20 Best Lunch Spots in Tampa

by The OpenTable Team
Updated February 06, 2020
Cotton candy-colored sunsets, white sand beaches, and crystal blue waters make Tampa, Florida an ideal destination. Tourist attractions include Busch Gardens and the artistic Ybor City. With access to the freshest catch, Tampa restaurants highlight Florida seafood elevated with tropical flavors. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out for the best lunch Tampa-style? Welcome to the Tastemaker Lists. We've surveyed expert diners and put together a list of the top spots for the best lunch Tampa has to offer. Book a table today!
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Stephanie
Dined 3 days ago
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Shannon
Dined 4 days ago
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FranchescaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
4.7 (4017)
$31 to $50
Global, International
Tampa
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Carole
Dined 7 days ago
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Carole
Dined 7 days ago
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SusanVIP
Dined 7 days ago
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Joseph
Dined 5 days ago
3.9 (2786)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Tampa
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Madison
Dined 4 days ago
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Madison
Dined 4 days ago
4.7 (5956)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Sarasota
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jackieVIP
Dined 2 days ago
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jackieVIP
Dined 2 days ago
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BrendaVIP
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4.7 (2415)
$30 and under
Seafood
Sarasota
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debraVIP
Dined 2 days ago
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debraVIP
Dined 2 days ago
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MaresiaVIP
Dined 4 days ago
4.8 (3163)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Sarasota
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AndreaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
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AndreaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
4 (1708)
$30 and under
Italian
Tampa
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Abigail
Dined 4 days ago
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Abigail
Dined 4 days ago
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Carlos
Dined 2 days ago
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Destiny
Dined 4 days ago
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