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Acorn

Name: Acorn
Address: 3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO, United States, 80216
Telephone: (720) 542-3721
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1354 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Located within The Source, a reclaimed 1880’s foundry turned new epicurean marketplace in Denver’s River North District, Acorn boasts Chef Daniele Bolognini’s Italian-influenced, contemporary American cuisine in an approachable and hip format, alongside creative cocktails and delicious wines.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(720) 542-3721
Website
http://www.denveracorn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini
Private party facilities
Celebrate with inspired food, amazing cocktails, and the best artisan beer and wine bar in Denver.
Private party contact
our Private Party Coordinator: (720) 542-3721

Location
3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216
Neighborhood
River North (Denver)
Cross street
33rd
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Candied Pecans$3.50
coffee, black salt
Green Olives$7.50
lardo, garlic conserve
Pork Rinds$7.50
Red Wagon tomato, pimento cheese
Heirloom Blue Cornbread$10.50
surryano ham, red eye butter
Kale & Apple Salad$14.50
candied almond, grana padano, togarashi, lemon vinaigrette
Local Chicory$14.50
mandarin, radish, medjool date, puffed rice, goat cheese
Little Gem Lettuce$17.00
apple, pear, bleu cheese, parsnip
Butter Beans*$16.50
parmesan, black pepper, hen egg, sun dried tomato, pickled garlic
Red Shrimp Curry$18.50
egg noodle, daikon, spring peas, bok choy, green garlic, thai herbs
Oak Roasted Monkfish$17.50
chickpea, red chermoula, saffron, cauliflower, frisée
Moroccan Fried Chicken$15.50
reunion bun, harissa honey, b&b turnip, chermoula mayo
Pork Belly Pastrami$15.50
reunion rye, red cabbage, pepper jelly, gruyère, bean salad
Wagyu Beef$16.50
sesame pretzel, mushroom, tamari, shichimi, grilled scallion, wakame
Oak Grilled Double Cheeseburger*$15.50
bacon jam, American cheese, dill pickle, farm lettuce, red onion, shallot aioli

Booze

Booze Free

Southeast Visions$5.00
coconut h2o, lemon, fee brothers aromatic bitters, teakoe boardwalk blackberry tea
Tea Time$6.00
green tea, lavender, lemon, ginger beer, fee brothers grapefruit bitters
Rehydrator$6.00
aloe, cranberry, honey, lime, grenadine
Housemade Ginger Beer$5.00

Low Booze

Old Havana$10.00
jägermeister, appleton estate signature blend, lime, turbinado, angostura, fever tree spiced orange ginger ale
Summer Breeze$10.00
sandeman fino sherry, st. germain, solerno blood orange liqueur, pineapple, lemon, mint
A Walk in the Park$10.00
yellowstone bourbon, bénédictine, campari, suze, lime, angostura bitters, egg white*

High Booze

Acorn Bloody Mary$13.00
skyy, the real dill bloody mary mix, demitri's spice mix, old bay rim
Monks Garden$14.00
basil and tarragon infused wheatley vodka, green chartreuse, lime, cucumber, lavender
Aloe Martini$14.00
reyka, lillet blanc, chareau aloe liqueur, strongwater virtue bitters (up or on a rock)
Acorn Manhattan$16.00
laws rye, punt e mes, cocktail punk oak aromatic bitters
Across the Atlantic$16.00
bulleit bourbon 10 yr, benedictine, lillet rouge, honey, cocktail punk aromatic bitters
Retribution$14.00
milagro reposado, ancho reyes, aperol, lemon, strawberry, cinnamon, xocolatl mole bitters
Flatiron Meadow$12.00
sno gin, aperol, cocchi vermouth di torino, lavender, lemon, moscato, teakoe black tea
Afternoon at the Buena Vista$14.00
teeling small batch whiskey, isabela cream sherry, cio diego amontillado sherry, pecan, cream, cold brew, nutmeg
A Tipple in Tain$13.00
glenmorangie 10yr, blueberry, ginger, lemon, teakoe 39th parallel pear tea, cocktail punk orange bitters
Harvey for President$13.00
absolut elyx, galliano l'autentico, orange, lemon, vanilla, cocktail punk orange bitters

