Tap 42

Tap 42...more like Tap forty-awesome. \r \r Andrews Ave has great potential to grow into a happening hub of restaurants, bars and shops and Tap 42 is a great way to kick this off. \r \r I've been on a packed night and am surprised at how comfortable one can be considering the crowds. The flow from the front of the bar, wrapping around to the outside patio is great and easy to navigate. The place is roomy and better than having to do the side-shuffle every time you have to piss.\r \r The beer is, of course, the highlight of the experience. With 42 to choose from (and an always changing menu) they can satisfy any beer drinker. \r \r I'm not sure who chooses the music or if it's a Pandora station, but it's EUPHORIC! The music always, even if subliminally, sets the pace for the evening and Tap does it right. A great mix between up beat, fast paced tunes and laid back; mellow music makes the beer taste even better. \r \r I highly recommend Tap 42 to any Fort Lauderdaliens. Great local place. \r \r \r As a side note, and I don't usually do this, but I can't help myself...I read a review, just before posting here, about someone being charged extra for a rocks pour and that management did not properly handle his complaints. I happen to be sitting within earshot of said person. I remember my first drink and I also remember that being a drunken whiner doesn't get anyone very far. If you have a problem, clearly explain yourself and don't try to make the server you're talking to sound stupid. They were more than willing to help you out. And then to harbor that resentment long enough to post about it. Even going as far as quoting the employees. The only thing your review did for its readers was reminding them not to be idiots when they've had too much to drink. \r \r Lots of beers, great burgers, and plenty of babes! \r Cheers Tap 42. more

Tried Tap with some family and friends when they first opened and can't stop going back for more. The beer selection is amazing. When I heard they had 42 beers on tap I thought it was just a gimmick to get ppl in the door but they really do. And the decor of the place is so awesome. Its really nice to just hang out and have a beer and an appetizer after work or have a cool date night with your honey. The servers are charming and the bartenders are pretty down to earth which is nice for a change!\r The food keeps on getting better. I think they changed the menu a bit since I was first there but no complaints here. I know a lot of restaurants do that to test out what works and doesn't work. So far so good. They've kept all my faves; I love their appetizers and their burgers. Its definitely my "cheat" place. Although I must say you can hardly feel guilty eating there because the food is so fresh and you can tell everything has been made from scratch. That is so important these days so I'm glad they value that. \r Anyway, two thumbs up for sure. If I had more thumbs I would give them more! more

We have eaten dinner and/or lunch here probably 6 times. The food is horrible. Period. Service is not far behind-think 45 minute wait for drinks. We have waited as long as 2 hours for food that is sometimes indelible. It is walking distance from the office so we keep going back hoping it gets better-but it does not. The place is beautiful but seriously needs a new chef and a better wait staff!! more

To sum it up in 4 words: average and over priced. Beer selection is good but $7 for a Dales Pale Ale is absurd. I'd rather drive a little farther and go to Yard House!! more

Beautiful decor all recycled! So pretty! The food was good. The burgers were actually awesome. I would suggest the bread sticks with stuffed cheese and salami. AWESOME! They needed a place with a large beer selection in ft laudy...with a young professional atmosphere. Its about time :) service was great! Love it more

The food is great, the beer menu is one of the best in town, the decor is awesome. \r \r BUT, the service is some of the WORST I've ever had. \r \r Both occasions I've been the wait staff have been grossly inattentive, new nothing about the beers and generally acted as if they just didn't give a F@#$. This is the same experience all of my friends have had as well. Cumulatively we have had over 10 visits so can't really write it off as an off night or two.\r \r I can only hope the management and or owners catch this unprofessional service and get some good people who fit the venue. If not I think after the newness wears off there will be a sharp decline in business. more

Having a hard time wrapping my brain around this place. The beer selection is outstanding (though our server didn't have a clue about beer). The burgers ("Three Little Piggy" and another which was a blend of lamb and beef) were indeed tasty. Regular fries good; sweet potato fries less so. We ate outside in the rather odd courtyard (might improve when the bamboo grows in a bit) due to the crazy loud conditions inside. Though I officially "like" the place...it had no soul. It's almost like a stage-set version of a real gastropub. If you want the real deal, go to Brother Tucker's in Pompano.\r UPDATE: Was craving a burger, so we gave 'em another try. Wondering if they can sell enough draft beer to make all those taps worth it when the waitress giggles and says, "Oh, I really don't like beer, so I don't know anything about it." Really?!? Disappointed, again. more

Awesome... Brew was great, bartender and waiter were very nice and knowledgable and food was delicious... Price was very reasonable also more

The place looks great, inside and out. Reminds you of an Aspen ski chalet with an edge. Food is great. Burgers and comfort food also with an edge. Was pretty crowded both times I was there, but a very good vibe. Staff is friendly. Don't usually drink, but this place makes me want to. more

Went there for dinner last night. food was crazy good....Fort Lauderdale has been waiting a LONG time for a bar like this...casual but nice...reclaimed barnwood on the wall, a steel wall in back ..42 beers on tap ...alot in bottles..friendly and attractive staff...huge outside area...got some kinks to work out but for being open only 4 days with the crowds they have been dealing with...BRAVO more

Good food. Great beer. Great atmosphere. Server was doing shots and blew us off. more