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Water Flour

4.6 1,572 reviews 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM 1015 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, United States

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Water Flour, located in Tampa, FL, offers a delightful Italian dining experience that has garnered rave reviews from patrons. Many diners appreciate the knowledgeable staff, with servers like Adriana receiving special mentions for their attentiveness and ability to manage large groups seamlessly. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between casual and upscale, making it an ideal spot for both date nights and gatherings with friends.

Food is undoubtedly the star here. Reviewers have praised dishes like the truffle Parmesan fries, which one guest described as the highlight of their meal, while others enjoyed the flavorful California bowls and rich three cheese pasta. The menu boasts a variety of options that cater to different tastes, ensuring that every guest leaves satisfied.

With inviting indoor and outdoor seating, ample parking, and consistently high service standards, Water Flour stands out as a must-visit culinary destination in Tampa. As one visitor stated, they were so impressed they returned multiple times during their trip, a testament to the restaurant’s quality and charm. Water Flour is not just a meal; it's an experience to savor.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Water Flour before visiting.

Reviews for Water Flour

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Review highlights

Based on 1,572 reviews

Water Flour is widely praised for its diverse and flavorful menu that spans Italian, American, sushi, and pasta dishes, offering something for a variety of tastes. Customers consistently highlight the quality and taste of standout items such as truffle Parmesan fries, pizzas, and sushi selections. The restaurant's atmosphere is described as inviting and suitable for both casual dinners and special gatherings, with ample seating and convenient parking. Exceptional customer service emerges as a key strength, with attentive and knowledgeable staff enhancing the overall dining experience. While some note the prices are slightly on the higher side, the consensus reflects that the value and quality justify the cost, making Water Flour a popular choice in Tampa.

Adrian Harper
Jul 06, 2025

Twas very very good. My server was very knowledgeable and made my solo dining experience very enjoyable. I ordered the truffle Parmesan fries, hot n sweet pizza, and the 3 cheese pasta. Everything was amazing but the fries were the star of the show.

Giuliana
May 06, 2025

We recently had an outstanding dinner at Water and Flour with a large party of over 20 people. From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Our waitress, Adriana, went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. She was attentive, friendly, and managed our large group with ease, making sure everyone felt special and taken care of. The food was delicious, with a great variety of dishes that satisfied all tastes in our group. The atmosphere was perfect for our gathering, and the service was impeccable. Thank you, Adriana, and the entire Water and Flour team, for making our evening memorable. We will definitely be back!

Josiah Kenyon
Apr 30, 2025

Went here for a work dinner and wow - super impressed! The sushi was amazing with lots of different options and varieties. It was a little on the pricey end, but not much more than other places. The inside is really cool and calming also. There is a decent amount of parking in front, and the restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. If you're looking for a nice date spot or hangout, this is worth checking out. It's a nicer spot but still casual vibes - which is dope.

Fady Mansi
Apr 22, 2025

I visited Tampa for a week and had an amazing experience at Water Flour. The food was absolutely delicious and came out in a timely manner. I ended up visiting the restaurant multiple times during my visit and was taken care of throughout the whole trip by France and her staff at the restaurant. They all made sure that the food came out just as I ordered and the customer service was amazing. France checked on myself and my party multiple times to make sure that we were doing OK and the staff was very friendly staff attentive making for a great experience. I’ll definitely be visiting again next time I’m in Florida

maryroselol
Apr 20, 2025

Such a nice place for a casual dinner with friends. We had California bowls and they were both phenomenal and tasty. You can choose your base which is a nice option as well. The bowls are flavorful, great variety of textures, and fantastic to eat. Definitely coming back!

Maddie Bannon
Mar 31, 2025

Water and Flour is a place of delight in Soho. The perfect blend of various cuisines offered to delight each and every person. They offer Japanese, American, Italian, and Mexican. This is an ideal place to dine at as you can make it the ideal experience you picture. It can be a quick in and out dine with casual dress, but you can also have a fancy dining experience. This was not my first time dining at this place, and it is safe to say they amaze me each time. The servers are all super sweet and willing to do anything for you. I never had a time where I was sitting there waiting to be served needing something. The decor is welcoming and I always recommend siting outside in the tropical temperatures with palm trees hugging you by all corners. There drink menu is not the biggest one but they do offer basically anything you would want. They have various cocktails, bubbly and rose, red wine, white wine, beer, and seltzers. We got the Snoop’s Garden cocktail which is gin, strawberry basil shrub, agave, and lemon juice. I like the sweeter side of things when it comes to drinks. If you do not like sweet drinks, this is not the one for you unfortunately. However, it is such a refreshing drink that is full of flavor. We started with two apps, the crispy rice with spicy ahi tuna and the volcano roll. The crispy rice was a perfect blend of crunchy, creamy, and fresh tasting. The sriracha aloli brought it all together making the tuna taste even better. The 8-roll sushi was filled to the brim bringing all tastes of the ocean together. It included crab, shrimp, cucumber, avocado, scallions, a kabayaki glaze, sriracha aloli, and sesame aioli. My server was very polite and recommended to get an extra side of aloli which was a perfect addition. The sushi was one of the best rolls I have had in Tampa even considering restaurants that purely only offer sushi. For our entrees, we got the mushroom marsala fresh pasta and the Tuscan brick oven pizza. Personally, I believe rigatoni is the best pasta option to go with. The marsala wine mushroom sauce was on the thicker side. The creamy sauce was perfect and I will definitely be getting this again in the future. My boyfriend was very satisfied with the 6 slice 12-inch personal pizza. The dough was fluffy in the crust but the naturally fermented sourdough crust had a perfect burn throughout the pie. For those interested in the pizza and pasta, they also have gluten free options as well. You need to check out Water and Flour for the perfect blend of tastes, cuisines, and ambience. They also have specials and happy hour from the hours of 4-7 pm if you’re looking for some good food for a good deal for your buck. Go get the pasta if you want a filling, delicious, and perfect portioned entree, and make sure to try one of their fresh cocktails! If you go... Where: 1015 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 Hours: 11 am to 6 pm Prices: 18-25 per person

King Prime
Mar 22, 2025

I recently visited Water Flour and had a mixed experience. The truffle fries were the star of the meal—crispy, perfectly seasoned, and bursting with rich truffle flavor. They were absolutely irresistible and a must-try for anyone dining here. However, I was a bit let down by the sushi. The portions were smaller than expected, and the flavors lacked the freshness and boldness I was hoping for. It fell short of my expectations. That said, the hospitality was outstanding. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we felt welcome throughout the entire meal. Five stars for their excellent service!

Avi Ramlochan
Mar 20, 2025

Food was delicious! The atmosphere was literally perfect! I'd go here everyday but I live in Orlando. The service was so great! Everyone that helped our table was so attentive and kind. Highly recommend going here!

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Address
1015 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Italian restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday (Today) 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

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