The Taurus left me and my group of four disappointed. We settled at an outside table and ended up with two different servers, neither of whom seemed to know much about the menu or what we'd ordered. It got to the point where half of us were ordering inside to order drinks at the bar because service was... no bueno. We were trying to order a variety of drinks (opting for house runs and coconut shrimp and fries) and later realized that whiskey is The Taurus' bread and butter, so maybe don't skip this spot if you're looking for anything else. The inside is loud, and there's both a back patio area and a front patio area including seating inside at high top tables. Overall the experience wasn't for us. read more

The service was lovely and the bartenders was super cool! Very collage vibes and feels very homie like a little house haha. They also offer us food but we only stopped by to get a drink and they were a little on the expensive side but we're good and had a great time! They have some games like dominos, chess, checkers, and Jenga. Fun cute little bar right in Coconut Groove! read more

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Very cool bar in a less populated part of the Grove. It's one of the oldest bars in Miami and has a very local Florida feel. Inside you can sot at the bar or at one of the window high tables. There are tables out front, but there is also a back patio with a pool table. There seems to always be something going on here. On Thursdays they have free comedy shows with tons of performers starting a little after 8 pm. When I went, some were better than others, but there are different people every week and it's cool to see comedians at different levels trying out material in this intimate setting. The beer selection is great and there are also some good bar bites. I recommend the fried cheese bits with spicy guava sauce. read more

The Taurus - Spicy guava quesito bites - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Came to try this Philippine inspired cheesesteak. I think this was a great way of incorporating the Philippine culinary into a traditional cheese steaks. The service here is pretty good and the ambiance is similar to that of a dive bar. read more

The Taurus - Philippine cheese steak - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

How have I not noticed the historical significance of this establishment? I pride myself on knowing ALL the hidden gems and yet this one missed me. Like me you probably walk on by However, this spot should be loved and appreciated. It has sadly been on the chopping block SO many times, it is sad. This is a gem of old begone days. The structure is all wood, cozy, historical and intimate. They even have a stone fireplace. God help us if this goes the way The old Playhouse has, and gets abandoned, derelict or knocked down. In its time it has been various things - a cottage, a tearoom and gift shop, a tearoom, a steak restaurant and now a pub! Here is some history about the place - It was originally built as a cottage in 1920, as part of the estate of The barnacle, owned by the Coconut Grove pioneer Ralph Munroe (1851 - 1933). He built it to be used as a social club and he called it The Tea Chest. From 1921 to 1923, it operated as such and was run by Munroe's daughter Patty (1900 - 1991) and Alice Ayars, a ceramicist. It was also known as Patty's Tea-chest and gift shop. Then two years later in 1923 it operated as La Casita Tea Room & Gift shop and was owned by Grace and Bob Ousley. They were known for their ice box pudding. This establishment ran for decades and apparently used to serve liquor in fine China teacups during Prohibition. It was also known for their Southern style cooking. In 1969 it was sold again and opened up as The Taurus Steakhouse, offering steaks of course. According to my research an older Coconut Grove female local said Taurus was once known as Coconut Grove's most legendary and oldest watering hole. She remembers the place when it was new, when the bar was wood and covered in an inch of clear polyurethane, when people played backgammon in a room at the rear and when she would make spiral designs with a credit card in the little piles of white powder on the bar after hours. Apparently, these indulgences happened in the 1970's. Boy, if these walls could talk! So? I went in for a gander and ended up chatting to the knowledgeable Scot who works there. He said there are various rooms under the wooden structure. He told me even to this day he has some people coming in asking for the steak! They now deal mainly in pints, trivia nights and have stand-up comedy nights on Thursdays. Surely now I have piqued your interest. Folks SHOULD protect, honour and enjoy such historical local businesses. So, if you go, hit me up and I might join you for the Comedy evening. Also, IF YOU DO GO, please jot me a line and let me know your thoughts. From their website - TUESDAY TRIVIA 8:30 p.m. TUESDAY BINGO Late night WEDNESDAY VIDEO GAMES 8:30 p.m. THURSDAY COMEDY 8:00 p.m. read more

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Worst service. They took my $40 dollar bourbon pour before I was done. The woke waitress told me it wasn't her fault she took a drink that wasn't finished. Bar manager too scared to provide good customer service and make things right. I paid my bill and will never return. To come insult you after they admitted guilt was the worst experience I've had. Unless you want to be mistreated do not visit this establishment. read more

