The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is in the East Lake--Orient Park section of northeast Tampa. The hotel holds a four-diamond rating from the AAA Motor Club and is home to a 178,000-square-foot casino with 90 table games. In addition to the Hard Rock Cafe located on the property, the resort food court and the five in-house restaurants, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is located within five miles of a variety of eating places for guests that wish to explore the area during their stay.
Ker's WingHouse of Brandon is approximately two miles from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (approximately three minutes by automobile). The menu begins with one dozen appetizers, such as the fried dill pickles and the mini-cheeseburgers. As the restaurant's name suggests, Ker's is best known for its chicken wings, which are available fried with or without breading. The wings also come "naked," baked after the skin has been removed. Nine flavors of sauce are available, including the fiery Exxtreme, Asian, blackened and garlic Parmesan. The restaurant has a full bar. Ker's WingHouse of Brandon serves lunch and dinner daily. The restaurant does not accept reservations. Casual attire is the norm. A children's menu is available.
Ker's WingHouse of Brandon
5003 North US Highway 301
Tampa, FL 33610
813-490-9464
winghouse.com
Smokehouse B-B-Q and Grill is less than three miles from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (about three minutes by automobile). The restaurant is a past winner of the Bay News Channel Nine area television station award for "Best Barbecue in Tampa Bay." The restaurant is best known for its pulled pork, baby back ribs, barbecued catfish fillets, southern sausage and top sirloin steaks. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Smokehouse B-B-Q and Grill serves lunch and dinner daily with the exception of Sundays, when the restaurant closes. Reservations are not required. Casual attire is suggested. Outdoor dining is available on the restaurant's patio, weather permitting.
Smokehouse B-B-Q and Grill
7117 North US Highway 301
Tampa, FL 33610
813-626-5222
The Tally Ho Bar and Grille is on North 56th Street, approximately three miles from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (approximately six minutes by automobile). The dining area features six large-screen televisions that play sporting events. Sixteen appetizers lead the menu, including standard pub fare such as fried cheese sticks and nachos as well as less-expected items such as smoked mahi-mahi pate and spicy spring rolls. The menu features five burgers, such as the Blue Max, made with Black Angus beef and topped with blue cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. Salads, hot dogs, quesadillas and hot and cold sandwiches and wraps are also served. A full bar is available. The Tally Ho Bar and Grille serves lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are not taken. Casual attire is appropriate.
Tally Ho Bar and Grille
7402 N. 56th St.
Tampa, FL 33617
813-984-9223
tallyhopub.com
