"made a reservation on Open Table. when we arrived at the restaurant were told we would have to sit outside because we hadn't specified inside (no way on OpenTable)...and we had been there before and were never told that. We didn't want to be outside, host wasn't very flexible but chef came out and said they would accomodate us. Not a great start to feel like the restaurant is going out of their way to accomodate you, after telling you that it was your responsibility to know to ask for an inside table, especially as it was early, and there were several inside tables available for the length that we were there. Food was okay, our salad, which included pineapple had the hardest parts of the pineapple chopped into it, so that was unpleasant."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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"The head chef personally came to our table 3x despite the fact that it was a busy Wednesday evening at the restaurant. He could not have been more gracious and attentive to us. Similarly, our server Stephanie was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. The food was truly phenomenal (mussels and short rib), and I've eaten in some of the best restaurants in the country. The staff at Boca are a class act and I will definitely go back."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Boca. Frequent New menu , the freshest ingredients, and well prepared dishes We had the low calorie flat bread with fresh spinach,chicken, Feta cheese And wonderful Rasberry vinegarette. We also had the swordfish. Grilled to perfection Accompanied with red quinoa. Excellent. Server was adorable and well versed with the menu. Always have trouble with the pompous Hostess. My one criticism for Boca. Uppedy attitude and not gracious. At least she was paired with a male host who was welcoming and friendly."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I've been to Boca Kitchen four times now, and loved every single experience. The food is delicious and fresh. It's as much local and organic food as they can get so if you're looking for a healthy dining option, this is it! :) They also have delicious sangria's and a great wine and beer selection. I love this place!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"This is a fabulous restaurant for so many reasons...Great selection of craft cocktails and food selections for foodies at affordable prices. Friendly, attentive service. Trendy ambiance. On our last visit we tried and LOVED the Bone Marrow, the Fire Roasted Mussels, the Purple Watercress Salad, the Oak Grilled Flat Iron Steak and after much deliberation, the Local Fruit and Berry Crumble. We left fat and happy and can't wait to come back again to sample more of this delectable menu."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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"First time at Boca...took a risk for Mothers Day...usually go to tried & true...I knew we picked a great spot when they served Tito's vodka as their well vodka in the Bloody Mary's...Boca was really fun, great service, local sourced food was fresh and festive! We are already planning our next visit, this time for dinner...Boca is now on our fav list. Boca was busy and we never felt rushed or pressured. The Kitchen staff worked wonders...From the Bloody Mary's to the Fresh Local Berries in the dessert, the meal was really great. Corned Beef Hash with Duck Eggs...BEST EVER!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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"Love the food and ambience at Boca. Our fourth time in the last few months. Our server was good but not as great as the one before. Maybe she was having an off night. Either way, we'll be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"The food at Boca is definitely different, very "upscale" type. I felt that the prices were way to high for the portion sizes. My husband and I split an entree and a salad and it was $40 and we left still hungry. I don't know that I would be back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Enjoyed our meals immensely; roasted mussels appetizer, salad no. 9, yellow fin Tina and shrimp with GF pasta. It was busy on a Friday night and service was fine but not the most attentive. We look forward to returning and would recommend this great new Tampa dining spot."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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"Great signature selections and always consistent in presentation and taste. Also offers gluten free options. We noticed this time that the menu indicated no modifications to orders which was surprising for this type of restaurant. Never have been disappointed. This was my fourth visit and walked away very happy."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"We went to Boca for my fiancee's birthday. It was not what we expected, but we never judge a book by its cover. The staff was friendly and helpful when we wanted to change our seats in the reservation (they had us placed on high chairs that seem like a bar, so we ask for a booth). The food itself was really good, but our waiter said they were out of some steaks - a bummer on my end since that was what I was aiming for. At the end of our meal, our waiter thought we were finished and presented our tab. He didn't even ask us if we wanted dessert, which we did... :|
Overall, the food was good with good presentation. Boca is a relaxed environment. I wouldn't suggest going there dressed to impress. I give it a "B+.""
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, great for lunch
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"Boca was on our "Foodie Bucket List" and we finally went. Our first impression at the front door with the host and hostess was poor. They were not friendly or welcoming. We had reservations for a week and were sat at a community for 8 and there were 4 of us...2 couples. When I asked if we could sit another of the many open tables, we were told those were for reservations. when I mentioned we had reservations he said " I realize that, I'll see what I can do." We were moved. Our waiter was very friendly and our food was good although we were served several unopened mussels. We were treating our foodie friend for her birthday which was never mentioned. As I said, has potential if they hire a new host staff and pay attention to the details."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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"Boca is easily one of (if not) my favorite restaurants in South Tampa. I have been for both brunch and dinner, and I have never had a bad meal there. My fiance and I come here all the time for a fun dinner out."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"Lively slightly loud atmosphere with a variety of choices on the menu. Three great dinners this night. Excellent short rib, swordfish, and scallops. Quick and efficient service. They are working out all the little kinks from the opening days. Enjoy!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"I took my family (wife and 2 kids) and we had a wonderful experience. The food was superb, the ambiance was great, even with our kids... The music was a bit too loud, but it was corrected by the staff.
