Taverna Raw Bar & Plancha

Ingrid

3.0

We decided to try Taverna Raw Bar & Plancha because we saw the seafood tower advertised online, but when we arrived we were told it was from an old menu & is no longer offered. That was disappointing, & unfortunately it wasn't the only item they were out of.

We ordered a Prosecco, but they had run out. To their credit, they upgraded us to a nicer bottle of rosé bubbly for the same price, which we appreciated. We also ordered a dozen oysters but they only had six left.

The food was a mixed bag. The tuna tartare was fresh but needed more seasoning. The clam chowder was just okay. We expected the charred cauliflower to be a warm side dish, but it was actually served as a cold salad. The grilled octopus was underwhelming-just one tentacle-& although we ordered fries with it, we were served a few wilted vegetables instead.

Service was slow even though the restaurant was nearly empty. The servers were friendly & polite, so no complaints there.

Overall, it was a disappointing experience. Between the outdated online menu, several unavailable items, inconsistent food, & slow service, it's not a restaurant we would return to.

Jean

5.0

⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐? Outstanding & Immersive!
The Taverna Raw Bar & Plancha is a true gem! We have lived in the Hudson area for years & this is by far the best licensed restaurant in the area.
The open concept makes it very intimate & personal. Being able to interact with Chef Jay & request dishes prepared in a custom manner, with Maitre d'D Paul offering an excellent wine selection & Heather covering with mixologist drinks, makes for a truly memorable gastronomic evening. Head Chef Tino ensures a amazing menu of bold flavours & flawlessly fresh oysters, fish & sea food. A must-visit! Jean C

Victoria

5.0

We chose this spot at the last minute on a Saturday before heading to a play at the Hudson Village Theatre, & we got there just in time before the place was fully booked. It was a wonderful surprise! We had just gotten back from a vacation in the maritimes & walking in there felt like we had never left. Their specialty is seafood & cocktails (but do have other choices) & my lobster roll was even better than the one I had in PEI! (I regret not taking a picture of it for this review). The stunning eclectic bar made us feel like we had walked into a secret speakeasy. The decor was very cool & classy & the bar stools / chairs were really comfortable. Loved their music playlist choices, playing at the perfect sound level so that it was easy to have a pleasant conversation. Paul, the restaurant manager/barman made us feel right at home & had a very refined, & delicate subtle attention to detail. It was also nice to see the chefs working & oyster chucking passionately & at ease in their open-concept kitchen. The Taverna is now our favourite hidden'pearl' in the area, & we look forward to going back.

Van

5.0

Amazing restaurant with the best atmosphere & tastiest food. Highly recommend to anyone in the West Island area, a gem of a restaurant! Jess is also amazing, great server & bartender 😊 Will definitely be back!

Ian

2.0

The server was very nice but all of the tables next to us on the patio had not been cleared so not the best ambience. It would have taken 2 mins to clear up the mess. 1. The clam chowder came out brown & cold the first time - 2nd time it was white, creamy & hot & was actually quite nice. 2. The salmon tartare had no flavour & was on a base of watery guacamole that looked like it came out of a package 3. The tuna tartare was tasty but the fish looked like it had been cut with a blunt knife or put through a blender. The octopus was actually quite nice. So 1 out of 4 dishes made for a pretty dissapointing meal. To finish the night off a local drunk got kicked out of the restaurant & proceeded to run up & down main with bare feet - which was the highlight of the night.

Angelika

5.0

I had the pleasure of working with Jessica, the manager at Tawerna Raw Bar & Plancha, to organize my husband's 60th birthday party. From the start, Jessica exceeded every expectation, coming back the same day with a custom menu for 14 people that perfectly captured my vision. She listened to every detail & delivered an experience that was absolutely perfect. The chefs at Tawerna did an outstanding job-the food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. The entire staff was accommodating & helpful, making sure everything ran smoothly. Jessica's quick responses & attention to detail made the whole process stress-free. Tawerna is a true gem in Hudson Village, & I highly recommend Jessica & her team for your next event!

Normand

4.0

Surprenant comme endroit & de son décor sobre. Resto fait en L ressemblant à un ancien snack bar modernisé. Capacité d'environ 30 personnes. La playlist musicale était excellente bien que le volume un peu trop fort. Je donne un 5 étoiles pour le service car la serveuse était continuellement disponible pour notre groupe de 15 avec un beau sourire. J'ai commandé un streak-frite qui m'a laissé bouche-bé à la réception de mon assiette ( voir la photo ). Les frites bien que délicieuses, elles étaient collées. Heureusement qu'il y avait des entrées de prévues avant le plat principale ( voir les photos ). Le service comportait 3 plats pour 5 personnes ( poutine aux gnocchis, je vous reviens pour les deux autres. Ma blonde avait commandé un steak seignant mais trop cuit. La cuisinière est venue lui apportez le petit morceau de steak selon sa cuisson & j'ai hérité du morceau trop cuit. J'aimerais que l'on m'explique le concept de la grosseur du morceau de viande qui a sûrement sa raison d'être. Le choix des desserts est exquis & somptueux au goût de chacun ( voir la photo). Ils ont un grand choix de boissons alcoolisées & j'ai mis notre choix de vin sans aucun regret. Est-ce que je recommande ce resto?....OUI Bonne découverte à vous tous