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Tarpy's Roadhouse
Relax in this 1917 Roadhouse and enjoy creative, Five Star American Country Cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for wild game, the freshest seafood and prime steaks. Set on five landscaped acres, the patios and extensive gardens provide a refreshing backdrop for hearty sandwiches, vegetarian entrees and tempting salads. This restaurant in Monterey has seven private and semi-private rooms available for banquets, meetings and celebrations. The full bar, award-winning wine list and knowledgeable professional service ensure a terrific dining experience. Reservations are recommended. Tarpy's also offers affordable full-service, off-site catering.
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139 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 139 reviews
5 stars
(65)
4 stars
(54)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(73)
- fit for foodies(67)
- good for groups(66)
- great for outdoor dining(64)
- great for lunch(46)
- neighborhood gem(46)
Tarpy's Roadhouse Reviews List
Review 1 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brunch Menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and child were disappointed that you don't serve nuts on your blueberry pancakes anymore. You could offer them as a side, but don't eliminate them entirely!
Just a suggestion."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 2 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice outdoor seating on the patio
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant has a large outdoor patio and lovely gardens. Although it's located on a busy highway, you really don't hear the noise from the highway once you are inside or outside (on the patio). We were there on a Sunday, seated outside, on a sunny day. The table we were at had a large umbrella shading the hot sun for most of us, but a couple of us had to endure the sun in their eyes for the entire meal. Be sure to take hats and sunglasses if you're going to sit outside because although there are nice big umbrellas, there aren't enough to go around to provide shade for all the tables. The food was very good; servings small though. Dog friendly in the patio area, which is important to me so I can take my small dog along."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Will not be returning
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was very slow and we felt forgotten. Our dinner arrived before our salads which the waiter never put in the order for our salads. We were there to celebrate a birthday, desserts were effortless (desserts seemed premade and doctored up) and nothing special. More than likely we will not return."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 4 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for lunch with Mom
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service, environment and fresh, quality ingredients made for a lovely lunch with my Mom."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Broad and varied menu, well executed. Service was attentive and friendly. Pleasant setting with some outside seating. Would definitely return."
Dined on 4/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Its really pricey for what
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Its really pricey for what you get.
Don't order hamburger"
Don't order hamburger"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tarpy's is a must whenever
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tarpy's is a must whenever possible!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
employees were very friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"employees were very friendly
food was good"
food was good"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous food at a reasonable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fabulous food at a reasonable price. Great ambiance and comfort as well as service.
If you want it quiet, so you can carry on conversations comfortably, it is best to sit
outside. Gets very noisy inside. Four of us sat outside, on the side, for dinner, and were able to
stay for a long time without feeling like we were being rushed out. I highly recommend
Tarpys to locals and visitors from out of town."
If you want it quiet, so you can carry on conversations comfortably, it is best to sit
outside. Gets very noisy inside. Four of us sat outside, on the side, for dinner, and were able to
stay for a long time without feeling like we were being rushed out. I highly recommend
Tarpys to locals and visitors from out of town."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Please pay attention
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were taking a co-worker out to lunch to celebrate her birthday. The food was excellent, I had swordfish, which was on special that day. The plate was hot, the food was very hot, veggies were nicely al dente. The waiter brought the birthday girl a dessert of some exotic sorbet with a candle on it, which was on the house. That was a nice touch! then we also had a bread pudding which was also to die for!
The only reason I am not giving this experience 5 stars was that at the beginning, we could not find anybody to help us change our seats. When we sat down at one of the outdoor tables, it turned out that there was too much sun there, and we immediately decided to move inside. It was really impossible to attract somebody's attention."
The only reason I am not giving this experience 5 stars was that at the beginning, we could not find anybody to help us change our seats. When we sat down at one of the outdoor tables, it turned out that there was too much sun there, and we immediately decided to move inside. It was really impossible to attract somebody's attention."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wine tasting on Wednesday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We like to stop at Tarpy's on Wednesdays after golf to enjoy the wine tasting and dinner specials. It is a great place for food and fun."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and great service every time we visit."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We went to Tarpy's for its
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Tarpy's for its brick of onion rings that they no longer carry on the menu. We also asked for Ventana wine and this is no longer varied. Our entrees were goo, but not outstanding ."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
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Review 14 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We both ordered the special
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We both ordered the special filet and both were cooked incorrectly. We did notify the server who was very apologetic but we waited a bit to long. For them to correct mine. I was tired from traveling all day so they packed a $44 meal into a to go box and then charged us for them. The tab was$150 with tip and although the service was good the meal was not. I expected them to at least take one of the meals off but they didn't."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Dining Experience!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our party of three arrived at 4 p.m, earlier than our original dinner reservation. We were greeted by two friendly hostesses who accommodated us. As there was a wedding ceremony taking place in the courtyard outside, we joked about getting free entertainment with our dinner and enjoyed the proceedings as they unfolded. Then, we were promptly seated in the inner dining room.
