We decided to come here before going to a show at the Funny Bone. We thought it was a brewery, as that was how it was marketed on Google Maps. When we showed up, we were confused to find it was definitely more of a restaurant than a typical brewery. The venue was nice, but didn't feel like a brewery. Upon sitting at the bar, we struggled to get any attention from the bartenders. Once we did, we ordered an Ohio High and a Dizzying Heights. Both beers were great! I wish we had more time to try different beers. I would recommend coming back for the bees, but expect that you're entering a restaurant that happens to brew beer. read more

Forbidden Root - Brewery menu - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Great specials for carry out! We ordered the burger and beer combo, which includes a large burger, fries, and a pint can of your choice. The burger was big and juicy, topped with a thousand island-like sauce, cheese, and pickles. The fries were delicious as well. We started with the pork and sauerkraut balls, which had a perfectly crispy outer shell filled with savory sliced pork and kraut with a grain-mustard dipping sauce for a complex flavor combination. My son ordered the grilled cheese meal, of which I ate half. It was deliciously buttered, but still crisp. We were very impressed by the beer. The Infinite Lives NE DIPA definitely took the cake with a hazy appearance and a well-balanced, sweet citrus taste to blunt the bitterness of the hops. I would highly recommend this beer for any IPA enthusiasts. We will definitely be back for more soon. read more

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I'll start with the good: the space is lovely and the beer is yummy. Unfortunately the rest of my experience was a let down. I'm hesitant to ding restaurants for service right now because I'm keenly aware of the staffing shortages, but FR was not busy and our server was basically MIA for most of our meal. Our drink order took 20 minutes to come out (the appetizer came first) and I had ask for a water refill and the check, which took another 20 minutes. Sadly, the food was also disappointing. Everything looked good, but lacked flavor. I couldn't get over the tasteless pieces of bread served with the burrata small plate. And the side salad with my sandwich was so so bland. I'd go back for a drink at the spacious bar, but with so many other dining options at Easton, I won't rush back for dinner. read more

Forbidden Root - Nashville hot chicken sandwich with a sadly tasteless side salad. - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The ambiance of this place is incredible! Very friendly staff! The only thing is I wish there was a little bit more to add to the food menu. I am sure it has been downsized due to COVID-19 so I understand. Our server recommended anything sandwich related, but we opted for something a little lighter. The Crackers and Cheese was quite good! Loved the little drizzle of sweet honey on top of an aged creamy cheddar & you can't go wrong with Ritz crackers! Excited to enjoy a beer flight, but beers were just okay, sadly. read more

Forbidden Root - Cheese and Crackers - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The server was amazing. We had great customer service. The cod sandwich and the Salmon sandwich was exceptional. We also loved the industrial decor. read more

We were stopping in Columbus on our way north and a friend recommended Forbidden Root so we gave it a shot. So glad we did! The service was timely and professional, wait staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The food was too notch, I had the ribeye sandwich and my husband had the Nashville hot chicken. Both were delicious. Our son had the smash burger and our daughter had ramen spiced Mac and cheese. Yummy. Topped off the night with hummingbird cake. Amazingly delicious! On our way back home after the holidays we plan to stop again. read more

We stopped in for a drink and we're pleasantly surprised to see the Monday special they have! Looking for a quick drink and appetizer, we decided to split the burger and beer special. The burger was great! Service from the bar was also attentive and friendly. We've been here several times and have anyways had a very good experience! read more

The vibe and atmosphere were on point! The food and customer service was Excellent! We had nashville hot with fries, pulled pork sandwich and strawberry shortcake. The old fashion and spritzer were a nice compliment as well. Our server turned us on to their penut butter whiskey but I swear it taste like salted carmel and those shots are to go. 1 for $5 and 5 foe $20 We will be back! read more

Forbidden Root - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Randomly walked by and decided to eat here! Was pleasantly surprised! They said their main restaurant is from Chicago. Interior was awesome but we sat outside on the patio (COVID19 still) Really liked their modified menu but cannot wait to back and try their mussels Their charcuterie board was a bit disappointing for the $21 but I also wonder if that's just how it is around here? I don't know but I expected a lot more and more meat variety and just better pairings Kwings, fries were amazing The Nashville hot chicken sandwich was pretty good-not amazing but 7/10, hits the spot though if you want a hot chicken sandwich Drinks were strong! Coming back for sure Great location read more

Forbidden Root - Kwings and Nashville hot Nashville Chicken Sandwich - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The food & service was pretty good. That said, surprisingly we got charged a $4 credit card transaction fee and was not informed in advance.

