There's only so many fancy-schmancy, girly sushi and martini joints us dudes can handle before we snap.  No offense, but sometimes us guys just need an establishment that's simple, catering to our simple needs.  Forget all the upscale decor and ambiance and whatever else makes a good dining and drinking spot for the girlfriend, sometimes some of us just want to sit down, watch the game, stuff our faces, and drink some beer.

Brick House Tavern + Tap in Westshore hears you and delivers like no other restaurant can in Tampa.  A veritable man mecca dedicated to all the things we typically love, The Brick House is an epicenter of no-frills, meat-packed meals, beers, sports, and relaxation.

Kick back on one of their recliners or couches as the scantily-clad waitresses sit down and chat it up with you and take your order.  Beer choices include your typical pints, huge 32 ounce bottles, or massive beer towers you can share with a couple friends.  Choose from American classics like Bud and Miller or go exotic with an import like St. Pauli Girl or Warsteiner.

As you watch the game or chat it up with friends, browse over their mouthwatering menu.  No small-plate, upscale, I-can't-even-pronounce-this food here, just big helpings of some gut-busting classics and inventively manly originals at Brick House.

For appetizers, they do classic hot pretzels, but served with white queso, yellow mustard, and jalepeno ham.  Or, opt for the oven-baked meatloaf sliders to start the meal off.

Entree highlights include BBQ baby back ribs, chicken and waffles, and colossal burgers like the barbecue bacon and red chili burger.

If you're drooling by now, it might be to your best advantage to round up the guys and head out to Brick House Tavern + Tap.  Your sense of manliness, and appetite, will thank you.