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Copperwood Tavern

3.8 (1.2k reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Steak salad
Alex S.

Had lunch there couple weeks back and sat outside. Outside area is clean and servers were friendly. The food for brunch has a lot of variety and they also give free popcorn! Definitely recommend to try them out.

House-cut seasoned parsley Frites
Kamilia L.

Happy Hour provided a small sample of this Farm to Table Hot Spot. We enjoyed it. I got the House Cut Parsley fries which was huge and seasoned to perfection. Venison meatballs, were great; super moist and had great texture, Brussels Salad with Steak, this delectable Bread Pudding with Cherries and a light caramel sauce, and a Peachy Whiskey drink I think called a southern sparkle that got me right. It was sweet and had a nice zing. Every bite was delicious. I didn't order a Buger but wish I had room as they looked amazing. My server was charming and swift. Highly recommend. Outside seating was roomy too.

Tavern Burger with Salad.
Tiffany L.

Located in the Village at Shirlington area. Met a friend here for dinner and it was so yummy! We loved everything we tried. PARKING: While there's no parking at the restaurant specificallyl, there are several parking garages/lots nearby that don't charge. CORNBREAD: These cute cornbread muffins were complimentary to the table. Overall okay, wish they were warmed upon serving. Still enjoyed them though with the soft spread. FRIED GREEN TOMATOES: This comes with cornmeal crusted fried green tomatoes, crispy basil leaves, and basil aioli. I've never had green tomatoes before and really enjoyed them! BAKED BRIE: This comes with fig compote, toasted almonds, grilled baguette, grapes, and honeycomb. This did not come with enough baguettes. Would not get this again. TAVERN BURGER: This comes with angus beef patty, aged cheddar, crispy bacon, bibb lettuce, red wine shallot aioli, and a brioche bun. Overall, this was very yummy. A little tough to eat the more I ate haha, but overall still yummy nonetheless.

DUCK DEVILED EGGS 12 southern duck eggs. mayo, mustard, swveet relish, candied baolcon, red sorrel microgreens
Lily J.

I'm shocked I've never been to Copperwood Tavern because I've seen it pop up quite a few times. I have to say the service was impeccable. We had a fun and engaging waitress who definitely was the reason for the additional star but unfortunately the food left a lot to be desired. My friend ordered the Braised Rabbit but stated that he was unaware that it was more so pasta focused. He thought it would be more rabbit focused since it wasn't really advertised on the menu as a pasta dish. I ordered the Duck Breast which could have been amazing but was very underseasoned. We had the duck deviled eggs appetizer which were solid but doesn't vary too much from typical deviled eggs. The highlight was the short rib appetizer which was very flavorful. All in all, the restaurant was spacious and the service was great but the food didn't live up to other factors unfortunately. However, i would be open to returning in case this is a one off since I did like the variety on the menu.

Five Cheese Truffle Mac
Julia

We stopped here for a more casual dinner before our movie and were pleasantly surprised! Really great atmosphere, very lively and cozy and I like the farmhouse decor. Great menu and our server was so friendly! I got the Mac and cheese and it was divine! The seafood linguini was a big hit as well. Would definitely recommend for a solid tavern experience and I hope to return!

Eric S.

My first time here for breakfast/brunch. Seated immediately with no wait and greeted by wait staff. Brought out water and menus and she gave great recommendations. I had the short rib hash which was actually pretty good and filling. I had to salt and pepper it up but I didn't mind. My wife had the chicken and waffles which also was pretty good. She ordered a side of eggs which she didn't like at all. Also friends with us ordered the deviled eggs and they didn't like at all either. Otherwise a very filling and pleasant experience as always here.

Linda P.

The food was great, everything we ordered was good, and the service was friendly and efficient. No complaints at all! It's a solid go-to in Shirlington for good food and a comfortable atmosphere. Parking in the area can get a little tricky at times, but overall it's a great experience every visit.

HH version of old fashioned
Aimee B.

Quick stop at the bar between appts and was disappointed - service was inattentive and not very friendly but rescued by a second better bartender (didn't get names but he was taller than the first), the mushroom crostini was bleh as they used canned mushrooms, not great. And the old fashioned was okay but full of ice

Fries
Elvin M.

One of the nicer places In Shirlington. Stopped by for a quick bite, sat at the bar and it was a nice experience. The ambiance was nice and the service was very good. I had the crab soup and it was delicious. Definitely will be back.

Seafood pasta
Barbara M.

This was my first time visiting this rustic cabin themed restaurant. I like the decor. There was no wait on a Friday late afternoon for 2, so that was a plus. They serve popcorn as a complimentary item, which I think is pretty cool. I'm not a huge fan of the flavor. Plain butter would have been just fine. Ordered the seafood pasta and Parmesan crusted trout. When we inquired about a side of spinach to go with the pasta we were told it would be a whopping $10 extra, so needless to say, we skipped the spinach. The portion of the pasta dish was on the smaller side. The Parmesan crusted trout was very good, crust was cooked perfectly. I'd return and try something different.

Shrimp and Grits
Niki H.

I really enjoy when I visit a place and there's a new experience available. That said, the BBQ popcorn as a complimentary starter was unexpectedly amazing. I also tried a sorbet mimosa for the first time and ended up with two. I was there for a birthday and we had a large group. I was pleasantly surprised to find that we could all sit together and that they could split our checks. Everything my family had was delicious. The baked brie, banana foster French toast, short rib Benedict, the shrimp and grits, the blueberry ricotta and the kids breakfast platter, were all eaten without any notes. However, another family ordered the fried green tomatoes and felt it was bland. Other than that, everyone enjoyed their meals overall. If I could make suggest one thing that would make this a 5-star experience, it would be to offer a concession for the special guest that brought so many new patrons to your restaurant. My husband brought a wonderful cake for me so I wouldn't expect a dessert but I'm sure there are so many other ways to show gratitude and encourage others to want to bring groups to celebrate there.

Inside as you walk in
Mitchell M.

A really nice looking restaurant inside. A bar is also readily available for seating. Came for lunch visiting my son in town. Got the Spicy Chicken Sandwich with fries. Cooked perfectly and loved the pickled toppings. Fries are hand cut and delish.

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They have a fried goat cheese appetizer that's outstanding. Service is always great and servers are friendly.

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Food is always good. Service is always good. Love the BBQ sandwich. Love the grilled chicken sandwich.

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Do they still have high backed booths for seating in the back section (or anywhere else) in the restaurant?

Yes they do, about 3 or 4 booths are still there with the high backs.

Do they have a gluten free menu, the reviews are mixed?

Do they offer delivery? I swear they used to be on Uber Eats but now don't see them.

We are on UberEats, DoorDash, and GrubHub

Do they still have oysters on their happy hour menu for a dollar?

Not sure but the ones I had for full price were so microscopic, they were worth about 50 cents.

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