The Dan
North Franklin Street, Tampa
Restaurant in Tampa, United States
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Dan is a practical downtown Tampa pick for a date, birthday, or small business meal when atmosphere matters and the group does not need a highly documented tasting-menu experience. Cross-shop Ebbe for a higher-end contemporary dinner, Supernatural Food & Wine for lower-price casual value, CW's Gin Joint for drinks-first plans.
About The Dan
The Dan is a Tampa venue with publicly verified hours and a smart casual dress code. Because the verified details are limited, the safest way to use this guide is as a practical planning note rather than as a claim about cuisine, price, service format, awards, or a specific dining style.
The Dan is in Tampa and is open daily from 11 AM. Closing is 10 PM from Sunday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, which gives later-week plans a longer window. For anything beyond hours and dress code, confirm directly with the venue before making plans.
A Tampa option with limited verified public detail
Clearest confirmed facts are direct: The Dan keeps daily hours and lists a smart casual dress code. That makes it easier to plan timing and attire, but it does not verify details such as menu format, seating style, private dining, chef background, awards, price, or specific services.
If you are planning for a group, a special occasion, or a time-sensitive meal, the practical move is to confirm current availability and any seating needs directly with The Dan. Friday and Saturday have the latest verified closing time, while the rest of the week closes at 10 PM.
Who should cross-shop before choosing
If you are comparing options before deciding, Ebbe and Supernatural Food & Wine are natural names to consider alongside The Dan. CW's Gin Joint, Sal Rosa, Tampa Burgers and Pirates are also comparison points for choosing among different plans.
Use The Dan when the verified hours and smart casual dress code fit your plans. Choose another option when you need confirmed details about cuisine, price, seating format, or a specific dining experience before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 905 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- dineatthedan.com
- Phone
- +18133189719
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Dan is presented as a contemporary entrant in Downtown Tampa’s evolving fine-dining landscape. The write-up emphasizes a citywide shift from chain- and sports-bar–dominated blocks to restaurants with editorial weight, and it situates The Dan as part of that reinvention wave: precise, curated and aimed at guests who seek culinary rigor. The copy speaks to investment in kitchens and a growing professional population willing to pay for well-executed food, so the restaurant reads as modern and purposeful rather than casual. Specific décor or layout details aren’t provided; the profile focuses on culinary identity and the venue’s place in Tampa’s dining evolution.
Best For
The Dan is best for occasions that call for intentional dining—think date nights, business dinners and other special evenings where precision matters. The description explicitly compares Tampa’s rising tier of restaurants to established high-end destinations and notes guests who will pay for carefully executed cuisine, which positions The Dan as a venue for celebration or purposeful meals rather than quick casual stops. Its Downtown location on Florida Avenue places it in the corridor that’s attracting diners who once traveled to other neighborhoods for elevated experiences, so it appeals to locals and visitors seeking a refined night out.
Ordering Tips
When choosing dishes, prioritize the items the venue highlights as signatures: the Truffle Sacchetti and the Steak & Egg Benedict. Those selections are presented as menu standouts and reflect the restaurant’s focus on technique and ingredient-driven preparations. The Truffle Sacchetti signals a more composed, contemporary pasta preparation, while the Steak & Egg Benedict points to a heartier, brunch-friendly option. The description emphasizes culinary precision, so expect composed plates where standout dishes are good bets to represent the kitchen’s intent and strengths.
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ebbe, Contemporary, $$$$
- Sal Rosa, Notable alternative
- Supernatural Food & Wine, American, $
- CW's Gin Joint, Notable alternative
- Tampa Burgers and Pirates, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How The Dan compares in Tampa
Choose The Dan when the priority is a downtown, occasion-friendly meal with enough energy for a date, birthday, or small group dinner. Ebbe is the clearer splurge: its contemporary format and $$$$ price tier make it better for diners who want a more defined high-end experience. The Dan is the more flexible call when the night needs to feel polished without committing to that level of spend.
For value, Supernatural Food & Wine has the stronger case because its American format and $ price tier make the tradeoff obvious. Pick it for a casual meal where price matters. For drinks-led plans, CW's Gin Joint is the more direct alternative, while Sal Rosa and Tampa Burgers and Pirates are better considered when the group wants a simpler, less formal night out.
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Compare The Dan
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dan | Tampa | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Ebbe | Tampa | Contemporary | $$$$ | Michelin Guide Florida 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Sal Rosa | Tampa | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Supernatural Food & Wine | Tampa | American | $ | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured RestaurantsMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| CW's Gin Joint | Tampa | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Tampa Burgers and Pirates | Tampa | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about The Dan?
The Dan is in Tampa and is open daily from 11 AM. Verified closing times are 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. The verified dress code is smart casual.
Is The Dan good for a special occasion?
The verified information does not establish a specific occasion style, menu format, or private-dining setup. It may still fit your plans if the Tampa location, hours, smart casual dress code work for the occasion, but confirm details directly.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Dan?
The Dan is verified as open from 11 AM daily, with closing at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Specific lunch or dinner formats are not verified, so choose based on the hours that fit your plans and confirm current service details with the venue.
What are alternatives to The Dan?
Other options to compare include Ebbe, Sal Rosa, Supernatural Food & Wine, CW's Gin Joint, Tampa Burgers and Pirates. Choose based on the specific details you can confirm for your date, time, plans.
