Bern's Steak House

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"A long-standing Tampa stalwart since opening in 1953, Bern’s Steak House is famous for its steak offerings and for boasting one of the world’s largest wine collections." - Susan B. Barnes

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"At Bern’s in Tampa I discovered an unexpectedly iconic, wine-forward steakhouse: it boasts what I think may be the most insane wine list in the country and a cellar that had never been documented until we were allowed to do so, making it a special, slightly gatekept experience for wine lovers; the food is very good and the operation is humongous, which is surprising given Tampa isn’t typically thought of as a steakhouse city." - Bettina Makalintal

"For decades, this stately steakhouse has been a local favorite for special occasions of all stripes, and its popularity shows no signs of shrinking. Diners dress to impress amid the garish vintage opulence, which is matched by a slickly ceremonious suit-clad service team and colossal wine collection.A meal might start with oysters, or one of the many caviar options, but savvy diners save ample space for a curated selection of prime steaks, many dry-aged extensively in house before getting a char treatment on the kitchen’s massive grill. Don’t fill up on the assorted sides—at the end of the meal, guests are whisked to the posh upstairs dessert room, where bananas Foster or baked Alaska can be enjoyed with house-roasted coffee and live piano music." - Michelin Inspector

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"For diners not wanting to commit to an extravagant steak dinner at Bern’s Steak House, the Harry Haugh Dessert Room offers the same service without the hefty financial commitment. Get lost in the winding staircases, endlessly lavish hallways, and old-world dessert service. The Baked Alaska goes well with a fancy pour from the world-famous cellar. Wine and dine to tinkling keys of piano, while melting into the high-backed booths." - Laine Doss