Frequently Asked Questions About Ro Hyde Park
Visiting Ro
What are Ro Hyde Park's hours?
Ro is open for weekday lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night service, with Social Hour Monday through Friday from 3pm to 6pm and After Hours until midnight Thursday through Saturday. Hours may vary for special events; current hours are always listed on our Hours & Location page.
Where is Ro located and how do I get there?
Ro is at 1500 W Swann Ave in Tampa's Hyde Park neighborhood, steps from Hyde Park Village and minutes from downtown and South Tampa. Directions and parking details are on our Hours & Location page. Ride-share is popular during brunch and late night hours.
Is parking available?
Yes, nearby parking and valet options are available. For busy brunch and late night services, ride-sharing is often the easiest option.
Is there a dress code at Ro?
Ro is upscale-casual: dressed-up denim, collared shirts and cocktail attire all fit right in. We ask guests to skip athletic wear and beachwear at dinner.
Is Ro Hyde Park kid-friendly?
Families are welcome at Ro, and lunch and early dinner are the best fit for younger guests. The bento box lunch is a favorite for kids who love sushi.
Menu & Dietary Options
Does Ro have vegetarian or vegan sushi options?
Yes, Ro serves vegetarian and vegan-friendly sushi in Tampa, including the Vegetable roll with avocado, yamagobo, cucumber and umeboshi shiso, the Sesame Shiitake roll and plant-forward plates like Chinese Broccoli and Shishito Peppers. Tell your server about any restrictions and the kitchen will guide you.
What is Ro's price range?
Ro is an upscale dining experience with pricing that reflects premium ingredients, including fish flown in from Tokyo's Toyosu Market. Weekday lunch offers a lunch menu, while dinner, omakase and signature experiences like the Peking duck sit at the elevated end.
What is Ro known for?
Ro is known for its sushi bar built on Toyosu Market fish, chef-curated omakase at lunch and dinner, and its smoked Peking duck, aged three days and carved tableside. The space itself, with a barrel-vaulted ceiling and a mural by artist Alex Proba, is part of the experience.
Ordering & Reservations
Do you take reservations or walk-ins?
Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner, brunch, omakase and late night dining, and can be made through OpenTable. Walk-ins are welcome when space allows. Signature experiences like the Peking duck require advance reservations.
Does Ro offer takeout or delivery?
Yes, Ro offers online ordering for pickup directly through our to-go menu, and delivery through Uber Eats and DoorDash. The to-go menu includes signature maki, poke, ramen and hot dishes.
Can Ro host private events or large parties?
Yes, Ro's Private Dining Room seats up to 14, with full restaurant buyouts available for larger events. Groups of 8 or more can also book standard reservations in the main dining room.
Good to Know
What is the 3% venue fee at Ro?
A 3% venue fee is added to all checks and is retained by the restaurant to support operational costs like facilities and equipment. It is not a gratuity and is not shared with staff as a tip; gratuity remains at your discretion and is added separately.
Does Ro have a rewards program?
Yes, RO Rewards members earn 10% back on every visit, with no app required and a $10* welcome reward for joining. Join RO Rewards >
Does Ro offer gift cards?
Yes, Ro gift cards are available for purchase online and can be used toward dining at Ro.