...

Salt Rock Grill Steakhouse
12/20
19325 Gulf Blvd.
Indian Shores, FL 33785
727-593-7625 | Menu
Popular venue with an open kitchen and a terrific view of the Intracoastal. More...

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