Taverna Ouzo
| Address: | 146 Applegarth Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831, USA |
| Phone: | +1 609-426-9700 |
| Site: | tavernaouzo.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | 11:30AM–9PM 11:30AM–9PM 11:30AM–9PM 11:30AM–9PM 11:30AM–10PM 11:30AM–10PM 11:30AM–9PM |
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Danika C
The food is beyond delicious, and theyre creative with presentation. However, give yourself lots of extra time as service was incredibly slow. Between the octopus appetizer and our main courses, we waited nearly 45 minutes. When taking away our octopus appetizer, he assured us that the food was almost done. In fact, he assured us 3 more times that it was almost done. We were in a nearly empty restaurant (only 1 other table besides us), so it was quite hard to imagine what was taking the chefs/kitchen so long. Our delicious lunch- Octopus! Never before in all my greek restaurant going days have I ever tasted such a soft, succulent and juicy octopus. At close to $19, this platter is very worth it. It comes with red peppers, also delicious, and you must dip it in the lemony/vinaigrette sauce it comes with Bread- comes with your meal, but fresh, hot pita and so good with their olive oil/pepper dip. I also enjoyed the 4 red and green olives that it was served with Spanakopita- if you like spinach and feta, youll love the way this traditional dish is presented- in a light, flaky pastry! I so enjoyed this, especially the delightful crust. They were definitely not stingy with the ingredients as I could tell each bite was packed with spinach pie Yiouvetsada sti gastra (lamb shank in homemade pasta)- basically, a super tender and juicy lamb shank in spaghetti with sweet sauce. This was filling and pretty delicious, a great choice if youre looking for meat and some comfort food If youre reading the menu here, or on the website, make sure you bring a couple of extra dollars. Theyve since increased the prices since publishing them. Everything we ordered was about $2-3 more than previously read online.
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Todd Goldin
This is a favorite between my brother and I. Honestly, I work nearby, and when I first went with a coworker, I knew that Ouzo had been around for awhile. I tried it for lunch then, and when I had my gyro platter, saw all that it came with, and loved every bit of it, I knew right away Id be back! Thus, the next time, it was for dinner, and it was then that my brother started to join me. Weve honestly never had a bad experience there, and while wed go more often, we dont want to go too much! This is one of those places where you cant go wrong. Everythings authentic (even the decor will make you believe it), made to order, and paced just right! Just leave room for the rice pudding for dessert. I did last time, and, surprisingly, it was warm from being right out of the oven. Honestly, being so, I was a little taken aback, as Id never had it that way before. However, its just as heavenly warm as it is cold, something I totally didnt expect. When youre craving Greek food, this is where you go. You neednt look any further!
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Mathieu Sharp
Used to be our go-to Greek place. The service has plummeted and the prices have gone up. Ordered take-out, was directed to the bar as place of pick up. I stood 6 feet from the bartender as he joked around with a couple sitting at the bar. Despite making eye contact a few times, he continued talking without acknowledging I was standing there waiting. After almost 5 minutes, he turned and asked "if I needed help". Between the seemingly disinterested staff and the raise in price, it will be the last visit. Jimmys Greek Grill in Spotswood is WELL worth the extra 15 minute drive, GREAT service, great food and large portions sizes (Gyros come with sides). The Food is very good, but with other options, not worth it.
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Toni Krasnic
Great lunch menu with plenty of options, including lamb and chicken gyros. We tried the European Bronzini (Sea Bass) imported from Greece and it was fresh and nicely done. Fresh olives and salads. Place gets busy so food could take a while to arrive. Friendly service. Lots of parking.
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Hari Cadambi
The food and atmosphere here was awesome. Id like to particularly call out the very warm and friendly hostess (also the owner/manager I think). She interacted with the kids and also offered suggestions and information about the food. And the gyro wrap was very tasty indeed.
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Jon Smith
Food excellent. Greek is not a favourite, but some of the starters and main courses were delicious. Only dropped a star as our section was incredibly warm. And seemed staff could do nothing to help.
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clmnj58
Wow. what a great place. the food was delicious. honestly, I felt like I was at a friends house eating a fabulous meal cooked by their very talented grandmother. Go! this place is a keeper.
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Charles Ruggieri
The Best Greek food this side of Greece. The grilled octopus just melts in your mouth, and the grilled bronzini was to die for. Enjoy a special evening at Taverna Ouzo
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Nicole Rolo
I tried to call for a reservation and got only a busy signal. Drove by but it looks to be permanently closed. Too bad its my moms birthday and she loved that place
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Bruce Forman
Food is good. Not enough service staff. You can wait forever for your main course. Its a shame the ownership doesnt realize or doesnt care.
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Nolan Lewin
Tastefully decorated with a great menu of seafood and grilled Greek specialties . Moderately priced but quality is exceptional
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Celia Payen
The food was really good, we had calamari as appetizer and I got lamb. They are also open on Sunday which was great for us.
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Scott Conklin
Absolutely wonderful food, staff is great, always treated like family! Off the beaten path, but absolutely a must to try!
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Nessy Davis
Everything I have had here has been no less than amazing, especially the octupus, but on the pricier side...
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Kelly Chiavarini
I cant say enough good things about this place, the food is outstanding and the hospitality is excellent.
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Stephen Madd
Love this Place, Food is Great with nice size potions, service is Excellent, and the cost is moderate.
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Larry A. Harrison
Small portions of well prepared dishes served very slowly. Slowest service that I have ever experienced.
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anna lascurain
I go here regularly and have never had a bad meal.warm friendly atmosphere and good service.
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Rob Paris
Meat plate, meat plate, go in tummy, me so hungy, me so hungy! Huge meat plate!
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Michael Turetsky
Great atmosphere and wonderful food. Very friendly place Go and enjoy the menu
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Αποστολος Α
Greek people and greek original food are the best!!!! Giv me one more time! ;-)
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Kim Kim
love this place, food is good everytime. must order their flaming cheese.
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ankur sinha
Their greek drink ouza Palermo was off the hook. Moussaka was good too.
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Daniel Powell
The food was decent, but it is hard to justify the price for the meal.
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A Private User
Excellent quality and quantity. Best tatziki in years
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Gurvinder Parmar
Lovely staff, good food...I come here for lunch.
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Carla Dekonink
Love love love this place best greek food ever
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Alan Tikotsky
Delicious food ! Nice people ! Not expensive !
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John Kelley
Serving Greek Food beyond excellent! !!!!!!!
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Rohit Ramachandran
You have to really really like Greek food
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Mark P
Best Greek place in Central NJ by far.
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Mike Sgalambro
great greek. and not overly priced
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Ronald Roth, Jr
Great restaurant! Excellent food!
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Patricia Lang
Great food. Wonderful experience.
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sid dash
Great good and amazing service
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Keyser Soze
great authentic Greek cuisine
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David Singer
Very good food for New Jersey
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Jorge R
Good food a little expensive.
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Katia Todorova
Very good food!
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Steve Cohen
Good food
