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Name: Tarpon Bend
Address: 65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
Telephone: (305) 444-3210
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.58

Tarpon Bend

65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

(305) 444-3210
Store is closed

Tarpon Bend Menu

Soup & Chowders $5

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Salads

Gables Chopped Salad

Gables Chopped Salad

Gables Chopped Salad

Shrimp Arugula Salad

Montego Bay

Classic Caesar

Classic Caesar

Classic Caesar

Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad

Seared Yellowfin Tuna Salad

Gables Chopped Salad

Gables Chopped Salad

Gables Chopped Salad

Shrimp Arugula Salad

Montego Bay

Classic Caesar

Classic Caesar

Classic Caesar

Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad

Seared Yellowfin Tuna Salad
Raw Bar & Teasers

Smoked Fish Dip

Traditional Ceviche

Mexicana Shrimp Margarita

Sicilian Meatballs

Spinach And Artichoke Dip

Grilled Tuscan Calamari "Steak"

Skillet Roasted Clams

Peel & Eat Shrimp

Sauteed Crab Cake

San Diego Fish Tacos

Smoked Fish Dip

Traditional Ceviche

Mexicana Shrimp Margarita

Sicilian Meatballs

Spinach And Artichoke Dip

Grilled Tuscan Calamari "Steak"

Skillet Roasted Clams

Peel & Eat Shrimp

Sauteed Crab Cake

San Diego Fish Tacos
Tarpon Specials

Today's Catch

House Specialty Whole Yellowtail Snapper

Honey- Mustard Glazed Salmon

Crab - Crusted Mahi - Mahi

Sizzling Seafood Kettle

Herb- Peppercorn Crusted Tuna

Maine Lobster

Pan - Fried Snapper

Shrimp Spagatini

Roasted Chicken Breast

Sliced Chimichurri Sirloin

Aged N. Y. Strips Steak

Today's Catch

House Specialty Whole Yellowtail Snapper

Honey- Mustard Glazed Salmon

Crab - Crusted Mahi - Mahi

Sizzling Seafood Kettle

Herb- Peppercorn Crusted Tuna

Maine Lobster

Pan - Fried Snapper

Shrimp Spagatini

Roasted Chicken Breast

Sliced Chimichurri Sirloin

Aged N. Y. Strips Steak
Buns

Big Cheese Burger

Tarpon Burger

Fresh Fish Sandwich

Asian Tuna Burger

Mrs. Penny's Turkey Deluxe

Crab Cake Burger

The Captiva Sandwich

Dolphin Reuben

Big Cheese Burger

Tarpon Burger

Fresh Fish Sandwich

Asian Tuna Burger

Mrs. Penny's Turkey Deluxe

Crab Cake Burger

The Captiva Sandwich

Dolphin Reuben
Sides $3

Fries

Honey - Cider Cole Slaw

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Seasonal Vegetable I & II

Red - Skinned Potato Salad

Black Beans And Yellow Rice

Fries

Honey - Cider Cole Slaw

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Seasonal Vegetable I & II

Red - Skinned Potato Salad

Black Beans And Yellow Rice
Desserts $6.25

Coconut Banana Cream Pie

Warm Pecan Brownie

Grandma's Apple Cake

Key Lime Pie

Coconut Banana Cream Pie

Warm Pecan Brownie

Grandma's Apple Cake

Key Lime Pie
Beverages

Fresh Squeezed Raspberry Lemonade

Stewart's Bottled Root Beer

Fresh - Squeezed Juice

Arnold Palmer

Soda

Water

Fresh Squeezed Raspberry Lemonade

Stewart's Bottled Root Beer

Fresh - Squeezed Juice

Arnold Palmer

Soda

Water

Healthy Meal suggestions for Tarpon Bend

Soup & Chowders $5

Monday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuesday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wednesday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Thursday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Friday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Saturday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sunday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Monday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuesday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wednesday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Thursday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Friday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Saturday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sunday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salads

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Arugula Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Montego Bay [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seared Yellowfin Tuna Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gables Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Arugula Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Montego Bay [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seared Yellowfin Tuna Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Raw Bar & Teasers

Smoked Fish Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Traditional Ceviche [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mexicana Shrimp Margarita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sicilian Meatballs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach And Artichoke Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Tuscan Calamari "Steak" [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Skillet Roasted Clams [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peel & Eat Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Crab Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

San Diego Fish Tacos [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Fish Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Traditional Ceviche [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mexicana Shrimp Margarita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sicilian Meatballs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach And Artichoke Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Tuscan Calamari "Steak" [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Skillet Roasted Clams [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peel & Eat Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Crab Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

San Diego Fish Tacos [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Tarpon Specials

Today's Catch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Specialty Whole Yellowtail Snapper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey- Mustard Glazed Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab - Crusted Mahi - Mahi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sizzling Seafood Kettle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Herb- Peppercorn Crusted Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maine Lobster [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan - Fried Snapper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Spagatini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Chicken Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sliced Chimichurri Sirloin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aged N. Y. Strips Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Today's Catch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Specialty Whole Yellowtail Snapper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey- Mustard Glazed Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab - Crusted Mahi - Mahi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sizzling Seafood Kettle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Herb- Peppercorn Crusted Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maine Lobster [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan - Fried Snapper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Spagatini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Chicken Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sliced Chimichurri Sirloin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aged N. Y. Strips Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Buns

Big Cheese Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tarpon Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Fish Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Asian Tuna Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mrs. Penny's Turkey Deluxe [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Cake Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Captiva Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Dolphin Reuben [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Big Cheese Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tarpon Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Fish Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Asian Tuna Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mrs. Penny's Turkey Deluxe [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Cake Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Captiva Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Dolphin Reuben [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides $3

Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey - Cider Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seasonal Vegetable I & II [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red - Skinned Potato Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Black Beans And Yellow Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey - Cider Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seasonal Vegetable I & II [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red - Skinned Potato Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Black Beans And Yellow Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts $6.25

Coconut Banana Cream Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Warm Pecan Brownie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grandma's Apple Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Key Lime Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Coconut Banana Cream Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Warm Pecan Brownie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grandma's Apple Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Key Lime Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Fresh Squeezed Raspberry Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stewart's Bottled Root Beer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh - Squeezed Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arnold Palmer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Squeezed Raspberry Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stewart's Bottled Root Beer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh - Squeezed Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arnold Palmer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Visit below restaurant in Coral Gables for healthy meals suggestion.

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Write An Anonymous Review

scott s.

Went here for dinner and drinks last night and I was impressed with the food and service. I had the rare tuna, my dad had the salmon, and my mom had the special which was trout and we all loved our meals. Our waiter was very friendly and was informative about the menu. The food took a little while to come out but other than that I will go back for sure. The tuna great, cooked well, raw in the center and the sauce was incredible. We also got the shrimp guacamole appetizer which was very good too.
(4)
Steve M.

now granted ive only been here once, on a saturday night, but wow does this place get packed and loud! i could barely walk around the place. i had to constantly slither my way to the restroom, bar, table etc. just horrible. only lasted for about half an hour before my friends and i decided to leave. if youre claustrophobic, stay away!
(1)
Alexandra V.

This location is usally frequented by my girls and I on a Thursday for $3.50 fruit mojito madness. They create some of the most delicious and refreshing (not to mention well priced) mojitos that vary in flavors: blackberry, watermelon, peach, pineapple, grapefruit. My fave being the first two. However, I ventured out to Tarpon on a Friday night this time around and found myself in what is best described as the Gables meat market. HOLY SAUSAGEFEST! Ladies if you're looking to go fishing, this is the place to be on a Friday night. This venue was chock full of ties, blazers and sweater vests. The men here are coiffed and well dressed. Odds are in our favor, so your drinking tab will most likely end up on one of them. Note to self: come with a full belly or make plans to eat elsewhere. Although there menu is delish (try their fish tacos) trying to get a meal or even an app on a Friday night is nearly impossible.
(4)
lach l.

2 for 1 delicious mojitos plus a buttery yellow fin sandwich and perfect red potato salad more than make up for the somewhat overly expensive menu. Outdoor seating and friendly service sealed the 4th star for me.
(4)
Alexis F.

Seriously... you cant beat Mojito MADNESS THURSDAYS!!!! $3.50 mojitos! all you need is 3-4 for a gooooood buzzz, then order up some delicious food! this place is quickly becoming on of my favorites :) GREAT SERVICE TOO!
(5)
Javier S.

I come here all the time and I'm rarely dissatisfied. The service is great and friendly. They have the best fish tacos in town. Their fish sandwich is superb, try the wahoo if it's available. For those that dont want to go the seafood route, their cheeseburgers are very tasty. As others have mentioned they have great mojito specials on Thursdays, try the watermelon one!
(5)
Frank G.

Can say much about the food because I've only been here to drink. Lots of friends have great comments on their food. I can tell you the have a great bar in a good location with a nice view of miracle mile.
(3)
Deana G.

I went to the Tarpon Bend on a Friday night around 8. Happy hour is until 9. The place was packed to the rim! My friend and I ordered some spniach dip and some sort of shrimp dip as well. I actually really liked the mojitos here. The service seemed to be ok. I had left my bank card at the bar (bc when we first got there we had to wait for a table).. which led to me returning the next day. The night before I couldnt tell how small the Tarpon Bend actually was bc there were soooo many people. As I park to get my card, my friend is like "I could go for another of those mojitos." So inside to the bar we went. We order them, the bartender makes them.. and gives us a "2-4-1" chip. After a long night the previous night - me and my friend just look at each other like "oh wow." Saturday happy hour?? That exists? We each had 3 mojitos. I got hungry and ordered a salad with grilled shrimp. WOW the shrimp was like a mouthgasm. Delicious. As well as the salad. Nice place. Clean bathrooms. They have Thursday mojitos.. cant wait to hit that up!
(4)
Liz T.

the gables one is a high class spin of the fort lauderdale tarpon bend. they're open for lunch and dinner. and they have a pretty good happy hour (buy one get on free, even martinis). i just have to be in the mood to brave the guppies, wait, i mean yuppies. yes, it is full of gables yuppies during happy hour. i like their fish sandwiches. actually all the fish is pretty fresh and tasty. i love their french fries. worth a trip to try for yourself. fyi, when they're busy service can be really slow.
(4)
Deb R.

This is one of our all time favorite places to eat. Be sure to try to fish sandwich. I had my wedding rehearsal lunch here. Everyone loved the meal and the price was very reasonable. I've never had a bad meal here!
(5)
Piggypoo P.

After a frustrating day at the Cobbie Shop trying to find a shoe for my wife's Arizona Brace to fit into, and after the 150 year old manager did his best but ended up cursing podiatrists, we ventured over to The Tarpon Bend. We ordered a delicious rainbow trout which was listed as catch of the day. I remarked to the server that I wondered how they caught it , maybe from the Miami River, but she handled it well enough. Also the horseradish mashed taters were good.Very Fluffy and no garlic thank God. At a nearby table new servers were undergoing induction and were being given a lengthy about values etc. Our server said that the whole staff meet every day to discuss the business, new dishes, etic. In fact a group of about 6 servers were all having a small glass of wine while the leader was holding forth. If you need a fine place for your eats They will find you some comfortable seats And so Tarpon Bend Is the place in the end For a lot of delectable treats
(5)
amy c.

Tarpon bend was great. We were walkign around Sunday night and were not feeling anything. Tarpon Bend actually had a menu we meshed with. The gave us a free appetizer (A Shrimp Margarita- awesome) and the fish tacos were really good. The staff was wonderful and sometimes that is what counts more when you are out of town.
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T F.

Great food, great happy hours!
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danielle b.

if you come here.. Get the corvina sandwich if its offered. You wont be sorry. I am not a seafood person by any means and this is probally the best thing they have. I used to work here a couple years ago and I would recommend it to anyone who asked my opinion...and always got profusely thanked after the meal. Key lime pie= best thing ever. Wayne, the manager, is a pleasure.... Really genuinely cares about his job...a rare quality in the restaurant business.
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jen r.

i hate hate this place!! they got completely full of themselves when they were THE happy hour spot to be at 4 yrs ago. now they are basically a ghost town, im guessing they will pick up again with the spillover from sports exchange. true story: i was there with a group of 6 ppl during their hot phase back in 2005. we had a prime outside table and we were all eating and drinking! we still had plates on the table when the waitress brought us the check, caught off guard we said no we arent done, we want to see dessert menu and order another round. she said no. so we asked for manager, who also asked to pay and leave and go stand by the bar for more drinks. we explained we hadnt even been given the option for dessert. he said we really need to turn over your table. when we refused, he called over 2 c.g. police who basically escorted us out, after we paid the bill (tip excld)! super embarassing and totally unecessary! i have been back twice when ive been outnumbered in groups, but refuse to give one penny to this place, i literally have just sit there and drink water.
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Patty F.

Best fish tacos and I'm addicted to the Tarpon burger and the french fries! If you like fruity drinks order the mamasita it is delish and you will have a great buzz! The Friday night happy hour is awesome and if you buy one drink they give you a 2nd one free!
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Carly R.

I went here with two of my friends at like 10 PM on a weekday and there was a decent amount of people. I ordered the tuna sashimi and even though it had wasabi cream on top, it was still delicious and I finished it all. I liked that the sashimi came with seaweed salad, my personal favorite. My friend got the Big Cheese Burger which she said was decent. My other friend ordered the SouthWest Chicken Tortilla Salad which was HUGE and although delicious, he could not finish it. Our waitress was friendly and very attentive. The runner brought everything out quickly. Their cocktails looked interesting as well so I will probably return just to check out the bar!
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Raulito P.

Not sure if this place needs another good review, but I can't help it... any place in this city that can do a 2 for 1 drink special until 10pm on a Friday has to get a good review from me. It is that simple... 2 for 1 until 10pm!!! You can also save those amazing wooden chips and use them next time you stop by (I like to accumulate chips and use them once a month on what I like to call "Rauly's Free Friday"). If you travel into the Gables on Friday after 5pm, then you must spend an hour (2, 3 or 4) having drinks at Tarpon Bend. Oh, and the Tuna Burger is the best in town!
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Sebastian E.

I found my way to Tarpon Bend for an AIA happy hour. The place looks nice. Boothed seating and a drop back kitchen. The front of the restaurant is the bar, common for Coral Gables, since it is not legal to have a freestanding bar (that does not primarily serve food). The next line of defense are high top tables and then the above tables, etc. By the time I arrived on a Friday around 7 pm the place was already nicely crowded and you had to flag the barkeep for attention to place an order. The drinks were standard and standard priced. Nothing special here that you would not get elsewhere in the Gables. What I liked about the place was the enormous chalkboard boasting the largest catches by name, size, fishermen and location. Interesting. I would love to know how they keep the record and more important what they do with the catch. Were these made into a dish? Special event menu? ...or is it just a nice way to show off the lucky guys catch. Regardless. The place is nice and seems to be a good happy hour spot. As for the food. I only had some calamari appetizer that were decent. No special flavors, but certainly nothing wrong with them. I leave the place with mixed emotions. One day I will go back to try out the menu...
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Cristina F.

Not going to lie, TB's draw is it's happy hour on Fridays and Mojitos on Thursdays. It's definitely a great place to meet people, the guys will usually strike up a conversation if you look unattached. The pinapple mojitos are great and the dirty martinis are deadly. They also make a great burger.
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Surf W.

Went for lunch and it took for ever to get our food. I had the fish tacos and they were cold and lathered with guacamole sauce. Would not order them again. Nice restaurant but a bit pricey for the fish. Would not go again to eat but would go back to check out happy hour
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Janice S.

Every time I am in Miami, I have to come here for some of their amazing calamari. Thursday night mojito specials are an added plus. The place is crowded for reason. Yup the place can be loud and is often filled with yuppies after work, but I find it to be part of its charm. It is definitely a place for 30 something singles to mingle, if that it what you are looking for. For me, it is the drinks and calamari - YUM!
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Alex R.

I love this place! The happy hour is awesome. Good vibe on friday nights from 6-10pm (2 for 1 drinks). The food is not the best but it is pretty good. Try the spinach dip or the smoked fish dip. Best dessert in the house is the warm apple bread pudding with ice cream :)
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Elizabeth Z.

I've walked by this place on many occasions and it always seems packed and bustling. Last night I finally got to try it and I had a great time. The crowd seems a mix of young'ns like myself and older professionals. I didn't get to try any of the food but I think the crowd generally came for drinks anyway. The music was fun and varied and I've already enlisted my friends to come back here soon.
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Jorge U.

We stopped in early New Years Eve just for a quick drink and a small bite to eat. The bartender was fun -- full of energy -- very friendly outgoing & talkative. He was a little forgetful though. We told him we wanted menus & it took him a while to remember to bring them. I had a blue moon & I liked that it came with a chunk of orange instead of the usual slice. We ordered fish tacos and some horseradish mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were just that. They were good but there was no hint of horseradish to them. But the fish tacos were fantastic. Moist tasty & delicious. It seemed promising enough that we went back for lunch the next day and we weren't disappointed with the food. We started with the mexican shrimp margarita appetizer. Pretty damn good. Shrimp black beans & avocado served with tortilla chips. Even the chips were good. Warm fresh & crisp without a hint of greasiness. The crab crusted mahi was excellent. Just like the with the fish tacos the fish was cooked perfectly. For a side I tried the honey-cider cole slaw and it was good, but it was just cole slaw. No real taste of honey or cider. Seems to be a recurring thing with their sides. The only real negative was that our server, though friendly, was pretty inattentive. The place was almost empty at lunch time on New Years Day and we could see the staff standing in the kitchen area talking. That kinda sucked for us.
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Melanie E.

For some reason we generally end up eating here when we're feeling unimaginative and can't recall a spectacular place that's close by. Could be because we really hate spending more than $15 for a great meal, and there are few places nearby where that can be achieved. Don't get me wrong though, we've had many a scrumptious dish - my favorite is fish tacos which until not long ago were only available until 3 pm for some strange reason. My husband always orders tuna, he's a pretty hard guy to please, so although they don't "give it to you for free, it must be good". They also make a mean mojito and a pretty decent margarita. Outside seating is a plus, especially if toting Mapuche the sloth boxer puppy (waitress was crazy about him - smart woman, big tip!)
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jessica p.

Andrew and josh were the best, the lobster was to die for!!!!!!!!
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Jacob C.

Been coming here pretty often for their happy hour...which is awesome. They have a pretty great deal with 2 for 1 drinks and the food is pretty delicious too. The last time I was out there we were knocking back glasses of whiskey and having some of their oyster shooters. The oyster shooters come in a little shot glass with some hot sauce and lemon and other goodies and you just shoot them back without having to worry about the shell. It gets pretty hectic for happy hour so you might want to call in a reservation for a table if you don't want to stand around all evening.
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Dim S.

The staff was friendly and the seafood was awesome! I got the sizzling seafood skillet thing (can't remember the exact name). It was one of the best seafood dishes I had in a while, and the broth was insane! Unless you like a loud crowd, I would recommend going on a weekday when it is a little more quiet and mellow
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Janine R.

Great happy hour spot! 241 drinks until 9pm on Fridays! You cannot beat that anywhere in Miami. Although, it gets extremely crowded, it's a great atmosphere to mingle and make new friends. I recommend getting here early around 6 or 630 latest to guarantee a table or at least a spot at the bar. The food is pretty good, but Little more on the pricier side. The mojitos are are out of this world. Try the berry mojito, you'll thank me later! Besides the great happy hour and nice crowd, Tarpon is a staple among Coral Gables and has a really nice vibe and interior. Reminds me of an updated fish house.
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Michelle S.

I love fries. Especially the skinny ones and Tarpon Bend has them. I crave tarpon bend just for them and their drink specials. I usually order the Asian tuna sandwich which is very tasty and the tuna is always fresh. Their menu is limited so luckily I found my favorite dish and always stick to it.
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Dave H.

I had heard good things about this place but as it is with practically every other place I've been in Miami, service is terrible. Bartender got my drink and said he'd get a menu for me. But 20 minutes later, I still didn't have a menu and everyone else around me who arrived after me not only had a menu but had already placed their order. The food was good and I'll give their bartender a break - eveybody has a bad day. Overall, I'd recommend it.
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Kristy C.

Great burger! Great service! I really liked this place! :)
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AC O.

Excellent food. The calamari is simply perfect. The seafood kettle is the best option for seafood lovers; delicious. I don't give it 5 stars only because the service was good but not outstanding.
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Karin D.

All I can say is HAPPY HOUR! This place gets packed for 2-for-1 drinks during happy hour, you order one and get a token to get your next drink free. I had tree different kinds of raw oysters which were amazing, and some corn shrimp fritters which were tasty too. Make sure you get there early to get a spot at the bar!
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Priscilla A.

I love love love Tarpon Bend!!! Pretty much everything is good at this restaurant. I worked in the gables for about 4 years and probably the thing I miss most about not working there is not being able to go to lunch here whenever I please. Their appetizers are really good: calamari, smoked fish dip, Margarita shrimp dip, fish tacos. I say order the swordfish when they have it. Burger is good too and I love their fries. And if you go for happy hour they have 2 for 1 !!!
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Nathan F.

I love this place so much! The salmon wasabi burger special (wednesday I think) is probably the best sandwich i've ever had. The miracle mile mojito is off the hook too! Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
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Michelle S.

Happy hour drink specials are good. I had the Tuna Sashimi. It was OK. Service was friendly but slow. Dont think I'll return.
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Wynndel B.

The food is great and mojito are as well. Get the cedar plank salmon it's like butter.
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Kool K.

After a long day I was looking for a relaxed atmosphere to unwind and eat a bite. The place was rather empty after the Heat game, which was a good thing. I ordered my drink and appetizer, szechuan calamari. Delivered quickly with a smile. It was typical frozen clamari with a slight spicy twist. I actually enjoyed it. My 10oz burger was up next. Nice presentation with string fries. The bun was lightly toasted and a hunk of melted cheese with all of the condiments. The burger was delicious and hit the spot! Everything was very good, from the attentive service with a smile, timing of the food, awesome music, and surprisingly good food. I didn't expect much and walked away feeling that this place is worth a return. I just hope that this can be duplicated on my next visit. Because consistency is the key in restaurants......
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Patricia P.

the oysters were super small! and i mean miniscule. Also I tried to order another app and the waiter said the kitchen was closed (understandable-but 10 minutes after that I saw him take an order and bring food to another table0
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Christina C.

As someone mentioned in their review, this is usually the place where my friends and I gather when we can't think of any other place to go close by. I enjoy their food... the smoked fish dip is great, the oysters are amazing, and the service is good; no complaints there. The only reason I think I stopped enjoying this place is because of the $$$. Every time I go, I end up paying bills in excess of $50 for some appetizers and drinks, which is rather overpriced in my opinion. Otherwise, it's a great place to hang out and socialize; just keep an eye on how much you're spending and you should be fine.
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Franky A.

I always end up at this place whenever Houston's is too packed but I always walk away happy. The food is solid and the bar scene there is good too. They have great french fries there and there fish sandwich is delicious. If you're in the area for happy hour, it's always fun.
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Chris M.

Met a 4 friends at the coral gables venue on a Friday 8pm. The place was packed. The wait for tables was going to be extremely long; but that wasn't the issue. The problem was the climate. They had every single door open and from what I was told the Ac or fans or something broke. After being there another hour we were soaked from sweating and decided to leave... There are 24 hour a/c companies in Miami. Customers come first and before ruining their night with a soaked filled sweatfest GET IT FIXED. FAIL!!!
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Remy L.

Their food is good overall and the ambiance definitely makes it a great place to have dinner or lunch or happy hour. Great oyster shot!!!
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Agatha C.

Only putting two stars because the crowd was bumping and I actually love it on Friday. Beware though, the service is horrible! Never met such rude bartenders in my life! We paid 50 bucks for 4 drinks and didn't leave him a tip only because of how rude this guy was. I've never experienced service like this in my life! He made us wait 25 minutes at the bar to order drinks because WE DIDNT KNOW what beer we wanted! I'm sorry I wanted to ask what bottle selection you had prick! Honestly I've never been so upset at the lack of customer service than I had in this restaurant. Honestly I'm probably never coming again..
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Dana D.

Happy hour from 3-9 on a Friday. BOGO system works with tokens. Be sure to use up your tokens before cut off hour. Last night I witnessed a man slam his token on the bar, slide his glass over and say, "whiiiiisskeeey, NOW!" It was past 9, but his commanding tone/inebriated manner won him another drink. Try this. * Tarpon Bend is that place you go for happy hour when you're single and pretentious, and you're unemployed but you get dressed in business attire, pretending to have had a hard week at work, but really,you're just there to find someone to get down with. I'm not single, but I am unemployed. **I think I saw the guy that changed my oil that morning in a suit at Tarpon Bend.
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Juan N.

Very well managed and run. The service is great. I rerally like the fish sandwich with corvina when they have it. The fish sandwich is really good too because of a key lime mustard spread that is delicious and makes the bun taste so sweet. This place also might have my favorite fries in all of Miami. I know you wouldn't expect a seafood place to have great fries, but these fries are really good.
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emely j.

There is a little extra ingredient when grandma cooks for you. It could be the way she knows her way around the kitchen, or how she does not even need measuring cups, or perhaps the love she pours into every dish. This dessert was no different except I don't know this grandma and will probably never meet her. Nonetheless, the Tarpon Bend Grandma's Apple Cake is something special. It's as if an apple pie were to meet a bread pudding and have a beautiful sweet gushy baby. It's served warm and is super moist with apples in the batter along with cinnamon and nutmeg. Served with vanilla ice cream and as many spoons as you like. The size is perfect to share, as you will most likely be pretty full eating here. I really felt it was made special just for me. Of the three desserts here, this was the best, hands down. Don't change a thing Grandma!
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Eliza M.

Tarpon has an energetic fun atmosphere and it is a great place to go with friends for happy hour, dinner or drinks. Of course it is a little bit pretentious but that is expected in Miami. The service is very good. The restaurant is always full of people, expect a long wait for dinner on weekend nights. i would give it four stars but the food and price drag it down. The menu is almost exclusively seafood, which is frustrating if you are not in the mood for fish. The most frustrating part of the menu though is its prices. The food is overpriced and boring. I'll definitely return to Tarpon, I'm just not convinced it is special enough for more than three stars.
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Richard K.

I came here to watch a UM football game and for some drinks with friends. We were seated at the table situated nicely between three nice TV's. What annoyed me about this is Tarpon Bend was showing UM only on one TV. Hey Tarpon Bend, your joint is one mile away from UM cater to your customers a little better on game day. They strike out on this aspect. On to the food. I shared the meatball dish with a friend just to have some nibble nibble food while drinking. The meatballs were $10 and very tasteless. So far, they are 0 for 2 at the plate maybe they will get a hit with their service. How long does it take to get a drink around here? My friends and I waited 15 minutes for our drinks. It took so long, we forgot about the drinks and we so oblivious that we swore they magically appeared before us. They get bonus points for making drinks appear out of thin air. Tarpon Bend is batting a cool .000 but, maybe the bartender can serve it a little faster. Oh the bartender, what a rude dude. Rude dude took forever inspecting my ID and took forever to pour my Jack on the rocks. It is not rocket science. It only takes three steps. One, ice in glass. Two, pour Jack on ice. Three, Hand me the stinking glass. Another strikeout for Tarpon Bend. I wrote this thinking about the Giants in the world series. Hopefully, the Giants do better than tarpon Bend at the plate.
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Antonella B.

This place deserves two stars just because of the atmosphere. The bartenders are super rude and take forever to take your drink order. I wouldn't come again, it's not worth waiting 20 min for 4 drinks and paying $50 for them
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Roland P.

The service there was not bad. The waiter was attentive considering how packed it was. My complaint was about the food. We were a party of 8 & I don't think any of us could say that they enjoyed their meal. All of us ordered different things, and you could see it the looks of everyone at the table as they took bites, that they were not satisfied. I would go there for happy hour only & have drinks but do not have a meal there.
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Natalie R.

We had dinner on a Monday night. The service was extremely rushed. We ordered a bottle of wine and the server kept topping us up when we didn't even need more wine- it was clear he just wanted us to order another bottle. The worst part was that two of us ordered the ahi tuna salad. Both of us got food poisoning and were really sick from it. I was visiting Miami for a few days and this experience ruined my evening and two days after. None of us will return. *update- the manager followed up with us after this review and is taking actions to investigate the food poisoning, rushed service and reimburse us for the meal. This was appreciated.
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Cindy B.

Tarpon Bend is our go to place. Great fresh food, and wonderful service. Perfect every time.
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Hannah S.

I've found a new fave seafood spot! Busy, busy, busy on a Friday night! We had to wait, but didn't mind, since the company was fab. Totally dig the open air atmosphere with the little courtyard and high ceilings. Oyster shooters - AMAZING. But I liked it better sans vodka (shocking, I know!). And I have to say, every appetizer on their menu looked simply amazing. Fish taco - delicious. Totally ordering a few of those next time. They ran out of the tuna sandwich I ordered - sad. But the shrimp sandwich was an excellent alternative. All in all, I really enjoyed our evening here and will definitely be back, especially given that I can eat basically everything on the menu - so sweet. Plus, I'm totally looking forward to trying the Mojito madness dealie.
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Janelle F.

I hadn't been to Tarpon Bend in a while, and was in the mood for seafood and headed over. The quality of the food and service has gone down substantially. Our server was missing in action most of the night. The fish I ordered also came out very undercooked which completely grossed me out. Lastly, the crowd of drunk d-bags by the bar was also quite the turnoff. I hope Tarpon Bend does something quick to go back to what it used to be. I'll suck up the drive and head to Oceanaire before I come back here for a while!
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Lana N.

At Tarpon Bend as I write this. I am only writing because I am deeply offended. My husband and I were bantering with the bartender regarding marriage and prenuptial agreements. He congratulated my husband on having one--while Im sitting here. Little does he know that Im the one with the money (sorry baby). Misogynist. You're a bald middle aged bartender. It was tasteless and off color. Also not attractive...repremanding your coworkers in front of customers. Complaining about paying customers while they sit in front of you? Are you a manager---if so, that's even worse.
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Daniel C.

I went here with high expectations as it was highly recommended. We walked in and were seated promptly at a table that was extremely uncomfortable for 5 people. It was one of their high-top booths where you sit on a half-moon shaped banquette. We quickly asked to me moved and they were accommodating. As an appetizer I had Oysters on the half-shell. They were very good but require no skill to prepare. As an entree i chose the Pan Seared Tuna Steak. I ordered it rare and expected it to be served that way. My fish came to me WELL DONE. I am never one to send something back but the waitress could tell from my face that I was not happy with what I was served and offered to have the kitchen remake the entree. It again came out to me overcooked. This time it was Medium at best. I accepted the meal and ate around the parts that were way over cooked. The manager came over and apologized as he is aware that seared tuna should be just that. Seared on the outside and RARE inside. He offered to remove the entree from out bill. I left disappointed with the food. The other people at the table were satisfied with their meals but nothing really wowed us. I was happy with the attention from the waitress and the manager, they handled the situation the best way they could. If I go back I will update my review if the experience warrants it, but as of now there are other places I would rather go then to be disappointed again.
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Cecy C.

Everything on the menu is excellent, service is good, & the drinks aim to please. Happy hour gets nuts, so arrive early to secure your spot!
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Paulinacasado O.

DO NOT MISS THE SPICY THAI CALAMARI! ok, obvious best happy hour in gables and great space. Just dont leave anything with staff (like a custom bday cake) the staff will eat it, tell you they did and then apologize! odd yes!
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Miriam W.

I went to Tarpon Bend for the first time this afternoon for a lunch meeting and I was impressed by the oceanic interior which made me feel less like I dining on Miracle Mile and more like I was dining waterfront. Actually, I didn't plan on eating anything, because I had a late, light breakfast, but I decided to compensate (a little) for the revenues the restaurant would've made since the majority of the expected attendees did not show up. It says a lot about the service here (while business was pretty slow), the waiter did not force us to move from a table reserved for 15, when we turned out to be a table of 5! To continue, the staff were all friendly, and smiled a lot. They genuinely seemed happy to serve, and refreshingly happy to be working there. Now, on to the soup I ordered, which was the Spicy Tomato Parmesan. It was delicious and reminded me of a tomato roasted red pepper bisque soup that I make with parmesan crisps. However, I did not taste any spice in the soup aside from the fresh cracked pepper that I cracked on top of it myself. Aside from cocktails, my friends ordered a salmon cedar plank dish (looked so yummy) and a chicken sandwich that came with fries (huge portion), and they both were pleased with their selections. I will definitely return to this restaurant for lunch or even dinner. The atmosphere is both relaxing and fun, and the service is great, and as you yelpers know, great service with a smile is hard to find.
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Sandra N.

This place serves really good drinks. However, I've never been happy with my bartenders. Kinda standoffish. I think it's because I'm young and this place attracts a slightly older crowd.
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Pedro P.

