Bern’s Steak House Takes Over Reverence at Epicurean Atlanta
“A Rare & Well-Done Experience” brings Tampa’s legendary steakhouse to Midtown Atlanta for one night only, Oct. 7
ATLANTA, Ga. (Sept. 8, 2025) – Reverence, the signature restaurant at Midtown’s Epicurean Atlanta hotel, will host a once-in-a-lifetime dining event this fall as Tampa’s world-renowned Bern’s Steak House takes over the kitchen for a single evening. Bern’s Steak House Takeover at Reverence: A Rare & Well-Done Experience will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, showcasing Bern’s iconic dry-aged steaks, award-winning wine program, and acclaimed dessert offerings in a multi-course menu paired with rare vintages.
Recognized by the MICHELIN Guide and celebrated worldwide for its 500,000-bottle wine collection, legendary dry-aging program, and famed Harry Waugh Dessert Room, Bern’s will bring its culinary team to Atlanta for this exclusive event. Following the takeover, Reverence will offer two Bern’s Features on its menu Oct. 8-9, available while supplies last.
“While the takeover is just for a limited time, Epicurean Atlanta and its sister property, Epicurean Tampa, were both born from a shared vision between Mainsail Lodging & Development and Bern’s Steak House,” said Joe Collier, President and Founder of Mainsail Lodging & Development. “This partnership inspired the creation of immersive, culinary-driven hotels where connoisseurs of life can celebrate the world’s flavors. We’re thrilled to spotlight that original connection and give Atlantans the chance to experience Bern’s Steak House firsthand.”
The takeover will feature Bern’s acclaimed team guiding guests through the experience:
• David Laxer, Owner/President – sharing the rich history and enduring legacy of Bern’s
• Chad Johnson, Executive Chef – a two-time James Beard semifinalist leading the culinary showcase
• Brad Dixon, Head Sommelier – pairing rare bottles from Bern’s legendary cellar
• Hannah Thomas, Pastry Chef – presenting a Valrhona Chocolate Tart with Bern’s famous macadamia ice cream
“Bern’s Steak House has always been about more than a meal; it’s about creating an unforgettable experience around the table,” said Laxer. “Bringing that spirit to Atlanta through our partnership with Epicurean feels like a natural extension of the tradition my parents began. We’re honored to share a taste of our heritage with Reverence’s guests.”
Guests will begin with a Bourbon Praline Welcome Cocktail made with Bern’s Select Weller Antique 107° Bourbon, followed by a seated menu including:
• Imperial Osetra Caviar with lobster and crème fraiche, paired with Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve Champagne
• Dry-Aged Chateaubriand Carpaccio with French onion gastrique, paired with 1985 Cairanne, Vidal Fleury
• Dry-Aged Colorado Lamb with port wine cream, paired with 1995 Ducru Beaucaillou St. Julien
• Tasting of Aged Strip Steaks with traditional garnishes, paired with 2013 Frias Vineyards Cabernet Bern’s Wine Fest Cuvee Napa
• Valrhona Chocolate Tart with macadamia ice cream, paired with 1970 Quinta Do Noval Porto
The Bern’s Steak House Takeover at Reverence: A Rare & Well-Done Experience begins at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Seats are extremely limited and priced at $375 per person, available online.
For those unable to attend, Reverence will offer two Bern’s Features Oct. 8–9:
• NY Strip with creamed Swiss chard, salt-baked celeriac, roasted bone marrow, and brûléed onion jus ($84)
• Aged Delmonico with duck-fat pommes Pont Neuf, foraged chanterelle mushrooms, and black garlic demi-glace ($160)
Dinner reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made online.
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About Reverence
Named for a deep respect for the beauty and flavor of nature’s ingredients, Reverence is a showcase of culinary craftsmanship, enhanced by a sommelier-selected wine list. A dazzling show kitchen allows guests to appreciate the skill of the culinary team as they artfully weave the best of the Southeast’s fresh coastal seafood, heritage meats, and market-fresh produce into seasonally inspired creations. The bar offers a wide selection of wines and spirits, local craft beers, and handcrafted cocktails by expertly trained mixologists. Featuring a lively outdoor patio, Reverence is located on the hotel’s first floor, offering a modern vibe blending refinement and comfort. Winner of Wine Spectator’s prestigious 2024 Award of Excellence, this Midtown hot spot serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with weekly specials such as Wine Down Wednesday. For more information, visit ReverenceAtlanta.com.
