Great Oaks Tavern – American
Great Oaks Tavern invites guests into a spirited atmosphere where rustic warmth meets a bold, smoke-infused menu brimming with culinary whimsy. The kitchen transforms familiar comfort into inventive art, serving up everything from the savory depth of harissa pork katsu to soul-warming smoked meatloaf and crispy, golden sauerkraut balls. It is a vibrant gathering spot where playful creativity and fire-kissed flavors come together to create a dining experience that is both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
218 Great Oaks Trail, 44281 https://greatoaks.fun/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, plant-based, mediterranean, glp1, low-cholesterol, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, tlc, renal, zone, volumetrics, macrobiotic, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the impressive food quality and incredible freshness of every dish, noting that the high standards make for a memorable first-time experience. Celebrated for its nice ambiance and helpful service, guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff who ensure a smooth dining experience. Reviewers highlight the consistently fresh ingredients and inviting setting, with many already planning their next visit to enjoy the vibrant flavors again.
Menu
Winter Seasonal Features
- Chicken Papri-Tots - $16: Hungarian sausage & shredded potatoes rolled into tater tots, deep-fried, topped with house-made smoked chicken paprikash and candied hungarian peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep-Fried Asparagus - $12: Hand-breaded, deep-fried asparagus served with house-made rustic marinara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Chili - $8: House-smoked chili with a blend of smoked meats, topped with shredded smoked cheddar cheese, onions, and chipotle lime sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Sauerkraut Balls - $14: House-made sauerkraut balls with smoked meats, breaded, fried and served with hot mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Popper - $16: Two 4oz smash patties, pepper popper cream cheese, smoked cheddar, house-made jalapeño-bacon jam, toasted sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Billy Goat Salad - $16: Mixed greens, lemon-whipped goats cheese, candy stripe beets, garlic chips, house-smoked shredded chicken, pecan vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicky Chicky Parm Parm - $16: Deep-fried chicken cutlet, house-made rustic marinara, melted mozzarella, toasted ciabatta bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Wizard - $14: Hand-breaded deep-fried eggplant, house-made rustic marinara, vegan parmesan, fresh basil, toasted ciabatta bun. Contains nuts. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harissa Pork Katsu - $15: Panko breaded pork loin, orange harissa sauce, namasu, shredded cabbage, umami mayo, toasted sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Meatloaf - $18: House-smoked meatloaf, house-made luxardo bordellaise, house-made pom purée, deep-fried asparagus Available at: dinner, lunch
Shareables
- Bavarian Pretzel - $16: 16oz Bavarian pretzel served with house made honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders - $13: Hand battered & deep fried chicken tenders served with hot honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Board - $22: Seasonal meats and cheeses served on a 16oz Bavarian pretzel Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $11: White cheddar cheese curds breaded & deep-fried, served with house-made ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hush Puppies - $8: Fried cornmeal fritters served with house-made honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Corn Dogs - $11: All-beef hot dogs hand dipped in cornmeal batter and deep fried, served with honey mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Chips & Dip - $8: Freshly fried potato chips served with house-made sour cream & onion dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip - $12: Smoked chicken, house-made buffalo sauce, cream cheese, served with tortilla chips & fresh cut veggies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Wings (6) - $11: House smoked wings with choice of sauce or dry rub Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Wings (12) - $18: House smoked wings with choice of sauce or dry rub Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zaatar Crusted Pita and Hummus - $10: Grilled pita crusted with mediterranean herbs, served with house-made hummus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Baaad Salad - $11: Mixed greens, goat cheese, nuts, seasonal berries, pickled red onion, house-made white french dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $9: Chopped romaine, house-made pretzel croutons, cotija cheese, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Salad - $9: Mixed greens, shredded cheese, cucumber, chopped tomato, red onion, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Greek - $11: Chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, kalamata olives, feta, greek dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- BBQ Burger - $14: 1/2 lb burger patty, smoked cheddar, pulled pork, onion straws, bbq sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyond Burger - $14: Plant-based beyond burger patty, avocado spread, lettuce, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black & Bleu Burger - $14: 1/2 lb burger patty, cajun seasoning, bleu cheese, pickled red onion, chipotle aioli, bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smash Burger - $14: Two 1/4 lb beef patties, white american cheese, shredded lettuce, diced white onion, house-made pickles, pickled pepper relish, tavern sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Burger - $12: 1/2 lb burger patty, white american cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, house-made pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Sandwiches