Everytime I come in, I am dissatisfied with the service. They are quite rude and dismiss you if you aren't fast enough to know what to order while you have already waited 15 minutes to get attended. For such a low populated bar, you would expect more down to earth people. read more

I gave this bar two chances and regretted both. The bartenders were consistently rude and unprofessional. The first time, I was refused service because they wouldn't accept my passport as valid ID. The second time, the bartender was visibly annoyed that the bar was busy and skipped over us while ordering simply because we asked what beers were available. I won't be back. Plenty of better bars in the area that actually know how to treat customers. read more

The Taurus used to be called the Taurus Steakhouse in the 70s. People would come here for top quality meat selections seared and prepared to perfection. Fast-forward 50 years and this place is practically a dive bar. TV screens everywhere, very loud, mediocre food menu.Mostly beers and deep fried stuff. We didn't order anything, so I can't comment on the service but if you just wanna get drunk and then party on that and coconut Grove, this is probably an OK place. Sorry, no pics. You'll have to see for yourself. read more

This place used to have good food, now you just get $6 fries that are way less than you would get in a McDonald's. Your next best option is a plain cheeseburger that is $15. Used to be good now overpriced for some mediocre options read more

LOVE this bar!! Especially trivia Tuesdays with Andy!!! He cracks me up! Also get the frita!

Taurus brands themselves as the best trivia night in Miami and based on my experience so far this is actually true. The vibe is fun and divey and the food is good, plus the trivia is challenging and fun. Makes for a nice night all around! Trivia is on Tuesdays. We didn't get there early enough and had to sit at the bar but it was fine. They have a fun mix of audio rounds, buzzer rounds, video rounds, and the like. It's honestly pretty competitive and hard but in a really fun way. Not a ton of vegetarian options on the menu but we enjoyed our dinner. The pineapple pizza was quite good and the chocolate dessert we had was delicious. Much better than I expected given the divey vibes. I believe they also have happy hour offerings but you need to get there a little early. read more

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As a Miami native, I have no idea how I'd never been to this spot, but I'd been curious to try Masa Craft's dishes and decided to check them out. I arrived with my group during happy hour around 5:45 and at first glance this place was cozy with a fireplace going and plenty of seating - I could really sense the age of the building (probably in part due to the slight essence of ammonia cleaning products). There were tv's playing college sports at a low volume and a somewhat decent playlist going. The waiters had a contemptuous vibe but were attentive. The Masa Craft dishes did not disappoint - the lumpia was perfection!! However, the service transition once it hit 7 pm was massively off-putting. The music stopped and the games were full volume. The new waiter forgot to bring my drink and I'd see them coming around with this look like they remembered but hoped I had forgotten. They then gave a friend trouble for not getting her second round of HH drinks that she was owed which was buy one get one. The waiter said "you had to order your second before it turned 7", but it's just bad service to not honor the promotion. Whatever the case, they did not make it implicitly clear beforehand that the second drink needed to be ordered by the end of happy hour. From what my group experienced, I likely wouldn't return due to the attitude of the staff, but I would definitely go to another pop-up for Masa Craft if they opened elsewhere. I'd say order takeout if you can and save yourself the unpleasant treatment. Side note: There are signs everywhere regarding ID's and they seem to be very strict about it so don't forget your wallet at home! read more

i've never been to taurus before. i came for the food, masa craft. i am a loyal follower of the delicious food these guys make. i came here to support them on their first night out. i wish i could order everything off the menu, i've had everything numerous times throughout their other pop-ups and different locations. i dont drink but im gonna order a la tropical beer. their croquettes are the best in miami. their wings are brutally good. their cheesesteaks are my favorite and these guys serve my favorite burger i've ever had. everyone should finish off their meal with their dessert ridiculously good unfortunately, the cheesesteak did not last enough time to take a photo. i can't wait to come back and bring my family. read more

The Taurus - Schwing Wings -guava, buffalo, Sriracha blend - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Known as the oldest establishment, I was looking forward to coming here. Never again. Were here with my friend and left kinda dissapointed. Our waitress was a complete airhead who had zero care for our order. After waiting 40 minutes for 3 beers, we saw her sitting inside watching a football game...had to ask several times for our drinks. Then when we asked for dessert, she said kitchen was closed and closed at 10. We never knew that and she said, "The other server asked if you needed anything." Sorry. We don't read minds. Horrible service. She took too long but when it came to the check, she made sure she was available right away. How ironic. Food was ok but I wouldn't say it was amazing. Wings were rubbery. Caesar salad had a weird taste. Pizza was no cheese and lots of dough. This place needs to step it up. However, I will pass on coming here again read more

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Great bar with good pricing and a nice part of Miami. Really enjoyed the trivia night they host every Tuesday.

