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Besito Experience - Besito Mexican - Tampa, Tampa, FL
Besito Mexican - Tampa, Tampa, FL
Besito Mexican - Tampa, Tampa, FL
Besito Mexican - Tampa, Tampa, FL
Besito Mexican - Tampa, Tampa, FL

Besito Mexican - Tampa

4.5
4.5
2083 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
Besito, translated as little kiss, strives to delight guests with the warmth of a private hacienda offering thoughtful details and cuisine. Besito was rated “excellent” by the New York Times with its dramatic eucalyptus-beamed ceiling that embraces all the flavors and festivity of Mexican cuisine. Enjoy fresh, table-side guacamole and over 125 tequilas all straight from Mexico. Visit us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Vegetarian / Vegan, Traditional Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 287-4800
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Joe Mugenski
  • Catering
    Mexican food are waiting for you and your events!! <br />contact us:<br />catering@besitotampa.com
  • Private party facilities
    Three beautiful private rooms available for you!! Come and enjoy a unique Mexican Experience. Contact us !!catering@besitotampa.com
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Cross street
    Westshore & Kennedy
  • Parking details
    Located at the Westshore Plaza ample parking is available inclusive of Curbside Valet parking.You can also park at the Garage in front of the restaurant .
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • DOUBLE M MONDAY

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Mon - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM,Tue - Wed - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:15 PM - 8:45 PM,Thu - 3:15 PM - 8:45 PM
    A double M Monday its one of our new daily specials ! Margaritas and Mojitos just for $6. we'll be waiting for you :)

    DOUBLE M MONDAY Photo
  • HAPPY HOUR AT BESITO

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Mon - 3:15 PM - 8:45 PM,Thu - Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    Create memorable experiences with your family, friends and join us for our happy hour with delicious cocktails and amazing authentic Mexican food.

    HAPPY HOUR AT BESITO Photo
  • LATIN NIGHT !

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 3:15 PM - 8:45 PM
    Come and enjoy with us a unique experience ... Latin Night is Sabor & Fiesta!. live music, Dj, Margaritas and more.. don't miss this opportunity an have a great time !! We'll be waiting for you!

    LATIN NIGHT ! Photo

What 2,083 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

2,082 Reviews
  1. TimG

    Charleston

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and staff. The tres salsas, ceviche, veggie tacos and guacamole were all very good. Great selection of mixed drinks.

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  2. CathyB

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our dinner so much that we were already planning future visits before we even finished our meal. Big shout out to Phillipe, our server!

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  3. LarryB

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We haven't been to Besito's for quite a while. When they changed their menu earlier in the year and started charging for chips, I didn't think they stood out enough overall to begin paying for something you can get for free elsewhere. We decided to try again, and it was ok. Really nothing special and somewhat pricey for what you get. We'll go back again, but it is 3rd or 4th on our list these days.

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  4. MelP

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great fare, don’t necessarily love the newer price structure or the many menu restrictions (compared to the Besito of a few years back). Wish they would offer flautas as an entree (not just appetizer).

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  5. FirstTimer

    Tampa

    15 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Very disappointed, started with the service. Server rushed us, right after we received our appetizer, our meal came. The meal, better yet, the plate was hot but food was not. Guess they didn’t time the microwave properly. We love Mexican food but this was almost inedible. This was our last time we will eat there

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Best Mexican food I have ever had! Very authentic food

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  7. BeachBoy

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Try the nachos entree-- it will serve many! Nice atmosphere, lively, reasonable prices.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place the food ambiance and Friendly service is great!

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  9. Jm32

    Tampa

    30 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    It was the worst Mexican food I've had. The chicken enchiladas and chile relleno had no flavor. The queso appertizer was okay, as was the grilled steak salad. The service was minimal at best.

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  10. Anne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was so good. The restaurant is a little loud at times which made conversation a little bit difficult, but it was so worth it because the food and drinks were incredible!

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  11. ErnestoC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Sat outside for dinner under the patio lights.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Mexican review: the restaurant had a lovely ambient and the staff were tentative. There was a group of 7 of us and we ordered a mixture of food from the menu, all which was really nicely presented and cooked. Amazing nachos too!

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  13. DianaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time here! Food and drinks were delicious! I highly recommend the table side guacamole.

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  14. MiguelS

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Muy bonito lugar, el staff muy amable el servicio rápido ordenamos 6 platillos y aperitivos. Las quesabirria la carne súper salada, chicken tender el sabor a carne congelada los demás estaban ok. Pero disfrutamos el lugar.

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  15. foodie

    Orlando

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and presentation was absolutely phenomenal! Our server went over and above to make sure our dining service was top notch. We Will absolutely be making return visits! Alex our server was the best!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    La comida es excelente, muy buena atención y siempre tienen algo temático

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service from the moment I called for reservation and throughout our time at the restaurant. Food was delicious! We will definitely be back. Thank you.

