Bern's Steak House

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2120 W Marjory Ave
Tampa, FL 33606

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(813) 254-9367
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Bern's Steak House - Tampa, FL
Bern's Steak House - Tampa, FL
Bern's Steak House - Tampa, FL
Bern's Steak House - Tampa, FL
Bern's Steak House - Tampa, FL
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Best

I Absolutely love this place! Great Desserts , Great Wine selections and very romantic setting! Great Date night with the hubby!

Worst

Used to be great, now, not so great...existing on its old reputation and, everyone ""in the area"" knows it. Only tourists or pseudo-affectionatos go there nowadays.

Ask for Everett 6/8/2005

Bern's is one of those restaraunts that you can count on the same quality everytime you dine there. Everett Bethune is one of the best waiters in the world. Ask for him when making reservations. Pros: Quality, Good Value, Service Cons: Parking, Reservations more
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An evening of perfection! 6/5/2005

Berns is not a place to go in and eat and get out. This restaurant is a whole dining experience! The steak is outstanding, and I have had great steak other places, but they have so very much more to offer than just steak. The food is knee-weakening wonderful and so fresh you just can't believe it. As most southerners would say it so good it will make you sass your momma! Well I think it will make you sass your momma and the rest of your family! The decor in the main dining areas could be upgraded a bit and this is not a place for children, but as a whole this dining experience was like a fairy tale! I was on a date with my fiancee and it was very romantic and the people in large groups looked like they were having a blast! Pros: Food, food, and wine!, attentive waitstaff, great ambience Cons: decor needs update more
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Wonderful food, wonderful staff... 5/5/2005

I have been to Bern's several times and have never been disappointed. I am a person of modest means (I save my pennies for my yearly visit), yet I have never been made to feel out of place by their fantastic wait staff. They are both extremely knowledgable, and very welcoming. As for the food, the steaks are delectable--I would say almost delicate. Bern's does not overseason meats and allows the true flavor of the beef to shine. I especially love the Delmonico. Going there makes me feel as pampered as a day at a spa. The sides are a perfect accompaniment and don't overpower the taste of the beef. The decor is a bit on the tacky side (think 19th century bordello), but besides that, it's a world class restaurant. more
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Bern's is...great!! 5/3/2005

I've been to Bern's twice and after visiting several other famous steak houses in big cities (NYC and Chicago) Bern's greatness has only grown in my mind. The food is spectacular and they actually let you tour the kitchen...in most restaurants I'm sure this experience might not be an appetizing one. At Bern's it just makes you more anxious to get back to your table and eat. The dessert room is simply the most magical place on earth!! I love Bern's!!! Pros: Food, Dessert, Kitchen Tour Cons: Not even one more
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The best steak I've ever had 4/5/2005

I will admit, this place is pricey, don't dare go dressed in anything other than business casual or better, but this had to have been the best steak I've ever eaten. The wait service was polite, on top of everything we needed, and very knowledgable about their menu. Save your money and go here. You wont regret it. Pros: Food, Steak Cons: Pricey, not for unruly kids more
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Hands down the best! 10/10/2004

Coming from Atlanta, I didn't think there would be a steakhouse to rival Morton's or Chops... boy was I wrong! I have only lived in Tampa for 6 months and have been to Bern's 6 times. Not only are the steaks the best I've ever encountered, but the service was unsurpassed! Don't even get me started on their fabulous wine list. I take all of my visiting guest to Bern's when they come to town and they all agree. Be sure to take in the whole experience of touring the kitchen and wine cellar and you DON'T want to miss the dessert room. And as far as the comments regarding price, don't forget that your dinner at Bern's includes soup, salad, starch and vegetable. Remember that the next time you go to one of those a la carte steak houses. Pros: Steaks, Service, Dessert Room more
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The Best at Bern's! 6/24/2004

Perfection! Ask your waiter or waitress how long they've worked for Bern's and what it took for them to make it to where they are and you are sure to be impressed! The dedicated staff is the heart of your experience. Finest quality foods (vegtebles grown by their own staff at their own farm) provide you with page after page of choices, all sure to exceed satisfaction. Steak is of course their forte, but other soups, vegetable and chicken dishes are a wonderful alternative. Bern's will be sure to become a favorite for all. Even if the prices may seem out of your range, this is worth the money and dressing up for! And if that isn't enough, try the Bananas Foster, made fresh and on fire - right in front of your private dessert room. Pros: quality, service, memorable more
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Mr Mario Crociata 5/7/2004

