Calling all wine lovers, we have the PERFECT list for you! Buckle up because we’re about to take you on a tour of our favorite wine bars in Tampa Bay. Grab your girlfriends for a fun day of sipping on reds and whites, or plan a romantic date night with your significant other. Either way, we know you will have the best time at our favorite spots.
Our first pick is Fountainhead Wine & Beer Bar located in Westchase. This is a great spot for all things wine, beer, and seltzers! Stop by Atlas, just across the street, and grab a pizza to enjoy with your wine- you HAVE to try The Blonde. This is also a great spot for all you Florida Gator Fans, they have awesome game day specials so you can sip away while cheering on your team! Other fun nights to go are Trivia Tuesdays, Cornhole Wednesdays, and Ladies Night Thursdays.
Hours & Location
Monday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Tuesday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm-12:00am
Saturday | 12:00pm-12:00am
Sunday | 1:00pm-8:00pm
Cru Cellars is a Tampa staple with three awesome locations in South Tampa, Westshore, and Armature Works. This is the perfect place for a GNO with all the charcuterie you can dream of! Check their calendar because they host tons of wine tastings, wine classes, and wine dinners that you can’t miss. Cru Cellars offers over 35 different types of wines by the glass, as well as wine flights and a great selection of beer! If the weather is nice, enjoy the beautiful wine garden out back.
Hours & Location
Monday | 12:00pm-9:00pm
Tuesday | 12:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday |12:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday | 12:00pm-10:00pm
Friday | 12:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am-11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am-3:00pm
Spend the day in downtown St. Pete and make sure to stop by COPA, located in the heart of the Edge district. This is one of our favorite spots for all things wine, tapas, and lounging in their indoor and outdoor seating. They also have an amazing cocktail and beer list if you’re not in the mood for red or white! While you’re there, try out one of there rotating hookah flavors and enjoy one of their many international-inspired tapas.
Hours & Location
Monday | 5:00pm-11:00pm
Tuesday | 5:00pm-11:00pm
Wednesday | 5:00pm-11:00pm
Thursday | 5:00pm-11:00pm
Friday | 5:00pm-1:00am
Saturday | 5:00pm-1:00am
Sunday | 3:00pm-10:00pm
You don’t have to be located in the heart of Tampa or St. Pete to have a fabulous wine night. Cepas Wine & Tapas Bar is located in Carrolwood and offers over 100 wines by the glass and 400 by the bottle! Enjoy the tavern vibes and stop by for happy hour from 4-7pm every Monday- Friday! In the mood for a beer instead? Try out one of their many beer options from all around the world.
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday |4:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday | Closed
Next on our list of wine bars in Tampa Bay is The Wine Exchange – a must-visit in Hyde Park Village! The modern vibes make it the perfect spot for a girls day out or a date night. Make sure to stay for dinner and try something off their menu, inspired by the street side cafes of Europe. They have over 40 wines offered by the glass and a big selection of half and full bottles as well. Hyde Park is always popular on the weekends so we recommend making a reservation with the link below!
Hours & Location
Monday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Tuesday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Thursday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Friday | 11:30am-11:00pm
Saturday |11:30am-11:00pm
Sunday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Ybor always guarantees a good time, and you’ll be sure to find that at the Ybor City Wine bars in Tampa Bay! Located in the heart of Centro Ybor, this is the perfect place to start a night out. They offer a wide variety of fine wines, craft beers, and delicious small plates. For our wine connoisseurs, join in on the weekly wine tastings or join the wine club for a monthly selection of red and whites!
Hours & Location
Monday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Tuesday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm-12:00am
Saturday | 4:00pm-12:00am
Sunday | 2:00pm-10:00pm
This is another stop you can’t miss if you’re in downtown St. Pete! CellarMaster is a wine bars in Tampa Bay and bottle shop so you can try before you buy. They focus on small production wines from ethically friendly vineyards, and offer a huge selection of premium wines for under $20. We live that you can enjoy a glass and feel goo about where it came from, even on a budget!
Hours & Location
Monday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Tuesday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Wednesday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Thursday | 11:30am-9:00pm
Friday | 11:30am-11:00pm
Saturday | 11:30am-11:00pm
Sunday | 12:00pm-7:00pm
You already know why we love this one! Cheese Please is located in South Tampa and is absolutely worth stopping in. On top of their amazing wine menu, this place has all the meat and cheese you can dream of. The servers are extremely knowledgeable and can help you pick out the best selection. The intimate space makes it the perfect place for a night out!
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 2:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday |2:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday | 2:00pm-10:00pm
Friday | 12:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday | 12:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday | Closed (Will open upon request for private event)
What’s better than cozying up with a glass of wine and a good book? Not much- and this place gets it! Book and Bottle, located in St. Pete is your one stop shop for wines by the glass, wines by the bottle, and an amazing book collection. They also serve coffee, making it a great place to work during the day! Make sure to stop by on Tuesday-Friday from 4-6pm for happy hour and get $1 off any alcoholic drink off their menu.
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 10:00am-7:00pm
Wednesday |10:00am-9:00pm
Thursday | 10:00am-9:00pm
Friday | 10:00am-9:00pm
Saturday |10:00am-9:00pm
Sunday | 12:00pm-7:00pm
Wine and Wood is a hidden gem in Hyde Park! They have an amazing selection of wine bars in Tampa Bay on tap, by the bottle, and delicious wood fired pizza. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the reclaimed Chicago brick walls will be sure to give you the most authentic experience. We highly recommend getting a wine flight and picking out a few different wines to try!
Hours & Location
Monday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Tuesday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Wednesday |4:00pm-11:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm-12:00am
Saturday |4:00pm-11:00pm
Sunday | Closed
You don’t have to be in the heart of Tampa to enjoy great wine, Clearwater has it too! Known for their delicious Mexican and Mediterranean food, Clearwater Wine Bars in Tampa Bay & Bistro offers 50+ wines on the water and the best sangria you could imagine! Our favorite appetizer is the Turkey and Brie Donut Hole Sliders- the perfect mix of savory and sweet.
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesday |4:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Friday | 11:30am-10:30pm
Saturday | 11:30am-10:30pm
Sunday | Closed
This is our favorite spot for a wine night and an incredible dinner! You’ll definitely want to make a reservation here because it books up fast- and for good reason! You can also join their Locker Club, which allows you to store up to 12 bottles of wine in a temperature controlled environment, and join exclusive wine tasting events.
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday | 4:00pm-11:00pm
Sunday | 10:30am-9:00pm
This is another amazing spot in downtown St. Pete with an awesome wine selection and amazing food! If you love to brunch, you can’t pass this place up. We love the option to create your own Charcuterie board which has a huge selection of wine bars in Tampa Bay and cheese to choose from! Make sure to make a reservation below.
Hours & Location
Monday | 11:00am-10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am-10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am-10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am-10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am-11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am-11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am-10:00pm
Our final stop takes us to a Tampa Bay favorite- Oxford Exchange! The Champagne Bar is newly the perfect place to hang out before your brunch reservations. Sip on a glass of bubbly and shop around the huge variety of books and houseware in their shop. And make sure to dress to impress because you’ll definitely want to snap a photo here!
Hours & Location
Monday | 7:30am-5:30pm
Tuesday | 7:30am-5:30pm
Wednesday | 7:30am-5:30pm
Thursday | 7:30am-5:30pm
Friday | 7:30am-5:30pm
Saturday | 9:00am-5:30pm
Sunday | 9:00am-5:30pm
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