Forbidden Root is a great restaurant in the Easton area that serves really good food for a good price. Their menu is different as they offer unique main dishes that range from duck to Bulgogi to ramen mac n cheese. They offer bar snacks and small plates which is a nice option because bar snacks allow you to get something smaller to munch on if you're not that hungry or an option of a smaller plate which is more like an appetizer that can be shared. They pretty much have any type of alcohol that you could want - from craft beer, to cocktails, wine, whiskey, sake, gin, & even house shots. The restaurant itself was pretty big and had good space, we went with a large group and had no issues. The service was good and everyone enjoyed their meals. I ordered the duck and dumplings because you typically can't find duck on many menus so I wanted to give it a try. I was happy I did because I thoroughly enjoyed it. I really enjoyed my experience here because I thought the food was high quality, it was good service, and it was very affordable. This is definitely a restaurant that I will continue to go back to. read more

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6/4/2020: Updated Corona Dining Review As always, Forbidden Root continues to impress. We came here for wing night and ended up with a bunch more food! On Wednesday's the wings are $1 a piece and they are huge! Two options: chimichurri and Korean bbq. They were both extremely delicious and their blue cheese is to die for! I sampled just about every beer, good as always, but the standout drink was their home made sangria. Wowzers did it pack a punch. The shrimp and grits was amazing and so was their hot chicken sandwich. Way to go! Adrienne and I were exploring the new part of Easton and we wanted to check this place out. I have been following them on Instagram since they opened and we were not disappointed. We bellied up to the bar and were immediately greeted by Jeff who gave us the run down on their menu and beer selection. Adrienne ended up getting the flight of beers and I ended up get sweater weather. All of their beers were really good and normally I don't like IPA's, but theirs were super smooth. For the main entree we got the duck dumplings and it was probably some of the best dumpling dumplings I have ever had! The first bite I knew what I was going to rate this place just for this dish! Seriously, if you get one thing on this menu get this. We ordered the bar chips as we waited for the food and they are definitely home made and delicious. Jeff stayed close by as we sampled other beers on the menu and ended up with a couple of their home made shots. Keep it up and we will definitely be back read more

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Wonderful bar and service! Highky recommend. stop by if you are passing through Columbus. you won't be disappointed

Great location, free public parking close to the restaurant, great energy, nice ambiance, bar food (hence 3 stars). Good service despite being packed! Nice selection of beers. We set expectation with waiter Augustine that we will be sitting there for a while, and he didn't bother us. read more

They have an obscene selection when it comes to craft beers of course your standard fare and whiskeys and Bourbons along with great food. The staff was very attentive and welcoming and I highly recommend you give them a try. read more

Forbidden Root - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We reserved one of the event rooms for our wedding rehearsal dinner and are beyond happy with our experience! We contacted Michael a few months before our wedding and he was amazing to work with. He was so attentive to our group's food allergies/dietary restrictions and did everything possible to make the evening play out exactly as my wife and I envisioned! The food was incredible across the board. The appetizers, soups/salads, and meals were all delicious and plentiful. There was a meal for everybody in the group regardless of their food preference or allergies/dietary restrictions. Michael ensured the menu was exactly what we wanted, the room was set up the way we asked, and that all the appetizers were set up as soon as we arrived. All of the service staff was very friendly and timely which made the rehearsal dinner seamless for our guests. All our guests emphasized how impressed they were with the food, beer, cocktails, and service. Michael, Zoe, and the whole team were so easy to work with and provided us with a perfect rehearsal dinner for our wedding party. I encourage everybody to read about the history of Forbidden Root and give this place a try, you will not be disappointed! My wife and I will 100% return next time we are in Columbus! Exceptional food, drinks, and service. A huge thank you to Michael and the staff for an unforgettable evening! read more

