Reviews of Gaspar's Grotto. (Restaurant) in Tampa (Florida).
Gaspar's Grotto
1805 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605, United States
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Open hours of Gaspar's Grotto
Sunday
11 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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7 am–2 am
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Reviews of Gaspar's Grotto
Albert Emery
I came in here after flying into Tampa a few years ago. I had a really good experience with this place. Not one complaint at all. The wings were good but the Cuban sandwich was absolutely phenomenal. That was my first time ever having a Cuban sandwich and since then, I've tried others at different restaurants from time to time and nothing has topped this one.
The place had a fun atmosphere too.
Overall, this place gets 5 stars!!
Jazmine Blakeman
Nice outdoor seating area with a bar there is lots of space inside and outside. We tried the $35 bucket of margarita and Long Island. Definitely enough for 6 people to get buzzed. We got the Garlic Parmesan Wings and the Kickin Korean BBQ Wings. Great wings best I’ve had in awhile definitely recommend trying the wings we also got a basket of fries that came out hot and fresh. The server was friendly we did come out a Monday and there was no wait the food was fast and fresh. Great place to have drinks and wing’s definitely will be back!
Carla Cordoves
Nice vibes (live music available, outside bar, hens and roosters roaming around) and good staff.
The decrease in stars were receiving our appetizer (just fries) 30min after we ordered it, receiving salads with almost cold chicken and stale croutons. I didn’t complain because it was so hot - just wanted to leave.
Maria Logan
Stumbled across this place because the pirate theme looked really cool… had their brew, it was good and the Cuban sandwich was perfect.. my husband had the Havana roasted pork and we have both visited Cuba and I AM CUBAN!! I was very impressed and I highly recommend
Angela Smith
An amazing place full of memorabilia. The bar has a fish tank with live fish and the largest tip 🔔! Our waitress was very friendly and helpful in choosing the right menu. The food was very good but not exceptional.
B B
Sunday brunch has come a long way. Our dishes were made fresh and had plenty of flavor. Combine that with outdoor seating and good entertainment, and it was a great Sunday brunch experience. The food has improved and hopefully will remain consistent.
Luis Enrique GQM
Really good! I love the place!! Great location, super nice decorated. The service amazing and the food spectacular and the Sangria from the house own recipe: AMAZING!!!!! 5 stars and I recommended 100% to everyone.
Sandra Mixon
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED EVERYTHING! Our server Angel was SUPER AWESOME and was very accommodating. The food was "all that" and then some! Will definitely be coming back to visit. 😊🙂😊🙂
Tahmid Rashid
Not the true essence of Gasper anymore. They cut down their menu significantly and of the only items they offer now, I would only consider the Cuban Sandwich and Shrimp Crab Quesadilla to be worthy. I miss the BBQ Shrimp Dinners, Salmon, and other seafood items that had real Cuban vibes. I hope they get back.
ABHIJAY PATNE
It took them forever to take our order and deliver. We felt a little discriminated as others around us were getting their orders pretty quickly. And it's not that our orders were something complex, a few beers, lemonade and French fries. Plus it wasn't very crowded at that time.
The ambience is pretty good and they've a good selection of beer and other drinks.
Shannon Basile
We were just finished doing a group thing for my husbands workplace. We'd walked to this bar to cool down with drinks and a quick bite. We were a group of eight (all couples). The waitress asked if we were splitting the bill. We said yes, we were all couples. When she finally came to take our order (they had very little patrons) she asked again about splitting the check (we told her again, no big deal). She said she said she needed to get her pad and pen to take our orders. She returned about ten minutes later and asked as she was taking orders which of us were couples to separate the bill. We told her as she took our order. We noticed she was drawing a line between each couples order. She mentioned it was her birthday. We all said "happy birthday!". Another 20 minutes went by and we finally got our drinks, which we quickly drank and ordered another round (we were pretty parched at this point and didn't know how long it'd take to bring the next round of drinks). About 30 minutes later the food arrived. I'd ordered beans and rice (because I'm a vegetarian). The waitress put a basket of fries in front of me and said verbatim "We're all out of beans and rice, so I ordered you fries.". I said "oh, okay thanks.". She asked again who was on who's tab. We all started looking at one another like hmmmm, but we told her again. Once we finished she brought the bill and asked again about who was together. At this point we were wondering if she was celebrating while working?🥴😵💫🍹🍸🚬 LOL I'm unsure if she forgot what the lines meant between each order or what happened. She proceeded to go through each thing we ordered and asked us who had what to eat and drink. Once again everyone looked very puzzled. Even after that she missed 3 items ringing us up and we each ended up paying again. P.S....Gratuity was already added to the bill. I understand it was her birthday and everyone has bad days but, don't think we'll be returning. 😒
Chris Brewer
60+ years of serving the community can't be wrong! I had excellent naked wings and some cold Jai Alai IPA and both were excellent. Friendly staff and while I enjoyed the patio, the main bar is a classic. I'll be back for sure!
Matt Redling
Great atmosphere. Decent beer selection. Small menu but all our food was good. Service was slow and sub par.
brandi wilson
Fantastic drink deals, as always (makes up for the absolute gouging going on for parking in Ybor). Couldn't believe the great price on wings. Ordered them and then an Ybor rooster decided to hop on the table. I felt judged so I took them home. My boyfriend ate them drunk that night so I never got to try them but he assured me they were awesome.
Betsy Leslie
Ordered a crab and shrimp quesadilla and a Cuban sandwich. Yum!!!!! The quesadilla came with salsa and some kind of dipping sauce that was fabulous. It was chock full of crab, shrimp, cheese, spinach, bell peppers and some other veg worth eating. The pressed Cuban was devoid of veg. (Some places make them that way by default, so be sure to ask if like your tomato and lettuce tucked in there.) Have some napkins handy, because it will drip. Lots of cheese and condiments, which is a plus in our book. It was jam packed with meat, so be ready for a meal size sandwich. Enjoy your grub in this festive, quaint, piratey atmosphere.
Song Li
Love here. Crispy Cuban sandwich, surprisingly delicious singaporean styled wings which are only 10 times better than buffalos. And our waitress Christy is super friendly and accommodating. Great beers and home whisky, delicious food, very reasonable price, cozy sitting outside settings made it a best place to go at Ybor city, Florida.
Laura Baker
Great service, great food, wonderful environment - we had so much fun! Can’t wait to come back.
John Mercer
From Tampa but now live in NJ. Was just in for lunch. Awesome food. Fish spread was super good. Cuban sandwich came with side of black beans and rice. Gotta order it people.
E E
Awesome bartender, awesome bouncer who my partner and I had awesome conversation with! check out William Schiller's display case!!! His son owns the place, and if you are interested in the Manhattan project at all this place is worth it just to check that out!!
Also the house beer, Peg Leg, is one of the most interesting beers I've ever had!
Mike Nicastro
Excellent food and service and atmosphere. We had the Cuban Sandwich and Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad. Both tasted great and even had enough to take home.
Kerri Martin
Fun pirate atmosphere. Delicious Cuban bread and butter appetizer (our favorite thing we had). Sandwiches were fair.
Genie Suarez
Went to Gasper's for brunch for the first time in a long time and the food was delicious, my family was in from NY and they were so happy we went there. Live music by Jared barefoot was entertaining and amazing. And a special thanks to Marquan! He really went above and beyond to take care of us! I could see that he had a bunch of tables but never once showed that he was overwhelmed or stressed. He was impressive and killed he it with the service with a smile. We will definitely be back and hope to get him as our server!
Scott Harrison
What a diamond in the rough. Was very surprised at the quality of food here. The shrimp and grits were phenomenal and the bloody Mary was pretty good as well. Oh and the fries were WOW. The sweet tea taste like you made it at home, Delicious. We'll definitely be back.
Adrian Konikow
Highly recommend it. Get the Cuban sandwich and have a nice cold local craft beer from the tap. Good atmosphere, pirate themed. It feels like you're walking into history.
ParadoxicalKody
food was delicious and was reasonably priced for the quality and portions. the waitress was nice and so was the hostess. nice atmosphere and good seating- very cool and shady. my cousin quite liked the alcohol selection. nice place to take your friends.
Gary Cohen
Ordered a burger with fries. Burger was well done when ordered medium but overall wasn’t a bad experience. A good place to go or stop by while in Ybor. Service at the bar was okay but either overbearing or absent depending on the interaction (all or none). My experience wouldn’t make me a regular but wouldn’t drive me away if I wanted a convenient place to get a drink or a bite to eat.
Monika Pickering
Went to the outside bar- I believe it’s the one with the dining tables - more family like setting. The bartender was amazing. She was crazy busy but yet didn’t miss a beat. She got to us immediately and did so with a smile. Her hair color matched her energy- on fire
Desiree Martina
Staff were cool. I didn't know i could order all flats hot wings, so when I only got 3 she told me I could have. No worries. Next time I will. I wanted some loaded fries but was told they could do was cheese fries. But when I got them they only had a sprinkle of cheese on them and the manager was very understanding when explained what I was expecting and what I got. She took it back and off my order. The sangria was actually really good. The alcohol light weight that I am only needed 2 glasses before calling a uber home. It was a great experience.
Tanya Figueroa
I had the Long Pork Sandwich // 15.00
Fresh buttered Cuban bread, piled high with our Cuban style roast pork and Swiss cheese then pressed crisp. Served with French fries.
It was good.
They also have good Cuban latte.
Lala Dorsey
Waitress never came to our table but she did serve the table full of guys. She passed our table twice. Guess since we were a table full of females maybe she thought we wouldn't tip. Cool. Funny part we def tip and we'll because we know the struggle. Oh well. Food was good. Drink was strong. Ordered at the bar. Go Bucs!