Been on our list for a while sense moving to the grove, and it didn't disappoint. We went mainly for drinks but I ordered the burger and it was solid. I think the staff and service pushed it over the top. read more

The Taurus - Butter burger - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Ah yes, one of my favorite local "watering holes." Taurus is nice and versatile, it can be someone's go-to spot to grab some drinks with coworkers or even the perfect nicely dimmed first date outing. It's always a good night when you make it to Taurus. I'll keep it short and sweet; the drinks are fantastic, the service is friendly, they offer weekly events ranging from comedy open mic to industry night, and the food is delicious. If you're looking for a place to go, look no further. read more

The Taurus - Smoked fish dip - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

We were very exited to come here considering its history. Nope! Never again! The cleaning products they use make the place smells like a urinal cake and the drinks are $25 a pop plus tip. Not worth it... read more

The pandemic most certainly cannot keep folks from supporting local businesses and enjoying cocktails. I have loved Taurus as one of Miami's longest standing no-frills watering holes for decades, and now I am happy to report they are offering curbside happy hour. I visited over the weekend and enjoyed a punch, and a few beers. The folks working the bar are safe, and they also are very strict when it comes to making sure folks follow the rules they put in place to maintain proper social distancing while you order. They're also friendly af, too! I love that visiting one of the spots I used to go to frequently still gives me the same sense of comfort as it did pre-pandemic. I also love that they have adapted to offer their guests something fun during this time. Dive bar to go- I'll take it! The best way to follow their pop up news is via IG- they post special menus and announcements on the daily. Cheers! read more

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Bar was dead and it makes sense. Not welcoming...Rude bartender and server. Terrible service! Took my party of 9 next door to green street and had a great time! My money wasn't good here I guess.. next! read more

So my sister & I went back to Taurus today and had the worst experience ever. From beginning to end it was awful. The male server with the spiked hair acted as if he didn't see us at the table and ignored us for a while. Then we were finally able to order. When our burgers came out they were really salty and burnt. Then when I showed the the 15% discount through Yelp they said they didn't know anything about it and couldn't do it. Then it took a while yo grt our tab that we had to ask for several times. Service & food was not worth the money this time. So sad because we really liked this place. read more

We stopped here on a Monday evening to grab an after dinner drink. We'd never been to The Taurus, though this (primarily whiskey) bar had been on my list to try for a while, and it's supposedly been around as a drinking establishment in one fashion or another for nearly a century. We had a seat at the bar and I ordered the bees knees while my husband had a moose juice, which is The Taurus' rendition of the infamous drink from a now shuttered nearby bar called Mr. Moe's (RIP) that tasted pretty spot on to me and is served in the same oversized clear containers that Mr. Moe's once served moose juice in when that place was still hopping. Both our drinks were well made and since we'd stopped here during happy hour, both were priced at only $9 each, or less than $20 for 2 well-poured cocktails (and the moose juice is VERY large) before gratuity. Main reasons for only giving this place 3 stars (which means "OK" on Yelp's scale) is that, with so many whiskeys displayed on multiple shelves that run the full length of the bar, their "featured cocktail" section of the menu is surprisingly small. I really expected it to be larger with some more creative options. Also, when we arrived, the lone bartender (bald guy with a beard), seemed to be in a crappy mood and when we asked a few questions, he basically shot back with short, somewhat curt answers and acted like we were an irritation to him, though he only had 1 other customer there when we arrived. Definitely not a warm welcome to a bar we were otherwise excited to try. read more

Had a simple beer on the patio after the comedy show. Great atmosphere and quick service!