Forbidden Root offers a plethora of craft beers and cocktails and also has a decent food menu ranging from bar snacks, shareable options, and main entrees. As a new brewery in Easton and second in the US, they haven't started brewing their own beer in house. Since the opening, they were getting their shipments from their sister brewery in Chicago. However, just recently the sister company stopped shipping the products and they've had to start pouring beers out of cans since it takes a few weeks to start brewing in house. I hope improvements will be made in the service, attention to detail, and organizational skills soon. The staff could be friendlier, more attentive and welcoming. They never bothered to ask if we needed waters or enjoyed the beverages and food. We ordered bar snacks (popcorn and candied bacon), which took entirely too long and by the time we got it, it was completely cold. I would like try Forbidden Root in a few months when they start to settle in. read more

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Went to the Forbidden Root with my boyfriend and his family for a nightcap on Wednesday evening. We stopped by because the bar was open later and kitchen was open until 10. We also read that it was a beautiful bar and a comfortable atmosphere, sounds like a yes in my book! The bar is huge and well designed. It's a rustic and comfortable atmosphere will small and large tables throughout. Large bar area with plenty of seating as well. We went for some drinks and bar snacks, it was a bit late for a meal. They seemed to have a good snack menu for us to choose from as well. The server was friendly but a little slow considering there was only a handful of other people. I wasn't sure what drink so I tried a sample of the saison and the Pilsner and was underwhelmed by both. The flavor was muted and was not carbonated enough. I decided to skip the beer and go straight for the snacks! We ordered the smoked bbq potato chips, the dip with crackers, shishito peppers and the hot chicken wings to share. These were recommended to us by the waitress as the best apps on the menu. If this is the best they can do, I am not interested in returning. Overpriced and underwhelming the apps were so disappointing. I don't actually recommend any of them. No thanks to a bowl of chips for $5 and shishito peppers stripped of their glory for $11. I hate giving a new restaurant hate but the snacks were disappointing and the drinks didn't make up for it. Please make the food/drinks better so the ambiance doesn't have to be the only positive part about my experience. read more

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A tourist attraction. No soul to this restaurant at all. Drinks are mediocre. Food menu doesn't know what it wants to be. Southern, Italian, American? It's very overpriced for what you get. You are paying for the ambiance and the location. Aesthetics were ok. Don't see this lasting long unfortunately. Service was good, and staff was friendly read more

Forbidden Root - Yuzu Margarita, Sauerkraut Balls, Hot Honey Confit Wings (12) - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I'm a fan of all things "Hot & New"-- it's no surprise that I had to make a stop at Forbidden Root. This new restaurant is a part of Easton Town Centers new expansion! Forbidden Root is based out of Chicago and the Easton location is the first to the city! With all of the buzz, I had to check it out! I went on a Sunday fully expecting a wait, but was seated immediately. I was completely taken back by the open, rustic, and charming feel. One thing that stood out was the plants. You don't expect to see such an array of plants around a bar. I loved the urban meets rustic feel! From the bar: The Pilsner and UVA cocktail were both good. Food: I was able to try a variety of things. The duck and gnocchi was good, average serving size, but salty. The schnitzel sandwich was HUGE and comes with fries. The bun had a slaw and pickled beet mayo topping that added depth to the sandwich... however, due to the cutlet being so wide, majority of the time you're eating around the part with the actual flavor. Unfortunately, the wings were not good. It was almost like eating a buffalo chicken cacciatore with the onions and bell peppers on top... not my type of thing. A lot of people were ordering the burger and Reuben. Maybe that's worth a try? Service: Great! Someone always checked in to say hello! Parking: Convenient and easy to access. Street parking and garages are close by. Definitely a nice place to grab a drink! read more

