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American restaurant in Scottdale, Pennsylvania
What should I order at Carson’s Tavern?
What to order
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Pizza
Recommended for its excellent sauce, pepperoni, dough, and cheese, plus very large portions at a great price. Reviewers specifically praised the Spanky Original and Spanky Deluxe pizzas.
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Codzilla
Called amazing and highlighted as a huge 1-pound fish portion, making it one of the standout seafood items mentioned.
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Salmon Harvest Salad
Described as possibly the best salad the reviewer has ever eaten, with grilled salmon, bacon, fruit, feta, walnuts, and raspberry vinaigrette all praised together.
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Seafood Buffet
Frequently praised for its wide variety, delicious food, and being enjoyable enough to bring family or return for again.
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Italian Buffet
Mentioned positively for having amazing food, large variety, and being part of an overall great dining experience.
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Chocolate Fountain
Specifically noted as the favorite part of the seafood buffet for one reviewer’s child, making it a memorable dessert option.
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Homemade Chips
Mentioned as fantastic alongside the pizza, with a good ranch dip and strong overall value.
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Breakfast Brunch Buffet
Praised as one of the best brunch buffets the reviewer had eaten at in a long time.
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Cinco De Mayo Buffet
Described as excellent, with authentic food made by the chef and strong hopes for it to return.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 3 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 3 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 7 PM |
About Carson’s Tavern
Carson’s Tavern is an American restaurant in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, known for its seafood buffet, crab legs, and Italian buffet nights. Reviewers consistently mention generous portions, friendly service, and a clean, character-filled historic building that feels cozy and welcoming. The menu and buffets also get praise for fresh cut fries, wedding soup, pizza on select days, and a wide dessert selection. It is priced in the $10 to $20 range and is used for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Carson’s Tavern known for?
Carson’s Tavern is best known for its seafood buffet and crab legs, along with Italian buffet nights and other buffet spreads. Reviewers also call out generous portions and a good-value meal, especially when crab legs, pizza, or dessert are included.
What dishes are most recommended at Carson’s Tavern?
Reviewers most often recommend the crab legs, the Codzilla 1-pound fish, the salmon harvest salad, and the pizza, especially the Spanky Original and Spanky Deluxe cheeses. Fresh cut fries, wedding soup, and the BLT with a half pound of bacon also come up as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at Carson’s Tavern?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and historic, with an older building that reviewers say has character but still feels clean and maintained. It suits groups and families well, and the staff is often described as friendly and attentive, including during busy nights and larger parties.
Is Carson’s Tavern good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as very reasonable for the amount of food, with portions that feel huge for the price. The listed price range is $10 to $20, and people specifically mention buffet meals, fair prices, and enough food to share.
When should you visit Carson’s Tavern for the best experience?
If you want the buffet, it helps to plan around the themed nights, since reviewers mention seafood buffet days, Italian buffet nights, and special events that may require reservations. Some reviews also note live music in another room and Sunday perks like free Bloody Marys and mimosas.
Is parking available at Carson’s Tavern?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Carson’s Tavern have vegetarian options?
Yes, Carson’s Tavern offers vegetarian options.
Is Carson’s Tavern kid-friendly?
Yes, Carson’s Tavern is good for kids.
