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Tar & Roses
- Santa Monica
- $$$
Upscale
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- great
Food: Diverse dishes with a twist
Tar & Roses boasts a menu filled with unique culinary adventures. The Strawberry Crostata is beyond amazing with a perfect crust and delicious honeycomb ice cream. Another standout is the Oxtail Dumplings, packed with rich, bold flavors. The dishes showcase fresh, quality ingredients, enhancing the dining experience. However, a few patrons find the portion sizes smaller. Despite this, each dish offers consistency, providing exceptional value with the balance of quality and pricing.
Very Creative
Menus innovative, offering unique culinary adventures and original flavors.
Okay Taste
Good food with some hits, but several dishes forgettable or just okay.
Small Portions
Some reviewers find portions smaller, which detracts from dining experience.
Top 3 dishes at Tar & Roses
- 1
Oxtail Dumplings 🏆
Oxtail dumplings packed with rich, bold flavors; savory melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- 2
Strawberry Crostata with Honeycomb Ice Cream
Most amazing dessert, with perfect crust and delicious honeycomb ice cream.
- 3
Whole Snapper
Snapper's crispy perfection is well-seasoned and excellently presented; a taste delight.
Vibe: Intimate, yet buzzing vibe
The ambiance of Tar & Roses is intimate, cozy, and chic, suitable for romantic dates. Live music complements the dining experience, creating a buzzing atmosphere. There are celebrity sightings, which adds to the excitement. The back patio offers a charming view under the sky. The highlight is the extensive wine and artisanal beer collection, making it even more photogenic.
Great Ambiance
Perfect ambiance for romantic dates, described as intimate, cozy, and chic.
Perks: Prompt service amidst clamor
While securing a reservation at prime dinner hours can be a task, the restaurant offers various parking options. The outdoor patio, intimate and beautifully lit, offers a great dining experience. Its spacious layout is suitable for accommodating large groups. The menu accommodates various dietary restrictions. However, the noise level can disrupt conversation, and it doesn't cater well to kids.
Great Outdoor
Outdoor patio is cozy, intimate, well-heated, and beautifully lit.
Okay To Park
Various parking options available, including valet and street parking.
Hard To Reserve
Hard to secure a reservation, particularly for prime dinner hours.