Our Story

The original Malio's Steakhouse was opened in 1969 by Malio Iavarone, whose immigrant parents had owned and operated their own restaurant since 1945. Always striving to provide their clientele the finest dining experience, Malio's Steakhouse, for over 35 years, earned a reputation for serving the finest quality, with superior service and atmosphere. It is in that tradition that Malio's Prime Steakhouse offers USDA Prime Beef, the freshest seafood available (featuring coldwater lobster tails), accompanied by a selection of over 200 wines, along with unparalleled service and ambience.

We look forward to providing you with a memorable dining experience at Tampa's newest and oldest premier family owned steakhouse.

Welcome to our family,
Derek and Malio

Our Featured Artist

Joe Testa-Secca
Art Professor Emeritus
University of Tampa

We are proud to showcase many of the pieces of Joe Testa-Secca's private collections. His art in past decades has been an important artistic force in the community and area. He has had an impact on students and other artists. Joe Testa-Secca is well represtented in private and corporate collections.

The Rivergate Tower

Designed by Harry Wolf, the Rivergate Tower is one of the tallest limestone buildings in the world. The cylindrical design was intended to symbolize a lighthouse on the Tampa skyline. Concentric circles in the building's lobby mark distance of time and space. The 1,880 windows and 13 feet from floor to floor resemble the buildings methematical basis on the Fibonacci series.

* Next to Tampa Museum of Art and Curtis Hixon Park. * Walking distance to the Straz Performing Arts Center and the Glazer Children's Museum. * Across the river from the University of Tampa

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Gift Cards

Malio's Prime Steakhouse Gift Cards are the perfect gift for any occasion! Malio's is proud to offer the finest ingredients, and the finest wines. Enjoy your experience in one of our many dining rooms or on our beautiful patio over-looking the Hillsborough River and the University of Tampa.

We look forward to serving you.
A family tradition since 1948.

Gift cards may be purchased at Malios or by calling (813) 223-7746