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Colonial-era farmhouse that’s now a spacious dining destination for classic American recipes.
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Address: 500 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332
Phone: (781) 837-1027
Website: http://www.suntavernrestaurant.com/
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Reviews
Jerry Mason
Top quality! Restaurant in a historic home. Best coconut shrimp I’ve had. Top notch fish and chips, as well as the filet mignon. Dessert was hot chocolate mug cake. Delicious and not too big. Perfect. Will be back.
… moreNicole D
Everything about the Sun Tavern was excellent!
Our server (Sam, I believe) was lovely, attentive and helpful.
We ordered drinks, apps, dinner and dessert and each item was perfect.
Apps: hummus- great flavor, pita bread was perfect. Definitely more than your standard hummus!
Lobster ravioli- so good! Rich flavor, perfect to share and have 1 each.
Coconut shrimp- excellent!
Dinner:
We ordered New York Sirloin, Atlantic Salmon, Cod, Fish and Chips and Two Way Duck.
I had the duck- it was So good!! I do not often order duck but decided to try it. The leg was ‘confit’ and the flavor and texture was delicious and tender. I forget how the breast was prepared but it was also wonderful (though I preferred the confit leg!). Each piece of the dinner was flavorful, never overly salty, just delicious.
I tried a bit of the fish and chips and loved the flavor and texture of the batter!! It was not bland like many batters, not sure how best to describe it other than tasty!
Everyone else loved their dinner as well.
Dessert: limoncello cake- yummy!! Not too rich, not too sweet.
Others had an apple bread pudding sort of dessert (not sure exactly what it was called), and they loved it.
We did not see a ghost or experience anything odd, but the experience of being in such an old building was very unique. We sat on the tavern side. The tavern is first come first serve- we arrived at 4:50pm and by the time they opened the door at 5:00, there was a line of a dozen or more. The dining room is reservation, but we enjoyed the cozy tavern and the woodstove. This was a saturday mid winter and there it was packed, so keep that in mind and plan accordingly
… moreOur server (Sam, I believe) was lovely, attentive and helpful.
We ordered drinks, apps, dinner and dessert and each item was perfect.
Apps: hummus- great flavor, pita bread was perfect. Definitely more than your standard hummus!
Lobster ravioli- so good! Rich flavor, perfect to share and have 1 each.
Coconut shrimp- excellent!
Dinner:
We ordered New York Sirloin, Atlantic Salmon, Cod, Fish and Chips and Two Way Duck.
I had the duck- it was So good!! I do not often order duck but decided to try it. The leg was ‘confit’ and the flavor and texture was delicious and tender. I forget how the breast was prepared but it was also wonderful (though I preferred the confit leg!). Each piece of the dinner was flavorful, never overly salty, just delicious.
I tried a bit of the fish and chips and loved the flavor and texture of the batter!! It was not bland like many batters, not sure how best to describe it other than tasty!
Everyone else loved their dinner as well.
Dessert: limoncello cake- yummy!! Not too rich, not too sweet.
Others had an apple bread pudding sort of dessert (not sure exactly what it was called), and they loved it.
We did not see a ghost or experience anything odd, but the experience of being in such an old building was very unique. We sat on the tavern side. The tavern is first come first serve- we arrived at 4:50pm and by the time they opened the door at 5:00, there was a line of a dozen or more. The dining room is reservation, but we enjoyed the cozy tavern and the woodstove. This was a saturday mid winter and there it was packed, so keep that in mind and plan accordingly
Sandra Day
Clam chowder – very good, had flavor. My husband really liked the duck. Can’t tell you how disappointed I was with the lamb shank. No meat. Expensive treat for the dog. Still thinking about it 3 days later. Should have stopped at the chowder!! I’m sad
… moreLisa
Wanted to love this place, but inconsistencies make it difficult. Dinner for 2 w/ a 7pm reservation (after their admitted 5-7 rush) should permit a decent table, but no: we were seated at last table near unisex bathroom & kitchen. Two nearby tables remained empty until we left at 9pm after 2 martinis, 3 courses ea & 1 good priced btl of malbec. We’ll prob return to eat at the bar & try lower priced food, but I do understand some of the negative reviews.