The more I come here, the less and less I like this place. I used to rave about their Tuna burger but the last couple of times I've had it, it's been watery and very salty. I wouldn't rave about it being Sushi grade like they do. It's an ok fall-back place but it's lost it's status in my mind as a go-to place. I'm not sure that even makes sense but you get my drift.
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Kristen C.

OK -- for the service, Tarpon Bend gets 2 stars from me. However, their Asian Tuna Burger bumps up my rating by 2 stars. You have to order the burger rare -- sooo good. It comes with a perfectly spicy wasabi mayo and really, that's all it needs. I would come back simply for this burger. The service, on the other hand, left much to be desired. Our server was mostly absent.
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Christina V.

I can't lie.. In regards to the 'Mojito Madness' there is an obvious reason that they are only $3.50. I went with my friends to check them out one night and we were unpleasantly surprised with them. They were less Mojito-ish and more like eating a soup of a berry and mint leaves! lol But that's the gamble when you go see a great deal isn't it?? I would now like to focus my attention on the food. The food is really great. I have ordered pretty much everything on here and enjoyed it from start to finish. I honestly don't come here enough. (mostly cause I get a yummy home cooked meal most nights from my honey) but I do very much enjoy when i do come out to have dinner or lunch here. Also, the regular drinks (that aren't on special) are quite amazing. I tried this new drink that my boyfriend heard about (Kettle One Citron with Red Bull) really refreshing. I recommend!
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Bryn H.

I've been going to Tarpon Bend for years. What is not to like? Okay, so it's not my absolute favorite, but it's always solidly good. The menu is varied and the staff knows it quite well. There are regular specials and the place gets packed at happy hours (and sometimes non-happy hours). There is seating at couches and at tables outside, the bar inside is super long and oval, so you'll have plenty of places to stake out to get the bartender's attention, and there is table and booth seating inside. If you're into the Gables scene, the location is great - smack in the middle of Miracle Mile. If you're looking for solid quality and a nice time, go here :)
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Lourdes D.

I met up with a friend for Tarpon Bend's happy hour on a Thursday around 4 p.m. and it was a very pleasant experience. Not too many people were there at that time, so it was a nice space to talk and have some good food and drinks. Their happy hour is buy one get one free on certain drinks, and $3.50 mojitos (that come in a ton of different flavors). I had their Sofia Coppola sparkling wine and my friend had a blackberry mojito and an orange margarita. The sparkling wine was pretty typical and my friend said her mojito was delicious, but she couldn't finish her orange margarita because of the very strong taste. I had just eaten before going so I didn't get the chance to try one of their meals, but I did enjoy their daily soup special, which was coconut conch chowder. It was amazing - it had a Caribbean kick to it and it was a teeny bit spicy, but good to the last drop. My friend ordered a tuna burger which comes with shoestring fries, and she ate every bite. Tarpon Bend is located at the end of Miracle Mile so you can park in one of the city garages or one of the meters in front of the restaurant. I hope I can go back soon and really experience more of Tarpon Bend.
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Vanessa S.

I feel like the quality of the food and service have really taken a nose dive recently. I used to love going to Tarpon and having the margarita shrimp appetizer and a good drink, but now it feels kind of soggy or run down... Happy hours are still ok because no one's really eating... but the food is passable, not memorable or exciting and sometimes down right not too good. Maybe I'll give it a break and head back to see if things get better.
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Carla L.

Not a cheap burger but DEFlNlTELY a great one. Actually all of their food is tasty, abundant. Good place to go if you are in the Gables area and want a great burger. Their mixed drinks are also quite delish... Service wise, in all fairness l have only been there on the weekends on off hours so l can't give an objective view on what its like when its busy. The service was just fine when l went. Parking.. meh.. Coral Gables, enough said.
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Colleen C.

Pretty good, not great. Definitely do not get the calamari appetizers unless you are going for high calorie, breaded fried with no taste of fish. The calamari in the seafood stew was good though. The plank salmon was good, be sure to suggest they undercook it, otherwise it will be overcooked. Very plentiful, and with careful ordering, a good meal.
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Johnny Q.

Cool after work corporate spot. Went after work for a happy hour with co-workers on a Thursday. Definetly crowded but you can for sure be within a large group and not feel cramped. Two for one drink specials and $5 mojitos all day were great. Was expecting sugar bombs for that cheap but were made perfect.
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Whitney R.

I ventured to Tarpon Bend for Happy Hour on a friday evening. It was a little crowded, but we were able to get drinks at a reasonable pace. Although they were their normal price, whenever you buy one drink they give you a wooden nickel type thing that you can get another drink for free. The best part about this is that you can either use it then, or save it for the next time you come. I think it might be useful if you were drinking beer, to pay for that during the happy hour, then stock up on chips, and use them when you come back to drink whiskey. Overall I found nothing special about this place, it seemed like any other semi professional watering hole.
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Chiara M.

I like this place, its a cool place to go hang out, have some good seafood and a drink. My favorite plate is the Crab Crusted Mahi Mahi with mashed potatoes. It very very good. Also they now have a new appetizer which I always go back for, the Tuna TarTar, its also very delicious. On Thursdays it's Mojito Thursday and the mojitos are $3. They have some good tasting mojitos, pineapple, blackberry, watermelon, and grapefruit. If you go get them!! Also, my bf and is buddies like the oyster shooters a lot. You can get them with greygoose vodka or without. They seem to sell a lot. If you like oysters, you should definitely get these. Overall, love the place, great service and great food =)
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Annette M.

I have tried almost everything on the menu here at Tarpon Bend. So far, I have no complaints! Everything is delicious. I recommend the crab crusted mahi mahi, the Friday fish burger special, the smoke burger (not on the menu any longer, but if you ask for it, they can make it ) and Sunday's soup of the day- ****tomato parmesan. As for the service, I think the staff is extremely friendly and genuinely happy to help customers' in every way possible. They make the experience of dining out quite enjoyable.
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Michael S.

This should be two and a half stars. If you want fish and can't think of anyplace else you might want to go, come here,,,,,,,,, or maybe not. When they first opened they started out with a bank. They stole a lot of help from Houston's so you knew that they would actually understand what service is all about. They had a nice raw bar display with a choice of at least six different types of oysters, clams, shrimp, crabs, etc. The oysters were good, fresh and well shucked. The fish was usually OK. it was fresh but the cooking was always lacking. The sides have always been fresh and well made. Unfortunately it is now like a crap shoot, you never know what you are going to get. The Houston's veterans are gone. Sometimes the fish tacos are good, sometimes they are fried batter with avocado. The lobster roll hovers somewhere near mediocre. The fish preparation is still hit or miss. And forget about the oysters. If you are lucky they might have two choices now, they are usually pre-shucked and there is more shell in the oyster than oyster in the shell (why can't anybody in Miami shuck oysters?). Another restaurant on a sad slide downward.
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Justin A.

The oysters are great but expensive. The sandwiches are a good size. A pretty nice spot on Miracle Mile for lunch or for an early happy hour. The drinks are 2 for 1 from 3-7.
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Tienanh C.

I went with a few friends and we tried each others' dishes. Every dish we had was delicious. And, it was a good place to hang out. The only negative here is that because everything was fish/seafood, it didn't keep me full the whole night. We started with Calamari. The batter was clumpy, therefore it was uneven, but the unique "orange-zest"(my own description) flavor more than made up for it. Highly recommended! We ordered Oyster shooters - 1 of each type per person - Fanny Bay, Delaware, and Malbeque. The oysters were delicious as it bathed in cocktail sauce. Main dishes: 1) Seafood Kettle - very good light tomato sauce. The seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, fish, calamari) went well with the sauce, but the "few" pieces of potato was not enough to fill me up. 2) Crab crusted Mahi mahi - The mahi mahi was delicious, but Crab flavor was hiding. 3) Pan friend snapper - the flavor was light; good texture; good taste. Very delicious. 4) Yellowfin tuna, seared & rare - it was very easy to eat. I am a fan of food being cooked rare, but even if you aren't, this dish was easy to eat. It didn't taste rare. Overall, 4 stars. I feel embarrassed I can't come up with better descriptions for these dishes. They were all so simple, yet, with the cook's personal touch, so delicious. The one common theme I can say about all the main dishes is that they were light in flavor, but somehow it worked very well. You can taste and smell the flavor in every bite, although it's subtle.
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Jason R.

The food here is ok been here twice and will probably keep it at that. The worst part about this place is Thurs -Sat nights when you get a Doral, Kendall, Miami Lakes and Hialeah crowd in the Gables, it seems as though they came to get a glimpse of high society. This will definitely keep me away from this place
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Liana S.

So there you go, I like Tarpon Bend. I avoided this place for a long time. Between a screaming child incident and the pretentious crowds that spill out on to the Mile with plastic cups, I never felt compelled to pick Tarpon Bend over all the other great Gables eateries. But alas, it was a Sunday night, and we wanted something light, near by and easy. After some deliberations Tarpon Bend it was. Atmosphere is trendy, yet relaxed and fresh. We had a few flights of ultra fresh oysters presented very nicely over ice. I also ordered their yellow fin tuna salad. Frankly I will be going back for this salad. The mix of their fresh and crunchy lettuce, onions and yellow fin tuna was delicious. In spite of asking for it undressed, I got a dressed salad, but I was secretly glad after tasting it because it was just perfect . For dessert, the manager was nice enough to treat us to their house brownie and decaf espresso. There went the salad ; ) The service took the cake at Tarpon Bend on this visit. Our bartender was pleasant, knowledgeable and very attentive. And the manager was so concerned that my salad was served dressed, he threw in dessert. Great food, atmosphere and customer experience - how refreshing! Guess I stayed away too long.
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Rachel M.

If I had to rate them on their mojitos and tacos, I'd give them 5+ stars! Thursday nights they have $3.50 mojitos in almost any flavor you can think of. They are HEAVENLY. I will definitely go back just to have one, or TEN. ;) The fish tacos and grilled shrimp salad were delicious. Apart from the drink specials on Thursday, I'd say this place is pretty pricey if you're on a budget.. but this is coming from a grad student. Also, if you're a fan of al-fresco dining, I would NOT recommend it here. Yes, they have out door seating, but the bar next door is so loud. Their music mixes with the music from Tarpon, and it ends up just being annoying. Stick to the inside.
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G-Funk G.

I came to Tarpon B end for a very quick lil happy hour get-together after work on a Thursday. I really enjoyed the decor of the place and our party of 8 was seated immediately. As I mentioned I was only here for about 20 minutes, but in those twenty minutes we ordered, received, and devoured this great gaucamole, bean, and shrimp tartare looking appetizer which was SO delicious. Our waitress was very attentive, and the drinks were very well made (I had a magarita that really hit the spot). I had to leave pretty quickly and the waitress was quick to bring out my portion of the bill :) I will definitely be back for a full meal.
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Yeleny S.

I am guessing this place has managed to stay afloat simply because of its location and happy hour; it's definitely not the food. I gave it a couple of tries but was never impressed. It's an OK place for a drink but not my bar of choice.
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Thom M.

Great fish sandwichs and Ice cold beer. Service was pleasant and attentive. Great lunch
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luis s.

Great burgers great food, oh and 2-1 drinks till 9 yupp im all there! if your a fan of oysters clam etc tarpon bend has a great raw bar! whats cool about it if you wanna have a nice dinner you can, and on other hand if you wanna be laid back watch a game have some raw oysters and beer in you sandals you can do that too!
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Liz R.

Who's mad?? I'm mad for Tarpon Bend's Thursdays Mojito Madness!!! I got an email from UrbanDaddy about Tarpon Bend's Thursday All-Day $3.50 mojitos and $1 tacos and I couldn't wait until quittin' time to get my eat and drink on... With those prices, you'd be a fool not to go. If you do plan on going mad on Thursdays, keep in mind you need to get there before 9pm to enjoy the dollar tacos or else you'd be mad and quite drunk with no food in your belly... We sadly missed the cut off time (9pm) but plan on coming back to try them. I have been to Tarpon before for your typical Happy Hour which has always been good but the food has always been ok, at best. We only ordered apps so I can't review them on their actual entrees so keep that in mind. We decided on the smoked fish dip, which was more like a pate because it was too thick to dip anything into and quite fishy... then again it was smoked fish. We also ordered calamari which was delicious!!! Perfectly crisp and came with this spicy red sauce... so good we got 2 orders. Their spinach and artichoke dip was good with slices of jalapeÃ±o... quite tasty. On the watery front, we went for the mojitos which ROCKED! We all had blackberry and watermelon mojitos. If I could've married my blackberry mojito, I might've. It wasn't too sweet and the tart from the blackberry only made it amazing! The watermelon mojito was sweet and sort of Jolly Ranchery but good, nonetheless. I will be back to try the tacos, for $1 of course, and imbibing those delicious mojitos. Such a deal!
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Ivonne Marie C.

Nothing like a beautiful, breezy and sunny day in Miami - so of course, we couldn't let it go to waste staying in the office all day. So off we went to Tarpon Bend to have lunch on their outdoor patio. Our waitress was excellent (sorry, don't remember her name); very attentive and nice. I was undecided about whether to eat the Asian Ahi Tuna sandwich, or the Dolphin Reuben. So I did what I always do - I left it up to the waitress. She brought me the Dolphin Reuben. Good selection, though I think both options were good. The sandwich was not delicious, but it was good. It was missing a little something, but I can't quite figure out what. Everyone else's meals looked delicious. This place is good, but it's not the best or worst place I've been to. The rating is pretty fair as the stars call it - A-OK.
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Luis M.

A few friends and I went to Tarpon Bend for their Mojito Thursdays last week. I had never been there before but I was super impressed with everything about that place. We went there mostly to drink, but as we got hungry we ordered their Schezuan (spelling?) Calamari and it was plentiful and delicious. It wasn't overly spicy but it had enough kick that you felt the spices and you could taste the combination of flavors that made ti taste so good. The bill was very cheap for the amount of time and drinks that we ordered with the food. I would return to Tarpon Bend without any hesitation.
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Emily V.

Something about this place, to me, seems very bland. The food and drinks are pricey, but good. I think it's the fact that things here are good and not great. It doesn't particularly stand out. It's ok. The service was good. The food was good. The drinks were good. And, as far as I've read from the other reviews, it doesn't seem to stick out in anyone elses mind either. You be the judge.
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Annie A.

My husband had lunch here a couple months ago and kept saying how much he liked the Seafood Kettle. He finally brought me to Tarpon Bend to check out the kettle. It was Sunday, there was a nice crowd, but it wasn't packed. We decided to eat our dinner outside since it was nice and cool. I really wasn't in the mood for an appetizer, so we just ordered the Seafood Kettle. I really enjoyed it, the fish and calamari seemed fresh and tender, but the mussels tasted kind of different..a little fishy. I know it's seafood, but they just tasted fishier than what I'm used to. We finished our meal with Key Lime Pie. That was okay too, nothing special. I don't think I'll come back. I just made my own Seafood Kettle and it was famazing!
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Gustavo A. L.

In our search for the elusive best Cheese Burger in Miami, we came across a review of this place's Cheese Burger. Needless to say we tried other items in the menu as well. THe cheese burger is certainly not the best but quite tasty indeed. The drinks are pretty good as well and it packs a pretty cool crowd in happy hour. Good for Lunch, Dinner or just hanging out.
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Martin C.

Located at the start of the Miracle Mile strip in upscale Coral Gables, Tarpon Bend offers a great location for anything from a business lunch to grabbing a beer with the lads after work. The bar offers are great view of the street allowing you to enjoy a drink and watch the world pass-by before your eyes and the bartender will keep you entertained. I'd recommend the Calamari and Fresh House Salad, remember to wash it all down with an ice cold Newcastle!
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Chris H.

Besides from being super packed.... 2 for 1 drinks and the food is very good friday nights always a good night
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Frequent Traveler N.

I'm a Gables resident and regular at all of the neighborhood hot spots. I like going to Tarpon Bend and I love the staff. Which is why it is hard for me to write the following review. Any day besides Friday the place is frequented by regular diners and bar patrons. On Fridays, which is their best day for happy hour, the place turns into a complete zoo. They have a DJ and a pretty good fan base of people all over Miami, but when you get a good crowd the under-age drinkers, the kids, and the cheap-but I wanna look cool people come out. After 7 or 8pm forget about getting to the bar unless you already secured your space at the bar at 5pm. The bartenders are always good with keeping everyone happy, but clearly there is a frustration driven by the complete discourtesy of certain people that come there. It has gotten so bad that they have actually put a Coral Gables cop detail there. I could see the reasoning behind putting one at the Ale House, but I never thought I would see one at Tarpon. Not attractive, at all. I tried contacting one of the managers about my concerns and have not recieved any response back. Management is usually pretty good about things like that but I leave it up to them. Bottom line, if you like that sort of crowd then Friday Happy Hour is for you. But I'm over 25 so it's not for me. Sorry Tarpon, take this info as you must.
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Harold R.

Great Happy hour concept. Basically 2 for 1 well drinks. Gets a huge crowd on Fridays. However the food a found to be very small portions given the price. I ordered the churrasaco for $20 thinking it be a an appropriate portion for the price. I was disappointed. It was tasty though.
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Joel S.

Its nice to be pleasantly surprised - and thats what happened here today. My experience with this place is up in lauderdale and drinks before shows at revolution and the odd happy hour. today i met the family for a birthday lunch. well a late lunch. the place was empty and we sat down and quickly ordered drinks. everyone got something different and passed around samples to share. unbelievably everything was solid - tuna burger, veggie burger, fish tacos, dolphin reuben, and a snapper breaded that might have been best of all. crawfish soup was good not great and the deserts werent all that but overall a very pleasant dining experience. dont sell the food short - you may be pleasantly surprised too.
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Jennifer R.

Puppies are welcome in the outside seating area. Love the Crab Cake Burger, the Salmon Burger (it's only on Wednesdays as lunch specials) and the raw bar. Great during the weekend nights when they have live music and just as nice to people watch during the day. The pink lemonade is a great thirst quencher when you need something refreshing.
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Katherine M.

Came here for a business happy hour. You can sit outside and relax after a long day with a nice glass of wine, or you can sit inside at the bar and have a loud time watching sports and drinking beer. The menu is awesome if you are a seafood lover. Lots of healthy items to choose from too. Try it on Wednesdays when they have an amazing happy hour promotion: buy one get one free!
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Kyle G.

I always visit this place when in Miami. While there are undeniably better restaurants in Coral Gables, their food is good and their fresh-fruit mojitos are SPECTACULAR. Thursday night is the best drink special night they offer, in my opinion. Be sure to check this out, even if you're not in the Gables. The area is gorgeous, and like I said, the mojitos are scrumptious!
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Janetxia B.

I went not too long ago and it wasn't all that great. I went with a few of the girls and we ordered a few appetizers for the table. It was just a random lunch so we stuck to the appetizers and picked at all the food. The presentation was pretty nice, but the taste wasn't all that. The food was mediocre with ok flavor. We also got oyster shooters which were the best thing we ordered. I'm not a huge fan of oysters, but these shooters were great! The drinks were pretty good too. I had a mamacita margarita or something like that which was yummy. over all i'm not too sure i'd go back. it was also super over priced.
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Jennifer G.

I've been here to lunch several times and always got great service and great food. The fish is always a good choice.
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John A.

The food and service are both fantastic!! Great happy hour and always a good crowd.
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Rene S.

Recently had lunch at Tarpon Bend after a couple years of not getting around to it. Service: Professional, cordial and just right. Staff well trained on food and each of the two servers and busser were able to hold a conversation.Refreshing! Plus the Executive chef took the time to stop by table and introduce himself. Food: Tuna burger with sauteed onions and sweet potato fries might now be on "last meal" list. Perfect! My client had a the burger and was licking his fingers. A couple beers and wine was $80. I am glad it was a business lunch. Expensed! Happy to recommend..
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Elaine Z.

I used to like this place and continued my mental patronage due to sentimental reasons (coming with a friend multiple times and not really eating out of the box). However my experience last night and really my hesitation to come back over the past year has changed my perception of Tarpon Bend. We came for ladies' night last night (advertised as 50% off food) and were told that since we had a man in our party, we would not be able to take advantage of the deal. Well maybe Tarpon Bend should stipulate THE EXACT RULES to be able to participate in Ladies' Night since I seemed to be under the strange assumption that LADIES NIGHT simply applies if you are of the female persuasion. As for the food, the burgers are fine but the oysters are tiny and expensive. On Fridays it's incredibly packed and impossible to order. I completely agree with Cassie's review in that I enjoyed this place before I was a young professional, and now have found much better options to spend my time.
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Debbie C.

I was in the neighborhood with family. It started to rain and we were hungry so we went to the closest restaurant we could find. They almost got a 4 from me, but this was my first time here so... Service 5/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Food 4/5 We were greeted warmly and seated quickly. They made accommodations for our group as well. Service took their time to introduce themselves and go over the menu and answer all of our questions. Big plus! I feel like service is overlooked and the wait staff tend to speak quickly. Tarpon's staff took their time and made sure we heard everything. We ordered oysters, the mahi burger, tuna burger, and the corvina. For sides, we had the couscous, cole slaw, and mac and cheese. For drinks we had the lemonade and raspberry lemonade. The mahi and tuna were cooked well. The corvina was too dry. I think they smoked it too long. The sides were wonderful. The couscous was a cold grain salad with some berries. The slaw didn't feel too heavy. The mac and cheese (not a personal favorite) was a hit with my sister.The drinks were AWESOME. They described it as more tart than sweet, which was exactly what we got. I love a tart lemonade rather than a super sugary one. I would come back just for the lemonade. The restaurant felt kind of sticky and humid. You know that mixture of A/C and moisture? Yeah...like that. It wasn't nice, but it wasn't unbearable either. Maybe a dehumidifier on a rainy day would be helpful. We also notice quite a few mosquitos flying around our table and biting us. I'd suggest a mosquito zapper at the sliding doors. Overall, lunch is a good value. I was really full. Sides are a generous portion so have everyone order something different so you can try them all. I would like to see how dinner looks like. Keep up the good work Tarpon!
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Francisco S.

This place is great for Happy Hour, but is also spectacular for seafood. The oysters they carry are always great quality, and have a vast selection. Service is on point as well. Obviously if you go during peak times, it will be busy, as all great restaurants are! Highly recommend anything raw, the spinach dip, sepia, skirt steak and the calamari. They also have a solid brunch, with live music.
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Al C.

Great food, open air feel. Every server that stopped by our table or delivered anything was extremely knowledgeable. Micah was our main server and was AMAZING. A revisit is definitely on the agenda.
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James B.

We ordered: - We all (4 of us) ordered cocktails, they were all very good. No complaints there. They are slightly high on price, specially given that they are served in smaller cups than other places. - Sizzling Seafood Kettle: This is more of a showy meal. It comes out literally in a big ol heavy kettle. They pour the soup content onto a plate for you. It's "showy". It comes with some shrimp, calamari, clams, some fish. It comes in a red tomato sauce. There are some veggies and a couple slices of potatoes. I was disappointed... and a lil pissed because the portions flat out sucked for this dish.. $23 for appetizer portions. The portions on the seafood, veggies, even potatoes (literally like 2 or 3 pieces) were all so small it got me a bit... flustered... The flavors were alright, but nothing that left me with a longing to keep eating it... Overall, I give this plate a 3. - Tarpon burger- The burger was decent. 3 out of 5. The fries were surprisingly good, like 5 out of 5 for fries. They were thin and crispy. -Asian Tuna burger: This tuna burger was really good, this is one I would recommend. Easily a 4 out of 5. - Truffled mac n cheese (as a side)- I also really liked the mac n cheese. I do recommend it as well. -Blondies- For dessert we ordered their version of blondies. This was definiely the best part of our meal. If they are offering it, do yourself a favor and order these. If I go back to Tarpon Bend, it would probably be just to order these again. Overall 3 out of 5 experience. The prices were a bit too high for the food I ate (and portions offered). I probably won't be back given that there are so many good food options in the area and others to explore. The only thing that really stood out from this meal were those dessert blondies!
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Lindsay Y.

My experience at Tarpon Bend was delightful last night. It was a super quiet Saturday evening (not sure why) in the Gables and my sister and I decided we were in the mood for seafood. Our server Joel was so nice and accommodating and really recommended a lot of great dishes and wine. We started out with the Mexican shrimp margarita and it was really tasty, I had the Ahi tuna burger witch was perfectly preparend and my sister had the Cordova special. We both really enjoyed the overall food and the dining experience.
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Tamia G.

This neighborhood restaurant and bar was always packed on weekends so I never sought to brave the crowd. However, it was relatively mellow on a Thursday evening, so I decided to give it a go. I was dining solo so I sat at the bar. There were lots of tv's with sports showing. The bar area was opened to the outside, which was a nice dining experience during Miami's mild February winter. Also, they have Happy Hour nightly until 8pm. It's basically a 2-for-1 where they give you a token for a free second drink. Pretty neat! When I sat down, the bartender greeted me quickly. He asked if I had been there before and I explained that I was new to the area. He then explained the menu and made various recommendations. I decided to have their Beef Short Rib dinner. While I awaited my meal, a manager appeared with a complimentary platter of Smoke fish & veggies (carrots and celery). He welcomed me to the neighborhood and thanked me for choosing Tarpon Bend. Nice touch! Tasty too! When my meal arrived, the short rib was a lean, tender 8oz cut served atop creamy mashed potatoes. There was also a delicious jus accompanying the beef. Unexpectedly delicious beef at a seafood restaurant. Kudos!
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Jennifer C.

I've been to Tarpon Bend on a Friday night after 5PM for their usual happy hour about 6-7 times over the last 3-4 years. It is always jam packed with people to the point where it is almost impossible to navigate to the bar, order a drink, and get your drink in less than 20 minutes. Every time I have only gone for drinks with friends and it is always the same thing - fight for the attention of a bartender, wait 20 minutes for a drink, and then go outside away from the massive crowd circling the bar to enjoy your drink. This is the scenario up until probably midnight once the crowd dies down and everyone starts walking to "The Bar" to continue their drinking and dancing. Their 2 for 1 drink specials on well drinks is great, but not enough to entice me to continue to have to deal with the insane crowding. I've eaten here just once and the most memorable dish was their calamari. It was better than your typical calamari bar food.
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Elena I.

Came here last night for dinner with the ladies since on Wednesday nights, ladies get half off all food items... Yes, you heard correctly, HALF OFF ALL FOOD ITEMS! Our server, Joel, was awesome! He was super attentive and incredibly patient. One of my friends didn't care for her mojito and he took it back immediately with no complaints. The food was soooo fresh! My tuna sashimi was the freshest I've had in a long time. It comes upon a seaweed salad that was very very good. The meatball appetizer melts in your mouth and the shrimp cocktail was delicious. They have happy hour until 9pm and we made it there about 5 minutes before 9. Joel was happy to rush in our drink orders... Another reason we loved him! The one thing I will say is that their wine selection isn't very good and a bit pricey considering the wine but if you go for happy hour, it's totally worth it!
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Bruce J.

I used to happy hour a lot at the Tarpon Bend up in Fort Lauderdale, so decided to go here while in the Gables on business. Great burger for dinner, thoroughly enjoyed it, Bartender was excellent at service, very friendly and pleasant conversation, made us feel right at home. Sorry can't remember her name, but just a beautiful person, extremely pleasant. Food was very consistent with what I had enjoyed up in the Fort, so thumbs up on this place!
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Micah J.

If you want to feel like a VIP, come to this place! The hosts will guide you to the best seat in the house and it just gets better from there! Try the oysters!
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Vanessa R.

The Koren hanger steak is excellent and the kids meal chicken tenders is even enoughf an adult all white 100 percent chicken breast. Iam definitely comming back.
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Tito F.

Delicious key lime pie. Perfect for an afternoon delight. Staff is friendly and prompt. Happy hours 3-7; 2-4-1.
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Lizandra J.

This place is quite nice. Came here with friends and the happy hour mojitos were the bomb. It is noisy, to be honest if you go during happy hour, very noisy, but hey, Miami is noisy. the fish here is really good and service is great. I had the manager even come to the table with a free appetizer, and he was also really making sure all the tables were happy, I liked that. I will come back here for sure...do the same you guys!
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Tony H.

I had brunch at Tarpon Bend on Miracle Mile a couple of weeks ago. Prior to that, I've eaten and had drinks here multiple times, but it had been a while (one or two years) since I was last there. So, this review will focus on my most-recent brunch experience. The location and layout of Tarpon Bend is phenomenal. It's right on Miracle Mile and has a semi-open layout facing the street, with the bar straddling the dining room on one side and Miracle Mile on the other. Interestingly, I'd say that the layout and high ceilings obscure the fact that the dining room is not as large as it seems. Anyhow, I arrived in the early afternoon with my wife and baby and, to our dismay, no tables were available inside. Seeing as the weather outside was sweltering hot, we were reluctant to eat on the outside terrace, but we were so hungry that we did. The outside terrace is relatively nice, tucked to the side of the restaurant perched under a massive, columned overhang of the surrounding building. In 90+ degree weather, though, it is baffling that they could not set up some outdoor fans (ideally with misters). Even in the shade of the overhang, it was uncomfortably hot and humid out there. If they did have fans, it might have actually been rather pleasant out there, especially since - during brunch - they had live music playing. In terms of the food quality (again, this was brunch), the best word that comes to mind is underwhelming. The spinach and artichoke dip we ordered was bland, overly watery, and not very hot by the time it made it out to us. The best part about it was the multi-colored tortilla chips that come with it (which, I presume, they don't make themselves). My main course was the salmon BLT off of the brunch menu. Again, underwhelming. The salmon was dry and the sandwich, as a whole, difficult/messy to eat. My wife ordered the Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad. I didn't try it but my first impression of it was awe. It is gargantuan. In any event, my wife was not a fan. She had a hard time combing through all of the tortilla strips to get to the actual chicken and greens and, ultimately, left a lot of it behind. The quality of service that day was also dismal. Our waitress was kind enough, yes, but everything - including getting the check once it's been requested - took forever. Anyone who has had a toddler knows that when it's time to leave, it's time to go. It was frustrating waiting so long to pay. Now, there is one bright spot worth mentioning: I don't know if this is limited to brunch or extends beyond it but, while we there, Tarpon Bend was offering a bottle of Veuve Cliquot champagne for around $40 or $50 (I forget which). At any rate, not only is Veuve an excellent champagne but, at that price, it's a bargain. I've seen Veuve priced north of $50 in an actual wine store, so Tarpon is offering up a great deal. In closing: I know from previous visits that Tarpon is a solid place to watch a game and grab a burger and a beer with friends. If memory serves, their burgers are pretty good, actually. For brunch, though, I'd advise against it, especially if kids are involved.
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Edwin P.

I came here last Friday for the first time as I've only been to the one on Himmarshee in Ft. Lauderdale. One of my coworkers told me I should try this one as it has a very good happy hour with the 2x1 until 10:00 pm, but warned me it gets pretty packed. As it was raining that evening, i figured it would not be as packed. When I drove by it in the middle of the rain, was I wrong... the place was JAM PACKED. Fortunately, parking is VERY CONVENIENT as it is right next door so when you get off the elevator you are right there. The bar was at least 3 deep full of people so it was kind of hard to be able to order but with some gentle shoving and excuse me's I was able to get to the bar while my friend and I waited for a table (30 minute wait); for the 2 for 1 you get a wood chip to redeem for the free drink (kept 4 of them for future use). When we sat down on the terrace down, we ordered the Szechuan Calamari and Fire-Grilled Shrimp. The shrimp was amazing, with just the right amount of spice that made it delicious and the calamari as well. I also ordered the Tarpon burger and my friend ordered the Asian tuna, which she loved. The only reason I don't give this place a higher rating is because the beer I ordered was lukewarm and my friend's drink was too watered down for her to enjoy. I would definitely come back, to try their mojitos Thursday.
(3)
John G.

The food just isn't that great. I never write a review based on one visit. I love the service which is hard to come by in Miami proper. However, the food just doesn't taste fresh. The chef will mingle once the rush dies down and ask how your food was, which I love, so it's a heart breaker to let him know it tastes like the "shit was thawed out on the fly under running water". Great place for drinks on Friday though, the entire Gables neighborhood gets dolled up and comes down.
(3)
Jean-Paul R.

I came here for lunch on Tuesday. I ordered the Dolphin Reuben with broccolini and a Lagunitas IPA. The beer and Reuben were delicious. The Reuben did have a bunch of onions and I love onions. The broccolini tasted good but it was drenched in butter. The place was kinda empty got lunch but I know it gets packed for happy hour. The bill did take a while to get to the table but I think it's because the servers were changing shifts (at lunch time???).
(3)
Eschel H.

Had a great dinner here last night with my family. The service was outstanding and food was quite good too. They were very accommodating to special requests and were very helpful in making sure everyone in the party was happy. They aren't the cheapest restaurant on the Mile, but not outrageously priced either. My personal highlight was the mahi sandwich.
(4)
Natalie G.

