Tampa food lover's weekend

Updated November 5, 2026

A legendary steakhouse, a Riverwalk food hall, Cuban sandwiches and Florida's best chefs. Swap anything out using our full Tampa guide.

Saturday

1. Brunch: Oxford Exchange in Hyde Park.
2. Afternoon: Armature Works – Heights Public Market and a drink at Gasparilla Distillery & Cocktail Bar.
3. Dinner: Florida ingredients at Ulele on the river.
4. Late: Cocktails at the Punch Room at The Tampa EDITION.

Sunday

1. Lunch: Smoked fish at Big Ray's Fish Camp.
2. Afternoon: Tampa Museum of Art then Sparkman Wharf.
3. Dinner: Save room for the dessert room at Bern's Steak House.

Before you go

• The free TECO Line Streetcar links downtown, the Channel District and Ybor City, so you can skip parking between them. See our getting around page for parking and rides.
• Game days and big concerts at Raymond James Stadium and Benchmark International Arena fill hotels and slow traffic. Check the event calendar when you book.
• Ybor City is busiest late on Friday and Saturday nights. Go earlier in the evening if you want a quieter dinner on 7th Avenue.

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