Bernard's Mediterranean Restaurant

When we were looking for a place to celebrate our anniversary, Bernards came highly recommended. Unfortunately, I think they have passed their prime. Instead of the fine dining establishment they were advertised to be, it looks more like a place that time has forgotten. Service is completely inconsistent, with our server being extremely hesitant, and not quite as helpful as I would have hoped, while other servers around us going above and beyond with their tables. When our waitress approached us when we were seated, she asked if we were celebrating anything and we let her know it was our 25th anniversary. Literally nothing else happened about that. Nothing was said, nothing was done, nothing else was brought up about it. I have no problem with that, but why ask if you’re not going to do something about it? It just seemed quite odd. The theme of the food can best be described as “Rushed”. We were there with reservations at 7 o’clock on a Tuesday night and the restaurant was not even half full. We ordered three appetizers because why not. The calamari and the stuffed mushrooms came out within five minutes of ordering, even beating the bread service. The calamari had most definitely been previously cooked as it was soggy and flavorless. The stuffed mushrooms were some of the most odd I have ever had. The stuffing and sauce were fine, but they were put in uncooked mushroom caps, which made for a huge textural issue for us. When I brought this to the waitresses attention asking if that’s the way it was meant to be served, she did not know and just walked away. The baked brie came out after the salad course and had not been properly prepared before wrapping in crust and had a very offputting flavor. This is another one that had been cooked ahead of time because the crust was so soggy. It was past falling apart. The salad course itself was nothing but a small iceberg salad that had been premade a considerable amount of time before. It was watery and chewy. We both went with veal dishes, both of which was undercooked. I had the veal marsala which looked beautiful, but they did not cook the dish long enough to allow the sauce to turn into what makes a marsala sauce magical. It was just uncooked wine. My wife ordered the stuffed veal which was so tough that it shook the table when trying to be cut. They did not braise it enough to allow it to soften. The mashed potatoes were so watery that they had the consistency of library paste. The vegetables that came with the dish were completely undercooked and almost raw as well. To be fair, the bread service with the olive tapenade was really good. I hate to be so negative, but when a restaurant portrays itself as a fine dining establishment, there is some level of expectation from the customer. In my opinion, we were overcharged for a very subpar product. Had the food been decent quality, I think the price would’ve been very fair and would not have complained about the pricing at all. My best advice, avoid Bernard‘s Mediterranean Restaurant in Tyler Texas.

Food was splendid. Best Rainbow trout I’ve ever had The bartender (Olivia) was Wonderful ,Polite and personable Best bartender I’ve had in a long time! Thank you to all the cooks in the back Fantastic job!

Very nice restaurant! Awesome food and great service! I’ve been postponing for way too long coming here, I regret not coming before.

Bernard's is one of the best restaurants in Tyler. I love the ambiance as well as the food. Krystal makes some really good drinks, and I really like the chicken viennoise from off the lunch menu. The Mexican martini is also amazing from here. Highly recommended restaurant for date nights or even date lunches!

Would have been 5 stats but the calamari was chewy. Escargot was AMAZING. Salad dressing was mediocre but the entrees ruled!!!!! Amazing stuff and we will repeat.

Such an enjoyable experience! The staff are friendly and don’t rush you! They give you ample time to finish each course and answer all your questions with no hesitation. My husband’s filet was cooked to perfection and my personal favorite was the tiramisu! We will definitely be back! I will say the pricing on the website differs a little bit but honestly not a deal breaker for me. Thank you guys!!

The place was slammed last night and we had to wait for our table, but kudos to Emma at the front who handled the chaos with charm and kindness. The food was amazing as always and our server Casey was wonderful! Thanks Bernard!

We have been coming here for years! The food is always excellent, and the service is just as good. Your water glass never runs empty, and the staff know almost everything about the menu. Bernard’s is top of my list for where to recommend people go for a great dinner in Tyler.