Beer

Four Falls Weizenbock$9.00
good river brewing (on tap)
Hfs IPA$8.00
alpine brewing (on tap)
Golden Monkey Tripel$8.00
victory brewing (on tap)
Nitro Milk Stout
left hand brewing
- 12 oz$6.50
Tropical Depression IPA
black bottle brewing
- 12 oz$7.00
Roadie Radler
great divide brewing
- 12 oz$6.50
Mischief Golden Ale
the bruery
- 16 oz$15.00
Two Hearted Ale
bell's brewing co
- 12 oz$7.00
Bubblin Brut IPA
4 noses brewing
- 12 oz$9.00
Briney Melon Gose
anderson valley brewing
- 12 oz$7.00
Kölsch
reissdorf brewing
- 16.9 oz$13.00
Avery IPA
avery brewing co
- 12 oz$7.00
Tank 7
boulevard brewing
- 12 oz$10.00
Flora Dry Hopped Saison
new image brewing
- 12 oz$8.00
Daura Lager
estrella damm
- 11.2 oz$7.00
Mountain Standard IPA
odell brewing
- 12 oz$8.00
Sparkale
21st amendment brewing
- 12 oz$6.50
Ciderkin
argus fermentables
- 12 oz$6.00

What 1,354 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

1,354 Reviews

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Aaron
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is excellent. Creative flavors and combinations. Healthy and with great portion sizes. Nice variety on the menu. The chicken was cooked perfectly.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall1food2service1ambience2
Extremely slow service. The staff were nice, but we had to wait on every aspect of service. The portions of food were small. The aged steak is overpriced. They talk it up the steak but it’s not anything special, especially for the price point.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent and staff was super friendly. We had a wonderful dinner and we will all be back in future!
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EllieV
Richmond
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
The food was good but it wasnt as impressive based on the hype. We got several items, small plates, etc. Some items were better than others and it was enough food, but very pricey for what we got. The drinks were absurdly expensive. I dont think we will be back, when so many other options around Denver.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I got reservation at Acorn last weekend for a date night. The service was really great and the food was outstanding. Overall, we were very satisfied with our experience and we’ll definitely be back in the future! 👏🏼
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ET01
Denver
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
Appetizers and salads were great! The pastas were so so. The half chicken ranks right up there with Costco, and the $120 bone-in ribeye was over charred and overcharged. Finally, the beverages have a very healthy gross margin though not as high as the Aspen - land of the $20 cocktail.
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FatTireFoodie
Denver
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
The food quality and preparation was exceptional, but the pasta portions were meagre and the chicken was served in a tall bowl that made it really difficult to eat.
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LisaM
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great anniversary dinner.
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RyanK
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was a little awkward, but amazing food! Will definitely revisit.
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MitchY
Denver
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service.
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Shar
Denver
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
The staff was very polite and attentive. The meals are shareable, so we picked several different items from the menu. The broccolini was off the charts delicious along with the acorn squash. The rib eye was cooked perfectly pink, but had a little too much fat for my liking. We also splurged and got dessert which was yummy. We sat indoors but the garage doors were open , which gave it an indoor/outdoor feel. It was a nice breezy evening.
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Leah
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible, and the staff was amiable and attentive. I went with my family for my birthday, and we loved sharing the dishes. The entire experience was beautiful and, most of all, unique. The menu highlights the main ingredients while providing innovative flavors and complex combinations. Such a fun experience!
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CharlieB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, friendly and attentive hospitality, beautiful dining experience on the patio.
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SusanL
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very attentive staff, food was great, good job of following health protocols.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2020
overall1food4service3ambience3
I want to preface this review by saying that I never write reviews, so to counterbalance this negative one, I will write three positive ones for other local businesses. Additionally, I know the restaurant industry is hurting. We are all navigating a new normal and people are trying their best. But, I’m hoping that my review is helpful to other covid conscious dinners and that this establishment addresses these issues, quickly. I intentionally reserved a spot outside given safety concerns around the ongoing pandemic. Upon checking in with the host, he let us know we could sit inside, “upstairs instead” (said in a way as if they were doing us a favor). My partner and I were both uncomfortable and surprised by that greeting, our reservation clearly said “outdoors”, which was the sole factor we chose to eat there’. I replied and let the host know we’d prefer open air dining. At that point, we were begrudgingly offered a table inside, near the open door. The host mentioned something about weather concerns (but it was not and did not rain while we were there). We reluctantly accepted the table inside as this was the better of the two options we were offered, plus we came out of our way to eat there. While seated inside, close to the open door, we watched as others were seated at the outdoor tables. A staff member even brought out umbrellas which obviously could have mitigated supposed “weather concern”. To make matters worse, two of the line cooks were incorrectly donning their masks. One adjusted his mask, possibly after I gawked in disbelief; the other, defiantly wore his completely below his nose and even his mouth. That said, our server was outstanding—kind, helpful, and wearing his mask correctly. Sadly, I won’t return and wouldn’t recommend this place to others.
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ParticularDenver
Denver
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Acorn is our favorite restaurant in Denver and we do a fair amount of fine dining. The food at Acorn is always inventive, fresh and cooked to perfection. It just keeps getting better. The kale salad should be the official dish of Denver.
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Skem
New York Area
