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Dining Divas: Narducci's Cafe (with video)

By Dining Divas
Friday, Apr 26 2013 12:06 AM

Narducci's Cafe is a long-standing staple in Old Town Kern with a rich history. Marino Narducci and wife Jennie bought the Amestoy Hotel building in 1967 from Francisco and Marie Amestoy, who used to serve French and Basque food there, said current co-owner and manager Julie Shine. Eventually, the new owners renamed it Narducci's. Son Jimmy Narducci took over in 1977, is well-liked by loyal patrons, and continues to help Julie run the place.

This local restaurant and bar is now known for its Italian and Basque cuisine, refreshing Moscow Mules, $11 Thursday steak dinners and live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.

ATMOSPHERE AND SERVICE

Denise on the atmosphere: This is definitely a place for all occasions. Narducci's...

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