Tampa Bay Has One Of The Best Bars In America

Would you believe it if I told you that one of the best bars in America is right here in Tampa Bay? According to Esquire, The Punch Room has been named one of the top bars in America. The Punch Room, located at 500 Channelside Dr, is a mix of Tampa's Caribbean pirate vibe and its luxurious ambiance. Related: 3 Florida Bars Named the Best in America by Esquire Magazine According to That's So Tampa, You will find tropical drinks here, but you won’t want to show up in your bikini and expect little umbrellas in your drink. This bar has much more of a sophisticated atmosphere with its blue velvet curtains, swanky lime green couches, and dark lighting. On The Punch Room menu, you will find a mix of fabulously made rum cocktails, whiskey drinks, and a variety of beer and wines.  The Punch Room is open Wednesday & Thursday 5:00pm-12:00am and Friday and Saturday 5:00pm-1:00am If wearing flip flops and shorts is more your vibe. You have to check out of these local dive bars. Here's some of the best dive bars around the Tampa Bay area. Velet Gypsy - 5210 N Florida Ave - Tampa The Hub Bar - 719 N Franklin St - Tampa Mahuffer's - 19201 Gulf Blvd - Indian Shores Friendly Tarpon Tavern - 3120 W Gandy Blvd - Tampa The Shipwreck - 647 Mandalay Ave - Clearwater Beach Jerry's Dockside Bar & Grill - 9808 Vaughn St - Gibsonton The Potion Portal - 2329 28th St N - St. Petersburg Dead Bob's - 6716 Central Ave - St. Petersburg Swigwam Beach Bar - 336 Corey Ave - St. Pete Beach The Joint - 7630 34th Ave N - St. Petersburg