Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bella Brava, Ocean Ink and Jeremiah's Italian Ice, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Tampa's Upscale Italian Destinations
Tampa’s upscale dining scene offers a sophisticated journey through Italy’s rich culinary heritage, featuring elegant destinations perfect for a refined night out. From the traditional pasta dishes at Donatello and Piccola Italia Bistro to the modern Mediterranean flair of Ava Restaurant, this collection showcases a diverse range of flavors. Guests can enjoy premium cuts at Malio’s Prime Steakhouse and Iavarone's, or even opt for a unique waterfront experience aboard the Yacht StarShip. Whether you are seeking the stylish atmosphere of OLIVIA and Rocca or the historic charm of Casa Santo Stefano, these establishments define the height of luxury dining in the city.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Italian Restaurants in Tampa | Upscale Italian Food
- Bella Brava · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Ocean Ink · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Jeremiah's Italian Ice · rated 4/5: American.
- Olde Town Pizzeria: Italian.
- 220 East Restaurant and Bar: American.
- Oggi Itailian: Italian.
- Islands Pizza Tavern: Italian.
- ABC Pizza: Italian.
- Three Brothers New York Pizza: Italian.
- La Terrazza Restaurant: Italian.
- Taste of New York: Italian.
- Ponte: Italian.
- Bella Columbia: Italian.
- Casa Santo Stefano: Italian.
- OLIVIA: Italian.
- Donatello: Italian.
- Your Pie: Italian.
- Iavarone's Steak House & Italian Grill: Italian.
- Eddie & Sam's: Italian.
- Tiani's Pizzeria: Italian.
- Due Amici: Italian.
- Colony Grill: Italian.
- Forbici: Italian.
- Bernini: Italian.
- Tampa Pizza Company: Italian.
- Westshore Pizza: Italian.
- Slice of the Burg: Italian.
- Marco's Pizza: Italian.
- Cicis: Italian.
- Hungry Howie's: Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
