Best known for its fresh gulf seafood, this is a fine dining grill. The restaurant focuses on contemporary American, European and French. Expect the average entrée to cost for the most part in the range of $12 to $20, and people are quite appropriate when dressed business casual.
Atmosphere: You`ll be able to take in the view of Hillsborough River and The University of Tampa Skyline from many seats at this restaurant. Structurally, the restaurant utilizes a good deal of glass and windows. The restaurant has a contemporary and fashionable European style décor. The interior is accented by wood tones, enhanced by contemporary artwork and flowers at the tables, and the lighting is soft. Tables are covered with linen tableclothes, and there are hardwood floors.
The establishment is spacious with seating for 90 people. It is intimate and romantic and attracts a mature and classy clientele. Table talk is no problem - noise level here is moderate. Also, you`ll notice that there are chef tables.
More Reasons to Go: There is background music while you dine. And, for your viewing pleasure, there is access to satellite television stations. Ashley Street Grille is appropriate (if not ideal) for impressing clients, birthdays, anniversaries, other romantic evenings and groups; also, the restaurant is often frequented prior the theatre. When weather permits, enjoy seating outside on the terrace.
Eating & Drinking: Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast is served during all hours of operation. There`s a Sunday brunch for $10 per person.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served, and you`ll find that there is a superb wine list with vintage options. In addition, the establishment has a lounge inside.
Notable Mention: 1999 Top 20 Best New Restaurants in Florida, Florida Trend Magazine1999 and 2000 Award of Excellence, Wine Spectator Magazine.
2001 Zagat guide rated it
``Innovative, best of downtown Tampa``
Of Interest: 2001 Official Host of ``Taste of the NFL``
Superbowl xxxv Food Celebration
About the Chef: Chef Sitero is a Five Star and Five Diamond trained Chef with experience in Europe and Philadelphia`s world famous Le Bec Fin.
The Management: This award winning restaurant`s management is commited to providing world class dining at affordable prices.
Details to Note: Reservations are accepted. Catering for various events can be arranged (call for details & quotes). Smoking is allowed in the lounge. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. It should be noted that this is an adult oriented establishment. Free parking is available for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club
Tips on Finding: At the corner of Ashley Drive and Kennedy Blvd. in downtown Tampa on the Hillsborough River. It is directly across the river from The University of Tampa in the Radisson Riverwalk Hotel
Hours of Operation: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week open till 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends
