Hosted by Bern’s Steak House, the annual Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot week of whiskey dinners is one of Tampa’s most sought-after experiences. Tickets go on sale this Saturday, October 3, beginning at 10 am, and each night is expected to sell out fast.
The much-ballyhooed six-day event takes place November 9-14. Each day brings a new whiskey dining experience, as the themed dinners showcase a specific whiskey brand. The experience includes a dinner pairing and multiple pours of rare and high end whiskeys, with the tastings guided by experts. Tickets will be available here, through the Laxer Family Foundation Eventbrite page. If interested, we strongly recommend securing yours Saturday morning as soon as they go online. Individual dinner reservation pages linked below.
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Proceeds from Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot benefit veterans through the Laxer Family Foundation. In addition to the dinner series, Bern’s will host an auction throughout the week. The restaurant is keeping most of the auction items a surprise but did announce item: a trip to bourbon country to select your own barrel of whiskey.
The whiskey-focused dining experience is one of Tampa’s most popular annual events, and the rush for tickets always moves fast.
“Every year, we challenge ourselves to make Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot something truly special, and the caliber of this year’s lineup speaks for itself,” said David Laxer, owner of Bern’s Steak House. “To bring this collection of whiskey producers and experiences together over six nights is incredibly exciting, but the purpose behind the week remains what matters most. We’re proud to create memorable experiences for our guests while supporting Operation Healing Forces and the Navy SEAL Foundation and the important work they do for our veteran community.”
You can book your tickets beginning at 10 am on October 3 through the Eventbrite page. Here are the individual Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot dinner experiences, provided by Bern’s.
Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot dinners
- Booker’s Dinner: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, 6:00pm ($425 per person, sold in groups of two)
- The 10th anniversary celebration begins with an intimate Booker’s whiskey pairing dinner in the Bern’s Rhone Room. Eighth-generation Beam Distiller Freddie Noe will lead guests on a journey through Booker’s Reserve 2024, 2025, and 2026, alongside Little Book The Infinite I and III, which are rare expressions thoughtfully selected and presented by Freddie himself. Each pour will be paired with an exquisite culinary experience crafted by Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt and the Bern’s culinary team, followed by a decadent finale from Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
- Willett Dinner: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, 6:00pm ($425 per person, sold in groups of two)
- The celebration continues with a dedicated Willett dinner in Bern’s Bordeaux Room. All of the Willett dinners hosted at Bern’s have been special, but this one carries a unique significance with fifth-generation Master Distiller Drew Kulsveen joining for the evening. Alongside Bern’s Selects “Bern’s Has Your Six” 9-Year Bourbon and “Tactical Parking” 15-Year Bourbon, Drew and Barrel Program Manager Ethan Warneck have selected three rare expressions: a 12-Year Bourbon (B#1992), an 18-Year Bourbon (B#1220), and an 11-Year Rye (B#2383). To complement these exceptional pours, Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt, alongside the Bern’s culinary team, will present a series of savory courses, followed by an exquisite dessert from Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas. An extraordinary lineup of Willett whiskey, thoughtfully paired cuisine, and an opportunity to share the evening with one of Kentucky’s most celebrated distilling families will make for a dinner not to be missed. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
- Rare Character Dinner: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, 6:00pm ($375 per person, sold in groups of two)
- Rare Character takes center stage for the third evening of Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot with an intimate dinner in Bern’s Harry Waugh Room led by Pablo Moix. This special dinner features Rare Character Bern’s 70th Anniversary Curated Batch & Commander’s Club, Brook Hill 17 Year, Old Cassidy, and Black Maple Hill 11 Year Rye—each brought to life through dynamic dishes by Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt and Bern’s culinary team. Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas will bring the evening to a showstopping sweet finish. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
- Garrison Brothers Dinner: Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, 6:00pm ($400 per person, sold in groups of two)
- The series continues Thursday with a Garrison Brothers dinner in Bern’s Harry Waugh Room. Garrison Brothers Master Distiller, Donnis Todd may be new to Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot, but he’s no stranger to Bern’s. Over the years, Donnis has guided Bern’s through some remarkable single-barrel selections, and now he’s returning to lead guests through his latest handiwork. Guests will taste an exceptional lineup, including Cask Strength “Lady Bird,” “Balmorhea,” Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry cask finishes, and the rare Limited Edition “Sonora.” Each pour will be thoughtfully paired with a tailored savory menu created by Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt and the entire culinary team, culminating in a signature sweet creation from Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
- WhistlePig Boss Hog Dinner: Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, 6:00pm ($425 per person, sold in groups of two)
- WhistlePig takes over Bern’s Table for the first of two consecutive evenings, beginning with an intimate dinner centered around Boss Hog. Watching a distiller step into a role and truly make it their own is something special. As Research & Development Distiller at WhistlePig, Mitch Mahar has established himself as one of the most innovative and artful figures in whiskey today. Mitch will lead guests on an immersive journey beginning with The Spirit of Mauve and continuing through Siren’s Song, The Juggernaut, and Feather & Flame, culminating in the highly anticipated new release, The Golden Pharaoh. To complement the creativity in the glass, Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt and his team will present a thoughtfully curated series of savory plates, followed by a standout sweet creation from Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
- WhistlePig Bern’s Private Selects Dinner: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 6:00pm ($375 per person, sold in groups of two)
- Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot culminates Saturday with a second WhistlePig experience at Bern’s Table, this time highlighting Bern’s Private Selects and bringing the six-night celebration to a close. Mitch Mahar will lead a special tasting featuring Bern’s Selects 15-Year Rye, alongside 12-Year Bespoke finishes in Coconut, Pineau des Charentes, and Mezcal. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of “Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot,” the lineup will also feature Bern’s first Bespoke Madeira/Port blend, originally crafted in 2016. Guests will enjoy thoughtfully designed culinary pairings from Chef de Cuisine Brent Hunt and the Bern’s culinary team, while Pastry Chef Hannah Thomas brings the week to a sweet finish, making for a memorable finale to an exceptional week of whiskey. For additional menu details, please visit this dinner’s Eventbrite page here.
