Want to experience a great fireworks show while in the comfort of the air conditioning with a drink in hand? Well, with July 4th around the corner, we came up with the best bars in the Tampa Bay area for you to catch this year's spectacular fireworks!
Best bars to watch fireworks 
Lauren Kilgore
June 24, 2009
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Captain Al's Restaurant
800 2nd Ave. NE - St. Petersburg727-898-5800
Captain Al's is a great bar on the St. Petersburg Pier to catch this years fireworks.
Cha Cha Coconuts
417 St. Armand's Circle - SarasotaGreat location to see this year's boat show.
Fresco's
300 2nd Ave. NE - St. Petersburg727-894-4429
Fresco's near the pier is perfect for an outdoor spot to check out fireworks from the pier.
Andreychuk's Grille
490 Channelside Drive - TampaJust across the street from Channelside. Andreychuk's is a great spot to see fireworks on the water.
The Hut Channelside
514 Channelside Drive - Tampa813-307-6395
Another great bar just across from Channelside that is a great spot to see the show.
Margarita Mama's
615 Channelside Drive - Tampa813-228-7300
Located in Tampa's popular Channelside right on the water this is the best bar to see the fireworks on the water.
Gulfport on the Rocks
5413 Shore Blvd. S. - Gulfport727-321-8318
This waterfront sports bar is a great place to see the fireworks.
Grind House Cafe & Bar
1500 McMullen Booth Rd. Suite A13 - Clearwater727-726-5577
An Irish pub and restaurant, but still a great location for this American holiday!
Bridge Tender Inn and Dockside Bar
135 Bridge St. - Bradenton Beach941-778-4849
Convenient docking and on-site parking available, come by land or sea for a drink at the Dockside Bar this July 4th. Located in historic Bridgewater, with live music every night.
The Sports Page Bar & Grill
1319 Main St. - Sarasota941-365-0469
Another great spot for this year's July 4th show.
Sporty's
17093 Gulf Blvd. - North Redington Beach727-395-9807
A bar in North Redington Beach where the locals like to hang out that offers the perfect view for a great fireworks show.
Wahoo's Waterside Pub and Patio
17801 Gulf Blvd. - Redington Shores727-393-5525
Waterside restaurant and pub, large selection of imported beer for you to enjoy this July 4th while catching some great fireworks!
These bars throughout the Tampa Bay area are sure to be the place to be for a great view and great drinks!