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant! Interesting dishes and good atmosphere. Gods wine list as well! Highly recommend!
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Brynne
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, crafted in unique and delicious ways!
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JohnG
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great job of social distancing. Food excellent as always. Service just right. The 1/2 chicken was perfectly roasted. The agnolotti dish was scrumptious. And the kale salad is a showstopper.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good ! We had the duck and it was perfect- the kale and apple salad is to die for lol
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience4
The menu is thoughtful and the food was delicious! We shared multiple plates and everything was great!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing!!!!
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cajunstew
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to take clients. Wonderful chef.
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JenniferF
Denver
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! We love Acirn!
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CaitlinC
Denver
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous every time!
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Kate47
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was really terrific, especially the 1/2 chicken and ribeye and cornbread.
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MarkN
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best meals Inhave had in Denver. From apps to wine recommendation to dessert it was great. Attentive but not overbearing service with people that you could tell care about what they are doing. The decor fits the industrial vibe of the place but left a little to be desired in terms of overall warmth and comfort. All in all, just go.
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SaraN
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a delicious dinner! We had the steak, smoked salmon, and the green farro.
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FrenchFoodie
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall3food4service2ambience3
The food here is great! The service was severely lacking. The rap music didn't fit the environment and it was really loud, but we were seated under a speaker. It was our second time here, we love the food but hope they can get their servers trained to smile and anticipate your needs better as well as be better versed in what they have to offer.
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MarlaM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Amazing food but drink prices seemed a bit high for what you get. Definitely a special occasion dinner.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super on it with food allergies and the menu in general. Excellent cocktails, delicious food, and fantastic service!!
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richardm
Denver
98 reviews
vip
3.0
98 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
We have been to Acorn many times, but this time I was really disappointed with the food. It is supposed to be shared plates, so portions are generous, but the variety of choices dictated that we each ordered our own. Unfortunately, my choices were very, very similar, with an emphasis on whole grains. I generally really like whole grains, but because I ordered the tuna crudo and the grain bowl, they are very much alike and no one wanted to share! My friends liked their food, but it was not outstanding. I would try again, but with so much choice in that area, will likely try another place first.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Food was excellent!
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JohnW
Austin
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
I had the kale salad, short ribs, and dessert and it was all very delicious. Definitely would recommend a visit here if you are in the RiNo area.
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KarinaA
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was outstanding. The staff was knowledgable, accommodating and not over bearing/constantly checking in. The food was unique, tasty AND filling. Will totally come back.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
I didn't do my homework very well, and was surprised that the prix fixe Denver Restaurant Week option didn't offer any choices. Luckily one could order from their normal menu. I still opted to try the Restaurant Week menu and added the wine pairing. Course 1: Heirloom Blue Cornbread with surryano ham and red-eye butter. The cornbread was really savory, and paired well with the salty ham and coffee-infused butter. This was paired with a nice Santa Barbara chardonnay (Tyler). Course 2: Duck confit with green farro, field peas, baby leek and blood oranges. It was succulent and paired well with the Mendocino Ridge pinot noir (Drew). Course 3: Golden honey cake with cacao nibs, mandarin oranges, and honeycomb. The cake was light and not too sweet. The orange flavored vermouth dessert wine pairing was pretty disgusting! (Mommenpop) I could smell it several feet away, and it smelled like Mr. Bubble's Bubble Bath from the 80's. Bob thought it smelled like the inside of a Grandma's purse. I actually took two sips and could not finish it. Bob ordered the half chicken entree. It came over a bed of front range fungi, rainbow chard stems, bread and butter pickled radishes and something called RW roots. The chicken was extremely moist and Bob enjoyed it. He also ordered the chocolate cake offering. The chocolate cake was actually kind of dry. There were large dollops of hazelnut mousse, chopped up hazelnuts and another accoutrement. I preferred mine and he preferred his. ;)
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Bernyb
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been dying to try this restaurant for years and finally made it during restaurant week. We of course diverted from the restaurant week menu and took all of the waiters suggestions. First of all the pork rinds are an absolute must. The grits are outstanding. For our main course we had the fish as well as the duck, both excellent choices. The restaurant is set in a very cool old foundry making us suburbanites feel extremely hip. Moderately priced... we kind of over did it with the wine so it would have been much more affordable if we had been a bit more frugal.
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MarkS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Every choice we made from the menu hit it out of the park. Especially the mussels and clams! Very helpful and attentive wait staff made our experience low stress.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant; it never disappoints. Ranks as one of the best in Denver.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Acorn using the Order Online button. Acorn also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 542-3721.

