Tampa Burgers and Pirates
North Franklin Street, Tampa
Restaurant in Tampa, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tampa Burgers and Pirates is a practical downtown Tampa choice when convenience matters more than a chef-led dining experience. Use it for a casual burger-focused lunch, loose group plan, or late evening meal; compare elsewhere if the occasion needs stronger culinary credentials or a more defined room.
About Tampa Burgers and Pirates
For Tampa Burgers and Pirates in Tampa, the decision should stay simple. The facts are that the dress code is casual and the venue keeps daily hours from 11 AM, closing at 11 PM Sunday through Thursday and at 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Use it when those basics fit your plans, and avoid over-reading the name or assuming details about menu, service style, pricing, reservations, or amenities that are not confirmed.
The useful read is practical rather than definitive: this is a casual Tampa option with long operating hours, but there is no chef, price tier, seating count, award history, menu format, takeout or delivery detail, or dietary guidance available here. If the meal needs a clearly defined format or a more specific dining brief, compare it with other options before committing.
Use it for an easy Tampa meal, not a high-stakes dinner
The strongest case is timing flexibility. Daily hours run from 11 AM into the evening, with later closing on Friday and Saturday, which can help when plans are loose. That makes it potentially useful when the priority is a casual stop in Tampa rather than a tightly planned restaurant experience.
Solo diners and groups should make decisions based on the limited facts: casual dress and broad hours are known, but seat count, booking method, and service format are not. For a more defined search in Tampa, scan our full Tampa restaurants guide; for a wider night out, pair that with our full Tampa bars guide or our full Tampa hotels guide.
Where the decision gets easier
Choose Tampa Burgers and Pirates when the basics are enough: Tampa location, casual dress, and hours that run from 11 AM to 11 PM most days, with Friday and Saturday hours until 1 AM. Choose elsewhere when you need details about cuisine, pricing, reservations, seating, drinks, dietary accommodations, or a special-occasion format. Diners comparing broader options can also use our full Tampa experiences guide and our full Tampa wineries guide to shape the rest of the day.
Quick reference: best considered as a casual Tampa option with long daily hours; confirm any menu, seating, reservation, or service details directly before relying on them.
Planning details
- Location
- 777 N Ashley Dr D1, Tampa, FL 33602
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tampaburgersandpirates.com
- Phone
- +18132212500
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tampa Burgers and Pirates blends a casual, no-fuss dining approach with a considered, sustainability-minded sensibility. Set on a busy stretch of Ashley Drive near the Riverwalk and the business district, the ground-floor spot leans into approachable service and steady foot traffic rather than formality. The menu-forward focus on burgers and signature items feels contemporary rather than flashy — attentive to sourcing and provenance in ways that reflect broader shifts in the city’s dining corridor. The result is a relaxed, modern neighborhood destination that welcomes families, after-work crowds and late-night diners without a reservation requirement.
Best For
This is a straightforward choice for lunch and dinner when you want something informal but thoughtfully executed. Its downtown location makes it convenient for office workers and after-work groups, while the casual format and family-friendly tone suit group dining and weekend family meals. The restaurant’s alignment with sustainability and ingredient provenance also gives it appeal for diners who care about where their food comes from without sacrificing convenience. It’s especially well suited to walk-in visits and low-key evenings rather than formal, reservation-only occasions.
Ordering Tips
The menu centers on signature burgers — try The Pirate's Pick, the Mac & Cheese Burger or the Flaming Roasted Street Corn Burger to sample what the kitchen highlights. There are also heartier options such as Chicken Alfredo for diners looking beyond beef. Because the place is positioned for steady foot traffic and doesn’t require reservations, plan for a casual walk-in visit; these signature items showcase the kitchen’s take on classic formats and the operator’s focus on ingredient provenance.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, energetic sports bar atmosphere with pirate theming; bright and welcoming with indoor and patio seating overlooking University of Tampa.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails, Beer towers
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- The Pirate's Pick
- Mac & Cheese Burger
- Chicken Alfredo
- Flaming Roasted Street Corn Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 777 N Ashley Dr D1, Tampa, FL 33602
Planning details
Location
777 N Ashley Dr D1, Tampa, FL 33602 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Pick Supernatural Food & Wine when value and a clearer American category matter more than a burger-focused downtown stop. Pick Ebbe when the occasion calls for a higher-budget Contemporary restaurant and the meal is the anchor of the night.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Tampa
Tampa Burgers and Pirates is the easier casual call when the priority is timing and a relaxed meal downtown. Supernatural Food & Wine has the clearer value signal because it is listed as American and $, so it is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want an affordable meal with more defined positioning.
For a night built around drinks and atmosphere, CW's Gin Joint is the more natural comparison, while Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria is a better fit when the group wants Italian comfort food rather than burgers. Sal Rosa also makes more sense when the room matters as much as the food.
Ebbe sits at the opposite end of the decision: Contemporary and $$$$, so it is the splurge comparison rather than a substitute. Choose Ebbe when dinner is the main event; choose Tampa Burgers and Pirates when the meal needs to be easy, casual, and low-commitment.
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Compare Tampa Burgers and Pirates
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Burgers and Pirates | Tampa | , | , | No published awards |
| Supernatural Food & Wine | Tampa | American | $ | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured RestaurantsMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| CW's Gin Joint | Tampa | , | , | No published awards |
| Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria | Tampa | , | , | No published awards |
| Sal Rosa | Tampa | , | , | No published awards |
| Ebbe | Tampa | Contemporary | $$$$ | Michelin Guide Florida 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tampa Burgers and Pirates good for solo dining?
It may work for solo dining if you want a casual Tampa option with broad hours. The schedule is 11 AM–11 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 AM–1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
How far ahead should I book Tampa Burgers and Pirates?
No booking method or reservation policy is available. The hours suggest broad availability across the week, but you should confirm directly if timing matters, especially when comparing it with options such as Ebbe or Sal Rosa.
Is lunch or dinner better at Tampa Burgers and Pirates?
The hours begin at 11 AM and run into the evening every day, with later closing on Friday and Saturday. There is no lunch menu, dinner menu, pricing, or service format, so choose based on timing and confirm meal details directly.
Is Tampa Burgers and Pirates good for a special occasion?
The only style detail is a casual dress code, so it is safer to treat it as a casual Tampa option rather than a special-occasion venue. If you want a more deliberate comparison, consider other named options such as Supernatural Food & Wine or CW's Gin Joint.
What are alternatives to Tampa Burgers and Pirates?
For comparison, you can look at Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria, Supernatural Food & Wine, CW's Gin Joint, Sal Rosa, or Ebbe. Tampa Burgers and Pirates is the choice to evaluate when casual dress and long daily hours are the most important details.
Can I eat at the bar at Tampa Burgers and Pirates?
Bar seating is not available to confirm, so do not assume it is available. If that detail matters, confirm directly before going; otherwise, compare with other options such as Ebbe or Sal Rosa based on the experience you want.
