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Tarpy's Roadhouse, Monterey, CA

Tarpy's Roadhouse

4.6
4.6
3581 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Relax in this 1917 Roadhouse and enjoy creative, Five Star American Country Cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for 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. Reservations are recommended.We are limited to outdoor seating. Please wear warm clothes for dinner. Not all tables have heat. All tables of 4 we allow 1 hour 30 minutes. Parties of 6 or more 2 hours. If you need more time please let us know. We require credit cards for parties over 6. All guests must wear a mask while entering the restaurant. You may take it off once seated. If your late for your reservation, please call we allow 15 minute grace period.
Tarpy's also offers affordable off-site catering drop offs

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (831) 647-1444
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ivan Guadarrama
  • Catering
    <br />As a Full Service Caterer we can handle the details of your event, including finding a location, contracting with florists, bakeries, photography & video experts, musicians and lodging. Think of us as your own personal concierge! We will help you create an event that will be remembered favorably and you will totally enjoy!
  • Private party facilities
    Tarpy’s Roadhouse offers a full-service banquet department. There are 3 private rooms as well as 3 semi-private rooms to choose from when planning your special event or function. Some rooms are subject to a room fee. We also have available the latest Multi-Media tools to add polish to your event.
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Canyon Del Rey
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot is provided with plenty of off-street parking.
  • Public transit
    Monterey Salinas Transit bus line stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,581 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for groups

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tarpy's Roadhouse offers a charming dining experience with "great service," featuring a beautiful outdoor patio and classic ambiance. Guests rave about the "excellent food" including standout dishes like meatloaf and artichoke appetizers. While noise from the nearby airport and occasional service delays are noted, it's a "Monterey classic" worth visiting.

3,581 Reviews
  1. Ann

    Denver

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch experience! Great food and service with server Ashley.

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  2. John

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall dinner was good. Drafty dinning room. Service professional and personable. Meal slightly less than previous experiences.

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  3. Grace

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant and the grounds of this old house are absolutely beautiful. Service was very good. Food was good, but like many higher end restaurants, there was only one chicken option. Not sure why this is…lots of people don’t eat beef, pork, lamb or they may not eat/want fish (there were several fish options). For staters, we had a giant soft pretzel, served with cheese and Dijon mustard. It was awesome, but the cutting board it was served on was this old nasty thing that looked mildewed and had crusty food stuck in one large crack down the middle - gross. Because we were famished, we basically did the sign of the cross, applied the 3 second rule, removed it from the board, and went for it - so far, so good. For dinner, or table had the burger and fries (told it was excellent), a mixed green salad with strawberries, Gorgonzola and a blacked salmon fillet (also reported as excellent), and another at the table, plus myself, had the chili crusted chicken with gruyere scalloped potatoes (yum!). Chicken was cooked very well, but was served with what basically tasted like jarred bbq sauce. I’ve had this dish here several times before and always hope that it won’t have this same bbq sauce, or that it will have at least improved. Nope, always the same…I digress. On to desert. We split the apple crisp, ice cream something or other and it was great. Sooo, 4 outta 5 stars, with points off for the gross cutting board and the jarred bbq sauce on the only chicken option on the menu. I can live with the bbq sauce, but those nasty cutting boards gotta go. Still…we’ll be back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice vibe. Good service. Mediocre food. We ordered bruschetta with burrata and blistered cherry tomatoes. No tomatoes were served. My fried chicken was overcooked and chewy. Cocktails are excellent. Terrific Manhattan.

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  5. Luis

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was fantastic and our server was real nice.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 1 December 2024
    Luis, thank you very much for your kind words and taking the time to leave a 5-star review. It is greatly appreciated!

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  6. Donna

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and delicious food. We always enjoy Tarpy’s.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 26 November 2024
    Hello Donna! Thank you so much for the kind words. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed all the delicious food and experience with us. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  7. MARK

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tarpy’s is a Monterey classic. I have been enjoying their warm hospitality for over twenty-five years. They continue to deliver a superior level of service and cuisine.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 26 November 2024
    Mark, thank you for dining with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and food during your visits. It means a lot to know that we have become a go-to spot for twenty-five years. We hope to continue to have the pleasure of serving you in the future.

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  8. Eric

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great steak. Place is ok in atmosphere. They were very busy but had friendly service but each course took a looking time to come out, like way to long. Food was very good.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 26 November 2024
    Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience with us, we appreciate you. We hope to see you again soon and earn that 5th star on your next visit!

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  9. Laurie

    Denver

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The service was tremendous but the food was kind of bland. Our table ordered the striped bass, halibut, and scallops. Nothing was spectacular though the presentation was beautiful. It was extremely loud in the dining room. The prices at around $40 a plate did not really seem worthwhile.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 23 November 2024
    Thank you so much for your review & feedback, Laurie! We are so glad that the service and plating was enjoyable. The dishes that you mention typically have beautiful depth of flavor and we are sorry to hear that that was not the case this evening. Your comments have been shared with our culinary team.

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  10. Mitch

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service by friendly, courteous and professional waitress.
    Tarpy's RoadhouseResponded on 16 November 2024
    Thank you very much for your kind words and taking the time to leave a 5-star review. It is greatly appreciated!

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FAQs

Tarpy's Roadhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 647-1444.

Tarpy's Roadhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 3581 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tarpy's Roadhouse

2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Canyon Del Rey
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot is provided with plenty of off-street parking.
  • Public transit
    Monterey Salinas Transit bus line stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ivan Guadarrama
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 647-1444
  • Catering
    <br />As a Full Service Caterer we can handle the details of your event, including finding a location, contracting with florists, bakeries, photography & video experts, musicians and lodging. Think of us as your own personal concierge! We will help you create an event that will be remembered favorably and you will totally enjoy!
  • Private party facilities
    Tarpy’s Roadhouse offers a full-service banquet department. There are 3 private rooms as well as 3 semi-private rooms to choose from when planning your special event or function. Some rooms are subject to a room fee. We also have available the latest Multi-Media tools to add polish to your event.
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