Food was honestly very good came here because of the reviews but the service was less than satisfactory. We ordered a pop and a water and than a appetizer to start (not at a busy time either ) not only was our appetizer brought out before our drinks we had to wait about 10 mins to receive my pop without the water we thought ok they’re going to get it. We then waited another 15 mins before anyone came to ask us our food order without our water until someone finally noticed me trying to get their attention which then the water was brought out. Once our food came it was great credits to the chef, but we were not given napkins or checked on for again around 15 minutes to which then I asked for napkins and it still took over 5 mins to bring them to us. The only thing that came promptly was the bill (again after our dishes stacked were at the end of the table for 10 mins) . As a previous service worker I was super disappointed by this but the food was great
Ryan Caldwell
I love Bernie's. We were there most recently to celebrate its 3rd birthday
Daniel Capoferri
I love Bernie's! Any chance I get to visit, I make sure to order one of their pizzas or the smash burger (both are fantastic!!!), and grab a pint of Fairweather a High Grade. The service is amazing and the atmosphere is lively. Definitely worth coming back to.
Brandon Reid
Great vibes , Delicious food
Zach Marton
Called about there 3rd birthday deal and they said they were still doing it and to come by, did not ask for a reservation. Proceeded to go there within 10minutws of calling (we live a few blocks away) and they told us we wouldn't be seated without a reservation as they were full....why didn't you say so on the phone what a waste of time.
Alex Scordas
Local pub vibe with a great selection of beers. Had the margarita pizza which exceeded expectations. Delightful Deteoit style with a sesame crust - absolutely killer.
Robyn Reid
I went here for the first time tonight. It’s a sweet spot to hang. Good vibes and the food / drink selection is good. Super reasonably priced.
Robb Richardson
Great food and service. Fun spot!
Trent Reznor
Bernie’s Tavern offers a unique ambiance that blends urban decay with steel-town nostalgia. The exterior is somewhat uninviting, but once inside, the atmosphere is vibrant and full of character—reminiscent of an old-school auto garage meets a gritty bar. The music and overall ambiance score a solid 8/10.
Service is a standout feature. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and attentive, contributing significantly to the experience (8/10).
The menu is well-built, avoiding the pitfalls of overcomplicated fusion concepts while offering a solid selection of craft beers and local options.
Food & Pricing Double Smash Burger with Waffle Fries – The burger was flavorful, with fresh condiments (7/10), while the waffle fries were crisp and perfectly executed (10/10). Price: $25.00 Thursday Special: Detroit-Style Pizza & Wings – The pizza, approximately 10x10 inches (small to be honest) was doughy (as expected for Detroit-style) but slightly underwhelming in flavour (6/10). The wings, while well-seasoned and properly cooked, appeared to be fewer than a full pound (7/10). Price: $35.00 Drinks – One draft beer and two Pepsis.
Total cost (including tip): $85.14
Bill $ 70.95 Tip 20% $14.19 (well deserved tip)
Final Verdict Bernie’s delivers on ambiance, service, and food quality, but its pricing structure is a concern. While the venue and experience justify a visit, the value-for-money ratio is lacking, especially given the portion sizes
In today’s economic climate, affordability and portion expectations play a key role in dining choices.
Would I return? Yes—but I’d be selective in my ordering to maximize value.
Overall Rating: 6.5/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
kenzie M
Just went to trivia at Bernie’s! Great experience, food and drinks were good. The entire place has a great vibe.
Bernie's is a great place to just shed off the normal corporate ' fast in-fast out' expectations. Our waitress offered us a very nice separate room that seats up to 8 with our own CNN sports display. It was a Monday wing special night. The wings were huge! I ordered the lemon dry rub wings. Great food and very hot. Our friends also ordered Clubs and Burgers. All of us were very impressed. Auto parking was limited to the street but the short walk was well worth the experience. We will go there again.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Club Sandwich, Burger and Fries
YYZ13
Smashburger was excellent. Old school dive atmosphere, but with quality service, cleanliness, amazing food and beer selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam M
One of the best burgers I've ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger and Fries, Burger, Fries
Chad Every
Bernie’s is so great! Went there for my first time last night, and genuinely can’t wait to go back.
They had a great draft beer selection - a good mix of craft, domestic, and international.
Their menu is short in comparison to other restaurants, but that is a good thing! I am a massive fan of concise menus. There are all the bar food classics (wings, mozzarella sticks, calamari), burgers and sandwiches, pizza (Detroit style, which is what I got, and it was soo good), and a few other items like fish and chips. There’s also a brief kids section of the menu. I found all the prices in line with other such establishments.
All in all, I highly recommend Bernie’s Tavern!
