Mad Dogs & Englishmen

Mad Dogs and Englishmen, founded in 1991 by Wilton Morley and Colonel Rick Craig, is a British-inspired gastropub presenting "the best of Britain" to South Tampa. It references Morley’s theatrical family—father Robert Morley and grandmother Dame Gladys Cooper—and notes a Mayfair connection through grandfather Herbert Buckmaster, founder of Bucks Club. Part of Oxford Commons Hospitality Company, it embraces "Excellence, Eccentricity and Empire" and is Selected by the Michelin Guide. Brandon O'Donnell serves as General Manager. The venue offers a mix of indoor and outdoor dining, including a conservatory, courtyard and semi-private rooms, with seating from intimate nooks to larger areas. The social atmosphere is programmed with live music, trivia, bar tastings and other social events, encouraging guests to enjoy drinks. It serves British-inspired and pub-style cuisine with an all-day menu, weekend brunch, beverages, kids menu and a weekday happy hour. For private and large parties the kitchen provides à la carte and family-style service, uses pre-fix options for large reservations during peak times, and offers a range of rooms plus full-restaurant buyouts for larger gatherings. Jeff Clark is Executive Chef.