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    508 Tavern

    4.7 (420 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Fernando G.

    We haven't been to 508 Tavern in a while, but it's good to see local businesses maintaining their consistency. Service is always good and attentive, the brews are refreshing, and the food menu still offers our favorites. As a bonus they offer many daily specials. The atmosphere overall is aways inviting and we enjoy having seats on the front patio and watching the occasional classic cars go by. Keep it up guys and see again soon.

    Sylvain B.

    This is a long due update... Service has drastically improved as well as Happy Hours specials, seating, staff and the possibility to seat outside in a covered patio! In my previous (3 stars) review, I highlighted a huge disappointment in wait time. However, the last 2 times I went there, the service was prompt and professional, the food awas as good as before, not to say better thus I must update to 4 stars! Vibe is getting better, plenty of families enjoy the patio. I'll go back and try more!

    Bridgette B.

    As I am such a creature of habit this is, after many years, still one of our staple go to spots. It's just off the Paseo Vista downtown/south Santa Fe Ave area. I absolutely L*O*V*E when there's good consistency to places. The spicy Korean bbq tacos continue to be amazing!!! Cheese curds delish! And a tall wonderful pineapple cider is appreciated. We always receive service with a smile!! We've enjoyed sitting in all areas. The front patio porch, the inside (cozy) and the back/side patio regions. Check out their sites for the fun events that are held here! *only qualm is the tap water is NOT good.

    Cheese Curds. Small, irregularly-shaped chunks of cheese, battered and fried. The flavor is milky and mildly salty.
    Jenn R.

    While we were drinking at Burgeon Beer Co. (across the street), we saw a QR code on our table to different restaurants from which we could order food from and have it delivered right to our table. Just make sure to add the note, "Burgeon at the Grove," at check out so they know where it should be delivered. THE FOOD. - Cheese Curds | Small, irregularly-shaped chunks of cheese, battered and fried. The flavor is milky and mildly salty. It also comes with a side of aioli for dipping. Nice, tasty appetizer. That's all we got from here, but their menu has much more to offer and would love to come back to try out other dishes.

    Korean BBQ tacos

    Great service and great food. Prices are very reasonable too. We will definitely be back.

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    Erich C.

    My friends would rave about 508 Tavern and it's long been on my list to try out. The main reason we didn't try earlier is because they don't have A/C and it was a bit on the smaller side. If you don't find a seat inside, you're relegated to sit on the patio which I think used to be their parking lot. Parking is on the street, so you may have to walk a bit. Being November, we opted to try Taco Tuesday. Most of the tacos are around the $2-3 mark and the reviews were all positive. We came and ordered all the tacos, each of us got three different one. We also got some beer, wine and a milk shake. The tacos were just "ok" to me, really not that special. They are street taco sized, and we've had much better versions at other places and food trucks. The Spicy Korean BBQ taco was not spicy and had too much liquid in it (see pic). The shrimp taco was my favorite of all I tried. The included tiny salsa had zero heat. The venue is very small, but there are two TV's inside and the chairs are padded (but the bench inside is not). They have about 10 beers on draft along with a draft cider and kombucha. (FYI - the blonde is very light & tasty, would recommend). Service was good, even though they were quite busy around 5:30pm. There is no happy hour, only daily specials (i.e. Taco Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Thirsty Thurs, Slider Saturday, etc.) and beer prices are around $8 for a pint. I would be willing to try the wings & sliders, but for tacos I'd think we would pass on trying those again.

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    Grace T.

    It was a Saturday adventure. Hubby chose 508 tavern. We were looking for somewhere new to try. They had a little parking lot behind the restaurant. And we parked there. When we walked in, it's a tiny bar with bar seating and some tables. The patio is THE place to be. There are a couple of high table tops, some picnic tables and patio chairs and tables. It's very chill. We ordered mango habanero wings , sure and turf tacos and calamari. Everything was super fresh!!! We found our new place for wings!!!! Yay!!! The tacos I had were surf and turf tacos. Fresh fish tacos and Korean beef tacos. So delicious I even ate the onions!!! The calamari looked a little greasy, but honestly, the batter was so light!!!it was delicious!!! We will be back! Have to add that this place is dog friendly.

    Lucy P.

    I love La La!!!! She was our server and made our night so much fun. The food was delicious too. Had the chorizo fries (which she recommended- so glad she did) and the wings! The habanero honey sauce was deeeelish. Definitely recommend this place :)

    Stuffed Fried Olives and Wild Caught Fish Tacos

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    Good food and beer. Environment is ok. Might a little bit more color but overall it's a good spot.

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    Ask the Community - 508 Tavern

    Is this place kid friendly?

    Absolutely! There's an outdoor seating area with propane heaters. Lots of families (and dogs). Great servers and selection of draft beer and wine.… Read more

    Do you carry any non alcoholic beer? Do you take reservations?

    Hello, Yes, we offer nonalcoholic beers. And we are on a first come first serve seating rotation.… Read more

    Do you guys have tvs? Wanted to find a new spot to watch college football Saturday, thats near the apartment

    Hi Rocky, We have 2 tv inside and are open on Saturdays from 4pm-10pm.… Read more

    Is it 21+ only?

    Hi, thanks for asking. All ages are welcomed at 508 Tavern.

    Is there A/C for the hot days?

    Hi Erich, unfortunately we don’t have A/C but we do get a wonderful cross breeze on the patio.

    Are you able to bring your own wine?

    Yes, as long as it’s not a brand we carry. There’s a $10 corkage fee per bottle.

    I'm also wondering if there's a Happy Hour? Or is it just the daily specials?

    Daily specials

    Are there vegetarian options?

    Yes. Deep fried feta stuffed green olives, caprese salad, garlic Parmesan fries, house made hummus and veggies, and BEER!! ? Those are the veggie options I've had there. All… Read more

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