Longtime Tampa speakeasy bar Ciro’s has closed for good
It’s the end of an era of sorts in Tampa, with the permanent closure of longtime speakeasy Ciro’s. Three Oaks Hospitality announced the closure today in a news release.
Ciro’s opened in 2009 in the Bayshore Royal building, and soon helped usher an elevated cocktail culture in the Tampa Bay area. More than a month ago, the speakeasy announced it would be closed temporarily while the building underwent renovations. Due to the building’s structural issues, Ciro’s was forced to close, the release said.
“While it deeply saddens us to close Ciro’s at this time, we hope the HOA can find a way to make the improvements needed with our landlord so that we may re-open one day. We are actively seeking other locations and remain optimistic,” said Chas Bruck, founder and owner of Three Oaks Hospitality, in the release. “Ciro’s has been a staple in Tampa; it is the first prohibition-inspired speakeasy in Tampa. It is beloved by many, and we are immensely grateful for the support and memories shared within its walls.”
But it’s not the end of the road for a speakeasy experience in Tampa. Jekyll, Ciro’s sister concept in Hyde Park Village from Three Oaks Hospitality, “remains committed to upholding its legacy and spirit.” A Ciro’s pop-up event will happen at Jekyll (1500 W Swann Ave., Tampa) on May 8, during which guests will be able to bid on Ciro’s memorabilia with proceeds going to the Children’s Dream Fund.
For more information or to make reservations, visit jekyllhydepark.com or call 813-358-3027. For information on Children’s Dream Fund, visit childrensdreamfund.org.