JoAnne Gantzhorn
This is both a positive and negative review. So the Grotto is busy, seems like a party atmosphere. Menu is small but looks good. Sangria is excellent as was the IPA beer my husband had. Ordered beverages and appetizer and will order dinner when appetizer comes.
Our wings seemed to take awhile, but they'e tasty. Did not get napkins or silverware tho. Put our dinner order in and got our napkins after finishing appetizer (we kind waved her over) Now the wait...my daughter received her dinner 1st, we didn't receive ours til AFTER she finished hers...ours finally came and was tasty. Spoke with server and manager about long wait and food coming out incorrectly. They explained that the Cuban sandwich maker wasn't there and she had to "track him down". I stated that we should have been made aware of situation rather than sitting and waiting...and waiting...
Anyway, manager was very understanding and comped $15 off bill. She understood our disappointment as dining out prices go up and it's becoming a treat to take a family out for dinner... and we have experience in serving industry. So we know that things go awry.
Anyhow, tasty food, interesting decor, busy party type place. Negatives, lack of communication, missing Cuban sandwiches maker, lack of table service (napkins, drink update, silverware).
Would we return? Possibly but there seems to be alot of interesting restaurants in that area and we live over an hour away.
Steven Donaldson
We had lunch on a weekday and I've been here a few times before. The atmosphere and vibe are pretty good, especially the inside bar area. Service was good and our server did a great job. This might be an inflation issue; however, we ordered the Cuban sandwich and I felt like I was ordering dinner at Berns steakhouse. Everything was priced ala cart (slightly sarcastic here) but I was startled they charged an extra $1.50 for lettuce and tomato on the sandwich to an already overpriced Cuban! I was afraid to ask for mayonnaise and a couple of pickles (more sarcasm). Fries were extra $1.50 and the meal only came with plantain chips (ugh). My rub is if you're going to soak the customer at least make the food tasty, It was about an average Cuban, surprising for the heart of Ybor known for Cuban sandwiches. I see the Cuban Sandwich reviews here are good, maybe it was an off day.
And the one Stella Beer, $6+ as well ... again not a bad experience, just not was I was expecting for the prices.
I'll still come back!
Mishell Almina
For starters the bartender acted like it was a big deal to change one of the tv channel to the World cup. Then we didn't have a waitress for the first 10 minutes so we ended up moving to another table. The bill had a different cost than the bar for the drink that we were having.
Just not worth it l, specially since there is so much to do in Ybor. Would not recommend it during the day
Brian Nelson
Thanks for an awesome time during Wreslemania week! Staff was awesome place fits the area and the Wreslemania theme. Super cool chicken all over. I loved it! I recommend everyone visiting eat here and check out the pics.
Daniel Barnes
I am really glad that Carmines had lazy servers and we're completely inattentive. So we left and went to Gaspar's Grotto. Great choice. Cuban and Spanish bean soup were delicious, and our server was really good too.
Mike Daily
Our waitress, Kat, was an absolute pleasure. We had drinks and appetizers (wings and Mahi Mahi Spread) that were both awesome. Both were excellent and I cam recommend both. The fish is smoked, so you need to like bold smoked fish, but it is superb. We drank the house old fashioned, which is made with Slow and Low. Again, it was Devine. I had a local lager style beet and it was really refreshing and a great example of what a micro lager should be. Overall, a great stop. Thank you so much, Kat!
shaquana Black
This joint was jumping and packed on the inside as well as outside and it was pouring down raining lmao. The party went on and I loved it. The have a live band preforming on the right outside area, a DJ inside and a DJ in the 2nd outside area which is to the left. All of the music was good and the drinks were strong.
Raven Pittman
Love gaspars it's a must on any trip to Ybor. The energy is perfect for any occasion. Want a karaoke night head to the left was a chill bar vibe with some great music stay in the center want to dance and have a blast head right.
Yolanda Santa Cruz
I've been living in the US for almost 3 years now and Erick was, by far, the best server that I've ever had. He was extremely accomodative and chill even when we were a big mess made out of 6 adults and a baby, with no idea of what to order. He is so cool that you will even want to have him as a friend of your own. The atmosphere was also very nice for our early lunch and so was the music. I highly recommend this place if you are around.
Grande Finale
Absolutely loved the atmosphere service was good and the food was great. Also their bloody marys were enjoyable. Over all 5 stars for my rate
Simara Hands
Fun pirate themed bar/restaurant. We had the cuban sandwich. It comes with fries. Nice crispy cuban bread with cheese ham, pickles. You will not leave hungry. Great place to sit back and relax for a while with some great food and drinks. The staff was very friendly. This is going to be our new hangout. Really cool nautical and pirate antiques all over the walls.
S “Rocket Saw” saw
won't be going back. service was not attentive. waiting a while for burger and fries almost 40 minutes. she was too busy talking to friends instead of checking on my order.
Rita
Food was ok the hostess was slow and unnattentive and wait time was horrible but our server did say he was understaffed and was bartending as well as waiting tables his good personality definitely made up for the chaos i could've done without all the chickens and roosters running around our feet as im terrified of birds! overall good atmosphere tho
The Big Easy Traveler
Really fun place. Decent food, our server "Kat" was amazing. Do spend time taking in all the history on the walls.
A Drink to the Past (Sean Thompson)
Good drink specials, excellent Cuban sandwich, friendly staff, speedy service. Great place to check out, the pirate themed decor has a million things to catch your eye.
Joseph Graydon
Stephanie the bartender was very pleasant and always smiling made you feel comfortable..the Cuban sandwich so far the best I tasted in Florida....The nice young lady out front very nice...glad I stopped in here...love the decor
Murph
Place is great! Pirate swag everywhere. You'll spend hours looking at all the mementos decorating the place, most of which were collected by the owner himself from around the world as a Merchant Marine. Indoor bar, tables, and a wall with multiple TV's. Outside bar on both sides. The bar on the east side has 2 fountains/grottoes, a bar, multiple tables, and a stage with live music. I got Wings with Carolina Reaper hot sauce. First time I've seen the sauce on a menu anywhere. Very plump and juicy wings and the Reaper sauce was HOT!!! Just wasn't as hot as expected, got it on the side just in case but my Ghost pepper sauce at home is a lot hotter. Nice big fries and I had the house Peg Leg Red lager which was fantastic. I knocked the rating down a star because service was quite slow, our waiters first night! Talked to Jo Jo the manager, and he was more than made up for it. He gave us a piece of key lime pie and a piece of chocolate bourbon pecan pie, either of which would be worth stopping in for! Just truly excellent pie! Also threw in another Peg Leg Red! They also have a gumball machine with ping pong balls to get your beer pong on!
Skully Kat
Came because I was hungry with a friends and it was very delightful. Waitress was attentive and we were serve in a very casual manner. It was busy when we first arrived and slowly emptied out at the night went on. Will come again for their interesting wing flavour selection
Great Beer Now
I like themed bars and restaurants. They often have more to offer and are more memorable than an ordinary place for food and drink. I was in Tampa, Florida not long ago, searching for a place for drinks in Ybor City and the nearby establishment that was recommended online more than any other was Gaspar’s Grotto.
This Tampa establishment is a pirate themed bar and this fact is more than evident the moment you walk inside. The walls are covered with pirate paraphernalia, pictures of ships, and other things related to pirates. There are statues, too, and with so much to look at, it is very easy to get distracted and lose focus.
Gaspar’s Grotto is more than just a bar- it is a restaurant as well and it serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Many who visit here go for the Cuban sandwich or one of the pizzas. The centrally located bar is convenient for guests and the bartenders can mix up anything you like to wash down the food. I was more than pleased when I discovered the respectable number of local beers on tap. There is an outdoor patio at Gaspar’s Grotto also and it is common to find live entertainment, for added fun.
A visit to Gaspar’s Grotto will likely standout for the pirate theme more than anything else, but the other standout feature is the prices. The drink prices are lower than those of surrounding bars and the food prices are more than reasonable, too. I was pleasantly surprised when I visited and discovered such quality beer offered for such a fair price.
Themed bars are fun and Gaspar’s Grotto is certainly a fun place to visit. I took the advice of people online and visited Gaspar’s Grotto at their recommendation and I came away satisfied. The atmosphere, prices, and service all rate better than average and it earns an easy recommendation overall.
Norman Robinson
Early afternoon casual dining while hanging out with my grandson. Friendly associates, good food, & affordable prices.
LizMary Johnson
Best bartender in Ybor, friendly, fun , fast af which is not very common in Tampa Fl , urrggg it’s annoying until I come to your establishment! Tiffany you rock !
Anthony Carlton
Randomly stopped in here for lunch while I was walking around Ybor, the decor and outside seating caught my attention. The server was great and suggested the Cuban, I added fries. It came in a reasonable amount of time and I don’t regret it. The pork I believe made the sandwich great. Will have to come back and try the wings.
Uri nun
For what it's worth, good return on $40 brunch. Decent selection of food, especially seafood. All you can drink mimosas with choice of juice. The menu specifics vary from week to week. Great location in historic Ybor City.
Jessica Best
They put the Chiefs playoff game on for us and had a good array of High Noon/White Claw.
Bjorn Steinolf
So, because Google has refused to update the hours @ Gaspar's Grotto I'll be posting them here.
Bar
Sunday 11am - 1am
Monday - Thursday 7am - 1am
Friday & Saturday 7am - 1:30am
Kitchen
Sunday - Thursday Open - 11pm
Friday & Saturday Open - 12am
All closing hours are subject to volume, capacity, or circumstantial situations.
Kaitlynn Kenna
Prices of course have gone up but over all, Ive always like Gaspars Grotto. Drinks are good food is actually really good here not just great for drinks 😂
But it's great night , karaoke is always the best ppl watching
pgm 86400
No lie these are the best wings I've had in Florida
Ayda Pour
It was a good Cuban sandwich, but the service was not convincing.
All of the bottles and tables were dirty, not knowing why.
