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TARTARE, Pinehurst, NC

TARTARE

4.5
4.5
39 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French
We are known for our unique dining experience serving various kinds of Tartare: Classic French, Argentinian, Parisa, Tuna, Salmon, Scallops & Avocado. We have in addition a nice selection of Wellingtons: Beef, Salmon, Ratatouille & Cordon Blue. Both our Chefs are from diverse culinary backgrounds (French/Thai) bringing to each plate an array of flavors with a carefully balance to delight your palate. We serve steaks and various pasta dishes including our Ratatouille Pasta, friendly to our vegetarian and vegan dinners. We serve a variety of wines and costumers are welcome to bring their own wine to accompany their evening for $28 corkage fee. Unique to dining experience is our occasional live music played by our Chef. A variety of musical styles performed live for dinners to accompany their evening. Our goal is for you to enjoy a timeless moment, encouraging everyone to leave their everyday life as you enter our doors. Table reservations are for the entire evening. Merci!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Thai French, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 420-2531
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 39 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

39 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was one of the best meals we have ever experienced in PInehurst. I would recommended it highly to anyone who wants a incredible meal for a special event or just a delightful night out.

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  2. JamesL

    Pinehurst

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time and it was excellent. The Chef George was super personable and we loved that he capped off an evening of good food with a little music from his violin. We will definitely go again.

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  3. KellyC

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Second time going - the food is EXCELLENT! A very unassuming restaurant from the outside and in but it is soon becoming my favorite place to eat in the area.

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  4. DaveO

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Great food. Everything my wife and I had was outstanding. My wife had the salmon, I had the duck and we cleaned our plates. As a bonus the chef comes out from the kitchen and plays the violin.

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  5. Magistra

    Pittsburgh

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food here is memorable! I did not know a salad could be a food experience until I had the grilled Caesar! Also the Wellingtons are amazing. I had the salmon; my friend, the beef. Both were just amazing!

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  6. JoeH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Tartare is a unique and definitely worthwhile dining experience. Highly recommended!!!

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  7. JohnS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the atmosphere. Food as always, delicious !

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  8. CarolJ

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved everything about this restaurant! Would highly recommend!

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  9. KeithH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely wonderful restaurant. we were greeted by the chef he answered all her questions. We were never rushed, and the food was the best I’ve had in Pinehurst or Southern Pines absolutely will go back frequently.

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  10. CarolA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful menu choices. Haven’t had anything that was not delicious.

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  11. StephenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience for my birthday dinner, delicious meals and friendly staff.

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  12. JayF

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and the Chef, Jorge, who’s also a classically trainer violinist came out and played for the table. If you’re looking for a restaurant to relax and enjoy a delicious and meticulously crafted meal, this is the spot.

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  13. DonnaS

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dinners there are always a treat. The service is friendly, accommodating and efficient. Appetizers: The Parisian style tartare was great and served with homemade tostones. French onion soup was really tasty. Our favorite salad is the grilled caesar. Dinner was a preparation of filets mignon. The filets were of such quality you could cut them with table knives and prepared to a perfect medium rare. With drinks, about 125 per person. Right now Chef George is really on his game with the best restaurant in Pinehurst.

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  14. BrynH

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I down there recently for my birthday. Everyone was very attentive, and it was very nice to meet the chef/owner. The meals were absolutely delicious and we will be happy to return as soon as we can! 

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  15. AlissaV

    Columbus

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience1
    Everything about our experience was disappointing. We had a seen a positive review on next door and thought we’d try it out. The appetizers were ok, not great. All three of us thought the main courses were over cooked with a poor. Atmosphere was lame, that of a strip mall. Service was poor, food luke warm and took forever. Extremely price for experience.

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  16. DawnS

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional ! Food was Outstanding And the service was fabulous! The Chef is wonderful and welcoming. This is a hidden gem.

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  17. KiKi0410

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent. We tried the tartare (Argentinian) and escargot for appetizers. Both very tasty. For main course coq au vin and saltimbocca and both were again very tasty and well portioned. Service was attentive and friendly. Would definitely go back. We’ll done chef!

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  18. CarolynR

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service excellent. I look forward to going back.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chef called us in advance to discuss our food allergies and discuss very nice options and/or modifications to the menu offerings. The entire staff was super friendly and courteous. The meal was exquisite, as well the violin played by the chef and co-owner at the end of the evening.Very impressive talent in all aspects. This will be our « go to » restaurant whenever in the Pinehurst NC area and highly recommend to all locals and tourists passing through! A GREAT find!

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  20. DonnaS

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This restaurant has some of the best food in the area. Food is thoughtful and flavorful every time. Wait staff is friendly. I like that the chef comes out of the kitchen,if he's not super busy and visits his customers. Great for special occasions and romantic evenings or because you are in a french food mood.

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  21. Fishman

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tartare has amazing food and great service. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The best we have had anywhere in a very long time.