About Bern’s Steak House
Recognized internationally for its vast wine collection, dry-aged steaks, and famous dessert room, Bern’s Steak House offers a world-class dining experience in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1956 by Bern and Gert Laxer, today, son David Laxer continues the tradition of excellence, with a gastronomic adventure that includes an array of caviar, fresh seafood, and prime 100-day dry-aged steaks cut to order. Bern’s has earned recognition from the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, underscoring its status as a leader in the culinary world. The iconic restaurant is also home to the world’s largest private wine collection of more than 500,000 bottles, complemented by a remarkable whiskey program. The collection earned them the James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Wine Program Award in 2016. Additionally, in 2014 Bern’s was named an Outstanding Restaurant semi-finalist – one of 20 in the country, and Executive Chef Chad Johnson has twice been a semi-finalist for Best Chef: South by James Beard. Johnson also helms the kitchen of Bern’s culinary-adventurous concept, Haven. The Bern’s experience culminates with a trip to the Harry Waugh Dessert Room. Located upstairs, with booths nestled in antique wine casks, guests can indulge in decadent cheeses, sipping whiskeys or aged cognacs, and desserts handmade with the finest ingredients. For more information, visit BernsSteakHouse.com.
About Epicurean Atlanta
An immersive, culinary-driven hotel in the heart of Midtown, Epicurean Atlanta celebrates all the wonderful flavors that life has to offer. Guests will find inspiration behind elevated experiences that span culinary enrichment to impeccable hospitality. Epicurean Atlanta is the second location of the Epicurean Hotel brand, the first of which was a collaboration between Mainsail Lodging & Development and the legendary Bern’s Steak House in Tampa, FL. Founded in 1956 by husband-and-wife restaurateurs Bern and Gert Laxer, Bern’s Steak House is world-renowned for their exceptional cuisine, use of fresh, quality ingredients, and their extensive wine cellar featuring more than half a million bottles. Epicurean Atlanta is a natural extension of this commitment to excellence, creating a fully immersive experience that celebrates the teaching of its namesake, Epicurus. Inspired by urban chic design elements and modern styles, Epicurean Atlanta boasts 178-guest rooms, including 22 spacious suites that give way to its sleek allure. Offering three on-site restaurants – Reverence, Aerial Kitchen & Bar and The Office Bar – each concept summons the curious and captivates the senses in distinctly different ways. Travelers will be whisked away by the hotel’s amenities, including the Sky Terrace and its sweeping views, the gorgeous events lawn, and the innovative Epicurean Theatre where guests will watch, listen, and learn from a curated lineup of incredible chefs, winemakers, mixologists, and artists. Epicurean Atlanta is a member of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection. For more information, go to EpicureanHotelAtlanta.com, or follow on Instagram, X and Facebook.
About Mainsail Lodging & Development
Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award-winning, Tampa, Florida-based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Founded by President Joe Collier with a combination of daring vision and dogged determination, Mainsail has built an impressive portfolio of top-branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz-era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail’s newest brand, provides short-term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private vacation homes in Florida and the Caribbean. To ensure long-term success and profitability, Mainsail relies on the dedication of its high-performing associates, a growing group of enterprising investors, and a commitment to giving back, every step of the way. MainsailHotels.com.
About Autograph Collection® Hotels
Autograph Collection Hotels advocates for the original, championing the individuality of each of its over 330 independent hotels located in the most desirable destinations across more than 50 countries and territories. Each hotel is a product of passion, inspired by a clear vision, soul, and story that makes it individual and special: Exactly Like Nothing Else. Hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality, Autograph Collection properties offer rich immersive moments that leave a lasting imprint. For more information, please visit Autographhotels.com, and explore on social via Instagram, X, and Facebook to be inspired by immersive moments that are #ExactlyLikeNothingElse. Autograph Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.