Trevor O'Malley
Awesome pirate themed bar with some decent bites in Ybor City. Great spot to stop for a drink as you explore the district.
LariLee
Fabulous service, reasonable prices, gorgeous outdoors seating area. The guava sour cream is worth the visit on its own!
Johanne Pearl Couturier
Amazing place! Even on a Sunday night, people were coming in to listen to the live music in that charming and fun terrasse. Will go back definitely. 😍 …
Veron Coleman (Billy Ray Valentine)
Great local place with real nostalgic feel. Great bartending all around. I didn't eat but food available. Kind of place everyone stops inside on their walk thru ybor. And the beer plus shot special? #winning
Jeremiah “JLew”
I have worked in ybor for the last 2 years and Gaspar’s is my go to spot for lunch. Their wings are phenomenal and I am now leaving my first review because of the amazing service I received today by an employee named Brooke. She was so fun to talk to and was extremely attentive and kind to everyone in the bar. I’m looking forward to more lunches at Gaspar’s!
Kimberley Hammett
Epic Brunch ! The biscuits and Gravy were absolutely amazing ! Service was fantastic! Can't wait until the next time !
Carl Frick
This was the best Cuban sandwich I've had outside of Miami. And, its Ybor City. Enough said!
김지혜
Liked the Cuban Sandwich
And the employees are the best! They constantly check if people need something.
Asia Tucker
Located in ybor City and amongst all the other bars and club. This always have a great ride. There's an inside and an outside both plan. Two different music both having a great vibe! Drinks are a little pricey but they are definitely worth it!
Jr Dup
Jazz was an awesome server and the food was affordable and very tasty! Large portions and flavored well for brunch.Will definitely visit again.
Brandee Duncan
Perfect place to stop and relax. Excellent drinks, excellent food, excellent service! Laura was absolutely fantastic! The Devil Crab is absolutely delicious, and the Cuban bread is to die for!
Jn McKinney
Walking around Tampa my husband and I opted to support a small business and settled on this spot. Service (waitress) was slow. Food was mediocre, ambience was nice. Probably wouldn’t return. FYI- “Jumbo Wing” aren’t jumbo, they are just wing dings.
C B
Very cool pirate themed bar. The Cubans where great and the service was good.
Polina Antipova
On Friday night we waited for a meal a little bit too long. But we had sangria, that helped us waiting ))). I liked the food, especially Devil Crab and crab/shrimp quesadilla from the appetizers part of the menu. The Devil Crab was so big, that I was full by the time the main dish was delivered.
Roderick Paterson
Excellent food and drinks at this pirate-themed bar.
We had the fried pickles, fish tacos and a blackened shrimp wrap. All recommended. The wait staff were very helpful and knowledgeable on food and the beer/cocktail offerings.
Star Webb
Tiffany the best bartender she makes you feel welcomed every time I come in thank you love ❤️💋🎉 …
Kevin Jackson
If your looking for a place where you can have a good drink, enjoy a variety of good music, room to dance or sit a table, all while being outside, then this is your spot. Me and the fellas was heavy on Heineken's as you can see from the photo. But the bartender kept them coming which is all you can ask for.
Willie H
The food is very good and the orders are out pretty fast, except on Saturday nights. But it's very busy there on those nights. So still well worth the wait. Drinks are decent and not watered down. Staff and bartenders are very nice and good at making their rounds. John the DJ is awesome so don't let his looks fool you. He plays music of all genres and karaoke is always fun to listen too. No cover charge to get in at the time of this post
Mikeymike
Stepped up and sat right now .
Still cannot believe people do not want to work and it effects the menu !
But the food was on point and I appreciated the menu stated why it is so small ( due to lazy people not wanting to work) .
Even short staffed it did not slow down the service!
Koodos to you guys !!
I will be back sooner then later !
So stop by and support Ybor City bars and restaurants!
Camaris A
We had googled taco places while in ybor city and this location came up. We ended up going but the waitress had advised they no longer had tavos so I was a bit disappointed in that. Not a big selection of food. I ordered the pulled pork quesadillas which weren't too bad and my fiancé ordered a burger which he really liked.
Scott Nieman
Great service, great food and excellent beer. Our server was amazing and I'll definately seek this place out the next time I am in Tampa. The decor suites the theme and is very interesting to look at. Great feel when your there.
George Monroe
Gaspar's Grotto! What a fascinating place! Didn't expect to enjoy as much as I did. The service was great and the food was fun to eat. Try the PB&J wings. Delicious!
Viki Walters
Very chintzy, but plays perfectly into Tampa's pirate history. The food was really good and the decor is just fun. I highly recommend the Spanish bean soup. Apparently it gets rowdy and loud at night based on walks past there, but for lunch it was quiet and good for chatting.
Find My Food Stu
Great outdoor courtyard in Ybor with live music. Have a small Sunday brunch menu and good mimosa specials.
Faelaun Onaolapo
Went here for Sunday brunch w/a friend and it was amazing! The bottomless champagne/mimosa capped it off! Will definitely be making my way back here.
Ron Hershberger
Great atmosphere, foods great , nice size portions , super friendly staff .
Shane Oborn
Great food and fantastic patio! The place is being run very well and obviously taken great care of. The wait staff was busy but totally helpful.
Linda Landers
This was my first time but I really like the place and on Sunday nights they have a live band or two guys that play guitars and sing as very nice I loved it and I'll be back
Astrid Garcia
Good vibe. Delicious food. The Best people
Deb Hollaway
We stopped in for a drink in the Grotto on a Saturday night. No cover charge, 1 drink minimum. Listened to some great karaoke singers
Janine H
Good night time location. Delicious food and drinks. Music jams. Even karaoke is entertaining. Good outdoor areas.
Kyle Veatch
Came here for lunch only. The atmosphere and service were both good. Asked for a soda and they gave me a can, not sure if they normally serve all their soda for a can or not. The menu has a nice selection, but I came to try out the Cuban. It was good, but definitely not the best out of your options in ybor. The fries were very good though. The food was definitely more "bar food" than I thought it would be, but it's not always a bad thing.
Wally Kochan
I was immediately greeted and seated as I walked in. The waitress was attentive and quick on getting my order. The food came out hot and fresh.
Marco Randall
I've never had the food so nothing to report but I like the vibe and I have always got good service here.
Jose Rodriguez
Great Spot to sit outside by the YborCity Day or Night Life, Great Cuban Sandwhich, Great Coffee Service, Hostess and Servers are The Best. #everydayoutsidesitting
... please bring back Quesadillas Back on menu =)
Thanks Y'all
Jacob Miller
Had a delightful Cuban. Good proportions of meat and bread, super fresh pickles, crispy yet soft from the press.
Another surprise was the Long Pork sandwich. The side of jus really makes it!
Service was super friendly. Attentive, but not over the top.
And, sitting right on the Main Street, people watching on a perfect weather afternoon doesn't hurt!
Donald Plummer
Excellent experience for lunch though we were there during off hours. Very reasonable price and great food.
Jose Mack
The Coolest place in Ybor City! Great music, the Best drinks, the Coolest people and Biker Friendly as was discussed on The Big BoneYard on YouTube.
#TheBigBoneYard #BigBone1Percenter
AnDrea Lynn
The device was Awesome and the food was Delicious!!! The atmosphere was eclectic and the pirates during Gasparilla made it all the more FUN!
Lisa McCree
This place is amazing. Stacie took such great care of us.. the staff went above and beyond for my bestie's birthday and the food was amazing. You must try their Sunday brunch..best I've ever had...Thank Gaspar for all you love and hospitality.
Kevin Brown
I absolutely love this place..the food is always fresh and the service is always great..I come for both..Kelly our server is always friendly and polite and alway makes sure everything is ok..
I never eat at a restaurant more than 2 times but i wake up craving their food. I come here 3-4 times a month now since my first time. If you get a chance try their fish n chips the soup is delicious both the black bean and Abuelas red bean..the crab cake is to die for..and their cuban sandwich has to be one of the best ones I've ever had and dont let me forget the calamari ..its like butter in your mouth Today I will try something new and will post pictures after i figure out what i want.. they have such a big selection of food and drinks to choose from its hard to pick but im sure no matter what i pick ill be happy..I just have to say it again absolutely love this place!
So i chose the Seafood and Pasta and it was amazing ..chunks of real crabmeat, oysters,clams,big shrimp and bowtie pasta..too much for one person..it was perfect!
jason williams
Always a fun place to have a drink and let loose. Bartenders are always friendly with the pours and the customers are welcoming and friendly.
Vickie Boyd
We love this place. My friend and I eat here when he visits from NC. We highly recommend it!
Ti D
Was okay good. The dry wings looked good, although I'm not a wing fan. My friends said they were good. We went for appetizers and drinks. Drinks were fantastic. Service was fast and friendly. The crab cake thing was a 3.5 out of 5.
Joe Pezzulich
Fun place to go in Ybor. Really great Sunday brunch. Cool food items and great wings. Good experience.
Sandra Silvia Rhein
Great place to sit outside and have a beer and delicious chicken wings. Our kids loved the place since they could run around and chase the chickens. We even met one of the owners, Cherry Schiller, who sponsored an extra beer for us! Thanks! We had a great time over here!
Missy Prégeant
Love this place. We were attending the Jameson Bartender's Ball! They did an awesome job with this event. The entertainment was equally as fabulous!!!
Mike Buggs
Was ok. Prices are very cheap but my food was dry and the waiter forgot my orange juice and still put it on my bill. So I told her I never got my orange juice so she took it off my bill and have me a free small cup of orange juice. That was probably the best part of the whole experience.
Zachariah Ingalls
Emily was AWESOME and made our bate amazing. If she doesn't make manager next month I will be disappointed. Fast service with a smile and mad3 the experience memorable.
