Tavern In The Forest Menu
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Desserts
Kids
Burgers
Hand-formed craft burger blend, teriyaki glaze, zucchini slaw, white sauce
Hand-formed craft burger blend, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion straws, Tavern Sauce, topped with a fried egg cooked over medium
Hand-formed 10oz craft burger blend, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, Tavern Sauce
Hand-formed craft burger blend, Swiss cheese, mayo, mushrooms and onions sauteed in a savory brown gravy
Hand-formed craft burger blend, cheddar, onion straws, homemade BBQ sauce, Tavern Sauce
Hand-formed craft burger blend, pepperjack cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, chili garlic aioli, crispy tortilla strips
Hand-formed craft burger blend, bleu cheese crumbles, peppercorn encrusted bacon, lettuce, tomato, bleu cheese dressing
Two 4 oz hand-formed craft burger blend patties, American cheese, bacon, southern style coleslaw, yellow mustard
Hand-formed craft burger blend, pimento cheese, crispy fried pickles, lettuce, tomato, ranch
Soups/Salads
Artisan blend of greens, grilled chicken, fire roasted corn and red peppers, pico de gallo, avocado, bacon, shredded cheddar jack, crispy tortilla strips, avocado ranch dressing
Artisan blend of greens, seared Ahi tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, carrots, sliced almonds, tuxedo sesame seeds, crispy wonton strips, asian vinaigrette
Traditional Caesar salad with hearts of romaine, parmesan, garlic croutons, and Caesar dressing
Traditional house salad with artisan blend of greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, sliced almonds, garlic croutons, house dressing
Artisan blend of greens, fresh spinach, oven roasted sweet potatoes, fire roasted corn, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, bleu cheese crumbles, served with housemade citrus vinaigrette
Traditional house salad with artisan blend of greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, sliced almonds, garlic croutons, house dressing
Seasonal
Traditional french onion soup topped with melted provolone and crostini
Artisan blend of greens, fried buffalo chicken, carrots, cherry tomatoes, chunky bleu cheese dressing, bleu cheese crumbles
Traditional house salad with artisan blend of greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, sliced almonds, garlic croutons, house dressing
Traditional house salad with artisan blend of greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, sliced almonds, garlic croutons, house dressing
Pizza By The Slice
Size, Beer Cheese
12" Pizza
Ham, bacon, everything bagel seasoning
Grilled chicken, Carolina Gold sauce, ranch drizzle
Fresh mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red sauce
Ham and pineapple
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, ham
Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, olive oil
Grilled chicken, Carolina Gold sauce, ranch drizzle
Tajin-seasoned grilled chicken, pico de gallo, chili garlic hot sauce drizzle
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, fire roasted red peppers
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, mushrooms, onions
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce
Green peppers, mushrooms, onions, black olives
Starters
Mild, Hot, Teriyaki, BBQ, TeriHot, Carolina Gold, Lemon Pepper, Korean BBQ, Garlic Parm, Old Bay, Sweet Asian Chili, PB&J, All The Smoke, Mango Habanero
Crispy fried wontons filled with duck bacon and cream cheese, served with sweet thai chili sauce
Freshly fried tortilla chips, melted cheddar jack cheese, beer cheese, chili, lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream topped with a blistered, fresh jalapeno
Mild, Hot, Teriyaki, BBQ, TeriHot, Carolina Gold, Lemon Pepper, Korean BBQ, Garlic Parm, Old Bay, Sweet Asian Chili, PB&J, All The Smoke, Mango Habanero
Crispy fried onion straws served with Tavern Sauce
Freshly fried tortilla chips, melted cheddar jack cheese, beer cheese, chili, lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream topped with a blistered, fresh jalapeno
Panko crusted, crispy fried, extra cheesy mac & cheese served with ranch
Seasoned potato skins topped with cheese, bacon, scallions, served with ranch
Hand-cut and breaded chicken tenders served with honey mustard
Cream cheese blended with mild buffalo sauce, parmesan cheese, and pulled chicken topped with a blend of cheeses and served with freshly fried tortilla chips
Cauliflower Pizza
Ham, bacon, everything bagel seasoning
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce
Grilled chicken, Carolina Gold sauce, ranch drizzle
Fresh mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red sauce
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, mushrooms, onions
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, ham
Tajin-seasoned grilled chicken, pico de gallo, chili garlic hot sauce drizzle
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, fire roasted red peppers
Ham and pineapple
Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, olive oil
Crispy fried chicken, fresh dill pickle chips, honey mustard drizzle, BBQ sauce drizzle
Green peppers, mushrooms, onions, black olives
Sandwiches
Corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, thousand island, on grilled marbled rye
Grilled chicken, white american cheese, sauteed onions, on a hoagie roll
Genoa salami, cotto salami, ham, lettuce, tomato, provolone cheese, italian spices, oil and vinegar, on a hoagie roll
Grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, Tavern Sauce served on a brioche bun
Crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and sliced avocado served on grilled marbled rye bread
Thinly shaved, hand-trimmed smoked Certified Angus Beef USDA Prime brisket, cheddar, BBQ aioli, on a hoagie roll
Grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze, parmesan, on a hoagie roll
Fried chicken breast, Pimento cheese , jalapeños, and a drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey, on a brioche bun
Breaded chicken cutlet, housemade marinara, mozzarella cheese, on a hoagie roll
Tender roast beef slow roasted in house, melted provolone cheese, on a hoagie roll with side of au jus
Choice of steak or chicken, provolone cheese, sauteed peppers and onions, on a hoagie roll
Eastern NC style pulled pork bbq served on a brioche bun
Fried chicken breast, swiss cheese, bacon, ranch, lettuce, tomato, on a brioche bun
Fried chicken breast tossed in buffalo sauce, lettuce, tomato, bleu cheese dressing, on a brioche bun
Ham, turkey, bacon, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, Tavern Sauce, on your choice of thick sliced brioche or a wrap
Entrees
Penne pasta with house made marinara, topped with shredded asiago, served with garlic knot
Crispy fried haddock and shrimp served with fries, hushpuppies, and coleslaw
Lightly breaded shrimp fried crispy and served with fries and hushpuppies
Homemade meatloaf served layered with garlic mashed potatoes and smothered in brown gravy
Penne pasta, housemade buffalo alfredo sauce, topped with grilled chicken and bleu cheese crumbles, served with garlic knot
Sauteed chicken breasts, fire roasted red peppers, sauteed onions and green peppers, mushrooms, topped with melted provolone, served with garlic mashed potatoes
Hand-cut and breaded chicken tenders served with fries and side of honey mustard
Crispy fried haddock served with fries and hushpuppies
Pearl sugar waffles, maple syrup, and crispy fried chicken breast drizzled with carolina gold barbeque sauce.
Mahi Mahi grilled over an open flame and served with baby baker potatoes and sauteed baby spinach
Sides
N/A Beverages
An intensely flavored, refreshing, spicy cherry alternative to regular cola.
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
The same great taste but with zero calories.
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
16" Pizza
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, mushrooms, onions
Grilled chicken, Carolina Gold sauce, ranch drizzle
Green peppers, mushrooms, onions, black olives
Tajin-seasoned grilled chicken, pico de gallo, chili garlic hot sauce drizzle
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, ham
Fresh mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red sauce
Grilled chicken, Carolina Gold sauce, ranch drizzle
Ham, bacon, everything bagel seasoning
Italian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, fire roasted red peppers
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce
Ham and pineapple
Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, olive oil
At Tavern In The Forest, the menu feels like a broad, crowd-pleasing American tavern lineup that leans into comfort food with plenty of variety across categories. Starters set the tone with shareable favorites like Giant Pretzel, Wings, Duck Wontons, Tavern Nachos, and Boneless Wings, while the beer cheese options-Beer Cheese, 4 Oz, Beer Cheese, 8 Oz, and Beer Cheese 16 Oz-add a rich, pub-style touch. The burger section is especially hearty, featuring standouts such as Hibachi Burger, Hangover Burger, Tavern Burger, Mushroom & Swiss Burger, and BBQ Bacon Burger, each designed for indulgent, filling meals. Soups and salads offer lighter balance with Fiesta Crunch Cobb Salad, Seared Ahi Wonton Salad, Caesar Salad, Family Style Tavern Salad W/Chicken, and Harvest Salad. Pizza lovers are well covered too, from by-the-slice options like Cheese Slice and Daily Slice to full pies including 12" Everything Bagel, 12" Closed On Sundays, 12" Margherita, 12" Hawaiian, and larger 16" House Special, 16" Carolina Gold, 16" Veggie, and 16" Fiesta Chicken, along with build-your-own options. Sandwiches such as Reuben, Chicken Philly, Italian Sub, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and BLT+A keep things classic, while entrees like Penne Alla, Fried Seafood Platter, Fried Shrimp, Tavern Meatloaf, and Buffalo Chicken Pasta add more substantial choices. The kids’ menu is equally well covered with Kids Pepperoni Pizza, Kids Grilled Cheese, Kids Cheeseburger, Kids Grilled PB&J, and Kids Mac & Cheese. For sides, options like Baby Bakers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and add-ons such as Extra Blue Cheese or Add Chicken, Fried round out the experience. Finally, desserts including Limoncello Cake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Cake, and NY Cheesecake provide a classic sweet finish, while beverages like Shirley Temple, Chocolate Milk, Root Beer, and Apple Juice keep things simple and familiar.