After our last Sunday brunch of the year, we strolled over to Taurus Whisky bar (owned by the same owner as Areite). Good ambience for a whiskey bar, quaint wood interior. It was quite crowded when we arrived and I believe there were two behind the bar? After a bit of a wait, the gang was finally was able to order drinks and bartender awesomely let me place my order while serving my friends. Didn't really have to wait long! Two thumbs up. I asked for a basic Old Fashioned (house choice of alcohol). My drink came and I really should have specified the type of whiskey but at least I was able to squeeze in that order. Anyhow, this old fashioned had somewhat of a bite to it, but at least the drink had orange peel that was rubbed on the rim of the glass, squeezed and placed in the drink. We hung out awhile and headed back to Ariete for Happy Hour! Woohoo! Update: Just notice this makes 100th review I could think no other way to have it be an epic Sunday Funday to do it on, brunch n all. Peace out 2019! read more

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At the risk of sounding of a certain politician, anyone trying to legislate burgers away for whatever silly cause can take my cheeseburger away when they pry it from my cold dead fingers....and if it's a juicy burger like the Chugs Burger at Taurus I would keep haunting them :) I was down in the Gables for an afternoon (that dragged into 730 pm) meeting in the Gables on National Cheeseburger Day, so afterward I started looking around where to celebrate. They have outside seating, as well as barside & tables inside. Rolling solo, I sat at the bar. It did take a minute to get attention to get a food order, but I'm guessing that's because it was literally my first time at this Grove institution (and I was only having a coke and food.) I definitely got the vibe that they show love to their regulars and have a well stocked liquor repertoire. Anyway, as far as my burger I started with their thick cut potato wedges which had a pretty good crisp and I augmented with their sweet BBQ sauce. The star to my stomach was a juicy couple of beef patties, perfectly crunchy bacon, a drizzle of their "Chugs sauce" (which I boosted with the aforementioned BBQ) and yummy melted american cheese. Hungry yet? They also have a few TV's to watch our sports teams do what they do (and it'd be a great place to drown your sorrows in case LOL) read more

The Taurus - Chugs cheeseburger for National Cheeseburger Day - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Great bar in the grove with tasty drinks and chill vibes! I visited with a friend on a Sunday and there were a few other groups inside with plenty of tables available. We both ordered Whisky Sours which were delicious! read more

I've been to Taurus now a handful of times. It's quite a cozy bar that gives you a little bit of everything you need to have a great time. Couple of times we visited for a holiday party. The staff was extremely attentive and helpful. I went with some Mezcal Old Fashion's that were exquisite, the wife went with some wine. We ordered some appetizers to make sure we didn't pass out with all the drinks. We went with a pepperoni pizza and pork tacos. The pizza was average to above, came right off the oven and had a good crust. I'd say the tacos were average. Soft tortillas and you can taste a hint of marinade but not much. Again fresh and hot, just lacking a bit of flavor. We were in the outside area which is quite spacious, the interior has karaoke which is always fun and the full bar. Attentive staff and very helpful, kind, courteous all the adjectives you can find. In all, it was a pleasant experience. I'd say 3 on the food, 4 on the facilities and 5 on the service. read more

It's a local speakeasy or quaint bar. It used to be another old local bar and has transformed into a trendy bar with shared restrooms in a center courtyard. Tables by the window allowed us to people watch while enjoying our draft beers. Small bar with a friendly staff to welcome you. Beer was nice and cold. Nice stop along this bust curve. And, if you feel like a stroll, cross the street and wander into nature with your partner at the Barnacle State Park read more

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If I could give negative stars I would ... Wednesday 11:41 p.m I walk in with my friends (all 21+) I understand there is a rule if you do not have your id then you cannot sit at the bar. I explain to her that I am willing to wait outside the premises , and so I am speaking with my friends trying to tell Them I will wait outside , and she rudely tells me over and over to get out, I explain I will but I would first like to speak with my friends before I go. (Also threatens to call security on me ) for no reason?? She kept repeating the same thing as if I didn't hear her ? I'm not sure what this girl was on, but Please check on your employees she seemed extremely off, and not mentally capable of speaking to a guest. Horrible experience would never come back again or recommend I HATE THE BAR TAURUS. Rude bartender with no manners , if you hate your job just get a new one lol read more

