Black Rock Bar & Grill - Tampa

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   Cheryl

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Our Server Tineecia was amazing and outstanding. Very attentive and made our experience great. Food was amazing as always. I gave 3 stars on ambiance because wasn’t overly impressed with the small back room we sat in. Reminds me of just a plain small overflow conference room. The main dining in Restaurant is very nice and ambiance much better and inviting and more open. Black Rock is one of my favorite places to dine.
   

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   Taylor

   Denver

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   I’ve been fortunate enough to dine at countless restaurants all over the country, but tonight’s experience was by far the worst service I’ve ever encountered in my life. It was so bad, in fact, that it completely ruined my father-in-law’s birthday celebration, a day that should have been filled with joy and laughter, not frustration and disappointment. From the moment we walked in, things went south. We were greeted by an indifferent host who took forever to seat us, despite there being several empty tables. Once seated, we waited nearly 15 minutes before anyone acknowledged our presence, and when they finally did, it was with an attitude of complete indifference. The server barely made eye contact, and when they did speak, it felt like we were bothering them. Took 30 minutes total before drinks were on the table and we were putting in appetizers. What should have been a happy night ended in disappointment and frustration. Needless to say, we will never be returning. If I could give zero stars, I would. This experience was not just bad—it was truly the worst I’ve ever had, and it has left a lasting sour taste. Food was average. The experience of cooking on the rock was the best part. And it wasn’t even that great because the whole place smells like a grease fire. Lol I’m usually positive.. but I think bad experiences need to be noted also. Thanks!
   

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   Matthew

   Louisville

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   The whole “cook your own $40 steak on a VERY hot rock” thing was wild. We weren’t looking to do that, especially with the price of the steak. The food was good though, service was stretched thin but nice and helpful when possible. The pretzel fondue was delicious.
   

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   Rachel

   VIP

   Tampa

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great meal here! Everything was delicious. We came from Georgia for the holidays and were so glad we were able to come back here .worth every penny
   

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   Heather

   Tampa

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   My husband really enjoyed the steak medallions and the experience of cooking at the table was nice. I ordered the stir fry and it just didn’t taste fresh, and there was just too much sauce. I was also expecting bigger pieces of shrimp.
   

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   Brittany

   Treasure Coast

   25 reviews

   4.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Post- football game dining in Tampa. Smoky upon entering, naturally. Fairly casual atmosphere and service. Our waiter was very kind, seemed newer to the establishment. Food was tasty, cooking on the stone is a fun experience for the family. Quality was decent - not gourmet, but not TGI Fridays.
   

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   Jasmine

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 20, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We arrived when they first opened, the food was amazing, service was spectacular, I will be back!
   

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   Michael

   New York City

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall a great dinner for 5 people, and very memorable.
   

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   Sonia

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience. Server was very knowledgeable and honest. Good was also delicious!
   

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    Christopher

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Steak and apps were amazing. Tyler was a great server and the owner even came over to see how our experience was. Highly recommended
    

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