Michelle, our waitress, was welcoming and provided excellent service throughout the meal. The menu is extensive, and we had a difficult time deciding what to eat. We ordered a hamburger, a crab and shrimp cake salad, a vegetable stir fry, and a maple candied yam side dish. The food arrived quickly, was prepared properly, and was delicious. The portions were generous."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great evening at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great evening at Tarpy's, and Scott our waiter was awesome. Their drink selection was pretty cool and inventive. The ambience was great and the menu was extensive. I will go there again someday."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service. Overall outstanding family experience!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always. Tarpy's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent as always. Tarpy's is definitely a go to restaurant for great atmosphere and if you you have high expectations for food quality. Wonderful service!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Birthday diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The reservations were easy, they sat us early, drinks were good, and the meal was excellent."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was overpriced for the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was overpriced for the quality.
Service - wine came out in new glasses and the glasses on the table were left. So there was an over abundance of glasses on the table. We had to prompt the staff to make room and remove the not needed glasses. Bread did not have a basket or plate. Staff member delivering bread seeing no place to put the loaf just dropped it on the paper table cloth. We reorganized our dishes to find a place for the bread.
Will not return - too expensive for the level of quality."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
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Review 21 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always an enjoyable experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always an enjoyable experience when I dine at Tarpy's. Food is delicious, service is great...reason why I always come back!!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I reserved a table at Tarpy's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I reserved a table at Tarpy's and had to change reservation a few times due to flight delay as it was our first stop. Host was accomodating and service was super friendsly and prompt. Our meals were delicious and plentiful. The gentleman tending bar was very friendly and wished us a great visit."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We are locals and have been
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are locals and have been to Tarpy's several times and always had a good experience. On this occasion we decided to go out for St. Patrick's day instead of cooking like we normally do. I had the traditional corned beef and cabbage and was surely a mistake. It was a disaster on a plate. The portion of beef was small, thinly sliced and lacking in flavor. The broth that the dish was cooked in or at least served with was a step about dishwater. My wife had the halibut special which wasn't much better in terms of flavor."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 24 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great dining experience, try it!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I visited Tarpy's Roadhouse while on a weekend getaway to Monterey. With our reservation, we walked in and immediately got a table. One thing that surprised me was that the hostess left an iPad on our table, detailing the restaurant's wine, beer, and spirits lists.
The menu looked good, and we opted to go with their braised pork shank and seafood ravioli. Both were amazing! Portions were generous, neither my wife nor I were able to finish our plates. The pork shank was tender and had a great bbq flavor, and the cheese ravioli (a special that night) had big helpings of salmon, mahi mahi, and shrimp alongside it.
Our waiter was very friendly at attentive. This place was a great find, and I highly recommend it."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent experience. Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent experience. Service was great, lamp chops were great. I little pricey."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great lunch outside
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Had a great lunch outside with terrific service. Will be back."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Uneven meal quality, ribs
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Uneven meal quality, ribs were way over-doused in a mediocre sauce. Halibut good, salmon a bit ho-hum. Service fast and attentive even though waitress had a fair number of tables. My dessert was a dry and bland chocolate creation, lacking richness and any taste of bourbon as promised. A little expensive for what we got."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
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Review 28 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Salad was good; however, my
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Salad was good; however, my husband was significantly disappointed with his entree ( shrimp ). We’ve experienced previous pleasurable dining experiences, so unsure why we didn’t experience like this time."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Thank you to all the crew
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thank you to all the crew and especially Ryan our server. You all made my Mothers Birthday a great one. Our dinner was excellent. Thanks again for another beautiful and wonderfully tasting meal."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tarpy's Roadhouse, Monterey, CA
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tarpy's Roadhouse lunch menu has a great variety. The meatloaf is fantastic. The vegetable sides of broccoli, carrots and squash was cooked just right. The meatloaf was plentiful and sat on a bed of mashed potatoes. The mushroom gravy on top was wonderful."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a large group (11 people)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a large group (11 people) and a great experience. Sometimes larger group dinning is no fun but not at Tarpy's our waiter Nick (who has been there for over 10 years) was awesome! They gave us our own area and really let us have a private very special night!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for Sunday brunch. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for Sunday brunch. The food was wonderful. We sat outside and it was beautiful. Our waiter was very attentive but, could have smiled. Half of our party arrived a little early and the sweet little blonde hostess was so nice and attentive while we waited. Gave us menus to look at, showed us our seating options and was just plain sweet! We love Tarpys. It's beautiful and the menu selection is wonderful."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went here for our anniversary
