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Big City Tavern
1600 E. 8th Ave. (16th St.) Centro Ybor
Tampa, FL 33605
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#169 of 955 restaurants in Tampa
  • Cuisines: Contemporary, Eclectic
  • Average price*: $ 20
  • Address: 1600 E. 8th Ave. (16th St.), Centro Ybor, Tampa, FL 33605
  • Phone:  813-247-3000
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“Not worth the hype”
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1 of 5 stars
vgonzalez2034 59 contributions
Clearwater Fl
Jun 6, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We went here for my birthday. Hubby called prior to make sure a special table was set for us. Walked in and was greeted by the manager who stated "oh yes I have a table all set up for you" and brought us to the first table right next to the wait station overlooking the dive bar next door, with... more

“great service, moderate food for the price”
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3 of 5 stars
AngelUSF 25 contributions
Tampa, Florida
Dec 26, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

We went on Xmas Eve, thank you for being open BCT. My parents were in from out of town and wanted to go to Ybor. They have a nice beer and wine selection. We had the Shrimp and Mushroom Pot Stickers and the Calamari for app's. The Calamari was excellent. Dinner entrees included: Penne with Shrimp, the Pork Chops, Cobb... more

“Don't miss out on this restaurant”
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5 of 5 stars
bratkc 1 contribution
Nov 29, 2006
4/4 found this review helpful

I was recently in Tampa for the Thanksgiving holiday and had the opportunity to go to Big City Tavern in Ebor City. The restaurant is beautiful. The bar is exceptional. As for the food, I had the pork special which came with mashed potatoes that had bacon in them. It was fantastic. Now last but definitely not least, I had... more

“THE BEST!”
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5 of 5 stars
mtunnell 5 contributions
New York City, New York
Nov 7, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Great menu, food, & staff. Excellent location with a great view of Centro Ybor! WOW. more

“Highly Recommend”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
West Palm Beach
Apr 27, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

This place has it all. Spectacular Dining room, great service and the food was fantastic more

“Great meal”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
New York
Apr 27, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

I was in Tampa for work and stopped in at Big City. I was attracted by the nice decor and as the cornestone of Ybor City. I popped in for a dinner with some of my coworkers and we were quite surprised. The food was awesome and owner wanted to make sure our meal, while in town, was all it... more

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2 of 5 stars
CHAPPE 2 contributions
Tampa
Apr 13, 2006
0/5 found this review helpful

The restuarant is nice and in Ybor, but the food is mediocre. I thought it was way too salty. Too expensive for the quality of food. more

“Not All That”
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3 of 5 stars
GROOMANDBRIDE 21 contributions
crofton, md
Jan 19, 2005
11/14 found this review helpful

The restaurant was very nice with a beautiful view. The service was excellent, however the food was average. I ordered an entree that was completely tasteless and ordered another one. The second one came out quickly...but still not very tasty. Not worth the money in my opinion. more

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Big City Tavern Address

1600 E. 8th Ave. (16th St.), Centro Ybor, Tampa, FL 33605
Tel: 813-247-3000
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.