Kid-friendliness: There’s a kids section on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peter L
Food was good. Pizza has a thick crust for those who enjoy more of a bread bite. Fries are excellent. Fish and chips come with one piece of fish.
Food was honestly very good came here because of the reviews but the service was less than satisfactory. We ordered a pop and a water and than a appetizer to start (not at a busy time either ) not only was our appetizer brought out before our drinks we had to wait about 10 mins to receive my pop without the water we thought ok they’re going to get it. We then waited another 15 mins before anyone came to ask us our food order without our water until someone finally noticed me trying to get their attention which then the water was brought out. Once our food came it was great credits to the chef, but we were not given napkins or checked on for again around 15 minutes to which then I asked for napkins and it still took over 5 mins to bring them to us. The only thing that came promptly was the bill (again after our dishes stacked were at the end of the table for 10 mins) . As a previous service worker I was super disappointed by this but the food was great
I love Bernie's. We were there most recently to celebrate its 3rd birthday
I love Bernie's! Any chance I get to visit, I make sure to order one of their pizzas or the smash burger (both are fantastic!!!), and grab a pint of Fairweather a High Grade. The service is amazing and the atmosphere is lively. Definitely worth coming back to.
Great vibes , Delicious food
Called about there 3rd birthday deal and they said they were still doing it and to come by, did not ask for a reservation. Proceeded to go there within 10minutws of calling (we live a few blocks away) and they told us we wouldn't be seated without a reservation as they were full....why didn't you say so on the phone what a waste of time.
Local pub vibe with a great selection of beers. Had the margarita pizza which exceeded expectations. Delightful Deteoit style with a sesame crust - absolutely killer.
I went here for the first time tonight. It’s a sweet spot to hang. Good vibes and the food / drink selection is good. Super reasonably priced.
Great food and service. Fun spot!
Bernie’s Tavern offers a unique ambiance that blends urban decay with steel-town nostalgia. The exterior is somewhat uninviting, but once inside, the atmosphere is vibrant and full of character—reminiscent of an old-school auto garage meets a gritty bar. The music and overall ambiance score a solid 8/10.
Service is a standout feature. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and attentive, contributing significantly to the experience (8/10).
The menu is well-built, avoiding the pitfalls of overcomplicated fusion concepts while offering a solid selection of craft beers and local options.
Food & Pricing
Double Smash Burger with Waffle Fries – The burger was flavorful, with fresh condiments (7/10), while the waffle fries were crisp and perfectly executed (10/10). Price: $25.00
Thursday Special: Detroit-Style Pizza & Wings – The pizza, approximately 10x10 inches (small to be honest) was doughy (as expected for Detroit-style) but slightly underwhelming in flavour (6/10). The wings, while well-seasoned and properly cooked, appeared to be fewer than a full pound (7/10). Price: $35.00
Drinks – One draft beer and two Pepsis.
Total cost (including tip): $85.14
Bill $ 70.95
Tip 20% $14.19 (well deserved tip)
Final Verdict
Bernie’s delivers on ambiance, service, and food quality, but its pricing structure is a concern. While the venue and experience justify a visit, the value-for-money ratio is lacking, especially given the portion sizes
In today’s economic climate, affordability and portion expectations play a key role in dining choices.
Would I return? Yes—but I’d be selective in my ordering to maximize value.
Overall Rating: 6.5/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Just went to trivia at Bernie’s! Great experience, food and drinks were good. The entire place has a great vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Bernie's is a great place to just shed off the normal corporate ' fast in-fast out' expectations. Our waitress offered us a very nice separate room that seats up to 8 with our own CNN sports display. It was a Monday wing special night. The wings were huge! I ordered the lemon dry rub wings. Great food and very hot. Our friends also ordered Clubs and Burgers. All of us were very impressed. Auto parking was limited to the street but the short walk was well worth the experience. We will go there again.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Club Sandwich, Burger and Fries
Smashburger was excellent.
Old school dive atmosphere, but with quality service, cleanliness, amazing food and beer selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best burgers I've ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger and Fries, Burger, Fries
Bernie’s is so great! Went there for my first time last night, and genuinely can’t wait to go back.
They had a great draft beer selection - a good mix of craft, domestic, and international.
Their menu is short in comparison to other restaurants, but that is a good thing! I am a massive fan of concise menus. There are all the bar food classics (wings, mozzarella sticks, calamari), burgers and sandwiches, pizza (Detroit style, which is what I got, and it was soo good), and a few other items like fish and chips. There’s also a brief kids section of the menu. I found all the prices in line with other such establishments.
All in all, I highly recommend Bernie’s Tavern!
Kid-friendliness: There’s a kids section on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good. Pizza has a thick crust for those who enjoy more of a bread bite.
Fries are excellent. Fish and chips come with one piece of fish.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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