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $12: Smoked chicken, house-made buffalo sauce, ranch, lettuce, tomato, diced onion, smoked cheddar cheese, flour wrap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto Panini - $13: Grilled chicken breast, swiss cheese, sautéed onions, bacon, creamy pesto sauce, grilled sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $11: Hand-battered & deep-fried chicken tenders, fluffy waffle, house-made hot honey or maple syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Falafel Sandwich - $11: House-made deep-fried falafel, pickled onions, hummus, hot tahini sauce, grilled pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $9: Smoked cheddar, pepper jack, bacon, tomato, grilled sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro - $10: Flame-broiled gyro meat, feta cheese, onion, tomato, house-made tzatziki, pita Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sub - $12: Black forest ham, salami, capicola, pepperoni, lettuce, tomato, red onion, white american cheese, choice of italian dressing or pepper relish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich - $13: House-smoked turkey, jerk seasoned, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado spread, chipotle aioli, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $11: House-smoked pulled pork, house-made coleslaw, sweet & spicy pickles, house-made bbq sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shredded Jackfruit Sandwich - $12: Smoked shredded jackfruit, house-made bbq sauce, fried onion straws, house-made pickles, toasted bun Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Brisket Philly - $14: Thinly shaved smoked beef brisket, sautéed onions, mushrooms, melted white american cheese, toasted hoagie bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Dog - $8: All beef 1/4 lb hot dog, pepper relish, onion, mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Chorizo Tacos - $13: Vegan pulled-oat chorizo, pickled red onion, shredded lettuce, chunky salsa, house-made tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
For The Kids
- Kids Cheeseburger - $6.69: 1/4lb burger with white american cheese & house made pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Tendies - $6.69: House-made buttermilk chicken tenders Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Corn Doggies - $6.69: House-made gluten-free corn dogs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $6.69: White american cheese on grilled sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Hot Dog - $6.69: Plain all-beef hot dog Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Mac N' Cheese - $6.69: White cheddar mac n' cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweets
- Bread Pudding Muffin - $5.99: Scratch-made bread pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pot De Dirt - $6.69: Stout-infused chocolate pot de creme, whipped cream, crushed oreos, gummy worms Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Sweet Pretzel Bites - $5.99: Bavarian pretzel pieces covered in cinnamon sugar & sweet berry topping Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Frog Juice - $5: Cold-pressed yuzu super juice with bubbles, sugar, & spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Merry Marge - $5: Scratch-made cranberry margarita mocktail Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Attorney Privilege - $13: Towpath bourbon, house-made orgeat, bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Barrel-Aged Banana Bread - $15: Watershed bourbon barrel-aged in house with brown sugar banana confection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coquito - $11: Towpath holiday-spiced rum, thick & creamy puerto rican cocktail
- Holiday Mule - $13: Oyo vodka, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
- Merry Margarita - $11: Western reserve agave liquor, cranberry juice, lime, house-made rosemary syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Peaflower Power - $13: Gin, elderflower liqueur, botanicals, fresh citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Professor Plum - $8: McAlpine plum mead, pomegranate juice, ume & brown sugar syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Savory Girl Martini - $13: Minglewood vodka, doc schmickle’s pickle, house-made pickle juice, garlic-stuffed olive Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- The New Marvel - $11: Watershed vodka, orange liqueur, house-made simple syrup, yuzu super juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Fountain Beverage - $3.67: Choice of Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Ginger Ale, Lemon-Lime Soda, Lemonade, Mountain Dew, Pepsi, Root Beer, Unsweet Iced Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sides
- French Fries Upgrade - $2: Substitute chips for french fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Tots Upgrade - $3: Substitute chips for sweet potato tots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese Upgrade - $3: Substitute chips for mac & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Cheese Bowl - $2: Add a bowl of beer cheese to pretzel or board
Frequently Asked Questions about Great Oaks Tavern
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its smoke-infused menu featuring inventive dishes like harissa pork katsu, smoked sauerkraut balls, and chicken papri-tots.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Harissa Pork Katsu, Smoked Meatloaf, Smoked Sauerkraut Balls, Chicken Papri-Tots, and the Billy Goat Salad.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Great Oaks Tavern specializes in American cuisine featuring a smoke-infused menu with inventive comfort dishes like harissa pork katsu and smoked meatloaf.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American tavern stands out for its high food quality, fresh ingredients, and inventive dishes like harissa pork katsu.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://greatoaks.fun/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational and can be reached through their official website at https://greatoaks.fun/ for more information.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The restaurant offers a spirited, vibrant atmosphere with rustic warmth, featuring a welcoming setting and helpful service for casual dining.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Great Oaks Tavern does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews received.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include harissa pork katsu, smoked meatloaf, sauerkraut balls, chicken papri-tots, and the Big Popper.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant information does not include specific hours of operation for Great Oaks Tavern.
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