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    The Owl Tavern

    4.1 (150 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    THE OWL TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    John G.

    Went here with some friends. Food was very good. The Texas Twinkies were fun and tasty. I ordered the braised short rib special which was very satisfying. The service was friendly and stopped by often to check in with us. It has an old time miner vibe and has a very interesting history. The server told us about the haunted booth and the things that go on throughout the restaurant that can't be explained. Almost forgot... they make a great cocktail.

    Mary P.

    Visited March 11 2026...see my receipt as always. It was a lovely day in Grass Valley and decided to come into the Owl after a long drive. They open at 11am. I had the Texas twinkies which are filled with pork and cream cheese and then fried inside a large jalapeño. Delicious and so was the dipping sauce! I also enjoyed a glass of wine while sitting outside for a bit. Plenty of inside and outside seating. DOG FRIENDLY outside! It's a classy yet casual place with a full bar. I have been going here for several years and it has changed hands many times but this owner has it dialed in! Great relaxing time in a beautiful environment. Friendly waitress ( I think her name is Heather). Btw. They have awesome steaks!

    Texas Twinkies and Wedge Salad
    Sue J.

    It was a beautiful day to eat outside in the shady side of the street. It took us a while to figure out what we wanted and the waitress was so kind and patient. The Wedge Salad and Texas Twinkles were delicious. Texas Twinkles were not hot, only warm.

    Cool old Timey bar
    Jay T.

    We had seen this place before during our previous visit but never made it inside so we decided to stop by for lunch today. Really enjoyed the historic atmosphere throughout the place and I think everyone was pretty happy with their food. I was pleased to get those Texas Twinkies, which were a bit ridiculous, but tasted wonderful and actually were quite filling as they were packed with brisket and cheese! I heard the fried chicken sandwich was quite good and the macaroni and cheese nicely gourmeted up a bit. Our server was friendly and helpful in selecting our menu choices. This was a fun place for lunch and we definitely enjoyed our time here and would return on our next visit to grass Valley.

    Steak frites - yum
    Vanessa D.

    Oohhh I did not realize this spot excited and glad I stumbled upon it. Delicious. I was craving red meat and of course got the steak frites. I got it with truffle fries. I'm pretty sure the steak was supposed to be 8oz. Idk if it's been a long time since I've seen 8 ounces because that steak looked massive. And the amount of fries was just as insane as well. Am not complaining because it was all so delicious. I asked for a side of the aioli that comes with the truffles and the chimichurri aioli (that one was meh). To drink I had a Shirley Temple. Service was great. Love the ambiance. I looked at the dessert menu and everything is made in house. I'm so mad for eating so much of the main course because I want ALL THE DESSERTS. Will definitely be back.

    Bacon grilled cheese and shrimp cocktail
    James C.

    I had one of the most amazing meals this afternoon with my family for my mothers birthday! Great staff experience with a wide variety of craft drinks and excellent food. The environment is low key and low light with a unique atmosphere that we thoroughly enjoyed. I will absolutely be dining here again

    Bartenders at the Owl Tavern in Grass Valley, Ca
    Suzie L.

    Enjoy the atmosphere and the bartenders make some really yummy drinks. I've had a couple appetizers from their Menu that are really good. GarlIc Fries, Mac w/ Cheese. Stop and visit The Owl Tavern next time in town.

    Texas Twinkies appetizers
    Joyce B.

    Dine into the past. From the moment you walk in, you are welcomed by the friendly staff. The food is excellent and there was a variety of menu choices to please our party of 4: From filet mignon to salmon to prime rib dip to portobello mushroom entrees accompanied by a choice of 2 sides with each entree. We were all happy with our selections. We were pleasantly surprised with the unique appetizer of Texas Twinkies. The presentation in shot glasses with individual servings for 3 people was fun. The Billy Blue Bread was our only disappointment. There's ample free parking in the back, and check out the Del Oro Theatre when you're in the vicinity. The tavern is located in a pedestrian promenade with many interesting shops. Enjoy!

