Family dining By Joanna McQuillan Weeks While working in Warren last summer, my husband Loring had enjoyed lunch at the Wharf Tavern, so we decided to visit on a winter evening for dinner. We arrived about 10 minutes early for our 7 p.m. Saturday reservation, and were directed to the lounge. The decor is very nautical, as you might expect of a place called the Wharf Tavern. There's lots of varnished mahogany contrasting with creamy white walls, ship models, maritime artworks and ship's lanterns.
Large windows overlook the Warren River.
Fresh nosegays and oil lamps graced the larger tables laid with white napery, though not the ones for two diners. Our waitress, Tammy, showed a good sense of humor when asked if there were any specials to consider. The menu of hearty fare logically favors straightforward seafood preparations, but diners can also choose from charcoal-broiled meats, a few pasta selections and some poultry choices. Munching complimentary cheese spread with crackers, we perused the menu. Tammy took our appetizer orders and left us to settle on the rest.