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What People Are Saying About Taverna Winery & Restaurant
The Editor
Joshua Hinsdale
Citysearch
In Short – The Taverna Winery & Restaurant in Conroe is part wine bar, part restaurant and part retail shop. More than 100 wines are available, with most ranging from $12 to $35 per bottle. Diners share such dishes as marinated olives, calamari, cured meat plates, pate and fruit. The main kitchen serves a unique blend of dishes from Texas and Europe. Favorites include Spanish meatballs, cedar-planked salmon, tenderloin, roasted goose and bacon-wrapped trout. For lunch, lighter fare includes fresh salads, sandwiches and gourmet burgers.
01/20/09
One of our favorites!
by tjones2866 at Citysearch
Taverna is fantastic. Excellent wines at near retail prices (no 4x restaurant markups here). The food is unique, and eclectic, but very reasonably priced. The atmosphere is elegant and comfortable. It is one of those places you might expect a $200 tab, but two will dine and drink for about half of that. Opt for a bottle of wine...if you don't finish it, they will cork it for you to take home. Now, if there a knock, the waitstaff is not as ?refined? as the menu and atmosphere suggest. If this is important to you, stick to Fleming?s, Perry?s or Kirby?s and the $200 tab. For us, we?ll take the great food and spirits and pocket the difference for a slightly less knowledgeable and efficient waitstaff. Taverna is well worth the drive to Conroe!
- Pros: Great reasonably priced wines, unique menu items prepared well
- Cons: Waitstaff not as "refined" as other upscale eateries, spotty service speed
07/30/08
Astounding establishment none like it in Conroe!!!****
by Nurse31 at Citysearch
Be prepared to be astounded! Energetic staff with exquisite wine list and versatile menu prepared with an artistic flare. Not your typical wine list at all. They have made the decision easy for you by listing the wine by its vintage and characteristics. It is unlike most restaurants where you feel intimidated by the list and if you need help the wait staff or owner is there to help your wine selection. Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chianti, and so on goes the list. Definitely a place for the palate to be awakened and your palate will appreciate the remarkable tastes from the soup, salads, appetizer, entree, and then to finish with an exquisite desert to eat there or take home for later. I recommend going on an empty stomach and trying everything. Nothing needs to be improved. The prices are just right and make having a dinner none like any other to be compared to. The ambiance is relaxing, romantic and eclectic. We will be regulars for sure. Need I say more, this is a highly recommended establishment *5 Star treatment here*
- Pros: Wine list, Menu selection & service
- Cons: None
04/20/08
DO NOT RECOMMEND!...........Waited for food, small salad
by NGinSpring at Citysearch
unless you want to wait 10 minutes for your glass of wine, 30 minutes for a meal and pay too much.
We ate there last night, and I ordered a salad after asking the waiter if it was a good-sized salad; he told me absolutely. It turned out to be the size of a very small dinner salad, and was so scimpy on the candied walnuts, I literally could count them: 4 total. I paid $90 for a meal of this soup and tiny salad, chicken for my spouse, wine, and left hungry as heck, and disappointed in the time it took to get served. We ate on the veranda where they advertise a pond,trees. We saw trees, no ponds....
WOULD NOT RECOMMEND!!!!!!!
- Pros: Wine ok
- Cons: long wait for wine and food...short of staff?
The Details on Taverna Winery & Restaurant
The Extras:
The on-site shop sells unique gifts and kitchen items, including wine accessories, custom florals, finished furniture, private-label spices, wines and gift baskets.
Look Good:
Try the wine flight sampler and taste five wines for $5.
Where to Sit:
On a nice day, check out the veranda, where diners can enjoy wafting scents from the herb garden.
Happy Hour:
Wednesdays 4pm to 7pm feature $5 wine tastings (5 wines) and $3 tastings (red, white, sparkling). On Thursdays from 4pm to 7pm, enjoy $3 wine tastings.
When to Go:
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy live music on the lawn on Sundays from 3pm to 7pm. Free entry; beer and wine specials.
Fun Fact:
The restaurant is run by Executive Chef Richard Knight, who was named grand champion of the Best Bites competition at the 2006 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, and James Silk, a London restauranteur and master butcher.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List