We'll definitely come back, and we'll recommend to others."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"It was mine and my fiance first time to Boca.It was also our anniversary. Our waiter Jesse was wounderful and the food was Amazing!!! Thank you for making our experience and our anniversary a wounderful memory :-)"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I had been here a few times before and was always impressed, so I went back with my wife and some friends. We were all very happy with our experience as I expected we would. The food was fantastic. Service was friendly and quick. The atmosphere is very nice especially when it's cooler outside there is outdoor seating that I would request."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"The service and food were notably not as good as the first few times my wife and I dined here... My wife and I waited a long time for our entrees, and the second glass of wine arrived as she was finishing her bland chicken. The server did apologize, and they comped us the wine, and offered free dessert. We could have easily overlooked the service hiccups if the food was better..."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
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"We are new to Tampa and were looking for a nice place to eat that is "fit for foodies". Boca was a Great Find! Food and drinks are wonderful and their attention to detail is great- even if you are just ordering the meatloaf! yum!
Their scallops were perfect! Great place and we will continue to dine here often"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Once again a most enjoyable meal and experience at Boca. I love the food preparation. This restaurant overall gets an A from me. I will be back again, and again, and again, and I always bring someone new along so they get to experience it as well.
Thank you again, Livia"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"We normally LOVE Boca, so we took some of our friends who were in from out of town. My husband's fish was absolutely awful. about a 1/3 of it wasn't even edible. Very disappointing. And we had a waitress with a major attitude - also very disappointing. Never had just a bad experience, but we will definitely hesitate to recommend it any more or return (despite living a block away)."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
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"I've been here several times with postive experiences, but this time the pasta dish had very little pasta and I experienced some forgetable spices in the meal. What happened? Everything else was fine but I don't recommend the pasta!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2009
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"Generally good food in nice atmosphere. Food can sometimes be uneven. A dish will be great one night and the next week not cooked as well. Flatbreads great when left in oven long enough. They are trying hard and will hopefully iron out the few kinks they have in the kitchen. Definitely give it a try. best to have a reservation if you don't want a long wait."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"This was our first visit, loved the ambiance the service was great our waitress was well versed with the menu she was able to answer all our questions. We had the flat iron steak , it was amazing would recommend it , while waiting for our food we looked around at other food being delivered to other tables it all looked good , we kept asking the waitress what it was. We definitely will go back . The only critic is that it was a little loud so don't expect to have a quite conversation."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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"We loved most of the food we got. We ordered a soup that was not what we expected at all and ended up not liking it, and our server graciously took it back and subtracted it from our bill. Our server was friendly, polite, and accommodating. We very much enjoyed our experience!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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"Boca has become a favorite among my friends! Why?? It's organized, smooth running machine. Never wait (always make reservation), always have GREAT service from moment we step on property. Host area ALWAYS welcoming (even the valet area is friendly, although I never valet). Food phenom, pace perfect, price right. I've never had a bad experience here which is why I come back....with many different types of people....lunch or dinner....always a home run!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"The food and drinks were very good. In the past, drinks would sometimes take a while to come out, but they must have fixed that issue since we ordered the complex specialty drinks and they all came out in a timely fashion. Te food is always very good and on Easter it was non exceptions. We ordered a variety of standard and menu items off the specials and all were delicious and fulfilling. It was a ver nice experience."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"The food was okay as long as you're not a picky eater. When I reserved on open table, it said "bottomless sangria from 4pm-7pm." We got to Boca and the waitress said they haven't offered that in months. It was not accurate on open table. A little disappointed. Also, don't go here unless you are willing to eat the food as it is stated on the menu. They will not remove something from their dishes. For instance, I can't stand onions.... Had to choose something that didnt have them. I couldn't Oder a meal without them."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"It was absolutely wonderful. Boca came recommended by several of my clients and I can see why....The food recommendations by Robert were spot on. Your version of "spaghetti & claim was delish. We had 1 minor food challenge that was corrected immediately. Your pricing is very fair considering you are offer farm to table items.
A great experience and I will return very soon...
Thank you kindly, Livia"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
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"Enjoyed Boca a lot.. This was my fifth time there.. Twice for lunch third time for dinner. Valet parking, seated right away even though we were late for our reservations. Hostess gave us a better table. Team staff excellent. Will be returning a April 11th."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Have been there twice recently. Outside on the patio once and inside once. Great foood. They are houghtful about the products they order and the food they serve. Lovely atmosphere -- seems intimate even though there is more room than you might think. Exellent and knowledgeable service both times."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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