Tavern Cafe – American
Tavern Cafe captures the soulful essence of Virginia’s culinary heritage, inviting guests into a warm, storied space where the scents of slow-simmered Brunswick stew and wood-smoked barbecue fill the air. From the briny snap of fresh Chesapeake oysters and buttery soft-shell crabs to the delicate flake of mountain trout, the kitchen celebrates the state’s diverse landscape with a refined yet rustic touch. Every meal feels like a homecoming, grounded by the comforting crunch of Virginia peanuts and golden ham biscuits that lead perfectly into a final, decadent slice of artisan pie.
Monument Place https://www.virginia.org/listing/tavern-cafe%EF%BF%BD/3419Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and approachable menu, guests appreciate the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere that makes for a reliable dining experience. Diners highlight the value of the tavern fare, noting that the quality
Menu
Main Courses
- Virginia Burger - $12.99: Beef patty served on a bun with various toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Virginia Barbecue - $15.5: Slow-cooked smoked meat with regional sauces (vinegar, tomato-mustard, or sweet tomato) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mountain Trout - $18: Native brook trout prepared applewood smoked, cornmeal crusted, or almondine Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brunswick Stew - $8.5: Hearty meat and vegetable-based stew with chicken or pork Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Virginia Oysters - $24: Fresh local oysters from eight different regions Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Crabs - $22: Steamed crabs or sweet meat crab cakes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crabs - $26: Lightly battered and fried blue crabs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Snacks
- Ham Biscuits - $6.99: Traditional biscuits served with Smithfield country ham Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Virginia Peanuts - $4.5: Large roasted Virginia-grown peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Desserts
- Artisan Pie - $7: Southern-style favorites like bourbon pecan or lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Local Chocolates - $5.5: Handcrafted chocolate creations and vintage candies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Virginia Craft Beer - $7: Local selection of craft brews Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Virginia Wine - $9: Local varietals including Albarino and Viognier Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Hard Cider - $6.5: Fermented apple cider from local orchards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Artisan Coffee - $3.5: Freshly brewed local coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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- Callao Brewing Company — American
- Horn Harbor Restaurant — Seafood
