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    Soco Tavern

    4.0 (40 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Trashcan nachos
    Zach M.

    Relatively new spot that plays on traditional American bar food (nachos, pizza, sandwiches etc) with a short selection of unique entrees and speciality dishes. Two large bars (one inside and one out) with plenty of TVs to watch the game. Smaller quieter more family friendly seating available as well. My only complaint was that it was too much sometimes. Too much queso on the nachos, sandwiches were too big they got messy quickly. But overall absolutely delicious, friendly and attentive staff. When in the area I'll be back and trying something different!

    House Made Chips (Complimentary)
    Josh T.

    Stopped in to check out the new Soco Tavern. It was fairly busy but we were still able to get parking and a table with no issues. The interior looks amazing after the remodel and upgrades the new owners made. The open kitchen is a nice touch, and there is lots of cool art on the walls. Our server was very friendly and brought over some complimentary House Made Chips (which were awesome). We tried the Giant Pretzel for an appetizer and that was really good as well. We ended up sharing a couple of their pizzas. We went with a Classic Cheese and The Necker. Both were good, however could have been cooked a little longer to crisp then underside (had alot of flop), but they had great flavor and re-heated well for leftovers as well.

    The braised short rib I ordered 10 days ago.
    Mike J.

    I'm not even much of a yelper but I feel the need to publicly express my disappointment. I visited the Soco Tavern 10 days ago for the first time since it was the Ice Chest. I'm newly back to the area. I ordered a stuffed quahog and the braised short rib and it was AMAZING. I went back again to watch the Superbowl and had the honey hot pepperoni pizza which was SO good. I was excited to return today. Again I ordered the stuffed quahog and the braised short rib. I didn't even look at a menu. I was so excited to enjoy this meal again. However, this time the stuffed quahog was just so-so. Very dry. Fine. It was the short rib I was really looking forward to. However, the dish I received was a pale comparison to the dish I received just 10 days ago. The photos tell the story.

    Chips
    Kimberley L.

    Food is unique and very tasteful. Service was outstanding ambience clean open acoustics were good so you could listen to your partner plenty of parking.

    Portuguese Spring Rolls
    Nicole M.

    Four hours into our road trip and it was time for late lunch so we stopped here-- and wow am I glad we did! Everything is top notch, creative, delicious and fresh, from the chips served when we were seated to the wonderful s'mores bread pudding (where even the fluff is house made)! There were no misses on the food. The Portuguese spring rolls were a fun tasty spin with a wonderful texture and not greasy as they could be, and the sauce and pickled ginger were a great complement. The drunken burrata pizza was terrific and well balanced, with the perfectly crunchy-chewy crust offering the perfect base for the savory sausage and vodka sauce with bright wedges of tomato and just the right amount of heat from the red pepper. We asked for the burrata on one side for my current dietary restriction (sad!) and they happily obliged, but from my husband's report it was a nice cool creamy finish to the flavors (which were already wonderful on their own.) Last but not least the bread pudding is a big win: decadent and moist with nice crunchy graham pieces and the brûléed fluff finishing it off perfectly. I have to also call out how exceptional our server Tara was. She was so kind and impressively efficient - she checked in with us about our timing while foreseeing and meeting every need we had, which was really above and beyond. She refilled our drinks before we'd even think of asking, and dropped our check before we asked, moving everything along quickly and kindly, making the experience all the more wonderful. If there were server Olympics she'd be a gold medalist for sure. If I lived around here I'd be back no doubt: great ambiance while having space for big parties, and the bar looks massive and inviting too. Don't miss this spot!

    Chicken and biscuit
    Rose M.

    Wow, not sure where to begin. Love that you can make reservations ahead of time online and I highly recommend that you do. Great place for large parties. We had absolute amazing service for our large party. My granddaughter wanted spinach as a veggie and it actually is not a side dish. However, they accommodated her request without issue. This place is so amazing and delicious! We had anywhere from salad to pizza. The pizza was stone fired and we decided to make our own. It was out of this world and we left craving more as it really hit the taste buds. The oysters were local from Westport and succulent. It was served w a frozen mignonette, which I thought was weird. Taste was good but just not my preference. Chicken and biscuit dish was a large portion and perfect. Seafood platter, perfect. Clam chowder, thick, creamy, and very tasty. Full bar. Great cocktails. Quahog served on a bed of seaweed, which was very aesthetically pleasing. We will definitely come back for more next trip in the area.

    Cocktail
    Eric M.

    This is the new and hottest spot in the area and I can see why! Beautiful restaurant with multiple dine in and bar areas to it. My friend and I were served by Layla who was so sweet and kind. Brought over some water and the house chips which were fantastic! I would buy by the bag. Each of us had a mocktail and cocktail, my friends cider one was a bit heavier on the tequila than the cider and I enjoyed my mocktail. Had the Portuguese spring rolls, cute little twist to a classic dish, came out hot, big portion just wish it had a bit more Chourico to it. My friend got the chicken and waffles and as a culinary chef she was impressed how juicy the chicken was, great gravy on topped and enjoyed the biscuit. I had the short rib and it was fantastic! Loved the mashed as well and great flavor to the sauce. Finished off with the s'mores bread pudding, easily one of the best I've ever had I just wish it would have a scoop of vanilla ice cream to it, would be perfect! Overall I would definitely come back again, there was several tables around us getting the pizza from the stone oven which looked fantastic!

    Dinning room mural of Fairhaven history.
    Andrew S.

    Great place, awesome people, beautiful decor. I have been five times since opening and will be there many more times. Have tried so many items, all have been so good. Simple menu, great food. Nice addition to our little town.

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    Everything here is great but bring back the best of the best - Beef the Odds ! The amazing short rib sandwich !

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    One of the best place I've gone too.. service was excellent and food was great ...great atmosphere

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    Wow!! The new decor and hand painted murals!!! Great food and friendly service! Great place for a casual lunch with friends.

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