Make-A-Wish Come True & Rock Navy Blue

This month we wished for blue and that wish came true! During the month of August,  Hard Rock Tampa guests will have the chance to support Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida by rocking limited edition navy blue shades. Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. On average, a wish is granted every 37 minutes in the United

Celebrate Anniversary of Woodstock With Peace, Music & Groovy Fashion

The 46th anniversary of Woodstock is coming up in August and Hard Rock Cafe Tampa is going to celebrate the occasion with a funkadelic event – Peace of Woodstock – Friday, August 14. The Hard Rock Cafe will offer a special Woodstock-themed food and beverages throughout the day and there will be specials on  signature Woodstock Wine. Woodstock music and videos will be displayed throughout the event while tribute band,

Blackjack, Bikes & Babes: A Look Into the Hard Rock Girls $50,000 Invitational Blackjack Tournament

Article courtesy of 813 Area – Scott Conlon The Seminole Hard Rock Girls, in partnership with Harley-Davidson of Brandon and Hard Rock Energy, hosted a $50,000 Invitational Blackjack Tournament on Friday, July 24th at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa. The tournament was held inside the Hard Rock Cafe with a Harley-Davidson theme throughout the event.  Harley-Davidson bikes were on display for an up close look at some

5 Things You Need To Know About Paying It Forward This Weekend

(1) WHO ARE WE PAYING IT FORWARD TO? In support of the Ryan Nece Foundation, Hard Rock Cafe Tampa will pay it forward this weekend by hosting a fundraising event that is open to the public. The event features a charity slot tournament, red carpet ceremony, benefit concert and check presentation. (2) WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO? The power of giving event has entertainment for any guest. The slot

The Kitchen Is Heating Up With Chef Omar And He’s Bringing New Flavor To Hard Rock Tampa

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is introducing a new cook in the kitchen. Omar Torres, an award-winning chef will be heating up Tampa Bay with all new flavors. Chef Omar started his culinary career in 1993 at the Hard Rock Cafe in San Juan, Puerto Rico. We asked him how it feels to be back in the Hard Rock band and rocking in a new tropical state.

Wake Up With Rise Bakery: Introducing a Modern Twist on 24 Hour Dining

Here we grow again! Get excited because Rise Kitchen & Bakery is pulling an all-nighter. The restaurant is kicking off a new menu that is bigger and better than ever. Now that we’ve hit the menu jackpot, we’re taking a timeout for a kitchen makeover. The modern 24 hour twist is coming soon, but here are four things you need to know about our foodie changes: Rise Kitchen will be

What You Get When You Unite Cigar City Brewing with Council Oak Lounge

Author : Christine Annis What do you get when you unite Tampa’s acclaimed Cigar City Brewing with the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa‘s prestigious Council Oak Steaks & Seafood for one night? An absolutely unforgettable Cigar City Brewing Dinner experience! Council Oak Steaks & Seafood and Cigar City Brewing teamed up to create an innovative, beer-curated four-course extravaganza. Held in the Council Oak Lounge, diners were treated to a special

10 Things To Know About #TBAMF Rising Star Ben Pila

Today’s #MusicMonday spotlight is shining on Ben Pila.  This local musician was discovered by the Hard Rock Tampa during June’s Tampa Bay Acoustic Music Festival in the Hard Rock Cafe. Ben is an exceptionally talented classical guitarist with a Master’s from The Juilliard School and a Doctorate of Musical Arts from USC. He has performed extensively throughout the United States and is a regular performer at the September 11th Commemoration

Cigar City Brewing Pairing Dinner On Tap in Council Oak Lounge This Month

Cigar City Brewing is known for making beer they like to drink and toasting to those who choose to drink with them. This month, on July 16 a perfect brew is being bottled, for the perfect collaboration. Council Oak Lounge and Cigar City Brewing have partnered to create an untapped dinner curated and brewed to foodie perfection. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with a Cigar City Brewing-themed cocktail reception, followed