Another hidden gem in Seminole Heights! I stumbled across this place looking for an afternoon sushi fix, as most sushi bars don't open until 4 or 5pm. Upon pulling into the parking lot and looking at the building, I immediately admired the outdoor seating and decor. It is definitely a cute little outside area to bring family and friends to (humans and animals alike!) Once you enter you will notice the ambiance and wall decor that ties in very well. It feels very homey and inviting. There is an awesome poster of Bruce Lee, old black and white photos, and a collection of rare wine bottles and beers on display. All of this is set to fantastic music such as Pink Floyd to make it all just sort of click. You walk in and just feel like you stepped into an awesome niche in time. Then you look at the menu... And boy oh boy. The choices are all fantastic. Each item is well described, even more fairly priced, and taste incredibly fresh and flavorful beyond comprehension. As I type this my mouth is just like "wow" as I delve into each bite of the Tuna and seaweed salad! The staff are some of the friendliest people I've met and a big draw to me coming back again and again. Angie is a real treat to converse with, she knows her beers and food. All of her recommendations are superb. The two chefs I have had the pleasure to meet personally offered their specials to me and you can tell that their hearts went into the creation of the dishes. I wish I remember their names but they are phenomenal individuals. Don't pass up on this gem folks, treat yourself and stop by the Old Heights Bistro.
(5)
Annette S.
This place was an awesome surprise! There was an awesome range of food - sushi and New American - prices were good and the food was better...and there's only 7 tables so you need to get there...it's better than good. The sushi chef and the head chef both came out to say hello and check on the food. It's another place in the Heights to hit for sure.
(5)
Kelly R.
The atmosphere, sushi, and service were great. Thanks for a wonderful first time experience. Love the heights roll!
(5)
Brian F.
We were invited to lunch by a local friend who is a realtor in Seminole Heights and he frequents the establishment often. I believe that it used to be Reservations to Go. It is a small restaurant with a nice menu that also included sushi! I ordered the burger with a large side of pasta and my lunch mates had a po-boy and the meatball sub. The food was fantastic. The burger was so flavorful and I had it medium well with Swiss cheese, pickle, lettuce, tomato and onion. Delicious!!!! The pasta salad is also delightful. Cooked al dente with black olives, sun dried tomato and basil- yummy. The po-boy and the meatball sub was also delicious according to my guests. The service was lovely and speedy as well. We finished lunch off with a slice of carrot cake which I have to say- is to die for. Excellent lunch experience and just another great eating establishment in Seminole Heights!!!
(4)
Brett N.
Why 5 stars? Because it's another adorable restaurant in the Heights. --- --- --- Oh, and also Why 5 Stars? Because that freaking burger. --- --- --- Old Heights deserved two intro lines. A first for me! The restaurant is as cute as they come, and the burger had to squeeze through the pearly gates of heaven to reach my plate. I'm going to make a bold statement: this is possibly the best burger in Tampa Bay. There are quite a few fine burgers in TB, but I can't think of one that I enjoyed more than the gem from Old Heights Bistro. The patty is as thick as they come, but perfectly cooked and seasoned. You can keep it simple with just the basic fixin's, or add in a bunch of extras for a nominal fee on each item. I went with quite a few of the extras, which made this one heckuva messy experience. But I find that, for the most part, the messier = the tastier. In this case, it was incredibly messy. I'm not sure if this is the same ownership that Reservations to Go, but regardless, I'm in love. The rest of the menu looks great, but even if it's all a mirage, the burger alone makes this a must-visit and an easy 5-stars.
(5)
Katy S.
I was always a fan of the prior restaurant that was in the same spot as Old Heights Bistro. I was happy to see the same waitress working when I came in for dinner on a Friday night! This is a small restaurant. I would recommend getting reservations if you have more than 2 people in your party just in case it is crowded. Their dinner menu consists of fancy bistro dishes (steaks, scallops, salmon..etc) and sushi. The lunch menu has sandwiches, salads, and soups. We ordered some craft beers and wines for the table and they have a nice selection. We started with the escargot bread pudding, which was LEGIT! I had the filet mignon for my meal and it was very very nice. One of my dining companions got the sushi and said it was very good - I will likely try this on my next visit as I'm excited to have great sushi in the Heights! The service was great and I over all liked it. I will be back!
(4)
Kim B.
