Tarpy's Roadhouse

WELCOME TO TARPY’S ROADHOUSE

Happily ever after—Roadhouse style

It’s your big day, the tables are set, the flowers are in place, your loved ones await. From the food to the service to the ambiance, everything has to be perfect. Bring your “happily ever after” to life with Tarpy’s Roadhouse handling all the details that make your wedding truly unforgettable.

Conveniently located on Highway 68, between the wine country and the Monterey Bay, Tarpy’s can create the affair of a lifetime featuring creative cuisine, fine wines, expert service and stunning backdrops.

With a long and storied history dating back to 1917, the Roadhouse property creates an idyllic setting for your ceremony and/or rehearsal dinner. Wisps of trailing ivy line the rugged stone walls with gorgeous greenery and flowers adorning every nook. There’s a rich array of private and semi-private rooms, landscaped gardens, courtyards and patios, — a heavenly backdrop for your special celebration. Get married here or have a beach wedding and meet friends and family at Tarpy’s for the reception of your dreams.

Our Space

Tarpy’s offers intimate patios, private, semi-private dining rooms and courtyards along with an events team specializing in YOU. Custom menus, creative cocktails and wine pairings are all part of what we do! Contact our events team today for assistance with your plans. Choose a date and let’s get started!

• The Courtyard - Lush gardens surround this beautiful space which has a decidedly European feel, making it ideal for the most romantic of wedding ceremonies. The Courtyard is available for morning ceremonies between 9:30am and 11am and for evening ceremonies between 3pm and 5pm.

• The Library & Garden Patio - This private section of Tarpy’s includes a spacious indoor dining room, a covered alcove housing the bar and an additional outdoor Patio that can be used for dancing or al fresco dining. The Library is perfect for sit-down parties of up to 80 guests and cocktail parties or standing receptions for up to 120. When the outdoor space is used for dining, full seated capacity grows to 118. Start your event with cocktails and appetizers on the patio and retreat to the warmth of the fire-lit Library for your meal.

• The Wine Bar & Patio - This unique space features an indoor dining room with a built in bar in addition to a beautiful outdoor patio! The patio has gorgeous views of our lush lanscaped gardens and can seat up to 30. The indoor dining room can seat up to 22. Combine the space for an indoor/outdoor strolling reception for up to 45.

• The Front Porch - The beautifully arched front porch overlooks the wishing well and the gardens. The heated, semi-private space seats roughly 22 guests and can be used in combination with Sarah’s Room or the Shell Room. Start your event with cocktails and appetizers on the Front Porch and retreat to the warmth of Sarah's Room or The Shell Room for your meal.

• The Tack Room - This private room, named for its former use as a horseman’s equipment area, is a perfect venue for small gatherings up to 16 people.

• The Shell Room - Named for its whimsical shell fireplace, this semi-private room looks out on the outdoor courtyard and accommodates up to 22 people. Start your event with cocktails and appetizers on the Front Porch and retreat to the warmth of Sarah's Room for your meal.

• The Vintner’s Room - This private room includes a display of some of the region’s best wines and seats up to 32 people. Large windows overlook the picturesque gardens and when combined with Sarah’s Room, it can accommodate up to 60 people.

• Sarah’s Room - Named for former landowner Sarah Nicholson, this semi-private room seats up to 30 people, and can be combined with the Vintner’s Room for larger parties.

Services
With over 20 years of experience, we offer event planning services and event rentals to ensure your celebration is a success!

Our Food
Tarpy’s menus feature updated versions of “comfort” food, using only the freshest ingredients. Our creative California country cuisine provides a wide assortment of innovative appetizers, salads, pastas and vegetarian fare. The woodburning grill creates mouth-watering prime steaks, poultry, wild game and Monterey Bay seafood. Our Event Staff will work with you to create a menu to suit your tastes and budget.

Offsite Catering & Events
Tarpy's can also bring the party to you. We specialize in inventive cuisine served by a courteous and professional staff. As a full-service caterer, we will handle all the details of your event, including location scouting or sourcing particular services like florists, video experts, musicians, even lodging—think of Tarpy's as your personal concierge.