Shahalam Khan
Karaoke Night was awsome. Specially on Friday and Saturday Night. A must visit. Awsome place, awsome people and good food.
Jennifer Moore
Great gathering place especially the outdoor seating. Was at an event and the fresh fruits, veggies with hummus delicious. Fantastic Cuban sandwiches. The bartender was awesome and my rum drink was a tropical delight. Very clean. Covered outdoor, made it very comfortable.
Sherm
Had a great time if you are into karaoke and good place for night life this is the place to go! Special shout out to the DJ John!
Trice “Being Me” B
The food was so good, we went back before our vacation was over. The peanut butter and jelly wings and cuban sandwich are everything. Will be back on my next visit.
LISA WU
It’s fun to see chickens everywhere. Good price to eat and drink!
Isa C
Food was good, forgot to include an ingredient of my salad, gave it to me after I requested it. Good environment.
Tira Nicöle
Great atmosphere, good drinks. Nice weekend brunches.
Tiffany always brings the good vibes. She's always smiling & makes my group always feel welcome. All the bartenders are always nice & fun.
This is one of my favorite places to go.
Love the music variety in the three different areas.
Cris Musni
Honestly, one of my favorite places on the planet. Food was great. Drinks, cold and quickly refilled. But that staff made me and my pooch feel so welcome. Same as the other patrons to a guy in town for work. They all made me feel comfortable. That means a lot.
FYI, the devil crab and Singapore wings are AWESOME!
Rik Boer
Very nice atmosphere, spacious, nice beers. Food: the fries were cold, the chicken salad didn’t come with the specified ingredients (or at least not visible), and the chicken wings were to dry.
D H
My kid and I had a great Xmas night snack here! They we're short staffed due to the holiday, but they still took good care of us! It was nice to see Ybor without the crowds.
Menu has a decent selection of Florida style favorites. Gaspar's is particularly popular with visitors, but plenty enjoyable for locals also. Music is at a reasonable level until about 8:45 pm when they crank it up to chase out the fogeys. Some nights they host live music on the patio.
It's a bit overpriced, but people, you're in Ybor City. Enjoy some piratey fun! Tip your wait staff!
Robert Geoffrion
Authentic Tampa Cubano...very good. Spanish Bean Soup was excellent.
Oh...and fresh chicken!
Jason Carroll
Great place to host a private event. Great service and the DJ had the crowd going all night
Victoria
Nice atmosphere, good service, good locator in ybor. The servings were huge, and price worthy. Good selection of food on the menu.
Smithy.g Cafe
Fantastic Cubans, amazing wings, and superbly awesome staff make this a place to come back to! We all had an absolutely wonderful time, and will definitely return!
😁👍
PS - The pirate in the pic is NOT real, but don't tell my friend that. As you can see, he was quite infatuated, lol!
Des Ashby
Service was not the best at all! I had to call the restaurant after being seated on the patio with no service after 10 minutes. It was karaoke night and it made it fun. The karaoke host quickly became very irritated by people coming up to sing and make requests. He seemed very one sided at times. None the less we left because the people were entertaining but he became unpleasant.
Kai Kirk
The bartender was the best! I want to say her name was Emily! She was fast, perfect pours, and was very attentive! Will come back and pray she is behind the bar!
John Bhisitkul
I guess this is probably the best restuarant in Ybor for a relaxing hang. Either inside, out front, or in the courtyard. There's something that always draws me here over all the nearby options, as long as it is not too crowded. Would be even better if the chairs were more comfortable. My fish sandwich was decent. Bread, fixings, and fish all were nicely fresh. It did not stay together well when bitten. Wait staff have a relaxed casual not fast service vibe that fits the overall atmoshere.
Elisha DeSha
LOVE this place!! Food is delish and customer service is amazing!!
Shalinie Bandaranayaka
Cuban Sandwich was super delicious!! Dan was our server and he was super friendly and helpful! Loved the Grottos Beer! Refreshing!
Erik Marsja
Gaspar's Grotto is nice, friendly staff, and decent prices. I had the Cuban sandwich with fries for lunch and it was good. Before 7pm you can get two of their own draft beer for $5 and I tried both of them and I lust say they were good. They played bad music, however, and the noise level was quite high.
Carley Morrison
Great service and great food. Loved that I could sit outside. Server had my food customized and it was fantastic. I highly recommend!
William Merritt
Gaspar's Grotto is an AMAZING place to go is you want a spectacular brunch special. I was in the Tampa area for a concert and wanted to take my girlfriend out to somewhere special for Sunday brunch. Being from Washington D.C., my idea of a good brunch is a buffet style selection of high quality foods, and of course bottomless mimosas! This location ticked off every box. From the selection of high quality meats and seafood, to the champagne that's delivered to your table, to the different kinds of juice they provide to compliment the champagne (Guava, Orange, Mango, etc..). This place is truly a gem and if i ever make it back I will be sure to visit again!
Anil K
Went here on the night of 4th of July expecting a huge crowd, but I hardly saw anyone around maybe because it was a holiday. Wings were okay, nothing extra ordinary. Hope to visit again on a weekend. Cheers guys
Ruben
Best place I've been to. Great music on Sundays. Awesome brunch
J P
Great place and good food the hostes and waitress super nice i had a great time
David Kline
Great food, drinks and atmosphere... will definitely be going back soon A+ for Ybor city
Tony Trester
Really good breakfast. Excellent price and service is pretty good too. Ordered 2 egg breakfast over medium cooked perfectly. Comes side of home fries a meat and Cuban bread. With a drink all for less than 10$. Amazing
Carlos Perez
Nice place with good vibes.
Menu is not extensive but it covers what goes alone with drinks.
Service is excellent and I love the chickens roaming around.
Drinks deserve 5 stars.
Speciall Vibez
Karoke was fun but the white guy conducting it was crabby and overwhelmed with so many ppl trying to sing..like get a young guy who likes his job.
M Seiver
Bring your arghhh pirate 🦜 out when you are here. Hit a vinyl night or your fav. Get the bread , it's yum. 🥳🥂
Frank Defelice
Waitress said we had half hour before kitchen closes. Sat us down. That was the last we saw of anyone. Went to the bar to get two beers about 10 minutes of waiting. Told us kitchen was closed. At least she compt our beers. Only good part.
Kimberly Dickson
Great drink specials, delicious wing flavors and roosters 🐓 to boot. My hubby and I shared 10 wings in a couple different sauces. I had the Moonshine BBQ which was sweet heat and hubby had the Carolina sauce which tasted like a sweet mustard. Fries were large with crunchy outsides and pillowy insides. Drink specials included $5 for 2 shots of whiskey and 2 beers! All in all, a great value in Ybor City.
Krista Meyers
Fun spot! We enjoyed the blue crab, the wings, and the Cuban sandwich. I loved that the Cuban came with plantain chips. Thr drinks are very reasonably priced as well!
Clayton Hockett
Excellent joint- Brought my folks in there on a Sunday to the Galley and felt like family. Highly recommend
L Brown
They have the best Sunday brunch I've ever had. It's amazing. Giant buffet and bloody mary bar. Live music on the patio.
Rick Varian
Staff was training g which slowed service some, overall great atmosphere! I recommend when I. YBOR City
Judy York
I visited this week based on a recommendation of them having good food. They had a limited menu so I had the shrimp and crab quesadillas and my friend had the deviled crab. Both were decent, but not leaving me wanting to go back. The waitress was very sweet and attentive. My real complaint came when I paid my bill with cash. The waitress didn't bring back the correct amount of change. When I asked about it, she explained it is their policy to round up because they don't accept coins, but didn't tell me when I gave her the cash. It was only 30 cents, but if they do that with every cash paying customer, they are making extra money by stealing from their customers. Shame on them. For this reason, I will not go back.
Chip Gachot
Arghhh! This is a pirate lovers type of place. Great service, decent beer selection and very good tavern food. Generous sized portions! Just a cool place to go in Tampa.
amberly wilson
Great service, delicious Cuban sandwich and 2 for $5 beers!
Aja Leeshaye
Fish and chips on Friday is Everything! I also ordered the deviled crab as an appetizer. It was overflowing with tons crabmeat. My lunch date was perfect out on the outside patio.
Gin
Best breakfast in the area, I come here after class from HCC ybor campus sometimes. Not a far walk at all and the environment is super chill vibes. Wifi available for study time. Breakfast menu is simple, but good breakfast food doesnt need to be complicated, I like the home fries with sausage gravy and eggs. I've been here for lunch too, the fries (yes I love my potatoes lol) are AMAZING, and the hot wing flavors are unique and delicious! Service always takes really good care of me too, I love this little pirate ol ship.
Stephanie “Queen of Redemption” Dorrough
The food was yummy, the live music the night we were there was great and the decorations are photo worthy.
Grant Mehlich
Best Cuban sandwich in Ybor! Excellent place to eat, drink and be merry!
Donna Coryell
Nice patio atmosphere, fed chickens fries, strong drinks...good service...
Brii Morenita
The food sucks, so I suggest only going for drinks and to party (on the weekends)
Amanda Talbert
I went at the 10:30 am brunch on 4 Nov 18. For $40 a person, the spread was incredible! We sat outside with a live guitarist playing and singing, great talent so that was pleasant. We were given a ticket to receive 3 ounces of vodka for the Bloody Mary Bar, for FREE. There were 8 different fruit juices for your Bottomless Mimosas! I highly recommend the Guava/Pineapple Juice mixed then add your champagne. There was traditional breakfast items, soup, various cold salads, cold bar with oysters/shrimp/crawdads, pasta/omelet bar & wonderful deserts with fondue. The customer service was outstanding!! Our server was Imani (I-mon-ee), she kept the champagne flowing, the laughs rolling, and suggestions for what to do next! She was fantastic! I highly HIGHLY recommend going for the experience, menu and atmosphere.
