No Reservation needed for Café Rialto, a coffee and tea bar with Parisian vibes. This is the newest addition to the historic Rialto Theatre at 1617 N. Franklin St. in Tampa Heights.
Café Rialto sits alongside its sister concept, Tea at The Rialto, a reservation-only tearoom serving English Afternoon Tea, and the Rialto Theatre event space.
Together these concepts are reimagining the 101-year-old building as a multifaceted destination where guests can grab a coffee, enjoy a pastry, or dress up for afternoon tea all in one visit.
Customers generally enjoyed the food, noting it was fresh and tasty, although there were some complaints about specific items being cold or not prepared correctly.
Customer Service
Service quality was inconsistent; while some staff were praised for being friendly and helpful, others were reported as rude or indifferent.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as clean, with positive remarks about the overall hygiene and condition of the facility.
Coupon Issues
Several customers expressed frustration over the refusal to accept coupons and issues with online orders, leading to dissatisfaction.
Operational Hours
There were complaints about unclear operational hours and being turned away before closing time.