Gaspar's Grotto
Best Pirate Bar in Tampa · FL
Ybor City's treasure chest since 1992
Gaspar's Grotto is Ybor City's pirate-themed watering hole, named for the legendary Tampa Bay buccaneer José Gaspar. In the heart of the historic district, it pairs a big drink list and Cuban-inflected bar food with sun-drenched patios and live music several nights a week.
Rowdy, dog-friendly, and steeped in local pirate lore, Gaspar's has become an Ybor institution — the go-to gathering spot on Seventh Avenue for a beer and a band.
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2025 Centurion Award
Best Pirate Bar in Tampa Tampa, FL · Awarded under the 2025 evaluation View the 2025 award →Awards run one calendar year and renew only if the business clears the bar again. Selection is by published criteria, never for sale.
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