Baywire
Baywire

Editorial picks · Local favorites

Discover the best spots in Tampa Bay

Restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, bars, parks, and hidden gems across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, and beyond.

200 places in the guide

Bars

Standout picks

Top-rated spots from our editorial rankings.

Bulla Gastrobar - Bar
TampaBar

Bulla Gastrobar

Bulla Gastrobar delivers lively Spanish tapas—chorizo dates, croquettes, and standout paella—plus imaginative cocktails, sangria, and a skyline rooftop lounge.

930 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606-2419, USA(813) 773-8626Website
BrunchCraft BeerLate NightRomantic
1004.9(20k)
SOFRA After Dark (SOFRA Kitchen) - Bar
BradentonBar

SOFRA After Dark (SOFRA Kitchen)

SOFRA After Dark at SOFRA Kitchen Bar & Bistro turns Bradenton into an evening scene with launch-party energy, cocktails, and fire-performer flair. Premium Italian food is the anchor.

606 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205, USA(941) 685-6095Website
Late NightRomanticHidden GemOutdoor Seating
1004.9(718)
Cabanas Coastal & Beachside Grill - Bar
ClearwaterBar$$

Cabanas Coastal & Beachside Grill

Coastal grill and beach bar in Clearwater Beach with Gulf views, tropical drinks, fresh seafood, and live music—great for relaxed breakfast through dinner.

655 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA(727) 451-1134Website
Outdoor SeatingFamilyBrunchLive Music
994.8(2.5k)

All places

Parlor Doughnuts - Bar
ClearwaterBar$

Parlor Doughnuts

Parlor Doughnuts is a small-batch Clearwater Beach donut + coffee stop known for flaky, not-too-sweet layered cronut-style creations and friendly staff.

521 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767, USA(727) 270-7029Website
BrunchHidden GemOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
994.8(926)
O’bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar - Bar
BradentonBar

O’bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar

Downtown Bradenton’s Irish pub & martini bar, known for flavorful martinis, fresh seafood, and crowd-favorite happy hours—plus friendly, attentive service.

427 12th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205, USA(941) 896-8860Website
Craft BeerLate NightHidden GemFamily
984.7(3.1k)
Infinity Room (Siesta Key Rum) - Bar
SarasotaBar

Infinity Room (Siesta Key Rum)

Siesta Key Rum’s Infinity Room is an indoor tiki-lounge with handcrafted rum cocktails, history, and samples—plus a back-room bar with a fun crew.

2212 Industrial Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234-3120, USA(941) 702-8143Website
Hidden GemCraft BeerLate NightKid Friendly
984.9(668)
The Bay Kava Lounge - Bar
BrandonBar

The Bay Kava Lounge

A cozy, late-night kava lounge in Brandon with a strong “good vibes” crowd, chai and kava/tea options, and a pool table. Staff are friendly and well-educated.

2119 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511-4731, USA(813) 438-8779Website
Late NightHidden GemFamilyKid Friendly
984.9(453)
Goombah's Cigar Lounge on Madeira Beach - Bar
St. PetersburgBar$

Goombah's Cigar Lounge on Madeira Beach

Goombah’s Cigar Lounge on Madeira Beach is a chill, locals-first cigar spot with a beautifully stocked humidor and cold beer. Comfortable leather seating and friendly service.

14953 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708-2908, USA(727) 482-9025Website
Hidden GemCraft BeerOutdoor SeatingLate Night
985.0(216)
Oak & Ola - Bar
TampaBar

Oak & Ola

Euro-American spot in Tampa Heights at Armature Works with seasonal, hand-crafted food and rotating libations. Visitors rave about the atmosphere and riverwalk views.

1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602, USA(813) 773-1901Website
Outdoor SeatingBrunchFamilyRomantic
984.6(1.5k)
Kava Social Club - Bar
BradentonBar

Kava Social Club

24-hour kava & k-tea social club in downtown Bradenton—non-alcoholic, relaxed but lively, with lots of community events like karaoke, trivia, open mic, and chess.

540 13th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205, USA(941) 220-0664Website
Hidden GemLate NightLive Music
984.8(623)
Barfly - Bar
Safety HarborBar$$

Barfly

Barfly in Safety Harbor is a lively Main Street seafood-and-bar spot with fresh lobster favorites, big portions, happy-hour drinks, and outdoor dining.