Just finished a wonderful anniversary dinner here. Nick and Casey were excellent co wait staff. They saw to our every need. The food was delicious. The bread and tapenade are some of the best I have ever eaten. I loved the "house" creamy Italian dressing on the very crisp salad. My entree was creative and tasty. My husband's steak was cooked exactly as ordered. The restaurant has a very romantic, intimate vib, even though most patrons were there just to eat. The regular menu items are affordable,about the same as Olive Garden and the steak prices compare to Longhorn or Saltgrass. Of course, the specialty items are more expensive, but for a special occasion, acceptable. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Bernard's Mediterranean in Tyler feels like stepping into your grandmother's house, especially in the cozy wine cellar room on the left. The Veal Nicoise is a must-try, along with the escargot and stuffed mushrooms--absolutely delicious! While I wasn't a fan of the red stag dish, the dim lighting, hospitable service, and owners personally checking on guests make for a warm and welcoming experience. If you are in Tyler ever, this is a must stop on your list with there being limited quality options! Lamb is a popular off menu item here. Tons of off menu items, your server will go down the list...

Amazing food and service. The ambience is alway excellent. It's worth it for just The olive dip but the fresh fish is great And the rack of lamb is to die for

Great quality on food and service. It's a restaurant that feels special. This is great to have in Tyler. Perfect for special occasions.

Nice place! The service was impeccable. Food was outstanding. Very inviting atmosphere. Hidden gem in downtown Tyler. We will definitely eat here again, often.

By far the best restaurant in Tyler Texas. Food is always spot on service is always been phenomenal. If you want to go somewhere else and then press your date or your significant other this is the place to go. Bernard you have done a great job and you work too hard.

Nice entry - they require reservations as most nights are full; so going in on time sent to bar area - quickly served a glass - we were celebrating 2 birthdays in our group of 4. Easy up front parking nice in the rain for August. Kind of hidden in back area off Broadway - but easily found. Food was just ok; Veal was tough - nice mushroom sauce on it; basic mash potatoes and I opted for asparagus - which was funny 2 spears were served tasty but would not order the veal again. 2 guests got the Halibut - came out as one line of seared just ok; seemed fresh grilled but no taste and was hoping for more of a fillet serving - same veggis - potatoes - last dish was Chicken Marsala - which was basic - again nothing exceptional. Staff was good - very nice and quick. Kept wine flowing - drinks. They did bring out complimentary birthday desserts - nice.

Love going to Bernard's for special occasions and they never disappoint! Everything we've ordered, from crab stuffed trout to their filet were all superb. Service is always outstanding and the atmosphere is intimate.

Thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance, the attentive service and the delicious food. Nice find for a first time visit.

Wonderful food and my server was so knowledgeable about their offerings. The tapenade was absolutely phenomenal, and I don't even like olives! I would come back again just for a bowl of that.

My wife and I and another couple were in this restaurant this past November celebrating a birthday. We experienced a blatant fraudulent, misleading, and deceptive business practice of this establishment. Primarily based on THEIR website (www.Bernards.com) somewhat reasonable menu prices, we decided to visit this establishment. Upon being seated and ordered drinks, we discovered the prices on THEIR website and the prices on THEIR menu were vastly different. Just one example is their Filet Mignon Bearnaise was advertised at $37.95 on their website and their menu price was $47.95, a 22% difference. All the entries we checked had close to the same price difference. When we asked our waiter about the vast difference, he told us that he spoke to Mr. Bernard (who was in his restaurant at the time) and was told he said he had no affiliation with HIS business's website and the menu prices were the prices we must pay. If we hadn't already ordered drinks, we would have left immediately. At the very least, this is a very deceptive business practice and one that potential customers need to know about.

Went to Bernard's for an impromptu date night with my wife. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. Service is great and the specials were really good. We will make this a regular.

My first time at Bernard's convinced me of what others have written in reviews: I agree it's one of the top restaurants in Tyler. I enjoyed the atmosphere. It's a good place for a date night, but we did see a large party in the dining room as well. The menu options were surprisingly well-priced. We started with a crab cake appetizer, which I'll get everytime now. It's full of lump crabmeat! I enjoyed the chicken florentine and was glad they accommodated my request for no capers My husband had a salmon dish topped with crabmeat: we BOTH enjoyed his dish too. (They say a perk to being married is you can also have some of what your partner orders) The dining room was unassuming. Nothing too fancy, but it has character. I enjoyed the candlelit vibes!

Consistently delicious food and excellent service. A Tyler tried and true restaurant for your family special occasion as well as a dinner that becomes a special occasion- every time.