I love this place, and their staff is great especially DIANA VINALET, she was so helpful our first time there. If your in the mood for some real seafood or some after work drinks on the mile, this is the spot
(5)
Jon M.

Tarpon Bend is just okay. Nothing special going on here. If you are looking for a good drinks spot, this is your place. The drinks are high-quality, not watered down, and are reasonably priced. Sit at the bar near the doors and you get a great breeze. TVs are right above the bar so it's perfect for catching the game (not a sports bar by any means though). The food is a bit of another story. The cuisine is Spanish/Asian seafood with some Continental chicken and beef choices. Dishes from szechuan shrimp to salmon burgers to baby back ribs are all permanent menu items. We had a party of 5 and sat in one of the larger booths near the bar so we could still see the TVs with the game on. My girlfriend and I decided to split the fish tacos and the smoked fish dip. The smoked fish dip was mediocre at best. There was very little fish flavor and tasted more like a veggie dip. The dip came with stale sesame crackers, carrot sticks, and celery. The carrots and celery were fresh, but forget about the sesame crackers. The fish tacos were decent (better than the "smoked fish dip"). Hard corn taco shells were loaded with guacamole, fried fish, sour cream, and salsa. I'd give those themselves 5 stars, but considered with the service (below) and the not-so-fish "smoked fish dip," I gotta go 2 stars overall. As an aside, one of the girls in our party spent the evening getting sick after eating the fish tacos. My girlfriend experienced similar later that evening as well. So maybe the fish tacos weren't so great... The service was odd. First, the waitress rattled off the specials like she was racing a clock on a game show. There must have been six different specials but she rattled them off so quickly in a slight Spanish accent that I had to tune out after the second one because I was getting a headache trying to listen. Who knows if any of them may have been better than the "smoked fish dip" because I would surely have been interested. Second, anytime one of us ordered another drink, it was at least 15 minutes until it came back from the bar. We had to ask the waitress more than once about the status of our drinks. We decided to time one of the beer refills: 23 minutes from ordering until it got to our table. That is just too long. No matter how busy the wait staff is (they were not busy this night; there was 8 tables in our section and only 4 of them had guests seated at any one time) twenty-three minutes is just too long. Third, anytime the waitress came to check on us, she would fold one of our napkins while she was standing there. Yes, take it from the table and fold it. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it's uncomfortable and awkward. I don't know, maybe it's just us, but this seemed very strange, almost like it was the waitresses nervous tick while having to talk to us or something. So in short, for drinks at the bar (where they serve them in under 23 minutes), this place is a must. For food, it's a glorified and more expensive Miller's Ale House. It seems like it desperately wants to be Hillstone or Seasons 52, but it has a long way to go. Service: forget it. If you are looking for a good middle-of-the-road meal in the Gables, go to Local, John Martin's, or Miller's.
(2)
Andrew L.

Great fried and battered snapper. Food and service was great. First time here but will definitely return. Desserts also very good especially the key lime pie. Place was empty for a Sunday night.
(5)
Christopher G.

I have had a few very good meals at Tarpon Bend, as well as some fine drinks and fun times here, but my last two experiences have left me with mixed feelings. On my last visit, I brought a friend visiting from NY that wanted to grab some FL seafood. We decided to split a few of the appetizers and sides so we could have a nice selection. The menu appeared to change a bit, focusing less on local seafood (Salmon, Corvina, Maine Lobster) and offering more non-seafood dishes. Service was informative and friendly and food came out relatively quick. I made a point of getting the smoked fish dip, as its a Florida specialty I wanted my friend to try, and we were not disappointed as I usually order this dish here. The calamari was also very tasty, lots of Asian flavors and spice. The shrimp margarita, a dish I had tried before and enjoyed, came out very lackluster, not much flavor, needed some salt, nothing really appetizing about it. The SD fish tacos also were just lacking flavor, the fish was bland and not many other flavors. The truffle mac and cheese was the biggest disappointment, as its now become a staple on many menus. It came out very boring, not tangy or salty nor very cheesy. Overall, the experience had some high points and the setting is very nice, but the flavor was just lacking. Prices are high so that shouldn't be an issue!
(3)
Jennifer M.

We had a group of 4 adults, 2 teens and a 9 year old. Service was fantastic until our food came, then our server seemed to disappear for awhile. Menu seemed quite over priced, but food was tasty (with one exception) and decent portions. I have to give 3 stars as the shrimp in my sandwich were so over cooked and tough, I couldn't bite through the piece of shrimp (without the bread). I actually had to use a knife to cut my shrimp, crazy for a seafood place. Everyone else loved and raved how delicious their food was. Key Lime Pie was fantastic!!
(3)
Cassie G.

Back before I was a "young professional" and surrounded myself with those who consider this a go-to happy hour spot, I liked this place. In fact, three years ago, I hosted my college graduation party here with six of my best friends including bottomless mojitos (yeah, you can guess how that ended). However, these days, it's just not working for me; not when there are other places to go in the Gables with better service, food and atmosphere. Every Friday, it's super crowded and your best bet is to find a spot on the bar and always make sure someone from your group doesn't let it go. That's not too fun. I recently went midweek for a more relaxed catch up with friends. Our waitress made no effort to disguise the fact she was absolutely miserable working that evening to the point where someone asked to change servers. While the new one was a bit more pleasant, it took asking three times and a 45 minute wait to get a measly glass of wine. The food to me is overpriced and simply not worth it. The calamari just tastes like fried pieces of batter with Asian sauce dumped on it, something I'd much rather eat via Chinese delivery. The spinach artichoke dip I tried on my last visit was super runny. I do remember having the smoked fish dip and fish tacos before that I didn't find too bad, but again, I've never left feeling like I'm getting the bang for my buck . Will I be back? Yep because I have 3 free drink chips from happy hours gone by sitting at the bottom of my purse. Will I imbibe on three mojitos and then continue onto somewhere else for a decent meal with staff that's genuinely happy to serve me? You betcha.
(2)
kat m.

Cannot beat their buy-one get-one-free happy hour. The food is pretty decent, though for a place named after a fish you would expect them to have more fish entrees.
(4)
Alisha R.

It was Friday night and I was looking for a place to meet some friends for a girls night. When we decided the gables, the first place that came to mind was Tarpon Bend. When we finally arrived (critical mass made traffic a critical mess) the place was slammed. I mean it's been a while since I've been here and I remember it being busy on Friday night but this was insane. Luckily one of the girls put us on the list for a table. The wait was about an hour and a crisis was avoided. Note to self always put yourself on the list for a table. Once we sat down we wasted no time ordering libations offer their cocktail speciality list. Between all of us we almost tried all of them and enjoyed them all. For food we had the spinach artichoke dip, my recommendation is skip this one. It was bland and a small portion. We also had the calamari which was delish. It was lightly fried with a sweet chile sauce, topped with peanut and perfect size portion to split with the table. To top things off we went with the oyster shooters. We ordered have with a grey goose floater and half without. Wow, this was my first real oyster shooter and my only description of the experience (yes it was an experience) is intense! I actually found the ones with the vodka better. It was kind of like a strong Bloody Caesar. The ones with out the vodka had way too much cocktail sauce and were difficult to down. Despite the tasty food and drinks what really keeps this place poppin is their happy hour specials. The purchase of premium well drinks, certain beers and wines and the cocktail specialty menu all get a token. The token is good for another drink of your choice. My favorite part is if you don't use all your tokens you can take them home and bring them back next week. Leftover tokens or not you will want to comeback.
(4)
Rebecca G.

OK y'all, get this the food is amazing!!! Everything was delicious but service, wow! Not good. Waited an hour to get my bill and then about another 30min or so to get it back. Mind you, I was in a big party of 15 people, but it shouldn't have been that bad. What I recommend: Appetizers: Fish dip simple and sophisticated. calamari wow it was fire. Sea food fettuccine. You have to be willing to explore because it is not like your usual fettuccine. Enjoy my YELPies. 4 star because of the food.
(4)
Anna D.

I normally go here for their mojito Thursdays where all mojitos at $3.50. They make the best blackberry mojitos plus all kinds of other flavors. There bar menu is a bit limited so I normally eat before going there but I've had a few items and they're were good but pricey
(4)
Alden K.

Mediocre food, great drinks and a full house is often what I've found here. The ambiance is great and the location is nice on the Mile. It's been here for years and the Mile really needs something like this. But the food is just mediocre. But, it's hard to not find something tasty on the menu. The portions could be bigger, but they do have some nice specials. Wednesdays has some nice ladies specials on food. This place is worth checking out.
(3)
Sean B.

Great seafood, it's my that cheap but is very good, what they have is that is cheap is there happy hour which is two for ones with there late happy hour and have everything from liquor to beer, with a very lively crowd.
(4)
Carlos D.

Had the seafood sampler and it was a great selection.I wish I had taken a picture...the wine that was recommended was nota great selection but the food was on point every time, great happy hour place and lively environment....
(3)
Yany R.

I was there last night for Happy Hour with friends, this was my 3rd visit to Tarpon Bend. I was very happy to hear they had happy hour until 10 pm and that the drinks were buy 1 get 1 (certain drinks ) if you don't drink both drinks you get a free drink token for next time which is AWESOME! The main reason why I wanted to write this review was because I had a GREAT dinning experience because of our server *****Jophiel**** HE WAS THE BEST! Jophiel was fast, very nice, made great recommendations and was just the BEST SERVER I'VE HAD IN MIAMI IN YEARS! he definitely made our dinning experience a wonderful one. 2 of my friends and myself wrote a comment on the receipt and on the comment card however I wanted to give Jophiel additional recognition since he was definitely the BEST!!!!
(5)
Jessica A.

I've come here again and again for happy hour, it's great! Their 2 for 1 drinks specials is what keeps this place busy on a Friday night! I finally came on a weekday and had dinner for the first time. My server was extremely polite and attentive throughout dinner. He was filled with suggestions and was quick to suggest his favorite dish. I ordered the shrimp arugula salad and it was yummy! It had mushrooms and peppers, and lots of flavor! I am not usually a salad girl, but this left me satisfied! Definitely going to order it again! The spinach dip and chips was okay, a little overpriced, to be honest. It tends to be pretty crazy during happy hour on Friday's, so get there early!
(4)
Hanne A.

Brunch review: probably one of the most delicious brunches I've had in a while. First any place with bottomless mimosas, bloodies and other drinks already is a thumbs up for me. Not only is it bottomless but you can also switch around your drink so you don't get tired of drinking the same thing. I had the vegan and omg it was so delicious I forgot it was actually healthy. Highly recommend this option even if you are not trying to be healthy it's so well made you won't even notice. Definitely coming back for brunch again.
(5)
Christian R.

Great food and drinks. The service is also great. The owner, Wayne, and his manager, Chris, are really nice guys. Its a great place for lunch. However, if you don't like crowds, then don't venture here on Friday evenings--it gets really packed.
(4)
Sadia Munawar C.

Love it here :D
(5)
Sabryna L.

To start off here, I ordered the Hanger steak which came with a side of mashed potatoes which came out to be $24 without tax and tip. I thought the food was good and a decent sized portion, and the servers were nice. However, I went with a larger group of people - which I can understand may throw some people off. However, my group was pretty much the only customers in the restaurant, aside from 3 or 4 other people. We had to wait so long for everything.... Time passed by, and we were all lingering and lookinf around. Nearly 40 minutes for them to ring us all up (this doesn't include the time to even get the bill... this is JUST for the waitress to charge us all, after she had our credit cards). $24 for a meal screams high end restaurant to me, yet the service and quality does not reflect the service of a high end restaurant. As for the decor, it was a nice looking restaurant that had a cosy feeling but sophisticated. There were just minor things that bugged me, such as the booth we were sitting in had some holes in it like someone dug their finger into it, or the wood having holes in it. Which again, you wouldn't really expect from a place that is charging $24 for a meal.
(2)
Ismiray G.

Best happy hour around! Seasoned Dj, delicious food, melting pot of people. It's the place to go on Friday for drinks and then stay- have some dinner- you will not be disappointed ! - tip; must try calamari , truffle mac and cheese , steak - yumm!! Oh! Sweet potato fries :)
(5)
Vanessa V.

2x1 drinks until 10pm?! I'm there! This place gets really packed on weekends after 6, but it has a nice ambiance, delicious cocktails, and good bar food. The oyster shooters were very good. The bartenders were all nice, good service. I want to come back and sit inside to try more things from the restaurant's menu.
(3)
Milagros B.

This is a good place to go on the weekdays, Fridays gets too crazy, and the bartender are under a lot of stress which makes them act rude.
(3)
Michelle L.

Great Brunch! Waiters and waitresses were very attentive and we were a big group. Music was great!
(4)
Kelsey G.

Tonight my boyfriend and I wanted to do a little happy hour with a bite to eat and decided on Tarpon Bend. It was my first time to the restaurant and I was very pleased. Our server was Amber, what a delight! After informing us of some happy hour deals we promptly ordered the traditional mojito (which was 2-for-1) and they were delicious! There were some great features going on on this night but I really wanted oysters and shrimp so I went with Amber's suggestions of the oyster flight and the fire grilled shrimp. Both were great. I would normally go for half dozen of something I was familiar with but I liked trying flavors from different regions. And the shrimp, tipped with pico and a wasabi cream sauce, were so delicious too. What a great suggestion. Amber was terrific. Prompt, friendly and professional service. She didn't miss a beat. The food was great but the service is why I'll be going back again.
(5)
Sindia B.

AServers are very well spoken and friendly. We asked for the fish tacos with blackened fish but got fried dish instead. No explanation. We were told the steak was 10 Oz so we decided to share. It was not 10 Oz... We asked medium but it was overcooked. Ordered a grilled chicken breast for my dog and that was only $4.00 and that tasted the best... Along with the shrimp Margarita (appetizer). They gave us a 20% off for the steak being overcooked which was a nice gesture.
(4)
MICHELLE C.

What has happened to this place. We were on our way to the Ale house and as we walked by Tarpon Bend I said oh I have always liked this place let's stay here. Early afternoon so they were not crowded at all. Food, very average. Spinach and artichoke dip was not very good, way way to many onions and runny. I ordered the wahoo sandwich, very plain just OK. Only thing good about our late lunch was the fries. Service, we had to ask for our first water refill then our waiter never came back to refill after our first refill. When I laid out my credit card he stopped and said " your done OK I will get your check". Fine with us as we wanted to leave but he could have said " can I get your empty glass that had been empty for 20 minutes a refill or hey you want dessert for an up sell. Nope managers walking around like they were busy. A joke especially for the prices, quality, and service. What a shame they use to be great!
(2)
David C.

This restaurant won't get a high review from me. The service really was great. A lot of the food coming out around me looked pretty good. I wish I had ordered something else. I ordered a Peruvian lunch special. According to the server, the owner has just returned from Peru and added these two items. I ordered corvina with a chili salt crust and cocoanut glaze. This was such a bland dish. The rice seemed to be like uncle bens precooked rice that was microwaved. The vegetables were ok. The fish though was a small piece, and was undercooked. Corvina is not one of those fishes that should come out rare. Mine was solid pink in the center. The worst part was the sticker shock. A $26 dish of undercooked bland fish, white rice and sliced vegetables. I should have ordered something else. For this price though they should get it right......
(2)
Gabriela A.

Amazing place! You have to try the shrimp and arugula salad!!!! OMG IT'S delicious, shrimps are so fresh and taste is unique..
(5)
Junior G.

Best mojitos in town! You should just come & see for yourself! Still waiting on the food but definitely recommend coming & trying it out, everyone's really nice.
(5)
Michael M.

Peach berry mojitos!!! Oyster shooters!!! More peach berry mojitos because the happy hour is 2 for one.. Turkey burgers... Tuna burgers, interesting and yummy calamari.. Crispy fries.. Incredible margarita shrimp... More peach berry mojitos... Fish tacos!!!! Tuna tataki! Maybe one more peach berry mojito and the best dammmmm apple cake concoction around!!! ( ala mode ) of course..
(5)
Vanessa L.

We are very displeased with Tarpon Bend in Coral Gables. Specially, the way the security officer treats the customers after leaving the restaurant. This is not the way customers should be treated! I will NOT be going there again.
(1)
Anhara M.

My second time on a Friday for happy hour. To my surprise the happy last until 10pm so as you can imagine it gets really packed. It was mission to get drinks. I waited for a long time for them. I needed to squeezed in to get there attention and honestly I don't like that, its a mission. The DJ played everything so I enjoyed it. There was a fist fight that day Which surprised my as we are in The Gables but after listening to the story it was understandable. I would return once in a while.
(4)
Jamnary M.

The food here is alright but it takes forever to be ready. I feel like a burger shouldn't take that long. The wine is way too expensive, $11 for a Pinot Grigio that tastes like vinegar is a bit insane. I went for lunch with my co-workers and even though it was almost empty we ended up having a 3 h lunch. Do not go unless you are willing to get fired.
(1)
Vanessa B.

Tarpon Bend is always the "Go-to" Happy hour spot for us. We've been here time and again.... and we always love it. The appetizers are delicious...I LOVE their Smoked Fish Dip ... YUM! I really need to come by for dinner some time... I came by last Sunday for Brunch... I think its the first time I had ever been to Tarpon for an actual meal. They did not disappoint. I got the Crab Cake Benny and my husband got the Nutty French Toast... both were AMAZING... not gonna lie though I liked my husbands dish better than mine (maybe I was craving sweets).
(4)
Priscilla C.

Well....lol My best friend & I decided to go here on a Friday night for a 2 for 1 Happy Hour. It wasn't a let down, but the place was extremely packed. I guess everyone was also there trying to get drinks before Happy Hour was over at 10pm. The bar is pretty big, & its pretty hard to get a bartenders attention. Wines, beers, and well drinks are whats included in the 2 for 1. What you basically do is order your first drink & pay for it, then they give you a token that you come back with for your next drink. If you want to sit & eat, there is a pretty long wait for a table. Loud music, some outside seating, there is a parking garage right next to it, & the drinks are made strong.
(4)
Danielle V.

Good drinks and tasty fish tacos! I went for happy hour and really enjoyed myself. I will be back for sure.
(4)
Carlos R.

Their food is just AWESOME; however, their greatest asset is Alanna, she should be promoted to management.
(5)
Lourdes D.

Terrible wait, the oysters were mediocre, the drinks kinda watered, the bartenders were really inattentive. As a local, I prefer Bulla or Swine down the street.
(1)
A F.

I was down on Miracle Mile today (6/28/15) with a friend & we were looking for a place to eat when we happened to pass by Tarpon Bend. We figured we'd give their brunch a try. We had the nutty french toast and the shrimp and grits. The french toast was soggy when it arrived and the shrimp and grits, while presented nicely, was quite bland. It was definitely not worth the price. The food would have been overlooked had our service been better. Our experience started out fair, nothing spectacular, but went downhill quite fast once two young girls arrived whom the waitstaff seemed to know quite well based on the greetings and hugs they received when they arrived. Each server seemed to be making their rounds hugging, and saying hello as my friend and I waited for our server to come back and ask how our food was or if we needed anything. This never happened. I saw our server standing at the girls table having a conversation with him and was waiting to catch his attention to get our bill. When he was done though he walked right past our table without so much as a glance. At that point we had been finished with our food and were just waiting to get our bill to pay. Someone finally did come by with our check- not our server though because I'm not sure where he went. Never saw our server again either. The person who took my card didn't bring my card or receipt back to sign for nearly 10 minutes, which was odd because the restaurant was quite empty. When I finally saw him returning with my credit card he walked right past the table and as I did I said "excuse me". When he came back to the table he said nastily "I figured you'd like something to write with" before dropping the check and walking away. Had the young man simply paused by the table and said "I'm getting you something to write with" or even acknowledged that it had taken a little longer than necessary, would've been a better way to handle it. Maybe they were having an off day, and that's fine, but they should be a little more considerate when dealing with guests and a guests service shouldn't be neglected for friends. Bad service and mediocre food doesn't warrant a return visit any time soon.
(1)
Melissa G.

The staff here is the best in the business. The manager Wayne is amazing, so attentive to detail. Just had the freshest fish tacos. The happy hour here is also literally the best, 2 for 1 cocktails Friday night! Highly recommended
(5)
Krista M.

Wow!!! Incredible service and great food! It was Valentine's Day and we had no reservation but they had no problem taking us since we were there before the rush. This place really knows what it's all about in service! So attentive and friendly such a great place! Will be back again!
(4)
Alli M.

Decent food at an okay price for this area. Coconut mojito was pretty delicious. There are only a few outdoor tables but they're nice and shady and great for people watching.
(3)
Monica L.

Best place to be in town on a Friday night after work for happy hour. They have great happy hour specials for every happy hour drink you bye you get to tokens for a free drink. Drinks are not out of this world but it's filled with tons of music and tons of people to interact with in addition it's a restaurant so if you're hungry you can have One of the best fish sandwiches with the delicious skinny fries
(3)
David M L.

Food was OK, although disappointed that cucumbers in tuna sashimi salad were not peeled. However, I was very disappointed that I was charged an additional 18% which I was not aware of until I reviewed the bill at home, and this was on top of a 20% tip that I had added, not realizing I was being double-charged. In fairness, the manager later offered me a credit IF I would send my credit card information AND security code, which I did not feel worth the risk for $4.00.
(3)
Jessica B.

Came here thursday night with friends to watch the heat game. Our waiter was amazing Arturo. I ordered the corvina stuffed in crawfish with veggies and it was really good. The ambiance is always great here, you can never go wrong.
(4)
Chloe S.

Came here for dinner with my boyfriend...The food was good, but it was WAY overpriced. We had the shrimp margarita appetizer, I had the asian tuna burger, and my boyfriend had a salad-- both were tasty enough. Service was friendly.
(3)
Dave C.

We have a love-hate relationship with this place. We have had amazing food and spot on service, but we have also watched as one of the owners was pi$$ drunk and almost out of control the way he was acting, and my favorite drink here (watermelon mojito) I have not been able to get the last two times because they never have watermelon. How does this happen? There is a Publix down the street, have someone pick up a watermelon or two....
(3)
Regi P.

Yummylicious Went last Sunday around 5:00 pm sat at the bar. Gosh I love when the bar is by the front and all the doors are open. although they have a couple of TVs it doesn't feel like sports bar - but glad we could catch the Heat game. I ordered the Tuna salad and a side of mac n cheese. The salad was perfect. Tuna seared and spiced just right with fresh greens and a light dressing. Mac n cheese was good too, but I didn't drool like I did for the salad. Our bartender was Cathy and she knew her menu (which is such a plus), funny and took great care of us. The vibe of this restaurant is so nice because its clean and open and isn't trying to look trendy. I have been here many times and never written a review but always left feeling like I just had an amazing meal. The service is consistently great and the wine selection is nice but pricey (as with every restaurant on the Mile).
(5)
Alivia H.

I wish the waiters knew the menu better, i had 2 things i ordered messed up. The food was not that great its ok at best. Its a better place for happy hour, cheap drinks and bar snacks. I would not come back for dinner.
(2)
Adam I.

Went for brunch on Sunday. French toast! Awesome atmosphere, awesome food! French Toast! Definitely would recommend. French Toast! Make sure you try the French toast!
(5)
Hernani A.

We love this place, fish dip is sooo good! And almost everything we have tried has been good. A good place to eat seafood, a little overpriced and same old problem about parking.... We avoid it on fridays as it gets packed with all the yuppie folks that work in the area and the ladies with the very tight dresses....
(4)
Greg L.

I regularly visit this location - The bartender at the bar facing the bar - was amazing she offered me great conversation - I went in for an after work drink - GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE ! Really looking forward to my next visit - I usually go during low hours but was told it gets filled with life on the weekends - will be there soon !
(4)
Michelle G.

BEWARE!!! This so called restaurant has no regard for reservations booked through the Open Table reservation site. We were treated like trash and not even offered the seating scheduled over a week prior. We were a party of 6 and arrived with ample time. Upon arrival we were only offered outside seating which in Miami in 90+ degree temperatures was unacceptable. We said that we did not request outside seating we were sarcastically told that because we had booked the reservation on-line it was automatically set to sit there. When we made a clear mention that people in our party could not fit comfortably in the seating outside because the chairs were too tight and small they gave little regard and only after we insisted and became upset they only would offer us a so called booth which was so small only a group of small children would fit. Very disappointed and honestly ruined my trust in the Open Table reservation site as obviously restaurants how little or no regard for the time spent scheduling an outing. Probably would never use or visit this restaurant again. Not a Happy Mother's Day.
(1)
Adrienne C.

I really have to go back for some dinner. Tonight we just indulged in Blackberry Mojitos! Extremely very yummy! Also had a few bites of the artichoke cheese dip which was excellent until... my taste buds collided with a piece of jalapeno WITH seeds. I reaaallly don't do spicy well...Luckily the mojitos made the pain go away post haste. Got an education about happy hour I have to say.. Info like the ages of the people who sit on one side of the bar as opposed to the other...Lots of nice-suit wearing specimens of the male persuasion...if one is so inclined...Thursdays offer mojitos at 3.50 or 2 for 1 all-other drinks but only on the bar side of the restaurant which I hear gets reeeaalll crowded. A fun place. I liked it.
(4)
Melanie K.

Bartenders are the worst they will purposely ignore you if they see you have a BOGO chip during happy hour. Happy hour specials are a joke.
(1)
Carolina G.

Love the staff, atmosphere and drink specials. Wayne goes out of his way to make you feel at home. The staff gets to know you and remembers your drink orders. This is my go-to happy hour. It's always a guaranteed good time! The food is amazing. Their oysters and seafood are always fresh.
(5)
Kristine W.

Food was excellent. Menu very diverse. Lots of fresh fish which is strangely rare in the gables. Service was also very good. Only negative was the noise level. Hard to hear the others at the table. I like a lively place. But they had the music so loud that we had to almost shout to be heard.
(4)
Connie F.

Today I celebrate my daughter 17 birthday the food was amazing the manager Andrew was attentive and made my daughter and her friend feel special the service was great . most try the seafood kettle.
(4)
Ingrid R.

Oysters...yes! Mexican Shrimp Margarita...yes! Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad (add avocado)...yes! Key West Shrimp Sandwich (order and pour honey mustard and hot sauce over the shrimp)...yes! HAPPY HOUR...HELL YES! Grandma's apple cake is fire! Tarpon Bend, you are loved by me.
(4)
Mike C.

This is the Mecca of socializing, networking and outright good fun and fine casual dining at its best. The food is always on point, it's portions, presentation and taste. This is a restaurant that believes in "consistency" I have not had one visit and I've been here a many of times and it's always the top quality, no slaking. Which would best describe the quality of service one would receive when dining here or just hanging out to have a drink or two, even three. I've always been greeting with smiles on each visit. All in all this is my go-to-spot whenever I'm in Coral Gables. By the way the Tuna burger is to die for!
(5)
Desiree A.

Great food and service! Went with a group on Sunday. Had the shrimp sandwich with sweet potato fries. Yummy. And a margarita with raspberry and lots of limes! Super tart for me but my friend loved hers. Also tried the calamari. The appetizer serving was huge and very yummy. Not too spicy. The server was great. Very patient with our party of 7 women. They even had bug spray for outside.
(4)
Jonathan P.

This place gets 5 stars for 2 reasons. 1. Shrimp margarita 2. Tuna burger. There really isn't much more to say. They are simply perfect. The tuna burger has a taste of almost meat, a hint of Tuna flavor and a texture of a perfect medium burger. Order it medium rare
(5)
Joseph B.

Very cozy trendy and large food portions. Meat market yuppie watering hole during week nights
(4)
Jackie S.

Christmas break has given me the opportunity to explore new happy hour locations. On my top 5 list is Tarpon Bend. Is it Thursday? Then head over for $3.50 mojito madness!!! And here's the kicker their actually good!!! Legitimately yummy minty muddled thirst quenching goodness! Not Thursday?? Turn that frown upside down, they have a regular 3-9 happy hour, fun out door seating and lots of table size appetizers.
(4)
Autumn H.

The food is ok... The bar scene, if you're there on a good night, is good. There is a waiter named Nickolai who is a raging idiot and should totally be avoided at all cost, he will ruin your experience.
(2)
Orlando R.

It was a Monday night and the place was empty the service was so slow we couldn't believe it. We ordered the Gumbo and the rice was not cooked properly. I can't imagine on a busy day.
(2)
Cammie S.

The ambience here is great, buzzing and full of after work fun people. And the service very friendly. I have mixed reviews about the food: we ordered the coconut conch chowder, which wasn't chowder by any sense of the word. It was red and tomato based, very watery, the potatoes were so soggy they disintegrated before you could chew them, and there was no conch to be found! Forgive me but aren't chowders thick white and chunky?! We also had the smoked fish dip. I give this much higher ratings. Straight to the point, smokey fishy goodness. I would personally prefer toasted pita points to the sesame crackers (not flatbreads lol wth).. But it was yummy! The mains were pretty good also. I ordered the ribs. The sauce was a little spicy for my taste. But I'm from virginia and our ribs are sweeter than spicy. Everyone does it differently. They were cooked nicely, very tender. Sweet potato fries very crispy! My husband really won here though with the seafood fettuccine. It's black with squid ink but not overpowering. Very fresh clams, crabmeat, and DELICIOUS shrimp!! Oh and the Thursday $3.50 mojitos are a great deal. Many fruity flavors! All in all it was a good experience and we will come back sometime to try some different menu items. My recommendation here would be to order the seafood items and stay away from the other meats. Go to a BBQ place for that ;)
(3)
Jo W.

If you want to get it popping on a Friday night, Tarpon Bend has got you. When I arrived around 6/7 I was thinking, happy hour, lowkey, drinks by the bar. However, I approached what appeared to be a club scene; long line, packed wall to wall and scantily clad girls, who I hope don't go to work dressed like that. I almost had the urge to turn back but realized people were just outside enjoying their festivities since the restaurant was already so full. After making up our minds to stay, we were going to just get in where we fit in, but my friend was starving and wanted to eat something so we put our name on the list to be seated and then made our way to the bar to partake in the happy hour 2-for-1 drink special (M-F from 3-9pm, Sat 3-7pm). We ordered a few round of drinks during our time there and I have to say that considering the deal, they were really good drinks especially the mojito but the wine not so much. I hate when you go someplace and because they are discounting you, they just water down the drinks to stretch their dollar. They don't do that here. After a not so long of a wait (considering the ridiculous amount of people), we were called to our table. Our server isn't worth noting as was the service because it was so busy, but he was efficient despite the scene. He just really didn't have too much time for pleasantries but at least he had a smile on his face while serving us and I can't say that for many others servers I have had. Anyways, my friend ended up ordering the Key West Shrimp Sandwich. It was good but nothing to rave about. After finishing her sandwich, she was craving sweets so we ended up ordering the Warm Pecan Brownie. I didn't find it to be great, the brownie was a little too dry. Happy Hour are Tarpon Bend was definitely legendary yet I have a hard time placing my opinion of this place. As a happy hour spot, I felt more like I was in a night club then having drink by the bar which throws me off. Yet, if I look at it from a night club stand point, the music isn't there and the atmosphere seems lackluster. However, the drinks were good and I had a good time, so I definitely want to come again but more for happy hour than lunch or dinner. Worth noting is Mojito Madness Thursdays with $3.50 fresh mojitos all day long! That might be a better time for someone like to to stop by. Also, they have an additional location in Fort Lauderdale.
(3)
Michelle B.

Went for lunch. The oyster shooters were great, the drinks were decent, the Mac and cheese was to die for. However, I came home and a few hours later I got very, very ill. After. Doing some research it turns out I had a food poisoning specific to fish that was not stored or handled properly. For the price point of this restaurant, you would think the kitchen would maintain the fish in a safe manner for consumption. So disappointed. Probably won't be returning.
(2)
Zeus C.

Overall I didn't love the service but enjoyed the food. To be specific, the service was fine when available. However would recommend simply based on the food it was really good.
(3)
Ally M.

Ive been there a couple of times and I love it! Their happy hour is great 2-4-1. I've only been there on Fridays so I know they have it then, I'm not sure about other days. Great food, drinks, ambiance, and service!
(5)
Renata T.

Great place and nice people. Good drinks, perfect for a happy hour
(5)
Stefani G.

I love coming here. I always get the best service from Evan and Albert. They really are the best. And it's nice to have other servers like Chelsea come check on us from time to time. The food is good but the real deal is the happy hour two for one. If you want good food and excellent service, come here.
(5)
Beatriz G.

Friday is here! And friends gather for a drink at Tarpon Bend! Great booth for people watching. Unfortunately, if you aren't a regular you'll be kicked out of your booth with drinks in hand in order to accommodate these "regulars". Drinks are too expensive to be treated like this!! And when inquiring to managerial staff for the reason for our sudden removal from the booth, managers are rude and provide no answers! In fact, we were later removed from the bar completely for asking too many questions. As a hardworking teacher, just trying to unwind after a rough week, I've never been treated so badly! My girlfriends and I will be elsewhere from now on and they can keep their regulars!
(1)
Monica S.

