The Rusty Pelican Restaurant is the premier location in Tampa and Pinellas for elegant atomosphere, enchanting food, and special banquets. Events including Corporate Dinners and Meetings, festive parties, and Weddings. Here at The Rusty Pelican, we feature breathtaking views and picturesque backdrops for memorable events. Located just off the Courtney Campbell Causway in the Rocky Point District of Tampa, The Rusty Pelican is easily accessable for everyone in all surrounding areas of Tampa. From Oceanside Gazebo ceremonies to various size rooms that can accommodate 30 to 300 people. We have a variety of menus to fit many needs and enhancements to offer more elegance.

A true gem, The Rusty Pelican has maintained a landmark reputation in the Tampa Bay area for the past 24 years. Stunning and sophisticated with four beckoning warm fireplaces, guests can gaze at the bay and listen to the soothing sound of waves lapping at the pier below. Recent honors include a nomination for “the best view”, with an incredible panorama of Tampa Bay and the lights underneath the restaurant that illuminate the bay’s marine life you won’t find a more relaxing place to dine.

The Rusty Pelican offers both casual yet elegant dining and extraordinary full service banquet facilities. It doesn’t matter whether you’re having an intimate dinner for two prepared tableside in the restaurant or attending a grand event in one of the private rooms, both offer spectacular views of Old Tampa Bay and its amazing sunsets.