A Tyler institution, tried and true. Year after year, Bernards consistently provides amazing food and excellent service. From the lasagna, to the redfish, to the softshell crab, and stuffed mushrooms, each meal was perfectly prepared and delicious. Expectations are always exceeded at Bernards. Do yourself a favor the next time you're in town dine at Bernards... You'll be glad you did.

The food is always good especially the fish!! Great date night place to go and you're supporting a local!

Delicious! Thier bread and olive tapenade keep me coming back for more! My favorite meal is the chicken, Boursin and puff pastry.

Another amazing dinner at Bernard's! Halibut ceviche was amazing. The scallops and stag are as good as anything you'll get in Dallas. Service was awesome as always. Special thanks to Krystal and Haley for taking care of us. Krystal went out of her way to make sure we had a special evening. If you don't see the wine you want on the menu, ask if Bernard has a bottle tucked away. He usually does!

The food, the service, the atmosphere are all top quality. I highly recommend Bernard's Mediterranean.

Adore the intimate bar area. Sea Bass is some of the best around. Bernard always has a great staff for a beautiful experience.

I visited this restaurant frequently many years ago and it was the best in class! Bernard was always a gem of a host, always super friendly and welcoming, as well as his staff. The food was always exceptional, fresh and well prepared. One of my most favorite items on the menu was the chicken Florentine! A must visit when visiting Tyler !

Had made reservations for my parents to enjoy a night out there... I live in Phoenix. Emma was kind enough to work with me on taking care of this bill long distance and according to my parents the ambience was relaxing food was great and that Crystal took great care of them. Thanks Bernard's for making this possible!!

Food was amazing! Ambience was nice but got really loud when all the tables were full! We were celebrating our 40th anniversary so it would have been much more romantic if it had been a little more quiet. Waiter was awesome too! Lock

We like the food and ambiance. Owner is on premise, usually over-seeing kitchen. Likes to check on customers. A little pricey, but the real challenge is trying to scale those 8 ft. bar stools, or at least they feel like it. I looked like a toddler trying to get into a high chair. If you aren't 7 foot tall, you might want to just stand.

Food was good. Food was cooked very nicely.. Enjoyed the blackened Redfish. Atmosphere was good Service was a bit disorganized. Long delay to get plates for the appetizer. Water was slow. Need to improve service though

i love there baked brie cheese so much and such a nice dining experience inside the restaurant

I made a reservation over 2 weeks ago for me parents 50th anniversary. They showed me where we would be seated etc. this was a super special dinner for our family. We get there last night and they have us seated in the middle of the bar. I was not happy. We asked to be moved and you could tell they weren't happy. They finally moved us and we did get a sweet waitress. Then my dad ordered a drink and they were out of that and out of coke glasses. This is how the night went. I was so disappointed. We could have made reservations anywhere but we chose here. I just had high hopes.

Great food and great service, year after year. Great lunch menu too, good wine selection. Best food in Tyler!

The escargot was still frozen when it arrived at the table. Frozen snails will turn a tummy.

We not only had a lovely dinner, we had a lovely evening. The staff and the regulars at the bar were so welcoming and friendly that it added another layer of delight to the amazing food. To start off we had an Italian amber beer that may be the best amber beer I've ever had, with the perfect rustic bread and olive tapenade. Should have stopped there! Then stuffed mushrooms and rainbow trout stuffed with crab and a sundried tomato sauce. Such generous portions we had to forego dessert and I'm sure the Carmel cheesecake would have been out of this world. The owner even sat down to have a glass of wine and chat with us. As out of towers from San Diego, it was wonderful to experience Texas hospitality over such a fine meal.

We had a fantastic time celebrating a birthday. Our waitress, Crystal was phenomenal! She treated us to amazing service. She was attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. The menu it spectacular, everything we tried from start to finish was great.

Food and service were amazing this place is tucked away but worth finding. While it was crowded the noise level was good. We could hold a conversation with no issues.

The food was amazing and Bernard was a true gentleman. He came up and we had a memorable talk after my lady and I dinner. It's no surprise why his establishment is successful.

This is my favorite restaurant in Tyler Texas! The steaks are unbelievable and the scallops are the best I've ever had anywhere!! Bernard is still at the restaurant almost every night!!

