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Catch Twenty Three - Tampa Reviews List

Catch Twenty Three - Tampa

Catch Twenty Three restaurant infuses its creativity with flavorful Latin and Caribbean influences served up in a casual, upscale setting. Island music is carried by cool breezes throughout the restaurant, which has the look and feel of a tropical resort dining room. Mouth watering aromas emanate from the pecan wood grill such as the Certified Fresh Seafood, Certified Angus Beef or Cuban Style Baby Back Ribs.
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(83 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(39)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(55)
  • great for outdoor dining(32)
  • fit for foodies(31)
  • good for groups(28)
  • hot spot(27)
  • special occasion(22)
Catch Twenty Three - Tampa Reviews List
Review 1 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Took mom here for Mother's day.
Service was poor. Food was ok. Never felt welcomed. Mom didn't get her $15 gift card that was promised in Ad.
Would not go again!
Do not recccomend.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Made a reservations for 7:30. Showed up prior to time and was to be sat at a small table next to kitchen. Asked to be moved to an open booth and was told it was reserved for a later reservation. We agreed to wait for a booth (30 minutes) as manager said you need to request a booth when making reservation. I spoke to owner and he said we should have gotten any open table we requested. Manager and Hostess were obviously trying to push all parties of two to these tiny tables and wanted to save a booth for a foursome.VERY POOR customer service policy. I never heard of having to request a specific table at a specific time before. This is not an exclusive restaurant for such nonsense........."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Local Spot

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We stopped by for an early dinner on a Saturday evening. We were delighted to find that they have an early dinner special, so we gave that a try. The portion sizes were perfect since we were going out afterwards and couldn't take leftover with us. The service and food were very good. We will definitely return."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Catch 23 is an excellent neighborhood restaurant. The noise level for this visit was unusually high, due to the bar being packed with folks watching the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo, but it cleared out pretty quickly once the race ended, and it was back to normal. The food and service is always excellent."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service is friendly but VERY slow. Not very attentive which is interesting since there are always two people assigned to each table. Hamburger is exceptional. Lobster bisque is outstanding. Tea used to be tropical and very good but is now just regular tea and just average, actually average for Hillsborough...ie has bad water taste. Would have ranked food excellent if not for bad water taste in tea."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 6 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food quality is always consistently

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food quality is always consistently great but service is slow. Beverages came after apps were served. Watched one busboy delivering food go to the wrong table each time he brought out food. Place would be excellent if they improved speed of drinks (get a service bartender) and wait staff worked in teams."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

You must go!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love going to the restaurant. This visit we sat outside. There was a very big umbrella to keep the sun away. The food didn't disappoint us and was as great as usual. We go here often, probably at least 3 times a month. The menu has so many options that you don't have to keep repeating any item, although the mussels are so special, with the bacon and blue cheese. Who would have thought that combination up, but it is amazing!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food is always outstanding.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food is always outstanding. No surprises, it's always great!!!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It's hard to describe this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's hard to describe this restaurant. It specializes in Seafood with a Caribbean "Twist."
Of course they have your standards, like French Onion Soup -- which had a nice rich broth. Their Crab Cakes were nice -- maybe a little too much bread. The Chilean Sea Bass was wonderful. Perfectly cooked and with your choice of sauce. Even the sides have a "twist" to them. Service was friendly. We'll be back.
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Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

not worth the drive

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Sercice was slow. Our waitress was deceptive. The food was stasteless. I liked this restaurant but I will not return. very noisy. if you want a romabtic dinner don't go here."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
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Review 11 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of the best restaurants in all of Tampa!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A very nice experience dining

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A very nice experience dining at Catch. Love to dine at the bar when the engaging and delightful Heather is bartending."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2006
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Review 13 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

During our annual trip to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"During our annual trip to Clearwater for spring training we have made it a point to have dinner at Catch Twenty-Three for the last five or so years. The menu was simple and the fish cooked simply, which is all we want. The service was always outstanding and the place had (and has) a welcoming, casual feel.
Our impression this year after eating there twice is that the place has slipped in food and service. The fish was overcooked (that never happened before) and the waitstaff left much to be desired -- friendly but inattentive and forgetful (for example, we had to ask for silverware, napkins, bread, hot sauce -- twice -- and drinks)."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
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Review 14 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The place looks fabulous!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The place looks fabulous!!! The food is great!!! What a true gem!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything I've ever ordered

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything I've ever ordered was great!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were waited on by Alex

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were waited on by Alex H. She was great. A thunderstorm started just as we were leaving and she insisted on accompanying each of us to our car with an umbrella. The car wasn't far away but it was raining really hard. She must have been very wet by the time she got back to the restaurant."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food is really good with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food is really good with a great selection. The only thing that is questionable about this restaurant is the service. It seems that there is never enough servers for the large Friday night crowd they try to accomodate."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
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Review 18 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

it was a bit loud in doors

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"it was a bit loud in doors so we moved outside. our waiter was very accomidating and nice. everyone loved their food. I plan to go back. its in a beautiful neighborhood"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 19 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Way to loud!

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"If I could have rated noise at "LOUD" I would have. While our food was good, and all came out correctly, our server was much more interested in the bigger table next to us, mostly ignoring us all evening.
Fish was great, and steak was tender. Not a quiet romantic scene by any means, so if you are looking for that, I'd suggest you skip this place. But if you want a good place to meet with friends and eat decent food, this would be a great place for that."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2013
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Review 20 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best restaurant we have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The best restaurant we have found in the Tampa region since moving here over two years ago."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our filet mignon was fatty.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our filet mignon was fatty. We had it a few days earlier and it was excellent. Inconsistent food."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Terrific place time and time

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific place time and time again!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great spot in Tampa's 'burbs

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Met up with a group of friends and ended up sitting at the bar for cocktails and dinner. Excellent service and all four of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Great fresh fish and healthy sides, excellent sushi rolls."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 24 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent for special occasion.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Server was very responsive, friendly and knowledgeable of all menu items, also being able to recommend items when questioned. Food was well prepared, hot and extremely tasty."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We love the food at Catch

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We love the food at Catch 23. Their macadamia nut sea bass is the best that I've had anywhere. There were six in our party and everyone raved about the food, from the salads to the entrees to the side dishes (glazed carrots, coconut rice, plantains)."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2005
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Review 26 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Been to Catch 23 many times,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Been to Catch 23 many times, always good, except this time. Seated promptly, waited 8 minutes for waitress to come to table. Ordered Filet M/R, came Mediuim. Wife's Mahi-Mahi was fishy tasting. She didn't complain, but I caught it when I took a bite of it. Waitress was not very attentive, had to ask her for rolls in beginning."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2009
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Review 27 for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great location and atmosphere. Service was outstanding and the food was amazing - all for a reasonable price."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Catch Twenty Three - Tampa
Based on the average of (56) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic