HICKORY HOLLOW – American
Family-run on US-301 in Ellenton since 1984, with a relaxed, unhurried dining room that has clearly not chased a trend in decades. Baby back ribs and smoked chicken carry the smoker; beyond them sit char-grilled pork shanks with mashed potatoes and collard greens, crab cakes and fried shrimp. Brunswick stew, fried green tomatoes, fried okra, squash with cheese and hush puppies fill out the sides, and the sauces run sweet or Carolina-vinegar sharp. Baked apple crisp to finish. Open Wednesday through Saturday only, so plan the week around it.
4705 US Route 301, Ellenton, FL 34222 941-722-3932 https://hickoryhollowbbq.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at HICKORY HOLLOW
Dairy-Free at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn Fritters (Small 4), Gazpacho Soup (Cup) and Smoked Turkey Platter (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Char-Grilled Chicken Wings (6), Smoked Turkey Platter (Small) and Char-Grilled Chopped Sirloin (6-oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Key West Sweet Pink Shrimp (6), Corn Fritters (Small 4) and Maryland Crab Cakes (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Brewed Ice Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Brewed Ice Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gazpacho Soup (Cup), Cobbler of the Day and Fresh Brewed Ice Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Cheese Curds, Bread Pudding with Wine-Butter Sauce and Corn Fritters (Small 4). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at HICKORY HOLLOW
HICKORY HOLLOW in Ellenton has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gazpacho Soup (Cup) and Fresh Brewed Ice Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at HICKORY HOLLOW
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Brownie Sundae | 119.5 g | 42.3 g |
| Veggie Platter (Small) | 86.7 g | 22.5 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
| Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms | 40.6 g | 16 g |
| Maryland-Style Crab Cake | 100 g | 12.3 g |
| Key Lime Pie | 110.2 g | 12.2 g |
| Brunswick Stew (Cup) | 39.1 g | 5.8 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Fried Cheese Curds | 0.9 g | 3.2 g |
| Baked Apple Crisp | 48.9 g | 2.9 g |
| Housemade Sangria | 30.2 g | 2 g |
| Soda | 4.3 g | 1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Menu
First Nibbles
- Maryland-Style Crab Cake - $11.5: Lump crab with Old Bay seasoning Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms - $10.5: Mushroom caps stuffed with crab cake, garlic butter, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $7.5: Sliced green tomatoes, yellow and white cornmeal blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cheese Curds - $8: Wisconsin cheddar curds, creamy pepper jelly dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char-Grilled Chicken Wings (6) - $12: Seasoned and/or sauced Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Bean Basket - $7.5: Lightly dusted green beans, horseradish sauce or ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char-Grilled Pork Shank (Single) - $5.5: Tender pork on the bone, choice of seasoning or sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Sides
- Corn Fritters (Small 4) - $3.5: Sweet flour and corn deep-fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brunswick Stew (Cup) - $6: Chicken, pork, corn, limas, potatoes, onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gazpacho Soup (Cup) - $6: Chilled soup with cucumber, zucchini, squash, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, tomato-based juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Dinner from The Farm
- Traditional Pulled Pork Barbecue - $12.5: Hickory-smoked pork, signature tomato-based barbecue sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina-Style Pork Barbecue - $12.5: Tender pork marinated with sweet vinegar and seasonings Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Louis-Style Ribs (Small) - $14: Barbecue-basted, slow-roasted pork ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char-Grilled Baby Back Ribs (1/2 Rack) - $15: BBQ sauce-basted Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken (1/4 Chicken) - $13: Hickory-smoked chicken, tomato-based barbecue sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Roasted BBQ Beef - $14: Slow-cooked with garlic and seasoning, topped with BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char-Grilled Chopped Sirloin (6-oz) - $13: Premium ground sirloin, grilled onions, natural au jus Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Tenders (3 Tenders) - $11: White breast tenders, seasoned breading Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey Platter (Small) - $12: Hand-carved smoked turkey breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Platter (Small) - $10.5: Choice of four vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Selections from The Sea
- Maryland Crab Cakes (Small) - $16.5: Seasoned with Old Bay, grilled Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern-Style Fried Catfish (1 Fillet) - $12: Cornmeal breaded and fried Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Key West Sweet Pink Shrimp (6) - $14: Seasoned bread crumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweet Temptations
- Baked Apple Crisp - $6: Apple slices, cinnamon crunch topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cobbler of the Day - $6: Blueberries, cherries or peaches, flaky pastry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Bread Pudding with Wine-Butter Sauce - $6: Cinnamon, raisins, wine-butter sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $6: Creamy lime filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Mango or Coconut Pie - $6: Key lime style with mango or coconut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Chocolate Brownie Sundae - $7.5: Brownie, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (1 Scoop) - $3.25: Vanilla bean ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Housemade Sangria - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $2.75: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Barq’s Root Beer, Mr. Pibb, Ginger Ale
- Fresh Brewed Ice Tea - $2.75: Sweet or Unsweetened Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coffee - $2.75: Regular or Decaf
- Gourmet Bottled Soda - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Domestic Beer Draft - $4: Amber Bock, Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Wine by the Glass - $5.5: 6-ounce mini bottle splits
Frequently Asked Questions about HICKORY HOLLOW
- Is HICKORY HOLLOW dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. HICKORY HOLLOW has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn Fritters (Small 4), Gazpacho Soup (Cup) and Smoked Turkey Platter (Small).
- What can I eat at HICKORY HOLLOW on a dairy-free diet?
- Corn Fritters (Small 4), Gazpacho Soup (Cup) and Smoked Turkey Platter (Small) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does HICKORY HOLLOW have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Gazpacho Soup (Cup) and Cobbler of the Day.
- Is HICKORY HOLLOW gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at HICKORY HOLLOW?
- Chocolate Brownie Sundae, at roughly 42.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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