We had dinner here the other night and it was very good and our waitress, Carly, was very sweet and attentive. However, the three young cute girls that greeted us and showed us to our seat had on clothing that looked like they just stepped off the school bus. Short shorts and T-shirts. Totally out of line with this historic restaurant. And on top of that one of the diners that came in and sat close to us actually had on flannel pajama bottoms as their attire. Why don't nice restaurants like this have somewhat of a dress code? Come on, pajama pants? Ball caps are bad enough but this is a little too much. Please keep the integrity of this place up by enforcing a halfway decent dress code. This is a nice restaurant. Dress nicely for once. read more

Very good food and great atmosphere. The building is the oldest building in Abington and has had multiple presidents eat inside its walls. When you order a filet you actually get filet not like other restaurants in the area. Must try when your in Abington read more

I have been coming to this restaurant for many years and have always had excellent food and service. The menu, wine selection, dessert options, ambiance, and staff are outstanding. The newer outdoor section is incredible! This past weekend Dwayne was our waiter. He is, by far, my favorite. So quick, so friendly, and so much fun. Thanks for another great experience. read more

My wife and I had Dinner at the Tavern and the food was outstanding, my wife had the stuffed Filet and it was very good, the flavors were great and the filet melted in your mouth, I decided to go with the Prime Rib and had it grilled and the texture and taste was amazing I believe the best part of our evening was the service and our waiter Avery He made was feel Special and I can complement him enough. We had such a wonderful evening that we returned our son who was in the area working and loved it. He ordered the Black &Blue Filet and he said it was the best he ever had. Avery was also our server for the evening and once again he was outstanding. I can't recommend this place enough and we can't wait to return and try another of their amazing dishes read more

I've eaten at the Tavern several times and considered it a treat. I dined there tonight and it was such a disappointment. I appreciate all of the hurdles they are going through during Covid, but so are we, as customers to venture out. Tonight we went there and it was such a disappointing experience. Do not claim you can make a drink I ask for, serve it in the wrong glass with ice and expect me to like it. I ordered Jambalaya and it was not good. It was way too hot (I've had many versions of this dish, so I kinda know what is good ). And the crawfish that we're supposed to be I. The dish were brought to the table at least 15 minutes after it was served???? Glad to be out of there tonight and could not find the silver lining. read more

Great place to eat in Abingdon. It has been around for years. The food is superb. The service is impeccable. The atmosphere is lovely. We ate here with friends after seeing a play at The Barter. It was a very enjoyable evening out! read more

I ordered the Kassler Ripchen and it was some special smoky tender goodness. The Wiener Schnitzel was tender with it's tasty breading. Also Kudos to the stuffed mushroom appetizer and the tasty French Onion soup. This review would be 5 stars, if not for the drafty window next to my seating area. read more

Can't believe I haven't ever reviewed this place because we have been coming for several years now. We generally come on a special occasions because it isn't the most expensive restaurant we have ever eaten at but it isn't close to cheap either. It is always a mixed bag on our meals and the wait staff. The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable but for some reason we always end up with the "Why didn't we get staff that the table next to us did?" On this trip we felt like we got looked over or forgotten about for bigger tables. We would have definitely ordered a lot more drinks if they had checked in more often. As for the food on this trip...we ordered our normal items. For a starter we got the tomato, prosciutto, and mozzarella. I should have sent it back because the prosciutto had an odd taste. I don't know if it was bad or just a different brand. From now on we will probably skip the appetizer portion of the meal here because that is the only one that fit both of our tastes. The main portion of the meal was an one order of crab cakes and one stuffed fillet both with the sour cream and chive mashed potatoes as sides. The mashed potatoes were really dry and pasty. I wish I had stuck with my normal side of mixed vegetables. We ordered the two main items so that we could split the plates and get a surf and turf vibe. The crab cakes were a bit off from their normal glory. The only way I know how to describe it is that they had a "fishy" seafood taste. They were good but not great. The definite star of the meal was the stuffed fillet. I don't understand how they can get a fillet that tender and tasty. This was a definite middle of the road experience. I expect more from this place because of the price and longevity. I do like that they now try some different dishes, are constantly playing with the flavors of butter, and keep rotating drinks. read more

