Tarbell's

Tarbell's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Susan VIP

   New York City24 reviews

   3.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   First of all, I did not like paying $28 for a so-so Chardonnay second of all the barmaid was either inept or overworked. I’m not sure I sat at the bar and when I went to order, she highly recommended the lobster risotto just raved about it so I said OK. It was average at best hardly any lobster. I also asked for bread service. She brought it after I had eaten my meal well I was 90% done then I ask about chocolate desserts and she said the mousse is to die for I said well what else do you have and she said profiteroles so I said excellent do the profiteroles you guessed it she brought me the mousse I don’t like mousse. It was easily 15 minutes until she brought me the profiterole so not really impressed.
   

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   John VIP

   Phoenix160 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A great smaller place. Consistently good food, service and feel.
   

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   Sara VIP

   Phoenix6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Tarbells is a classic to the area. It’s always been a favorite and we love going back when we are in town. The food and service never disappoint!
   

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   Joe VIP

   Phoenix172 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great experience at Tarbell’s! We have been there before and it doesn’t disappoint! I had the peppercorn NY which was excellent. It was served with fresh spinach sautéd in garlic & the most incredible thin French fries I have ever had! My husband had the fish special which was a delicious sea bass. Not sure what was in the sauce but it was outstanding, so tasty and a beautiful presentation! Not a cheap meal but an incredible meal with Kathryn as our server! Definitely give it a try!
   

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   Katie VIP

   New York City8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always wonderful and consistent. Thank you for a lovely evening.
   

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   Ian

   Phoenix4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our first time going to Tarbell's and we didn't know what to expect, especially since we were celebrating our anniversary. Parking is a bit of a premium, especially on a busy night. They do have a valet service, which does take up about ⅓ of the parking spots. Upon arrival, we were greeted at the door and quickly seated after confirming our reservation. The servers were very quick to bring us water and bread with a pesto/olive oil dip. It was fantastic. Our head server was absolutely amazing. She was very attentive, as was the while serving staff, and even offered us a complimentary appetizer while we waited for our main course. We ordered the 40oz porterhouse for 2 and is was cooked to perfection. The sauces offered each took the steak to a different level. We had a fantastic anniversary dinner at Tarbell's and would highly recommend going. The only downside of the place was that we felt it was a little loud inside the restaurant. It is a pretty small area and voices carry very easily. With the semi open kitchen, servers and staff communicating and all the other patrons earing and having a good time, it did feel like you needed to elevate your voice level a little more than usual and at the point your neighbors at the table next to you will overhear your conversation. Overall, we had a fantastic experience at Tarbell's and would certainly return amd recommend to friends.
   

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   Beth VIP

   Phoenix17 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Tarbell's doesn't disappoint; you can count on consistent high quality food and service. It was my birthday and they took special care to make it special and sent out a beautiful cheesecake. Just the right amount of attentive. My husband loved the chilean sea bass special. My son loved the filet and my daughter and I were thrilled with the giant meatball. Thanks!! Always recommend!
   

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   Dave

   Central Coast6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A very good meal! Nice atmosphere and good service. We will be back.
   

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   hiker1114

   Phoenix3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Amazing food cooked perfectly. It isxl expensive. Excellent service. Very loud. All the steaks were cooked exactly as requested. Mussels were delicious.
   

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    Goldee

    San Francisco44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Wonderful experience- greeted promptly seated at a lovely booth- served water and bread right away. Waiter very warm and friendly. Service and food very good and waiter was able to give us half orders - I will say Caesar salad ordinary - homemade pasta was delicious - also tasted the “meatball” and spaghetti really nice. Surprise dessert for someone celebrating birthday.
    

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