Anything with a Key West vibe can call me a sucker. It's the stuff I live for. Double that with faux-fish taxidermy and sepia photos of fishing nostalgia and consider me fallen hook, line and sinker. Along the done-up Miracle Mile artery, Tarpon Bend offers sea-faring lovers and pescatarians a dose of some much needed marine medicine. If you've got a choice, opt for the bar setting and share some apps and chilled white wine. We went with the Mexican Shrimp Margarita (what ended up being a tower of guacamole, black beans, and BBQ-sauced shrimp) and the Tuna Sashimi (a very generous serving of raw slices atop a bed of seaweed salad and bites of loose edamame and cucumbers). Pair those with a few glasses of Sauv Blanc or Moet. If you're in the mood for the raw stuff, the adjacent raw bar features a handful of slick and savory options. Best of all, the ALL DAY $3.50 Bacardi Mojito Thursday happy hour is unbeatable.
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Eddy J.

Go to Tarpon Blend on Thursday nights if you like mojitos, and if you don't like mojitos, then that's your problem. They're 3.50 on this particular evening and come in basically a billion flavors from grapefruit to I'm wasted give me anything. The bartender hand picking the fruit would've been the only thing to make those buzz enablers better. The hand food is pretty decent. I tried some of their sweet potato fries, which I have a special place in my heart for. I could tell my friends liked the tacos by the way they slammed them back like a "Natural Light" at a frat party. I'm not sure people will get that reference, but it's a beer bros chug, so you can just laugh anyways because I'm being hilarious. By way of observation, I picked up a handy tip to land a lady: buy them a shot from across the bar! Oh wait, no, bro, that's really just a commodification of personhood. If you can't read between the lines at what I'm saying here, the crowd is packed with some collared "professionals" who have no idea what equality or social justice are. But if you're trying to get fucked up on cheap mojitos, check it out and ignore the ignorance!
(4)
Lily D.

Great place for happy hour. Great drink and food specials. Friday nights are fun because of the DJ and music. I would recommend this place for happy hour on a Friday.
(3)
Ravi S.

This place is my second home. I love everything abt this place from supercool Friday night to Sunday brunch. Good and friendly staff. Try shrimp appetizer and chicken salad. Their burgers are good too. Place to watch for Thursday and Friday night.
(5)
Emerio Joel M.

I went with my friend, late Thursday night, who thinks that the Calamari is amazing. This was my first time going to tarpon bend in Gables. My friend thinks that places like apple bee's and Denny's are ideal places to eat. I do like Apple bee's and Denny's at times, but lets just say my palate for food is very open and diverse to all kinds of styles and price points. I would not recommend the Calamari dish, appetizer, portion size large, gross it was greasy, the rings where small, it had too much batter, which I was not happy about because that means more calories. I have had better calamari in lower priced and higher priced places. I told the waitress about it and there was no alternative given, or offer to get something else. I didn't even eat half of my plate. I don't intend on going again.
(1)
Bill P.

First class service, servers are very knowledgable and friendly. Menu has been expanded for all taste buds
(5)
Natasha N.

Great design an ambiance to the place. Service was excellent and on point. We started out with a basic spinach and artichoke dip. I had the Key West Shrimp sandwich with the truffled mac& cheese as a side. I can not even begin to explain how good the mac & cheese was! He had Shrimp Arugula Salad and the New England Clam Chowder. Both were wonderful. The Miracle Mile mojitos (strawberry and raspberry) were beyond delicious! I highly recommend trying this place out!
(5)
Miami Diva D.

The calamari was wayyyyyyyy too breaded. Not tasty. It is a great place to have an early drink and people watch.
(3)
Steph D.

After I wrote a negative (2-star) review about a group function I hosted at Tarpon Bend last August, I received an apologetic email from the manager. This year, the event was a smashing success! Kudos to Tarpon Bend for figuring things out. We were given about 8 high top tables in the same area we were the year before without tables. It was little tweaks, like the hostess knowing where our group was upon arrival and better wait service that made it much more enjoyable event. Tarpon Bend, you are moving up in my world.
(4)
Jorge L.

I had the opportunity to stop by Tarpon Bend the other night and had the best steak I think I have ever had. I ordered the Surf and Turf and I was amazed at how delicious the steak and lobster where, especially the steak. they told me its called hanger Steak, I have never had seen it anywhere else and I have to tell you do not miss this when you go. Service was impeccable and the place had a great ambiance. Would recommend this place to everyone.
(5)
Arturo B.

Tarpon Bend is one of the most popular places of Coral Gables/Miracle Mile area. Happy Hour runs until 8:00PM. A group from work wanted to visit so I joined. While their happy hour offer is 2 for 1 on all drinks, the 2nd drink (free) is not prepared with premium spirits. We found this disappointing since other places do honor and remain true to the offer. If you are going advertise as 2x1 on all drinks, then don't trick customers until purchasing a premium drink, and serve them well-quality spirits on their second round because it's free... For that just get beers, and you will be ok. Get there early. The venue gets crowded quickly and can be a little too crazy for our taste.
(3)
Alexia E.

Great food, oysters, churrasco, apple desert n wine selection! !! Service varies...could definitely be improved! Especially late night!!
(4)
Monica C.

Jackie S had been raving about Tarpon Bend's mojitos. To top it off, mojito madness Thursday's give you the benefit of $3.50 mojitos on Thursday. Working late on Thursday? Never fear, Happy Hour lasts until 9pm. Who can beat that?! The Mojitos were FIRE!! I tried their fish dip which I thought was ok. Not my fav but not bad either. I will definitely be back on a Thursday for the yummy mojitos.
(4)
Rosario P.

I stopped here with a couple of girlfriends while wedding dress shopping on the mile. We did not eat, but we had a couple of martinis each. This place was awesome. The waitress was very sweet and attentive, the martinis were delicious and the atmosphere was just all around great. I will be going back and next time I will try the food.
(4)
Eddie G.

Been reviewing restaurants in Miami for a long time, started recently in Yelp. Gotta say tarpon service was great, the enviroment was great but the food was terrible. Order a couple of appetizers, bothe were cold an very simple in taste. The entrees ordered: baby back ribs (the server mentioned they were world famous, my guess world famous cause of being cold and the fries seem to be from the day before) and a pan fried snapper ( to easy to fail executing this dish, but they did) A place not to go back..
(2)
Cassandra T.

I went to Tarpon Bend on Friday March 7, 2014. We went to celebrate a close family friends promotion. The night started out great, our waitress Alison was amazing. We were sat in one of the booths all the way towards the back of the restaurant. Later in the evening I was standing next to my father when two guys passed by the walk way in front of our table, one of them asked my dad a question, the guy was a heavy man dressed in a suit. After they finished speaking they shook hands, the guy hugged my father, and offered to buy him a drink. My dad said no. less than 30 minutes later a police officer escorted my dad out claiming the guy who had just offered my father a drink, said my father touched our waitress. Our waitress Alison, immediately went outside, and clarified that it was NOT true, he never laid a finger on her. He was still not let back in. I spoke with the officer who escorted my dad out, and asked him who the manager was to clear this up, we still had our tabs open, along with food and drinks on our table. He informed me this man in the suit is a BIG MONEY SPENDER, and a regular at this restaurant (so pretty much what he says goes). He advised me that the waitress cleared everything up but the manger does not want my dad back in the restaurant. Eventually I was able to speak with one of the floor managers Andrew, (Alison came outside with me to confirm again, that my father did not touch her) and he explained to me that, that was not why my father was escorted out. What he was told by the man in the suit was that my father grabbed him by the neck TWICE, and that he has 4 witnesses. I clearly told him i have over 10 people with our party who saw the whole encounter, and can confirm it was not true. I explained detail per detail what happened, and all I got from him was "Here is my card, next time you come in please let me show you were about having a good time." I will never recommend this place to any one nor will I go back. It is not right that just because some one has a "status" some where they are able to ruin our night just because it was our first time there. I guess you can go to this place if your alright with some one randomly accusing you of something, and getting away with it since they spend more money than you do. Never have I ever been treated like this, I can say McDonald's has better customer service than what I got.
(1)
Grace G.

This place is always pack but is so worth the wait. Awesome atmosphere, very clean. The food is fantastic and portions are big. The only reason they won't get a 5 star review from me is because the staff is unfriendly. Service is a big part of the equation, you can have a good product but if you don't know how to sell it well there is a bunch of other options down the street. :) In other news I probably won't stop coming because I like the food too much...
(4)
Lauren U.

What Tarpon Bend lacks in variety it makes up in consistent, good-quality food and drinks. I've been here a bunch of times, and it's a great place for lunch, dinner, or happy hour. The food is great, better than regular bar food. The menu cocktails are fine... But the happy hour is great! And Thursdays are $3.50 flavored mojitos! How can you turn that down? I've never had an issue with service here. Very attentive and knowledgeabe servers. It does get full during happy hour, but that's part of the fun. Seems like a great place to meet people, as it's a lot of friendly, young professionals in the 25-35 age group.
(4)
Patricio T.

Do you want to have fun in the gables? This is the best place to be !!! Everyone make you feel welcome.
(5)
Jeffrey T.

From a former favourite to an abyss of failures. Tarpon Bend used to have one of the best services in the Gables and the food was amazing. Little by little the food quality has been declining, yet the service was still ok. But today was just a dissapointment. I got there and was seated immediately (the place was fairly empty) 15 mins and no one had even passed by to take a drink order. I got up and told the hostess i was leaving due to service she did nothing but scream sorry. I guess ill take my business else where.
(1)
Mel A.

Monday Happy Hour, pretty quiet, older crowd( 50's & up). The service was fab! the menu was good as usual and the drink specials are the same 2 for 1...best part u can keep you "chip" for another day. Def try the gables chicken salad, its huge!
(4)
Brian L.

When friends ask me what to get here, I tell them everything is good. Now that I'm a vegan, there are only 2 main dishes on the menu I can order, but they're both really good. On Mondays, they have a veggie burger special that beats all the other veggie burgers on the mile. Be sure to specify no mayo or cheese if you don't eat dairy. The other dish is the Mexican shrimp Margherita, which is a layered stack of fresh avocado, black beans and shrimp drizzled with a mild chili sauce that ties all the flavors together. It's served with homemade tortilla chips. I order mine without the shrimp. For sides, I recommend the sweet potato fries or the tabbouleh depending on how healthy you want to feel when you leave. Their service is excellent during lunchtime and they have a public wifi network, which makes this place great for Friday afternoon work sessions with my team. The manager comes by to say hi every time we're in.
(5)
Mike H.

I had a quick lunch, I was in a hurry. I wanted some raw seafood and I was craving a ceviche and some oysters with a good IPA. I got a perfect blend of good seafood and beer. I had a Sweet n Spicy Mahi-Mahi Ceviche. This is on my top 5! I don't usually like Mahi Mahi for ceviche but I was proved wrong, it was very very good. The oysters tasted like they should and served right. The Lagunitas IPA was a great pair and service was very well done.
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Lucia L.

Tarpon is great! The service is exceptional and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Friday nights are fun, but Sunday brunch is my favorite! I love their Crab Cake Benny and bottomless jades. Andrew, the manager, is very polite and attentive, he has a wonderful English accent, and is always dressed to perfection
(5)
Larry S.

We used to be regulars at this restaurant with almost weekly visits. Lately, food quality and service have gone down ~ way down! If you have a few drinks before your meal you may not notice or care. Sober, my rating would be "unforgettable" - but I'll try!
(1)
Brian S.

This was my second time at Tarpon Bend...first time eating. Atmosphere - lots of professionals from Coral Gables. Sort if noisy, but not too crowded for a Wednesday. Dinner - I had the Mahi Mahi...the side salad was bigger than the fish...both were very tasty...I would have liked a bigger piece of fish. Drinks - it was happy hour so we ordered well Manhattans (2 for 1). The manhattan was very weak...while te waitress claim they used higher end wells ... The drink tasted like it was watered down. We were disappointed. I would go back again for happy hour, but maybe just for the wine. The attentiveness of the wait staff was greatly appreciated...excellent service.
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Marvin T.

$3.50 mojitos on Thursday, BOMB ass calamari, and that's all I really need. Mojitos are either not strong enough or just right. They have white grape, pineapple, watermelon, peachberry, blackberry, grapefruit, and a couple others. Most of them are pretty good, not really a fan of grapefruit or the one thats like a mix of all of them. The calamari is life-changing. On my list of top 3 best calamari I have every had in my life. Every we went here it we knew we were getting it, we just needed to figure out how many orders. The fish and shrimp sandwiches are both good and the fries are crispy which is def a plus. The place can be kind of expensive if you get too drunk and try to order everything....which I did. A good spot to go to if you are in the Gables
(4)
David C.

Great place but the drinks are wayyyy too overpriced! I'm a whiskey man and one round of black label was 14 dollars with 18 percent gratuity! I have no problem paying for good service but that is ridiculous!
(2)
Sabrina L.

This is def a great Happy Hour spot. The 2x1 drinks until 10pm had me feeling quite happy!. Nice crowd, great DJ playing in the back, good service. It gets very crowded after 8 so be prepared to hustle your way through the bar but overall, good times!
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Goose O.

I LOVE this bar for happy hour, and I'm so happy to have just found out about $3.50 mojitos on Thursdays! Their chip system is so beyond convenient. This place is always hoppin' and there is always a fun vibe. I haven't tried the food, but the cocktails (esp. the mamacita martini) are yummy and strong!
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Betty A.

It was a Saturday night and the first week in January. I was eager to have a sort of healthy dinner therefore I wanted to go Tarpon Bend in Coral Gables. When I dine alone, I always sit at the bar which is more comfortable for me. I had the urge to order the Margarita Shrimp and a fish taco. The margarita shrimp consisted with layers of pieces of shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, and beans with a side of toasted corn chips. Delish. My fish taco consisted of a hard shell taco with lettuce, avocado, and sour cream and all washed down with a glass of ice tea. Thank you very much Tarpon Bend!! Will see you again soon!!
(5)
Lee O.

Stereotypical Miami posing & douchebaggery
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Jose R.

I have been coming to this place for several years now, and have always had a great experience and amazing food. Some of my favorite items include the pan fried snapper, churrasco chimichurri, San Diego fish tacos, and the Tarpon burger. I'm not a big drinker but I have heard really good things about their drinks. Absolutely one of my go to places when I'm in the area.
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Paul W.

Though I drive past Tarpon Bend often, I've only been here a few times. I'm not a huge fan of seafood and there have always been other choices in the Gables that were more appealing to me. I went here with a larger group several months ago, as it was the second stop on a pub crawl I was attending. Unfortunately we had to leave within about 5 or 10 minutes of my arrival, as the assistant manager there asked our group to leave and at one point threatened to call his manager and/or the police if we didn't go. I found this a bit odd, as our group really wasn't being loud or obnoxious when they were at Tarpon Bend (certainly no louder than the usual happy hour crowd is here). This was only the second place they hit on the crawl, it was still relatively early, and I was actually surprised at how quiet everyone was at this point. It took me about 3 or 4 minutes to be served, as the single bartender was at the other side of the bar chatting away with one of the other patrons, rather than checking to see if anyone was waiting to be served. A few minutes later, the asst. manager approached our group and asked us to leave. I stopped back here again on a recent Saturday night at about 10:30, and didn't know if I was in a bar/restaurant or a mortuary. There were only a few couples or small groups dining and about 4 or 5 people seated at the bar. There was no life in the place, the staff weren't terribly friendly or outgoing and we waited several minutes to be served, as the bartender seemed more interested in chatting with a group at the bar rather than serving. We had 1 drink and then we moved to The Bar which is a quick stroll from here and much more lively and energetic!
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Yanin V.

Crab crusted mahi is the best fish I've had anywhere.
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Megan D.

Service is always pretty good...beer is always delicious, cocktails are awesome. Can never go wrong with oysters here honestly, and their fish tacos? Pretty legit. Today though, is the first time we've ever had their calamari. I'm always looking for a calamari that's not just battered and fried and served with some marinara...Town Kitchen & Bar (in south Miami) has the best calamari in my opinion, and this JUST might top that! Well done.
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Katherine K.

I've been coming here for a few years and it's only gotten more and more popular. The food is great (I've had the skillet roasted clams, fish dip, tuna burger, captiva sandwich, fish tacos and Asian tuna salad, to name a few) and I've never been disappointed. Oh, and the fries are addicting. The service is almost always good. Keep in mind that it gets busy (and loud) on Mojito Thursdays, game nights and on the weekends.
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Julio M.

Came here for a friend's birthday on a Friday night. The place was INSANE! The bar is the biggest one in miracle mile but it had to be 5 ppl deep to get a drink. Why? 2-4-1 happy hour that's why! It was supposed to go on until 9 and then they announced it was extended to 10! Are you kidding me? Hands down best happy hour in the gables.....no miami ...... No the world! It was a good time. Ordered the tuna burger with sweet potato fries and it was delicious. My friend ordered fish Dip which was great. Very Happy with the food. Can't wait to go back.
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Robert S.

Food was really good, but servfice was really BAD. Waited over 45 minutes for the food. Don't sit around the bar unless you have a dedicated server (the bartender was pulling double duty). I normally tip very well (over 20%), but I won't enable mediocrity.
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Veronica D.

Hubby and I went for a quick dinner and drinks on a Friday night. Service was good, food was food....my only complaint were the 2 ginormous industrial size fans that belong in an airplane hanger! The 39 mile per hour winds were not necessary and quite frankly left me a little confused and with messy hair.
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Lucy F.

This is a Happy Hour Mecca if there ever was one to be had. Great prices and a fab location. The servers are always right on top of their tables. The manager walks around greeting patrons. Everything clicks here and that is why it's always packed with loads of people. Tarpon Bend gets a huge thumbs up from this Happy Happy Hour goer!
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Turbo Smurf X.

This place deserves negative stars. The food is not fresh, the service is lousy and management could care less about making it right. You've heard the expression the customer is always right. Well here, the expression should be "let's see how crappy we can make this customer's experience". I have been hear many times and talk about a slide down the mountain. I will never go back after the last visit. Our order was all wrong, the server made no effort to try and get it right. The team system of person taking the order and one person serving is a disaster. They could not deliver all the meals at the same time or even seem to care that the meal service was incomplete. Servers please do not stick you fingers in the plate and in the soup bowl. The food quality has gone down the toilet. Cold french fries. Not luke warm, not room temperature but actually cold. Seared tuna means seared on the outside and red and clear on the inside. Not grey and smelly (as over cooking could hide spoiled fish). And management could care less and wants to argue rather than work with you to make the situation at least end pleasantly instead of in a confrontation. The owner should be embarrassed by the people who weekend night manage the place. Stay away and don't go.
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Jana C.

Tarpon Bend has been around for a couple of years now, and as far as the food goes, it never disappoints. Nowadays it's widely known for it's 2 for 1 happy hour, but personally I only enjoy that if I get there early on, since the later it gets the more packed it gets and the harder it is to get served. The crowd can also be a weird mix of semi-annoying/fake people, so beware. But this review is more based on the delicious food, my favorite being the seared yellowfin tuna salad with vodka oyster shooters on the side. The seafood is so fresh and delicious, but if you were craving some meat or a burger, Tarpon Bend still doesn't fail to deliver.
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Ashley A.

I hate the idea of writing a review for a place having only been there once, but my experience merits a snippet. I stopped in around 7 on a Friday night and the place was packed like a stockyard. Some friends had already gotten a table but the waitress was overbooked and every time we wanted to order something we literally had to grab her arm. A DJ started playing some typical Miami top-40 so loudly we couldn't hear each other speak, and the crowd took a turn for the douche... BUT, I had a dozen oysters on the half shell and about half a dozen oyster shooters (woooohooo) and they were just phenomenal. Clean, well shucked, crisp notes, ice cold and out of the kitchen in a hurry. I typically don't trust oysters served in Florida as they tend to be from some Gulf shithole and carry cholera like it's their job, but these were just top notch. I also ordered an ahi tuna dish that was quite good, but frankly, those little slimy buggers carried the weight of the evening. Overall, atmosphere was crap, prices were high, but food quality could have taken the gold.
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Danny N.

Foods great
(4)
Dania G.

We celebrated an intimate birthday lunch today and really enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service. We all had the mahi mahi sandwich...so good. the oysters were great too and the warm brownie with ice cream was delish!
(4)
Jose G.

Like it for lunch not for dinner. Its the friday night meat market in Coral Gables... Thank God I am not single!
(3)
Celia M.

Tarpon Bend has a soft spot in my heart for infinite reasons... Their Szechuan Calamari is to die for-I've been meaning to give it a try in my kitchen because that garlic chili sauce is excellent! The San Diego Fish Tacos with Mahi-Mahi, avocado, and chipotle cream among other deliciousness is a must try and you order the quantity you wish so that's always a plus. This time around, we tried the Chicken Milanese and it was another great hit. I mean Hello Lady!!! Mojito Madness on Thursdays, endless choices for $3.50..set it as a weekly reminder.
(4)
Rick G.

Mahi Ruben is excellent!
(5)
Johnny Lauren S.

We've come here several times and found its pretty good among the other seafood places, especially for fresh oysters. It's a great spot for happy hour in miracle mile and if by chance Chris is behind the bar- Make sure you get your drinks from him. He's a great server and makes the best Mojitos we've had there! Wahoo sandwich is delicious, the snapper is too and even the burgers for a seafood place is awesome!
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Diana A.

Not exactly what I was expecting. But here's the backstory - I was hoping to take my husband to Joe's Stone Crab. Unfortunately, our honeymoon was a bit too early in October...little did I know that stone crab season had not yet begun!! Joe's was closed, and I scrambled to find a decent seafood-y replacement. I was hoping for a casual, yet classy, reasonably priced seafood restaurant experience. But instead, I found a bustling happy hour crowd at the bar, and hardly anyone eating in the dining area (or eating at the bar, for that matter). Hmm...could've walked away I guess, but we forged ahead. After all, it was a weeknight, a little after 6...maybe we were just early? Our waitress was excellent, no complaints whatsoever about the service. She apparently told the manager it was our first visit to Tarpon Bend, and he appeared with a complimentary appetizer. We were kind of surprised (this sort of thing just doesn't happen in Jersey), but it was a nice gesture. I'm not really a fan of Smoked Fish Dip, but hey, it's the thought that counts. I had my sights set on the calamari, which I totally inhaled, mainly because I was starving. The sauce was quite heavy...sort of a sweet/sour/peanut/asian sauce. I liked it, but either I ate too much too quickly or...there was something else going on with it. For my entree, I had the chicken milanese with a side of mashed potatoes...portions were huge and everything was tasty. But something unfortunate happened. As soon as I started with my entree, I hit the wall. I can't really blame Tarpon Bend at all for what happened next...I became extremely nauseous and could not look at any of the food on the table any longer. I have a really strong stomach and this is a rare occurrence. Our waitress kindly brought over take-home boxes for us, and we took off. Not gonna lie, almost hurled during my walk to the car (parking at prime time isn't the easiest, use one of the garages). But as quickly as it commenced, the nausea subsided. I went back to the Biltmore and drifted off to sleep. Moral of this story? Don't overeat, even when you're starving. And maybe stick to happy hour at Tarpon Bend.
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Charlie D.

I went with work colleagues for lunch, and we had some of the appetizers to share-- delicious and plentiful. We especially enjoyed the fried calamari, and the oysters on the half shell. However, the highlight of our mean were the cocktails, refreshing and well- made. However, for a house that carries most of Bacardi's premium brands, I was disappointed that they did not have selections from the House of Martini-- not even a Martini Proseco to mix with St-Germain elderberry liqueur. I certainly will be back for cocktails again, and hope to see Martini on the menu next time.
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Maile N.

During a visit to Coral Gables/Miami for a conference, this was our first restaurant we went to for dinner. It was great because it was within easy walking distance of our Westin hotel. First, we had a lovely seafood sampler: oysters, shrimp, ceviche and crab. The oyster from Totten was excellent - meaty, fresh and tasty. The crab was pre-cracked for us, easy to eat and very tasty. For my main, I had fish, can't remember what kind to tell you the truth, but my tummy was happy - that's all that matters. We sat outside and had nice, attentive service. Great first-night dinner while we were in town.
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Geoff Y.

happy hour mojitos + oyster shooters + mackerel dip = win I know that's not very useful, but hey, pair all of that with the wide open atmosphere and gorgeous Miami weather, and 'win' pretty much sums it up. *changed my misspelling of "oyster" because I have OCD when it comes to spelling and grammar.
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Vanessa C.

If you want a place to be able to have a conversation, then don't go after 9pm otherwise the bar is packed and the noise makes it impossible to hear the person sittng next to you. Bartenders could be a lot better and typically leave something to be desired but the drink specials and the food makes it worth it.
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Victor P.

Best Happy Hour in the Gables! This is a great place to Pre-game before you head out for the night. I haven't had the food here so I can really comment on it. "This must says a lot about me". Also you're always bound to find someone you know here.
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Laura A.

I have been going to Tarpon Bend on & off for the past 5 years. It's very close to my house, which is great & I love seafood! I've had different things from their menu and never been disappointed. Their spinach dip with jalapenos is amazing! Their pot of mussels, clams etc.. , key west shrimp sandwich & burgers are yum. I went for the first time to their Happy Hour, this past week with Albs R. Their fruit mojitos are GREAT! Freshly made, really refreshing and with real fruits. I don't do "pre-mixed" drinks so this was an extra special treat. My favorite was the watermelon mojito! The prices were standard 2-for-1 happy hour drink specials but they fact that their mojitos are awesome make it a real treat! Already making plans to go back for Mojito Madness on Thursday ... can you tell I like my cocktails? The space has come & gone as different restaurants and retail spaces over the years (used to be an Old Navy.. before that a J. Byrons.. yes this is my native area!!) But Tarpon Bend has proven to have staying power which I would merit to their consistent great food & service. Now that I've discovered their yummy fresh fruit mojitos.. I will be going more often. Definitely a neighborhood gem!
(5)
Katrina P.

After visiting Tarpon Bend this weekend I must say I was VERY impressed! The Szechuan Calamari was the best calamari I have ever tasted! It was perfectly crisp with a homemade chili sauce and topped with sesame seeds. For my main course, I ordered the Pan-Fried Snapper and it was PERFECT, another homemade sauce really made the meal stand out. Ending my meal on a sweet note I decided to order Grandma's Apple Cake served with vanilla ice cream. After the first bite I think I went to heaven. It was perfectly warmed with a delicious apple/cinnamon taste with the texture of bread pudding -- it wasn't like anything I have tasted before. Overall, a truly delightful experience. Everything I ate was fresh and cooked to perfection. Excellent service - the waiter was attentive and gave the best recommendations. Great decor - made me feel I was on vacation and I completely forgot I was so close to home. I loved the fishing records up on the wall. Tarpon Bend really pays close attention to detail... I will be returning very soon!
(5)
Piper R.

The calamari is GREAT!
(5)
Sal G.

This is a Tavern. Somewhat pretentious, but we were able to get in due to the fact that it was a weekday. We ordere the following items: Maple point oysters Peel and eat Shrimp Cajun Blackened grouper with horseradish mashed potato Black bean soup The oysters were just awesome. They were fresh and they were humongous. The sweetness, taste of the sea, and consistency of the oysters just made me hunger for more. My entire meal consisted of 6 of these oysters; these six oysters were so large... The shrimp, fish and potatoes had no pizzazz about them and I could have easily gotten them at just about any other restaurant. I don't know why they called them "horseradish mashed potato" as there was not a hint of horseradish in them. Unless you are a fan of a strong cumin flavor, you may wish to stay away from the black bean soup. I like the taste of cumin, but not to as much as was in this soup nor enough to order the soup again.
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Shay J.

Went here last night to celebrate 4 of my friends Birthdays, we actually had a great time. The staff was extremely helpful and nice, cant say the same for the guy that was working the bar. He seemed as if he didnt wanna be there at all,he was short and str8 to the point. The food was okay, nothing to brag about, I wish they would add more options to their menu though. There wasnt much of a choice, I went with the Jambalaya rice which I really did like. ONE thing that I sure wasnt happy about was the fact that they didnt offer any frozen drinks, I wanted a Virgin Pina Colada and the waiter told me they didnt care any type of frozen drinks what so ever! That right there was kind of a bummer, I settled for a Raspberry lemonade which wasnt sweet at all :( .... I must say I really dont mind going back...Hopefully next visit they'll have frozen drinks and more options to choose from on their menu :)
(3)
Raul M.

They have a crazy happy hour on Fridays which is very packed for their 2-4-1 special. The service is HORRIBLE! Takes 20 minutes just to get the bartender's attention then another 5 to order, then another 10 to get your drinks. Make sure to either pay cash right away or leave your tab open and worry about the hassle of paying later on. They get 2 stars because the happy hour special is good but regularly, this place is a bit pricey and the service is never good.
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Bruce C.

Very reliable lunch spot with very tasty food - the fisherman's kettle is great...but be prepared to wear a bib. They also have a very nice veggie burger which is only available on Mondays. Of course, the fresh fish is usually quite good as well. I prefer for lunch or happy hour vs. dinner.
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V. H.

This happy hour place is like a cat with 9 lives... way back when, this used to be "the spot." Then the gables kind of died out and all of a sudden, I'm driving down Miracle Mile the other night, and I notice the huge crowd outside of Tarpon. It lives! The hh specials are awesome... two for one until 10pm. You cant beat that with a stick! Do yourself (and your wallet) a favor and make this your first stop of the night.
(4)
Albs R.

Love their happy hour...cheap mojitos that actually taste the way a mojito should taste like, plus they have a bunch of different flavors to choose from. Count me in!
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Our P.O V.

My boyfriend and I have been here only once, so our opinions are limited, but I have to say that their Szechuan Calamari is to die for!!!! I always get Fried Calamari just about anywhere I go because it's an absolute favorite of mine, and I'm sooo glad I tried this one. It comes loaded with Garlic Chili Sauce, chopped peanuts and sesame seeds (which I love), and it's just really out of control. Several people I know have gone just for that and they are obsessed!! If you enjoy Fried Calamari as much as any kid enjoys a pacifier, you won't regret trying this!! It's about $10 and the portion is deceiving! If I would have known it brought that much I would have stuck to another appetizer and not gotten a full meal. My boyfriend tried the Tarpon Burger and it was yummy! We like our meat as WELL as WELL DONE gets and they were able to do that for us (since some restaurants take offense and won't cook it ALL THE WAY)!! To drink, we had beer (Miller Light) so that's really a general taste you can enjoy on a steaming hot, 12noon-lunch. I also had a Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad ($12) which was HUGE and so incredibly tasty I was disappointed that I couldn't finish it all! I really love Mexican salads and this one really caught me off guard! Definitely would go back again soon!
(5)
Brent B.

Love the oysters. Love the fish sammy. Hate the price. 12 oysters were like 30 bucks! 52 dollar lunch oysters and sammy=crazy or rich
(4)
David J.

This is a great place for seafood. I usually have the grouper sandwitch and a drink. Great place for take a date or family. Keep it up Tarpon Bend. David
(4)
Cecile S.

Everyone loves Tarpon Bend. With 2 for 1 drink specials and fun tokens to redeem your drinks you are ensured a good time! Fridays usually gets really packed so be prepared to deal with the crowd. The bar tenders are the best there always very friendly. Suri always makes my drinks and I have never complained. The manager is always walking around talking to guests and making sure everything is in order. So why 4 stars and not 5? The food. Although there are some dishes I enjoy for example, the spinach dip, mexican salad, and cheeseburger I would have to say the menu is lacking. But if you are loading up on carbs I guess who needs food right? Just kidding.
(4)
Carlos P.

Terrible Terrible service. Great atmosphere. The place was popin but to get a drink will take you easily 30 minutes. What good is a place if you can't get a drink. Because I'm a guy the douche bag bartender served every girl in sight but myself. I waited a good 30 minutes before I got my drink. Heads up if you come here have your big tittie girlfriend order your drinks. We ended up going to the coral gables ale house and having a much better time and cheaper drinks. Left the bartender zero tip!
(2)
Leigh Ann T.

My husband and I stopped in here last night. I don't know exactly what was going on, but the place was packed!. I'm guessing since it was a Fri. night, and from reading, that this is the place to go for Happy Hour. It was super busy, but it wasn't too hard to get a drink and it kinda felt like a club instead of a restaurant. I didn't have any fancy drinks, but for The Gables/Miracle Mile, it didn't seem too expensive. This review is only for the bar, as we didn't have any food but plan to try it in the near future!
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Nichole M.