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I tend to be wordy on some of my Yelp reviews, and I sometimes wonder if everyone reads my reviews thoroughly. Just in case they do not, I am going to get my point across in the beginning. Go to Forbidden Root, ask if Kelso is working. She may be at one of their two bars, either upstairs or downstairs. If she is working, go to that bar and order up whatever beer she suggests, then proceed to talk to her. She has an amazing personality with a wealth of beer knowledge that goes well with the amazing beers she is slinging. I will now proceed with the rest of my review, just in case you are still reading. Forbidden Root is an original craft brewery in Chicago. We were lucky enough to discover Forbidden Root 2 yrs ago while on a fun weekend in the windy city. Our plan was just to stop in, and many hours later we were still there enjoying their unique beers and awesome staff. When we heard that they were opening a brewery / taproom at Easton in Columbus we were elated. We knew we would be there within the first week of opening. Forbidden Root is known for brewing beers with ingredients such as herbs, spices, flowers, fruits and roots. Their beers are unique, but flavorful and outstanding. I sometimes describe it like a party in my mouth after taking a sip of their brews. The head brewer in Columbus came from Four String, so he knows Columbus well. My fiancé and I have visited over 200 breweries together in the last 10 yrs. We judge these breweries on so many factors. A very unusual factor and slightly unfair is that many of those 200 breweries tend to be such friendly craft beer people that if they are on-sight before the posted opening time and we arrive they tend to open up their doors early. Well yesterday Forbidden Root did not disappoint, they allowed us to come into the restaurant before their posted opening time while they were getting ready for their evening shift. They were nothing but welcoming and friendly. We just love the craft beer community! We were blown away by the humungous space, their taproom at Easton is much bigger than their Chicago location. They both have the same warm, comfortable, old (in a good way) feel. You almost feel like you are home when you walk in. The first reviewer for this Forbidden Root location, Jonathan Q, I believe missed the mark in several areas and I do want to comment on those. For example Johnathan saying that Forbidden Root is not for kids could not be further from the truth. Last night I was sitting at the bar near a table with a couple and their son. The server taking care of that table actually surprised the young boy with his own 5 drink sampler, each sample glass filled with Sprite. The couple did not request this. They were beyond thrilled and surprised when the sampler appeared in front of their son, it made all their faces light up, including the young boy. I could tell he felt like a big boy, just like his parents. I wish I had taken a photo of it, but trust me, it happened. And it was amazing!!!!! As for the "coming soon" beers, please understand that you were visiting a brand new brewery in the first 5 or less days. Maybe cut them a little slack and try visiting them at the end of the first month. Just like any new restaurant that you may visit in the first week, the experience usually is not perfect, but if you can keep it in perspective, you can understand why. The beers may be a little pricey for some, but remember they use unusual ingredients such as botanicals, for all the women that buy facial products that use botanicals, you know sometimes you get what you pay for. Usually a more high end product. Forbidden Roots beers are on the high end, think Wolf's Ridge. My absolute favorite beer at Forbidden Root is their Strawberry Basil Hefeweizen. We also thoroughly enjoyed their Hoodie Weather (Vienna Lager) and their Small Talk (NEIPA). We sampled almost all the beers on tap last night and I could have easily ordered up a pint of any of them. I could go on and on, but ultimately, we are thrilled that Forbidden Root chose Columbus, Ohio as their second location. I can't wait to get back later this month and slide into a bar seat where hopefully Kelso is bartending. She is so good, I'm certain she will remember us. Do yourself a favor and stop by Forbidden Root to judge for yourself. I feel you will not be disappointed. Cheers. read more

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I popped in post car buying for a late night beer and a burger. I just dropped my savings on a new car, and I needed to give myself some sort of mental reward for that. Yay. They're super dead - it's Monday night, their kitchen closes in 15 minutes - and they assured me "it's fine! Come on in!" ...how awesome is that? Thank you, hostess! I was really trying to be encouraging to be told to leave, and she reassured me :) The place is wood everywhere - and two stories, to boot. I can't imagine how loud it gets when they fill up! It was a little chilly at my seat at the bar, so maybe bring a sweater on chill nights. I kept it simple - burger and fries, and their default beer flight. The burger was decent! It's a little overpriced - but it's tasty, and sated my desire for a burger, and the fries were cooked perfectly. The beers - tasted a bit light - some of them were solid representations of their styles - nothing "crazy" or "off-the-wall" but solid (if thin-flavored) versions. The bartender recommended the saison to me to top it off, and she was absolutely correct - it was tasty, and a perfect representation of the style (which, for a chain, I'm happy about). The blue-haired bartender was busy with the rest of the people around the bar, but she was friendly and quick to check-in with me to make sure my water was full, the beer was good, and the food was to my liking. All-in-all a welcome addition to Easton - so I'll have to come back again! read more

Service was really nice and quick. The menu is a bit odd but the food we had was fine. The gazpacho was REALLY good. read more