Another cool SH joint! It's very small, best to make reservations. We started with the Amish bacon and the cheese plate. The bacon was like pork belly. Very flavorful. We had to ask what the cheeses were. The presentation was nice and the toast points were good. Nothing special about the cheese though. I had the risotto and was disappointed. It was bland. Definitely needed something. The others loved their meals. Shrimp scampi, filet, and the sashimi plate. The sashimi looked amazing! Big chunks of tuna, salmon, eel, scallops. They had 7 craft beers on the board but we're out of 4 of them! Including both IPAs. They serve lunch during the week and it sounds good. They also have a full sushi menu. I will be back! Just not for the risotto.
The place is awesome but the server has no clue, she was overwhelmed and we could tell she was happy to see us go. Without that server this place would be a truly nice hipster restaurant. The food was incredible, everything was very fresh, they grow their herbs in the backyard.
(3)
Lil Miss S.
Fannnntastic food. Ready to go back right now. They are a small place in Seminole Heights that doesn't look like much as you walk in, but when you taste the food, oh, oh yes. The chef trained in major hotels in Miami and worked under some big names at the W, the Viceroy, and the Standard. Great service, prices, and like I said, the menu. Do yourself a favor and get in there ASAP.
(5)
Marlo T.
Don't let the outside fool you. OH Bistro does not disappoint. Creative and delicious salads and sandwiches for lunch; small plates, sushi, and traditional (but interesting) American fare for dinner. I had the sushi tonight and am so glad Seminole Heights finally has a sushi bar! Tip: they will make any roll you want.
(5)
Clark S.
Unbelievable food and service. Sushi chef made rolls to order. I've never had a restaurant that attentive. We had pork belly to finish the night off. Amazing and one of the best restaurants in the area.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Cameron J.
Another hidden gem in Seminole Heights! I stumbled across this place looking for an afternoon sushi fix, as most sushi bars don't open until 4 or 5pm. Upon pulling into the parking lot and looking at the building, I immediately admired the outdoor seating and decor. It is definitely a cute little outside area to bring family and friends to (humans and animals alike!) Once you enter you will notice the ambiance and wall decor that ties in very well. It feels very homey and inviting. There is an awesome poster of Bruce Lee, old black and white photos, and a collection of rare wine bottles and beers on display. All of this is set to fantastic music such as Pink Floyd to make it all just sort of click. You walk in and just feel like you stepped into an awesome niche in time. Then you look at the menu... And boy oh boy. The choices are all fantastic. Each item is well described, even more fairly priced, and taste incredibly fresh and flavorful beyond comprehension. As I type this my mouth is just like "wow" as I delve into each bite of the Tuna and seaweed salad! The staff are some of the friendliest people I've met and a big draw to me coming back again and again. Angie is a real treat to converse with, she knows her beers and food. All of her recommendations are superb. The two chefs I have had the pleasure to meet personally offered their specials to me and you can tell that their hearts went into the creation of the dishes. I wish I remember their names but they are phenomenal individuals. Don't pass up on this gem folks, treat yourself and stop by the Old Heights Bistro.
(5)Annette S.
This place was an awesome surprise! There was an awesome range of food - sushi and New American - prices were good and the food was better...and there's only 7 tables so you need to get there...it's better than good. The sushi chef and the head chef both came out to say hello and check on the food. It's another place in the Heights to hit for sure.
(5)Kelly R.
The atmosphere, sushi, and service were great. Thanks for a wonderful first time experience. Love the heights roll!
(5)Brian F.
We were invited to lunch by a local friend who is a realtor in Seminole Heights and he frequents the establishment often. I believe that it used to be Reservations to Go. It is a small restaurant with a nice menu that also included sushi! I ordered the burger with a large side of pasta and my lunch mates had a po-boy and the meatball sub. The food was fantastic. The burger was so flavorful and I had it medium well with Swiss cheese, pickle, lettuce, tomato and onion. Delicious!!!! The pasta salad is also delightful. Cooked al dente with black olives, sun dried tomato and basil- yummy. The po-boy and the meatball sub was also delicious according to my guests. The service was lovely and speedy as well. We finished lunch off with a slice of carrot cake which I have to say- is to die for. Excellent lunch experience and just another great eating establishment in Seminole Heights!!!
(4)Brett N.
