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Gaspar's Grotto
Karaoke Bar and Arcade$$$$
Historic Ybor, Tampa
"Try Bosco's breakfast shot."(4 Tips)
"Great cuban sandwiches very reasonable prices."(6 Tips)
"Outside bar is nice!! John Paul is A Wonderful Bar Tender!!!!"(2 Tips)
"Fantastic brunch! The cruize brunch is a great value, includes a bottle of..."(2 Tips)
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William GeeJune 26, 2013Fun atmosphere - all kinds of pirate/nautical kitsch. Large bar with two aquariums. Nice outdoor seating, too. Good prices. The Cuban pork is delicious.
melyssa holbrookJuly 30, 2012Sunday brunch.... Awesome. The live music.... Superb. The crab legs were extremely yummy... All 5 plates of them! This place is a must!Upvoted Sep 14
Maggie MacGSeptember 29, 2015Pulled pork tacos are tasty. Homemade pumpkin spice hot sauce was a surprise hit. Would order beans and rice without weird cheese sauce, but otherwise pleased with the food.
Warren TauschDecember 26, 2015Enjoyed some great wings here today. My favorite bartender in all of Tampa was working today. Cute girl named Nicole. When at the Grotto be sure to see Nicole.
Michelle Lopez CastenSeptember 7, 2019Sometimes I’ll drop by here after a night at the Improv! It’s fun with a couple friends...come ready to dance! 😁
Craig BrubakerNovember 1, 2010Mmmmm, Sunday Brunch. You get a bloody mary or screwdriver, bottomless mimosas, a whole bunch of breakfast buffet options, and one of the menu entrees as well. Yummers! Be sure to try the butter beans
Ash CookeFebruary 13, 2018I love their Rum Runners ! The bartender Mike is amazing !! And try their Cuban sandwich it’s amazing !- Gina TOctober 13, 2013Fantastic brunch! The cruize brunch is a great value, includes a bottle of sparkling and 4oz of vodka plus raw bar.
Kaitlyn WatsonApril 1, 2015Pbr and fireball shots always on special, plus the indoor\outdoor options offer a change of scenery.
Newly renovated Sandbar @ Gaspars Grotto. Tropical themed patio with beerpong, cornhole, and house parties Friday and Saturday nights! BRING. YO. FACE.
I must say this place is amazing. Great people,great food,great drinks,and a pet friendly environment? You could not ask for more.- SLOPPY SUNDAYS now every Sunday! Great drink specials, free sloppy joes, and DJ Knox killin' it! Doesn't get any sloppier than this!!
Ronnie the bartender is awesome. See Jessie for a hookah. Make sure to tip them well
The best place to be in Ybor!!! Love all the bartenders!!! Tip them well!!! And def come out to Sunday brunch! Best deal EVER!!!!
- Kerin ClarkinJanuary 8, 2014They Now Have the First ever $10,000 Treasure Hunt Giveaway Starting feb 8th and Lasting All Year!! you have to go check this out!!
Can't believe how good the Cuban food is here. It's the real deal. Order whatever is on special for the day
Nancy ChamberlinMarch 24, 2014They have meals for your dog. Only $2 per 1/2 pound! Our dog loved it!
Bring your dog, they are allowed in the bar and on the patio! They also have food on the menu for dogs.
Pablo VillatoroApril 21, 2013The food here is amazing! The costumer service is horrible! Been here 3 times and it's always the same!
Gaspar's Grotto Congratulates Bosco ~ The best bartender in Tampa for winning the Tuaca Bartending Contest this week! He's on his way to the state competition March 12th!
Super satisfying for Sunday morning! And open before the other brunches in Tampa.
Gaspars GrottoFebruary 24, 2011The FISH is always awesome! Whatever it is. Ask what's cooking.Snapper is best. They know how to cook fish! Read more- Kerin ClarkinMarch 6, 2012Best Fri & Sat Happy Hour Hands Down,, plus Best Looking Bartender on the Planet, :)
- Outside bar is nice!! John Paul is A Wonderful Bar Tender!!!!
- $2 shot and beer special all day, everyday until midnight, $8 beerpong and pirates. Aarrrr :-)
Travis FleuryApril 15, 2011I'm not in love with cubans or sandwiches, but I'm in love with theit cuban sandwich.
Holly MeadowsJanuary 4, 2013Skip the calamari...it's over cooked. Skip the jerk chicken sandwich...I'm not even sure what that was. Stick to the cuban sandwich if you have to go here. The waitstaff have room for improvement.- one of the cheapest bars around. Love the bartenders. Try Bosco's breakfast shot.
Nathalie GuerrierSeptember 30, 2013The food wasn't the best...but the waiter told me about some really great drink specials!!! Will return
Ask for some of Eddie's homemade hot sauce. Tasty goodness.
Best Cuban and they can make a mean medium rare burger :)
Nicole KeeneJune 10, 2011Specials, specials, specials. Also, check FourSquare and Yelp as there may be free dessert specials! Read more
toriMay 25, 2013Service sucks. Yuca is tasty but the banana guava ketchup is missing the bananas&guava. Had to ask for utensils for our salad. Why do I need to go to the bar to get h2o? Because our server was M.I.A.
Always pet friendly, but best day to bring them is 1st Sat of the month.
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Located in Tampa’s Ybor City’s Historic District, Gaspar’s pays homage to the legendary local pirate Jose Gaspar and celebrates Tampa’s immigrant past. Gaspa...
Open until 3:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 7:00 AM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–3:00 AM
(813) 248-5900
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
TouchTunes Jukebox
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Happy Hour
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Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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