Where to start... We all know by now about their Friday Night happy hour, blah blah blah... No disrespect, but that's not even the tip of the titanic-sinker with Tarpon Bend! Thursday nights Mojito Madness! For a dollar more than a dang coca cola, mojitos are 3.50 all day and night. Regular, Miracle Mile (raspberry), blackberry, pineapple, coconut, artic grape, watermelon, grapefruit, peachberry, and tutti-fruity. All kinds of flavors, all delicious, all super cheap. I love the Pineapple Mojito - it tastes like summer time and beaches and sexy-half-naked people glistening with tans and salt water-...but I digress. The watermelon mojito is essentially a jolly rancher. Can't decide? Tutti Fruity is all the flavors COMBINED! Put THAT in your pipe and smoke it. As for the food? I love going there and just ordering the appetizers. If I could only eat one thing for the rest of my life - it would be the tuna sashimi. I'd have it as my appetizer, again as my entree, and then again as my dessert. True Story. Skillet Roasted Clams are a MUST (though maybe hold off until the weather gets cooler), but definitely order it with extra grilled bread. Honestly, if I could get away with it, I'd raise that skillet to my lips and slurp EVERY LAST DROP. Manners be damned. The Mexican Shrimp Margarita - it's name is unfortunate and doesn't do it justice. I read it the first time and immediately thought of some type of shrimp ala cocktail in maybe a margarita glass and salted rim. It's nothing like that, but it IS delicious. Shrimp in tomato-tequila-chili-lime sauce, cumin-dusted black beans, and a guacamole to put other guacamoles into a deep dark self-loathing depression. Served with tortilla chips. The Calamari is also great, but the sauce can be a little over powering. If you're not sure, best to get the sauces on the side. Entrees: Churrasco Chimichurri (extra chimi on the side) Panfried Snapped (OMGOMGOMG ) Herb Crusted Tuna and the Captiva Chicken Sandwich All my favorites. The sweet potato fries, rattatouille, garlic greens, sugar snap peas, and/or brussel sprouts are all the best sides (though sadly the sweet potato fries are the only ones on the menu full time). As for desserts - order a glass of their new muscato with the fabulous key lime pie. Or a nice neat grand marnier, alone or with the Grannysmith apple cake. Also Wednesday is Ladies Night, 2-4-1 entrees if you're out with just the girls! Ask for Chelsea, Scott, or Joel - best servers in town!
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Alex H.

Tarpon Bend has been one of those places that I drive by very often and I always say "Gee, I should try it out!", but never have had the chance. The time finally came. I went with a few friends who all have been here before. I had a variety of food recommendations between them all. I was recommended and decided to have the sizzling seafood kettle. I read the menu to see it was mussels, calamari, and shrimp with potatoes in a tomato sauce. I honestly wasn't sure what to expect because when it comes to sauces, there are many ways to serve this. When the plate and the large black kettle, something probably out of Hamlet, arrived, I was pleasantly surprised. The plate itself was a large layer with a mixture of shrimp and calamari with two slices of bread. The kettle, roughly a small cauldron, had "refills" for when the plate itself ran out. The dish, overall, was good, but I had some minor issues. Some of the mussels didn't open, not that it bothered me, but someone else might find a problem. The other issue I had was that there were only two slices of bread. I wish I had a bit more bread, but that's a personal taste. The bread was perfect to soak up the sauce once I ate everything else. Bottom Line: Great environment, I will have to come back to try the Ahi Burger
(4)
Autumn H.

The food is ok... The bar scene, if you're there on a good night, is good. There is a waiter named Nickolai who is a raging idiot and should totally be avoided at all cost, he will ruin your experience.
(2)
Orlando R.

It was a Monday night and the place was empty the service was so slow we couldn't believe it. We ordered the Gumbo and the rice was not cooked properly. I can't imagine on a busy day.
(2)
Cammie S.

The ambience here is great, buzzing and full of after work fun people. And the service very friendly. I have mixed reviews about the food: we ordered the coconut conch chowder, which wasn't chowder by any sense of the word. It was red and tomato based, very watery, the potatoes were so soggy they disintegrated before you could chew them, and there was no conch to be found! Forgive me but aren't chowders thick white and chunky?! We also had the smoked fish dip. I give this much higher ratings. Straight to the point, smokey fishy goodness. I would personally prefer toasted pita points to the sesame crackers (not flatbreads lol wth).. But it was yummy! The mains were pretty good also. I ordered the ribs. The sauce was a little spicy for my taste. But I'm from virginia and our ribs are sweeter than spicy. Everyone does it differently. They were cooked nicely, very tender. Sweet potato fries very crispy! My husband really won here though with the seafood fettuccine. It's black with squid ink but not overpowering. Very fresh clams, crabmeat, and DELICIOUS shrimp!! Oh and the Thursday $3.50 mojitos are a great deal. Many fruity flavors! All in all it was a good experience and we will come back sometime to try some different menu items. My recommendation here would be to order the seafood items and stay away from the other meats. Go to a BBQ place for that ;)
(3)
Stefani G.

I love coming here. I always get the best service from Evan and Albert. They really are the best. And it's nice to have other servers like Chelsea come check on us from time to time. The food is good but the real deal is the happy hour two for one. If you want good food and excellent service, come here.
(5)
Beatriz G.

Friday is here! And friends gather for a drink at Tarpon Bend! Great booth for people watching. Unfortunately, if you aren't a regular you'll be kicked out of your booth with drinks in hand in order to accommodate these "regulars". Drinks are too expensive to be treated like this!! And when inquiring to managerial staff for the reason for our sudden removal from the booth, managers are rude and provide no answers! In fact, we were later removed from the bar completely for asking too many questions. As a hardworking teacher, just trying to unwind after a rough week, I've never been treated so badly! My girlfriends and I will be elsewhere from now on and they can keep their regulars!
(1)
Rick G.

Mahi Ruben is excellent!
(5)
Jo W.

If you want to get it popping on a Friday night, Tarpon Bend has got you. When I arrived around 6/7 I was thinking, happy hour, lowkey, drinks by the bar. However, I approached what appeared to be a club scene; long line, packed wall to wall and scantily clad girls, who I hope don't go to work dressed like that. I almost had the urge to turn back but realized people were just outside enjoying their festivities since the restaurant was already so full. After making up our minds to stay, we were going to just get in where we fit in, but my friend was starving and wanted to eat something so we put our name on the list to be seated and then made our way to the bar to partake in the happy hour 2-for-1 drink special (M-F from 3-9pm, Sat 3-7pm). We ordered a few round of drinks during our time there and I have to say that considering the deal, they were really good drinks especially the mojito but the wine not so much. I hate when you go someplace and because they are discounting you, they just water down the drinks to stretch their dollar. They don't do that here. After a not so long of a wait (considering the ridiculous amount of people), we were called to our table. Our server isn't worth noting as was the service because it was so busy, but he was efficient despite the scene. He just really didn't have too much time for pleasantries but at least he had a smile on his face while serving us and I can't say that for many others servers I have had. Anyways, my friend ended up ordering the Key West Shrimp Sandwich. It was good but nothing to rave about. After finishing her sandwich, she was craving sweets so we ended up ordering the Warm Pecan Brownie. I didn't find it to be great, the brownie was a little too dry. Happy Hour are Tarpon Bend was definitely legendary yet I have a hard time placing my opinion of this place. As a happy hour spot, I felt more like I was in a night club then having drink by the bar which throws me off. Yet, if I look at it from a night club stand point, the music isn't there and the atmosphere seems lackluster. However, the drinks were good and I had a good time, so I definitely want to come again but more for happy hour than lunch or dinner. Worth noting is Mojito Madness Thursdays with $3.50 fresh mojitos all day long! That might be a better time for someone like to to stop by. Also, they have an additional location in Fort Lauderdale.
(3)
Michelle B.

Went for lunch. The oyster shooters were great, the drinks were decent, the Mac and cheese was to die for. However, I came home and a few hours later I got very, very ill. After. Doing some research it turns out I had a food poisoning specific to fish that was not stored or handled properly. For the price point of this restaurant, you would think the kitchen would maintain the fish in a safe manner for consumption. So disappointed. Probably won't be returning.
(2)
Zeus C.

Overall I didn't love the service but enjoyed the food. To be specific, the service was fine when available. However would recommend simply based on the food it was really good.
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Ally M.

Ive been there a couple of times and I love it! Their happy hour is great 2-4-1. I've only been there on Fridays so I know they have it then, I'm not sure about other days. Great food, drinks, ambiance, and service!
(5)
Renata T.

Great place and nice people. Good drinks, perfect for a happy hour
(5)
Monica S.

Anything with a Key West vibe can call me a sucker. It's the stuff I live for. Double that with faux-fish taxidermy and sepia photos of fishing nostalgia and consider me fallen hook, line and sinker. Along the done-up Miracle Mile artery, Tarpon Bend offers sea-faring lovers and pescatarians a dose of some much needed marine medicine. If you've got a choice, opt for the bar setting and share some apps and chilled white wine. We went with the Mexican Shrimp Margarita (what ended up being a tower of guacamole, black beans, and BBQ-sauced shrimp) and the Tuna Sashimi (a very generous serving of raw slices atop a bed of seaweed salad and bites of loose edamame and cucumbers). Pair those with a few glasses of Sauv Blanc or Moet. If you're in the mood for the raw stuff, the adjacent raw bar features a handful of slick and savory options. Best of all, the ALL DAY $3.50 Bacardi Mojito Thursday happy hour is unbeatable.
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Eddy J.

Go to Tarpon Blend on Thursday nights if you like mojitos, and if you don't like mojitos, then that's your problem. They're 3.50 on this particular evening and come in basically a billion flavors from grapefruit to I'm wasted give me anything. The bartender hand picking the fruit would've been the only thing to make those buzz enablers better. The hand food is pretty decent. I tried some of their sweet potato fries, which I have a special place in my heart for. I could tell my friends liked the tacos by the way they slammed them back like a "Natural Light" at a frat party. I'm not sure people will get that reference, but it's a beer bros chug, so you can just laugh anyways because I'm being hilarious. By way of observation, I picked up a handy tip to land a lady: buy them a shot from across the bar! Oh wait, no, bro, that's really just a commodification of personhood. If you can't read between the lines at what I'm saying here, the crowd is packed with some collared "professionals" who have no idea what equality or social justice are. But if you're trying to get fucked up on cheap mojitos, check it out and ignore the ignorance!
(4)
Lily D.

Great place for happy hour. Great drink and food specials. Friday nights are fun because of the DJ and music. I would recommend this place for happy hour on a Friday.
(3)
Ravi S.

This place is my second home. I love everything abt this place from supercool Friday night to Sunday brunch. Good and friendly staff. Try shrimp appetizer and chicken salad. Their burgers are good too. Place to watch for Thursday and Friday night.
(5)
Emerio Joel M.

I went with my friend, late Thursday night, who thinks that the Calamari is amazing. This was my first time going to tarpon bend in Gables. My friend thinks that places like apple bee's and Denny's are ideal places to eat. I do like Apple bee's and Denny's at times, but lets just say my palate for food is very open and diverse to all kinds of styles and price points. I would not recommend the Calamari dish, appetizer, portion size large, gross it was greasy, the rings where small, it had too much batter, which I was not happy about because that means more calories. I have had better calamari in lower priced and higher priced places. I told the waitress about it and there was no alternative given, or offer to get something else. I didn't even eat half of my plate. I don't intend on going again.
(1)
Bill P.

First class service, servers are very knowledgable and friendly. Menu has been expanded for all taste buds
(5)
Natasha N.

Great design an ambiance to the place. Service was excellent and on point. We started out with a basic spinach and artichoke dip. I had the Key West Shrimp sandwich with the truffled mac& cheese as a side. I can not even begin to explain how good the mac & cheese was! He had Shrimp Arugula Salad and the New England Clam Chowder. Both were wonderful. The Miracle Mile mojitos (strawberry and raspberry) were beyond delicious! I highly recommend trying this place out!
(5)
Miami Diva D.

The calamari was wayyyyyyyy too breaded. Not tasty. It is a great place to have an early drink and people watch.
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Steph D.

After I wrote a negative (2-star) review about a group function I hosted at Tarpon Bend last August, I received an apologetic email from the manager. This year, the event was a smashing success! Kudos to Tarpon Bend for figuring things out. We were given about 8 high top tables in the same area we were the year before without tables. It was little tweaks, like the hostess knowing where our group was upon arrival and better wait service that made it much more enjoyable event. Tarpon Bend, you are moving up in my world.
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Jorge L.

I had the opportunity to stop by Tarpon Bend the other night and had the best steak I think I have ever had. I ordered the Surf and Turf and I was amazed at how delicious the steak and lobster where, especially the steak. they told me its called hanger Steak, I have never had seen it anywhere else and I have to tell you do not miss this when you go. Service was impeccable and the place had a great ambiance. Would recommend this place to everyone.
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Arturo B.

Tarpon Bend is one of the most popular places of Coral Gables/Miracle Mile area. Happy Hour runs until 8:00PM. A group from work wanted to visit so I joined. While their happy hour offer is 2 for 1 on all drinks, the 2nd drink (free) is not prepared with premium spirits. We found this disappointing since other places do honor and remain true to the offer. If you are going advertise as 2x1 on all drinks, then don't trick customers until purchasing a premium drink, and serve them well-quality spirits on their second round because it's free... For that just get beers, and you will be ok. Get there early. The venue gets crowded quickly and can be a little too crazy for our taste.
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Alexia E.

Great food, oysters, churrasco, apple desert n wine selection! !! Service varies...could definitely be improved! Especially late night!!
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Monica C.

Jackie S had been raving about Tarpon Bend's mojitos. To top it off, mojito madness Thursday's give you the benefit of $3.50 mojitos on Thursday. Working late on Thursday? Never fear, Happy Hour lasts until 9pm. Who can beat that?! The Mojitos were FIRE!! I tried their fish dip which I thought was ok. Not my fav but not bad either. I will definitely be back on a Thursday for the yummy mojitos.
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Rosario P.

I stopped here with a couple of girlfriends while wedding dress shopping on the mile. We did not eat, but we had a couple of martinis each. This place was awesome. The waitress was very sweet and attentive, the martinis were delicious and the atmosphere was just all around great. I will be going back and next time I will try the food.
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Eddie G.

Been reviewing restaurants in Miami for a long time, started recently in Yelp. Gotta say tarpon service was great, the enviroment was great but the food was terrible. Order a couple of appetizers, bothe were cold an very simple in taste. The entrees ordered: baby back ribs (the server mentioned they were world famous, my guess world famous cause of being cold and the fries seem to be from the day before) and a pan fried snapper ( to easy to fail executing this dish, but they did) A place not to go back..
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Cassandra T.

I went to Tarpon Bend on Friday March 7, 2014. We went to celebrate a close family friends promotion. The night started out great, our waitress Alison was amazing. We were sat in one of the booths all the way towards the back of the restaurant. Later in the evening I was standing next to my father when two guys passed by the walk way in front of our table, one of them asked my dad a question, the guy was a heavy man dressed in a suit. After they finished speaking they shook hands, the guy hugged my father, and offered to buy him a drink. My dad said no. less than 30 minutes later a police officer escorted my dad out claiming the guy who had just offered my father a drink, said my father touched our waitress. Our waitress Alison, immediately went outside, and clarified that it was NOT true, he never laid a finger on her. He was still not let back in. I spoke with the officer who escorted my dad out, and asked him who the manager was to clear this up, we still had our tabs open, along with food and drinks on our table. He informed me this man in the suit is a BIG MONEY SPENDER, and a regular at this restaurant (so pretty much what he says goes). He advised me that the waitress cleared everything up but the manger does not want my dad back in the restaurant. Eventually I was able to speak with one of the floor managers Andrew, (Alison came outside with me to confirm again, that my father did not touch her) and he explained to me that, that was not why my father was escorted out. What he was told by the man in the suit was that my father grabbed him by the neck TWICE, and that he has 4 witnesses. I clearly told him i have over 10 people with our party who saw the whole encounter, and can confirm it was not true. I explained detail per detail what happened, and all I got from him was "Here is my card, next time you come in please let me show you were about having a good time." I will never recommend this place to any one nor will I go back. It is not right that just because some one has a "status" some where they are able to ruin our night just because it was our first time there. I guess you can go to this place if your alright with some one randomly accusing you of something, and getting away with it since they spend more money than you do. Never have I ever been treated like this, I can say McDonald's has better customer service than what I got.
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Grace G.

This place is always pack but is so worth the wait. Awesome atmosphere, very clean. The food is fantastic and portions are big. The only reason they won't get a 5 star review from me is because the staff is unfriendly. Service is a big part of the equation, you can have a good product but if you don't know how to sell it well there is a bunch of other options down the street. :) In other news I probably won't stop coming because I like the food too much...
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Lauren U.

What Tarpon Bend lacks in variety it makes up in consistent, good-quality food and drinks. I've been here a bunch of times, and it's a great place for lunch, dinner, or happy hour. The food is great, better than regular bar food. The menu cocktails are fine... But the happy hour is great! And Thursdays are $3.50 flavored mojitos! How can you turn that down? I've never had an issue with service here. Very attentive and knowledgeabe servers. It does get full during happy hour, but that's part of the fun. Seems like a great place to meet people, as it's a lot of friendly, young professionals in the 25-35 age group.
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Patricio T.

Do you want to have fun in the gables? This is the best place to be !!! Everyone make you feel welcome.
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Jeffrey T.

From a former favourite to an abyss of failures. Tarpon Bend used to have one of the best services in the Gables and the food was amazing. Little by little the food quality has been declining, yet the service was still ok. But today was just a dissapointment. I got there and was seated immediately (the place was fairly empty) 15 mins and no one had even passed by to take a drink order. I got up and told the hostess i was leaving due to service she did nothing but scream sorry. I guess ill take my business else where.
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Mel A.

Monday Happy Hour, pretty quiet, older crowd( 50's & up). The service was fab! the menu was good as usual and the drink specials are the same 2 for 1...best part u can keep you "chip" for another day. Def try the gables chicken salad, its huge!
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Brian L.

When friends ask me what to get here, I tell them everything is good. Now that I'm a vegan, there are only 2 main dishes on the menu I can order, but they're both really good. On Mondays, they have a veggie burger special that beats all the other veggie burgers on the mile. Be sure to specify no mayo or cheese if you don't eat dairy. The other dish is the Mexican shrimp Margherita, which is a layered stack of fresh avocado, black beans and shrimp drizzled with a mild chili sauce that ties all the flavors together. It's served with homemade tortilla chips. I order mine without the shrimp. For sides, I recommend the sweet potato fries or the tabbouleh depending on how healthy you want to feel when you leave. Their service is excellent during lunchtime and they have a public wifi network, which makes this place great for Friday afternoon work sessions with my team. The manager comes by to say hi every time we're in.
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Mike H.

I had a quick lunch, I was in a hurry. I wanted some raw seafood and I was craving a ceviche and some oysters with a good IPA. I got a perfect blend of good seafood and beer. I had a Sweet n Spicy Mahi-Mahi Ceviche. This is on my top 5! I don't usually like Mahi Mahi for ceviche but I was proved wrong, it was very very good. The oysters tasted like they should and served right. The Lagunitas IPA was a great pair and service was very well done.
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Lucia L.

Tarpon is great! The service is exceptional and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Friday nights are fun, but Sunday brunch is my favorite! I love their Crab Cake Benny and bottomless jades. Andrew, the manager, is very polite and attentive, he has a wonderful English accent, and is always dressed to perfection
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Larry S.

We used to be regulars at this restaurant with almost weekly visits. Lately, food quality and service have gone down ~ way down! If you have a few drinks before your meal you may not notice or care. Sober, my rating would be "unforgettable" - but I'll try!
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Brian S.

This was my second time at Tarpon Bend...first time eating. Atmosphere - lots of professionals from Coral Gables. Sort if noisy, but not too crowded for a Wednesday. Dinner - I had the Mahi Mahi...the side salad was bigger than the fish...both were very tasty...I would have liked a bigger piece of fish. Drinks - it was happy hour so we ordered well Manhattans (2 for 1). The manhattan was very weak...while te waitress claim they used higher end wells ... The drink tasted like it was watered down. We were disappointed. I would go back again for happy hour, but maybe just for the wine. The attentiveness of the wait staff was greatly appreciated...excellent service.
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Marvin T.

$3.50 mojitos on Thursday, BOMB ass calamari, and that's all I really need. Mojitos are either not strong enough or just right. They have white grape, pineapple, watermelon, peachberry, blackberry, grapefruit, and a couple others. Most of them are pretty good, not really a fan of grapefruit or the one thats like a mix of all of them. The calamari is life-changing. On my list of top 3 best calamari I have every had in my life. Every we went here it we knew we were getting it, we just needed to figure out how many orders. The fish and shrimp sandwiches are both good and the fries are crispy which is def a plus. The place can be kind of expensive if you get too drunk and try to order everything....which I did. A good spot to go to if you are in the Gables
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David C.

Great place but the drinks are wayyyy too overpriced! I'm a whiskey man and one round of black label was 14 dollars with 18 percent gratuity! I have no problem paying for good service but that is ridiculous!
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Sabrina L.

This is def a great Happy Hour spot. The 2x1 drinks until 10pm had me feeling quite happy!. Nice crowd, great DJ playing in the back, good service. It gets very crowded after 8 so be prepared to hustle your way through the bar but overall, good times!
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Goose O.

I LOVE this bar for happy hour, and I'm so happy to have just found out about $3.50 mojitos on Thursdays! Their chip system is so beyond convenient. This place is always hoppin' and there is always a fun vibe. I haven't tried the food, but the cocktails (esp. the mamacita martini) are yummy and strong!
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Betty A.

It was a Saturday night and the first week in January. I was eager to have a sort of healthy dinner therefore I wanted to go Tarpon Bend in Coral Gables. When I dine alone, I always sit at the bar which is more comfortable for me. I had the urge to order the Margarita Shrimp and a fish taco. The margarita shrimp consisted with layers of pieces of shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, and beans with a side of toasted corn chips. Delish. My fish taco consisted of a hard shell taco with lettuce, avocado, and sour cream and all washed down with a glass of ice tea. Thank you very much Tarpon Bend!! Will see you again soon!!
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Lee O.

Stereotypical Miami posing & douchebaggery
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Jose R.

I have been coming to this place for several years now, and have always had a great experience and amazing food. Some of my favorite items include the pan fried snapper, churrasco chimichurri, San Diego fish tacos, and the Tarpon burger. I'm not a big drinker but I have heard really good things about their drinks. Absolutely one of my go to places when I'm in the area.
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Paul W.

Though I drive past Tarpon Bend often, I've only been here a few times. I'm not a huge fan of seafood and there have always been other choices in the Gables that were more appealing to me. I went here with a larger group several months ago, as it was the second stop on a pub crawl I was attending. Unfortunately we had to leave within about 5 or 10 minutes of my arrival, as the assistant manager there asked our group to leave and at one point threatened to call his manager and/or the police if we didn't go. I found this a bit odd, as our group really wasn't being loud or obnoxious when they were at Tarpon Bend (certainly no louder than the usual happy hour crowd is here). This was only the second place they hit on the crawl, it was still relatively early, and I was actually surprised at how quiet everyone was at this point. It took me about 3 or 4 minutes to be served, as the single bartender was at the other side of the bar chatting away with one of the other patrons, rather than checking to see if anyone was waiting to be served. A few minutes later, the asst. manager approached our group and asked us to leave. I stopped back here again on a recent Saturday night at about 10:30, and didn't know if I was in a bar/restaurant or a mortuary. There were only a few couples or small groups dining and about 4 or 5 people seated at the bar. There was no life in the place, the staff weren't terribly friendly or outgoing and we waited several minutes to be served, as the bartender seemed more interested in chatting with a group at the bar rather than serving. We had 1 drink and then we moved to The Bar which is a quick stroll from here and much more lively and energetic!
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Yanin V.

Crab crusted mahi is the best fish I've had anywhere.
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Megan D.

Service is always pretty good...beer is always delicious, cocktails are awesome. Can never go wrong with oysters here honestly, and their fish tacos? Pretty legit. Today though, is the first time we've ever had their calamari. I'm always looking for a calamari that's not just battered and fried and served with some marinara...Town Kitchen & Bar (in south Miami) has the best calamari in my opinion, and this JUST might top that! Well done.
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Katherine K.

I've been coming here for a few years and it's only gotten more and more popular. The food is great (I've had the skillet roasted clams, fish dip, tuna burger, captiva sandwich, fish tacos and Asian tuna salad, to name a few) and I've never been disappointed. Oh, and the fries are addicting. The service is almost always good. Keep in mind that it gets busy (and loud) on Mojito Thursdays, game nights and on the weekends.
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Julio M.

Came here for a friend's birthday on a Friday night. The place was INSANE! The bar is the biggest one in miracle mile but it had to be 5 ppl deep to get a drink. Why? 2-4-1 happy hour that's why! It was supposed to go on until 9 and then they announced it was extended to 10! Are you kidding me? Hands down best happy hour in the gables.....no miami ...... No the world! It was a good time. Ordered the tuna burger with sweet potato fries and it was delicious. My friend ordered fish Dip which was great. Very Happy with the food. Can't wait to go back.
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Robert S.

Food was really good, but servfice was really BAD. Waited over 45 minutes for the food. Don't sit around the bar unless you have a dedicated server (the bartender was pulling double duty). I normally tip very well (over 20%), but I won't enable mediocrity.
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Veronica D.

Hubby and I went for a quick dinner and drinks on a Friday night. Service was good, food was food....my only complaint were the 2 ginormous industrial size fans that belong in an airplane hanger! The 39 mile per hour winds were not necessary and quite frankly left me a little confused and with messy hair.
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Lucy F.

This is a Happy Hour Mecca if there ever was one to be had. Great prices and a fab location. The servers are always right on top of their tables. The manager walks around greeting patrons. Everything clicks here and that is why it's always packed with loads of people. Tarpon Bend gets a huge thumbs up from this Happy Happy Hour goer!
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Jose G.

Like it for lunch not for dinner. Its the friday night meat market in Coral Gables... Thank God I am not single!
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Celia M.

Tarpon Bend has a soft spot in my heart for infinite reasons... Their Szechuan Calamari is to die for-I've been meaning to give it a try in my kitchen because that garlic chili sauce is excellent! The San Diego Fish Tacos with Mahi-Mahi, avocado, and chipotle cream among other deliciousness is a must try and you order the quantity you wish so that's always a plus. This time around, we tried the Chicken Milanese and it was another great hit. I mean Hello Lady!!! Mojito Madness on Thursdays, endless choices for $3.50..set it as a weekly reminder.
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Turbo Smurf X.

This place deserves negative stars. The food is not fresh, the service is lousy and management could care less about making it right. You've heard the expression the customer is always right. Well here, the expression should be "let's see how crappy we can make this customer's experience". I have been hear many times and talk about a slide down the mountain. I will never go back after the last visit. Our order was all wrong, the server made no effort to try and get it right. The team system of person taking the order and one person serving is a disaster. They could not deliver all the meals at the same time or even seem to care that the meal service was incomplete. Servers please do not stick you fingers in the plate and in the soup bowl. The food quality has gone down the toilet. Cold french fries. Not luke warm, not room temperature but actually cold. Seared tuna means seared on the outside and red and clear on the inside. Not grey and smelly (as over cooking could hide spoiled fish). And management could care less and wants to argue rather than work with you to make the situation at least end pleasantly instead of in a confrontation. The owner should be embarrassed by the people who weekend night manage the place. Stay away and don't go.
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Jana C.

Tarpon Bend has been around for a couple of years now, and as far as the food goes, it never disappoints. Nowadays it's widely known for it's 2 for 1 happy hour, but personally I only enjoy that if I get there early on, since the later it gets the more packed it gets and the harder it is to get served. The crowd can also be a weird mix of semi-annoying/fake people, so beware. But this review is more based on the delicious food, my favorite being the seared yellowfin tuna salad with vodka oyster shooters on the side. The seafood is so fresh and delicious, but if you were craving some meat or a burger, Tarpon Bend still doesn't fail to deliver.
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Ashley A.

I hate the idea of writing a review for a place having only been there once, but my experience merits a snippet. I stopped in around 7 on a Friday night and the place was packed like a stockyard. Some friends had already gotten a table but the waitress was overbooked and every time we wanted to order something we literally had to grab her arm. A DJ started playing some typical Miami top-40 so loudly we couldn't hear each other speak, and the crowd took a turn for the douche... BUT, I had a dozen oysters on the half shell and about half a dozen oyster shooters (woooohooo) and they were just phenomenal. Clean, well shucked, crisp notes, ice cold and out of the kitchen in a hurry. I typically don't trust oysters served in Florida as they tend to be from some Gulf shithole and carry cholera like it's their job, but these were just top notch. I also ordered an ahi tuna dish that was quite good, but frankly, those little slimy buggers carried the weight of the evening. Overall, atmosphere was crap, prices were high, but food quality could have taken the gold.
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Danny N.

Foods great
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Dania G.

We celebrated an intimate birthday lunch today and really enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service. We all had the mahi mahi sandwich...so good. the oysters were great too and the warm brownie with ice cream was delish!
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Johnny Lauren S.

We've come here several times and found its pretty good among the other seafood places, especially for fresh oysters. It's a great spot for happy hour in miracle mile and if by chance Chris is behind the bar- Make sure you get your drinks from him. He's a great server and makes the best Mojitos we've had there! Wahoo sandwich is delicious, the snapper is too and even the burgers for a seafood place is awesome!
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Diana A.

Not exactly what I was expecting. But here's the backstory - I was hoping to take my husband to Joe's Stone Crab. Unfortunately, our honeymoon was a bit too early in October...little did I know that stone crab season had not yet begun!! Joe's was closed, and I scrambled to find a decent seafood-y replacement. I was hoping for a casual, yet classy, reasonably priced seafood restaurant experience. But instead, I found a bustling happy hour crowd at the bar, and hardly anyone eating in the dining area (or eating at the bar, for that matter). Hmm...could've walked away I guess, but we forged ahead. After all, it was a weeknight, a little after 6...maybe we were just early? Our waitress was excellent, no complaints whatsoever about the service. She apparently told the manager it was our first visit to Tarpon Bend, and he appeared with a complimentary appetizer. We were kind of surprised (this sort of thing just doesn't happen in Jersey), but it was a nice gesture. I'm not really a fan of Smoked Fish Dip, but hey, it's the thought that counts. I had my sights set on the calamari, which I totally inhaled, mainly because I was starving. The sauce was quite heavy...sort of a sweet/sour/peanut/asian sauce. I liked it, but either I ate too much too quickly or...there was something else going on with it. For my entree, I had the chicken milanese with a side of mashed potatoes...portions were huge and everything was tasty. But something unfortunate happened. As soon as I started with my entree, I hit the wall. I can't really blame Tarpon Bend at all for what happened next...I became extremely nauseous and could not look at any of the food on the table any longer. I have a really strong stomach and this is a rare occurrence. Our waitress kindly brought over take-home boxes for us, and we took off. Not gonna lie, almost hurled during my walk to the car (parking at prime time isn't the easiest, use one of the garages). But as quickly as it commenced, the nausea subsided. I went back to the Biltmore and drifted off to sleep. Moral of this story? Don't overeat, even when you're starving. And maybe stick to happy hour at Tarpon Bend.
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Charlie D.

I went with work colleagues for lunch, and we had some of the appetizers to share-- delicious and plentiful. We especially enjoyed the fried calamari, and the oysters on the half shell. However, the highlight of our mean were the cocktails, refreshing and well- made. However, for a house that carries most of Bacardi's premium brands, I was disappointed that they did not have selections from the House of Martini-- not even a Martini Proseco to mix with St-Germain elderberry liqueur. I certainly will be back for cocktails again, and hope to see Martini on the menu next time.
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Maile N.

During a visit to Coral Gables/Miami for a conference, this was our first restaurant we went to for dinner. It was great because it was within easy walking distance of our Westin hotel. First, we had a lovely seafood sampler: oysters, shrimp, ceviche and crab. The oyster from Totten was excellent - meaty, fresh and tasty. The crab was pre-cracked for us, easy to eat and very tasty. For my main, I had fish, can't remember what kind to tell you the truth, but my tummy was happy - that's all that matters. We sat outside and had nice, attentive service. Great first-night dinner while we were in town.
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Geoff Y.

happy hour mojitos + oyster shooters + mackerel dip = win I know that's not very useful, but hey, pair all of that with the wide open atmosphere and gorgeous Miami weather, and 'win' pretty much sums it up. *changed my misspelling of "oyster" because I have OCD when it comes to spelling and grammar.
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Vanessa C.

If you want a place to be able to have a conversation, then don't go after 9pm otherwise the bar is packed and the noise makes it impossible to hear the person sittng next to you. Bartenders could be a lot better and typically leave something to be desired but the drink specials and the food makes it worth it.
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Victor P.