The olive tapanade is ahhhhmazing. The baked brie, also delicious! I've yet to have anything I didn't enjoy. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. Love it!

Bernard's is the BEST place in Tyler! My husband and I have gone here for a date night or special occasions and it's never disappointed us. Very friendly staff and owner, we always feel right at home. I have ordered the scallops twice because they're THAT good. My husband's favorite is the Chilean sea bass. The filet forestiere is also out of this world. But...let's talk about that bread! With the olive oil tapenade...just wow. We probably look forward to this most when we visit. We've tried the fried calamari and stuffed mushrooms as appetizers, both delicious. Tuxedo cake is amazing. Suffice it to say, I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order. Prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality. Some have commented about the chairs/restaurant needing updates, none of this has ever bothered us, but last night they had a sign on the door that they'll be closed at the end of this month, so I assume they're doing some remodeling. If this is what has kept you from going, give them another chance!

A1 sauce????? no reason to ruin a great steak from this restaurant. It's a favorite of mine and I love that they owner takes the time to make table visits.

Best steak I ever had!!! Portobello Filet with melted Blue Cheese. Also my wife enjoyed the cheese tortellini with chicken. I'm very picky about my filets and I will be back!!'

Fine dining cuisine. Excellent service and not so good environment due to brick walls reverberating voices and noise

This little spot was recommended to me by a local. I don't think I would have found it on my own. I had probably one of the best sit-down meals that I have had in a long time. The food and service was fantastic! I will back :)

Though not a place my budget permits us to eat often, their Chilean Sea Bass is arguably the single best food item I have ever eaten. It is AMAZING.

Wonderful in all ways! Atmosphere, staff, food presentation and flavors, wines. Great for special occasions.

Best restaurant in Tyler, TX! Great wine selection and good cocktails as well. Our family celebrates every special event here. Our favorites are the stuffed mushrooms for the appetizer and the filet for the entree! We love to sit in the cellar when we go. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable and there are always great specials!

food was amazing and service was great! Love the way the restaurant looks and how quickly our orders were taken! Most definitely be coming back again

Food was excellent! Staff was very friendly and informative. Prices were reasonable but we don't drink so our meal likely cost less than most other visitors. Great place to sit and talk. Beautiful decor and candles lit at every table. Will definitely come back and recommend to everyone!

This would be a good place for a romantic dinner or special occasion. The atmosphere is very fancy and the waitstaff very accommodating. The food was very good. I had elk chops which were very tender (not always the case with game) and included a nice sauce. My wife had the trout which was good, but not spectacular--nothing bad, just relatively bland. Others in our party had pasta dishes which were quite good. The prices were on the high end, but worth it for a nice night out.

It's a lovely restaurant .. Been there twice. I noticed the salt shakers were nearly empty. There food is very bland. I keep adding salt, but that's not the answer.

You have to love everything on the menu at Bernard's. It is a favorite, and we dine often. We've never been disappointed with the food. I love the bread that start the meal with along with the perfect dinner salad. The offerings of entrées are delicious and, nightly specials that never disappoint, The wine list has a lovely selection of both reds and whites. The bar is usually hopping and can mix some of the best cocktails I've ever tried. You can end your meal with one of the tasty desserts or a nice after dinner drink. Both coffee and tea are available. The atmosphere includes candles on the table, excellent service in the feel of the romantic mediterranean.

Complimentary sliced bread and olive tapenade was delish. Escargot had heavy garlic, parm cheese and salt. It killed the taste buds for rest of meal. House salad was iceberg lettuce, a few shredded carrot pieces, and a few sliced black olives. Really? For an upscale restaurant? Main course of Atlantic salmon with a heavy salty sauce. Companion had crab-stuffed trout with a heavy sauce. Everything listed seemed to have heavy sauces. Both entrees were on top of unremarkable mashed potatoes with three asparagus spears. Trout had only two. Did I taste skin on the first bite of salmon? Then had flourless chocolate cake from a box, as the waitress informed, and creme brulee which had a consistency that had me questioning the ingredients. I am guessing it was made with a % milk in part. Think the cake is Godiva's from grocery. Disappointed.