Rick’s on the River Tampa: Waterfront Live Music

By the Yacht Rock Radio crew · Details checked against official sources Nov. 9, 2026

Rick’s on the River is a casual West Tampa bar and restaurant on the Hillsborough River, with a dock and boat ramp, so plenty of guests arrive by water. It celebrated 25 years in 2019 and is open 365 days a year. It isn’t on a beach, but it’s one of Tampa’s best-loved waterfront spots for live cover bands.

Rick's on the River at a glance

What to expect musically

• Live music Thursday through Sunday, mostly local and regional cover bands.
• Check Rick’s Facebook or Instagram for the weekly lineup.

Tips for your visit

• Come by boat: the Florida Fish and Wildlife boating guide lists Rick’s as a river access point.
• Weekend breakfast starts at 7am, Thursday to Sunday.

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How we checked this

We confirmed the address, hours, website and social accounts on the venue’s own site where it has one, and with the sources below, on Nov. 9, 2026. Hours and lineups change, so check the venue’s site or socials before you travel. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it.

• Rick's on the River official site
• Creative Loafing Tampa (25th anniversary)