Best Happy Hour in the Gables! This is a great place to Pre-game before you head out for the night. I haven't had the food here so I can really comment on it. "This must says a lot about me". Also you're always bound to find someone you know here.
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Laura A.

I have been going to Tarpon Bend on & off for the past 5 years. It's very close to my house, which is great & I love seafood! I've had different things from their menu and never been disappointed. Their spinach dip with jalapenos is amazing! Their pot of mussels, clams etc.. , key west shrimp sandwich & burgers are yum. I went for the first time to their Happy Hour, this past week with Albs R. Their fruit mojitos are GREAT! Freshly made, really refreshing and with real fruits. I don't do "pre-mixed" drinks so this was an extra special treat. My favorite was the watermelon mojito! The prices were standard 2-for-1 happy hour drink specials but they fact that their mojitos are awesome make it a real treat! Already making plans to go back for Mojito Madness on Thursday ... can you tell I like my cocktails? The space has come & gone as different restaurants and retail spaces over the years (used to be an Old Navy.. before that a J. Byrons.. yes this is my native area!!) But Tarpon Bend has proven to have staying power which I would merit to their consistent great food & service. Now that I've discovered their yummy fresh fruit mojitos.. I will be going more often. Definitely a neighborhood gem!
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Katrina P.

After visiting Tarpon Bend this weekend I must say I was VERY impressed! The Szechuan Calamari was the best calamari I have ever tasted! It was perfectly crisp with a homemade chili sauce and topped with sesame seeds. For my main course, I ordered the Pan-Fried Snapper and it was PERFECT, another homemade sauce really made the meal stand out. Ending my meal on a sweet note I decided to order Grandma's Apple Cake served with vanilla ice cream. After the first bite I think I went to heaven. It was perfectly warmed with a delicious apple/cinnamon taste with the texture of bread pudding -- it wasn't like anything I have tasted before. Overall, a truly delightful experience. Everything I ate was fresh and cooked to perfection. Excellent service - the waiter was attentive and gave the best recommendations. Great decor - made me feel I was on vacation and I completely forgot I was so close to home. I loved the fishing records up on the wall. Tarpon Bend really pays close attention to detail... I will be returning very soon!
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Piper R.

The calamari is GREAT!
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Sal G.

This is a Tavern. Somewhat pretentious, but we were able to get in due to the fact that it was a weekday. We ordere the following items: Maple point oysters Peel and eat Shrimp Cajun Blackened grouper with horseradish mashed potato Black bean soup The oysters were just awesome. They were fresh and they were humongous. The sweetness, taste of the sea, and consistency of the oysters just made me hunger for more. My entire meal consisted of 6 of these oysters; these six oysters were so large... The shrimp, fish and potatoes had no pizzazz about them and I could have easily gotten them at just about any other restaurant. I don't know why they called them "horseradish mashed potato" as there was not a hint of horseradish in them. Unless you are a fan of a strong cumin flavor, you may wish to stay away from the black bean soup. I like the taste of cumin, but not to as much as was in this soup nor enough to order the soup again.
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Shay J.

Went here last night to celebrate 4 of my friends Birthdays, we actually had a great time. The staff was extremely helpful and nice, cant say the same for the guy that was working the bar. He seemed as if he didnt wanna be there at all,he was short and str8 to the point. The food was okay, nothing to brag about, I wish they would add more options to their menu though. There wasnt much of a choice, I went with the Jambalaya rice which I really did like. ONE thing that I sure wasnt happy about was the fact that they didnt offer any frozen drinks, I wanted a Virgin Pina Colada and the waiter told me they didnt care any type of frozen drinks what so ever! That right there was kind of a bummer, I settled for a Raspberry lemonade which wasnt sweet at all :( .... I must say I really dont mind going back...Hopefully next visit they'll have frozen drinks and more options to choose from on their menu :)
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Raul M.

They have a crazy happy hour on Fridays which is very packed for their 2-4-1 special. The service is HORRIBLE! Takes 20 minutes just to get the bartender's attention then another 5 to order, then another 10 to get your drinks. Make sure to either pay cash right away or leave your tab open and worry about the hassle of paying later on. They get 2 stars because the happy hour special is good but regularly, this place is a bit pricey and the service is never good.
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Our P.O V.

My boyfriend and I have been here only once, so our opinions are limited, but I have to say that their Szechuan Calamari is to die for!!!! I always get Fried Calamari just about anywhere I go because it's an absolute favorite of mine, and I'm sooo glad I tried this one. It comes loaded with Garlic Chili Sauce, chopped peanuts and sesame seeds (which I love), and it's just really out of control. Several people I know have gone just for that and they are obsessed!! If you enjoy Fried Calamari as much as any kid enjoys a pacifier, you won't regret trying this!! It's about $10 and the portion is deceiving! If I would have known it brought that much I would have stuck to another appetizer and not gotten a full meal. My boyfriend tried the Tarpon Burger and it was yummy! We like our meat as WELL as WELL DONE gets and they were able to do that for us (since some restaurants take offense and won't cook it ALL THE WAY)!! To drink, we had beer (Miller Light) so that's really a general taste you can enjoy on a steaming hot, 12noon-lunch. I also had a Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad ($12) which was HUGE and so incredibly tasty I was disappointed that I couldn't finish it all! I really love Mexican salads and this one really caught me off guard! Definitely would go back again soon!
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Brent B.

Love the oysters. Love the fish sammy. Hate the price. 12 oysters were like 30 bucks! 52 dollar lunch oysters and sammy=crazy or rich
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David J.

This is a great place for seafood. I usually have the grouper sandwitch and a drink. Great place for take a date or family. Keep it up Tarpon Bend. David
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Cecile S.

Everyone loves Tarpon Bend. With 2 for 1 drink specials and fun tokens to redeem your drinks you are ensured a good time! Fridays usually gets really packed so be prepared to deal with the crowd. The bar tenders are the best there always very friendly. Suri always makes my drinks and I have never complained. The manager is always walking around talking to guests and making sure everything is in order. So why 4 stars and not 5? The food. Although there are some dishes I enjoy for example, the spinach dip, mexican salad, and cheeseburger I would have to say the menu is lacking. But if you are loading up on carbs I guess who needs food right? Just kidding.
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Carlos P.

Terrible Terrible service. Great atmosphere. The place was popin but to get a drink will take you easily 30 minutes. What good is a place if you can't get a drink. Because I'm a guy the douche bag bartender served every girl in sight but myself. I waited a good 30 minutes before I got my drink. Heads up if you come here have your big tittie girlfriend order your drinks. We ended up going to the coral gables ale house and having a much better time and cheaper drinks. Left the bartender zero tip!
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Leigh Ann T.

My husband and I stopped in here last night. I don't know exactly what was going on, but the place was packed!. I'm guessing since it was a Fri. night, and from reading, that this is the place to go for Happy Hour. It was super busy, but it wasn't too hard to get a drink and it kinda felt like a club instead of a restaurant. I didn't have any fancy drinks, but for The Gables/Miracle Mile, it didn't seem too expensive. This review is only for the bar, as we didn't have any food but plan to try it in the near future!
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Nichole M.

Where to start... We all know by now about their Friday Night happy hour, blah blah blah... No disrespect, but that's not even the tip of the titanic-sinker with Tarpon Bend! Thursday nights Mojito Madness! For a dollar more than a dang coca cola, mojitos are 3.50 all day and night. Regular, Miracle Mile (raspberry), blackberry, pineapple, coconut, artic grape, watermelon, grapefruit, peachberry, and tutti-fruity. All kinds of flavors, all delicious, all super cheap. I love the Pineapple Mojito - it tastes like summer time and beaches and sexy-half-naked people glistening with tans and salt water-...but I digress. The watermelon mojito is essentially a jolly rancher. Can't decide? Tutti Fruity is all the flavors COMBINED! Put THAT in your pipe and smoke it. As for the food? I love going there and just ordering the appetizers. If I could only eat one thing for the rest of my life - it would be the tuna sashimi. I'd have it as my appetizer, again as my entree, and then again as my dessert. True Story. Skillet Roasted Clams are a MUST (though maybe hold off until the weather gets cooler), but definitely order it with extra grilled bread. Honestly, if I could get away with it, I'd raise that skillet to my lips and slurp EVERY LAST DROP. Manners be damned. The Mexican Shrimp Margarita - it's name is unfortunate and doesn't do it justice. I read it the first time and immediately thought of some type of shrimp ala cocktail in maybe a margarita glass and salted rim. It's nothing like that, but it IS delicious. Shrimp in tomato-tequila-chili-lime sauce, cumin-dusted black beans, and a guacamole to put other guacamoles into a deep dark self-loathing depression. Served with tortilla chips. The Calamari is also great, but the sauce can be a little over powering. If you're not sure, best to get the sauces on the side. Entrees: Churrasco Chimichurri (extra chimi on the side) Panfried Snapped (OMGOMGOMG ) Herb Crusted Tuna and the Captiva Chicken Sandwich All my favorites. The sweet potato fries, rattatouille, garlic greens, sugar snap peas, and/or brussel sprouts are all the best sides (though sadly the sweet potato fries are the only ones on the menu full time). As for desserts - order a glass of their new muscato with the fabulous key lime pie. Or a nice neat grand marnier, alone or with the Grannysmith apple cake. Also Wednesday is Ladies Night, 2-4-1 entrees if you're out with just the girls! Ask for Chelsea, Scott, or Joel - best servers in town!
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Alex H.

Tarpon Bend has been one of those places that I drive by very often and I always say "Gee, I should try it out!", but never have had the chance. The time finally came. I went with a few friends who all have been here before. I had a variety of food recommendations between them all. I was recommended and decided to have the sizzling seafood kettle. I read the menu to see it was mussels, calamari, and shrimp with potatoes in a tomato sauce. I honestly wasn't sure what to expect because when it comes to sauces, there are many ways to serve this. When the plate and the large black kettle, something probably out of Hamlet, arrived, I was pleasantly surprised. The plate itself was a large layer with a mixture of shrimp and calamari with two slices of bread. The kettle, roughly a small cauldron, had "refills" for when the plate itself ran out. The dish, overall, was good, but I had some minor issues. Some of the mussels didn't open, not that it bothered me, but someone else might find a problem. The other issue I had was that there were only two slices of bread. I wish I had a bit more bread, but that's a personal taste. The bread was perfect to soak up the sauce once I ate everything else. Bottom Line: Great environment, I will have to come back to try the Ahi Burger
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Bruce C.

Very reliable lunch spot with very tasty food - the fisherman's kettle is great...but be prepared to wear a bib. They also have a very nice veggie burger which is only available on Mondays. Of course, the fresh fish is usually quite good as well. I prefer for lunch or happy hour vs. dinner.
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V. H.

This happy hour place is like a cat with 9 lives... way back when, this used to be "the spot." Then the gables kind of died out and all of a sudden, I'm driving down Miracle Mile the other night, and I notice the huge crowd outside of Tarpon. It lives! The hh specials are awesome... two for one until 10pm. You cant beat that with a stick! Do yourself (and your wallet) a favor and make this your first stop of the night.
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Albs R.

Love their happy hour...cheap mojitos that actually taste the way a mojito should taste like, plus they have a bunch of different flavors to choose from. Count me in!
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Remy L.

Their food is good overall and the ambiance definitely makes it a great place to have dinner or lunch or happy hour. Great oyster shot!!!
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Agatha C.

Only putting two stars because the crowd was bumping and I actually love it on Friday. Beware though, the service is horrible! Never met such rude bartenders in my life! We paid 50 bucks for 4 drinks and didn't leave him a tip only because of how rude this guy was. I've never experienced service like this in my life! He made us wait 25 minutes at the bar to order drinks because WE DIDNT KNOW what beer we wanted! I'm sorry I wanted to ask what bottle selection you had prick! Honestly I've never been so upset at the lack of customer service than I had in this restaurant. Honestly I'm probably never coming again..
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Dana D.

Happy hour from 3-9 on a Friday. BOGO system works with tokens. Be sure to use up your tokens before cut off hour. Last night I witnessed a man slam his token on the bar, slide his glass over and say, "whiiiiisskeeey, NOW!" It was past 9, but his commanding tone/inebriated manner won him another drink. Try this. * Tarpon Bend is that place you go for happy hour when you're single and pretentious, and you're unemployed but you get dressed in business attire, pretending to have had a hard week at work, but really,you're just there to find someone to get down with. I'm not single, but I am unemployed. **I think I saw the guy that changed my oil that morning in a suit at Tarpon Bend.
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Juan N.

Very well managed and run. The service is great. I rerally like the fish sandwich with corvina when they have it. The fish sandwich is really good too because of a key lime mustard spread that is delicious and makes the bun taste so sweet. This place also might have my favorite fries in all of Miami. I know you wouldn't expect a seafood place to have great fries, but these fries are really good.
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emely j.

There is a little extra ingredient when grandma cooks for you. It could be the way she knows her way around the kitchen, or how she does not even need measuring cups, or perhaps the love she pours into every dish. This dessert was no different except I don't know this grandma and will probably never meet her. Nonetheless, the Tarpon Bend Grandma's Apple Cake is something special. It's as if an apple pie were to meet a bread pudding and have a beautiful sweet gushy baby. It's served warm and is super moist with apples in the batter along with cinnamon and nutmeg. Served with vanilla ice cream and as many spoons as you like. The size is perfect to share, as you will most likely be pretty full eating here. I really felt it was made special just for me. Of the three desserts here, this was the best, hands down. Don't change a thing Grandma!
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Eliza M.

Tarpon has an energetic fun atmosphere and it is a great place to go with friends for happy hour, dinner or drinks. Of course it is a little bit pretentious but that is expected in Miami. The service is very good. The restaurant is always full of people, expect a long wait for dinner on weekend nights. i would give it four stars but the food and price drag it down. The menu is almost exclusively seafood, which is frustrating if you are not in the mood for fish. The most frustrating part of the menu though is its prices. The food is overpriced and boring. I'll definitely return to Tarpon, I'm just not convinced it is special enough for more than three stars.
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Richard K.

I came here to watch a UM football game and for some drinks with friends. We were seated at the table situated nicely between three nice TV's. What annoyed me about this is Tarpon Bend was showing UM only on one TV. Hey Tarpon Bend, your joint is one mile away from UM cater to your customers a little better on game day. They strike out on this aspect. On to the food. I shared the meatball dish with a friend just to have some nibble nibble food while drinking. The meatballs were $10 and very tasteless. So far, they are 0 for 2 at the plate maybe they will get a hit with their service. How long does it take to get a drink around here? My friends and I waited 15 minutes for our drinks. It took so long, we forgot about the drinks and we so oblivious that we swore they magically appeared before us. They get bonus points for making drinks appear out of thin air. Tarpon Bend is batting a cool .000 but, maybe the bartender can serve it a little faster. Oh the bartender, what a rude dude. Rude dude took forever inspecting my ID and took forever to pour my Jack on the rocks. It is not rocket science. It only takes three steps. One, ice in glass. Two, pour Jack on ice. Three, Hand me the stinking glass. Another strikeout for Tarpon Bend. I wrote this thinking about the Giants in the world series. Hopefully, the Giants do better than tarpon Bend at the plate.
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Antonella B.

This place deserves two stars just because of the atmosphere. The bartenders are super rude and take forever to take your drink order. I wouldn't come again, it's not worth waiting 20 min for 4 drinks and paying $50 for them
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Roland P.

The service there was not bad. The waiter was attentive considering how packed it was. My complaint was about the food. We were a party of 8 & I don't think any of us could say that they enjoyed their meal. All of us ordered different things, and you could see it the looks of everyone at the table as they took bites, that they were not satisfied. I would go there for happy hour only & have drinks but do not have a meal there.
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Natalie R.

We had dinner on a Monday night. The service was extremely rushed. We ordered a bottle of wine and the server kept topping us up when we didn't even need more wine- it was clear he just wanted us to order another bottle. The worst part was that two of us ordered the ahi tuna salad. Both of us got food poisoning and were really sick from it. I was visiting Miami for a few days and this experience ruined my evening and two days after. None of us will return. *update- the manager followed up with us after this review and is taking actions to investigate the food poisoning, rushed service and reimburse us for the meal. This was appreciated.
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Cindy B.

Tarpon Bend is our go to place. Great fresh food, and wonderful service. Perfect every time.
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Hannah S.

I've found a new fave seafood spot! Busy, busy, busy on a Friday night! We had to wait, but didn't mind, since the company was fab. Totally dig the open air atmosphere with the little courtyard and high ceilings. Oyster shooters - AMAZING. But I liked it better sans vodka (shocking, I know!). And I have to say, every appetizer on their menu looked simply amazing. Fish taco - delicious. Totally ordering a few of those next time. They ran out of the tuna sandwich I ordered - sad. But the shrimp sandwich was an excellent alternative. All in all, I really enjoyed our evening here and will definitely be back, especially given that I can eat basically everything on the menu - so sweet. Plus, I'm totally looking forward to trying the Mojito madness dealie.
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Janelle F.

I hadn't been to Tarpon Bend in a while, and was in the mood for seafood and headed over. The quality of the food and service has gone down substantially. Our server was missing in action most of the night. The fish I ordered also came out very undercooked which completely grossed me out. Lastly, the crowd of drunk d-bags by the bar was also quite the turnoff. I hope Tarpon Bend does something quick to go back to what it used to be. I'll suck up the drive and head to Oceanaire before I come back here for a while!
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Lana N.

At Tarpon Bend as I write this. I am only writing because I am deeply offended. My husband and I were bantering with the bartender regarding marriage and prenuptial agreements. He congratulated my husband on having one--while Im sitting here. Little does he know that Im the one with the money (sorry baby). Misogynist. You're a bald middle aged bartender. It was tasteless and off color. Also not attractive...repremanding your coworkers in front of customers. Complaining about paying customers while they sit in front of you? Are you a manager---if so, that's even worse.
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Daniel C.

I went here with high expectations as it was highly recommended. We walked in and were seated promptly at a table that was extremely uncomfortable for 5 people. It was one of their high-top booths where you sit on a half-moon shaped banquette. We quickly asked to me moved and they were accommodating. As an appetizer I had Oysters on the half-shell. They were very good but require no skill to prepare. As an entree i chose the Pan Seared Tuna Steak. I ordered it rare and expected it to be served that way. My fish came to me WELL DONE. I am never one to send something back but the waitress could tell from my face that I was not happy with what I was served and offered to have the kitchen remake the entree. It again came out to me overcooked. This time it was Medium at best. I accepted the meal and ate around the parts that were way over cooked. The manager came over and apologized as he is aware that seared tuna should be just that. Seared on the outside and RARE inside. He offered to remove the entree from out bill. I left disappointed with the food. The other people at the table were satisfied with their meals but nothing really wowed us. I was happy with the attention from the waitress and the manager, they handled the situation the best way they could. If I go back I will update my review if the experience warrants it, but as of now there are other places I would rather go then to be disappointed again.
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Cecy C.

Everything on the menu is excellent, service is good, & the drinks aim to please. Happy hour gets nuts, so arrive early to secure your spot!
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Paulinacasado O.

DO NOT MISS THE SPICY THAI CALAMARI! ok, obvious best happy hour in gables and great space. Just dont leave anything with staff (like a custom bday cake) the staff will eat it, tell you they did and then apologize! odd yes!
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Miriam W.

I went to Tarpon Bend for the first time this afternoon for a lunch meeting and I was impressed by the oceanic interior which made me feel less like I dining on Miracle Mile and more like I was dining waterfront. Actually, I didn't plan on eating anything, because I had a late, light breakfast, but I decided to compensate (a little) for the revenues the restaurant would've made since the majority of the expected attendees did not show up. It says a lot about the service here (while business was pretty slow), the waiter did not force us to move from a table reserved for 15, when we turned out to be a table of 5! To continue, the staff were all friendly, and smiled a lot. They genuinely seemed happy to serve, and refreshingly happy to be working there. Now, on to the soup I ordered, which was the Spicy Tomato Parmesan. It was delicious and reminded me of a tomato roasted red pepper bisque soup that I make with parmesan crisps. However, I did not taste any spice in the soup aside from the fresh cracked pepper that I cracked on top of it myself. Aside from cocktails, my friends ordered a salmon cedar plank dish (looked so yummy) and a chicken sandwich that came with fries (huge portion), and they both were pleased with their selections. I will definitely return to this restaurant for lunch or even dinner. The atmosphere is both relaxing and fun, and the service is great, and as you yelpers know, great service with a smile is hard to find.
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Sandra N.

This place serves really good drinks. However, I've never been happy with my bartenders. Kinda standoffish. I think it's because I'm young and this place attracts a slightly older crowd.
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Pedro P.

The more I come here, the less and less I like this place. I used to rave about their Tuna burger but the last couple of times I've had it, it's been watery and very salty. I wouldn't rave about it being Sushi grade like they do. It's an ok fall-back place but it's lost it's status in my mind as a go-to place. I'm not sure that even makes sense but you get my drift.
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Kristen C.

OK -- for the service, Tarpon Bend gets 2 stars from me. However, their Asian Tuna Burger bumps up my rating by 2 stars. You have to order the burger rare -- sooo good. It comes with a perfectly spicy wasabi mayo and really, that's all it needs. I would come back simply for this burger. The service, on the other hand, left much to be desired. Our server was mostly absent.
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Christina V.

I can't lie.. In regards to the 'Mojito Madness' there is an obvious reason that they are only $3.50. I went with my friends to check them out one night and we were unpleasantly surprised with them. They were less Mojito-ish and more like eating a soup of a berry and mint leaves! lol But that's the gamble when you go see a great deal isn't it?? I would now like to focus my attention on the food. The food is really great. I have ordered pretty much everything on here and enjoyed it from start to finish. I honestly don't come here enough. (mostly cause I get a yummy home cooked meal most nights from my honey) but I do very much enjoy when i do come out to have dinner or lunch here. Also, the regular drinks (that aren't on special) are quite amazing. I tried this new drink that my boyfriend heard about (Kettle One Citron with Red Bull) really refreshing. I recommend!
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Bryn H.

I've been going to Tarpon Bend for years. What is not to like? Okay, so it's not my absolute favorite, but it's always solidly good. The menu is varied and the staff knows it quite well. There are regular specials and the place gets packed at happy hours (and sometimes non-happy hours). There is seating at couches and at tables outside, the bar inside is super long and oval, so you'll have plenty of places to stake out to get the bartender's attention, and there is table and booth seating inside. If you're into the Gables scene, the location is great - smack in the middle of Miracle Mile. If you're looking for solid quality and a nice time, go here :)
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Whitney R.

I ventured to Tarpon Bend for Happy Hour on a friday evening. It was a little crowded, but we were able to get drinks at a reasonable pace. Although they were their normal price, whenever you buy one drink they give you a wooden nickel type thing that you can get another drink for free. The best part about this is that you can either use it then, or save it for the next time you come. I think it might be useful if you were drinking beer, to pay for that during the happy hour, then stock up on chips, and use them when you come back to drink whiskey. Overall I found nothing special about this place, it seemed like any other semi professional watering hole.
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Lourdes D.

I met up with a friend for Tarpon Bend's happy hour on a Thursday around 4 p.m. and it was a very pleasant experience. Not too many people were there at that time, so it was a nice space to talk and have some good food and drinks. Their happy hour is buy one get one free on certain drinks, and $3.50 mojitos (that come in a ton of different flavors). I had their Sofia Coppola sparkling wine and my friend had a blackberry mojito and an orange margarita. The sparkling wine was pretty typical and my friend said her mojito was delicious, but she couldn't finish her orange margarita because of the very strong taste. I had just eaten before going so I didn't get the chance to try one of their meals, but I did enjoy their daily soup special, which was coconut conch chowder. It was amazing - it had a Caribbean kick to it and it was a teeny bit spicy, but good to the last drop. My friend ordered a tuna burger which comes with shoestring fries, and she ate every bite. Tarpon Bend is located at the end of Miracle Mile so you can park in one of the city garages or one of the meters in front of the restaurant. I hope I can go back soon and really experience more of Tarpon Bend.
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Vanessa S.

I feel like the quality of the food and service have really taken a nose dive recently. I used to love going to Tarpon and having the margarita shrimp appetizer and a good drink, but now it feels kind of soggy or run down... Happy hours are still ok because no one's really eating... but the food is passable, not memorable or exciting and sometimes down right not too good. Maybe I'll give it a break and head back to see if things get better.
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Carla L.

Not a cheap burger but DEFlNlTELY a great one. Actually all of their food is tasty, abundant. Good place to go if you are in the Gables area and want a great burger. Their mixed drinks are also quite delish... Service wise, in all fairness l have only been there on the weekends on off hours so l can't give an objective view on what its like when its busy. The service was just fine when l went. Parking.. meh.. Coral Gables, enough said.
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Colleen C.

Pretty good, not great. Definitely do not get the calamari appetizers unless you are going for high calorie, breaded fried with no taste of fish. The calamari in the seafood stew was good though. The plank salmon was good, be sure to suggest they undercook it, otherwise it will be overcooked. Very plentiful, and with careful ordering, a good meal.
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Johnny Q.

Cool after work corporate spot. Went after work for a happy hour with co-workers on a Thursday. Definetly crowded but you can for sure be within a large group and not feel cramped. Two for one drink specials and $5 mojitos all day were great. Was expecting sugar bombs for that cheap but were made perfect.
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Chiara M.

I like this place, its a cool place to go hang out, have some good seafood and a drink. My favorite plate is the Crab Crusted Mahi Mahi with mashed potatoes. It very very good. Also they now have a new appetizer which I always go back for, the Tuna TarTar, its also very delicious. On Thursdays it's Mojito Thursday and the mojitos are $3. They have some good tasting mojitos, pineapple, blackberry, watermelon, and grapefruit. If you go get them!! Also, my bf and is buddies like the oyster shooters a lot. You can get them with greygoose vodka or without. They seem to sell a lot. If you like oysters, you should definitely get these. Overall, love the place, great service and great food =)
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Michael S.

This should be two and a half stars. If you want fish and can't think of anyplace else you might want to go, come here,,,,,,,,, or maybe not. When they first opened they started out with a bank. They stole a lot of help from Houston's so you knew that they would actually understand what service is all about. They had a nice raw bar display with a choice of at least six different types of oysters, clams, shrimp, crabs, etc. The oysters were good, fresh and well shucked. The fish was usually OK. it was fresh but the cooking was always lacking. The sides have always been fresh and well made. Unfortunately it is now like a crap shoot, you never know what you are going to get. The Houston's veterans are gone. Sometimes the fish tacos are good, sometimes they are fried batter with avocado. The lobster roll hovers somewhere near mediocre. The fish preparation is still hit or miss. And forget about the oysters. If you are lucky they might have two choices now, they are usually pre-shucked and there is more shell in the oyster than oyster in the shell (why can't anybody in Miami shuck oysters?). Another restaurant on a sad slide downward.
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Justin A.

The oysters are great but expensive. The sandwiches are a good size. A pretty nice spot on Miracle Mile for lunch or for an early happy hour. The drinks are 2 for 1 from 3-7.
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Tienanh C.

I went with a few friends and we tried each others' dishes. Every dish we had was delicious. And, it was a good place to hang out. The only negative here is that because everything was fish/seafood, it didn't keep me full the whole night. We started with Calamari. The batter was clumpy, therefore it was uneven, but the unique "orange-zest"(my own description) flavor more than made up for it. Highly recommended! We ordered Oyster shooters - 1 of each type per person - Fanny Bay, Delaware, and Malbeque. The oysters were delicious as it bathed in cocktail sauce. Main dishes: 1) Seafood Kettle - very good light tomato sauce. The seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, fish, calamari) went well with the sauce, but the "few" pieces of potato was not enough to fill me up. 2) Crab crusted Mahi mahi - The mahi mahi was delicious, but Crab flavor was hiding. 3) Pan friend snapper - the flavor was light; good texture; good taste. Very delicious. 4) Yellowfin tuna, seared & rare - it was very easy to eat. I am a fan of food being cooked rare, but even if you aren't, this dish was easy to eat. It didn't taste rare. Overall, 4 stars. I feel embarrassed I can't come up with better descriptions for these dishes. They were all so simple, yet, with the cook's personal touch, so delicious. The one common theme I can say about all the main dishes is that they were light in flavor, but somehow it worked very well. You can taste and smell the flavor in every bite, although it's subtle.
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Jason R.

The food here is ok been here twice and will probably keep it at that. The worst part about this place is Thurs -Sat nights when you get a Doral, Kendall, Miami Lakes and Hialeah crowd in the Gables, it seems as though they came to get a glimpse of high society. This will definitely keep me away from this place
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Liana S.

So there you go, I like Tarpon Bend. I avoided this place for a long time. Between a screaming child incident and the pretentious crowds that spill out on to the Mile with plastic cups, I never felt compelled to pick Tarpon Bend over all the other great Gables eateries. But alas, it was a Sunday night, and we wanted something light, near by and easy. After some deliberations Tarpon Bend it was. Atmosphere is trendy, yet relaxed and fresh. We had a few flights of ultra fresh oysters presented very nicely over ice. I also ordered their yellow fin tuna salad. Frankly I will be going back for this salad. The mix of their fresh and crunchy lettuce, onions and yellow fin tuna was delicious. In spite of asking for it undressed, I got a dressed salad, but I was secretly glad after tasting it because it was just perfect . For dessert, the manager was nice enough to treat us to their house brownie and decaf espresso. There went the salad ; ) The service took the cake at Tarpon Bend on this visit. Our bartender was pleasant, knowledgeable and very attentive. And the manager was so concerned that my salad was served dressed, he threw in dessert. Great food, atmosphere and customer experience - how refreshing! Guess I stayed away too long.
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Rachel M.

If I had to rate them on their mojitos and tacos, I'd give them 5+ stars! Thursday nights they have $3.50 mojitos in almost any flavor you can think of. They are HEAVENLY. I will definitely go back just to have one, or TEN. ;) The fish tacos and grilled shrimp salad were delicious. Apart from the drink specials on Thursday, I'd say this place is pretty pricey if you're on a budget.. but this is coming from a grad student. Also, if you're a fan of al-fresco dining, I would NOT recommend it here. Yes, they have out door seating, but the bar next door is so loud. Their music mixes with the music from Tarpon, and it ends up just being annoying. Stick to the inside.
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G-Funk G.

I came to Tarpon B end for a very quick lil happy hour get-together after work on a Thursday. I really enjoyed the decor of the place and our party of 8 was seated immediately. As I mentioned I was only here for about 20 minutes, but in those twenty minutes we ordered, received, and devoured this great gaucamole, bean, and shrimp tartare looking appetizer which was SO delicious. Our waitress was very attentive, and the drinks were very well made (I had a magarita that really hit the spot). I had to leave pretty quickly and the waitress was quick to bring out my portion of the bill :) I will definitely be back for a full meal.
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Liz R.

Who's mad?? I'm mad for Tarpon Bend's Thursdays Mojito Madness!!! I got an email from UrbanDaddy about Tarpon Bend's Thursday All-Day $3.50 mojitos and $1 tacos and I couldn't wait until quittin' time to get my eat and drink on... With those prices, you'd be a fool not to go. If you do plan on going mad on Thursdays, keep in mind you need to get there before 9pm to enjoy the dollar tacos or else you'd be mad and quite drunk with no food in your belly... We sadly missed the cut off time (9pm) but plan on coming back to try them. I have been to Tarpon before for your typical Happy Hour which has always been good but the food has always been ok, at best. We only ordered apps so I can't review them on their actual entrees so keep that in mind. We decided on the smoked fish dip, which was more like a pate because it was too thick to dip anything into and quite fishy... then again it was smoked fish. We also ordered calamari which was delicious!!! Perfectly crisp and came with this spicy red sauce... so good we got 2 orders. Their spinach and artichoke dip was good with slices of jalapeÃ±o... quite tasty. On the watery front, we went for the mojitos which ROCKED! We all had blackberry and watermelon mojitos. If I could've married my blackberry mojito, I might've. It wasn't too sweet and the tart from the blackberry only made it amazing! The watermelon mojito was sweet and sort of Jolly Ranchery but good, nonetheless. I will be back to try the tacos, for $1 of course, and imbibing those delicious mojitos. Such a deal!
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Ivonne Marie C.

Nothing like a beautiful, breezy and sunny day in Miami - so of course, we couldn't let it go to waste staying in the office all day. So off we went to Tarpon Bend to have lunch on their outdoor patio. Our waitress was excellent (sorry, don't remember her name); very attentive and nice. I was undecided about whether to eat the Asian Ahi Tuna sandwich, or the Dolphin Reuben. So I did what I always do - I left it up to the waitress. She brought me the Dolphin Reuben. Good selection, though I think both options were good. The sandwich was not delicious, but it was good. It was missing a little something, but I can't quite figure out what. Everyone else's meals looked delicious. This place is good, but it's not the best or worst place I've been to. The rating is pretty fair as the stars call it - A-OK.
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Luis M.

