• About

    The Rusty Pelican is a waterfront banquet, dining & event facility with breathtaking views of Tampa Bay. Minutes from Tampa International Airport, Downtown Tampa & centrally located between Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco counties. We can accommodate groups of all sizes for corporate & social events.

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  • Amenities
    Dining / Nightlife
    Accommodations
    Venues
    Dining/Nightlife
    • Accept Reservations Yes icon
    • Average Price of Entree: $28
    • Brunch Yes icon
    • Cuisine: Seafood
    • Days/Hours of Operation: Mon: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
      Tue: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
      Wed: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
      Thu: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
      Fri: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm
      Sat: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm
      Sun: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm | 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
    • Dinner Yes icon
    • Full Facility Rental Available Yes icon
    • Lunch Yes icon
    • Major Credit Cards Accepted Yes icon
    • Number of Indoor Seats: 220
    • Private/Group Room Yes icon
    • Private/Group Room Capacity: 800
    • Style: Upscale Casual
    • Total Restaurant Capacity: 125
    Parking Facilities
    • Self Park Yes icon
    • Valet Parking Yes icon
    Venues
    • Inhouse Catering Yes icon
    • Internet Access in Meeting Rooms Yes icon
    • Largest Banquet Capacity: 320
    • Largest Classroom Capacity: 200
    • Largest Meeting Room Sq Ft: 3081
    • Largest Reception Capacity: 240
    • Largest Theatre Capacity: 350
    • Liquor License Yes icon
    • Number of Max Booths (8 x 10): 30
    • Total Capacity (Reception): 500
    • Total Number of Meeting Rooms: 5
    • Total Square Footage: 8892
    • Wheelchair Accessible Yes icon
    • Wireless Access in Meeting Rooms Yes icon
  • Meeting Facilities
    Facility Info
    Meeting Rooms
    Meeting Facility
    • Number of Rooms: 5
    • Total SqFt.: 8892
    • Largest Room: 3081
    • Theatre Capacity: 350
    • Banquet Capacity: 320
    • Classroom Capacity: 200
    • Reception Capacity: 240

    Escape to Florida's most beautiful tropical hideaway, right on the waters of Tampa Bay. Known for serving the freshest local seafood with exciting Caribbean flair, like the Key West Black Grouper and Crispy Whole Local Snapper, as well as classic Midwestern cuts of savory beef, the Rusty Pelican offers an unforgettable culinary experience. With friendly and experienced staff, the dedicated team at the Rusty Pelican will ensure that your experience at the Rusty Pelican is nothing but exceptional. Whether you’re celebrating a life milestone or planning a business event, we welcome you to Rusty Pelican Tampa. Our special events team is dedicated to making your next corporate event, wedding reception, social gathering, themed celebration or private party memorable. Let our expert event team design, coordinate and execute your occasion flawlessly.

    Grand Ballroom
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 3081
    • Width: 55
    • Length: 75
    • Booth Capacity: 30
    • Theater Capacity: 350
    • Classroom Capacity: 200
    • Banquet Capacity: 320
    • Reception Capacity: 240
    Pelican Ballroom
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 2000
    • Width: 40
    • Length: 50
    • Booth Capacity: 15
    • Theater Capacity: 160
    • Classroom Capacity: 100
    • Banquet Capacity: 150
    • Reception Capacity: 100
    Coral Room
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 1911
    • Width: 39
    • Length: 49
    • Booth Capacity: 15
    • Theater Capacity: 150
    • Classroom Capacity: 100
    • Banquet Capacity: 120
    • Reception Capacity: 100
    Tampa Room
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 1000
    • Width: 20
    • Length: 50
    • Booth Capacity: 10
    • Theater Capacity: 90
    • Classroom Capacity: 40
    • Banquet Capacity: 70
    • Reception Capacity: 50
    Bay Room
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 900
    • Width: 30
    • Length: 30
    • Theater Capacity: 60
    • Classroom Capacity: 25
    • Banquet Capacity: 50
    • Reception Capacity: 30