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March 25, 2026 • 
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For one night only, this event brings together the best of Tampa’s culinary scene for an evening of music, sips, and mouth-watering plates.

Photos courtesy of Foto Bohemia

Mark your calendars. Taste of Water Street returns Thursday, April 16 with its signature open-air culinary showcase. This year’s lineup includes:

  • Bites and beverages from 25+ celebrated Water Street Tampa chefs and restaurants (including newcomers like Dang Dude, Publix, and Azure at EDITION)
  • Live entertainment set against vibrant Water Street
  • An exclusive preview of Smith’s Provisions + The Back Bar, two new concepts from CRU Hospitality Group, who brought you Wine on Water and Small Giant on Water Street (also partaking in this year’s event lineup).
  • A new beneficiary, with a portion of proceeds supporting the local Ronald McDonald House

If we had a TBAY events bucket list, this would be on it. Tickets are going quickly — grab yours below.

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