    Paul on is on - duty fabulous a bartender !! come on in , OMG , he can make anything my dream honestly came true,  a song  a dream...
    Robinlee S.

    From washing hands to meeting Justine, we relaxed, relying upon his knowledge of "tonight's fresh catch. To the awesome mixology of Justine, we were entertained, with tempting smells as we awaited our dinner

    Annaise R.

    The food and service is great. I really enjoy coming here food drinks and appetizers are all very good. Photos from 2 different visits.

    Salmon  with rice.

    Let's think what do I not like about this restaurant? Atmosphere? No service? No greeting when you walk in? No. Ok, it is perfect. But what I love the most is the chef. The salmon was cooked to perfection. But before you take your first bite is looks awesome. See pic..

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    Replying to owner ... there were six of us and no we all weren't intoxicated. And the food was horrible so no thank you.

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    Ask the Community - The Owl Tavern

    What are the Texas Twinkies?

    Texas Twinkies are a jalapeño stuffed with brisket and cream cheese and then wrapped in bacon and rolled in cornflakes and fried to perfection. Served with truffle aioli. They are delicious!!!

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    ZERO stars actually. We went to a special event tonight and couldn't have been more disappointed in…read morethe service and food quality. After our table mates were served we sat for almost 45 minutes before we were notified they lost our order AND the special we order had sold out. Yet, even after they told us they were out of chicken they continued to serve the special to the table next to us. After we selected something else from the menu another 20 minutes passed before we were served. The CA Cobb salad was about as big as a side plate and hardly any chicken and the hamburger was overcooked and WAY over seasoned. 2 hours from walking in the door to getting served. They tried to make amends by comping our meal..I understand restaurants can run out of food but when you "run out" you serve the people who put their order in 30 minutes before the latecomers are served. The event was good but there is EXTREMELY limited parking. The interior was hot as it didn't seem like the AC was working at first. Bottom line- it's nice to support small businesses but this one needs some serious schooling in restaurant management.

    This place seems like a hole in the wall type of joint but when you enter, it's a beautifully…read moredecorated historical space. The bar area is gorgeous with Tiffany lamps seated at some tables. The bartender was so nice when my friend and I visited, hardly anyone was there at the time because they were transitioning to dinner service- I assume, at least. My friend and I both got cocktails (can't remember what they were) and both were good! We decided to try their beet hummus platter which came with lots of delicious and fresh toppings along with some herbaceous focaccia bread. It was one of the best appetizers I have had in a long time. We also ordered the Amaretto Bread Pudding which I guess was a seasonal item at the time- in my opinion, it should be on the menu full-time. It really was that good! Unlike anything I've ever had before, and soaked in that lovely almond flavor with moist and buttery bread pudding. I highly recommend coming here, even if it's just for some small plates!!

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    Beet Hummus + Bread Pudding
    Entrance April 2024

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    A friend recommended this restaurant for my weekend getaway in the area and this was absolutely…read morefantastic, and I'd highly recommend it! We arrived a little early for our reservation and were taken to the bar to wait until our table was ready. Word to the wise, make a reservation as the place gets packed! We decided to share a few things so we could try more and ended up with the following: *Sourdough bread with butter - this was delicious! My only small nit is that I wish the bread was warm. *Stonefruit salad - this was delicious and very fresh *Scallops - absolutely delicious and perfectly seared and cooked! One thing I'll note is that the scallops are very very pricey at over $60 for 5-6 of them. I know it's super fresh and delicious, but this felt like it was overpriced. *Blintzes - we decided to finish with the blitzes for dessert, and these were delicious. Overall, the food was fantastic and the had a very decent selection of wines, and the place was overall very cute and the service very welcoming! Would absolutely highly recommend to anyone who finds themselves in the area.

    What a fantastic surprise! Our meal was simply delicious, and we enjoyed every bite. The chef's…read moreability to create such unique flavors and beautiful presentations is truly special. I highly recommend this restaurant. Had it been located in a larger city, I am certain it would have earned a Michelin star.

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    Opposite hostess stand
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