The dinner was okay, but as someone who buys and cooks a mean steak, I was not going to eat one. I ordered duck. Fatty, greasy and basically uninviting on the palate. The ""veg du jour"" was okra. Tough and slimey, and this after all the raving about the fresh grown vegetables. The baked potato served with my wifes filet mignon, was hard and almost inedible. The saving grace was the dessert room. Pros: Tour of wine cellar, Dessert room Cons: , Poor food quality, Overrated more
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Simply the best 5/6/2004

Take the time to read up on the history of this restaurant before you dine. Just like reading a play before going to the theatre, you will appreciate the food/wine even more if you do. Pros: Service, Preparation, Wine more
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Dessert only...please!!! 3/17/2004

Save yourself some time and money and skip Bern's. The service was just plain horrendous. Although their web-site touts a strong training program for their waiters, our waiter basically ignored us. The steak was undercooked and mediocre at best. Next time, it's dessert only...please!!! Pros: dessert, wine selection Cons: , moldy atmosphere, horrible service more
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Downright offensive... 3/14/2004

Horrible service, mediocre entrees, and terrible atmosphere are all in order at ""one of Tampa's finest"". Apparently customer satisfaction no longer counts for anything at this Tampa ""institution"". The steak was extremely undercooked (based on my order) and the service was non-existant. The dining area smelled like it had been under water for some time. Definitely will not be back. Pros: dessert Cons: , Food, Atmosphere more
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Bern's is Great! 3/11/2004

Bern's is the best steakhouse ever. While the price is definetly extreme you are paying for the ambiance, excellent service, and wonderful food. I had been to Bern's a few times as a child and was always amazed by the place. I finally enjoyed it as an adult when I moved to the Tampa Bay area in 2000! It was definetly a meal and a night to remember!! Pros: Excellent Food, Quality Service, Wonderful Ambiance more
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Berns for special occaisions 3/11/2004

Berns is very expensive, so we don't visit often, but it is a highlight in Tampa Bay. Bern's is ideal for impressing some business accounts. It is a very nice location for a romantic dinner. Bern's is also terrific for a group company function. If you are looking for a one of a kind location for an excellent steak dinner and are particular about how your steak is cooked, this is the place. Fish doesn't get any fresher at Bern's they select fish live from their tanks and cook it to order. All vegetables are organically grown and fresh. Don't miss the tour of the kitchen and the wine cellar. Reserve a trip to the desert room, even if it's only for a glass of port. Have fun! Pros: Excellent food, Excellent service, Best wine selection Cons: , Advance reservations more
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AWESOME 3/11/2004

My fiance and I love this place. The food is excellent. The wine list is unbelievable! It doesn't look like much from the outside. But, You will love the ambience of this place. The wait staff is top notch. They have a private dessert room where you can have a quiet moment with your sweetie. We are originally from Delaware, But always make a stop here as part of our trip to Florida. Definitely worth checking it out! more
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BEST EVER STEAKHOUSE 3/7/2004

Travel & Leisure magazine called Bern's ""the best steakhouse in the world."" And for good reason! Don't miss the exquisite dessert room upstairs, which requires separate reservations. And reserve early. This place is popular -- my favorite stop in Tampa. Don't let the bunker-like exterior fool you-- this place is great. -- Ed S. more
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steak 3/7/2004

The service was awful and the steak mediocre at best. Maybe I just had unlucky timing. We sat in the desert booth after dinner for 30 mins with no service. We left disappointed. more
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Glorified Steakhouse 1/31/2004

Service started well until tables filled and then our server disappeared! Food was adequate and surroundings were loud, noisy, and not very romantic. If you want a good steak, many other places are around with nicer atmosphere. Pros: Good Steak Cons: , Expensive, Below Par Food more
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Berns 1/21/2004

great restuarant - not very romantic - great for large groups - great service - don't forget the dessert room more
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Bern's for great all round quality 12/18/2003

By far my favorite. Great pains go into making each meal perfect. Pros: Quality, Staff, Service Cons: Location more
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The Best Steak $ Dinning in Tampa!! 11/26/2003

If you are in Tampa, this restaurant is A MUST for you! Pros: Food, Sevice, Good Parking- Free! Cons: Reservation- a must more
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Editorial

  • The Scene
    Luminaries from out of town automatically visit Bern's when they arrive in the Tampa Bay area. Limos jam the homely front parking lot and well-dressed diners crowd the foyer....

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Additional information
  • Hours: Mon. - Thu., Sun. 5pm - 10pm;Fri. - Sat. 5pm - 11pm
  • Payments: American Express, Diner's Club, Discover, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Historic Hyde Park North, Southwest
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