100 Main St #101, Safety Harbor, FL 34695, USA(727) 400-4790Website
Outdoor SeatingFamilyLate NightLive Music
974.6(4.6k)
Clear Sky Draught Haus - Bar
DunedinBar$$

Clear Sky Draught Haus

Clear Sky Draught Haus is a 37-tap craft beer gastropub in downtown Dunedin with a lively vibe, patio/outdoor seating, and standout brunch and comfort-food plates.

680 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698, USA(727) 286-6266Website
Craft BeerBrunchOutdoor SeatingDog Friendly
974.6(5.2k)
Coco's Crush Bar and Grill IRB - Bar
ClearwaterBar$$

Coco's Crush Bar and Grill IRB

Coco’s Crush Bar and Grill is a lively Indian Rocks Beach seafood spot with all-you-can-eat crab legs, Orange Crush cocktails, and nightly live music. Strong food + friendly staff.

2405 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785, USA(727) 223-5446Website
Outdoor SeatingKid FriendlyFamilyLate Night
974.6(1.5k)
Bar
TampaBar$$

LALA Tampa

LALA Tampa is a lively karaoke bar-restaurant with private themed rooms, great sound, and standout dishes (truffle burger, duck linguini) plus bottomless mimosas.

208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA(813) 535-3689Website
Late NightLive MusicOutdoor SeatingHidden Gem
974.8(739)
Chris' Beachside Bar - Bar
St. PetersburgBar$

Chris' Beachside Bar

Old-school tiki bar beachside in St. Pete Beach with big, affordable drinks and a friendly, chatty local vibe—plus great sunset views.

4506 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706, USA(727) 873-9152Website
Outdoor SeatingHidden GemLate NightScenic Views
974.7(267)
Sweet Sage Cafe & Boutique - Bar
ClearwaterBar$$

Sweet Sage Cafe & Boutique

Sweet Sage Cafe & Boutique is a cheerful North Redington Beach breakfast/brunch stop with dog-friendly garden seating and quirky decor, plus a fun boutique shopping add-on.

16725 Gulf Blvd, North Redington Beach, FL 33708, USA(727) 391-0453Website
Dog FriendlyOutdoor SeatingBrunchHidden Gem
974.7(3.5k)
Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails - Bar
St. PetersburgBar

Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails

Specialty coffee by day and craft cocktails by night at Intermezzo—plus an everyday 5–7pm happy hour with discounted draft beer, wine, and cocktails.

1111 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA(727) 258-7786Website
Craft BeerBrunchHidden GemLate Night
964.6(1.1k)
Noble Crust St. Pete - Bar
St. PetersburgBar$$

Noble Crust St. Pete

Noble Crust in St. Pete is a lively Italian-Southern spot with craft beers, cocktails, and a sunny patio (retractable roof) that does brunch and happy-hour specials well.

8300 4th St N, St Petersburg, FL 33702, USA(727) 329-6041Website
Outdoor SeatingBrunchCraft BeerFamily
964.6(4.7k)
Wild Child - Bar
St. PetersburgBar$$

Wild Child

Wild Child in St. Pete’s Grand Central District is a stylish, lively New American bistro + cocktail bar with a strong patio vibe and inventive international dishes.

2710 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33712, USA(727) 954-7425Website
Outdoor SeatingHidden GemCraft BeerLive Music
964.6(942)
Tipsy Gypsy’s Tavern - Bar
BrandonBar$$

Tipsy Gypsy’s Tavern

Tipsy Gypsy’s Tavern is a lively, laid-back Brandon spot with lots of beers, cold drinks, and games like pool/darts/beer pong plus karaoke/DJs.

756 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511, USA(813) 661-4317Website
Craft BeerLate NightHidden Gem
964.9(135)
Slim Charmer - Bar
St. PetersburgBar

Slim Charmer

Intimate, low-lit martini bar and tasting-room-style cocktails from the Wild Child team, with small plates like mushroom toast and standout service. Dark, cozy, and special.

2706 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, USAWebsite
Hidden GemRomanticCraft BeerLate Night
964.9(82)
Loading more places
HomeEventsPlaces