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Match Works Tavern
Come visit us in the historic Match Works Building for a truly unique
culinary and social experience in a "casual atmosphere with serious food".
Founder and Executive Chef Tom Quick is a graduate of
California Culinary Academy in San Francisco.
His culinary skills are an eclectic fusion of American, Asian and European cuisine.
If you liked Epiq, you're sure to love his Match Works Tavern.
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32 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 32 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(16)
- fit for foodies(15)
- special occasion(12)
- romantic(8)
- good for groups(7)
- great for outdoor dining(6)
Match Works Tavern Reviews List
Review 1 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
just ok.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"ok each time we go, we may not go back. Went for Mothers Day brunch, and soup was not very warm, then entrée wasn't great. Crème Brule was good."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chef Tom Quick never disappoints!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Chef Tom Quick never disappoints! Excellent meal! We were treated like family from the moment we arrived until we left. Everywhere else is just dinner, Matchworks Tavern is a Dining Experience!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very unique setting (in an
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very unique setting (in an old match factory). The food is very good; the menu appears limited but there are always multiple specials. Very enjoyable place for dinner."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our meal was excellent, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our meal was excellent, the best meal that we have had in Mentor in a long while. I would recommnend the Match Works Tavern to anyone."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was really good.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was really good. the only slight downfall was the host and our server. they both seemed to give the impression that they were confused which was somewhat odd. Our server was very nice, but was not always on top of things. Besides that, everything else was very good."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for Easter Brunch. An excellent dining experience. Crab cakes were better than I've had in Maryland! Will definitely be back."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"Went here to celebrate a birthday and was not disappointed. The staff was kind enough to put a candle in a delicious chocolate moose as a surprise for the other half. Definitely a must go. Possibly one of the best places to eat in Mentor."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Instantly felt like old friends!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"When I took the first taste of the coffee I instantly knew we had made the correct choice. We ordered appetizers and you took the time to discuss the history of the building and made sure every detail of our dinner experience was taken care of Angela, our server, perfectly balanced knowledge and servive in a friendly manner. Then the food began to arrive.Chicken Masala that was perfect and a prime rib tomahawk chop that looked too good to eat. From across the table the prime rib looked like heaven on a plate. The food not only looked good but tasted phenomenal. It was greatly appreciated when you stopped by the table to ensure the dinner was perfect. It was perfect, in every way. We were full from the main course but the desert...FABULOUS"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
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 9 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was excellent. The menu had interesting, different food - it was hard to pick just one meal!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was good but overpriced.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good but overpriced. Agree with other reviews that salad should be part of the meal not as pricey an add-on as it is. My wife's entree had a broth but she was only provided a fork. The waitress wasn't aware that a spoon would be needed so one wasn't provided. She ordered the pie for dessert. While it had great taste the crust was inedible. When we mentioned it to the waitress, the response was basically "Oh well" nothing more. Also, the volume in a glass of wine is dependent upon your relationship to the head chef/owner. We received a 1/3 "glass" of wine while another couple received 3/4 glasses."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
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Review 11 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Can't say enough good things
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Can't say enough good things about the food and service."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Match Works Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impressed!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Impressed! Entertained a friend new to the area from Chicago. We agreed the food was as good as we've had in the city and the crab cakes were posibly the best we've ever had. I heard of Match Works at a bridal show a few weeks ago and am planing to host my Sons rehearsal dinner here in the fall. I am certain we will be back often and we are excited to share this local secret with our friends. Loved the crab cakes, sweetbread & pork belly salad, the croutons on the house salad and potato crusted cod with shrimp risotto was awesome! Can't wait to try more from this eclectic menu!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Match Works Tavern
Based on the average of (20) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
3 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate