This was our second time visiting Taberna. Great date night restaurant. The atmosphere leans toward romantic with its low lighting, and cozy candle lit tables. On this visit we had the bacon wrapped dates, chimichurri steak, and honey Chipotle wings. The service was pretty good. I would say it would have been nice to have our water refilled without having to flag someone down. The wings were the highlight of the meal. The dates were as expected. We ordered the steak because it was amazing the first time we came. Unfortunately last night it was not. The portion was slightly smaller than before. The steak was a little over cooked and lacking chimichurri sauce as compared to the first time we had it. I would still highly recommend Taberna. Next time I’ll request my steak med-rare.
Isabella Grandic
Oct 5, 2024
5
Grilled octopus here is SO delicious we ordered a second serving. Ambient candle-lit tapas atmosphere, delightful red sangria to pair with the dishes. Loved the Oyster Mushrooms and Kale, grilled cauliflower, Spanish bruschetta, Grilled Octopus *** (must have), and the sangria. Spanish Cheese plate could be skipped. Try something else from the menu instead! Not enough bread : cheese ratio (low on bread), and the cheeses felt very very similar. And it was >$ than most other tapas.
It’s a bit loud, even late at 8:30pm. But this seems to be a theme for Durham restaurants. However, otherwise it’s a really nice atmosphere to be in!
For the price, while the waiter was super nice, the service was a bit inattentive. They left the dirty plates on our table for a long time and we had to flag down different waiters to order more.
Did not need a reservation on a Friday night.
Impressive wine & beer & sider & cocktail selection.
Several vegetarian options. Better if you eat sea food too. The good news is that 100% of the items from the veg menu were delish!
About $40pp pre-tip
Scott Strine
Sep 14, 2024
5
Excellent food. Great, friendly service. Wonderful location in the center of downtown Durham. Great ambience (perfect lighting, big windows, exposed brick, etc). This is our third visit. This place never disappoints!
Alex Dumas
Sep 6, 2024
5
This place has so many amazing things going on.
Divine food in smaller portions priced way less than average.
Beautiful decor and atmosphere in a great location.
Incredible professional courteous staff.
I sat at the bar and Patrick took extremely great care of me.
I had the short Ribs which were full of melt in your mouth flavor and arrived to my seat about two minutes after I placed my order with Patrick.I had the Flan for dessert which was equally as delicious as the short ribs and arrived just as immediately.
I can't wait to return.
Noelia Bautista
Feb 22, 2024
4
We went Sunday night although it was full there was sit available at the bar which wasn’t bad, the chair was confortable (I like it when high chairs have backs) We ordered Arugula and jamón: was really good, Albóndigas in savory: well but I wouldn’t order it again, Steak in chimichurri: and before to order it I saw a review with this dish with chips so I asked if I can get the same but the guy said no, just comes w fries, which was weird, however the desserts were the best of the dinner Vanilla caramel flan and Dark chocolate mousse, delicious! To drink were Alona wine and wicked weed, in the menu should specify that the beer is no the normal beer if no w strawberry kiwi flavor.
The bad thing is the restroom, just one!!
Vanessa T
Jan 7, 2024
5
My friend and I came here after a DPAC matinee. We love the atmosphere, elegant and comfortable.. We ordered 5 tapas across the menu, and all were delicious and nicely presented. The wine was yummy too. Our waiter was fabulous. This is now one of my go to places for an great dining experience.
R FERGUSON
Jan 6, 2024
5
Loved this place. We had bacon wrapped dates, good. Albondigas, delicious! Stuffed peppers, good. Cheese plate, good. Flan, best I ever had. The room was nicely lit, big windows onto the street and not too bright, not too dark. Service was outstanding. Highly recommend.