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went here for our anniversary and it was excellent. The lamb was amazing and the steak was very good. The service was absolutely top notch and we loved the romantic atmosphere. I would highly reccomend this place for a couple's dinner date."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tarpy's has been a long time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tarpy's has been a long time fav. Had my 50th party there. Always take out-of-towners there. It's an oasis on Highway 68."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Kid Menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Booking online was easy and our table was ready when we arrived. The food was excellent and they have a very reasonably priced kids menu which included drink and dessert. This is hard to find in Monterey! It was the best money we spent on our whole vacation."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We keep going back to Tarpy's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I were married there and have gone back every year on our anniversary. We recently went there for a Valentines Day dinner and were not disappointed. I was able to easily make our reservation online and we arrived with our table ready to go for us. Our server was very polite and attentive throughout our dinner. Price wise Tarpy's is on the higher end but keep in mind this place is NOT an Applebee's by ANY MEANS! You definitely get what you pay for here in both the quality of food and service. Our appetizer and meals were excellent. The portions were not overbearing but filled us up and the flavor was spot on."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Friendly, enthusiastic, service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly, enthusiastic, service. Good food, reliably prepared. Beautiful, historic building."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place is the best place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is the best place in our neighborhood, we go there for all events, birthdays,etc. We also go there for after work happy hours and we all think the wine down Weds. are the best ever since athey pair the wine withthe menu and give you a deal on both the food and the wine, in short they are a divine establishment!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Since it was Valentines Day
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Since it was Valentines Day the place had more than usual business and maybe that accounts for the extremely ordinary food and lackluster service. My steak was far overdone and tough. There was not not one thing about the meal that stood out as being more than just barely passable. It was my first and I hope my very last time to dine there. I can see why the reservations were not full when I planned too late to go somewhere nice the day before the holliday. No knives on the table and had to wait 5 minutes to get them. The lobster bisc tasted like it was made from canned tomato soup (Campbells I think). The water was good! The wine was not,but that is entirely my fault.I thought $70 would get at least a decent bottle of wine, but I was wrong"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 40 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Definitely recommended.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, and the service as well. We were treated well, with recommendations that answered our questions more than adequately. It is not cheap, but certainly not extravagant (although, I admit that is relative). It felt comfortable, not strained. It was a cold evening, and when we entered we immediately felt the warmth of the place. Not everyone considers that important, but for me it is.
I would definitely go there again. I was on a temporary stay in Monterey; if I lived there, I would go from time-to-time. It is not for "everyday" dining."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 41 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent atmosphere. Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent atmosphere. Our server was outstanding. Very friendly overall!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 42 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a delicious meal!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall a great experience. I had the pork shank and it literally melted in my mouth; SO GOOD! My boyfriend had one of the steaks; they offered additional toppings, such as mushrooms, grilled onions, and also cheese (gorgonzola?) and he took them up on the offer. When his steak arrived, it was cooked to perfection - but SMOTHERED in the cheese. Most of it ended up going in the trash; with strong cheese like that, less is more!
We ordered a dessert to share and I also ordered a cappuccino; the dessert arrived, but my cappuccino didn't. I had to ask her for it, and some water.
I've never had a bad experience at Tarpy's - the food is always good and so is the service, although it did lack a bit this time."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Off the Hook
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tarpys has been in the area for a while now and seems to be the place you keep going back to for those off the hook dining experiences. Excellent food, good location and very good service. A tad crowded but that's what happens when you have a popular dining establishment. I enjoyed myself and so did my wife. We will be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cramped, packed in, great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cramped, packed in, great food, excellent service. Wine list excellent you use an I pad to look them up."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 45 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great time, awesome food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great time, awesome food, and very good service considering it was Valentines Day"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 46 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great ambiance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time back in over a decade, and it's only gotten better. There was a little mix up with our reservation at the beginning, but the place was very crowded as it was Valentine's Day. We were seated quickly in a nice corner room. I'm not sure if there are any bad seats in the place. The service was great, and the food outstanding. Large portions left me wishing I had room for dessert. Maybe next time. Prices are a little high, so be prepared, but for the area, this is one of the best restaurants I've been to."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 47 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bit too expensive for what
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bit too expensive for what they offer PLUS you have to ask them the cost of each special and they have many."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 48 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tarpey's has been our "go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tarpey's has been our "go to" restaurant for all occasions. Birthdays, Anniversaries, out with friends, taking people from out of town. We went to the bar for happy hour (lasts until 6PM) and had huge $3.00 well drinks and half price calamari. Can't beat it. Then had dinner. Received the usual excellent service and excellent food. Never had a bad meal here and we've been going here several times a year for many years. We had the mahi mahi and the pork chop - all perfectly cooked and big portions - had enough to take home for the next nights meal. Big wine selection - had the Zolo Cab - really good. Peanut Butter Mousse Cake for dessert- scrumptious- couldn't finish it - took it home too."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot for couples or groups
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a nice dinner at Tarpy's. We were seated promptly at a nice table along the windows in the main dining room. It was a busy night so a little noisy but that is to be expected during the AT&T golf tournament. We had great cocktails to begin the evening. My husband had the ribs which were good and I had prawns which were good but a little tough. We never felt rushed during the evening and enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. I would like to go back again during the Spring and Summer for lunch or brunch as it looks like a great spot to sit outside during good weather. It is a large restaurant and has great parking which is a big plus."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Tarpy's Roadhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A terrific menu. Great service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A terrific menu. Great service and a wonderful ambiance."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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