Bel Mar Saloon, located at 3501 S Manhattan Ave in Tampa, has earned a reputation as a beloved neighborhood sports bar. Reviewers consistently praise its inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for catching a game or simply unwinding with friends at the bar. The seating options—both indoor and outdoor—offer the perfect environment for socializing or enjoying a meal.
Customers rave about the food, noting that while it falls into the typical bar fare category, it stands out for its taste and quality. Highlights include the wings with Matt’s Mix sauce, which Ali Bouarfa described as "awesome," and hearty salads that can easily satisfy two. Mike T and Ken Zimmerman emphasize the friendly staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
Bel Mar Saloon combines a friendly crowd with solid service, making it a great neighborhood hangout. As Ken Hasty pointed out, it’s a place where you can enjoy quality food while being surrounded by a welcoming community. The saloon’s charm and engaging atmosphere invite patrons to return, making it a hidden gem that deserves more recognition.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For Bel Mar Saloon
Mike T
Jun 26,2025
Great place to catch a game or just chill at the bar with friends. Food is typical bar food but tasty.... Service is great and very friendly, highly recommended ...
Ken Zimmerman
Jun 15,2025
There is plenty of seating both inside and out. Great staff that take really good care of you. The food is really good. It's definitely somewhere I will go to eat or just grab a drink. If you want to watch the game, there are plenty of TVs.
R J Barcus
May 20,2025
Always good. If you love salads and are super hungry, get one of their full salads with a protein. It is delicious and enough to feed 2. All the staff are great. Love the crowd. It’s a great neighborhood hang.
Ken Hasty
May 9,2025
Nice, small, neighborhood sports bar. The food is very good and the crowd is friendly. Good service as well.
Ali Bouarfa
Apr 25,2025
WINGS: One of the first bars I’ve been to where the food is the clear winner here. This place seems like it’s a hidden gem & needs more recognition. The bartender was incredibly friendly & attentive. Place was clean & the food was fresh & flavorful. The wings with Matt’s Mix sauce are awesome & the smash burger was great. Definitely get the curly fries.
Michael Hamm Fishing & Sports Card Hobbyist
Apr 3,2025
Small bar in S. Tampa. Staff was nice and had the Matt's Mix flavor( hot wing sauce, parmesan and garlic) on chicken wings and they fantastic.
Lexi Naetzker
Mar 21,2025
Great service great drinks and amazing wings. Some of the best we’ve had. We ordered them Cajun dry rubbed with a side of the “Famous Matt’s Mix” and they were so so good and crispy yet tender. Our bartender Sierra was great! You can also pick songs through Touch Tunes which is always fun. We will definitely be back!
Anand R
Mar 9,2025
Nice place and friendly Employees. Great service but faster even though it's always busy in the Evenings. Especially weekend evenings, finding a Parking spot is very very difficult and frustrating. Better to visit during week evenings. Location is very nice and smiling servers make your day through their best service.
Reviews For Bel Mar Saloon