Meritage an Urban Tavern at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Meritage an Urban Tavern at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Lindsey

   Omaha1 review

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Friendly and good food. Service left something to be desired—empty drinks through most of the experience.
   

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   Jason VIP

   Las Vegas3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Fantastic food and service. We are there twice during our stay. The manager and staff were very accommodating
   

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   Summer

   Los Angeles1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 7, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We had a mixed experience. We brought our two small children under 10. The chef was kind enough to make some modifications so that our oldest could eat as he has a severe allergy. The food, however, took over 45 minutes to come out. The staff wasn’t very attentive other than sitting us down and taking our order. The dinner was very expensive for what we got. We aren’t planning on going to the restaurant again even though we will be at the resort for the week.
   

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   CGal VIP

   New York City6 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Took our server 20 minutes to arrive at the table after being sat. Server was obviously inconvenienced by having to take our order. Was upset when the children didn’t order off of the children’s menu and made an audible huff. After drinks were delivered, he did not show up again. Drinks were empty for 30 minutes. I was finally able to get his attention to ask why it had been an hour waiting on 3 appetizers and a pasta dish, while other tables who ordered after us, had their food. He stormed off, not allowing us to finish our question. We sat within line of sight of server kiosk and could see him waving his arms to complain to the manager. We got up, asked the manager if we could pay or drink bill because we were over it. The server continued to be belligerent. The manager was wonderful and the drinks were fantastic. Manager promised to speak to server about behavior.
   

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   CharlesH

   Portland4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was just mediocre. The steak frites was marginal. The steak was tough and lacked flavor. The frites had some weird spice on it. They were edible but plain well cooked fries would have been better. The roasted Brussels sprouts were good. Came with a nice cherry sauce. Cooked well -/ charred on the outside and tender crisp inside. Overall the food didn’t justify the price.
   

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   Janel VIP

   Central Coast23 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 10, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   The food was not good, very bland. Wouldn't go back
   

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   lois

   Denver19 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Resort hotel restaurant atmosphere. Food was good . Slow night so not busy. We sat at the bar and the bartender/server was very attentive to our needs but not overwhelming.
   

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   Eric

   San Diego2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service. Great food. Excellent menu choices. Highly recommend it.
   

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   Elizabeth VIP

   Greater Boston35 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Knowledgeable server, delicious meal. Very loud, but the property is very busy with a conference.
   

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    Diane VIP

    Hawaii7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Just wanted to love this restaurant as we are new to the area. Love the setting and outdoor seating. Food was expensive (kids meals $18) and just mediocre. Ordered seafood dish that was sent back as it was definitely spoiled. Was fortunate not to have gotten ill. Unfortunately, doubt we will be back due to quality of food and prices.
    

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