A few friends and I went to Tarpon Bend for their Mojito Thursdays last week. I had never been there before but I was super impressed with everything about that place. We went there mostly to drink, but as we got hungry we ordered their Schezuan (spelling?) Calamari and it was plentiful and delicious. It wasn't overly spicy but it had enough kick that you felt the spices and you could taste the combination of flavors that made ti taste so good. The bill was very cheap for the amount of time and drinks that we ordered with the food. I would return to Tarpon Bend without any hesitation.
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Emily V.

Something about this place, to me, seems very bland. The food and drinks are pricey, but good. I think it's the fact that things here are good and not great. It doesn't particularly stand out. It's ok. The service was good. The food was good. The drinks were good. And, as far as I've read from the other reviews, it doesn't seem to stick out in anyone elses mind either. You be the judge.
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danielle b.

if you come here.. Get the corvina sandwich if its offered. You wont be sorry. I am not a seafood person by any means and this is probally the best thing they have. I used to work here a couple years ago and I would recommend it to anyone who asked my opinion...and always got profusely thanked after the meal. Key lime pie= best thing ever. Wayne, the manager, is a pleasure.... Really genuinely cares about his job...a rare quality in the restaurant business.
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jen r.

i hate hate this place!! they got completely full of themselves when they were THE happy hour spot to be at 4 yrs ago. now they are basically a ghost town, im guessing they will pick up again with the spillover from sports exchange. true story: i was there with a group of 6 ppl during their hot phase back in 2005. we had a prime outside table and we were all eating and drinking! we still had plates on the table when the waitress brought us the check, caught off guard we said no we arent done, we want to see dessert menu and order another round. she said no. so we asked for manager, who also asked to pay and leave and go stand by the bar for more drinks. we explained we hadnt even been given the option for dessert. he said we really need to turn over your table. when we refused, he called over 2 c.g. police who basically escorted us out, after we paid the bill (tip excld)! super embarassing and totally unecessary! i have been back twice when ive been outnumbered in groups, but refuse to give one penny to this place, i literally have just sit there and drink water.
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Patty F.

Best fish tacos and I'm addicted to the Tarpon burger and the french fries! If you like fruity drinks order the mamasita it is delish and you will have a great buzz! The Friday night happy hour is awesome and if you buy one drink they give you a 2nd one free!
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Carly R.

I went here with two of my friends at like 10 PM on a weekday and there was a decent amount of people. I ordered the tuna sashimi and even though it had wasabi cream on top, it was still delicious and I finished it all. I liked that the sashimi came with seaweed salad, my personal favorite. My friend got the Big Cheese Burger which she said was decent. My other friend ordered the SouthWest Chicken Tortilla Salad which was HUGE and although delicious, he could not finish it. Our waitress was friendly and very attentive. The runner brought everything out quickly. Their cocktails looked interesting as well so I will probably return just to check out the bar!
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Raulito P.

Not sure if this place needs another good review, but I can't help it... any place in this city that can do a 2 for 1 drink special until 10pm on a Friday has to get a good review from me. It is that simple... 2 for 1 until 10pm!!! You can also save those amazing wooden chips and use them next time you stop by (I like to accumulate chips and use them once a month on what I like to call "Rauly's Free Friday"). If you travel into the Gables on Friday after 5pm, then you must spend an hour (2, 3 or 4) having drinks at Tarpon Bend. Oh, and the Tuna Burger is the best in town!
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Sebastian E.

I found my way to Tarpon Bend for an AIA happy hour. The place looks nice. Boothed seating and a drop back kitchen. The front of the restaurant is the bar, common for Coral Gables, since it is not legal to have a freestanding bar (that does not primarily serve food). The next line of defense are high top tables and then the above tables, etc. By the time I arrived on a Friday around 7 pm the place was already nicely crowded and you had to flag the barkeep for attention to place an order. The drinks were standard and standard priced. Nothing special here that you would not get elsewhere in the Gables. What I liked about the place was the enormous chalkboard boasting the largest catches by name, size, fishermen and location. Interesting. I would love to know how they keep the record and more important what they do with the catch. Were these made into a dish? Special event menu? ...or is it just a nice way to show off the lucky guys catch. Regardless. The place is nice and seems to be a good happy hour spot. As for the food. I only had some calamari appetizer that were decent. No special flavors, but certainly nothing wrong with them. I leave the place with mixed emotions. One day I will go back to try out the menu...
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Cristina F.

Not going to lie, TB's draw is it's happy hour on Fridays and Mojitos on Thursdays. It's definitely a great place to meet people, the guys will usually strike up a conversation if you look unattached. The pinapple mojitos are great and the dirty martinis are deadly. They also make a great burger.
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Surf W.

Went for lunch and it took for ever to get our food. I had the fish tacos and they were cold and lathered with guacamole sauce. Would not order them again. Nice restaurant but a bit pricey for the fish. Would not go again to eat but would go back to check out happy hour
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Janice S.

Every time I am in Miami, I have to come here for some of their amazing calamari. Thursday night mojito specials are an added plus. The place is crowded for reason. Yup the place can be loud and is often filled with yuppies after work, but I find it to be part of its charm. It is definitely a place for 30 something singles to mingle, if that it what you are looking for. For me, it is the drinks and calamari - YUM!
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Alex R.

I love this place! The happy hour is awesome. Good vibe on friday nights from 6-10pm (2 for 1 drinks). The food is not the best but it is pretty good. Try the spinach dip or the smoked fish dip. Best dessert in the house is the warm apple bread pudding with ice cream :)
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Elizabeth Z.

I've walked by this place on many occasions and it always seems packed and bustling. Last night I finally got to try it and I had a great time. The crowd seems a mix of young'ns like myself and older professionals. I didn't get to try any of the food but I think the crowd generally came for drinks anyway. The music was fun and varied and I've already enlisted my friends to come back here soon.
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Jorge U.

We stopped in early New Years Eve just for a quick drink and a small bite to eat. The bartender was fun -- full of energy -- very friendly outgoing & talkative. He was a little forgetful though. We told him we wanted menus & it took him a while to remember to bring them. I had a blue moon & I liked that it came with a chunk of orange instead of the usual slice. We ordered fish tacos and some horseradish mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were just that. They were good but there was no hint of horseradish to them. But the fish tacos were fantastic. Moist tasty & delicious. It seemed promising enough that we went back for lunch the next day and we weren't disappointed with the food. We started with the mexican shrimp margarita appetizer. Pretty damn good. Shrimp black beans & avocado served with tortilla chips. Even the chips were good. Warm fresh & crisp without a hint of greasiness. The crab crusted mahi was excellent. Just like the with the fish tacos the fish was cooked perfectly. For a side I tried the honey-cider cole slaw and it was good, but it was just cole slaw. No real taste of honey or cider. Seems to be a recurring thing with their sides. The only real negative was that our server, though friendly, was pretty inattentive. The place was almost empty at lunch time on New Years Day and we could see the staff standing in the kitchen area talking. That kinda sucked for us.
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Melanie E.

For some reason we generally end up eating here when we're feeling unimaginative and can't recall a spectacular place that's close by. Could be because we really hate spending more than $15 for a great meal, and there are few places nearby where that can be achieved. Don't get me wrong though, we've had many a scrumptious dish - my favorite is fish tacos which until not long ago were only available until 3 pm for some strange reason. My husband always orders tuna, he's a pretty hard guy to please, so although they don't "give it to you for free, it must be good". They also make a mean mojito and a pretty decent margarita. Outside seating is a plus, especially if toting Mapuche the sloth boxer puppy (waitress was crazy about him - smart woman, big tip!)
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jessica p.

Andrew and josh were the best, the lobster was to die for!!!!!!!!
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Jacob C.

Been coming here pretty often for their happy hour...which is awesome. They have a pretty great deal with 2 for 1 drinks and the food is pretty delicious too. The last time I was out there we were knocking back glasses of whiskey and having some of their oyster shooters. The oyster shooters come in a little shot glass with some hot sauce and lemon and other goodies and you just shoot them back without having to worry about the shell. It gets pretty hectic for happy hour so you might want to call in a reservation for a table if you don't want to stand around all evening.
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Dim S.

The staff was friendly and the seafood was awesome! I got the sizzling seafood skillet thing (can't remember the exact name). It was one of the best seafood dishes I had in a while, and the broth was insane! Unless you like a loud crowd, I would recommend going on a weekday when it is a little more quiet and mellow
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Janine R.

Great happy hour spot! 241 drinks until 9pm on Fridays! You cannot beat that anywhere in Miami. Although, it gets extremely crowded, it's a great atmosphere to mingle and make new friends. I recommend getting here early around 6 or 630 latest to guarantee a table or at least a spot at the bar. The food is pretty good, but Little more on the pricier side. The mojitos are are out of this world. Try the berry mojito, you'll thank me later! Besides the great happy hour and nice crowd, Tarpon is a staple among Coral Gables and has a really nice vibe and interior. Reminds me of an updated fish house.
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Michelle S.

I love fries. Especially the skinny ones and Tarpon Bend has them. I crave tarpon bend just for them and their drink specials. I usually order the Asian tuna sandwich which is very tasty and the tuna is always fresh. Their menu is limited so luckily I found my favorite dish and always stick to it.
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Dave H.

I had heard good things about this place but as it is with practically every other place I've been in Miami, service is terrible. Bartender got my drink and said he'd get a menu for me. But 20 minutes later, I still didn't have a menu and everyone else around me who arrived after me not only had a menu but had already placed their order. The food was good and I'll give their bartender a break - eveybody has a bad day. Overall, I'd recommend it.
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Kristy C.

Great burger! Great service! I really liked this place! :)
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AC O.

Excellent food. The calamari is simply perfect. The seafood kettle is the best option for seafood lovers; delicious. I don't give it 5 stars only because the service was good but not outstanding.
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Karin D.

All I can say is HAPPY HOUR! This place gets packed for 2-for-1 drinks during happy hour, you order one and get a token to get your next drink free. I had tree different kinds of raw oysters which were amazing, and some corn shrimp fritters which were tasty too. Make sure you get there early to get a spot at the bar!
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Priscilla A.

I love love love Tarpon Bend!!! Pretty much everything is good at this restaurant. I worked in the gables for about 4 years and probably the thing I miss most about not working there is not being able to go to lunch here whenever I please. Their appetizers are really good: calamari, smoked fish dip, Margarita shrimp dip, fish tacos. I say order the swordfish when they have it. Burger is good too and I love their fries. And if you go for happy hour they have 2 for 1 !!!
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Nathan F.

I love this place so much! The salmon wasabi burger special (wednesday I think) is probably the best sandwich i've ever had. The miracle mile mojito is off the hook too! Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
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Michelle S.

Happy hour drink specials are good. I had the Tuna Sashimi. It was OK. Service was friendly but slow. Dont think I'll return.
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Wynndel B.

The food is great and mojito are as well. Get the cedar plank salmon it's like butter.
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Kool K.

After a long day I was looking for a relaxed atmosphere to unwind and eat a bite. The place was rather empty after the Heat game, which was a good thing. I ordered my drink and appetizer, szechuan calamari. Delivered quickly with a smile. It was typical frozen clamari with a slight spicy twist. I actually enjoyed it. My 10oz burger was up next. Nice presentation with string fries. The bun was lightly toasted and a hunk of melted cheese with all of the condiments. The burger was delicious and hit the spot! Everything was very good, from the attentive service with a smile, timing of the food, awesome music, and surprisingly good food. I didn't expect much and walked away feeling that this place is worth a return. I just hope that this can be duplicated on my next visit. Because consistency is the key in restaurants......
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Patricia P.

the oysters were super small! and i mean miniscule. Also I tried to order another app and the waiter said the kitchen was closed (understandable-but 10 minutes after that I saw him take an order and bring food to another table0
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Christina C.

As someone mentioned in their review, this is usually the place where my friends and I gather when we can't think of any other place to go close by. I enjoy their food... the smoked fish dip is great, the oysters are amazing, and the service is good; no complaints there. The only reason I think I stopped enjoying this place is because of the $$$. Every time I go, I end up paying bills in excess of $50 for some appetizers and drinks, which is rather overpriced in my opinion. Otherwise, it's a great place to hang out and socialize; just keep an eye on how much you're spending and you should be fine.
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Franky A.

I always end up at this place whenever Houston's is too packed but I always walk away happy. The food is solid and the bar scene there is good too. They have great french fries there and there fish sandwich is delicious. If you're in the area for happy hour, it's always fun.
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Chris M.

Met a 4 friends at the coral gables venue on a Friday 8pm. The place was packed. The wait for tables was going to be extremely long; but that wasn't the issue. The problem was the climate. They had every single door open and from what I was told the Ac or fans or something broke. After being there another hour we were soaked from sweating and decided to leave... There are 24 hour a/c companies in Miami. Customers come first and before ruining their night with a soaked filled sweatfest GET IT FIXED. FAIL!!!
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Annie A.

My husband had lunch here a couple months ago and kept saying how much he liked the Seafood Kettle. He finally brought me to Tarpon Bend to check out the kettle. It was Sunday, there was a nice crowd, but it wasn't packed. We decided to eat our dinner outside since it was nice and cool. I really wasn't in the mood for an appetizer, so we just ordered the Seafood Kettle. I really enjoyed it, the fish and calamari seemed fresh and tender, but the mussels tasted kind of different..a little fishy. I know it's seafood, but they just tasted fishier than what I'm used to. We finished our meal with Key Lime Pie. That was okay too, nothing special. I don't think I'll come back. I just made my own Seafood Kettle and it was famazing!
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Gustavo A. L.

In our search for the elusive best Cheese Burger in Miami, we came across a review of this place's Cheese Burger. Needless to say we tried other items in the menu as well. THe cheese burger is certainly not the best but quite tasty indeed. The drinks are pretty good as well and it packs a pretty cool crowd in happy hour. Good for Lunch, Dinner or just hanging out.
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Martin C.

Located at the start of the Miracle Mile strip in upscale Coral Gables, Tarpon Bend offers a great location for anything from a business lunch to grabbing a beer with the lads after work. The bar offers are great view of the street allowing you to enjoy a drink and watch the world pass-by before your eyes and the bartender will keep you entertained. I'd recommend the Calamari and Fresh House Salad, remember to wash it all down with an ice cold Newcastle!
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Chris H.

Besides from being super packed.... 2 for 1 drinks and the food is very good friday nights always a good night
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Frequent Traveler N.

I'm a Gables resident and regular at all of the neighborhood hot spots. I like going to Tarpon Bend and I love the staff. Which is why it is hard for me to write the following review. Any day besides Friday the place is frequented by regular diners and bar patrons. On Fridays, which is their best day for happy hour, the place turns into a complete zoo. They have a DJ and a pretty good fan base of people all over Miami, but when you get a good crowd the under-age drinkers, the kids, and the cheap-but I wanna look cool people come out. After 7 or 8pm forget about getting to the bar unless you already secured your space at the bar at 5pm. The bartenders are always good with keeping everyone happy, but clearly there is a frustration driven by the complete discourtesy of certain people that come there. It has gotten so bad that they have actually put a Coral Gables cop detail there. I could see the reasoning behind putting one at the Ale House, but I never thought I would see one at Tarpon. Not attractive, at all. I tried contacting one of the managers about my concerns and have not recieved any response back. Management is usually pretty good about things like that but I leave it up to them. Bottom line, if you like that sort of crowd then Friday Happy Hour is for you. But I'm over 25 so it's not for me. Sorry Tarpon, take this info as you must.
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Annette M.

I have tried almost everything on the menu here at Tarpon Bend. So far, I have no complaints! Everything is delicious. I recommend the crab crusted mahi mahi, the Friday fish burger special, the smoke burger (not on the menu any longer, but if you ask for it, they can make it ) and Sunday's soup of the day- ****tomato parmesan. As for the service, I think the staff is extremely friendly and genuinely happy to help customers' in every way possible. They make the experience of dining out quite enjoyable.
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Yeleny S.

I am guessing this place has managed to stay afloat simply because of its location and happy hour; it's definitely not the food. I gave it a couple of tries but was never impressed. It's an OK place for a drink but not my bar of choice.
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Thom M.

Great fish sandwichs and Ice cold beer. Service was pleasant and attentive. Great lunch
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luis s.

Great burgers great food, oh and 2-1 drinks till 9 yupp im all there! if your a fan of oysters clam etc tarpon bend has a great raw bar! whats cool about it if you wanna have a nice dinner you can, and on other hand if you wanna be laid back watch a game have some raw oysters and beer in you sandals you can do that too!
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Harold R.

Great Happy hour concept. Basically 2 for 1 well drinks. Gets a huge crowd on Fridays. However the food a found to be very small portions given the price. I ordered the churrasaco for $20 thinking it be a an appropriate portion for the price. I was disappointed. It was tasty though.
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Joel S.

Its nice to be pleasantly surprised - and thats what happened here today. My experience with this place is up in lauderdale and drinks before shows at revolution and the odd happy hour. today i met the family for a birthday lunch. well a late lunch. the place was empty and we sat down and quickly ordered drinks. everyone got something different and passed around samples to share. unbelievably everything was solid - tuna burger, veggie burger, fish tacos, dolphin reuben, and a snapper breaded that might have been best of all. crawfish soup was good not great and the deserts werent all that but overall a very pleasant dining experience. dont sell the food short - you may be pleasantly surprised too.
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Jennifer R.

Puppies are welcome in the outside seating area. Love the Crab Cake Burger, the Salmon Burger (it's only on Wednesdays as lunch specials) and the raw bar. Great during the weekend nights when they have live music and just as nice to people watch during the day. The pink lemonade is a great thirst quencher when you need something refreshing.
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Katherine M.

Came here for a business happy hour. You can sit outside and relax after a long day with a nice glass of wine, or you can sit inside at the bar and have a loud time watching sports and drinking beer. The menu is awesome if you are a seafood lover. Lots of healthy items to choose from too. Try it on Wednesdays when they have an amazing happy hour promotion: buy one get one free!
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Kyle G.

I always visit this place when in Miami. While there are undeniably better restaurants in Coral Gables, their food is good and their fresh-fruit mojitos are SPECTACULAR. Thursday night is the best drink special night they offer, in my opinion. Be sure to check this out, even if you're not in the Gables. The area is gorgeous, and like I said, the mojitos are scrumptious!
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Janetxia B.

I went not too long ago and it wasn't all that great. I went with a few of the girls and we ordered a few appetizers for the table. It was just a random lunch so we stuck to the appetizers and picked at all the food. The presentation was pretty nice, but the taste wasn't all that. The food was mediocre with ok flavor. We also got oyster shooters which were the best thing we ordered. I'm not a huge fan of oysters, but these shooters were great! The drinks were pretty good too. I had a mamacita margarita or something like that which was yummy. over all i'm not too sure i'd go back. it was also super over priced.
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Jennifer G.

I've been here to lunch several times and always got great service and great food. The fish is always a good choice.
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John A.

The food and service are both fantastic!! Great happy hour and always a good crowd.
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scott s.

Went here for dinner and drinks last night and I was impressed with the food and service. I had the rare tuna, my dad had the salmon, and my mom had the special which was trout and we all loved our meals. Our waiter was very friendly and was informative about the menu. The food took a little while to come out but other than that I will go back for sure. The tuna great, cooked well, raw in the center and the sauce was incredible. We also got the shrimp guacamole appetizer which was very good too.
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Steve M.

now granted ive only been here once, on a saturday night, but wow does this place get packed and loud! i could barely walk around the place. i had to constantly slither my way to the restroom, bar, table etc. just horrible. only lasted for about half an hour before my friends and i decided to leave. if youre claustrophobic, stay away!
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Alexandra V.

This location is usally frequented by my girls and I on a Thursday for $3.50 fruit mojito madness. They create some of the most delicious and refreshing (not to mention well priced) mojitos that vary in flavors: blackberry, watermelon, peach, pineapple, grapefruit. My fave being the first two. However, I ventured out to Tarpon on a Friday night this time around and found myself in what is best described as the Gables meat market. HOLY SAUSAGEFEST! Ladies if you're looking to go fishing, this is the place to be on a Friday night. This venue was chock full of ties, blazers and sweater vests. The men here are coiffed and well dressed. Odds are in our favor, so your drinking tab will most likely end up on one of them. Note to self: come with a full belly or make plans to eat elsewhere. Although there menu is delish (try their fish tacos) trying to get a meal or even an app on a Friday night is nearly impossible.
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lach l.

2 for 1 delicious mojitos plus a buttery yellow fin sandwich and perfect red potato salad more than make up for the somewhat overly expensive menu. Outdoor seating and friendly service sealed the 4th star for me.
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Alexis F.

Seriously... you cant beat Mojito MADNESS THURSDAYS!!!! $3.50 mojitos! all you need is 3-4 for a gooooood buzzz, then order up some delicious food! this place is quickly becoming on of my favorites :) GREAT SERVICE TOO!
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Javier S.

I come here all the time and I'm rarely dissatisfied. The service is great and friendly. They have the best fish tacos in town. Their fish sandwich is superb, try the wahoo if it's available. For those that dont want to go the seafood route, their cheeseburgers are very tasty. As others have mentioned they have great mojito specials on Thursdays, try the watermelon one!
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Frank G.

Can say much about the food because I've only been here to drink. Lots of friends have great comments on their food. I can tell you the have a great bar in a good location with a nice view of miracle mile.
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Deana G.

I went to the Tarpon Bend on a Friday night around 8. Happy hour is until 9. The place was packed to the rim! My friend and I ordered some spniach dip and some sort of shrimp dip as well. I actually really liked the mojitos here. The service seemed to be ok. I had left my bank card at the bar (bc when we first got there we had to wait for a table).. which led to me returning the next day. The night before I couldnt tell how small the Tarpon Bend actually was bc there were soooo many people. As I park to get my card, my friend is like "I could go for another of those mojitos." So inside to the bar we went. We order them, the bartender makes them.. and gives us a "2-4-1" chip. After a long night the previous night - me and my friend just look at each other like "oh wow." Saturday happy hour?? That exists? We each had 3 mojitos. I got hungry and ordered a salad with grilled shrimp. WOW the shrimp was like a mouthgasm. Delicious. As well as the salad. Nice place. Clean bathrooms. They have Thursday mojitos.. cant wait to hit that up!
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Liz T.

the gables one is a high class spin of the fort lauderdale tarpon bend. they're open for lunch and dinner. and they have a pretty good happy hour (buy one get on free, even martinis). i just have to be in the mood to brave the guppies, wait, i mean yuppies. yes, it is full of gables yuppies during happy hour. i like their fish sandwiches. actually all the fish is pretty fresh and tasty. i love their french fries. worth a trip to try for yourself. fyi, when they're busy service can be really slow.
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Deb R.

This is one of our all time favorite places to eat. Be sure to try to fish sandwich. I had my wedding rehearsal lunch here. Everyone loved the meal and the price was very reasonable. I've never had a bad meal here!
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Piggypoo P.

After a frustrating day at the Cobbie Shop trying to find a shoe for my wife's Arizona Brace to fit into, and after the 150 year old manager did his best but ended up cursing podiatrists, we ventured over to The Tarpon Bend. We ordered a delicious rainbow trout which was listed as catch of the day. I remarked to the server that I wondered how they caught it , maybe from the Miami River, but she handled it well enough. Also the horseradish mashed taters were good.Very Fluffy and no garlic thank God. At a nearby table new servers were undergoing induction and were being given a lengthy about values etc. Our server said that the whole staff meet every day to discuss the business, new dishes, etic. In fact a group of about 6 servers were all having a small glass of wine while the leader was holding forth. If you need a fine place for your eats They will find you some comfortable seats And so Tarpon Bend Is the place in the end For a lot of delectable treats
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amy c.

Tarpon bend was great. We were walkign around Sunday night and were not feeling anything. Tarpon Bend actually had a menu we meshed with. The gave us a free appetizer (A Shrimp Margarita- awesome) and the fish tacos were really good. The staff was wonderful and sometimes that is what counts more when you are out of town.
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T F.

Great food, great happy hours!
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Milagros B.

This is a good place to go on the weekdays, Fridays gets too crazy, and the bartender are under a lot of stress which makes them act rude.
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Michelle L.

Great Brunch! Waiters and waitresses were very attentive and we were a big group. Music was great!
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Kelsey G.

Tonight my boyfriend and I wanted to do a little happy hour with a bite to eat and decided on Tarpon Bend. It was my first time to the restaurant and I was very pleased. Our server was Amber, what a delight! After informing us of some happy hour deals we promptly ordered the traditional mojito (which was 2-for-1) and they were delicious! There were some great features going on on this night but I really wanted oysters and shrimp so I went with Amber's suggestions of the oyster flight and the fire grilled shrimp. Both were great. I would normally go for half dozen of something I was familiar with but I liked trying flavors from different regions. And the shrimp, tipped with pico and a wasabi cream sauce, were so delicious too. What a great suggestion. Amber was terrific. Prompt, friendly and professional service. She didn't miss a beat. The food was great but the service is why I'll be going back again.
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Sindia B.

AServers are very well spoken and friendly. We asked for the fish tacos with blackened fish but got fried dish instead. No explanation. We were told the steak was 10 Oz so we decided to share. It was not 10 Oz... We asked medium but it was overcooked. Ordered a grilled chicken breast for my dog and that was only $4.00 and that tasted the best... Along with the shrimp Margarita (appetizer). They gave us a 20% off for the steak being overcooked which was a nice gesture.
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MICHELLE C.

What has happened to this place. We were on our way to the Ale house and as we walked by Tarpon Bend I said oh I have always liked this place let's stay here. Early afternoon so they were not crowded at all. Food, very average. Spinach and artichoke dip was not very good, way way to many onions and runny. I ordered the wahoo sandwich, very plain just OK. Only thing good about our late lunch was the fries. Service, we had to ask for our first water refill then our waiter never came back to refill after our first refill. When I laid out my credit card he stopped and said " your done OK I will get your check". Fine with us as we wanted to leave but he could have said " can I get your empty glass that had been empty for 20 minutes a refill or hey you want dessert for an up sell. Nope managers walking around like they were busy. A joke especially for the prices, quality, and service. What a shame they use to be great!
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David C.

This restaurant won't get a high review from me. The service really was great. A lot of the food coming out around me looked pretty good. I wish I had ordered something else. I ordered a Peruvian lunch special. According to the server, the owner has just returned from Peru and added these two items. I ordered corvina with a chili salt crust and cocoanut glaze. This was such a bland dish. The rice seemed to be like uncle bens precooked rice that was microwaved. The vegetables were ok. The fish though was a small piece, and was undercooked. Corvina is not one of those fishes that should come out rare. Mine was solid pink in the center. The worst part was the sticker shock. A $26 dish of undercooked bland fish, white rice and sliced vegetables. I should have ordered something else. For this price though they should get it right......
(2)
Gabriela A.

Amazing place! You have to try the shrimp and arugula salad!!!! OMG IT'S delicious, shrimps are so fresh and taste is unique..
(5)
Junior G.

Best mojitos in town! You should just come & see for yourself! Still waiting on the food but definitely recommend coming & trying it out, everyone's really nice.
(5)
Michael M.

Peach berry mojitos!!! Oyster shooters!!! More peach berry mojitos because the happy hour is 2 for one.. Turkey burgers... Tuna burgers, interesting and yummy calamari.. Crispy fries.. Incredible margarita shrimp... More peach berry mojitos... Fish tacos!!!! Tuna tataki! Maybe one more peach berry mojito and the best dammmmm apple cake concoction around!!! ( ala mode ) of course..
(5)
Vanessa L.

We are very displeased with Tarpon Bend in Coral Gables. Specially, the way the security officer treats the customers after leaving the restaurant. This is not the way customers should be treated! I will NOT be going there again.
(1)
Anhara M.

My second time on a Friday for happy hour. To my surprise the happy last until 10pm so as you can imagine it gets really packed. It was mission to get drinks. I waited for a long time for them. I needed to squeezed in to get there attention and honestly I don't like that, its a mission. The DJ played everything so I enjoyed it. There was a fist fight that day Which surprised my as we are in The Gables but after listening to the story it was understandable. I would return once in a while.
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Jamnary M.

The food here is alright but it takes forever to be ready. I feel like a burger shouldn't take that long. The wine is way too expensive, $11 for a Pinot Grigio that tastes like vinegar is a bit insane. I went for lunch with my co-workers and even though it was almost empty we ended up having a 3 h lunch. Do not go unless you are willing to get fired.
(1)
Vanessa B.

Tarpon Bend is always the "Go-to" Happy hour spot for us. We've been here time and again.... and we always love it. The appetizers are delicious...I LOVE their Smoked Fish Dip ... YUM! I really need to come by for dinner some time... I came by last Sunday for Brunch... I think its the first time I had ever been to Tarpon for an actual meal. They did not disappoint. I got the Crab Cake Benny and my husband got the Nutty French Toast... both were AMAZING... not gonna lie though I liked my husbands dish better than mine (maybe I was craving sweets).
(4)
Priscilla C.

Well....lol My best friend & I decided to go here on a Friday night for a 2 for 1 Happy Hour. It wasn't a let down, but the place was extremely packed. I guess everyone was also there trying to get drinks before Happy Hour was over at 10pm. The bar is pretty big, & its pretty hard to get a bartenders attention. Wines, beers, and well drinks are whats included in the 2 for 1. What you basically do is order your first drink & pay for it, then they give you a token that you come back with for your next drink. If you want to sit & eat, there is a pretty long wait for a table. Loud music, some outside seating, there is a parking garage right next to it, & the drinks are made strong.
(4)
Danielle V.

Good drinks and tasty fish tacos! I went for happy hour and really enjoyed myself. I will be back for sure.
(4)
Carlos R.

Their food is just AWESOME; however, their greatest asset is Alanna, she should be promoted to management.
(5)
Lourdes D.

Terrible wait, the oysters were mediocre, the drinks kinda watered, the bartenders were really inattentive. As a local, I prefer Bulla or Swine down the street.
(1)
David M L.

Food was OK, although disappointed that cucumbers in tuna sashimi salad were not peeled. However, I was very disappointed that I was charged an additional 18% which I was not aware of until I reviewed the bill at home, and this was on top of a 20% tip that I had added, not realizing I was being double-charged. In fairness, the manager later offered me a credit IF I would send my credit card information AND security code, which I did not feel worth the risk for $4.00.
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A F.

I was down on Miracle Mile today (6/28/15) with a friend & we were looking for a place to eat when we happened to pass by Tarpon Bend. We figured we'd give their brunch a try. We had the nutty french toast and the shrimp and grits. The french toast was soggy when it arrived and the shrimp and grits, while presented nicely, was quite bland. It was definitely not worth the price. The food would have been overlooked had our service been better. Our experience started out fair, nothing spectacular, but went downhill quite fast once two young girls arrived whom the waitstaff seemed to know quite well based on the greetings and hugs they received when they arrived. Each server seemed to be making their rounds hugging, and saying hello as my friend and I waited for our server to come back and ask how our food was or if we needed anything. This never happened. I saw our server standing at the girls table having a conversation with him and was waiting to catch his attention to get our bill. When he was done though he walked right past our table without so much as a glance. At that point we had been finished with our food and were just waiting to get our bill to pay. Someone finally did come by with our check- not our server though because I'm not sure where he went. Never saw our server again either. The person who took my card didn't bring my card or receipt back to sign for nearly 10 minutes, which was odd because the restaurant was quite empty. When I finally saw him returning with my credit card he walked right past the table and as I did I said "excuse me". When he came back to the table he said nastily "I figured you'd like something to write with" before dropping the check and walking away. Had the young man simply paused by the table and said "I'm getting you something to write with" or even acknowledged that it had taken a little longer than necessary, would've been a better way to handle it. Maybe they were having an off day, and that's fine, but they should be a little more considerate when dealing with guests and a guests service shouldn't be neglected for friends. Bad service and mediocre food doesn't warrant a return visit any time soon.
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Melissa G.

The staff here is the best in the business. The manager Wayne is amazing, so attentive to detail. Just had the freshest fish tacos. The happy hour here is also literally the best, 2 for 1 cocktails Friday night! Highly recommended
(5)
Krista M.

Wow!!! Incredible service and great food! It was Valentine's Day and we had no reservation but they had no problem taking us since we were there before the rush. This place really knows what it's all about in service! So attentive and friendly such a great place! Will be back again!
(4)
Alli M.

Decent food at an okay price for this area. Coconut mojito was pretty delicious. There are only a few outdoor tables but they're nice and shady and great for people watching.
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Monica L.

Best place to be in town on a Friday night after work for happy hour. They have great happy hour specials for every happy hour drink you bye you get to tokens for a free drink. Drinks are not out of this world but it's filled with tons of music and tons of people to interact with in addition it's a restaurant so if you're hungry you can have One of the best fish sandwiches with the delicious skinny fries
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Jessica B.

