The Sail Plaza

The Sail Plaza Waterside patio bar offering cocktails & bites in a chill, dog-friendly atmosphere outside the Tampa Convention Center.

Featuring Big Ray's Fish Camp Riverwalk, which serves award-winning seafood.

07/10/2026

Take a break from calorie counting at Big Ray’s 😆

Go ahead and get your cheat meal with a personal favorite, our parmesan fries... extra parm!

Happy National French Fry Day! 🍟

Video description: A vertical social media Reel shows a metal bowl being tossed to season crisp, golden french fries before quickly cutting to a massive, multi-dish food spread overlooking the sunny Tampa waterfront, accompanied by humorous text about ignoring daily calorie limits.

07/09/2026

Kick off your weekend on the Riverwalk with Friday lunch jams and keep it rolling through Saturday night with the tropical sounds of Romaine Lawrence on the steel drums! Enjoy free live music, cold drinks, & waterfront vibes for the whole family all weekend long. 🍹

Lineup:
🗓️ Friday, 7/10:
• Noon–4 PM: Stephen Perry
• 5 PM–9 PM: Arte Z
🗓️ Saturday, 7/11:
• 5 PM–9 PM: Romaine Lawrence
🗓️ Sunday, 7/12:
• Noon–4 PM: Joe Wood



Video Description:
A vertical social media Reel pans up from an outdoor patio to show a musician playing steel drums on a small stage at The Sail Plaza. He performs under a blue patio umbrella with a high-rise building behind him, while text at the bottom reads, “Live Music on Tampa’s Waterfront.”

07/06/2026

Perfect excuse to order tenders (again) … it’s National Fried Chicken Day! Serving up Big Ray’s tenders for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

The ultimate 4th of July weekend on the waterfront kicks off tomorrow! 🎆 Join us at The Sail Plaza for a full lineup of ...
07/03/2026

The ultimate 4th of July weekend on the waterfront kicks off tomorrow! 🎆 Join us at The Sail Plaza for a full lineup of free live music & front-row views for the Tampa Riverwalk boat parade and spectacular holiday fireworks Saturday night.

Live music lineup:
🗓️ Saturday, July 4:
• Noon–4 PM: Autumn June
• 5 PM–Midnight: Caribbean Experience
🗓️ Sunday, July 5:
Noon–4 PM: Peaches & Karim

Bring the whole crew, including kids and pups, because everyone is welcome!

Tomorrow’s the big day for the celebration of America’s 250th birthday! We’re feeling festive with our new lights in red...
07/03/2026

Tomorrow’s the big day for the celebration of America’s 250th birthday! We’re feeling festive with our new lights in red, white, and blue.

Come join us at The Sail Plaza outside Tampa Convention Center for all the festivities, hosted by Tampa Riverwalk.

Here are some tips for the big day! 🎇

Parking:
• Pam Iorio Parking Garage
• Tampa Convention Center Parking Garage
• Use street parking in Ybor, then hop on the free TECO Line Streetcar to Dick Greco Plaza Station (stop #10).

Don’t forget to pack sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and water to stay safe in the heat.

07/02/2026

Come early to pregame the 4th of July festivities this Saturday and get a good spot!
 
Viewing times:
🌊 5pm – Water Ski Show
🚤 7:15pm – Boat Parade
🎆 9pm – Fireworks

Thank you to the  for hosting this free event!

       

Video description: A vertical social media Reel cuts between quick shots of hands holding up vibrant, ice-cold cocktails in a festive “cheers” gesture on a beautiful, clear day at The Sail Plaza. The first shots feature a bright blue cocktail and a red cocktail being clinked together against a scenic backdrop of the river marina, docks, and a single palm tree, before transitioning to a shot of a red and a blue cocktail held up against a brightly colored, floral painted mural on a building wall. Red text overlaid across the screen reads, “If you think you can bribe me with cocktails at The Sail for 4th of July…”, which quickly changes to “You absolutely can 🥰” as the video shows a final, close-up view of the blue drink held up against the bustling downtown waterfront.

The world’s game is bringing Tampa together! Join us this Friday, July 3rd, at The Sail Plaza for a FREE FIFA World Cup ...
07/02/2026

The world’s game is bringing Tampa together! Join us this Friday, July 3rd, at The Sail Plaza for a FREE FIFA World Cup Watch Party as Cape Verde takes on Argentina.

🗓️ Friday, July 3 | 4:00 PM (kickoff at 6:00 PM)
📍 The Sail Plaza (333 N. Franklin St., outside the Tampa Convention Center)
🍹 Drinks for purchase including specialty cocktails: Pineapple Vodka Strawberry Lemonade & Blueberry Margarita
🍔 Food from Big Ray’s Fish Camp for purchase

The whole family is invited (including children and dogs) to join the fun on the waterfront!

06/29/2026

Who else is ready for the holiday weekend already? 🤚
 
Join us Saturday for the best seat in the house for the 4th of July Tampa Riverwalk Boat Parade and Fireworks! It all starts at 5pm with a Water Ski Show.
 
Even better, it’s all free! Bring the whole family out.

       
 
Video description: A vertical social media Reel quickly flashes through a collage of vibrant scenes at The Sail Plaza, showing patrons dining outdoors, palm trees under a bright blue sky, wide concrete steps leading up to an event space, and a close-up of a souvenir cup shaped like a palm tree. The video transitions to energetic close-up cuts of colorful cocktails being prepared and served, including a hand squeezing a lime wedge over a pink drink, blue syrup swirling into an iced beverage, and a bartender garnishing a purple cocktail with a maraschino cherry. Blue text overlay reads, “Physically at work, mentally checked out and ready for 4th of July at The Sail,” as additional shots show a classic red and blue cocktail toasted together in a “cheers” gesture against the scenic river marina and a lineup of fresh, chilled specialty sips sitting along an outdoor bar counter.

06/26/2026

That’s more like it 😎

Stop by Big Ray’s Fish Camp on the Riverwalk for lunch or dinner! Serving 7 days a week.



A vertical social media Reel begins with a view of an empty dark-grey outdoor patio table and chairs, with white text overlay reading, “Wait let me wipe my camera...”. The screen transitions to a solid, blurry red frame before cutting back to a blurry shot captioned, “Much better ✨”, which quickly snaps into sharp focus to reveal a large food spread on the table. The camera pans closely over the meal, showcasing several brown paper baskets filled with seasoned french fries, a grouper sandwich, a grilled chicken or fish platter with pineapple and coleslaw, a fresh salad, and a variety of colorful iced drinks including pink, blue, purple, and yellow cocktails garnished with lemon and lime.

Address

333 S. Franklin Street
Tampa, FL
33602

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11pm
Friday 11am - 1am
Saturday 11am - 1am
Sunday 11am - 11pm

Telephone

+18132748954

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