In 2009 Manny and Joanna opened the Ugly Duckling Restaurant & Bar located at 47 Weir St. in downtown Taunton, Massachusetts. Why the ugly duckling.? Built in the 1930's the former Belmore Hotel has seen its share of visitors and after decades of use and wear and tear Manny and Joanna purchased, restored and repaired the first level of the hotel.
What was once an ugly duckling is now a beautiful swan! With great appreciation for tasty cuisine, we hope to offer our own inspired creative dishes while contributing to our community and the revival of downtown Taunton. We take pride in using fresh quality gradients and all dishes are prepared to order.
What was once an ugly duckling is now a beautiful swan! With great appreciation for tasty cuisine, we hope to offer our own inspired creative dishes while contributing to our community and the revival of downtown Taunton. We take pride in using fresh quality gradients and all dishes are prepared to order.
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Welcome to The Ugly Duckling, where our inviting, friendly staff strives to make your dining experience enjoyable. We hope our eclectic casual atmosphere relaxes you & our creative menu ignites your taste buds. We take pride in using the freshest, quality ingredients & all dishes are prepared to order., so Dine, Drink & be Ducky!
Reviews (19)
Jeff A.
Dec 31, 2021
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Michael M.
Jun 02, 2021
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I will have to say this place has lost a little of its shine... don't get me wrong the owner, wait staff and bartenders are great, but for years the food has been inconsistent with some of the cooks they've had and the wait for the food can sometimes be pretty long. Still saying all that, Ugly Duckling is still one of the better low key places in the city to have a few drinks!
Patriots B.
Nov 26, 2019
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We went there Saturday night we got there at about 5 p.m. sad at the bar very friendly bartender affordable drinks affordable food nothing spectacular but nothing to complain about either we got steak and cheese egg rolls and Buffalo fingers for an appetizer my wife got the fish and chips which was on special for 7.99 which you cannot beat that price two pieces of haddock with a double order of french fries and a side salad for 7.99??? It was great. I got a bar pizza with chicken and pineapple no complaints whatsoever and my other friend got a steak and cheese bomb without mushrooms with fries
Anonymous L.
Oct 10, 2019
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CONS:
-Too dark, menu colors are a bad choice considering the lighting, you can't see a lot of the lettering
-Music is too loud
-Bartenders always take too long to even lyk they see you there, even when it's dead. We waited 10 min for attention when there was two tables and a couple of bar patrons while one bartender sipped on a dink's ice coffee while talking to the other
Every time I've been, the timing of food delivery is totally off - apps and meals too close and dinner salad shouldn't come with the dinner, but prior to the dinner
- all the portages meals are way too
-Too dark, menu colors are a bad choice considering the lighting, you can't see a lot of the lettering
-Music is too loud
-Bartenders always take too long to even lyk they see you there, even when it's dead. We waited 10 min for attention when there was two tables and a couple of bar patrons while one bartender sipped on a dink's ice coffee while talking to the other
Every time I've been, the timing of food delivery is totally off - apps and meals too close and dinner salad shouldn't come with the dinner, but prior to the dinner
- all the portages meals are way too
Christina L.
Sep 26, 2019
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I used to love this restaurant- we have been coming here since it opened. After a "meh" experience a few months ago came back here with my oldest daughter for a girls night.
1. The Prosecco was FLAT but yet paired out of a fresh small bottle
2. The Portuguese manhattan was the worse I have ever had in my life. We ordered this year about 6 months ago and it was awesome . Cherries was not port soaked, Manhattan was rough at best
3. Appetizer (med wings) was ordered as soon as we got here. 40 minutes later it was served AFTER my entree
4. My fish and chips was good.
5. My daughter never
1. The Prosecco was FLAT but yet paired out of a fresh small bottle
2. The Portuguese manhattan was the worse I have ever had in my life. We ordered this year about 6 months ago and it was awesome . Cherries was not port soaked, Manhattan was rough at best
3. Appetizer (med wings) was ordered as soon as we got here. 40 minutes later it was served AFTER my entree
4. My fish and chips was good.
5. My daughter never
David M.
Sep 09, 2019
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This is my favorite bar South of Boston. The staff here are incredible, bartender is always a riot. But THE FOOD.. my God. It's the food that keeps me coming back. Hands down the best fried pickles anywhere, which they serve with a sweet and savory sauce, and their wings are all freshly prepared and made to perfection. If you try anything here, please try the Mediterranean Wings. Charred to perfection on the grill and then tossed in lemon juice and olive oil with Mediterranean herbs. IT IS TO DIE FOR. If you're looking for some good food and a stiff drink, definitely pop in. Crowd&apos
Brandi R.
Jun 26, 2019
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I'm here almost every Wednesday for the wing special (the wings are some of the best I've ever had!!!) And to see my favorite bar tender Amy.
The atmosphere is nice and homey in a way. That is until it hits after 5 or 6 or it's a weekend. Then it can tend to be a little packed and loud.
Food is good and the drinks are usually good.
Again, I can't reccomend the wings enough! Lol
The atmosphere is nice and homey in a way. That is until it hits after 5 or 6 or it's a weekend. Then it can tend to be a little packed and loud.
Food is good and the drinks are usually good.
Again, I can't reccomend the wings enough! Lol
Nellie V.
May 28, 2019
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Gets H.
May 02, 2019
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Attempted to call in a take out order, called twice and went to voicemail which I completely understood assuming they were busy. The third time I called the phone was answered and immediately put down and left open, assuming so they did not have to listen to the phone ring. For 20 minutes I listened to the bar on the open line and drove to the restaurant with the line still open. When I asked about the phone and who answers it, none of them owned up to it. Miraculously, once the bartender asked the kitchen who answered the phone, the line went dead. I walked out, never to order there again. If
Terry T.
Oct 05, 2018
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Came in on a Thursday night (pre Pats game). It was fairly busy and only one person working both the bar and floor. The music was so loud we had to shout. The drinks were meh and it took awhile for the food to arrive. We ordered an appetizer that consisted of hot wings,Mediterranean wings and a steak and cheese roll-all were pretty good! Hubby got the $4 pepperoni pizza (special this night) which he thought was good. Friend got the fish sandwich and I got the Aloha chicken sandwich. Both were good but the meat and fish portion inside the sandwich was skimpy. I'll probably try this place again
Mike T.
Sep 24, 2018
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Cathleen A.
Sep 21, 2018
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John F.
Apr 28, 2018
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Lorna C.
Apr 28, 2018
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Kevin M.
Mar 11, 2018
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Very good bar and service. it can get a little loud in there at times but the prices on both drinks and food are very reasonable. Excellent bar pizza and sandwiches and a great small selection of entrees. I usually get the Greek wrap that includes delicious marinated chicken and a good portion of hot crispy fries.
The Mediterranean wings are a winner as is the fish and chips.
The Mediterranean wings are a winner as is the fish and chips.
Cliff F.
Apr 20, 2017
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Ugly Duckling?! Not so much! This place is a Swan! The seafood empanadas, med wings, or the simple devil eggs are really where you need to start. The menu is to die for and you really want it all!
I highly recommend the "Portuguese Mafia", if you want an entree...if you want something a bit more simple "The Goat" or the "God Child" burger will NOT let you down!
Cozy atmosphere! Great drinks (strawberry coconut mojito), by the one and only mixologist Amy on Wednesday nights!
The only downfall is this you won't be partaking in Sunday Funday here!
I highly recommend the "Portuguese Mafia", if you want an entree...if you want something a bit more simple "The Goat" or the "God Child" burger will NOT let you down!
Cozy atmosphere! Great drinks (strawberry coconut mojito), by the one and only mixologist Amy on Wednesday nights!
The only downfall is this you won't be partaking in Sunday Funday here!
Elizabeth N.
Jan 20, 2017
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Bad location from the outside it looks kind of like a rundown bar.
The restaurant is nice and clean. Great bar and sitting area.
The waitstaff was nice and friendly.
Food OK: I got the stuff mushrooms mushrooms kind of chewy
Aloha chicken sandwich: it was smothered with barbecue sauce, The chicken was extremely thin. And the best part was probably their fries.
The restaurant is nice and clean. Great bar and sitting area.
The waitstaff was nice and friendly.
Food OK: I got the stuff mushrooms mushrooms kind of chewy
Aloha chicken sandwich: it was smothered with barbecue sauce, The chicken was extremely thin. And the best part was probably their fries.
Len A.
Oct 27, 2016
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Kate C.
Jan 25, 2014
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The only thing that could make Ugly better is if it were to get some taps.
I've never had a bad drink here. The bartenders are always friendly, and if you're there often enough they remember your drink and suggest food.
As far as Taunton goes this is the best food you'll find downtown- or in town at all. Linguica sandwiches, empanadas, steak and cheese pizza- the list goes on. Their menu is huge, and I'm pretty sure you can't go wrong with anything.
The place gets pretty busy and loud on Friday and Saturdays night. I much prefer the weeknights- where you feel like you
I've never had a bad drink here. The bartenders are always friendly, and if you're there often enough they remember your drink and suggest food.
As far as Taunton goes this is the best food you'll find downtown- or in town at all. Linguica sandwiches, empanadas, steak and cheese pizza- the list goes on. Their menu is huge, and I'm pretty sure you can't go wrong with anything.
The place gets pretty busy and loud on Friday and Saturdays night. I much prefer the weeknights- where you feel like you
