ARMATURE WORKS “Tampa Heights” Neighborhood

From a Maintenance Barn to a Foodie Destination

Dating back to 1910, Armature Works was once known as Tampa Electric Streetcar warehouse.  It was previously used as a maintenance barn for TECO streetcars and trolleys and has now gone through a modern restoration. You need to see it!

Today, Armature Works is a mixed-use commercial building that has brought life into the historic Tampa Heights neighborhood.  The building’s extensive renovation project is focused on keeping the historical feel of this Tampa landmark.  Now you will see original features such as exposed brick walls, skylights, original windows and hardwood floors.  

This 73,000-square foot commercial space is located just north of downtown Tampa on the Hillsborough River.  This premier community destination consists of multiple event spaces, Heights Public Market, Bay 3 co-working space, M. Bird Rooftop Lounge as well as two signature restaurants Steelbach, and Oak and Ola.

Social Atmosphere with lots of food options

The Heights Public Market is a foodie’s dream with an abundant selection of vendors to choose from. This space serves woodfire pizza, bento boxes, southern specialties like mac and cheese, Empanadas, American comfort food, Mediterranean, Cuban, Mexican, and Japanese.  

The Market is more than just a food hall.  It is a space for locals and visitors to congregate, to work, socialize and enjoy life.  The 22,000 sq-ft industrial market features an open floor plan with communal seating surrounded by restaurants showcasing the top chefs in the Bay Area.  

The Public Market also hosts a “Show and Tell” workshop with different events such as cooking classes, wine tastings, and pop-up dinners.  

Get to the Top for Panoramic Views

M. Bird Rooftop Lounge is a stunning rooftop space perched above historic Armature Works.  This sophisticated, deco-inspired lounge offers waterfront views of the Hillsborough River and Tampa’s growing cityscape.  It is the ideal spot to grab a cocktail, share a small plate, and to soak up the sunset views.  

Steelbach is one of two full-service restaurants at Armature Works.   It is a Southern-inspired Kitchen and chophouse offering creative food paired with a timeless style.  Steelback partners with Florida’s top producers to deliver grass-fed beef and a variety of handpicked flavors to every dish.  

Oak and Ola is the second full service restaurant at Armature Works.  The food and drinks are thoughtfully sourced, handcrafted, and change seasonally.  The menu relies heavily on wood-fire ovens and casts for a wide arrangement of European flavors.  Keep an eye out for the bregenwurst with caraway-pickled cabbage and apple chutney! Oh yum…

Plenty of Event Venues

There are also several event spaces within Armature Works.  It can host big events including a banquet or a wedding.  The “Gathering” offers over 10,000 sq-ft and the ability to seat up to 700 guests.  It is the largest multifunctional space available at Armature Works.  The “Theater” is a beautifully renovated space that has more than 2500 sq.- ft. and can host events up to 150 guests.  It overlooks the Hillsborough River and Downtown Tampa.   

Armature is not just about food

Armature works is such a great place for people to gather and connect as they have several group events that meet there.  There is a book club, run club, yoga, career connections, live music, games, and even a sunset stand-up paddleboard happy hour (Urban Kai has on site rentals for Stand Up Paddleboard).  Check out their events calendar page! 

How to visit Armature Works

Armature works is located at 1910 North Ola Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33602.  The Heights Public Market is open Monday-Thursday 7:30am-10pm, Friday 7:30am-12am, Saturday 8am-12am, and Sunday 9am-9pm.  

There are several areas to park around Armature works as well as several ways to get there.  You can arrive by car, bike, or by boat as they have several docking options!  

Make sure you visit Armature Works…….it brings life, excitement, and community to Tampa’s Downtown Riverfront! Have some fun!!

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