Jamee Smith
For food, not good. But vibes, drinks, and music a solid choice on any day!
Craig Anderson
Always a great spot to grab a Cuban for lunch in Ybor. Their pork is done how it should be.
Eric Bathurst
Great food and friendly place. Definitely go again.
Jerry D. Voss
The best Cuban I have ever had. Great service, great area to go back to!
Dawn Bratton
We had breakfast on Gasparilla Pirate Day before heading to the waterfront. The kitchen was slammed so we waited 45 minutes for our food. I still gave it 5 stars because the food & drinks were very good. Fun atmosphere & friendly staff. Definitely a must go while in Ybor City.
Alexandra B.
Food tasted good but we ordered 30 wings and 1 cheese quesadilla took over an hour to get. When we did get them all the food was cold. Service was ok, he seemed more interested in hanging out with friends at the table next to us.
Amian Mullin
What a perfect place sit outside and enjoy a delicious cheeseburger and a cold drink. We loved watching the chickens roam around, my daughter just thought it was great. Our waitress was very nice!
Dr Sonja Gasque
Enjoyed the outdoor atmosphere and the live music. Music wasn't long enough to finish my meal.
Food was great !! I will definitely revisit. Hope they schedule the live music longer, during the day on Saturday. Thanks
Raziel Arias
Food is Amazing!
The service can be a little more faster but.
If you are searching for a Cuban Roasted Pork Pizza... That's the place!
Kathleen Long
Stopped in for a cocktail after lunch. Beautiful sunny day sitting at the bar on the patio. The bartender and guests were friendly and having fun. We were with out-of-state friends that we had not seen in two years. Glad we stopped.
Queen Indyia
The margaritas are amazing and the price is welcoming. The outside has the best DJ but the inside has a nice vibe as well. Can't forget auntie in the bathroom make sure you have your dollars she'll have what you need
Alex Melo
It has good food. The black beans were on a spicy side and they were not fresh our white rice was cold and Spanish pork was reheated. The good thing is the staff working the waitress was fun and great if it wasn't for her we would of probably walked out.
Joe Gilley (JoeG_Thrive)
Some consistency needed in the food. Some changes are noted by my wife everytime. The food is always good and beer as well.
Kayley Winter
Such an awesome atmosphere and the food was great. Will be back!
Ed Napier
Awesome place. Don't miss it. They're open for breakfast as well. I can't wait to go back.
Kenneth Davis
Great indoor, outdoor nightclub. Nice DJ, great vibe. Need to get more help to keep the tables bussed.
Pam Austin
Waitress was a grump ..and yes they had just opened and plenty of staff on hand. The JUMBO wings were the smallest we’ve seen but the Carolina BBQ was yummy. Cuban was mediocre at best cold inundated with yellow mustard and warm but not hot. Very disappointed that they advertise brunch however it was just a menu. With little to offer. Understand Covid has done a lot to this market. May be willing to go back if or when they turn back into the amazing brunch place that use to be.
Dan Guynn
Really good place to eat and drink, inside or out.
Kennedy Maddock
AMAZING CUBAN SANDWICH!!! The House Rum is a must, and the wings are all amazing!!!
Tasha Lewis
Its fishy...everything is..cool decor! Hostess was rude-ish, waiter tried but seemed new, menu reduced. I ordered a ceasar salad with chicken and a ice tea. It was huge! And delicious 😋
Yeisen Achitel
Get ya a Shot and a small tap beer for $3.12... 2 sets for $5
Stephanie Steiger
The place was ok. The wings were good
Kendra Lageson
Great food! I had the Buccaneer burger (specifically no onions and add ketchup and mayo) very good! service was great! a little concerned with the small
menu at first but was pleasantly surprised!
Adele Richards
Carina was amazing! She is a great bartender and really listens!
Mark Hawley
Big Bar and nice patio space. Good is great
whydoumockme
Had a blast with friends on a late night. Their wings are really good and the music and atmosphere was super fun. I love the fact you can sing karaoke in one place, eat dinner in another and then dance the night away on the other side!
Joshua J
Visited the patio on a Sunday evening. The patio was a perfect combination with the weather. There was a live performer who added to the experience. Overall a good wind down to the weekend
Room Design In a Box
Breakfast was delicious! I had the skillet and some delish Cuban coffee. Great vibe, cool spot! Looking forward to hanging there for dinner. I haven't had breakfast for under ten dollars in a very long time!
Lee Anderson
Had not been out in along time.Music drinks And the best moonshine wings and fries Ever! Fun fun atmosphere dancing music wonderful. Went with friends one night had such a good time went back the next night with my husband and had a blast! Great staff and safe environment! This is the spot!
Kirstin Blueskies
Stop there for an early morning breakfast. Waitress messed up my order. Not happy. Also their Cuban coffee is an expresso so make sure to ask for latte. I had both and it was good. Service was also slow and it wasn't busy. Prices were good so. Mixed bag. Latte really good
Vamp1reCakez cromorty
Drinks was good, karaoke was good, food was good. Only issue was no decent waitresses. Once seated i had to fo to bar and order drinks and food. Bartender was awesome, she even served us the food and drinks to our table. The waitress just kept walking by. We tipped the barkers cause she was our waitress. I would definitely go again.
mark zack
Only 3 stars because I remember how it use to be and I went back with high expectations. Had a burger and beer. Burger and fries were great. Just miss that old sailor feel of a bar that separated it from the rest of the joints on the strip.
Pamela Lee
OMG... The jumbo deviled crab cake was definitely jumbo and so tasty. But, you only get to see half. The fettuccini Alfredo with shrimp to die for.
Cher E
Cool outside patio with live music! Had an ice cold Floridian on tap. There was a guitar player who didn't know who Kings of Leon were when we asked him to play one of their songs. Lol.
EDITED: We're regulars here and last time we were at Sunday brunch there was hair in the grits. This wouldn't happen if your kitchen crew wore hair nets. Servers, make sure you pay attention to what you bring out. We would hate to not come here anymore, but we continue to because we love the BOGO beer special.
IJR Racing
A very nice pirate themed restaurant. keep in mind that there is a lot of decorations on the wall and it is very crowded and loud.
Joshua Fasano
Amazing kareokee bar the chickens 🐔 really added a fun touch to the place. …
Rena P
They allowed me to have a small bachelorette party here during quarantine. Service was excellent and the wings were 🔥. Masks @belegendarytoo on ig …
Pixie Mae
Food was good. Entertainment was bad. Wanted to leave as soon a as possible.
Michael Sima
Indoor bar area was eye catching
christopher gibbs
Lunch specials, detailed drink and beer menu.
Loved the drink specials. Lively place.
lady T
I always have a great time at this place, the food is amazing, the servers are upbeat and friendly
Adys Naranjo
Went on a Saturday for lunch, they had live music by way of a guitarist and we sat outside under umbrellas for shade. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. The food was tasty and the portions were ample enough to share for two. We highly enjoyed it!
Tim Poirier
The bartender was great. The food was delicious. I got the fish spread, which is far better than the name suggests. It tastes great and gets better tasting as you eat it. Weird, I know, but it's the truth. Unfortunately, they lose a star because it was served with saltiness, instead of a decent cracker, plus, their food menu is extremely limited. They blame covid for that, which is untrue, because everywhere I go, kitchens are staffed.
Shirley Steele
Great ambiance and friendly staff! We came for the wings and the dry rub ones were very tasty! The garlic Parmesan ones were ok. We definitely want to come back and try some of the other flavors as they sound so yummy!
J F
bought a sweet tea and a sprite and a Cuban sandwich with fries and extra side of fries to share with my fiance. it was very delicious. $24 total. very friendly waitresses
Denise Viola
I had friends visiting from Maine and this is where we met. The bartender (unfortunately I don’t remember his name) was absolutely phenomenal at the bar and as a server. The Cuban sandwich was spectacular. The only reason I am not giving this place five stars is because the bathroom filthy and not stocked.
DaAndre Mack
Had a great time Friday night . Great service and music
Regina Poss
Food was very good. Seemed somewhat disorganized, but may have been due to staffing issues, etc. I would definitely return. A good casual place for food & drinks.
Danny Foley
Great place to kick off a weekend with breakfast. Excellent cafe con leches. The breakfast menu is very reasonably priced.
They have an outdoor courtyard, complete with bar.
Gina Wates
Changed from 5 to a 3 star. I was in the restaurant 20 minutes before someone asked us if we had a server. We just ended up leaving. Also they don't do the Sunday brunch anymore it seems.
Bryan Alexander
Ive been going to the Grotto for 30 years. Great Ybor institution. Three venues in one. Food is solid and consistent. Staff almost always awesome. Great place for drinks/dinner/meetup w friends, etc. I never stay in Ybor wo at least one trip here.
Simon Hoff
Don’t usually write reviews but me and my buddy stumbled upon this place while in town on business a couple weeks ago and had a great time! The music was great, this wings were amazing, and the overall atmosphere was nice as well! Val took great care of us at the bar both nights we visited! She’s a rockstar! We’ll definitely be back!
gilberto cardona
Great place to hang out with family and friends. I love coming here..
Connie Honig
Delicious Cuban sandwich.
Karen Weil
Cuban was delicious and great beer specials.
Cole Won
Good vibes! Would have given 5 stars but you can only fit 2 people on the dance floor. Make it bigger so people can actually have more fun other than drinking. Otherwise no complaints. Had a good time and will return. Just open the dance floor please.
kimber6650
EXCELLENT! Had the Cuban w/Fries. Oh my goodness 😳 the fries were so good just as they come seasoned deliciously. The Cuban was so, so BIG and so, so delicious 😋 I would highly recommend. We saw alot of other foods pass by our table so we will definitely be back to try them as well. Great decor. We ate outside on this beautiful day and it looks like it would be a great time during the evenings as well!
