Tampa has dining spots ideal for the romantic couple who like a good time and to dine fine. Some of the restaurants that deserve a special mention are the Bern's Steak House, Bernini and Columbia Restaurant. These restaurants specialize in American, Italian and Spanish cuisines where one can also enjoy a glass of wine with the food.

Bern's Steak House is known for its vast collection of rare wines with close to 7000 different wine types to choose from. They have close to 6000 different red wines, and a lot of white and sparkling wines one can choose from when dining in Tampa. You can order by the glass or the whole bottle depending upon the availability. You can choose fish, beef, poultry or vegetable for your appetizers, caviar, soups, and salads, the famous Filet Mignon steaks with the usual medium, rare and well done option.

Bernini is a fine dining Italian restaurant if you would like to have their famous pastas or wood fired authentic pizzas. This restaurant also has a very good wine collection apart from the usual champagne, chardonnay, scotch or cabernet if you are not much into wines. Located at 7th Avenue Florida 33605 you need to call in advance for a reservation for dinner since there is a lot of rush.

Columbia Restaurant is a Spanish restaurant where you can taste Latin American cuisine and is consistently voted one of the top restaurants in Tampa Florida. Open since 1905 this place is ideal for a romantic evening with Latin music and a fabulous service. They also have flamenco shows and live music to keep you entertained all throughout.

The University Of Tampa (UT) is a SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) accredited, private university located in Downtown Tampa, Florida. It offers almost 100 courses at the undergraduate level and also has some programs at the master's level.

UT has a history of excellence in academic and athletic standards. It provides the finest of facilities for students and a great campus life.

The University of Tampa has 22 locations for dining in all as part of the campus, which includes places like the Stadium center, Ultimate dining, Spartan club and the Rathskeller. On your travel to Tampa Florida the following dining locations at the University of Tampa might be of interest:

Ultimate dining- Located in the first floor in Vaughn Center has 7 dining features where each center specializes in particular dish and flavor.

Stadium Center- It houses the upscale restaurant called Panache. It offers you stylish food of fusion cuisine where global exotic flavors are incorporated cleverly.

Spartan Club- This is a multipurpose club. It serves as dining place at Einstein's Bagels, La Havana, Fresh Creations, Grill 155, Chick-fil-A. You can visit the game room on the 2nd floor. At night it turns into night life for the campus.

Rathskeller- This place allows you to eat in a quiet environment while you study. It is popular dining place with Starbucks and Boar's Head Deli.

http://dining.ut.edu/locations.html

Waterfront dining is a major attraction of Tampa. Availability of affordable bay side restaurants have made this a top tourist attraction in the country. With Tampa hotel rates being extremely pocket friendly, you can choose from a wide selection of waterfront restaurants.

1. Cafe Dufrain - If you are in a mood for some offbeat waterfront dining, then the best restaurant would be Cafe Dufrain. It has a wonderful outdoor setting, some really great cuisine which you would not find anywhere else in Tampa. Besides its fantastic seafood, this waterfront restaurant is popular for the attractive view it offers of the Tampa skyline. You can go to this restaurant by boat also.

2. Jackson's Bistro - This waterfront restaurant is a favourite haunt of many tourists as well as the locals. It is easily accessible for being located at the heart of Tampa's downtown. The restaurant-cum-bar offers a great bay side view as well as some wonderful food.

3. Rick's on the River - If you are in a casual mood then waterfront dining experience at this place cannot be missed. The river mentioned is the Hillsborough Tampa where the restaurant is located. The biggest attraction of this restaurant is its combination of good food and efficient service with live music adding gaiety to the atmosphere.

For a more detailed guidance to waterfront dining at Tampa, you can check out the http://www.tampabaysaltwateradventures.com/restaurants.php

If you want a variety of dining places, downtown Tampa gives you options and this ensures you have more control of your choices. The best thing with Downtown Tampa is that every traveler Tampa is well taken care of. Whether you love American, Thai, Asian, Chinese, Japanese or Spanish cuisine, you will find a restaurant for you. Sea food is also served and for those who would like to have casual dining experiences, you will not be disappointed.

http://tampa.diningguide.com/dl1dt.htm

http://www.813area.com/tampa/downtown-tampa/restaurants/

You can get dining restaurants in Downtown Tampa together with their profiles online to help you choose an appropriate one.

http://www.urbanspoon.com/n/30/2908/Tampa-Bay/Downtown-Tampa-restaurants

1. Examples of Downtown Tampa dining places

- Thai Thani
- Caf 510
- Green Iguana Bar and Grill
- Ashley Street Grille
- Starbucks Caf
- City Centre Cafe
- Margarita Mamas, and
- Gallagher Steakhouse

2. Why choose Downtown dining places

- They offer variety of cuisines to choose from
- You get excellent services, just like dining places in other parts of the city
- There are many of them hence you are not limited when it comes to choosing
- There are expensive, moderate and cheap dining places which just suits every budget type perfectly
- Some of the offer online restaurant reservations
- They are on easily accessible locations

http://www.813area.com/tampa/downtown-tampa/

Coupled with the beautiful things to see and do, the perfect dining in Downtown Tampa will go along way towards making your stay in Tampa enjoyable and you will feel like coming back every vacation.

For a remarkable experience on what Tampa has to offer in terms of dining, try Downtown neighborhood next time you are there. This is probably one of the things any traveler Tampa will remember about Downtown as it is a worthwhile experience for both your time and money.

http://www.lightsontampa.org/p/plan-your-trip/downtown-dining,-hotels-and-other-attractions

The city of Tampa is known for the opportunities it offers for fine dining. Be it French or Italian food, Mexican or Chinese dishes, or even the ever popular American cuisine, the city of Tampa has some kind of food to offer to everyone. Tampa hotels, restaurants, cafes and bistros are known for the mouthwatering dishes they prepare, as well as other items such as fine wines, impeccable desserts and tantalizing entrees.

1. What is the best food to try out while dining out in Tampa?

If you are new to the city and are looking forward to sampling the many savory delights the city has to offer, we suggest going in for the spectacular grilled food that the city is so well known for. While one can find practically every cuisine under the sun in this wonderful city, the establishments serving grilled food stuffs are a must try!

2. What are the best recommended establishments for grilled food in Tampa City?

If you have decided to try out the exquisite grilled food that the city of Tampa is known for you will find yourself spoilt for choice when it comes to picking a restaurant. The two best loved names on the scene are those of the Capital Grille restaurant and the Bonefish Grill restaurant.

http://www.bonefishgrill.com/

3. What are the reasons behind the popularity of the Capital Grille?

With its unmatched menu and artfully done up decor, the Capital Grille has rightly earned its name as one of the best restaurants in Tampa both in terms of grilled foods and on a larger scale as well. The deco art chandeliers lighting up the restaurant are almost as famous as the food served here. With its elegant lighting, beautiful paneling of warm-toned African mahogany wood and an upbeat bar, the Capital Grille is ideal for an evening out.

http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/About/main.asp

4. What are the dishes served at the Capital Grille?

At the Capital Grille, the menu boasts of some of the best dry aged steaks which are carved by hand and then grilled until they are just right. Also, the menu includes a number of seafood dishes which are prepared using the freshest catch procured from both shores. With over 5,000 bottles of wine, and some ineffable freshly produced ice cream, the Capital Grille offers a true gastronomic delight.

http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/menu/main.asp