Cipresso, nestled within the vibrant Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, offers a memorable dining experience marked by exquisite Italian cuisine and exceptional service. Diners have highlighted the inviting, cozy atmosphere that complements the indulgent menu, featuring a range of mouthwatering options from crispy polenta to rich lobster pasta. Guests rave about the attentive staff, particularly mentioning knowledgeable servers who enhance the meal with insightful recommendations. Reviewers like Leslie Powell celebrated the perfectly cooked ribeye and light carpaccio, while others, like Kim Bell, were captivated by their white fish paired with artichokes. The chefs’ commitment to flavor is apparent in dishes like the short rib ravioli and various artisanal pizzas, including the wild mushroom and hearty carne options. Desserts, especially the peanut butter chocolate brownie, hit the sweet spot and leave diners wanting more. Whether dining with friends or for a special occasion, such as Mother's Day, patrons consistently praise Cipresso for its remarkable service and superb culinary offerings. Though located in a bustling casino, Cipresso manages to provide a pleasant ambiance, ensuring that each visit is as enjoyable as the last. This restaurant is a delightful find for both locals and travelers alike, promising an enticing Italian escape in Tampa.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Plenty of parking
Valet parking
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Reviews For Cipresso (in Seminole Hard Rock Tampa)
Joedy Vega
May 1,2025
Dinner with long time friends from Jersey and it didn’t disappoint. They have experienced Cipresso at the Hard Rock in Atlantic City and really enjoyed it there so we made a reservation in Tampa.
Kim Bell
Apr 30,2025
This is a late post, but my daughter took me her for Mother's Day this year. We had a little trouble finding it but we immediately received a warm greeting from the hostess. The service was EXCELLENT! Loved the atmosphere... very dark & cozy and the food was even better! I can't remember the name of the dish I ordered but it was white fish with artichoke hearts... 10/10. Looking forward to going back!
Abbie White
Apr 9,2025
2nd visit: Bartenders, Colin, John, Valentina, Krystal were amazing! They were moving and gettin' it done with great attitudes! Shae, the server was standing by so I had him join for a picture. Great personality as well. 1st visit: Luca was great! Food was wonderful!
Leslie Powell
Mar 15,2025
Love this restaurant. We decided on Cipresso reservations for our Hard Rock stay. The hostesses seated us fast. Seats and tables were comfortable. Our waiter Shaevan was amazing. Knowledgeable, polite and passionate about his job. The level of service was wildly amazing. Food we had the carpaccio. Delish, light and fresh! Would eat this every single visit. Ribeye was cooked to perfection. The lobster pasts Shaevan suggested was exactly what I needed! All in all our dinner was great, for this not being a steak house I'd come back for steak. Came back after walking around for dessert. Shaevan made us his special cheese cake WOW what a winner! GO SHAEVAN! We will be back!
Stephen Lisa Fitzsimmons
Mar 14,2025
I will start with the three stars.. atmosphere ..ya ya we are at a casino restaurant but seated next to the bar was just loud. That aside, our lovely waitress Jamie recommended a fantastic white wine, a pino/sauvignon blend but i don’t remember the name, ask her she will tell you. It had the short rib ravioli-wow! So much flavor! Hubby had the veal parmigiana which he enjoyed very much. Tender cut of veal with a lovely and NOT chunky sauce! (People who don’t like chunky sauce cant eat one BUT people who like a chunky sauce CAN eat a smooth sauce.. just sayin) Lovely!! Will definitely make this a dining experience whenever we visit the Hard Rock Casino Tampa!
Shaquonda Brown
Mar 4,2025
I was already visiting Hard Rock Casino. I played a few slot machines, but I started craving spaghetti and meat sauce. I was actually right next to an Italian Restaurant called Rez, but it was not open yet. I was directed downstairs to Cipresso. I was told that the Lasagna was world renowned, but I am a spaghetti person. My partner is a Lasagna fanatic, but I was alone. I ended up ordering Bolegnese, which was so good, literally. I ate it all. I also had two Sgorpino cocktails. The cocktails were such a great recommendation. I ended up getting Lasagna and a cheesecake to go. I will certainly eat here again!!!
Natalie Calderon
Feb 22,2025
Came here to my moms birthday and was surprised that they gave us all some champagne to celebrate. So nice of them. Service was great! We all ordered a little bit of everything and everyone loved their meal. The family favorites were the bolognese and the pork chop, the filet mignon with a side of the Brussels were delicious also. We order dessert and highly recommend the cheesecake. Overall a great experience! Oh and the sangria’s are huge! Very good and not too sweet.
Melody
Feb 12,2025
The food and drinks were DELICIOUS! Service was amazing too. John is a great bartender, Raul is pretty great too. Everything we had was delicious, I will definitely be back to have another SGROPPINO and lasagna!
Reviews For Cipresso (in Seminole Hard Rock Tampa)