… moreCathy
We went tonight for my wife’s 60th birthday. It was myself, my wife and my adult son. My wife and I got the sirloin and my son got the filet mignon. We had not been there for over a year …it was my wife’s choice of restaurants being a special occasion. It was nothing like we had experienced in the past. The steaks were of low quality and the sides were warm. We are not people to send our food back so we ate it .. You just don’t expect to drop $300 for a meal and leave with a sour taste in your mouth!!
… moreBernhardt A Ochse
have loved The Sun Tavern in Duxbury for over 30 years. The colonial charm, excellent food, and warm hospitality always made it a special place. Sadly, my recent visit was a major disappointment.
The oysters were fresh, but the mussels were overcooked, with several unopened and inedible. Service was careless at best. A simple request for an extra piece of toast with our mussels was refused because “the chef was too busy.” Later, the bartender offered plain bread she had already forgotten to bring.
The wine service was worse. My sister asked to taste a Malbec and was given a one ounce pour in a tiny aperitif glass instead of a proper wine glass. When we questioned it, the manager was curt and dismissive, telling me to lower my voice and insisting “you asked for a taste, and that is what you got.” The owner eventually came out and repeated, “I’ll make it right,” but never explained how. We decided to leave and dined elsewhere, where the hospitality was far better.
Later, I noticed their website only shows reviews from 2014 to 2016, back when the previous owner was in charge. That explains a lot.
The Sun Tavern once set the standard, but it no longer values its guests. Between the poor food, rude service, and lack of hospitality, it is not worth the price. There are far better options nearby.
… moreThe oysters were fresh, but the mussels were overcooked, with several unopened and inedible. Service was careless at best. A simple request for an extra piece of toast with our mussels was refused because “the chef was too busy.” Later, the bartender offered plain bread she had already forgotten to bring.
The wine service was worse. My sister asked to taste a Malbec and was given a one ounce pour in a tiny aperitif glass instead of a proper wine glass. When we questioned it, the manager was curt and dismissive, telling me to lower my voice and insisting “you asked for a taste, and that is what you got.” The owner eventually came out and repeated, “I’ll make it right,” but never explained how. We decided to leave and dined elsewhere, where the hospitality was far better.
Later, I noticed their website only shows reviews from 2014 to 2016, back when the previous owner was in charge. That explains a lot.
The Sun Tavern once set the standard, but it no longer values its guests. Between the poor food, rude service, and lack of hospitality, it is not worth the price. There are far better options nearby.
Arthur Taddei
I was told by a neighbor this place was great. So I showed up a 4:00 and was told to come back at 5:00. Took a drive came back at five and had a seat at the bar .I was the only one in other than a couple at the bar. I sat there for 7 min before the bartender came over. I ordered a Coke and a menu I got the coke 5 min later .I knew what I wanted for food but the bartender kept ignoring me After another 10 min I was so angry with her I put a dollar on the bar and left. I went there to eat not to socialize or entertain a guest. I wanted to be there 1 hr and the service I was getting was going to take 2hrs.I went early so I wouldn’t be there all night. So I cant vouch for the food .I wont go back unless I have all night to kill. It’s ok they lost 100.00
… moreErnie Meads
To be honest my wife and I usually have a great meal. I got the lobster ravioli and cup of chowder.
Chowder salty and not much besides broth.
Ravioli very little lobster.
This visit was not up to the standards were use to at the Tavern
… moreChowder salty and not much besides broth.
Ravioli very little lobster.
This visit was not up to the standards were use to at the Tavern
Bonnie
This is our favorite place for our Valentine’s Day meal. The food is always perfect, and the ambience for a romantic evening is wonderful.
… moreLara’s Cuisine
My favorite restaurant in the area, never disappoints.
There’s a pretty good variety of dishes to choose from, from sophisticated entrees, to burgers and fish and chips.
Meals are prepared at the moment, with good quality and fresh ingredients, which allows modifications and special requests.
Even though vegetarian entrees aren’t on the menu, (but soups and sides are!) the chef will create a special dish for you if requested. The one in the picture was tonight’s dinner: a mix of grains, veggies, and nuts, accompanied by carrots cream.
… moreThere’s a pretty good variety of dishes to choose from, from sophisticated entrees, to burgers and fish and chips.
Meals are prepared at the moment, with good quality and fresh ingredients, which allows modifications and special requests.
Even though vegetarian entrees aren’t on the menu, (but soups and sides are!) the chef will create a special dish for you if requested. The one in the picture was tonight’s dinner: a mix of grains, veggies, and nuts, accompanied by carrots cream.