1823 Kitchen And Bar

Breakfast buffet good!

Great atmosphere for relaxing, taking in the views, or enjoying the time of day. Drinks are great (alcoholic and non) and good food!

Nice cocktails, but the food was a hit and miss. I suggest to pass on anything which is not a sandwich or a salad. Service is spotty too.

Good

Located in the lobby of the Grand Hyatt this is a relaxing and charming dining option. A comfortable blend of being able to people watch, yet having its own space. Best of all the food was delicious.

Pro: Can’t beat the location if you are staying at the Grand Hyatt, it’s an elevator ride away. The food is superb and served by an efficient and friendly staff. Great location for people watching.

Con: Prices are marked up due to having a captive customer base. Which I feel is a common practice among such establishments. The restaurant has a very open floor plan, if you prefer a private setting.

After a long day of exploring Tampa, my partner and I were tired but also hungry. The struggle was real and thoughts of venturing beyond the Grand Hyatt were exhausting. After lustfully staring at the in room menu for longer than necessary I decided 1823 Kitchen and Bar was a suitable option. Minutes later around 9pm we seated ourselves at a quaint out of the way high top table in the corner. One of the friendly bartenders arrived at our table guessing correctly that we were looking for a bite to eat. Now with menu in hand I noticed some differences from the in room menu. I opted for the Mojo Pork Quesadilla with peach salsa and sour cream ($12). This dish had excellent mouth feel with a crispy exterior and moist, flavorful meat inside. Paired with a peach salsa and sour cream this created a pleasant flavor experience. What dining experience could be considered complete without dessert, for that I chose Tres Leches Cake. A lactose intolerant nightmare that I thoroughly enjoyed. By this time of night the restaurant is by no means crowded so I didn’t feel rushed in the least bit, however I was satisfied to meander back to my room and settled in for the nights sleep. I highly recommend dining here at least once if you’re staying at the Grand Hyatt, it has wonderful food and a peaceful atmosphere.