Cipresso: An Italian Culinary Gem at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa
Nestled within the vibrant entertainment complex of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, Cipresso offers a sophisticated and authentic Italian dining experience. Located at 5223 Orient Rd, Tampa, FL 33610, United States, this establishment transcends the typical casino restaurant fare, presenting itself as a destination for discerning palates seeking classic Italian artistry executed with contemporary flair. Cipresso is more than just a place to eat; it is an immersion into the rich culinary traditions of Italy, set against the backdrop of Tampa’s premier entertainment hub. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between elegance and approachability, making it suitable for a celebratory dinner, a pre-show meal, or a relaxed evening enjoying world-class hospitality.
The philosophy underpinning Cipresso’s menu is a dedication to fresh, high-quality ingredients, often sourced locally where possible, to complement imported Italian staples. This commitment ensures that every dish, from the simplest antipasto to the most complex main course, resonates with genuine flavor and texture. The culinary team focuses on traditional preparation methods while allowing for subtle, modern interpretations that keep the offerings exciting and relevant to today's diner. Whether you are a connoisseur of fine Italian wine or simply looking for perfectly prepared pasta, Cipresso aims to deliver an unforgettable gastronomic journey.
Exploring the offerings at Cipresso reveals a menu thoughtfully curated to showcase the breadth and depth of Italian regional cooking. Patrons can anticipate house-made pasta, expertly grilled seafood and meats, and decadent desserts that provide the perfect conclusion to the meal. The service complements the cuisine, characterized by attentive, knowledgeable staff who guide guests through the menu and wine list with genuine enthusiasm. This seamless integration of environment, service, and food quality establishes Cipresso as a significant culinary landmark in the Tampa Bay area.
Key Highlights of the Cipresso Dining Experience
Authentic Italian Craftsmanship: Cipresso places a strong emphasis on traditional Italian cooking techniques. This dedication is evident in their preparation of signature dishes, often involving slow cooking, careful layering of flavors, and the meticulous crafting of fresh pasta in-house daily. This commitment to authenticity ensures a dining experience that honors the heritage of Italian gastronomy.
Sophisticated Ambiance within a Dynamic Setting: Situated within the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, Cipresso successfully carves out an intimate and refined dining space separate from the casino floor’s energy. The interior design often reflects classic Italian elegance, providing a tranquil, upscale environment perfect for focused conversation and savoring the meal, contrasting beautifully with the surrounding excitement.
Curated Wine Selection: Recognizing that wine is integral to the Italian dining experience, Cipresso features an extensive and thoughtfully curated wine list. This selection spans renowned Italian regions, offering both established classics and exciting new discoveries, ensuring there is an ideal pairing for every dish on the menu, from robust reds to crisp whites.
Focus on Fresh, Quality Ingredients: The kitchen prioritizes the quality of its components. This means utilizing premium cuts of meat, the freshest seasonal produce available, and high-grade imported Italian components necessary for true flavor profiles. This ingredient-forward approach is the bedrock of their consistently high-quality output.
Cipresso at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa represents a commitment to elevated Italian dining in a premier entertainment destination. It successfully marries the excitement of its location with the serene, flavorful world of authentic Italian cuisine. For those seeking a memorable meal characterized by quality ingredients, expert preparation, and polished service, Cipresso stands ready to welcome guests to its tables.
The restaurant serves as a testament to the fact that fine dining can thrive alongside high-energy entertainment, offering a necessary pause for culinary appreciation. Whether you are a local resident exploring Tampa’s diverse food scene or a visitor enjoying the amenities of the Hard Rock complex, a visit to Cipresso promises an experience steeped in Italian tradition and contemporary refinement. It remains a distinguished choice for anyone desiring exceptional Italian food in the heart of Tampa.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Popular for
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Late-night food
Small plates
Spirits
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Plenty of parking
Valet parking
Menus
Photos
Reviews Cipresso In Seminole Hard Rock Tampa
Nicole Montemaro
05-11-2025
We went for a family dinner as a party of 6. We were fortunate enough to have 2 servers as one was training the other, we were his very first table, he did exceptional. The entire way there we heard about how good the chicken marsala is, and it was. 3 of us got it, 2 steaks and 1 filet. Mussels, homemade pasta, Brussels sprouts, antipasta, salads, oh sweet baby Jesus, THE BREAD. I know I should be focused on so many other things, but that was the best bread & garlic butter I've had in my 41 years on this planet. Everyone should go here and eat the bread, at the very least. Trust me...