Why 5 stars? Because it's another adorable restaurant in the Heights. --- --- --- Oh, and also Why 5 Stars? Because that freaking burger. --- --- --- Old Heights deserved two intro lines. A first for me! The restaurant is as cute as they come, and the burger had to squeeze through the pearly gates of heaven to reach my plate. I'm going to make a bold statement: this is possibly the best burger in Tampa Bay. There are quite a few fine burgers in TB, but I can't think of one that I enjoyed more than the gem from Old Heights Bistro. The patty is as thick as they come, but perfectly cooked and seasoned. You can keep it simple with just the basic fixin's, or add in a bunch of extras for a nominal fee on each item. I went with quite a few of the extras, which made this one heckuva messy experience. But I find that, for the most part, the messier = the tastier. In this case, it was incredibly messy. I'm not sure if this is the same ownership that Reservations to Go, but regardless, I'm in love. The rest of the menu looks great, but even if it's all a mirage, the burger alone makes this a must-visit and an easy 5-stars.
(5)Katy S.
I was always a fan of the prior restaurant that was in the same spot as Old Heights Bistro. I was happy to see the same waitress working when I came in for dinner on a Friday night! This is a small restaurant. I would recommend getting reservations if you have more than 2 people in your party just in case it is crowded. Their dinner menu consists of fancy bistro dishes (steaks, scallops, salmon..etc) and sushi. The lunch menu has sandwiches, salads, and soups. We ordered some craft beers and wines for the table and they have a nice selection. We started with the escargot bread pudding, which was LEGIT! I had the filet mignon for my meal and it was very very nice. One of my dining companions got the sushi and said it was very good - I will likely try this on my next visit as I'm excited to have great sushi in the Heights! The service was great and I over all liked it. I will be back!
(4)Kim B.
Another cool SH joint! It's very small, best to make reservations. We started with the Amish bacon and the cheese plate. The bacon was like pork belly. Very flavorful. We had to ask what the cheeses were. The presentation was nice and the toast points were good. Nothing special about the cheese though. I had the risotto and was disappointed. It was bland. Definitely needed something. The others loved their meals. Shrimp scampi, filet, and the sashimi plate. The sashimi looked amazing! Big chunks of tuna, salmon, eel, scallops. They had 7 craft beers on the board but we're out of 4 of them! Including both IPAs. They serve lunch during the week and it sounds good. They also have a full sushi menu. I will be back! Just not for the risotto.
(3)Cuban B.
Great Ambiance, friendly staff, and fantastic food. Me and my girl showed up at the dinner rush, which was about 12 people but considering the size the place was slammed. We ordered the Tampa chicken, Tampa steak and heights sushi rolls. The food took a little while to come out but I blame that on the amount of guests in the restaurant and the pace at which they came in, being that I come from this industry I understand how that could be difficult to time manage additionally this is higher quality food that generally takes longer anyway. The sushi was delicious and different, instead of traditional the Tampa sushi rolls come with steak or chicken sautéed mushrooms and onions. It paired well with the soy. The heights roll had a sweet and savory taste to it presented beautifully. I highly recommend this place don't be intimidated by the area make the trip.
(5)Yohanis C.
The place is awesome but the server has no clue, she was overwhelmed and we could tell she was happy to see us go. Without that server this place would be a truly nice hipster restaurant. The food was incredible, everything was very fresh, they grow their herbs in the backyard.
(3)Lil Miss S.
Fannnntastic food. Ready to go back right now. They are a small place in Seminole Heights that doesn't look like much as you walk in, but when you taste the food, oh, oh yes. The chef trained in major hotels in Miami and worked under some big names at the W, the Viceroy, and the Standard. Great service, prices, and like I said, the menu. Do yourself a favor and get in there ASAP.
(5)Marlo T.
Don't let the outside fool you. OH Bistro does not disappoint. Creative and delicious salads and sandwiches for lunch; small plates, sushi, and traditional (but interesting) American fare for dinner. I had the sushi tonight and am so glad Seminole Heights finally has a sushi bar! Tip: they will make any roll you want.
(5)Clark S.
Unbelievable food and service. Sushi chef made rolls to order. I've never had a restaurant that attentive. We had pork belly to finish the night off. Amazing and one of the best restaurants in the area.
(5)Lindsay C.
Just ate here. First time. Yummy! Amish bacon mmm. Scallops with sides. Shrimp with linguine was to die for. Chocolate cake with peanut butter to much. So good and moist!! Me and fiancé loved it. Will be back.
(5)