Taurus has been my favorite whisky bar in Miami. Since I moved out of state it's been difficult to come visit Taurus specially with COVID-19, so last night after two years I finally had the chance to return. I was bummed to learn that all the bartenders that I once knew were all gone and that they had new owners/staff. It turns out Taurus is now owned by Nava And Ariette, located next door. The new staff is extremely welcoming and friendly. I was most excited to have their Frita - my FAVORITE frita in Miami, unfortunately Ariette and Nave were "too booked" and could not provide food service at the bar. For context, Ariette's kitchen services some of the food items such as the Frita and charcuterie board on the Taurus menu. Therefore, we ended up ordering the savage fries and chicken wings. The fries were truly savage and tasty. It had two different sauce drizzles and bacon chunks (so good). The chicken wings were aight, they had tons of onions and feta cheese topping. Can't say I was a fan. Unfortunately, I can't say this is the same Taurus I fell in love with when I lived in Miami. A bar that I would bring all my friends and they in turn also fell in love with. Their whiskey bar playlist is pretty bad and it's horrifying that they are "not allowed" to change it. I mean is the music for the owners/administration or the patrons? Although the drinks were good, I was distraught by all the changes and ended my night at Taurus early. read more

Great vibe, great drinks, great trivia Tuesday nights, definitely a breath of fresh air compared to the typical Miami bars.

This is a great place for dinner and drinks. We've gone several times and it does not disappoint. All of the servers and staff are attentive and friendly. I had the fish tacos and they were very tasty. The fish was deep fried and it came with a very spicy sauce! My friend had the wings and they looked delicious! We also shared a truffle cheese pizza and it was outstanding! We had some beers that were on tap and some lemon drop martinis- those were delicious! I'd definitely recommend this place for dinner and drinks! read more

I went to try the Chug pop drive thru menu they had today! It did not disappoint. It was a really cool idea. It was like if you were ordering at MacDonald's but it was the adult version lol. They had numbered options with boozy milkshakes, pies, burgers and cheese bacon fries. I had the Chug Jr burger (one party, cheese, bacon) with savage fries ( french fries topped with cheese and bacon) and a boozy milkshake (chocolate milkshake with bourbon). The service was great and the food was delicious! I even bumped into my CM Diandra! Hoping they do this again soon. read more

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Beyond disappointed! I used to love this place so much both my husband and I have reserved the back for our birthdays in the past. Las night server Bianca and manager Danny (not sure I believe those are their names though) were extremely rude, aggressive and discriminatory. And make the night worse my tab was $160 for 5 beers and 1 Moscow mule. Needless to say they added drinks to my tab. This used to be a miami staple....you're standards aren't the same anymore Taurus. read more

came here last weekend for dinner and drinks, during this pandemic I can understand how restaurants are having a hard time keeping up with protocols and what adjusting, but Taurus executed everything perfectly, our service was outstanding. The person serving us mentioned it was his first day, wish I remembered his name, but he's awesome! it was my first time ordering food here and it was great, the pizza was delicious and I also ordered the chug burger which is made next door at Ariete, it lived up to the hype ! Also they had a $5 all day drink menu with about 3 frozen drinks that looked really good, I didn't try them but I saw another table drinking them, just a tip, because seemed like a good deal (: read more

The Taurus - Chug Burger - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Loved the drinks and service Used to have better food options Would love to have the crab dip back read more

This is the perfect place to go to sit at a bar and have a drink. The bar is huge and full of almost any type of liquor you can imagine. There is a huge selection and bourbon and whiskey. The happy hour is a great deal and has delicious speciality drinks. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about cocktails. Taurus also has a great selection on food and everything is good! Whether you are looking to have dinner or just a drink this place is definitely worth stopping by. read more

The Taurus - Bees Knees - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

This was a quick stop, but I now know it won't be my last time there. Honestly A. The manager, I believe his name is James, is awesome! So welcoming and the bartender was also wonderful. She can also make a mean manhattan!! It was also trivia night and it was by far the best trivia I have ever seen. I am for sure coming back! The categories were hilarious! The place isn't too big, but they also have outside seating, with TVs out there as well. See ya soon Taurus! read more

The armpit of Coconut Grove, will definitely be the next restaurant to go out of business. Nothing like the original Taurus, from the 80s where the steaks were delicious and the service was excellent this is definitely not that place! read more