Armani's - Tampa

When we arrived—albeit late for our reservation—we received a warm welcome from Michael, the general manager. He informed us that our table was still being prepared, so we were escorted to the lounge area. The drinks at the bar were fantastic, and the view of the bay was breathtaking. Our wait was brief, but Michael apologized for the delay and treated us to complimentary Moët champagne as we were seated at our table in the dining room. Once seated, our server provided an excellent dining experience, thoroughly discussing the menu and the extensive wine selection. The food was absolutely remarkable. I’m not a food critic, but the pork belly appetizer, lamb loin, and bison ribeye we shared were nothing short of exquisite—truly "to die for." Everything was far above the standard fare of the many restaurants I’ve tried during my four years as a Tampa Bay foodie. In fact, every bite reminded me of my mom's home-cooked meals, which is a huge compliment to the chef. The evening was made even more memorable by the in-house pianist, Margot, who transformed the ambiance with beautifully played classic love songs as we watched the sunset (Michael had chosen a table with an unparalleled view of the bay for this occasion). It was incredibly romantic. Overall, the night was unforgettable, and just so you know—she said yes! Any review claiming that Armani's is the best Italian restaurant in Tampa isn’t exaggerating. Based on my experience on a seemingly ordinary Thursday night in June, I can wholeheartedly agree: Armani's is, without a doubt, the best in Tampa. We will definitely be returning for anniversaries and special dates!

This is a fantastic restaurant with outstanding food and unparalleled service. We always have a wonderful time here. The rooftop balcony offers a relaxing view of the sunset and planes taking off from TIA. The martinis are crafted perfectly, and my wife and I truly enjoy dining here. I highly recommend it!

The atmosphere is incredibly relaxing, and the wait staff never rushed us to place our order. We arrived around 5:30 and ended up staying until closing time. I have to admit that I was late, and when I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised with a standing ovation. I had the Osso Buco, and I highly recommend it.

Probably, the best service I've ever had in Tampa!! Our server, John, was on point and the manager, Michael, never missed a beat. I felt like we were the most important table in the room. Wine pairing and knowledge was also quite impressive. Will definitely be back.

I took my wife to Armani's for her birthday, and was both our first time there. From the front desk, to waiter (Khalid), and management, it was one of our top dining experinces. It was served in a manner that we could enjoy the food, and each others company with a few drinks without being rushed. I highly recommend the veal chop, with the braised elk and cavtali pasta. Can't wait for the next visit.