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  22. IrinaH

    Pinehurst

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    TARTARE Restaurant Pinehurst, NC An Evening in France Our fabulous dinner started with a tasty amuse-bouche which was brought to our table personally by Chef George Figueroa while enjoying a fine glass of wine. We were then greeted by our server and advised that the table was ours for the entire evening. We were to relax, enjoy the evening with our friends and not to feel rushed. Throughout the entire dinner the wait staff was extremely helpful and attentive. We decided to try the tartare as an appetizer. It was delicious! We had the Classic French, the Argentine and the Avacado tartares and couldn't decide which was best. Next time we will definitely try the Tuna and the Scallop. Perusing the dinner menu was amazing and it was so difficult to decide what to order since every entree looked wonderful. We finally decided on Coq au Vin, Steak Oscar and Cordon Blu Wellington. Each of our entrees were over the top in taste and presentation. The deserts were excellent. Banana Foster, Ganache Chocolate Cake and Creme Brulee along with more fine wine. What an absolutely delightful dining experience. The evening was made extra special by violin virtuoso, Chef George himself. Having experienced French cuisine in Paris, it is now so wonderful to have an elegant and exquisite French restaurant here in Pinehurst. We look forward to returning again and again. Jim and Irina Heisey

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  23. PatO

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, service and a wonderful menu. George and Anthony treat you like guests in their homes.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A truly unique experience where your reservation books the table for the entire evening. No rush. No pushy staff. Just incredible food with incredible service. Kudos to the chef and team.

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  25. Jermaine

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Dinner! We were celebrating our 23rd anniversary. The chef played the violin for us!1

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    First visit for Four of us. Two meals were great. Wait staff was attentive and pleasant. But the Schnitzel two of us had was very thin and way over cooked. Very disappointing. If Chef cannot obtain quality meat for this dish, remove from the menu. (Chef Warren’s and Elliot’s has consistently wonderful schnitzel.)

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  27. SANDRAB

    Pinehurst

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    great food,poor service & under staffed. they were missing their bartender

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  28. JamesH

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In the area on a business trip and found this little gem. Great food and ambiance, if you are in the area and looking for a nice evening I would highly recommend this location.

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  29. LJ123

    Pinehurst

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was outstanding…. Will definitely go again…. The menu is great not overwhelming but many choices

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    We saw this new restaurant and the menu and we’re excited to try it. I ordered the “SEA Scallops” and there were a few bay scallops in the pasta. It was Horrendous. How do they advertise sea scallops and have a few small pieces of bay scallops in the dish. The French fries were $12 and were frozen. The avocado tartare was enough for one or two scoops. It was an inch by an inch and was $15. The food was not good. We were so very very disappointed. This is the worst restaurant we have ever been to in this area. I am sorry to report this restaurant is not even worth a quarter of what we were charged. The food was atrociously bad.

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  31. Kathm

    Pinehurst

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, service excellent, and slow mindful dining is encouraged by offering the reservation for the evening.

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  32. MelissaS

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I celebrated my birthday at Tartare this year with nearly 20 people and Chef George communicated with me to create a special 3-course menu with starter, various Wellingtons as a main, and two kinds of desserts. We began the night with aperitifs and a schmorgasboard of tartare and ended the evening with violin music! It was an incredible experience!

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  33. Dr54

    Pinehurst

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and first class service. There’s no other dining experience like this in Pinehurst or surrounding. The chef made his rounds to personally speak to each table? Nobody does that anymore. A great personal touch!

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  34. MarthaB

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food , special . We will be back ! We so enjoyed the violin by the chef . It’s fine cuisine .

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  35. MaryM

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience2
    Loved it! Will definitely go back. The red pepper sauce on my chicken roulade was excellent. The chef was friendly. Prices seemed reasonable.

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  36. Downtonabe

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent taste, perfect experience! Our night was absolutely delightful, there is no experience like this in Pinehurst or elsewhere in the Pines! Each part of our meal was crafted to perfection. Tartare has a special je ne sais quoi that sets it apart from anywhere else. No other restaurant brings together the same combination of excellent food, unique menu (for this area), and atmosphere created by the friendliest and most attentive staff, with a truly musically talented chef!

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  37. mutmut3

    Tampa

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What an excellent dinner! We had the caesar salad; what a delight variation from the traditional one. As a main course we ordered the ravioli. Perfectly cooked unlike so often where the pasta is overdone. Enjoyed a great bottle of wine with an acceptable markup; unusual at many places. Highly recommend.

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  38. danr

    West Palm Beach

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We went for my wife’s birthday. The service and the food was truly 5 star! A nice touch is the chef coming out to chat and play a few tunes on the violin (he is very very good) it’s a great place and welcome to Pinehurst!

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  39. Travel2eat

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    The Tuna Tartare was delicious and highly recommend it. The ambience was lovely, friendly, and as a European, I appreciated not being rushed through my meal.

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FAQs

TARTARE is rated 4.5 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today
Google Map for TARTARE

111 Central Park Ave, Pinehurst, NC 28374

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Pinehurst
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Thai French, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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