By: Yeah, the upscale lounges and trendy bars are nice, but sometimes an old smokey bar will do the trick for like, half the price too. Whether you’re meeting up with friends or grabbing a quick 5 o’clock drink after work, there are a ton of great neighborhood and dive bars in the Tampa Bay area to choose from. Here are a few we love.
The Hub – The Hub is a Downtown Tampa institution when it comes to great drinks in an awesome dive bar environment. Complete with a dim lit atmosphere, strong pours, a jukebox, and live music on certain nights, The Hub is the place to be for a no-frills drinking experience in Tampa.
The Pegasus Lounge – The Pegasus is a North Tampa dive bar with a great rock n’ roll vibe. Head out and catch a local rock band, or go on Wednesdays for pornaoke. Yeah, karaoke with porn clips playing in the background. Probably want to leave mom at home for that one.
Tiny Tap Tavern – The Tiny Tap is a cozy neighborhood bar in the Hyde Park area. Stop in and enjoy a cheap beer like Pabst Blue Ribbon or Miller Light with some friends while listening to classic hits on the jukebox and having a good ol’ fashioned time.
Reservoir Bar – This Ybor City dive is conveniently located just a stone’s throw from Centro Ybor and clubs likr Czar, The Ritz, Tabu, and many more. Stop in and grab a cheap drink before a concert at the Ritz or a nightcap after spending way too much money at the club.
Walter’s Press Box Emporium – It doesn’t get much better than watching a high-intensity sports game in a neighborhood bar packed with all the fans. The Press Box has been this place in Tampa for over 20 years. Stop in, enjoy a variety bar fare and drinks, then cheer on the home team.
