Tampa · Hillsborough County, FL

Nightlife in Tampa

Scout analyzed 185 Tampa places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

185

Matches

Typical spend

$70

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Ybor City Historic District

2 matching spots

Westshore

1 matching spots

Lowry Park North

1 matching spots

Central Arts District

1 matching spots

Bayshore Gardens

1 matching spots

Clearwater Beach

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Westshore

Bahama Breeze

Bahama Breeze is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering Caribbean-inspired food and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Skipper's Smokehouse

Skipper's Smokehouse is suitable for a casual evening out, especially for live music and Southern food. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Ybor City Historic District

The Ritz Ybor

The Ritz Ybor is a large indoor music venue suitable for seeing a touring band or a DJ set, often pairing with dinner beforehand in Ybor City. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $50-150 per person including tickets and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lowry Park North

New World Tampa

This is a casual spot for an evening meal with friends or a date, often featuring live music. Expect to spend 1-3 hours and around $15-35 per person for pizza and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Gaspar's Patio Bar & Grille

Gaspar's is a long-standing local bar with pub grub, beer, and live music, good for a casual evening out with friends. Expect to spend 2-4 hours and around $20-$40 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Central Arts District

Ruby's Elixir

Ruby's Elixir is a downtown bar ideal for an evening out to enjoy live music and cocktails. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person on drinks and stay for 1.5-2 hours, often as a pre- or post-dinner stop.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Nightlife

Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar

This rooftop bar is a good spot for evening drinks and appetizers, especially for sunset views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-75 per person for drinks and light food.

FoodCocktailsViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Bayshore Gardens

EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge

This rooftop bar is good for evening cocktails with skyline views, offering a relaxed social atmosphere. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $35-$75 per person for drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Clearwater Beach

Jimmy's Crows Nest

Jimmy's Crows Nest is a rooftop bar at Pier House 60, good for a relaxed evening with drinks and casual food, especially around sunset for the panoramic water views. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and a bite, staying about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Pier Teaki

This rooftop bar offers drinks and views, suitable for a casual evening outing or as a pre-dinner stop. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-75 per person on drinks.

CocktailsViewsOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Heritage Isles

Heritage Isles Golf & Country Club

This is a good spot for a golf outing, which typically takes a few hours and includes potential food/drink expenses. It's often a destination in itself or can be followed by a meal elsewhere.

CocktailsOutdoorsSports

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Ybor City Historic District

Gaspar's Grotto

Gaspar's Grotto is suitable for an evening out, combining drinks, Latin food, and live music, particularly on weekends. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Sun Bay South

Hula Bay Club

Hula Bay Club is a good spot for a meal with a view, especially around sunset. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-75 per person for food and drinks in a lively, bayside atmosphere.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Hotel Bar

Hotel Bar is suitable for an evening drink or light bites, pairing well as a pre-dinner stop or a relaxed nightcap. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for drinks and some small plates.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Seminole Heights

Mandarin Heights

Mandarin Heights is a bar good for a night out with friends or a date, typically lasting 1-2 hours and costing $20-50 per person for drinks. It can be a good spot to end an evening after dinner.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South Tampa

The Patio Tampa

This is a good spot for a casual outdoor evening of drinks with friends, especially on weekends. Expect a lively atmosphere and moderate spending for a few beers or basic cocktails.

CocktailsOutdoorsSocial

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South Seminole Heights

Velvet Gypsy

Velvet Gypsy is a bar suitable for an evening drink or two, either as a standalone outing or paired with dinner nearby. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for an hour and a half visit.

CocktailsRelaxedSocial

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking