Taverna Tony
Malibu Country Mart, Malibu
Restaurant in Malibu, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Taverna Tony is a practical central Malibu pick when the goal is an easy, social sit-down meal rather than a destination tasting experience. It suits groups, family dinners, and low-pressure occasions; compare it with Ollo or Tra di Noi if you want a more specific dinner brief, or Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market for a faster casual option.
About Taverna Tony
Taverna Tony is a Malibu restaurant with daily hours and a casual dress code. Use it as a practical planning option for a Malibu visit, especially when location, timing, and what to wear are the key details.
A Malibu option with direct planning details
The clearest planning details are operational. Taverna Tony is in Malibu, and its listed hours are 11:30 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:30 AM–11 PM Friday, 11 AM–11 PM Saturday, and 11 AM–9 PM Sunday. Those hours make it relatively easy to plan around different parts of the week.
The dress code is casual. For cuisine details, signature dishes, prices, seating counts, awards, takeout or delivery, or allergy accommodations, confirm directly with the restaurant before contacting or visiting.
Use it when the basics fit your plan
For planning around Taverna Tony in Malibu, evaluate it on the essentials: city, hours, and casual dress. It may be useful when you need a Malibu option open from late morning into the evening, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.
If timing is the priority, note the difference between weekday and weekend openings: Monday through Friday begins at 11:30 AM, while Saturday and Sunday begin at 11 AM. Friday and Saturday run until 11 PM; the other nights close at 9 PM.
Quick reference: choose Taverna Tony when its Malibu location, casual dress code, and posted hours fit your plans; compare other options if you need a different setting or additional details.
Planning details
- Location
- 23410 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA 90265
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- tavernatony.com
- Phone
- +1 310 317 9667
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taverna Tony reads like a classic neighborhood taverna that values repeat business and conviviality over spectacle. The room favors conversation—tables are arranged for talking rather than performance, materials absorb sound, and whitewashed surfaces are offset by warm wood. It intentionally resists design gestures aimed at being photographed, so the overall feel is low-key, intimate and welcoming. The dining room hums at a comfortable volume, encouraging shared plates and unhurried meals. In Malibu, where ocean views often dominate, Taverna Tony’s restrained, traditional approach feels like a deliberate and reassuring alternative.
Best For
This is a place built for coming back: groups, families and celebrations that want food-first conviviality rather than a postcard view. The emphasis on communal plates and char-driven proteins makes it especially well suited to group dining and casual celebrations where sharing is central. Because the room is arranged for conversation and absorbs noise, it also works for low-key date nights or relaxed dinners with regulars. Expect an atmosphere more about company and cooking than spectacle—the kind of local restaurant that earns loyalty through consistent flavors and familiar rhythms.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the taverna’s sharing ethos: order multiple small and large plates to pass around. The menu’s signature items—flaming saganaki as an exuberant starter, spanakopita and hummus for familiar mezze, and giant prawns for a showier sea-forward option—map well onto communal dining. Look for char-driven proteins and olive-oil–forward preparations when choosing mains, and pace dishes so the table can move from mezze to grilled items. The format rewards sharing, so skip single entrées and build a mix of spreads, grilled plates and a shared centerpiece.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and cozy with a Californian summer vibe on the shaded porch, traditional blue and white Greek decor, and an inviting interior enhanced by live music.
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Vibe
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Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- flaming saganaki
- spanakopita
- hummus
- giant prawns
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 23410 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA 90265
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
For a more polished Malibu dinner, try Ollo. For a quicker casual meal, use Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market instead.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Malibu
Choose Taverna Tony when ease and a social room matter more than a tightly defined dining brief. Ollo is the cleaner cross-shop for a polished everyday meal, while Tra di Noi is the better fit when the dinner needs to feel more date-night focused. Taverna Tony is the safer group call if the table has mixed priorities and wants central Malibu convenience.
For casual value, John's Garden, Malibu Mutts Grill, and Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market are easier choices when speed matters more than table service. They make more sense for lunch, beach-day pacing, or a lower-commitment stop; Taverna Tony makes more sense when the plan needs an actual seated meal with more occasion energy.
If the night is flexible, start with Ollo or Tra di Noi for a more composed dinner mood, then use Taverna Tony as the easier social fallback. If the goal is fast and casual, the market and grill options will usually feel more efficient.
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Compare Taverna Tony
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Taverna Tony | Malibu | No published awards |
| John's Garden | Malibu | No published awards |
| Malibu Mutts Grill | Malibu | No published awards |
| Tra di Noi | Malibu | No published awards |
| Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market | Malibu | No published awards |
| Ollo | Malibu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taverna Tony good for a special occasion?
Taverna Tony may fit your plans if you want a Malibu restaurant with casual dress and posted hours that run until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. For private dining or event-specific needs, contact the restaurant directly. For another option to compare, you could also consider Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market.
What should I wear to Taverna Tony?
The dress code is casual. Plan for relaxed clothing appropriate for a casual Malibu restaurant, and confirm with the restaurant directly if you are planning a more formal event.
What are alternatives to Taverna Tony?
Other options to compare include Tra di Noi, Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market, John's Garden, Malibu Mutts Grill, and Ollo. Choose among them based on your timing, preferred setting, and any details you confirm directly.
Is Taverna Tony good for solo dining?
If you are dining alone, the practical points are that Taverna Tony is in Malibu, has a casual dress code, and is open daily according to its posted hours. Malibu Kitchen & Gourmet Country Market is another option to compare.
Is lunch or dinner better at Taverna Tony?
The hours support visits from late morning through evening: 11:30 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:30 AM–11 PM Friday, 11 AM–11 PM Saturday, and 11 AM–9 PM Sunday. Choose based on the time that fits your schedule, and confirm directly if you need current holiday hours or specific service details.
