Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Tampa

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Tampa? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Quality Foods Market

5.0

5 (330)

$50 and over

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Quality Foods Market offers a unique culinary experience, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, in a relaxed, elevated casual, and intimate atmosphere. Enjoy a seasonally changing, from scratch menu, featuring both classic and modern pastas; hand cut steaks from USDA Certified Premium Hereford Heritage 1881 Beef; New Zealand Lamb Chops; USDA Certified Prime Veal; and the freshest seafood available, flown in from around the world throughout the week. In addition, Quality Foods Market offers a curated wine list with selections from all over the world, and an unrivaled craft and imported beer selection. Executive Chef Christopher Houp takes the time to interact with each and every guest throughout the dining experience, taking the Chef's Table concept to a whole new level. Tables are limited, with just 16 seats inside, and an additional 16 seats for al fresco dining. Our guests are treated to a true Italian dining experience, as we allow a minimum of three hours between reservations.

Top review

elizabethVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Incredible food and awesome chef who comes to each table to chat during the meal

Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel - Special Events

5.0

5 (13)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Tampa

About the restaurant

Experience unforgettable moments.
Our spectacular annual events calendar holds something for everyone, from an opulent Mother's Day Brunch to Wine Dinners and Tastings. Create your times to treasure at Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Special Events.

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Katherine

Dined on May 11, 2025

everything was very lovely. I just thought $80 per person was a bit much but elegant, classy low-key event.

Paul’s Fusion Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (78)

$30 and under

Asian

Tampa

About the restaurant

We are a family with a rich Thai heritage that has been passed down for generations. Our love for Thai food and culture inspired us to create a fusion of traditional Thai dishes with a modern twist. Growing up in a Thai household, we were taught to appreciate the balance of flavors and the use of fresh ingredients in our cooking. Our menu features an array of dishes that combine Thai spices and flavors with other cuisines. Our goal is to showcase the beauty and complexity of Thai cuisine while infusing it with modern and creative flavors. We are excited to share our passion for food with you and hope you enjoy our unique fusion creations.

Our restaurant is located at 4034 W Kennedy Blvd right next to The British Shop and in the same plaza as Sucre and Chicken Salad Chick. Place a to-go order for your office or dine in with us in our cozy dining room!

We're looking forward to serving you in South Tampa, Florida.

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CindyVIP

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Wonderful food, attentive service and a nice atmosphere. A favorite!

Babushka's - Temple Terrace

4.7

4.7 (220)

$30 and under

Russian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Babushka's is the first authentic Russian restaurant in Tampa Bay area, serving traditional dishes. Borsht, Pierogis, Blintzes or Golubtzy - you can try it all at Babushka's Restaurant! An original rustic design and family-friendly atmosphere will provide you with a unique experience and a chance to feel cold, but rich and cozy Russian culture in the middle of Florida while enjoying delicious Russian cuisine. Visit Babushka's for an unforgettable experience!

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AnaVIP

Dined on May 20, 2025

We love the place and the food. Highly recommended

Caffe Paradiso - Tampa

4.9

4.9 (1234)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Caffé Paradiso voted best Italian resturant in Tampa is known for it's great home made regional dishes excellent service and reasonably priced wine list, also preparing special dishes at your request.

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BethVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We were greeted at the door, had top notch service and the food was so good, as always!

Zen Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (228)

$30 and under

Pan-Asian

New Port Richey

About the restaurant

For 20years, Chef Victor Wang and Owner Chiara Covelli have reigned over their highly acclaimed restaurant… Zen Forrest… known for its Chinese, Korean, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore. Award winning lunches and Dinner. Private events, cooking classes. Zen Forrest was known for amazing food, sake, wine and imported and local beers.
When the lease came up at Zen Forrest and they couldn't stay Chiara thought it might be the end of Zen Forrest in New Port Richey. As good things do happen, with the assistance of the new partner, Jay Patel, he found the perfect location on Grand Boulevard in downtown New Port Richey. It is a larger restaurant accommodating over 150 guests, with a Sushi Bar and a sociable, full liquor cocktail bar.

Chef Victor and partners are pleased to share their excitement with loyal Zen Forrest customers and friends and they look forward to hosting you to a new ZEN Kitchen & Bar experience.

Top review

Lisa

Dined 6 days ago

Our server was not overly friendly.. we felt it was strange for this restaurant as we have always had wonderful service at Zen. We came not long after they opened and we were made to feel like it was a bother for her. The food was excellent.

Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2033)

$31 to $50

Unspecified

Tampa

About the restaurant

Pizza, Live Music, Italian, Happy Hour, Brunch, Patio Seating, Lunch Specials

Top review

MarionVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great and immediate service; delicious meal and cocktails

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4.8

4.8 (113)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Wesley Chapel

About the restaurant

The new chapter at UMU, After 4 years of connecting with our community and exploring the best local, Japanese, and Thai ingredients, we are ready to share a new dining experience with you. By combining the authentic flavors we are known for with modern takes on classic dishes, we have reimagined our menu and our restaurant to create an intimate experience that welcomes newcomers and regulars back to our table.

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MicheleVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

I've probably eaten here about a dozen times now and it's consistently awesome. Jordan is my favorite server - we've gotten to know her and she's such a joy to see. The food is extremely fresh and hits the spot every time. It's our go-to place in Wesley Chapel for a great meal that's close by and consistent. One of the best dishes there in my opinion is the Yuzu Salmon from the sushi appetizers. It melts in your mouth and a must get every time I'm there. The Lobster is a terrific sushi roll and worth the price. It's a full lobster tail that's tempura fried in the roll but also 4 nice size pieces of lobster tempura fried on their own. I've eaten sushi in MANY places and there's something different about Umu. For one, I always sub soy paper for the nori in other places but theirs is never chewy or strong flavored so I no longer sub it out. Their wasabi is fresher than any other place too. A tiny bit goes a long way, whereas I always have to order extra at other places. The serving size is perfect, the rice and the prep- perfect. I will continue to return many times!

Bern's Steak House

4.9

4.9 (13829)

$50 and over

Steak

Tampa

About the restaurant

Perfectly aged steaks, one of the largest wine collections in the world, and an internationally famous dessert room. These elements have combined since 1956 to provide guests with a unique culinary experience. Prime steaks are cut to order, vegetables are grown locally on the Bern’s farm when available and sourced from the finest purveyors, and the menu includes 20 choices of caviar. Each visit to Bern’s Steak House takes you on a gastronomic adventure that defines Bern’s not as a meal but as an experience.

Top review

Kerri

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful dining experience as always! Server was awesome and food was great!

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Dessert Room at Bern's Steak House

4.9

4.9 (424)

$30 and under

Dessert

Tampa

About the restaurant

Retire to a private booth made from old wine casks on the second floor of Bern's Steak House. Enjoy decadent desserts, cheeses and after dinner beverages, including cognacs, scotches, ports, bourbons, specialty drinks and much more. Every dessert is handmade and prepared using only the finest possible ingredients.

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JessicaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Made a last min reservation for my sisters birthday to get some dessert! We had not been to Bern's in awhile and it was still as good as it once was! Enjoyed a few cheeses and a yummy Banana's Foster's for two!

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