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  18. OliverH

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The waitress and staff were very outgoing and helpful. It didn't seem too busy but at times the service was slow to take orders, ask for refills, etc. The music was TOO loud, even the waitress complained about that. The food was absolutely wonderful, we had no complaints about the food.

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  19. Freebird

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food! Beautiful patio!!!!! And great service

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  20. JasminaO

    Hawaii

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Nice hostess. Did was just okay but nice overall restaurant

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  21. DarlinaJ

    Tampa

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food was good but service was a little slow and waitress kept forgetting things. She was nice but seemed understaffed. Patio area is great!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The table side guacamole was so so good! My margarita was very strong and not watered down. Excellent dinner! Definitely will return :)

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  23. LizaM

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server George was amazing even though the system was down and they had to ring things the old fashioned way. We had the guac and chips, the iron skillet, Don Julio besito and passion fruit juice. Everything was delicious. The corn tortillas were fresh and fantastic! The guacamole was prepared right in front of us. The iron skillet had three meats cheese tomatoes and onions, very tasty! Thank you!

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  24. MissSLS

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was good, drinks were better. A little noisey overall.

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  25. DaselyR

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful place, really good service and the food was ok

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  26. MirandaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a fun experience. Went for a friend's birthday and they brought out a complementary piece of cake with a candle so we could sing happy birthday.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food, place and tequila! Went for Sunday Brunch and it was great, server was nice and attentive, food was delicious and price was perfect nothing out of this world.

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  28. Dutchman

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant. The server was knowledgeable and helpful with the menu and provided very responsive service throughout our meal. The restaurant was clean, neat and had the ambience expected of a Mexican Restaurant.... a restaurant that serves high quality food and has a good team to make customers feel welcome and enjoy their meal. Manager even stopped by our table to say hello and check our experience at the restaurant.

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  29. Deanoswa

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great experience. Food was very impressive. Service was good. Cool vibe.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great drinks. Awesome atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, amazing service, and a fun ambiance. I love dining at Besito’s.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was amazing. He was super attentive and friendly.

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  33. swfl

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and fun!!! I enjoyed the tableside guacamole.

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  34. Bwils

    Tampa

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. Highly recommend. Enjoyed my birthday celebration there.

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  35. Ivicruzin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All 5 meals came out really fast! Would definitely recommend.

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  36. BuddytheFoodguy

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    The food was a little slow coming out. There was a lot of dead time between visits from our server. The food was tasty, but the Mole that I had seemed sweet like they put a little sugar in it. My wife had the fish tacos and the Crema that they had on there she said it was very sweet.  The food was good certainly, but nothing exceptional  The restaurant itself is decorated very nicely, and the servers are very friendly, as was the manager 

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  37. Marcy

    West Palm Beach

    34 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Sorry but this was not a good fit for me. Server was very busy and never returned with my requested knife. I ordered the surf and turf skewers. 3 VERY small shrimp and 3 Large hunks of meat. Meat was well done on the edges bur inner near the skewer was almost raw. My companion had a “skillet” dinner that was very very salty. On the plus side drinks were spot on. Maybe a better place for fun and bar bites rather than dinners.

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  38. EdwardC

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time coming here, great atmosphere, drinks, and service both times. One of our favorite Mexican spots in the area.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    The waiter Oscar was not friendly at all, he rolled his eyes when we didn’t choose what he wanted us to choose. He didn’t check on us and didn’t come back to offer food. When we asked about the Sangria he told my friend that Mexicans don’t drink Sangria. I’ve been to Besito several times but this was ridiculous.

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  40. MKSW

    Tampa

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    My husband and I stopped by for lunch on Labor Day, it had been a while since we had been here and they always have had our favorite guac in town, made tableside to order. My husband had the chile rellenos, which were great, he kept raving about the sauce. I got the mixto tacos with flour tortillas, all of the proteins were delish and both portions were so big we had leftovers (which kept well!). I love that they give you tiny churros at the end of your meal, it's a nice touch.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Besito Mexican - Tampa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 287-4800.

Besito Mexican - Tampa is rated 4.5 stars by 2083 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Besito Mexican - Tampa

205 Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Westshore & Kennedy
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Vegetarian / Vegan, Traditional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Located at the Westshore Plaza ample parking is available inclusive of Curbside Valet parking.You can also park at the Garage in front of the restaurant .
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Mugenski
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (813) 287-4800
  • Catering
    Mexican food are waiting for you and your events!! <br />contact us:<br />catering@besitotampa.com
  • Private party facilities
    Three beautiful private rooms available for you!! Come and enjoy a unique Mexican Experience. Contact us !!catering@besitotampa.com
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