What a surprise. We intended to go to a different restaurant but we were very happy that they were booked and we stopped here. I got the pizza popcorn. It was very good a light snack with italian seasoning. I decided on the burger it was perfect. From the done-ness to the toppings. The fries are perfect too. To my delight they have their own beers. I tied 3 different beers and loved them all. So I'm ready to come back and try more. Check them out! read more

Reason for my 3 star rating is because I ordered the burger with fries. While the burger was great. The fries tasted old. When I inquired about whether or not they gave me old fries. The server informed me that the fries were made fresh. If that's the case, then these were some of the worst fries I've ever tasted. Moving on, the burger here was pretty freaking delicious. I really enjoyed it a lot and wanted another one but I decided not to look like a glutton. The burger tasted like a Fresh Extremely upscale Quarter Pounder. It was juicy and had a slight crispy sear to it which is something that I always enjoy. The bun that it came on was also quite tasty. It had a buttery flavor and when combined with the burger it literally melted in your mouth kind of like cotton candy. Be warned that the burger has a pretty savory taste it but the bun definitely balances it out. Service was pretty good. The server did a good job making sure that I had everything that I needed and checked on me quite a bit. read more

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Great brewery in Easton. Went to dinner last week and had a good experience. The staff was friendly and not overbearing. They had a nice selection of draft beers, craft cocktails, and house shots. They also had a nice selection of liquor and wine. The menu was not necessarily my cup of tea. I went with the FR burger and was pleasantly surprised. The burger itself was Ohio grass fed beef and let me tell you how juicy and flavorful that burger was. It came with giardiniera mayo, cheddar, onions, B&B pickles on a Brioche Bun. The burger was fantastic and a highly recommend. It did come with a side of fries which were hot and crispy. My only knock on the fries was I believe I buy the same ones at the store in the freezer section. I also went with the Monday at the Beach which is a fruited Kolsch to drink. Not only did the beer taste fresh it was very refreshing. I enjoyed it so much I had to have two. Overall a good experience and definitely worth a try if you have not been. read more

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Date night success! Heard this opened up and wanted to try it out. So glad I did. The menu options are great and creative. We ordered the ramen Mac a cheese (drooling amazing guys!) perfect amount of cheesy with a little kick of spice. Yumm. Then I ordered the fried chicken with Brussels mashed potatoes and BBQ drizzle. Everything tastes amazing. The Brussels were nicely crispy, the chicken came out perfectly cooked and the mashed potatoes were fresh! I'm very impressed. Service was quick (we sat at the bar) and staff was kind. The atmosphere is awesome. The decor and lighting makes this place beautifully decorated. Well done. I also had a flight of their beer since I have never been. I enjoyed all of them for the most part but my favorite is the strawberry basil! I even bought a six pack to take home. read more

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Duck Dumplings! Just wow. I now want this as my main go to comfort food. Just wow. Hubby and I popped in after feeling out of place over at Restoration Hardware and we were not disappointed. Jeff our bartender was absolutely fantastic. Not only did he do an amazing job recommending the Duck Dumplings and bar chips but his knowledge in the restaurants food prep and beer happenings were superb. Because of Jeff I can now say I like 1 IPA. The atmosphere and decor were very warm modern. It fit perfectly right in to Easton. It seemed as if it had been there all along. I for one cannot wait to go back. read more

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My husband and I decided to check out Forbidden Root after I had walked by and thought it looked cool. The exterior of the building is beautiful and there's a great outdoor space right next to it. I also noticed the menu had vegan options marked specifically on it, which is a huge plus for me since then I don't need to grill the server on the ingredients in different menu items and can order something easily. We went mainly for drinks and thought we'd have a few snacks, but both left full (and we're both vegans). First, the beer list, not surprisingly, was great, and I had a hard time choosing which to try. I ended up going with the Panda Party which was a really good choice, but there were lots of interesting options for different taste preferences. My husband had the porter and loved it. For food, we tried the pineapple salsa (which was more like guacamole, actually), chile crunch hummus, quinoa salad, and fries. It was all great. The chile crunch hummus was my favorite; the chips served with it had a great texture, and the hummus had a nice flavor with lots of cumin and a little heat. The only thing I would change is that I wish the cauliflower served with it was hot, since it was cooked. The quinoa salad was fantastic too! Before we left, we also decided to each try a cocktail, and we enjoyed them both (a ginger drink and a margarita), but wished we had tried another beer instead. One other thing that would make us visit more often is if there were multiple vegan main dishes on the menu. There was one vegan main dish, a pasta dish, which looked good, but since we're both vegans we don't really like to go to a restaurant together and only have one option, since we'd rather try 2 dishes. Oh, and the inside of the restaurant is great too, and our server was very helpful and nice. All staff were wearing masks. We'll definitely be back! read more