Acorn is rated 4.6 stars by 1354 OpenTable diners.

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3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216

Additional information

Cross street
33rd
Neighborhood
River North (Denver)
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.denveracorn.com/
Phone number
(720) 542-3721
Private party facilities
Celebrate with inspired food, amazing cocktails, and the best artisan beer and wine bar in Denver.
Private party contact
our Private Party Coordinator: (720) 542-3721

This restaurant now offers Takeout

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Lunch Plates

Candied Pecans$3.50

Green Olives$7.50

Pork Rinds$7.50

Heirloom Blue Cornbread$10.50

Kale & Apple Salad$14.50

Local Chicory$14.50

Little Gem Lettuce$17.00

Butter Beans*$16.50

Red Shrimp Curry$18.50

Oak Roasted Monkfish$17.50

Moroccan Fried Chicken$15.50

Pork Belly Pastrami$15.50

Wagyu Beef$16.50

Oak Grilled Double Cheeseburger*$15.50

Booze

Booze Free

Southeast Visions$5.00

Tea Time$6.00

Rehydrator$6.00

Housemade Ginger Beer$5.00

Low Booze

Old Havana$10.00

Summer Breeze$10.00

A Walk in the Park$10.00

High Booze

Acorn Bloody Mary$13.00

Monks Garden$14.00

Aloe Martini$14.00

Acorn Manhattan$16.00

Across the Atlantic$16.00

Retribution$14.00

Flatiron Meadow$12.00

Afternoon at the Buena Vista$14.00

A Tipple in Tain$13.00

Harvey for President$13.00

Beer

Four Falls Weizenbock$9.00

Hfs IPA$8.00

Golden Monkey Tripel$8.00

Nitro Milk Stout

Tropical Depression IPA

Roadie Radler

Mischief Golden Ale

Two Hearted Ale

Bubblin Brut IPA

Briney Melon Gose

Kölsch

Avery IPA

Tank 7

Flora Dry Hopped Saison

Daura Lager

Mountain Standard IPA

Sparkale

Ciderkin

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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