Jeff W
I don't go to Ybor City much but when I do, I always seem to stop by Gaspar's Grotto. The atmosphere is perfectly Tampa... Tons of pirate and nautical memorabilia hanging all over the place... Nice bartenders... good food... Great drinks... I'm really not sure what more you could want in a place to hang out with friends.
Edit... return trip. Of course nothing has changed but I did try the pot stickers tonight with sweet Thai chili sauce. Wow... You gotta try those!
Juan Antonio Manrique (Tony)
Working near by for a few weeks and I have eaten here a few times because the guy I go to lunch with is in love with one of the Bartenders. I have had the wings which are GREAT. The Cuban which all I have to say is they used yellow american cheese...I'm way to much of a Cuban to even consider that to be ok so I say pass on that. Also the pork tasted as if it was not prepared properly. The Fried Chicken sandwich was also not very good. I also liked the Chicken Quesadilla, I had the small size which with the fries was almost too much. That is one thing I will say, the portions are very generous. Overall cool place to hang and have wings and fries.
Reggie PrettyBoy Brown
From the time I been partying here it has always been a good vibe with positive energy with a good vibe. Yes good drinks great food dance vibes during the day and night time
Bo T
Favorite restaurant in Ybor City, friendly staff, fun environment, highly recommend. Tostones appetizer, do not go here without trying this!
Blake Rice
Gaspars Grotto was a great place to eat and drink. Lots of food and drink options for anyone and we really enjoyed eating out on the patio. Great atmosphere. Our only issue was service. We waited over 10 minutes after being seated to get drinks. Even longer to order food. When it came time to pay the bill, we could have just walked away. We never saw our server again. We had to go inside and tell them our whole order and pay so we could leave. Would go back again for the food and atmosphere but I think we just had bad luck with our server. Hoping for a better experience next time.
Rebecca Thieme
Great experience as always nice mix crowd
Debbie Benjamin
Makayla and Maurice are absolutely amazing.
They were very informative about the area and very sweet all around .
Maurice even spoke a little Spanish to make the vibe more comfortable for my friend learning English .. very sweet young man.
Food was great at affordable prices.
I definitely recommend this place .
Ronald Cirillo
The food and service was really really great!!!!! Good prices and great location on 7th St Ybor City.
David Rouse
Busy as expected but the shrimp and grits was basic at best.. literally grits with a couple shrimp on top... a little garnish would have at least made it look appetizing ...
Andrisha Daniels
Great spot to hang out. No cover charge, just walk right in. Dress as you please. Dis are great
Risa Barwick
Cubans are the best! The live music was great during brunch. We also like to come here in the evenings for the laid-back atmosphere and good drinks! I enjoy sitting on the patio and smoking hookah
Clint Harrell
delicious... and great service!
Marlena Shaw
Great atmosphere and the fries are off the chart!
Valentina Huff
We stopped in for lunch on a whim. The inside decor is awesome! Our two young boys had so much fun with the pirate theme. The food was really good. Huge outdoor area too!
Craig Lawrence
Didn't have drinks here this time around but have had some in the past. Karaoke was lit esp the guy running it. Can't wait to go back. One of my favorite places in town.
Dexter McLaughlin
Customer service was Top Notch and the food to match, will definitely be back!!!
Ed Diaz
Went there for lunch on Saturday with family. Great atmosphere and ambiance but lots of hiccups.
First, we weren’t sure if we had to seat ourselves or wait to be seated so I asked a waitress who told us to go see the hostess. When we went to see the hostess she unnecessarily commented that everyone has been ignoring her and we should just seat ourselves.
Second, we ordered an appetizer that never came.
Thankfully we never charged for it but not sure what happened there.
Third, we were sitting at a table that was on the way to the restroom and there was barely a gap for anyone to pass behind me. Most people went around the table since there was a lot more space but one waiter squeezed himself behind me and shoved my chair out of the way as I was eating. Seriously?
Fourth, one of us found pork cartilage inside her Cuban sandwich and there was a long hair in mine. Yikes.
This could have been a fantastic dining experience but unfortunately a lot of the details were overlooked and left a sour taste in our mouth.
Next time we’re in town we’ll check out another place.
Also, is there a reason why coke is served in a bottle as opposed to a fountain drink?
Jennifer Neate
This place has it all!! Great food, great drinks, great staff and the atmosphere is one of the best!! Was here only once but it will become one of my regulars when I go to Ybor city!!
Penny Mcdermott
My date and I enjoyed their traditional Cuban and fresh cut fries... delicious and large portion.
Thomas Allison
if. you're into history. and a great time this is a fantastic destination. the food was awesome but we dropped in with 30 people so it took a while. I'll call ahead in the future
Belinda Garcia
Nice place to relax and have a good sangria
Terrance Bynum
We had an absolute good time in this place for St. PATRICKS DAY. The vibe was super chill!! The bartenders were generous and super friendly! The DJ's kept everyone moving and shaking all on a Wed night. From the moment I walked in the door the party was lit and I love a good mid-week party. I will definitely be revisiting this place!!!!
Rohan Sura
Affordable drinks and food and the vibes are fun!
Michelle Fernandez (champ)
Best Drink specials EVER & GOOD FOOD
Locke Birbeck
We went to this restaurant before a concert with some friends without any expectations, and we were pleasantly surprised. The staff was friendly, the bar was fully stocked, and everything was clean. The place also has the option of being booked for events. Overall the visit was great and is highly recommended. OMG the Cuban pork was the best I have ever had. My 4 year old loved her grilled chicken as well and the staff was amazing!
Jennifer Santiago-Cruz
Good atmosphere, heavy drink making it worth your money. Had a cool time with the karaoke.
Chris Shultz
We were in Friday night for a couple drinks. One bartender (kelley) was very unfriendly and made us awful drinks. Thankfully, steph helped us to fix it. Would be nice to have more bartenders as hospitable as steph and the rest of the bar
Aaron Grey-Lodge
Came for my baby's birthday..Definitely worth the trip...good food and good environment
Jermaine Black
Visiting Ybor city on my birthday and stopped by for lunch it was good we had the Cuban sandwich with plantain chips nice scenery and location
Jason Cameron
The service was okay, but not exceptional. The food was pretty good and you received a good portion for the price.
Bill Johnson
It was a great place to stumble into. I was looking for a cuban sandwich and found one of the best I have ever had. And the fries that came with it especially set off the entire meal. I also had a drink or three of course. The host was great and so was the bartender. She was really nice and knew what she was doing. I am definitely coming back here really soon.
Derek Fournier
My favorite spot in Ybor. Good food and better drinks are topped by a central location with three varieties fitting any need. Indoor, outdoor and eclectic and outdoor / trendy all have spots and they are all run by friendly, efficient and engaging bartenders and entertainers. Whether it is a fun night out or a breakfast in Ybior, this is my go to location.
Freedom Fighter76
Excellent cuban sandwiches. Lina our server/bartender was awesome, friendly and helpful. Loved the whole pirate vibe of the place. My wife and I would probably spend a lot of time here if we lived closer. Definitely worth stopping in for a good Cuban sandwich and porter beer. Loved it ❤️!
Christine Antoine
I love this bar because it's mostly middle aged people. It's never too crowded or trashy. I love the bar tenders. I just wish they had more options in flavored top shelf liquor. Otherwise I definitely recommend this place to people between the ages of 25-whatever age you're comfortable with going. Great music selection too, versatile in hip hop and trending music
Spaul Forrest
I love the grotto.. an interesting bunch of people serving you with a smile. I'm mostly just being nice but yes, it's a good place to go to. The food is good and the service is also very good. I would definitely stop in if I were you.
Russel Lawrence
The staff is very friendly and accommodating! First time there and I felt like I was already a regular!
Scott Dexter
Breakfast was great and price was good. Dive bar feel but nice waitress. Portions were big left full.
Jeff Giroux
Would've gave this place a 4 star but they were extremely under staffed and it took forever to get our food, the waitress was super nice but trying to wait on too many tables, considering all that, the food was pretty good and the atmosphere outside was nice.
Lurch 352
It is very hard to find a spot to park unless u park at a garage and walk to this restaurant. I liked the live band outside and the atmosphere. There was a good portion of food but my food was VERY greasy. My wife's food came out warm not hot. Her food came out but not the condiments she asked for with it. By the time it came out her food was cold. Our waiter was horrible. He didn't refill my drink unless I asked and had to ask several times for someone to get him. I'm on the fence with this place. It's probably a great place to go night time but not for lunch.
Susan Comi
We love this place. Being able to sit outside on a patio during a Pandemic was wonderful. Maurice our server was terrific. Polite , friendly, and sense of humor. He was the only one working and he was hustling. We will be back next year.
Dre Ferg
Love the night life bartenders were excellent & the crowd was nice.
Leslie Elliott
Great place! Great chicken wings! Friendly/fun atmosphere. Hostess, Alice was a welcoming part of our afternoon. We appreciate the help from manager, Andy, too. We'll be back to Gaspar's Grotto. Thank you.
Christine Dean
We had so much fun at brunch today. The entertainment and food were both amazing!
Christina Perez
This is one of THE best places in Ybor. You cannot go wrong. No joke.
Richard Kumpfer
Fantastic spot! Fun, high energy and interesting decor. We want on trivia Tuesday and it was super fun. Emilie was our bartender and she absolutely crushed it. The food was delicious and there were great options. Drink prices were very reasonable. Will be going back when I'm in town.
Greg Labere
My Cuban sandwich had good flavor and was hot. Lacking on meat only one slice of each and a little shaved where was the pickle? My first long island was lacking in punch the second two made by a different bartender were great. Didnt know who to tip the original bartender or the one who made the better drink seemed more like I belonged with her.
Rudy Wyatt
Awesome nautical artifacts. Food and service was awesome.
