Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar - Coral Gables

My son always bothers me on Mondays to go there for the $10 burger special... love that they do that! The Brussel Sprouts are amazing

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Merrick Park, TAP42 has quickly ascended to the top of my list of must-visit dining destinations. It’s a place where the convergence of great food, an inviting ambiance, and enticing prices creates an experience that’s simply unrivaled. Each visit to TAP42 is a reminder of what a five-star dining experience should feel like: effortless, enjoyable, and entirely memorable. From the moment you step into TAP42, you’re greeted by an atmosphere that’s both upscale and welcoming. The design is thoughtful, blending modern chic with comfortable warmth, making it the perfect setting for any occasion—be it a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a celebration with friends. The ambiance is a harmonious balance of energy and relaxation, where every guest can find their perfect spot to unwind and indulge. The menu at TAP42 is a culinary adventure waiting to be explored. It features a fantastic array of dishes that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences, each crafted with the freshest ingredients and an eye for creativity. Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty burger, a refreshing salad, or something uniquely innovative, TAP42 delivers with flavors that excite the palate and presentation that delights the eye. What truly sets TAP42 apart, however, is the exceptional value it offers. The prices are remarkably reasonable, especially considering the high quality of food, the level of service, and the overall dining experience. It’s a place where you can enjoy premium dining without the premium price tag, making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. A suggestion for fellow diners: don’t skip on their craft beer selection or their signature cocktails. TAP42 boasts an impressive lineup of beverages that are the perfect complement to any meal. Whether you’re a beer aficionado or a cocktail enthusiast, you’ll find something to love in their carefully curated selection. In closing, TAP42 in Merrick Park isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a destination. It’s where great food meets great ambiance at great prices, all coming together to create an unbeatable dining experience. I wholeheartedly give TAP42 five stars and encourage everyone to discover this jewel in Merrick Park. Whether you’re a first-time guest or a returning fan, TAP42 is a place that will capture your heart and tantalize your taste buds, visit after visit.

I've come here numerous times and always leave satisfied! Prohibition Burger is my favorite, but really everything is great! Quality ingredients in the food and delicious beers on tap. Check out Happy Hour!

Awesome place

Can’t say enough good things about this place! We had the most deliciously amazing lunch! Best chicken and waffles I’ve ever had. Crispy coating with juicy chicken. So good! And the corn guacamole was the best guac we’ve ever had. Beer was great too and our server was super knowledgeable about local beers.

Our server Carlos was amazing!! Almost as good as the ribs! Love this spot

Do not come here if you look under 25 yo, because they will treat you terribly. We came for a birthday dinner with a large party. We made the reservations in advance and were told there would be space for us, but when we arrived we were split into two tables that made it difficult for all of us to speak to each other. This would have been pretty minor, but it was only the beginning of one of the worst, most disrespectful dining experiences I have ever had. When we arrived, we were given regular menus but were not given a drink menu. We had to go to the hostess stand and request them, and she only brought one for our party of 10 split between two tables. When the waitress came over, we all ordered drinks, and she asked for our IDs. She claimed that since some of the IDs were out of state, she would have to get them approved by a manager. She took all 10 of our IDs away. We waited for over 20 minutes to get our IDs back, at which point the manager came to our table and told us that we would not be served because our IDs were 'fake.' I asked if there were any particular ones that concerned him, and he said "all of them," while laughing at us. He then told us we would have to present a secondary form of ID to be served if we were so insistent that they were real (they were). I offered to show him a picture of my passport, but he said no pictures. Why in the world would I have my passport on me??? After some back and forth and us offering to call the police, they looked at our passport pictures and let us be served. They did not apologize. If it hadn't been a birthday dinner with such a large party, we would have left and gone elsewhere but we decided to stick it out (mistake). They moved us to a 10 top. The drinks took 20 or more minutes to come out, and one never came and we had to later ask to take it off the bill. At this point we had been at the restaurant for over an hour and no one had taken our dinner orders. We repeatedly attempted to flag over a waiter but were not successful. After an hour and a half had passed, we got up and asked the hostess to please assign someone to our table. Finally, someone came to take our order. The food came out about a half hour later. The food was fine, maybe even good... but it was just so overshadowed by everything else. We paid our bill and left shortly after, having spent over two and a half hours in the restaurant. I know this restaurant is close to UM, and that college kids probably come in all the time with fake IDs. But our IDs were real, and they need to have a better way to verify that. We were not being rowdy or disruptive -- we were talking across two tables because they had split up our reservation. We were repeatedly talked down to and scoffed at, with our waitress visibly rolling her eyes at us on multiple occasions. I always try to be on the side of the waitstaff in a situation like this -- serving is hard work, and people suck. But the way we were treated at Tap42 was just so incredibly disrespectful. I will not be returning here again, and will be encouraging my friends to stay far away.