Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 71 reviews

What Margaret likes about Tarragon Restaurant - Atherton Hotel:
We had an excellent dinner with our group of friends before a show on campus. Service was excellent and the atmosphere was conducive to conversation. We shared the nachos and the crab dip appetizers, which were tasty and also half-price during happy hour. We ordered sandwiches but the entree selections were also available. Portions are generous. This restaurant is somewhat a hidden secret in State College. The food i... View all feedback. What KamelaK doesn't like about Tarragon Restaurant - Atherton Hotel:
Had to wait over 45 min for appetizers and then it was just warm. Also had to ask for our salads and again waited for entree which my daughter ‘s pasta was warm to cold and my mashed potatoes and shrimp cold. Did not want to send food back because did not want to wait an hour again to get it View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
2.9 ★ from 41 reviews
Jovan
08.08.2017 - 12:55

The service was very good, but the food was average; old lime slices, fish not so fresh. I was surprised the chef let the fish tacos leave the kitchen...unaccep...

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Cleve
08.08.2017 - 12:55

Truly fine food served in a very professional manner at an historic setting. A walk through the grounds and seeing the historical pictures are a must. When we...

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Gabriella
08.08.2017 - 12:55

Service sucked. Won't come back. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Bulah
01.11.2017 - 11:16

Ordered the cedar planked salmon specialTerribleServed in a bowl.

Kazys
01.11.2017 - 11:16

At at Kelly's last night, a Saturday, and have been there a few times over the years for both business and pleasure.

Despite the 4-star rating, the restaurant fell short of expectations for many diners. Service was slow, food was often cold or bland, and mistakes were made with orders. However, some positive aspects were mentioned, such as the atmosphere being quiet and conducive to conversation, generous portion sizes, and high-quality food. Overall, the restaurant received mixed reviews, with some recommending it for its unique dining experience and others vowing never to return.

Yelp
4.1 ★ from 12 reviews
Donald
04.07.2024 - 10:57

This restaurant is a hidden gem, tucked away inside the Atherton Hotel. Despite visiting State College for over 29 years, I never knew about its existence. The...

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Cathy
04.07.2024 - 10:57

I made reservations for a party of 5 for a weekend with my parents and family, and we were pleasantly surprised! The hotel lobby was stunning, and the restauran...

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Lynn
04.07.2024 - 10:57

The experience at this restaurant was incredible! The service, wine, food, and ambiance were all fantastic. We enjoyed a glass of local Pinot Grigio and Malbec,...

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Emily
04.07.2024 - 10:57

It's tough (and arguably unfair) to write a review for a restaurant I didn't eat at. I get that State College closes down when the students aren't around. But i...

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Lynn
04.07.2024 - 10:57

Had dinner here with my friend and his family and for a hotel restaurant, the food was delicious. I got the steak, which was well prepared, but nothing special....

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Opentable
3.9 ★ from 38 reviews
RobertL
29.07.2023 - 07:28

We were taken aback when realizing we were the only guests at Mother's Day dinner! Nonetheless, we were seated and treated very well by our waiter, Eric. We had...

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Annamae
29.07.2023 - 07:28

We were there for graduation. I felt it was too pricey for the evening. I would like to try it again when you can order off the menu and not be price-gauged for...

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Seefood
29.07.2023 - 07:28

Was somewhat hesitant about this Xmas eve reservation at a restaurant we had never been to; but choices were extremely limited. We were pleasantly surprised wit...

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Severna
29.07.2023 - 07:28

Dining room was empty when we arrived but because the greeter had no record of our Open Table reservation it took a few minutes for us to be seated. (He eventua...

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Charlie
29.07.2023 - 07:28

Enjoyable dinner with fine service. My one suggestion is a larger by the glass wine selection. Having only Nittany Vineyard wines is too limiting

Menupix
4.3 ★ from 6 reviews

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