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    Sun Tavern

    217 Reviews
    #1 of 20 Restaurants in Duxbury
    $$ - $$$American,
    Bar
    500 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332-3138
    +1 781-837-1027
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    Overview
    4.5
    217 reviews
    • Excellent55%
    • Very good29%
    • Average10%
    • Poor5%
    • Terrible1%
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    CUISINES
    American, Bar
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
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    LOCATION
    500 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332-3138
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    1 - 10 of 217 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Lunch Seminar

    Went for a free seminar that served lunch was very impressed with our lunchThought it would be just a salad but had a choice of chicken or meatloaf Chicken was very tasty and served with fresh vegetables and rice. service was very good.Love the quintness...More

    Thank Mary Ellen F
    Reviewed September 20, 2018 via mobile
    A special ambiance...

    The Sun Tavern offers a friendly, relaxing charm. Our meals were very good: the service as well. It’s a great choice for a quiet, “special occasion” dinner. There was only 1 issue and not a big deal...the dining room floor was somewhat “sticky” in the...More

    Thank ThinkingOutLoud
    Reviewed August 29, 2018
    Great dinner

    Been there many years when it changed owners. The pork belly was to die for and the steak my husband had was also good.

    Thank gibbscrh3
    Reviewed August 28, 2018
    Dinner after boys summer baseball game

    I've been here many times and will continue to be a repeat customer. The food is always great, the service is attentive and the atmosphere is cozy. We love to sit in the middle dinning area because we love looking over to see the chef's...More

    Thank marysM7304VO
    Reviewed July 30, 2018
    Amazing food, amazing staff, amazing place!

    I would give this place 10 stars if I could. Set in a historical house this place is just beautiful! It's warm and welcoming and so are the staff members that work here. They make you feel like you're in their own home for dinner....More

    1  Thank Paula C
    Reviewed July 28, 2018
    Outstanding!!!

    This place is truly one of the best restaurants in the entire Boston area. We arrived a little early for our reservation and were more than happy to have a cocktail in the more informal and quaint tavern side. The cocktails were delicious and unique....More

    Thank bmartinson1985
    Reviewed July 25, 2018
    So disappointed

    We had 7:00 reservations and were promptly seated. This has always been a special place to me and I was prepared to be happy with the experience. Not so. Everyone else enjoyed their meal but my steak was over-cooked, my potatoes were burned and stuck...More

    Thank M23rdPWR
    Reviewed July 17, 2018
    Good bar food

    Friendly service and decent bar food. Staff interacted nicely with customers. Ehe burger was quite good.

    Thank bowfinn23
    Reviewed June 30, 2018
    Beautiful atmosphere terrible experience

    My wife and I lived in Duxbury for 44 years and frequently dined at this restaurant. It changed owners several times but was usually a good place to eat. Prior to its current owner it was great. I'm sorry to say that I just had...More

    Thank peter h
    Gary J, Owner at Sun Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded July 1, 2018

    Hi Peter, I am sorry to hear that you had such a terrible experience here at The Sun Tavern. We certainly strive for 100% customer satisfaction and in your case we failed to deliver. If you could call me at the restaurant at 781-837-1027 I...More

    Reviewed June 18, 2018
    An evening in June!

    Excellent food! Excellent service! Great atmosphere! A stones throw from home and a will become a "peat" and repeat in the future.

    Thank 21DiggerDigger

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    pleori
    June 8, 2017|
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    Response from Donna F | Reviewed this property |
    Yes it is wheel chair friendly. We go there often with a friend who is in a wheel chair.
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    stevebarbm
    September 11, 2016|
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    Response from Rabbit2011 | Reviewed this property |
    To my recollection they only serve dinner. Most days beginning at 5 pm. There is a great bar selection and the ladies would love it, but no lunch time reservations.
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    mydaughtersmother
    February 20, 2016|
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    Response from Lawrence F | Property representative |
    The Sun has several rooms for dining. I personally like the Grill room in front of the open kitchen. There is a table in the corner that seems to be a favorite for many of our guests. Feel free to come on in and checkout the... More
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    $13 - $32
    Cuisine
    American, Bar
    Meals
    Dinner
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards
    Good for
    Families with children, Large groups, Bar scene, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Romantic
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Tuesday
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Wednesday
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Thursday
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Friday
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 500 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332-3138
    • Location: United States  >  Massachusetts (MA)  >  Duxbury
    • Phone Number: +1 781-837-1027
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    Description
    The Sun Tavern is an upscale yet casual fine dining restaurant located just south of Boston in a quaint farmhouse dating back to pre-revolutionary days. On a country road in the seaside community of Duxbury, The Sun Tavern's warm inviting environment is a reminder of days gone by, with a fireplace sitting area to warm your soul and five separate dining areas to enjoy the company of others.The Sun Tavern offers a vast array of American cuisine. Listed as one of The Phantom Gourmets "Top 100 Restaurants in New England", you will find cuisine that rivals the finest that Boston has to offer. Awarded the "Gold Plate" by Billy Costa of T.V. Diner and rated "Gourmet Greatness" by the Phantom Gourmet, The Sun Tavern is the place to dine on the South Shore.
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