The tavern has one of the best stuffed steaks I've ever had. It was so tender and the cream stuffing was amazing. The service with waiter Dwayne was great. Definitely coming back soon. read more

Always exceptional food and exceptional service. We have never had a bad meal or time here. Service is always #1

Always something good here. I have never been disappointed the ambiance is unique and if the weather is good you can dine outside. The waiting staff is good. If you want somewhere to take an out of town visitor to and make an impression you can't go wrong with The Tavern read more

Typically I would do as I said I would and give a restaurant a second chance, however that will not be happening here. Our friends recently went for dinner and, if you can believe it, received even worse food and service than we did. When they asked to speak with the manager one never came. They sent a follow up to the owner who then accused them of trying to get something out of them and said his food was perfect. He also said that if they can't afford to eat there they should not come there and that they do not know fine dining. Here is a little piece of advice from me - I know fine dining and this lackluster food and service is not it. Face the facts - repair your building, train your staff, hire a decent restaurant manager and work on your kitchen. read more

We absolutely loved this please! This is a gem in historical Abingdon! We were looking for a place to have dinner as we were staying for one night in town. We were happily surprised to find this amazing restaurant: environment, service and food was excellent!! Our server Karly was great! We would definitely recommend this place! read more

Server was (Dwayne Anderson) excellent, ambiance was stunning and food was delicious. It's a must come back too!

The tavern isn't only a historic land mark with a rich long history it has absolutely amazing food! If you get the opportunity this should be a must on your list! read more

Phenomenal food, atmosphere and service! I absolutely love this place and have never left disappointed

Traveled 2 hours to meet a friend here for dinner. I had called a week in advance for reservations and was told that the only time available for that evening was 5:30 pm. Entrees are served with a salad and bread. The bread was chewy and warm and served with whipped butter. The salad itself was boring (mixed lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes) but all the salad dressings there are homemade- the orange balsamic vinaigrette was very good . I ordered crab cakes for my entree which were bland without the remoulade sauce served with them. Now for the wine list... it was actually pathetic given the "upscale" price of the entrees $28-50 range. I chose a glass of red wine which was served in a white wine glass and chilled. I would choose another place in Abingdon if you're interested in fine dining. read more

Love this place. The setting is a 1779 former Tavern so it's small and quaint. It's definitely like stepping back in time. The food was fabulous and so was the service. Definitely make reservations. read more

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The service, the drinks and the food were all fantastic! We walked in without reservations on a Saturday night and just sat at the bar. I had the Tavern Trout and I would 100% recommend it and order it again! read more

The Tavern turned out to be a wonderful place where the food is incredible and is equalled only by the ambiance of being located in the oldest building in town! The fillet medallions melt in your mouth and the drinks are perfect and strong!! The tomato mozzarella & prosciutto salad is seasoned perfectly, making an ordinary dish a surprise star of the nite! Friendly staff - while not fast paced... allows time to enjoy the experience. Did I mention the food is incredible?? The Tavern is a must, when visiting Abingdon! read more

This is an interesting restaurant, in a truly historic building. The building was created as a tavern in the 1700s and, despite several iterations as differing businesses and domiciles, is once again a tavern. It is suitably noisy, dimly lit and infused with several hundred years of service. The tables are comfortable, the service is quite good, the food is also quite good (and displays a certain Teutonic bent, courtesy, I imagine, of the German owner) and the prices are high. We both started with salads. They were wonderfully fresh and crisp. My wife ordered the trout, which she said was good. I had a different experience. Despite growing our own beef, I am currently on a vegetarian kick...so, I asked for the stuffed mushrooms, followed by the vegetarian pasta. I am new to all this, so I inquired as to the ingredients of vegetarian pasta. The waitress informed me it had pasta, vegetables and...Italian sausage. I was intrigued. Knowing a thing or three about beef, I am quite sure sausage is made from the very style of methane farting, poo machines that inhabit our farm. Perhaps those clever little Japanese buggers have invented some sort of tofu cow, a type of which I am unaware...so I asked. Nope...it's regular cow. So, how, I asked, is this vegetarian? Well, I was told, at The Tavern, 'vegetarian' means "no added stuff". HMMM...no added stuff like vegetables, spices, cream, Italian sausage or pasta...in my pasta? So, we took the shovel away from the waitress before she could dig the hole any deeper. And, it must be said she was otherwise a very good waitress. The pasta, complete with dead animal, was very nice but, if you are a committed veggo, The Tavern is not the place you should be visiting. Otherwise, for non-veggo normal types it is really a very good, though quite expensive, restaurant. read more

