Tampa Bay’s Best Wine Bar, Cru has wines and craft-beers by-the-glass and a chef-driven restaurant serving appetizers, entrées, cheeses, and desserts. The outdoor Wine Garden is a secluded space to enjoy dinner or happy hour, and the Cru Retail shop boasts small-production wines at great prices! Cru Cellars is a go-to for private parties, dinners and wine tastings in their unique and versatile space. Join the Cru Club for two monthly somm-picked bottles, plus insider deals on wine, food & events.
Sleek wine bar serving cheese & cured meats, flatbreads & small plates in sleek digs with a garden.
Cru Cellars – Visit Tampa Bay
Voted Tampa’s “Best Wine Bar,” for many years, Cru Cellars is happily and obsessively wine focused, with more than 25 wines by-the-glass, seven different wine …
Haley DeLeon
Nice staff, good food and great wine. The bucatini carbonara tasted more like an Alfredo sauce vs. a traditional carbonara flavor, but it was still tasty.
… moreRyan
Cru Cellars is a true hidden gem in Tampa. Easy parking, great ambience, and an amazing wine list with staff who know exactly how to point you in the right direction. The food is next level—the salad is the best I’ve had anywhere, the Peri Peri Cauliflower is packed with flavor, and the loaded hummus is a must-order. On top of all that, their happy hour is solid and makes it even better. Between the cozy vibe, friendly service, and standout dishes, Cru is definitely one of my favorite spots.
… moreRaki B
The food exceeded my expectations and Chef Jay packed a lot of flavor in this Salmon & Succotash dish!! I was with a party of 13 gorgeous ladies and we couldn’t stop talking about how amazing each dish was. I’m not one who likes brussel sprouts, but I definitely recommend it! The truffle fries were perfect as well. We were gifted both desserts and I must say the Strawberry Shortcake could’ve went down in one gulp that’s how good it was. Again, I don’t care too much for S’mores, but the Spiced S’mores gave the campfire vibe and true to taste!! Not one complaint was heard because everything was just that magnificent!!!
… moreRegina S
I recently went to Cru Cellars for dinner, here is what I thought.
Atmosphere: I love the atmosphere of Cru Cellars, you have to walk through the wines they’re selling to access the restaurant. The seating area is small, but quaint. They have a lovely outdoor seating area thats wonderful to enjoy in nice weather.
Restrooms: They had two single bathrooms. The bathroom was nice and clean.
Service: Our waitress was great. She was super friendly and circled back whenever we needed anything! The food came out quick!
Food: The food was so good. We loved everything we ordered. We did family style and ordered a few appetizers, a flat bread, and charcuterie board to share. We tried their ‘Brussel Sprouts’ which were amazing, I could eat those days. We also tried their ‘Truffle Fries’ also so good, I loved the dipping sauces it came with. We tried their ‘Mushroom Flatbread’ which was delicious. We did their five option charcuterie board, which was the perfect sharing amount for four people. The bread it came with was freshly made, it was nice and fluffy. We loved their wine flight selections, all the wines were so good! You got three wines for $24!
We will definitely be back!
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… moreTaz L
This was my second time going with my OFFLINE app and it was again another great time! I like the relaxed ambiance and spacious interior. Their wine selections are unique and their food has great portions. I had the shrimp carbonara and house white wine, they also offer happy hour and a retail operation in the same location if you would like to buy a bottle to take home.
… moreMadeline
A rainy day called for girl dinner and a glass of wine at Cru! I liked the wine cellar ambiance and it was certainly chilly like one. The Ybor burger enticed me but I don’t think it lived up to my expectations, however the patty was juicy and delicious. The Truffle Fries were the highlight and no crumbs were left.
… moreMelanie Jensen
As a Cru Cellars wine club member, I can confidently say this spot is one of Tampa’s best-kept secrets for wine and food lovers alike. The club perks are fantastic—especially the $15 monthly dining credit, which can be applied to happy hour. It makes for a perfect midweek treat.
On my last visit, we enjoyed the Cru Burger (which comes with a glass of Cabernet!), the burrata salad, and a fig & balsamic flatbread—every dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and paired wonderfully with their wines. The s’mores dessert stole the show—rich, indulgent, and a must-order.
Another great part of the experience is being able to pick up your monthly wines and browse their in-store selection, which always has something unique and worth trying. I love how the membership encourages me to explore new wines I might not have chosen on my own.
Whether you’re a wine club member or just stopping by, Cru Cellars offers an elevated yet approachable experience with thoughtful food and an exceptional wine list.
… moreHeather Lamoureux
Came here on a Saturday night and there was a DJ playing chill house music – like a lounge vibe, we loved it. The food was great! We got the Fall Roasted Salad and the Steak sandwich, both were delicious. They also have an excellent selection of wines. Will definitely be back.
… moreThomas Rollins
I cannot thank the staff at Cru Cellars enough for making my daughter’s baby shower so perfect. The food was delicious. The wine choices perfect. The service was amazing. I highly recommend this place for a private event.
… moreKeno Ro
Came for brunch on a Saturday morning/afternoon and to my surprise the place was empty. Why? I don’t know but the food was AMAZING! I got the Cru Burger with Truffle fries. 10/10 My lady got the Filet & Crab Benedict which she loved! We order the Cinnamon Roll for to go but Jay the Chef had us try his special dessert…Almond Jay. This desert had us forget about the Cinnamon Roll which was also great. The Almond Jay was extremely delicious. We will definitely be back soon!
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