Storied past. Tasty present.

The name Tarpy comes from Matt Tarpy, an Irish settler who once lived near present-day Watsonville. known locally as a respected horseman and enforcer of frontier justice. Tarpy’s reputation took a dark turn following a dispute over land boundaries with neighbors Sarah and Murdock Nicholson. His version of “accidental” justice resulted in Sarah being shot, nine times. After being found guilty, a furious local mob took matters into their own hands. Tarpy was publicly hanged in the area now known as Tarpy Flats. The stunning stone building that now houses Tarpy’s sits on 3.5 acres once part of the historic Ryan Ranch homestead. Construction started in the late 1800’s and completed around 1917 by Charles and Alice Ryan, the home stood on 454 acres of rolling hills and meadows once known as Saucito Ranch. Over the years, the property passed through various hands until it was transformed into Tarpy’s in 1992, blending rich history with rustic elegance and award-winning cuisine.

Patrick Fisher
GENERAL MANAGER
Patrick has been part of the Coastal Roots Hospitality family since 2019. New to the Monterey Peninsula at the time, he found a home with the restaurant group. Patrick started his restaurant career at the young age of 13, and has experience in the kitchen, all areas of service, behind the bar, and of course management. His passion in the industry has always centered around providing the best experience for his guests, and from creating a welcoming, team atmosphere for his employees to grow their knowledge and elevate their own expectations of themselves.

 

 
 

Andreas Diaz
SOUS CHEF
Chef Diaz has spent the majority of his career in the Tarpy’s kitchen. Beginning in 1993 he has dedicated his career to sourcing local ingredients and crafting exceptional food. His talents shine through on desserts, where his artistry is on full display in items like Chocolate Espresso Bread Pudding and our Old Fashioned Coconut Cake.