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservations recommended
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Wait time
No wait
Shaquonda Brown
19-10-2025
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!!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Taylor Gerecht
15-10-2025
Was visiting family in Florida.
Stopped by this restaurant in the casino, took us by surprise.
Our reservation for council oaks was canceled so in a last ditch effort we showed up without reservation- they sat us at the bar. At the bar we were swiftly greeted by Juan (goes by John).
He makes this restaurant 10x better, his demeanor is hilarious and welcoming, makes everyone at the bar laugh and talk.
The bread for starter and the steak are delicious, cooked perfectly.
You can get this same kind of food somewhere cheaper but I’d say it was worth it! (The smell of cigarettes is inevitable though)
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Reservation
Reservations recommended
Special events
Not sure
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area
Theewurl Prince
13-10-2025
Huge miss. The pasta in the Alfredo was cooked well but the sauce was lacking flavor. The mushrooms were good though. The meatballs weren’t seasoned and the garlic bread with them was cold and gross. The clam pasta was just plain nasty. The drinks were okay I’d try the other ones. Overall I wouldn’t pay half the price for this food.
My server was cool and laidback. Nice girl. The hosts were friendly and very welcoming. Host Brittney was the bright spot of our whole experience.
Alfredo pasta 5.5/10
Clam Pasta 1.5/10
Meatballs 4/10
Drinks 7.5/10
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 1
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservations not required
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking garage
Parking
Gotta walk through the casino
Lawrence Hughes
08-09-2025
Exceeded our expectations! On the first floor of the Casino (easy to find!) - the service was excellent and the menu selection was impressive. We opted for the Nonna's meatballs (wow!) and the Caprese Salad (Nice selection tomatoes (cherry, sliced, etc.) with abundant amounts of mozzarella. Wifey opted for the Bolognese Pasta which was some of the best we've had. No way you walk away hungry. Besides the excellent table service, the restaurant manager paid us a visit to ensure everything was just right. Would definitely go back on our next visit.
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Nannas Meatballs, Spaghetti Bolognese, Bread Service, Caprese Salad
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Leslie Powell
03-08-2025
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!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$100+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Anthony Boop
03-05-2025
The food was very good but very pricey for what you get. The pizza was more bread then anything else. We sat at the bar and John waited on us. He was the best part of the meal with his charismatic personality and conversation. Would go back just to sit and drink to talk with him.
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservations recommended
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area
RL MRLS
24-04-2025
While staying at the Hard Rock Hotel in Tampa we decided to go and try Cipresso. Don’t know why all the fuss about this restaurant, it was decent but not enough for the price you pay. Fried calamari was ok but the fried batter was falling apart which I don’t appreciate, Ossobuco did not have a lot of flavor, did not enjoyed it, Filet Mignon was good, tender and the seasoning was nice to the palate, the best we had was the brussel sprouts side dish and can’t complain about the Ribeye steak. The best part was the service, our waitress was attentive and helpful.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Valet, Free parking garage
Dan Dowling
24-02-2025
Expectations of an excellent meal in a casino setting were not extremely high, but Cipresso put out some solid, well prepared, Italian food.
The nonna's meatballs were the perfect texture, but did have a slight fennel/anise seed flavor suggesting the use of Italian sausage. Not a preference here, as I'd like Italian sausage to taste like fennel, and the meatballs to taste like...well, meatballs. But to each their own.
The chicken marsala was prepared just fine. It was tasty. Nothing you're going to buy a postcard over, but adequate. Was happy with the meal overall.
Our server was excellent.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Nannas Meatballs, Brussels Sprouts
Shawn Brown
26-01-2025
Our waiter Leo was cool and knowledgeable about the menu and everything. Our host Kristin is so nice and friendly. Give them both a complimentary best meal you have and a raise. They deserve it. We’ll come back again and I recommend eating here the food was delicious.
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people, 9+ people
Reviews Cipresso In Seminole Hard Rock Tampa