I know this is going to sound kind of hokey, but last night was a borderline spiritual experience for me. So much so, that I’m seriously contemplating retiring in Tampa to wine & dine at Bern’s 365 days a year. There’s just no way one can do justice to this place on an online forum; It’s one of those places you truly have to behold in person. To say there were deals to be had on old bottles from lesser-known producers would be an understatement. If offered the chance, be sure to take the guided tour of their kitchen and on-site wine cellar, as they
are unparalleled in every sense of the word. Lastly, be sure to hit up the dessert room on the second floor after dinner. You’re not going to find as many great deals on their dessert wine list, but the private booths and live pianist are a lovely pairing.
Penalty flag - rules violation - what goes on at Berns stays at Berns. How do we teach these guys with impulse control problems not to ruin it for everyone else.
The one thing to pay attention to there (for the non-FL residents) is that at the end of the night it’s easy to not notice that there already is an auto-grat of 12% on the bill. 20-25% tip later and now you’ve tipped 32%-37% on the total bill which when you actually “do Bern’s” can be a surprise later on.