A few weeks ago I asked Jack, my four year old, what he wanted to eat for dinner and he replied, “I want to go the Tavern, Mom.” Now, let’s get this straight, I didn’t ask him where he wanted to go for dinner, I asked him what he wanted to eat. I have to say that my husband Rich and I were happy to oblige.
Second House Tavern has been one of our favorite spots since opening last year. The owners, Jon (also father of two really awesome young boys) and Abbey, are gracious and accommodating as is the staff—very important when with children. We go on the early side (5-6pm) and typically eat in the Grill Room or backyard (great space for kids to run around) for more casual dining. Perfect timing for the $30 three-course prix fixe from 5-6:30pm 7 days a week. When with my Nana (who is 90 and loves “fine” dining) we enjoy the Tavern Dining Room for a more sophisticated yet down to earth menu. Kids welcome too!
A few words on typical kids’ menu choices—I have grown tired of burgers, chicken fingers and pasta. How about grilled chicken, broiled fish, some kind of vegetable! That is how I feed Jack at home thus I prefer to feed him that way when out (though I do cave at times). On our last family visit to the Tavern, I asked Jon if I could order grilled chicken and a vegetable for Jack. No problem! We were served the most delicious chicken and asparagus. Jon, Abbey and staff are flexible. Ask and you shall receive!
Atmosphere
Everything about the Tavern is casual and down to earth. It is clean, comfortable and on the cozy side (for a fairly big restaurant).
Menu Favorites (GR—Grill Room; TDR—Tavern Dining Room)
• Fire Roasted Tomato Soup (GR)
• “Grill Room” Chopped Salad (GR)
• Margherita Pizza (great entrée for the kids) (GR/TDR)
• Lobster Sliders (GR)
• Lump Crab (TDR)
• Vegetarian Cassoulet (GR/TDR)
• Gunpowder Chicken (GR/TDR)
• Montauk Black Bass (TDR)
Cool Kid Add-Ons
• Huge outdoor sandbox in front parking lot area
• Great back lawn with outdoor dining
• Wiki Stix (colorful wax sticks) to keep your kids busy for quite some time
• Spacious dining area for kids to walk around if necessary
• High chairs
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