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Iavarone's

3617 W Humphrey St
Tampa, FL 33614-1628
Phone: (813) 932-5241
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Hours:
Tue-Wed 11:30am-10pm, Thu-Fri 11:30am-11pm, Sat 4pm-11pm

Editorial Review for Iavarone's – by Alexander Thomas

The Scene
It may be off the beaten path, but it's a favorite of the locals. Iavarone's has been serving steaks and Italian specialties since 1948. Elegantly casual, Iavarone's can accommodate families, couples, or business diners.

The Food
The menu of Northern Italian pastas and grilled specialties is moderately priced, and offers a wide variety of choices. Appetizers feature shrimp piccata, grilled shrimp, and Italian sausage, to name a few. There are a variety of salads; leading the list is the vine-ripe tomato salad, topped with gorgonzola and a basil vinaigrette.

What to Order
The standard steaks (filet, Porterhouse, strip, and prime rib) are offered as well as grilled chicken, pork chops and fresh catch of the day. The sauteed entrees are a nice change of pace, and can be topped with different sauces. Pastas are all simple, but nicely done.

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Insider Tips

One of Tampa Bay's Best

Nominated for Best Steak restaurant for its careful handling of steak and beef entrees.

Yo Fellas

This is a good place to bring a crowd of friends or relatives.

Calorie Counters

Its simple pasta dishes will appeal to weight watchers.

User Reviews for Iavarone's

Citysearch (9), Trip Advisor (1 ), Dine.com (4 ), All (14)

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/05/2008 Posted by imperialstyle

I love this place! The pastas are always right on, and the fish specials are always fresh. A little pricey, but worth it if you're treating yourself or a special someone. The atmosphere is great. Private and dark, perfect for a first date if you're trying to impress.

Pros: Quality food

Cons: Some dishes are overpriced

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/04/2008 Posted by MerryandConnieChapman

We have eaten at some of the most highly rated and far more expensive steak houses all over the country, but the steaks we had there on our last visit were spectacular. We come to the Tampa area three or four times a year and always make a visit there a priority, but this time the steaks were so good we went back another night for more.

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Editor's Review

This north Tampa institution offers simple, but well-done, northern Italian dishes at a moderate price.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

One of Tampa Bay's Best

Nominated for Best Steak restaurant for its careful handling of steak and beef entrees.

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Restaurant Information

Admission

  • $11-$20

Parking

  • Valet

Hours

  • Tue-Wed 11:30am-10pm
  • Thu-Fri 11:30am-11pm
  • Sat 4pm-11pm

Recommended Dish

  • steak or pasta

Payment Types

  • Cash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • Discover

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Steakhouse

Amenities

  • Group Dining

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