The 7 Absolute Best Steakhouses in Tampa, Florida
Tampa is littered with fabulous places to eat, and one of the types of cuisines they do not fall short on is steakhouses. Everyone loves a good steakhouse dinner for a birthday, anniversary, or any kind of celebration, really. They’re even great to eat at if you just want to treat yourself to a nice dinner out. To help you celebrate someone special or just to treat yourself soon, here’s a list of wonderful steakhouses to check out while in Tampa.
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
4322 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607, United States
(813) 874-9463
From the moment you walk in you will be greeted with friendly faces and will immediately notice the wonderful ambiance they have created here. At Fleming’s they are serving up award winning dishes and wines so the options here are endless. Their steaks are seared and season to perfection every time. The New York strip is delicious, but the Australian lamb chops, veal, or pork chops, are also great choices. Their main dishes are served à la carte and you can get an order of their lobster macaroni and cheese on the side.
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Malio’s Prime Steakhouse
400 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602, United States
(813) 223-7746
Another great steakhouse to check out is Mario’s. They not only serve up delicious food, but also some wonderful cocktails and wine as well. They have a great happy hour from Tuesday- Friday that is the perfect way to wind down after a long day of work. If you join for dinner, start off with an appetizer like the lobster escargot or mozzarella malzone. They have plenty of delicious steak, seafood, and other meat options for you to enjoy as the main course. You are sure to enjoy this elegant spot with wonder dishes and drinks.
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Council Oak Steaks and Seafood
5223 Orient Rd, Tampa, FL 33610, United States
(813) 627-7600
Council Oak Steaks and Seafood is one of the finest steakhouses in Tampa. This spot is well-known not only for serving its premier steaks and seafood, but also for its wine selection and scrumptious desserts. Something fun about this particular steakhouse is that they have an open concept kitchen, so you can watch your food be made right in front of your eyes. They often have live music which really adds to the ambiance here. Enjoy appetizers like their famous Council Oak bacon before inducing in items like the New York strip or the porterhouse.
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Bern’s Steak House
1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, United States
(813) 251-2421
Another iconic Tampa steakhouse is a family owned spot called Bern’s Steak House. It is widely known for its great service and wonderfully crafted dishes. Entrees here come with a salad and your choice of a side so come ready to eat! They have quite a large menu but some of the highlights include the live Maine lobster, the 4 oZ A5 Japanese Wagyu Strip, and the 14 oZ Delmonico. They offer tons of delicious appetizers, side items, desserts, and wine options as well.
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Texas De Brazil
4112 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607, United States
(813) 871-1400
Texas De Brazil is among Tampa’s finest steakhouses. They offer high-quality, true Brazilian churrascaria, which if you’ve never tried it, this is the place to get it. This is the ideal spot to celebrate a special occasion. A popular item on the menu is the filet mignon wrapped in bacon, if you are a meat lover, you will not be disappointed. Some other options include flank steak, braised beef ribs, and grilled pork ribs. Make sure to try one of their specialty craft cocktails during your meal here.
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Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
1700 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 282-1118
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is a famous steakhouse chain in many cities, and luckily Tampa is one of them. This spot is well known for its great service and wonderful menu items. Whether you’re here for a celebration or just don’t feel like cooking at home, they will make you feel very welcomed and special. For dinner try one of their many steaks or chops, seafood dishes, or one of the chef’s features of the night. Indulge in one of their specialty cocktails and you are sure to have a lovely even with Ruth’s Chris.
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Steelbach
1910 N Ola Ave Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 693-5478
This adorable spot is located at Armature Works, a great food hall in Tampa. There are tons of restaurants and shops here so it is a great spot to walk around and enjoy the scenery. Steelbach is a more relaxed steakhouse serving a southern styled menu for brunch, lunch and dinner. For dinner try one of their many steaks, chops, or their local Steelbach cattle. They also have tons of great starters, sharables, and entrees to choose from. Check them out for brunch and try things like their steak and eggs or pork belly Benedict.
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