We popped in this past Saturday and were immediately wowed by the space, overall it has a really awesome vibe and is in a great location to capture business of people trying to get away from Easton while still being directly in Easton. Beers were good, I would say the strawberry basil was my favorite. Their cheese options are really great and we're a perfect size for splitting! I wish I remembered our servers name but she was wonderful and very knowledgeable about the beers and the kitchen (told us about the cheese sourcing and the pride the staff has in their beers). Overall I'm definitely looking forward to heading back next time Im on that side of town. If you are in the area you should definitely check it out. read more

Forbidden Root - Flights! - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I really wanted to love this place... I just didn't though! :/ The look of it and atmosphere was awesome! However, I wasn't super impressed with the beer selection & the menu was a little all over the place. My date & I typically love trying new craft beers - so we got a flight and intended to each have a couple full beers after picking our favorites. Out of the 5 beers we tried, there weren't any we felt like we needed a full of. A lot had very distinct/odd aftertastes. I loved the concept, the waitstaff, and the aesthetic so I would love to see this place succeed! Hopefully it'll appeal to a certain crowd... but the beer selection was a bit too eclectic for even our tastes and the food we tried was average with a random selection. read more

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We had the absolute best time at Forbidden Root for my husbands birthday last night! The hostess was happy to make our party size larger when I called them twice to do so.. originally we were having ten and then it turned to 14; they were very accommodating even with several other large parties there. The place is HUGE! Vibe: The venue is clean and gorgeous inside with a barn-like, yet industrial warehouse feel. A cool atmosphere where the music is not too loud and the seating is well-made and comfortable. Everything is well constructed. This is perfect for a large group or small groups alike. Drinks: MOST of the selections were well-liked, some were hit or miss with our group that loves craft beer. One of our guests didn't like his beer at ALL and our server gladly replaced it with another. The cocktails and shots were excellent! Food: Everything came out quickly, was well-presented and really good flavor. I was very impressed with the selection for a brewery. The mussels were great and so was the rueben! Everything had fresh ingredients and I think it was priced very well for the quality and quantity of food you get. Service: this was hands down some of the BEST service I have ever received with such a large party. Shout out to Bri for making our experience really fun! She was prompt, friendly, had great suggestions for drinks and food, attentive and just an all-around fantastic server. We are so grateful to Bri for making our experience great. Will definitely be back to share some more pictures of the great food! read more

Appetizer Cheese Board 10/10 Carrot Ginger Soup 10/10 Unfortunately everything after that had something not right overall 5/10 experience. The salmon dinner had a bock choy Indian theme on top of the salmon which had an asain fried rice. The bock choy was over seasoned with ground ginger, which when overseasoned gives of a strong peppery clove flavor that dominates everything like mint can, and it did, take away the over seasoned clove flavor and the dish would haave been a SOLID 8/10, a plus for using wild not farm raised salmon. The server asked how it tasted and I was honest, she said she went back and told the chef, as I had said it tasted like way ro much clove, she came back and said the chef said there was no clove in it....come on bro, any decent chef should know that to much dry ginger can tatse like peppery clove, google it and its the first thing that comes up. The mussels weren't bad just not great, and the crab salad sandwich...lol...Zero chunks of . Looked like crab salad from a can...didnt taste bad but you expect a few chunks of crab, not the texture of Tuna fish salad from the grocery store. Anyways they appear the have a great beer menu. Sad to say did not order any alcohol or desserts, only drank water and Bill was still $96 without tip which we still gave 18%, honestly worth about $56. Way over priced....will not be back, even with an excellent cheese board and delicious soup. I am an optimist and in the several yeats I habe been yelping I have never written a review this negative, but its the truth. Service was average, not bad, not great...as she knew we weren't satisfied, took nothing off our bill and did not send the chef or a manager to check on us....i am a silent yelper as I don't mention I yelp...bottom line if you do go stick with soup, cheese and burgers and you will be alright. So nothing that sets them apart from any other run of the mill brewery/restaurant... read more

