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Green Heron Ale House

4.4 (10 reviews)

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Morena G.

Cool bar to drink a beer/cider w friends after a morning of hiking. The bartender was very helpful and nice. She also has a sweet German Shepherd. Tables outdoors to enjoy the river view, and picnic tables on the side of the building.

Michael C.

Along the banks of the Dan River in Danbury, NC, a short drive down a bumpy dirt road, you will find the Green Heron. Dogs run off-leash, kayaks float by lazily on the river, and people can choose from one of 20 beers and 8 wines on tap, aided by the affable bartenders. It's as laid back as laid back gets, somewhat tempered by the heat, or perhaps things slow down because of the calming effect of the river. Located just 2 miles from the front gate of Hanging Rock State Park, its in the perfect location to stop by after a day of hiking or kayaking, or an easy destination drive from the Triad. (40 minutes from Winston-Salem, and 60 minutes from Greensboro.) They often have live music, but always have cold A/C on the inside, and great views of the river on the outside. It's tin roof, rusted. It's the Green Dragon on the Bywater. There is no phone reception here, no TV blaring sports or politics either. Leave your phone in the car, grab a locally brewed beer, and listen to the river, listen to your friends, listen to the hounds baying, listen to someone singing and playing guitar, or listen to your own thoughts as the river drifts slowly by. (Ok, so they do have free WiFi, but I STILL recommend leaving your phone in the car.)

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2 months ago

an excellent place to chat and unwind..a great atmosphere with a beautiful river view!!

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Nice hole in the wall place to get a cold beer(and wine albeit canned wine)! Friendly atmosphere.

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Such a wonderful place to stop and have some wine. The service here I always great. You can buy…read morewine by the glass or bottle. They do not have flights, but will do half glasses if you want to try a few. Super cute inside with lots of bar and table seating. They have music at times as well.

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We came here on a Thursday night for dinner. Our waiter was great and helpful when I had questions…read moreabout menu items and how to pronounce some menu items. We started with the beet salad and calamari. The beet salad was nice. It was tossed in the vinaigrette and had two different types of beets. The calamari was fried well and was a good portion. The filet was cooked medium and sitting in Brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes. The Brussel sprouts were expertly prepared and tasted amazing with the bite of filet and mashed potatoes. The Grilled Chicken Orecchiette was flavorful and tasty. I think the noddles were a bit strange for this dish. The meal tasted great and the noodles were cooked well but I just wasn't sure if I would have chose these noodles to go with this dish. The restaurant was backed though so people do seem to like it.

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