Boulon Brasserie and Bakery - Tampa, Florida

Nicole Tarsan

4.2 stars. Boulon is beautiful, modern restaurant with a fancy, expansive bar. Table was not ready at reservation time and waited ~20 minutes on Sunday night. The bartender was attentive and accommodating. Very high end. Once we moved to the table, the level of service declined. We ordered several courses, all timed appropriately. The food was picturesque, just not sure we ordered all of the best items. Nice place for a fancy night out and/or celebration.

Danette Barnett

Wonderful service, Martha was so amazing! Attentive, kind and provided great recommendations. Food and drinks were excellent!! Atmosphere and live music on a Sunday afternoon for brunch were 10/10. All around, fantastic experience. We will be back!

Sequoyah V

Everything was chef kiss ?! We got the scallop risotto and the rigatoni with steak. Both dishes were tasty!! Soo flavorful! The rigatoni JUST WOW.
Mussels were also very flavorful!!

The drinks were great, and the service was amazing. Our waitress was great help and answered all of our questions.

Get the butter cake!

ManLion

First things first, the food here is absolutely excellent! French dishes that have that almost perfect balance of simplicity and elegance. Expertly prepared, cooked and showcased. The atmosphere is also very warm and welcoming, having this almost googie/parisian style aesthetic. It seems foreign, but not too foreign. The service was also top-notch. Our waiter was extremely attentive and very on point. I was very impressed to see the atmosphere, quality food as well as professional service l, all three, seemingly meshed together and simultaneously executed.

Tiffany DiPanni

Can not say enough great things about Boulon, its staff and the food! Thank you to Andrew and Jayden for making our experience exceptional! So good that we came back TWICE to experience it all! For lunch, the french dip and lobster bisque was to die for! Brunch was spectacular - french onion soup was one of the best we have ever had! The crab cake benedict was perfect - and those potato balls were delish! Burger was fantastic and even had gluten free buns! And don't skip dessert! It was over the top! Oh, and the espresso martinis - ON POINT! Absolutely highly recommend and will be back when we are in the area! Beautiful atmosphere, great large bar area - definitely make reservations if you can as it's a popular spot! Thank you for a great time!

James Adair

We had a delightful dinner for two at Boulon tonight, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere where being seen is just as important as savoring the chef's exquisite dishes. We kicked off our meal with the crab beignets, a delightful twist on a classic French Quarter crab cake. My partner chose the scallops over risotto, which I remember as a beautifully executed dish with perfectly seared scallops and a hint of yellow curry that added a unique flair. I opted for the snapper, which is supposedly the restaurant's most popular dish. Normally, I steer clear of crowd favorites, but I decided to take the general manager's recommendation and went for the almond snapper. I had no clue what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. It arrived beautifully seared and served atop a bed of haricots verts, with a decadent browned butter sauce that transported me back to my high school days when I first experienced the magic of browned butter. It truly elevated the dish to another level.

Now, onto dessert—I'm a bit of a bread pudding connoisseur, and I always order it to assess its quality. Boulon did not disappoint; their version was incredibly moist and rich, with caramelized bananas that added a delightful crunch thanks to the torching process. Their bourbon selection is impressive as well. As a collector, I've sampled most of what they offer, but there's something for every bourbon enthusiast on their menu. I found the prices surprisingly reasonable for such a high-end selection. I enjoyed a pour of Nulu toasted, followed by a Juice Cannon—perfect for a light buzz. Overall, I was thoroughly pleased with our experience and can't wait to explore more of the menu on our next visit.

Amaris D

Was on a work trip and stumbled upon this bakery for the breakfast. Staff were welcoming and friendly coffee was delicious and food was fresh and delicious. This was my breakfast spot during my work trip. Definitely will recommend and will have to come back to try lunch or dinner here.

The Seaglass Mermaid (D)

By far one of the best meals and experiences I’ve had in a long time. To start, the atmosphere was very comfortable yet elegant. The vibe was so fun from the music to the decor. Our server Kayla was incredible and personable. I would ask for her every time I return. To drink I had the juice cannon, a tequila based drink that also contained gin. It was so fruity and flavorful. We started with the charcuterie board, all of which was absolutely delicious. For dinner I had a Caesar salad with steak. The steak was cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth. It had a nice crisp on the outside and was and so tender. The salad had the best caesar dressing I’ve ever had, and even the croutons were so flavorful. I’d give this restaurant 10 stars if I could. You will not regret dining at Boulon.