What People Are Saying About Duarte's Tavern
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In Short – One of Northern California's oldest family-run restaurants, this small Pescadero diner hasn't changed much since its 1894 founding by Frank Duarte. The small wood bar is original as is much of the wood decor. The menu hasn't changed, much either, still featuring traditional diner dishes like burgers, steaks and a daily selection of fresh seafood. The entrees are simply grilled or sauteed, and mashed potatoes are served from an ice cream scooper.
09/22/09
skip it
by labelreader
Unfortunately, we never got past the front desk. when we arrived, the hostess had her back turned to us talking to her friend on the phone about what she did last night blah blah. ... after five minutes of being forced to listen to her conversation, she got off the phone, never even turned to face us, said "i'll be right back", walked into the back and came back (ten minutes later) to a packed waiting room, where upon she silently stared at me as if I was supposed to say something, so i said "table for two" and she said that will be 25 minutes. f that. we left and went down the street to the bakery w/ excellent cheesy artichoke bread. not the famed soup, but it'll do.
- Pros: everyone says they have great artichoke soup
- Cons: couldn't get past the rude hostess
02/14/07
Best Green Chile Soup You'll Ever Eat
by j53
It's true about walking in the front door and feeling like you've stepped back in time. The "regulars" are there enjoying fun conversation & good food with their friends and the employees have been there for years. The chile soup is great as are the fish entrees and olalliberry pie!! This is a great place for a good meal around sunset, after a long day at the beach just 2 miles away.
- Pros: Fresh fish and excellent pies. Very casual atmosphere.
- Cons: Runny, tasteless mashed potatoes
09/06/05
Really good simple food
by dimyep
Everything was good! Sourdough bread was good. Artichoke soop was good. Petrole sole was really good. The mashed potatoes were like my mom's. Even the homemade ollieberry pie was good (i am not a fan of dessert). This is real, simple food prepared really well.
- Pros: food, price, ambiance
- Cons: slight wait
The Details on Duarte's Tavern
Look Good:
The homemade Olalliberry pie is a house specialty.
The Extras:
Private banquet room facilities seating 40 available Monday through Thursday
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