Came here thursday night with friends to watch the heat game. Our waiter was amazing Arturo. I ordered the corvina stuffed in crawfish with veggies and it was really good. The ambiance is always great here, you can never go wrong.
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Chloe S.

Came here for dinner with my boyfriend...The food was good, but it was WAY overpriced. We had the shrimp margarita appetizer, I had the asian tuna burger, and my boyfriend had a salad-- both were tasty enough. Service was friendly.
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Dave C.

We have a love-hate relationship with this place. We have had amazing food and spot on service, but we have also watched as one of the owners was pi$$ drunk and almost out of control the way he was acting, and my favorite drink here (watermelon mojito) I have not been able to get the last two times because they never have watermelon. How does this happen? There is a Publix down the street, have someone pick up a watermelon or two....
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Regi P.

Yummylicious Went last Sunday around 5:00 pm sat at the bar. Gosh I love when the bar is by the front and all the doors are open. although they have a couple of TVs it doesn't feel like sports bar - but glad we could catch the Heat game. I ordered the Tuna salad and a side of mac n cheese. The salad was perfect. Tuna seared and spiced just right with fresh greens and a light dressing. Mac n cheese was good too, but I didn't drool like I did for the salad. Our bartender was Cathy and she knew her menu (which is such a plus), funny and took great care of us. The vibe of this restaurant is so nice because its clean and open and isn't trying to look trendy. I have been here many times and never written a review but always left feeling like I just had an amazing meal. The service is consistently great and the wine selection is nice but pricey (as with every restaurant on the Mile).
(5)
Alivia H.

I wish the waiters knew the menu better, i had 2 things i ordered messed up. The food was not that great its ok at best. Its a better place for happy hour, cheap drinks and bar snacks. I would not come back for dinner.
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Adam I.

Went for brunch on Sunday. French toast! Awesome atmosphere, awesome food! French Toast! Definitely would recommend. French Toast! Make sure you try the French toast!
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Hernani A.

We love this place, fish dip is sooo good! And almost everything we have tried has been good. A good place to eat seafood, a little overpriced and same old problem about parking.... We avoid it on fridays as it gets packed with all the yuppie folks that work in the area and the ladies with the very tight dresses....
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Sadia Munawar C.

Love it here :D
(5)
Greg L.

I regularly visit this location - The bartender at the bar facing the bar - was amazing she offered me great conversation - I went in for an after work drink - GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE ! Really looking forward to my next visit - I usually go during low hours but was told it gets filled with life on the weekends - will be there soon !
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Michelle G.

BEWARE!!! This so called restaurant has no regard for reservations booked through the Open Table reservation site. We were treated like trash and not even offered the seating scheduled over a week prior. We were a party of 6 and arrived with ample time. Upon arrival we were only offered outside seating which in Miami in 90+ degree temperatures was unacceptable. We said that we did not request outside seating we were sarcastically told that because we had booked the reservation on-line it was automatically set to sit there. When we made a clear mention that people in our party could not fit comfortably in the seating outside because the chairs were too tight and small they gave little regard and only after we insisted and became upset they only would offer us a so called booth which was so small only a group of small children would fit. Very disappointed and honestly ruined my trust in the Open Table reservation site as obviously restaurants how little or no regard for the time spent scheduling an outing. Probably would never use or visit this restaurant again. Not a Happy Mother's Day.
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Adrienne C.

I really have to go back for some dinner. Tonight we just indulged in Blackberry Mojitos! Extremely very yummy! Also had a few bites of the artichoke cheese dip which was excellent until... my taste buds collided with a piece of jalapeno WITH seeds. I reaaallly don't do spicy well...Luckily the mojitos made the pain go away post haste. Got an education about happy hour I have to say.. Info like the ages of the people who sit on one side of the bar as opposed to the other...Lots of nice-suit wearing specimens of the male persuasion...if one is so inclined...Thursdays offer mojitos at 3.50 or 2 for 1 all-other drinks but only on the bar side of the restaurant which I hear gets reeeaalll crowded. A fun place. I liked it.
(4)
Melanie K.

Bartenders are the worst they will purposely ignore you if they see you have a BOGO chip during happy hour. Happy hour specials are a joke.
(1)
Carolina G.

Love the staff, atmosphere and drink specials. Wayne goes out of his way to make you feel at home. The staff gets to know you and remembers your drink orders. This is my go-to happy hour. It's always a guaranteed good time! The food is amazing. Their oysters and seafood are always fresh.
(5)
Kristine W.

Food was excellent. Menu very diverse. Lots of fresh fish which is strangely rare in the gables. Service was also very good. Only negative was the noise level. Hard to hear the others at the table. I like a lively place. But they had the music so loud that we had to almost shout to be heard.
(4)
Connie F.

Today I celebrate my daughter 17 birthday the food was amazing the manager Andrew was attentive and made my daughter and her friend feel special the service was great . most try the seafood kettle.
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Ingrid R.

Oysters...yes! Mexican Shrimp Margarita...yes! Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad (add avocado)...yes! Key West Shrimp Sandwich (order and pour honey mustard and hot sauce over the shrimp)...yes! HAPPY HOUR...HELL YES! Grandma's apple cake is fire! Tarpon Bend, you are loved by me.
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Mike C.

This is the Mecca of socializing, networking and outright good fun and fine casual dining at its best. The food is always on point, it's portions, presentation and taste. This is a restaurant that believes in "consistency" I have not had one visit and I've been here a many of times and it's always the top quality, no slaking. Which would best describe the quality of service one would receive when dining here or just hanging out to have a drink or two, even three. I've always been greeting with smiles on each visit. All in all this is my go-to-spot whenever I'm in Coral Gables. By the way the Tuna burger is to die for!
(5)
Rene S.

Recently had lunch at Tarpon Bend after a couple years of not getting around to it. Service: Professional, cordial and just right. Staff well trained on food and each of the two servers and busser were able to hold a conversation.Refreshing! Plus the Executive chef took the time to stop by table and introduce himself. Food: Tuna burger with sauteed onions and sweet potato fries might now be on "last meal" list. Perfect! My client had a the burger and was licking his fingers. A couple beers and wine was $80. I am glad it was a business lunch. Expensed! Happy to recommend..
(5)
Elaine Z.

I used to like this place and continued my mental patronage due to sentimental reasons (coming with a friend multiple times and not really eating out of the box). However my experience last night and really my hesitation to come back over the past year has changed my perception of Tarpon Bend. We came for ladies' night last night (advertised as 50% off food) and were told that since we had a man in our party, we would not be able to take advantage of the deal. Well maybe Tarpon Bend should stipulate THE EXACT RULES to be able to participate in Ladies' Night since I seemed to be under the strange assumption that LADIES NIGHT simply applies if you are of the female persuasion. As for the food, the burgers are fine but the oysters are tiny and expensive. On Fridays it's incredibly packed and impossible to order. I completely agree with Cassie's review in that I enjoyed this place before I was a young professional, and now have found much better options to spend my time.
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Debbie C.

I was in the neighborhood with family. It started to rain and we were hungry so we went to the closest restaurant we could find. They almost got a 4 from me, but this was my first time here so... Service 5/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Food 4/5 We were greeted warmly and seated quickly. They made accommodations for our group as well. Service took their time to introduce themselves and go over the menu and answer all of our questions. Big plus! I feel like service is overlooked and the wait staff tend to speak quickly. Tarpon's staff took their time and made sure we heard everything. We ordered oysters, the mahi burger, tuna burger, and the corvina. For sides, we had the couscous, cole slaw, and mac and cheese. For drinks we had the lemonade and raspberry lemonade. The mahi and tuna were cooked well. The corvina was too dry. I think they smoked it too long. The sides were wonderful. The couscous was a cold grain salad with some berries. The slaw didn't feel too heavy. The mac and cheese (not a personal favorite) was a hit with my sister.The drinks were AWESOME. They described it as more tart than sweet, which was exactly what we got. I love a tart lemonade rather than a super sugary one. I would come back just for the lemonade. The restaurant felt kind of sticky and humid. You know that mixture of A/C and moisture? Yeah...like that. It wasn't nice, but it wasn't unbearable either. Maybe a dehumidifier on a rainy day would be helpful. We also notice quite a few mosquitos flying around our table and biting us. I'd suggest a mosquito zapper at the sliding doors. Overall, lunch is a good value. I was really full. Sides are a generous portion so have everyone order something different so you can try them all. I would like to see how dinner looks like. Keep up the good work Tarpon!
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Francisco S.

This place is great for Happy Hour, but is also spectacular for seafood. The oysters they carry are always great quality, and have a vast selection. Service is on point as well. Obviously if you go during peak times, it will be busy, as all great restaurants are! Highly recommend anything raw, the spinach dip, sepia, skirt steak and the calamari. They also have a solid brunch, with live music.
(5)
Al C.

Great food, open air feel. Every server that stopped by our table or delivered anything was extremely knowledgeable. Micah was our main server and was AMAZING. A revisit is definitely on the agenda.
(4)
James B.

We ordered: - We all (4 of us) ordered cocktails, they were all very good. No complaints there. They are slightly high on price, specially given that they are served in smaller cups than other places. - Sizzling Seafood Kettle: This is more of a showy meal. It comes out literally in a big ol heavy kettle. They pour the soup content onto a plate for you. It's "showy". It comes with some shrimp, calamari, clams, some fish. It comes in a red tomato sauce. There are some veggies and a couple slices of potatoes. I was disappointed... and a lil pissed because the portions flat out sucked for this dish.. $23 for appetizer portions. The portions on the seafood, veggies, even potatoes (literally like 2 or 3 pieces) were all so small it got me a bit... flustered... The flavors were alright, but nothing that left me with a longing to keep eating it... Overall, I give this plate a 3. - Tarpon burger- The burger was decent. 3 out of 5. The fries were surprisingly good, like 5 out of 5 for fries. They were thin and crispy. -Asian Tuna burger: This tuna burger was really good, this is one I would recommend. Easily a 4 out of 5. - Truffled mac n cheese (as a side)- I also really liked the mac n cheese. I do recommend it as well. -Blondies- For dessert we ordered their version of blondies. This was definiely the best part of our meal. If they are offering it, do yourself a favor and order these. If I go back to Tarpon Bend, it would probably be just to order these again. Overall 3 out of 5 experience. The prices were a bit too high for the food I ate (and portions offered). I probably won't be back given that there are so many good food options in the area and others to explore. The only thing that really stood out from this meal were those dessert blondies!
(3)
Lindsay Y.

My experience at Tarpon Bend was delightful last night. It was a super quiet Saturday evening (not sure why) in the Gables and my sister and I decided we were in the mood for seafood. Our server Joel was so nice and accommodating and really recommended a lot of great dishes and wine. We started out with the Mexican shrimp margarita and it was really tasty, I had the Ahi tuna burger witch was perfectly preparend and my sister had the Cordova special. We both really enjoyed the overall food and the dining experience.
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Tamia G.

This neighborhood restaurant and bar was always packed on weekends so I never sought to brave the crowd. However, it was relatively mellow on a Thursday evening, so I decided to give it a go. I was dining solo so I sat at the bar. There were lots of tv's with sports showing. The bar area was opened to the outside, which was a nice dining experience during Miami's mild February winter. Also, they have Happy Hour nightly until 8pm. It's basically a 2-for-1 where they give you a token for a free second drink. Pretty neat! When I sat down, the bartender greeted me quickly. He asked if I had been there before and I explained that I was new to the area. He then explained the menu and made various recommendations. I decided to have their Beef Short Rib dinner. While I awaited my meal, a manager appeared with a complimentary platter of Smoke fish & veggies (carrots and celery). He welcomed me to the neighborhood and thanked me for choosing Tarpon Bend. Nice touch! Tasty too! When my meal arrived, the short rib was a lean, tender 8oz cut served atop creamy mashed potatoes. There was also a delicious jus accompanying the beef. Unexpectedly delicious beef at a seafood restaurant. Kudos!
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Jennifer C.

I've been to Tarpon Bend on a Friday night after 5PM for their usual happy hour about 6-7 times over the last 3-4 years. It is always jam packed with people to the point where it is almost impossible to navigate to the bar, order a drink, and get your drink in less than 20 minutes. Every time I have only gone for drinks with friends and it is always the same thing - fight for the attention of a bartender, wait 20 minutes for a drink, and then go outside away from the massive crowd circling the bar to enjoy your drink. This is the scenario up until probably midnight once the crowd dies down and everyone starts walking to "The Bar" to continue their drinking and dancing. Their 2 for 1 drink specials on well drinks is great, but not enough to entice me to continue to have to deal with the insane crowding. I've eaten here just once and the most memorable dish was their calamari. It was better than your typical calamari bar food.
(2)
Elena I.

Came here last night for dinner with the ladies since on Wednesday nights, ladies get half off all food items... Yes, you heard correctly, HALF OFF ALL FOOD ITEMS! Our server, Joel, was awesome! He was super attentive and incredibly patient. One of my friends didn't care for her mojito and he took it back immediately with no complaints. The food was soooo fresh! My tuna sashimi was the freshest I've had in a long time. It comes upon a seaweed salad that was very very good. The meatball appetizer melts in your mouth and the shrimp cocktail was delicious. They have happy hour until 9pm and we made it there about 5 minutes before 9. Joel was happy to rush in our drink orders... Another reason we loved him! The one thing I will say is that their wine selection isn't very good and a bit pricey considering the wine but if you go for happy hour, it's totally worth it!
(4)
Bruce J.

I used to happy hour a lot at the Tarpon Bend up in Fort Lauderdale, so decided to go here while in the Gables on business. Great burger for dinner, thoroughly enjoyed it, Bartender was excellent at service, very friendly and pleasant conversation, made us feel right at home. Sorry can't remember her name, but just a beautiful person, extremely pleasant. Food was very consistent with what I had enjoyed up in the Fort, so thumbs up on this place!
(4)
Micah J.

If you want to feel like a VIP, come to this place! The hosts will guide you to the best seat in the house and it just gets better from there! Try the oysters!
(5)
Vanessa R.

The Koren hanger steak is excellent and the kids meal chicken tenders is even enoughf an adult all white 100 percent chicken breast. Iam definitely comming back.
(4)
Tito F.

Delicious key lime pie. Perfect for an afternoon delight. Staff is friendly and prompt. Happy hours 3-7; 2-4-1.
(4)
Lizandra J.

This place is quite nice. Came here with friends and the happy hour mojitos were the bomb. It is noisy, to be honest if you go during happy hour, very noisy, but hey, Miami is noisy. the fish here is really good and service is great. I had the manager even come to the table with a free appetizer, and he was also really making sure all the tables were happy, I liked that. I will come back here for sure...do the same you guys!
(4)
Tony H.

I had brunch at Tarpon Bend on Miracle Mile a couple of weeks ago. Prior to that, I've eaten and had drinks here multiple times, but it had been a while (one or two years) since I was last there. So, this review will focus on my most-recent brunch experience. The location and layout of Tarpon Bend is phenomenal. It's right on Miracle Mile and has a semi-open layout facing the street, with the bar straddling the dining room on one side and Miracle Mile on the other. Interestingly, I'd say that the layout and high ceilings obscure the fact that the dining room is not as large as it seems. Anyhow, I arrived in the early afternoon with my wife and baby and, to our dismay, no tables were available inside. Seeing as the weather outside was sweltering hot, we were reluctant to eat on the outside terrace, but we were so hungry that we did. The outside terrace is relatively nice, tucked to the side of the restaurant perched under a massive, columned overhang of the surrounding building. In 90+ degree weather, though, it is baffling that they could not set up some outdoor fans (ideally with misters). Even in the shade of the overhang, it was uncomfortably hot and humid out there. If they did have fans, it might have actually been rather pleasant out there, especially since - during brunch - they had live music playing. In terms of the food quality (again, this was brunch), the best word that comes to mind is underwhelming. The spinach and artichoke dip we ordered was bland, overly watery, and not very hot by the time it made it out to us. The best part about it was the multi-colored tortilla chips that come with it (which, I presume, they don't make themselves). My main course was the salmon BLT off of the brunch menu. Again, underwhelming. The salmon was dry and the sandwich, as a whole, difficult/messy to eat. My wife ordered the Southwest Chicken Tortilla Salad. I didn't try it but my first impression of it was awe. It is gargantuan. In any event, my wife was not a fan. She had a hard time combing through all of the tortilla strips to get to the actual chicken and greens and, ultimately, left a lot of it behind. The quality of service that day was also dismal. Our waitress was kind enough, yes, but everything - including getting the check once it's been requested - took forever. Anyone who has had a toddler knows that when it's time to leave, it's time to go. It was frustrating waiting so long to pay. Now, there is one bright spot worth mentioning: I don't know if this is limited to brunch or extends beyond it but, while we there, Tarpon Bend was offering a bottle of Veuve Cliquot champagne for around $40 or $50 (I forget which). At any rate, not only is Veuve an excellent champagne but, at that price, it's a bargain. I've seen Veuve priced north of $50 in an actual wine store, so Tarpon is offering up a great deal. In closing: I know from previous visits that Tarpon is a solid place to watch a game and grab a burger and a beer with friends. If memory serves, their burgers are pretty good, actually. For brunch, though, I'd advise against it, especially if kids are involved.
(3)
Edwin P.

I came here last Friday for the first time as I've only been to the one on Himmarshee in Ft. Lauderdale. One of my coworkers told me I should try this one as it has a very good happy hour with the 2x1 until 10:00 pm, but warned me it gets pretty packed. As it was raining that evening, i figured it would not be as packed. When I drove by it in the middle of the rain, was I wrong... the place was JAM PACKED. Fortunately, parking is VERY CONVENIENT as it is right next door so when you get off the elevator you are right there. The bar was at least 3 deep full of people so it was kind of hard to be able to order but with some gentle shoving and excuse me's I was able to get to the bar while my friend and I waited for a table (30 minute wait); for the 2 for 1 you get a wood chip to redeem for the free drink (kept 4 of them for future use). When we sat down on the terrace down, we ordered the Szechuan Calamari and Fire-Grilled Shrimp. The shrimp was amazing, with just the right amount of spice that made it delicious and the calamari as well. I also ordered the Tarpon burger and my friend ordered the Asian tuna, which she loved. The only reason I don't give this place a higher rating is because the beer I ordered was lukewarm and my friend's drink was too watered down for her to enjoy. I would definitely come back, to try their mojitos Thursday.
(3)
John G.

The food just isn't that great. I never write a review based on one visit. I love the service which is hard to come by in Miami proper. However, the food just doesn't taste fresh. The chef will mingle once the rush dies down and ask how your food was, which I love, so it's a heart breaker to let him know it tastes like the "shit was thawed out on the fly under running water". Great place for drinks on Friday though, the entire Gables neighborhood gets dolled up and comes down.
(3)
Jean-Paul R.

I came here for lunch on Tuesday. I ordered the Dolphin Reuben with broccolini and a Lagunitas IPA. The beer and Reuben were delicious. The Reuben did have a bunch of onions and I love onions. The broccolini tasted good but it was drenched in butter. The place was kinda empty got lunch but I know it gets packed for happy hour. The bill did take a while to get to the table but I think it's because the servers were changing shifts (at lunch time???).
(3)
Eschel H.

Had a great dinner here last night with my family. The service was outstanding and food was quite good too. They were very accommodating to special requests and were very helpful in making sure everyone in the party was happy. They aren't the cheapest restaurant on the Mile, but not outrageously priced either. My personal highlight was the mahi sandwich.
(4)
Natalie G.

I love this place, and their staff is great especially DIANA VINALET, she was so helpful our first time there. If your in the mood for some real seafood or some after work drinks on the mile, this is the spot
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Jon M.

Tarpon Bend is just okay. Nothing special going on here. If you are looking for a good drinks spot, this is your place. The drinks are high-quality, not watered down, and are reasonably priced. Sit at the bar near the doors and you get a great breeze. TVs are right above the bar so it's perfect for catching the game (not a sports bar by any means though). The food is a bit of another story. The cuisine is Spanish/Asian seafood with some Continental chicken and beef choices. Dishes from szechuan shrimp to salmon burgers to baby back ribs are all permanent menu items. We had a party of 5 and sat in one of the larger booths near the bar so we could still see the TVs with the game on. My girlfriend and I decided to split the fish tacos and the smoked fish dip. The smoked fish dip was mediocre at best. There was very little fish flavor and tasted more like a veggie dip. The dip came with stale sesame crackers, carrot sticks, and celery. The carrots and celery were fresh, but forget about the sesame crackers. The fish tacos were decent (better than the "smoked fish dip"). Hard corn taco shells were loaded with guacamole, fried fish, sour cream, and salsa. I'd give those themselves 5 stars, but considered with the service (below) and the not-so-fish "smoked fish dip," I gotta go 2 stars overall. As an aside, one of the girls in our party spent the evening getting sick after eating the fish tacos. My girlfriend experienced similar later that evening as well. So maybe the fish tacos weren't so great... The service was odd. First, the waitress rattled off the specials like she was racing a clock on a game show. There must have been six different specials but she rattled them off so quickly in a slight Spanish accent that I had to tune out after the second one because I was getting a headache trying to listen. Who knows if any of them may have been better than the "smoked fish dip" because I would surely have been interested. Second, anytime one of us ordered another drink, it was at least 15 minutes until it came back from the bar. We had to ask the waitress more than once about the status of our drinks. We decided to time one of the beer refills: 23 minutes from ordering until it got to our table. That is just too long. No matter how busy the wait staff is (they were not busy this night; there was 8 tables in our section and only 4 of them had guests seated at any one time) twenty-three minutes is just too long. Third, anytime the waitress came to check on us, she would fold one of our napkins while she was standing there. Yes, take it from the table and fold it. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it's uncomfortable and awkward. I don't know, maybe it's just us, but this seemed very strange, almost like it was the waitresses nervous tick while having to talk to us or something. So in short, for drinks at the bar (where they serve them in under 23 minutes), this place is a must. For food, it's a glorified and more expensive Miller's Ale House. It seems like it desperately wants to be Hillstone or Seasons 52, but it has a long way to go. Service: forget it. If you are looking for a good middle-of-the-road meal in the Gables, go to Local, John Martin's, or Miller's.
(2)
Andrew L.

Great fried and battered snapper. Food and service was great. First time here but will definitely return. Desserts also very good especially the key lime pie. Place was empty for a Sunday night.
(5)
Christopher G.

I have had a few very good meals at Tarpon Bend, as well as some fine drinks and fun times here, but my last two experiences have left me with mixed feelings. On my last visit, I brought a friend visiting from NY that wanted to grab some FL seafood. We decided to split a few of the appetizers and sides so we could have a nice selection. The menu appeared to change a bit, focusing less on local seafood (Salmon, Corvina, Maine Lobster) and offering more non-seafood dishes. Service was informative and friendly and food came out relatively quick. I made a point of getting the smoked fish dip, as its a Florida specialty I wanted my friend to try, and we were not disappointed as I usually order this dish here. The calamari was also very tasty, lots of Asian flavors and spice. The shrimp margarita, a dish I had tried before and enjoyed, came out very lackluster, not much flavor, needed some salt, nothing really appetizing about it. The SD fish tacos also were just lacking flavor, the fish was bland and not many other flavors. The truffle mac and cheese was the biggest disappointment, as its now become a staple on many menus. It came out very boring, not tangy or salty nor very cheesy. Overall, the experience had some high points and the setting is very nice, but the flavor was just lacking. Prices are high so that shouldn't be an issue!
(3)
Jennifer M.

We had a group of 4 adults, 2 teens and a 9 year old. Service was fantastic until our food came, then our server seemed to disappear for awhile. Menu seemed quite over priced, but food was tasty (with one exception) and decent portions. I have to give 3 stars as the shrimp in my sandwich were so over cooked and tough, I couldn't bite through the piece of shrimp (without the bread). I actually had to use a knife to cut my shrimp, crazy for a seafood place. Everyone else loved and raved how delicious their food was. Key Lime Pie was fantastic!!
(3)
Cassie G.

Back before I was a "young professional" and surrounded myself with those who consider this a go-to happy hour spot, I liked this place. In fact, three years ago, I hosted my college graduation party here with six of my best friends including bottomless mojitos (yeah, you can guess how that ended). However, these days, it's just not working for me; not when there are other places to go in the Gables with better service, food and atmosphere. Every Friday, it's super crowded and your best bet is to find a spot on the bar and always make sure someone from your group doesn't let it go. That's not too fun. I recently went midweek for a more relaxed catch up with friends. Our waitress made no effort to disguise the fact she was absolutely miserable working that evening to the point where someone asked to change servers. While the new one was a bit more pleasant, it took asking three times and a 45 minute wait to get a measly glass of wine. The food to me is overpriced and simply not worth it. The calamari just tastes like fried pieces of batter with Asian sauce dumped on it, something I'd much rather eat via Chinese delivery. The spinach artichoke dip I tried on my last visit was super runny. I do remember having the smoked fish dip and fish tacos before that I didn't find too bad, but again, I've never left feeling like I'm getting the bang for my buck . Will I be back? Yep because I have 3 free drink chips from happy hours gone by sitting at the bottom of my purse. Will I imbibe on three mojitos and then continue onto somewhere else for a decent meal with staff that's genuinely happy to serve me? You betcha.
(2)
kat m.

Cannot beat their buy-one get-one-free happy hour. The food is pretty decent, though for a place named after a fish you would expect them to have more fish entrees.
(4)
Alisha R.

It was Friday night and I was looking for a place to meet some friends for a girls night. When we decided the gables, the first place that came to mind was Tarpon Bend. When we finally arrived (critical mass made traffic a critical mess) the place was slammed. I mean it's been a while since I've been here and I remember it being busy on Friday night but this was insane. Luckily one of the girls put us on the list for a table. The wait was about an hour and a crisis was avoided. Note to self always put yourself on the list for a table. Once we sat down we wasted no time ordering libations offer their cocktail speciality list. Between all of us we almost tried all of them and enjoyed them all. For food we had the spinach artichoke dip, my recommendation is skip this one. It was bland and a small portion. We also had the calamari which was delish. It was lightly fried with a sweet chile sauce, topped with peanut and perfect size portion to split with the table. To top things off we went with the oyster shooters. We ordered have with a grey goose floater and half without. Wow, this was my first real oyster shooter and my only description of the experience (yes it was an experience) is intense! I actually found the ones with the vodka better. It was kind of like a strong Bloody Caesar. The ones with out the vodka had way too much cocktail sauce and were difficult to down. Despite the tasty food and drinks what really keeps this place poppin is their happy hour specials. The purchase of premium well drinks, certain beers and wines and the cocktail specialty menu all get a token. The token is good for another drink of your choice. My favorite part is if you don't use all your tokens you can take them home and bring them back next week. Leftover tokens or not you will want to comeback.
(4)
Rebecca G.

OK y'all, get this the food is amazing!!! Everything was delicious but service, wow! Not good. Waited an hour to get my bill and then about another 30min or so to get it back. Mind you, I was in a big party of 15 people, but it shouldn't have been that bad. What I recommend: Appetizers: Fish dip simple and sophisticated. calamari wow it was fire. Sea food fettuccine. You have to be willing to explore because it is not like your usual fettuccine. Enjoy my YELPies. 4 star because of the food.
(4)
Anna D.

I normally go here for their mojito Thursdays where all mojitos at $3.50. They make the best blackberry mojitos plus all kinds of other flavors. There bar menu is a bit limited so I normally eat before going there but I've had a few items and they're were good but pricey
(4)
Alden K.

Mediocre food, great drinks and a full house is often what I've found here. The ambiance is great and the location is nice on the Mile. It's been here for years and the Mile really needs something like this. But the food is just mediocre. But, it's hard to not find something tasty on the menu. The portions could be bigger, but they do have some nice specials. Wednesdays has some nice ladies specials on food. This place is worth checking out.
(3)
Sean B.

Great seafood, it's my that cheap but is very good, what they have is that is cheap is there happy hour which is two for ones with there late happy hour and have everything from liquor to beer, with a very lively crowd.
(4)
Carlos D.

Had the seafood sampler and it was a great selection.I wish I had taken a picture...the wine that was recommended was nota great selection but the food was on point every time, great happy hour place and lively environment....
(3)
Yany R.

I was there last night for Happy Hour with friends, this was my 3rd visit to Tarpon Bend. I was very happy to hear they had happy hour until 10 pm and that the drinks were buy 1 get 1 (certain drinks ) if you don't drink both drinks you get a free drink token for next time which is AWESOME! The main reason why I wanted to write this review was because I had a GREAT dinning experience because of our server *****Jophiel**** HE WAS THE BEST! Jophiel was fast, very nice, made great recommendations and was just the BEST SERVER I'VE HAD IN MIAMI IN YEARS! he definitely made our dinning experience a wonderful one. 2 of my friends and myself wrote a comment on the receipt and on the comment card however I wanted to give Jophiel additional recognition since he was definitely the BEST!!!!
(5)
Jessica A.

I've come here again and again for happy hour, it's great! Their 2 for 1 drinks specials is what keeps this place busy on a Friday night! I finally came on a weekday and had dinner for the first time. My server was extremely polite and attentive throughout dinner. He was filled with suggestions and was quick to suggest his favorite dish. I ordered the shrimp arugula salad and it was yummy! It had mushrooms and peppers, and lots of flavor! I am not usually a salad girl, but this left me satisfied! Definitely going to order it again! The spinach dip and chips was okay, a little overpriced, to be honest. It tends to be pretty crazy during happy hour on Friday's, so get there early!
(4)
Hanne A.

Brunch review: probably one of the most delicious brunches I've had in a while. First any place with bottomless mimosas, bloodies and other drinks already is a thumbs up for me. Not only is it bottomless but you can also switch around your drink so you don't get tired of drinking the same thing. I had the vegan and omg it was so delicious I forgot it was actually healthy. Highly recommend this option even if you are not trying to be healthy it's so well made you won't even notice. Definitely coming back for brunch again.
(5)
Christian R.

Great food and drinks. The service is also great. The owner, Wayne, and his manager, Chris, are really nice guys. Its a great place for lunch. However, if you don't like crowds, then don't venture here on Friday evenings--it gets really packed.
(4)
Sabryna L.

To start off here, I ordered the Hanger steak which came with a side of mashed potatoes which came out to be $24 without tax and tip. I thought the food was good and a decent sized portion, and the servers were nice. However, I went with a larger group of people - which I can understand may throw some people off. However, my group was pretty much the only customers in the restaurant, aside from 3 or 4 other people. We had to wait so long for everything.... Time passed by, and we were all lingering and lookinf around. Nearly 40 minutes for them to ring us all up (this doesn't include the time to even get the bill... this is JUST for the waitress to charge us all, after she had our credit cards). $24 for a meal screams high end restaurant to me, yet the service and quality does not reflect the service of a high end restaurant. As for the decor, it was a nice looking restaurant that had a cosy feeling but sophisticated. There were just minor things that bugged me, such as the booth we were sitting in had some holes in it like someone dug their finger into it, or the wood having holes in it. Which again, you wouldn't really expect from a place that is charging $24 for a meal.
(2)
Ismiray G.

Best happy hour around! Seasoned Dj, delicious food, melting pot of people. It's the place to go on Friday for drinks and then stay- have some dinner- you will not be disappointed ! - tip; must try calamari , truffle mac and cheese , steak - yumm!! Oh! Sweet potato fries :)
(5)
Vanessa V.

2x1 drinks until 10pm?! I'm there! This place gets really packed on weekends after 6, but it has a nice ambiance, delicious cocktails, and good bar food. The oyster shooters were very good. The bartenders were all nice, good service. I want to come back and sit inside to try more things from the restaurant's menu.
(3)
Desiree A.

Great food and service! Went with a group on Sunday. Had the shrimp sandwich with sweet potato fries. Yummy. And a margarita with raspberry and lots of limes! Super tart for me but my friend loved hers. Also tried the calamari. The appetizer serving was huge and very yummy. Not too spicy. The server was great. Very patient with our party of 7 women. They even had bug spray for outside.
(4)
Jonathan P.

This place gets 5 stars for 2 reasons. 1. Shrimp margarita 2. Tuna burger. There really isn't much more to say. They are simply perfect. The tuna burger has a taste of almost meat, a hint of Tuna flavor and a texture of a perfect medium burger. Order it medium rare
(5)
Joseph B.

Very cozy trendy and large food portions. Meat market yuppie watering hole during week nights
(4)
Jackie S.

Christmas break has given me the opportunity to explore new happy hour locations. On my top 5 list is Tarpon Bend. Is it Thursday? Then head over for $3.50 mojito madness!!! And here's the kicker their actually good!!! Legitimately yummy minty muddled thirst quenching goodness! Not Thursday?? Turn that frown upside down, they have a regular 3-9 happy hour, fun out door seating and lots of table size appetizers.
(4)

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Address : 65 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL, 33134
Phone (305) 444-3210
Website https://www.tarponbend.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:30 am - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Tarpon Bend

65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

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Sides $3

Desserts $6.25

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