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Out of towner here from Arizona and thought we would try this place out. My boyfriend ordered the pork schnitzel and I ordered the soup of the day (carrot and ginger) and grilled cheese. For appetizers we ordered the wings and jerky. We were basically in a food coma when we left but we wanted to try everything! Food was so good!! We also ordered of a flight of beers which included hot and bothered, snoochie boochie (the fave), forbidden wolf, small talk, and sage advice. All was really good, some had more of a cider taste to me but overall delicious. As far as service, our server was attentive. When asked for additional service, such as a side of ranch, he was quick to provide. Was knowledgeable about the menu and overall a great server. Atmosphere is relaxed enough for a midday lunch but would definitely be somewhere I'd want to go for happy hour. They even have their own hops garden upstairs! Will definitely be back the next time in town! read more

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Delicious food. The dishes are unique without being weird. Prices were reasonable and the quality of offerings was very high. I will definitely be returning. The staff was friendly and amicable. read more

Forbidden Root is worth checking out over by Easton Mall. Our server Christopher was extremely helpful with suggestions and informative about all the menu items. He suggested a few popular dishes based on our questions. At first I had my doubts about ordering Raman Mac and cheese, but I'm glad I did. This dish is fantastic and addicting. The ramen seasoning adds a mild kick to the Mac and cheese bringing out the flavor of the cheese sauce. These two marry Asian and American in a way that is like my marriage. For the main course we order the Duck and Dumplings and Kpop Salmon. The Duck and Dumplings had an earthy in good way taste that's good for your soul. The crisp duck skin with the gnocchi paired with duck meat and vegetables works in harmony. I could hear the ducks calling and thanked them for the wonderful meal. Being Korean I ordered Kpop Salmon to see what made it Kpop. The Kpop Salmon has this korean bbq flavor fried rice. The salmon was cooked perfectly and had a nice little kick to it with the extra crunch of the bok choy and corn in the rice they complemented each other well. Just like the joining of BTS each one offering something different to group to make one whole. Well go and enjoy some beer and food! read more

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Came on Valentine's Day as we were doing a progressive lunch, came here for our main meal and to try their beers. They currently aren't brewing their own beers, they're all brought in from Chicago, but they will be starting soon we were told. They had a good selection and they let us taste several before we decided on what we wanted. He ordered a burger that was very juicy, his French fries were delicious. I asked the bartender which salad was the best and she told me the kale chickpea was her fav so that's what I got. I wasn't so excited about it, but my mind was changed but you should be, it was huge, the flavors were amazing, I got full but didn't want to leave any of tit behind, I will definitely be back for this salad (not what you'd expect to be saying about a brewery). Service was excellent, very cute inside, this location will be even better in the summer, I'll be back. read more

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This was only my second time dining at Forbidden Root and have been extremely satisfied both time. My partner and I started with the pork and sauerkraut balls and 6-piece wings with white Alabama sauce. The pork and sauerkraut balls were amazing; the wings were cooked perfectly, but I didn't care for the white sauce as it just tasted like mayonnaise. For the entrees, I had the salmon sandwich with was perfect and a nice change. The salmon was cooked to perfection and served hot, the spicy slaw was excellent. My partner ordered the FR burger and to his surprise it was cooked exactly how he ordered (doesn't happen most places). Forbidden Root is a great place to grab dinner before a movie or while shopping. Great atmosphere. read more

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Forbidden Root is definitely one of my go tos when I am in Easton. I love the atmosphere and interior design. It is nice and open, casual dining + drinking. I've had a few different things on their menu: confit wings, pork and sauerkraut balls, salmon sandwich, Buffalo chicken sandwich and their house burger. All have been super yummy, full of flavor and good portion size. My go to is always a flight of beer so I can try what they have on tap since it rotates out new beers all the time! I have always made call ahead reservations so never had to wait for a table, however, sometimes the food can take a little while coming out. Overall, I highly recommend this place and it will continue to be at the top of our list when going to Easton! read more

Forbidden Root - Picture of my SIL with her flight! - Brewpubs Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

A very grand time here at the Forbidden Root. I went during HH and drank some really great beers at 4USD. The brussels in miso were delish. The duck and gnocchi was cooked in a butter based sauce that was off the charts. Loved my time here! read more

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