Taverna Tagaris - Richland (WA)

5 /5 Chris Danger: Tagaris is one of those places that knows exactly how to set the tone for a great night. Warm lighting, an open kitchen with that glowing wood-fire grill, and a relaxed Mediterranean vibe that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. We had a reservation, and they had our table ready the moment we walked in — comfortable, well-placed, and perfect for conversation. The staff here deserves a shoutout. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful when it came to picking drinks and explaining the menu without rushing us. They gave us that perfect balance of attention and space. First up: the chicken tortilla soup. This thing was flavorful, comforting, and packed with that slow-cooked, homemade taste. Honestly, it was delicious as-is, but a couple slices of avocado would seriously take it to the next level. Still — a great start. Now the paella… WOW. A good size portion, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The rice was cooked perfectly — not mushy, not dry — and honestly better than what I’ve had at a lot of dedicated Spanish restaurants. The mix of seafood and chicken was generous, the seasoning was bright and warm, and every bite hit exactly how paella should. It was the star of the night. We paired everything with sangrias, and they were fantastic — refreshing, not overly sweet, and just the right complement to the meal. The berry sangria especially worked ridiculously well with the paella. Overall, Tagaris gave us a solid, memorable dinner. Great service, great food, cozy atmosphere, and everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. Definitely a place we’ll be returning to.

5 /5 kearney: I had a server named Rachel, she was absolutely fantastic! Quick, friendly service, food was amazing and the atmosphere was a 10/10. Me and my family will definitely be coming back again!

5 /5 Pedro Ochoa: Tagaris is my absolute favorite go-to in Richland for a special night out. The Taverna atmosphere is beautifully sophisticated yet so cozy and inviting. Honestly, the food is what keeps me returning! I love the inventive small plates, and every dinner entrée I’ve had is expertly plated and packed with flavor. Its a huge bonus that their wines are always high-quality and pair perfectly with the menu. Add in the genuinely fantastic service, and you have a consistently wonderful experience.

3 /5 Tamara Johnson: I ordered their french onion soup. I was looking forward to the croutons and melted cheese typically served with the soup. What I received was very spicy soup with a few croutons and a sprinkle of grated parmesan looking cheese. I have never had french onion soup so full of pepper. I am all for chefs putting a bit of a creative spin on their version of a soup, but taste what you are serving! I had ordered a pineapple jalapeño margarita, one of their specialty drinks made with fresh jalapeño slices, and it wasnt anywhere close to as spicy as the french onion soup. I was very disappointed by the soup and not impressed by the drink. The service was ok. I dont think anyone ever came back to ask how the food was or if we needed anything else. Next thing I knew I was getting the check. Unfortunately, because I was with a large party they automatically tack on an 18% gratuity. I cant even show my appreciation for the service the way I choose. If staff arent paid enough, charge more and pay them better, leave tipping as a way of showing appreciation for the service. As a general rule I tip 20% but, when the restaurant takes it upon themselves to add a gratuity I become uninterested in adding more. Trust your customers to take care of your servers. If they do great work, they should receive the tip they deserve. If they dont then they dont deserve 18%. A tip is a way of showing appreciation. A set amount should not be expected, ever! In addition, the wait for the food was pretty long. The restaurant was not full, and it was nearly cleared out before we left. I think the staff was more interested in the last game of the world series then in serving their customers. If you are looking for a place where you could hear the people with you, this also isnt the place. It is very loud when it is filled with people.

5 /5 Citlaly Tellez: We chose Tagaris as our wedding venue, it was the best decision we made. The venue was so beautiful and romantic, food was exceptional more than we could ever imagine and specially finding out they don’t cook with seed oils that was surprising and exceeded my expectations as I try not consume any seed oil. The service was above and beyond our expectations, our wedding was on November 22nd 2025 and both of the ladies that served us were absolutely amazing. Our guests were truly impressed with the venue, food and most of all the service. Thank you Tagaris for just an amazing hospitality!!!