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Santos Kitchen + Lounge, Tampa, FL

Santos Kitchen + Lounge

3.6 (14)
$31 to $50
Latin American
101 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Step into Santos Kitchen + Lounge, a slice of Tulum's vibrant spirit nestled in the heart of downtown Tampa. Embark on a culinary journey that transcends borders, as our gastronomy menu fuses flavors from around the world, delighting your taste buds with each bite. Our talented kitchen staff skillfully infuse local ingredients into every dish, giving you a taste of the region's finest produce.
Whether you seek a gastronomic adventure or a spirited night out, Santos Kitchen + Lounge is your passport to a Tulum-like experience right in the heart of Tampa. Let us whisk you away on a journey of flavors and sensations, where every moment is an escape to paradise.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Fusion / Eclectic, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–3:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Whiting and Franklin Ave. <br />Tampa City Center Esplanade
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Trolley last stop at Franklin and Whiting
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 14 people are saying

Santos Kitchen + Lounge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.6
3.6 based on recent ratings
  • 3.6Food
  • 3.4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Hot spot

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tampa

    Innovative

  • Tampa

    Hot spot

  • Tampa

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tampa

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Santos Kitchen + Lounge offers a vibrant experience with its "great food, great music, great vibes." The exotic dishes and upbeat atmosphere make it a favorite for celebrations. Highlights include the "Taco Tuesday Special" with flavorful margaritas and a fire lime presentation. Service from staff like Martha and Angelica elevates the experience.

14 Reviews
  1. Renee

    Las Vegas1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Sat 10 min after my scheduled reservation, waited 12 min before greeted had to track down the bus boy to get a server. Ordered Apps, Drinks, and Mains all at the same time. 50 min to get a cheese board. Told after an hour after ordering one entree wasn't available, ran out not one apology. Top 5 worst dining experiences I've ever had.

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  2. Taurus VIP

    Tampa12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this spot ! The vibes are immaculate every time I’m there!

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  3. Alexa

    Caribbean1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Santos is one of my favorite places in town, I was really disappointed with the service during my visit. The waiter was inattentive, took a long time to take our order, acted like any request was a huge inconvenience, It felt like we were being ignored the entire time. Definitely not the experience I was hoping for.

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  4. Marissa

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely loved TULUM night ✨😘 so epic!!! Will definitely be coming back :)

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  5. Chanel

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful place with nice ambience, great outdoor music. Nice lounge, exotic delicious food such a great time and euphoric experience. I appreciate the top shelf service and hosting from the owner Martha. The fire show throughout the night was amazing!

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Tampa7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was perfect .the place is perfect good vibes and value is acceptable

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All staff, ambiance and vibe all checked out, especially Jelly and Magda were exceptional. We will be back next week for my big 40 celebration.

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  8. Kay VIP

    Tampa24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Taco Tuesday Special at Santos was great! We tried the Passion fruit, dragon fruit, and pineapple margaritas they were all full of flavor! Our party also enjoyed a glass of Sangria and of course the presentation of the fire lime on top was immaculate! We ate guacamole (it would hit bigger with homemade chips) but the flavor made us scrape the bowl! Rice corn and the assortment of tacos (shrimp, mushroom, beef, chicken, pork) we had them all im a corn tortilla girl but i was encouraged to try the flour by our lovely server Angelica and she/it did not disappoint i don’t think id order a flour tortilla for a taco anywhere else but santos! It’s our Taco Tuesday spot for the summer we stayed until closing the music and vibes were just right bartender and chef were friendly.. only thing missing was Hookah! (praying hookah becomes available on tuesdays)

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  9. Beatriz

    West Palm Beach1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Santos is a very Special Place.......Great Food, Great Music, Great Vibes and Energy! We can't wait to go back! We love Roberto! He is an awesome HOST!

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  10. Abigail

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Allows booking for reservations when location is not open. Days and times shown are not accurate

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Santos Kitchen + Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 252-8872.

Santos Kitchen + Lounge is rated 3.6 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Santos Kitchen + Lounge

101 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Whiting and Franklin Ave. <br />Tampa City Center Esplanade
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–3:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Fusion / Eclectic, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Trolley last stop at Franklin and Whiting
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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