Food & drink · Restaurant · Channel District

Ash

Name: Ash
Address: 420 S Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
Telephone: (813) 221-9191
Rating: 4.5

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Ash is a Modern Italian restaurant in the Channel District, at 420 S Nebraska Ave in Tampa. The restaurant is known for house-made pasta and a kitchen that cooks with curiosity

The restaurant describes its style as "fancy, but approachable fancy," under Chef Ferrell Alvarez. Pasta is made in house, and ingredients are sourced close to home. The room is designed to feel like a relaxed but special night out, so it works well for a dinner with friends or a quiet date.

What to Expect at Ash Tampa

The menu is built around pasta and seasonal small plates. Lumache alla vodka, with guanciale and parmesan, is the signature pasta and the dish guests ask for most. Other pastas include Mafalde with cacio e pepe, black truffle and miso, and Strozzapreti with wagyu beef cheek and hazelnuts.

For starters, the menu includes focaccia with whipped ricotta, fried mozzarella with house marinara, and market crudo with pine nut crunch. Mains include Iberico pork presa, a ribeye tagliata, and grilled prawns scampi with garlic scapes and lemon. The restaurant also offers a Let Us Cook for You tasting menu per person, with an optional wine pairing per person.

Planning Your Visit: Hours and Contact

Ash is open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner. Hours can change, so call ahead to confirm before you visit. Reservations are recommended, though walk-ins are welcome. Happy hour runs from 5 to 7 every night, with wine, cocktails, spritzes and snacks during aperitivo hour.

You can call the restaurant at (813) 221-9191. The address is 420 S Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33602. The website is ashtampa.com, where you can find the full menu and private event details. Ash also hosts private events, including Chef's Table for four and full buyouts.

Tips Before You Go

If you're planning a night out, reserve a table ahead of time. Ash is a short walk from Benchmark International Arena, and the restaurant is a good option before a show at the Straz Center, according to the restaurant's site.

For dessert, try the marzipan sundae or the chocolate sorbet. The bar also offers an amaro flight, which lets you try three digestifs.

Frequently asked questions

What are Ash Tampa's hours?

Ash is open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner. Happy hour runs 5 to 7 every night. Hours can change, so call ahead to confirm.

Where is Ash Tampa located?

Ash is at 420 S Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33602, in the Channel District.

Does Ash Tampa take reservations?

Reservations are recommended. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Reviews

5.07 months agojimmyfx11592
We recently went to Ash to celebrate our anniversary. My boyfriend and I had the best time! The food was amazing and everything we’ve gotten was top notch. Our favorite item of the night was the chicken liver mousse. The staff was wonderful. Chef Ferrel came out and explain every dish to us. He was so kind, respectful, and you can tell he loves what he does. He should apply to go on Top Chef!!! Our waiter Sunny was so lovely and attentive. The waitstaff was great as well. Maria was amazing and kept checking on us. Overall the experience was lovely and I have nothing negative to say. We cannot wait to go again!
5.03 months agoAlli Mannix
I’m writing this review after multiple years of phenomenal meals, out of this world hospitality, and even friendship! We first came to ash for my birthday two years ago and since then it has been our go to establishment when we want to impress family and friends, enjoy food that NEVER misses, and feel like extended family of the staff. The food is not only intellectually impressive it’s cozy and delicious and that’s a hard balance to strike. We’re destination wedding photographers, we travel half the year to some of the countries most luxury towns and there’s no place like Ash Tampa! Get the chefs table once and life is never the same!
5.0a month agoLauren Gordon
Love love LOVE! We dined at Ash for our 5 year anniversary and had an amazing time! The food and drinks were absolutely delicious and unique. The restaurant vibes were warm, welcoming and fresh. We both did the “Let us cook for you” experience with the wine pairing and an upgrade with the ribeye tagliata and we’re beyond satisfied. Each dish brought out tasted amazing, was plated beautifully and paired so exceptionally well with the wine. Our server Sunny went above and beyond as well as every other staff member we interacted with! The hostesses were so sweet and accommodating to our late arrival due to bad weather and traffic. Overall such an amazing experience, do yourself a favor and go!
5.011 months agoVanja M
I literally can’t say enough good things about this amazing place. Everyone there is always in such a great mood. You can tell the owners/chef have a very close and great relationship with the staff. The food is absolutely amazing. I personally LOVE the sort of al la carte tasting menu if you will. I love exploring and finding new dishes that I’ve never tried before. I love that I have the opportunity to challenge my taste buds and Chef Alvarez does exactly just that. The service here is 5 star through and through. Thank you very much Ash.
5.06 months agoAnger Ink
Ash is a must-visit in Tampa, especially if you appreciate both great food and a personal touch. Every dish was creative, well-balanced, and beautifully presented—but what really made the night memorable was the attention we received from the chef. Taking the time to connect with guests and ensure everything is perfect adds a level of hospitality you don’t often see. It made the whole experience feel thoughtful and elevated. Fantastic food, warm service, and a chef who clearly cares—Ash absolutely delivers.