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About Skippers Smokehouse

Skippers Smokehouse is a storied Tampa venue that blends a casual oyster bar, hearty Southern-influenced dining, and a vibrant live music scene. Located at 910 Skipper Rd., Tampa, FL 33613, this venue sits under century-old live oaks and features the Skipperdome outdoor stage for intimate, open-air performances. With a capacity of about 800, Skippers offers a approachable, unpretentious setting for blues, roots, and rock acts that have drawn national attention for decades.

Whether you’re stopping by for a casual bite, catching a show on the outdoor stage, or enjoying a night of roots music, Skippers Smokehouse is your go-to spot in north Tampa. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining so you can secure your seats with ease.

Skippers Smokehouse remains a cornerstone of Tampa’s live-music landscape, reopening after the pandemic and continuing to host legendary blues and roots performers. The venue’s flexible seating—benches, chairs, picnic tables, and a dedicated outdoor Skipperdome seating layout—keeps things relaxed and accessible. For those traveling from afar, nearby transit options and a variety of lodging and dining partners help simplify your visit. If you’re planning an evening here, consider coordinating with our affiliate partners for convenient hotel stays or dining recommendations before or after the show.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 910 Skipper Rd., Tampa, FL 33613
  • Venue type: restaurant, oyster bar, and live music venue with an outdoor Skipperdome stage under century-old live oaks
  • Capacity: about 800 (historically listed by multiple sources)
  • Seating: benches, chairs, and picnic tables (no formal seating chart); Skipperdome provides an outdoor seating layout
  • Parking: on-site parking available (plus nearby lots; see venue guidance)
  • Transit: served by multiple HART bus lines near Cass St/Tampa St; Moovit lists lines 1, 100, 30, 5, 9 nearby
  • Nearby hotels: hotels exist within the nearby 33613 area; see local hotel listings for proximity
  • Notable events: hosted blues and roots legends (e.g., Buddy Guy, Albert King; Vince McGilvra & John Mayall), and has been cited in coverage of famous acts and national features
  • Renamed/demolished: not demolished or renamed; reopened after pandemic, and as of 2026 partners with Straz Center for Performing Arts