Steve Quarles
The food was great, outdoor patio is really good, and the service is really top notch. But Friday night karaoke plays at volume that is ridiculously loud and hurts your ears. They really need to dial back the volume
B.D. Olsen
Good times in the friendly pirate bar.
Mario Chamorro
Great outdoor seating area if you like music and party. Beer is good and they have house brews. Food choices are reduced due to the coronavirus labor shortage.
Rocky Biggs Jr
Incredible food! Make sure that you go for their brunch special - all you can drink included!
With the Tittles
A staple in Ybor. Indoor and outside seating. Local roosters may walk up and visit your outside table.
Anita Sewer
Comfortable relaxed atmosphere employees attentive & good place to eat.
Jenny Raoul
The outdoor seating due to Covid is what draws me here. The drink specials are another plus. Who really gives you 2 draft beers and a shot or sometimes 2 for less than $6.00. This place is laid back is have two outdoor seating areas and an indoor section. I didn't go indoors only stayed on the larger outdoor patio area. I normally go for the wings and drinks. This time the food took a lot a bit longer than normal the drinks never fail me here. I recommend this place especially if everything gets back to normal they do live bands sometimes. Waitress was sweet as ever.
Russ Townsend
I was not expecting the portion sizes when I ordered breakfast. Delicious and more than I could hope to finish. Say yes to the Irish Coffee.
Turiya
Drinks were good, service was *meh*, food was not worth the wait or bothering to get them to correct everything that they got wrong or forgot. Just get a drink here- skip anything complicated.
Megan Loyd
Been there a couple of times I've had some lackluster off-putting service and some cool service for some reason the bartenders in the patio seem way more friendly in way more talkative to their guests. You're kind of left to fly on her own on the indoor bar Cool scenery cool vibe Not sure about the specials if they're even are any but a good place to meet up with friends and if you like attentive bartenders definitely worth sitting outside for.
M Hasenfuss
First time there. It was ok. Hostess had the personality of a wet rag. Definitely not someone I would put as the face of my establishment. By friend's Cuban was greasy and the wait staff was slow.
Also, the should mention on the website that their menu is extremely limited (still claiming due to COVID).
Normally I would post pictures. But honestly, nothing was worthy.
Cesar Garcia
It was a fun place if you like to drink. The atmosphere was friendly and staff very courteous.
Fernando Rivera
Delicious brunch...too much to try 😋 …
Julie Ballard
The food was amazing and staff was super sweet. Gaspar's has been around a long time and definitely a staple to Ybor since I was young. Make sure you take the time to go eat there. At night a great place for drinks and hanging out.
Jerrick Viliere
This place was so fun...went after Gasparilla. They had a live band, hookah, great food and of course good drinks. Always enjoy myself everytime I go
Denise Monahan
Bartender was friendly, loved the atmosphere and the chickens that hang around
Adam Murray (BowlOSoup)
As a person who does karaoke everywhere that I travel, this was one of the best atmospheres for that. Place has a good sound system and stage. The bar is quick too. I’ll be sure to be back the next time I visit Tampa
Shane Bunton
The place was busy and only had two servers which meant we had slow service. Our server was nice and was doing her best, she was just super busy. The food was good. My wife had pork tacos that she loved and the steak sandwich I had was well seasoned but a little chewy. We tasted the red sangria and was not impressed at all. The rum runner I ordered was so so but my wife loved her blue pin a cola.
Tyler B
Best Sunday brunch I've ever been to.
Kita Martinez
Soooo good. The Beignets were perfect. The live music was awesome. My special birthday song just put the Cherry on top. This will definitely be on my list of Brunch places to go to.
Megan
We had a good time. We enjoyed the Saturday night karaoke. Food was pretty limited and they were out of a lot of it. The drinks were good though. Hopefully the menu builds back up soon.
gene parker
Christy was the best bartender ever. Food was great and the price are fantastic. Will be there every Saturday
Faith Brewster
Good place to hang out. It gets packed on the weekends. Not sure how good the food is, but the drinks are great.
angela ramirez
Very friendly staff and the drinks were impeccable
Mary Watson
Our waitress Elizabeth was great! Food & service good. Fun place
Frances Scott
Great service, great food ( the savory crepes were delicious!) and it was a real treat to see a couple of Ybor City's finest roosters, hens and their chicks come strolling through.
Kimberly Brunson
Food was amazing. Waiter was the best he remembered all 5ppls orders and drinks with a smile and amazing service 😊 …
Samantha Sherwin
Loved the decor 🏴☠️ the wings were really good! My favorite part is that there was hookah outside on the patio. …
Corey Jones
Stopped in kind of by chance after just walking around. Thought we (my wife & I) would give it a try after just coming from the distillery of the same name a few block away. It was early afternoon so there was zero crowd at the time. The staff was pretty friendly. We just order a thin crust pizza & a few drinks. The pizza was very good being a pizza lover anyway. They had specials on the drinks which is always nice. I could picture this place being very different as far as being crowded later that night. Especially with its location plus good eats & drink specials . . . you do the math.
Phoenix Fyre
Absolutely amazing food, a very fun atmosphere, good prices and a varied menu. The staff is friendly and competent, the alcohol selection is good and they have live music quite often. A good place for events with two patios. Dog friendly on the patios. Definitely a must on any trip.
Michelle Watson
The food was really really good! We sat inside. That seafood quesadilla was excellent! I was a little worried because our drinks were at the bar and there were people talking over them with masks half on. But the waiter for them so it was ok.
Joe Alfonso
Stopped in with a bunch of friends on Friday night! We decided to do bottle service out on the patio. What a great night the service was amazing! They were friendly and you never had to wait for anything. I would suggest this bar to anyone looking to anyone looking for great service, great food and great times!
Tommy Truce
Came to ybor city for the first time and was recommended to this place. The drink specials were great something along the lines of 2 for $5 but they're more a sample size than anything. Menu contains mostly seafood but the burger I got tasted great. Definitely worth checking out and I really enjoyed my meal. Best part is that they're dog friendly!!
Preston Abadie
Awesome atmosphere and bar. The food is great too.
Drew Brown
Really cool bar in center of action. Drink specials are ok, but not many. Bar staff very friendly and responsive.
Russell Huston
I heard that they served an excellent breakfast. The rumors are TRUE. There is a good selection of breakfast options, but the Cuban French Toast is the best. Couple with the peppered bacon and potatoes and you'll be very happy. The laid back feel is evident both inside and outside. When the weather is good, sit in the courtyard.
Great overall experience! I'm definitely a regular
Tiffany Murphy
Loveeee gaspars ! I have came a few times now some with just the girls other times with my partner. The atmosphere is always relaxed ...great music... Great fast service from the bar tenders there always on point. Plenty of seating for groups... They also have hookahs which i love. The ground is always so diverse and everyone gets along well. Definitely a great place to get out and enjoy your night. Oh just be aware the crazies come out in ybor after 12am!!!!!
Adrienne Picariello
Used to play good music. Dj doesn't know the audience
Google User
This place was nice! We were outdoors with their live band and it was such a pleasure to hear love music again! It was a mixture of jazz and hip music and it had everyone interact and dance together! This place was the place I enjoyed most than the other bars because it's such a friendly environment and everyone was really cool. I enjoyed it a lot.
David Wagner
Casual place. Very chill during the week. Was able to enjoy the food. Pork tacos are amazing. Had the shrimp and crab quesadillas as well. Can't go wrong. There is an outdoor seating area with propane heaters outside. Friendly and attentive wait staff.
Emily Shipley
Was there yesterday with a large, chaotic party. Emma was our server and she was amazing! I’ve been a server before so I know how Wild Wild West a 20+ person group can be. Emma really did an amazing job going from person to person to try and get their orders all while taking care of her other groups. Definitely not easy for her!!! Mad props lady- sorry we were pure chaos
Brian Pontius
Cuban sandwich is amazing. Flavor is amazing! Slightly too much oil in the bread. But very well made. One of the best I have had. The fries however were second to none!!
Tina Buggs
I had an amazing time. The best singing...❤️❤️
Andrea Daniels
Gaspar's has a limited food menu, but the drink menu is still appealing. Our waitress was sweet and she was patient as we waited for another person to join us. I will definitely be back.
Michael Hios
This place has such a fun atmosphere. The nautical and pirate decor inside provides hours of entertainment. The staff are very friendly, and the food is good. The outdoor area is spacious and comfortable and dog friendly. It’s a perfect place to start and end a day in Ybor City
Jeff Larson
Funky place. Diverse people watching.. fun wait staff. Very down to earth.. I would have a drink there again...
Tyler Lindner
Good food. Decent service usually but had a big party that we called the day prior but they were not ready, had to wait almost 30 minutes after the scheduled reservations. Then only one server for 20 people. She was very slow to get with us and miss charged drinks to groups. Just be careful if planning on a gathering here. As far as just grabbing food or a drink with a few friends. Place is great and enjoyable to hang out at.
GCS
Had a great time and a great meal at Gaspers Grotto. Our waitress, Jessica was absolutely fantastic. She was the perfect level of attentiveness without being intrusive. The Cuban was really well done and the fish and chips were solid as well. We'll definitely be back.
Anthony Finn
Inside portion very quiet, if you want to hold complete conversations. A covered seating courtyard for karaoke or perfect for groups of friends who want to sit at a table. Then my favorite area, the uncovered side courtyard, usually has a dj. This area is always lively and the place to be.
Shamari Conerly
Outside bar was awesome!! Nice drinks and friendly bar tenders..
Nicole Manguso
Awesome place. Great music and fun. They need more bartenders with the amount of people that go there or make their drinks bigger so we don't have to go back every five minutes. And too many people smoking real weed out their hookahs. I still give then four stars for the music and fun that was had.
NuNails by Nikki
Great music...3 different rooms so there is somewhere for everyone. You pick the vibe you want and Gaspar's will deliver. Great drinks!
