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Duarte's Tavern


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4 of 5 stars 22 ratings
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#1 of 4 restaurants in Pescadero
  • Cuisines: American, Delicatessen, Seafood
  • Average price*: $ 30
  • Address: 202 Stage Rd, Pescadero, CA 94060
  • Phone:  (650) 879-0464
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3 of 5 stars
DocPhun 2 contributions
Santa Cruz, CA
Jun 26, 2009

Took relatives visiting us in Santa Cruz for lunch and were unimpressed. The menu was limited and considering size of portions, presentation, and taste, the food and wine were overpriced. The cream of artichoke soup was good but the vegetable soup was tasteless, even after salt and pepper. The sourdough bread, from San Francisco, was served hot and was good.... more

A let down
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3 of 5 stars
Stevied888 501 contributions
Brandon, Florida
Jun 24, 2009

I selected this after seeing it on Diners DriveIns and Dives. It was under the dive cataegory. It is a very odd mix. Their web site and their menu is very high class fancy the surrondings are outdated rough paneling and uncomfortable booths. The service was horrible. There wa sno hostess at the stand so people were milling about. Once... more

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4 of 5 stars
Garlic82 23 contributions
Newton, MA
Jun 15, 2009

This place is clearly a tavern, with lots of drinking space; but at 8:30 am, it's quiet, the breakfasts are great and the portions are generous. One of their specialties is an artichoke heart omelet. Good coffee, too. Certainly not fancy, but 'the real deal' for a local joint. more

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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 1, 2009

Not really a place I have to go back to. The food is nothing special. I can get it anywhere and better. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 20, 2009

Love their sourdough bread and Soup! Chili is the best followed by Artichoke. more

Average
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3 of 5 stars
CaliforniaLosthiker 32 contributions
Redwood City, California
Oct 16, 2008

The artichoke soup was very good but my calamari sandwich was not so good. The bread was very thin and tasted plain. I thought it would be served on some good old tasting San Francisco sourdough bread. The calamari was a little tough for me also. My sandwich was $$$ and not worth it. more

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1 of 5 stars
Maurice02 2 contributions
Lyon
Jul 14, 2008

I agree with the reviewer about the artichoke soup; unfortunately everything else was inedible. My salmon, a "house specialty" was not fresh and overcooked. It was dry as cardboard, and full of bones. Had I opted for additional searing I don't know what would have happened -- a fire in the kitchen? The mashed potatoes were cold and had the... more

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5 of 5 stars
SuzeePee 6 contributions
Alameda, California
Jul 12, 2008

My husband and I have been Duarte's (pr. DOO-arts) fans since we first began dating, back in the early 1980's. It's changed little (although they've expanded the seating) since then, and that's a good thing. It's still perfect, and combined with a trip to the beach or a hike around the marsh, it's the makings of a memorable day. Alas,... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 20, 2008

Oliberry Pie! 1/2 Artichoke 1/2 Green Chili Soup! A local favorite! Near the Pigeon Point Lighthouse! ;~D more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 5, 2008

Went on high recommendations of the ollaliberry jam. more

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Duarte's Tavern Address

202 Stage Rd, Pescadero, CA 94060
Tel: (650) 879-0464
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.