Red Heat Tavern – American
Stepping into this high-energy social hub, guests are greeted by the smoky aroma of mesquite-fired wings and the comforting sizzle of cast-iron skillets. The vibrant space pulses with life as friends gather over oversized pretzels and golden, jumbo tater tots, creating a warm atmosphere where bold, fire-kissed flavors turn every meal into a communal celebration.
152 The Great Road, Bedford MA 01730 https://redheattavern.com/locations/red-heat-american-tavern-restaurant-ma/bedford/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, plant-based, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, atkins, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, south-beach, volumetrics, detox, tlc, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming and attentive service, guests love visiting for special occasions to enjoy the incredible and well-prepared menu. Standout dishes include the delicious sandwich, which reviewers highlight for its exceptional flavor and quality. The cozy atmosphere is frequently praised for making this a perfect neighborhood addition where diners can relax and enjoy a memorable meal.
Menu
Starters
- Skillet Cornbread - $5.95: baked fresh daily, honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Chili - $9.95: diced sirloin, ground beef, red beans, cheddar jack cheese, sour cream, scallions, tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $11.5: crispy dill pickles, creole seasoning, black pepper ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mesquite Wings - $16.5: marinated bone-in mesquite wings, carrots, celery. Choice of sweet thai w. sriracha aioli, 11 herbs and spices dry rub w. black pepper ranch, or buffalo w. blue cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Heat Nachos - $16.95: house-fried corn tortillas, corn and black bean salsa, pickled jalapeños, diced tomatoes, cheddar jack cheese, scallions, cilantro, queso drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Tenders - $16.5: hand-breaded chicken tenders, carrots, celery. Choice of buffalo w. blue cheese sauce, sweet thai w. sriracha aioli, or classic w. honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Dip - $15.95: diced chicken, cheddar cheese, ranch drizzle, tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Tater Tots - $12.95: bacon cheddar tater tots, sour cream Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Ass Pretzel - $14.95: ginormous bavarian pretzel w. honey mustard and queso sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Cauliflower - $13.5: crumbled blue cheese, ranch drizzle, blue cheese sauce, celery Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bang Bang Broccoli - $13.5: general tso sauce, sriracha aioli, scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Greens
- Caesar Salad - $12.95: romaine, house-made croutons, american grana, old-school caesar dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $15.5: mixed greens, cucumbers, red onions, grape tomatoes, olives, toasted chickpeas, local feta cheese, greek dressing, everything pita chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $15.95: romaine, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, applewood-smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles, hard-boiled egg, black pepper ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Chicken Salad - $21.95: marinated chicken, edamame, quinoa, julienned vegetables, mixed greens, cucumbers, red peppers, toasted almonds, scallions, cilantro, ginger soy dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Beet Salad - $15.95: spinach, arugula, sliced apples, golden beets, quinoa, charred onions, feta cheese, pepitas, honeycrisp apple vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
- Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowl - $21.95: general tso-glazed chicken, broccoli, rice and quinoa mix, julienned vegetables, toasted almonds, scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds, ginger soy dressing, sriracha aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Steak & Avocado Bowl - $25.95: marinated tips, roasted zucchini, peppers and onions w. rice and quinoa mix, corn and black bean salsa, spinach, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, cilantro, ancho crema, chipotle lime vinaigrette, grilled avocado, tajín Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Bowl - $20.95: roasted sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts and cauliflower w. rice and quinoa mix, spinach, goat cheese, candied pistachios, dried cranberries, greek dressing, maple mustard glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Classic Burger - $17.5: lettuce, tomato, red onions, american cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Burger - $18.5: applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, onion strings, brown sugar BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmhouse Burger - $18.5: applewood-smoked bacon, fried sunny egg, american cheese, garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $17: guacamole, arugula, tomato, corn and black bean salsa, pickled jalapeños, cheddar cheese, ancho mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Fish Tacos - $17.5: fried haddock, lettuce, cotija cheese, pineapple salsa, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Birria Tacos - $18.95: braised chicken, cheddar jack cheese, onions, cilantro, chipotle sauce, flour tortillas, dipping broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Pesto Melt - $17.5: arugula, mozzarella cheese, olive relish, pesto aioli, ciabatta bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Fried Chicken - $17.5: buttermilk fried chicken, nashville hot seasoning, lettuce, pickles, honey butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap - $17.5: buttermilk fried chicken, applewood-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onions, cheddar jack cheese, honey mustard, honey wheat wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Turkey Melt - $17.5: dry-rubbed turkey, roasted red peppers, spinach, mozzarella cheese, chipotle sauce, toasted challah Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese - $18.95: smoked in-house, pickled red onions, cheddar cheese, brown sugar BBQ, toasted challah Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Mains
- Roasted Steak Tips - $29.95: 3/4lb marinated tips, house-made steak sauce, broccoli, garlic mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Turkey Tips - $26.95: marinated turkey tips, ancho crema, street corn, lemon rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Strip Steak - $35.95: brussels sprouts, garlic mashed potatoes, tavern butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Haddock - $23.95: kettle chip topping, sun-dried tomato beurre blanc, green beans, lemon rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Chicken - $22.95: ginger soy marinated chicken breasts, broccoli, rice and quinoa mix, pineapple salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pistachio Salmon - $27.95: maple-glazed roasted salmon, candied pistachios, green beans, garlic mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Chicken - $24.95: buttermilk, thyme, white bacon gravy, green beans, garlic mashed potatoes. Choice of bone-in or boneless Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Mac - $16.95: house-made cheese sauce, kettle chip crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Entree - $19.95: served w. french fries. Choice of honey mustard, general tso, BBQ, or nashville hot w. honey butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mesquite Cauliflower - $6.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmesan French Fries - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Brussels Sprouts - $8.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Skillet Cookie - $9.95: vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake - $10.95: seasonal selection
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $10.95: vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
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