Rico H
Great food, great atmosphere, great staff. Went with friends for brunch, made new friends, taught some life lessons to some kids, had some great laughs, joked with the musicians and the tables next to us. Overall a great time. If you are a social person and like to have a good time, Gaspar's is for you. I'll for sure be back.
Carol Fresneda
Extremely uncomfortable, when all 14 if us got there, we were told they stopped serving any kind of food at 9pm. Went to pure alcohol. I cannot drink but ordered coke and it took 45 minutes to get it with excuses. Entertainment was good
Helena Lebron
Tiffany is lit!!! She was great and accomadating !!
Damon Roth
Outside space is fun. Inside decor is an eyeful. Loved it. Bartender inside was very sweet and attentive.
Jay Maldonado
Good food, variety of entertainment, and top tier service! Spent 3 evenings there with a large group (roughly 20 people) and our server Sandra handled everything flawlessly with positivity and speed. El at the outside bar was also amazing and went above when she wasn't busy. Not often you see a bartender cleaning up for bussers or helping servers. She is one of a kind!
Wayne White
Great place! Very lovely, friendly and pretty bartenders, and their chicken wings are AMAZING! Highly recommended!
John Q
Indoor and outdoor casual Pirate themed bar. Friendly and prompt service. The Cuban sandwich was recommended by a local shop owner. Best I have ever had & I have had at least 100.
Holland McKnight
👍👍👍MOE is the absolute best!!! Thanksfor the great service! This Cuban is out of this world! Thanks Gaspar’s! …
JJ Malvarez
The only reason I didn't give it a 5 stars is because when I asked for my Cuban sandwich I specifically asked for it to be pressed longer than normal...Very toast. Unfortunately it wasn't it. Still one of the best sandwiches I've had.
Rachael Sanchez
I just love this place! Never a bad time. The bars are always packed but the bartenders never sweat and get you your order quickly. Karaoke has to be my favorite, always a blast! And the food? 🤤 best wings! …
Abby Conroy
Great service, fast and friendly. Had three types of jumbo wings and liked them all! Nice atmosphere. The musician was really talented and it wasn't too loud either, we could still hear each other talking.
Tammy Knight
The best times to go, are Fri & Sat ! They're famous for the "karaoke bar" & Buffalo shrimp. It's free to enter & two DJ booths on both sides of the bar. I always enjoy myself when I'm there!
Joe Eggers
When you eat breakfast at a place that's open as a full restaurant and bar until late at night, you kind of know what you're getting into. It's probably gonna feel like they're not quite done cleaning up, and smell like stale beer and pine sol. And those were true, BUT the food was very good, the breakfast menu was inexpensive, the service was fine, and it's one of the few places open in at 7 AM in the area! When we left I noticed there was a huge outdoor seating area, and I'm sure that would have been a fresher feeling place to have breakfast. Next time! So not perfect but recommended anyway - lots of local color for sure.
Don Griggs
Great Cuban coffee and super yummy beignets!!!
Amanda Thompson
Pit stop before airport, awesome patio, badass wings, delightful drinks! Service was top notch, thank you to our server Jaz!
Haile S
Good food, but service was a little odd. Food we ordered was great but the waitress didn't really show up much (they seem more interested in customers who are there to drink) and they charged us extra for using a credit card (I've never seen this done at a restaurant before). Food and good music helped this place overall. I would probably go again.
Michael Eby
I used to hate this place years ago but they've changed a LOT since then. In particular, the Sunday brunch is always very good and they offer new, diverse selections each time I go. Waitstaff are always friendly and attentive. Great value overall and the live entertainment is always talented and fun.
Lauren Diane
Went for breakfast and the food was very good! The portions are large which is a plus!! Service was quick! The prices are even better!!
Cornisha Livingston
The people there is very chilled (no judgement zone). A mixed crowed. I don't club but this was a nice vibe and I'd go again. Remember it's mostly outside so it does get a little hot when you're dancing and drinking
Sunny Davis
Usually come for drinks and bar food but we recently went to their Booze Cruize Brunch. It was amazing! They had a huge variety of food with endless champagne and mimosas. Everything was well made and taste delicious. The staff was friendly as usual and the service was great. The live music was perfect for beautiful Sunday morning. I'm definitely going again.
Sangam Patel
Drinks served quick and properly. The staff is always friendly and the servers and bartenders are all very wick to make your drinks. There are 2 outside areas with bars. The one side has a band play as well as karaoke night. The opposite outdoor area usually has a DJ paying a good mix of the top hits. Inside is pirate themed and always cool. You can definitely start your night or day off right by starting here or even ending here.
Paul Miller
Went here for the Sunday Brunch, we showed up early and sat in the patio before the service started. The hosts didn't bother coming to get us when the service began and we nearly were not seated for the Brunch. The quality of food on the brunch service wasn't good. The better food options would run out quickly and not be promptly restocked. The crab legs were not very fresh and the shells were difficult to snap as they were rather floppy. The bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary bar are the only things that make this brunch a value.
Diane T
Went for Sunday brunch, and it was excellent. A nice variety of food. Prime rib was much better than a typical buffet. You get 3 ounces of vodka to make your own bloody mary or screwdriver. Plus a bottle of champagne brought to the table. They seat 2 shifts, so you are limited to 2 hours or less which wasn't a problem. Price is not cheap but totally worth it.
sjjw91
During the day this little restaurant is usually quiet and the food service is good. Their Cuban sandwich really is that good. At night it gets a lot busier and often has live music outside in their large outdoor area. Inside gets a little bit cramped when it's busy. They have drink specials, not sure about food though.
Kay Brown
Went to their karaoke night and had a blast!! Bartenders were great and very attentive.
Marcus Goff
I had never been there at night before but it was a pretty nice crowd. It was a mix of people from younger to older. You have and option of going outside and listening to different types of genre of music or inside where they play a variety of old school music. They also serve food on the inside and to some it may seem more intimate. Also, they had some good drink specials which is a plus. Along with drinks they have hookah on the he outside. I will be going back again.
Yvonne
If you’re looking for BEAUTIFUL people, FABULOUS service and DELICIOUS drinks, this is the place!! Emily our bartender and Allison Lamb could not have been more genuine & kind. Not only did they make us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived with a great attitude and friendly service, but they both went out of their way to help me find a diamond stud earring that I lost by the patio bar recently (while pulling my hair back) on a very busy Thursday night. I honestly think they were both as thrilled as I was that it was found and I could not be more grateful to them especially Allison Lamb, who kept the search going during her rounds to/from the bar, even after we gave up hope. Thank you again Allison Lamb and Emily! Next time we are in Ybor city we’ll definitely be back! 💕 #StayAwesome #StayBeautiful #StayKind
Amber Chang
We used to go to the amazing breakfast brunch buffet before. It's only a few a la carte breakfast items now. Still a great place for drinks and to enjoy Ybor.
Tishri Hyman
This is my second time to Tampa and each time I’ve visited this establishment with my people we’ve had a ball of a time. The first time was 2 years ago, and I must say they are consistent because it was just as much fun then. We roll about 30 deep and we were inside and outside. The music was excellent regardless of where we were.
Sean Morris
Not a bad joint. The food is good but the mood completely changes on weekend nights in favor of a more night club atmosphere with hip hop and dance music. This may be normal for most places but the difference between a weekday afternoon and a weekend night really threw us.
sam lueders
Great food, friendly staff really nice location and atmosphere
Pauline Slayman
Out first time visiting and really enjoyed the outdoor experience. Love the Rooster, hen & her chick's clucking around our feet.
jennifer weller
Bloody mary didn't have snacks and cost 12.00...disappointed but the rest was good. Apparently the owner did t read my review as I will not be back..I was disappointed. Left a 5 star becthe place was nice and my group enjoyed themselves. But paying that amount for a dissatisfied drink..I won't be returning.
Keith Sheehy
Great staff, drinks, and atmosphere had a blast meeting good people.
Judy Greenamyer
We had a wonderful time! Never waited for a drink and our bartender was upbeat and positive the entire time that we were there. Emily was just awesome! After speaking to another customer who knew her, we found out that Emily had had a very rough day, but we would have never known by her attention and attitude! Thank you for a wonderful evening!
Ian Cahall
Came here with a few co-workers who were introducing me to the area. There was an excellent cover band on in the Patio area. The drinks were fairly priced and the atmosphere was excellent. I had a really wonderful time and will revisit this bar sooner than later. I'd recommend it to anyone that would participate in any kind of bar scene. Very solid place.
Angel Jeter
Their tostones appetizer with guava sour cream is amazing. I was disappointed that they did not have the same cheese on it as described in the menu (quesa fresco was replaced by what seemed to be 3 cheese blend). It was not brought to my attention by the server that there was a substitute. It changed the flavor but still tasty. The Cuban bread was yummy as well.
Kristie House
Great Ybor experience. Service is less than stellar but the food and ambience is awesome.
Tess “Gypsea Tess” Mohr
Great service, good food, fun atmosphere. Family and dog friendly. We always sit out on the patio, which is great, but the inside is nice too. They usually have some kind of fun entertainment and host pirate events as well.
Gary Burnett
This place was wonderful, I Loved the live music.The food was delicious.
Ric Rini
Well decorated with plenty of interior and exterior space. There are two patios for outside seating that accommodate well for live performances. Not a stellar selection of draft beer but adequate. They also have bottled beer, again not a huge selection. The beer choice is more geared toward the masses.
They have a full spirits selection and food menu.
FREDERICK SEMBLER
We absolutely LOVED this Place! The BarTender & WaitStaff were AMAZING, The Attitude is UpBeat, the Interestingly International Customer Base is COOL, & Ryan Marchand, the Uber FUN, FAB Musician who played 2Day, was the PERFECT Topping on the Cake!!! Tho' SADly, it's Quite Far from our HomeBase, we will most CRTNly B BACK!