If you are concerned about COVID this is not a good choice. The entire time our waiter served us he wore a very saggy mask that NEVER covered his nose. The manager should be more on top of ensuring safe public health practices. read more

This is a great restaurant with high quality food. I'm a filet snob and The Tavern filet is impressive. I had reservations last night, first time here, and made reservations for brunch before I left. Dinner was amazing. The stuffed filet with marsala sauce is wonderful. I tried spaetzle for the first time and it was good. The creme brûlée is wonderful, perfect consistency and great flavor. Served correctly at room temperature as well. My friends had the crab cakes and lamb chops and everyone's plate was cleaned! Brunch was great also. Filet for breakfast... yes! Waffles and French toast made with crepe brûlée mix satisfied the sweet tooth. Peach Belinis and mimosas too! Great place and I can't wait to come back! read more

The food is incredible and the service is awesome. Josh Fuller has done a great job of continuing Max's legacy. read more

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Fantastic meal. Thank you Ezra for such great service. What a joy to enjoy a meal out again. Excellent food.

This place was so phenomenal! The establishment is historical and extremely charming. The pricing is relatively HIGH, but I enjoyed my experience. The service was so-so(our server Emily was quite inattentive), but we were asked by a manager how our food was. The New York strip steak was T H I C C and delicious. It was the first time I didn't need A1 sauce in my 24 years. They have a honey chipotle orange sauce to dip the steak in and it was lifeeeee! Highly recommend for dates. But be sure to bring a fat wallet. read more

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We celebrated my sister (Dee Dee)'s milestone birthday at the Tavern on Saturday, July 9, 2022. What a wonderful experience! Everything was exemplary! The food, the atmosphere and the service were top of the line and made for a very memorable celebration! We are all from out of town... Illinois, Tennessee and Pennsylvania. There were 10 in our party and we sat outside under the pergola with lights. It looked like something out of a magazine. Chris was our waiter and he did a superb job. He got into the spirit of our party and set the mood for an enjoyable evening. Chris was knowledgeable, efficient and the right mix of professional and friendly. Not easy to do with a large party. The food was delicious. Also, although we didn't order dessert, we were surprised with three selections from the dessert menu.. courtesy of The Tavern, Chris the waiter, and an incredibly sweet regular patron of The Tavern who sent over a dessert out of the goodness of her heart! It was magical!! We will definitely keep The Tavern on our radar, and hope to visit again. read more

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My family and I came here for dinner on our first night in Canmore. Staff was friendly and attentive. Food and drinks were very good. We sat on the patio. Overall a good experience. read more

Wow! Highly recommended. Leia was great! Blacked scallops! Perfect! Blue cheese dressing tastes homemade and delish. French onion soup, could have been in Paris! Tons of onion flavor. Had to have simmered for hours! Oysters Rockefeller were so cheesy good. Plump oysters. Wonderful. Now, Escargot. I know, not for everyone. If you like? Get these. Tremendous! If you are with in 50 mikes do yourself a favor! Stop in! Opens at 5. Be there! read more

I always like The Tavern not only for the food, but for the atmosphere of the 1779-era building. I asked for downstairs seating when I made reservations for 8 and our table was ready when we got there. Chris, our waiter, was excellent and made good recommendations about food and wine. I passed on my usual Martini or Manhattan in favor of a beer since I knew that I'd have German food. I had planned to have the wienerschnitzel, but opted for the jaegerschnitzel which was excellent. I had the potato soup instead of a salad. It was large and would have made a meal by itself. Oh, well, that way I was able to take some home for later. We were there on a Thursday night and I am a bit worried as the crowd seemed sparse. In past visits the place was always crowded no matter the night. In fact, in 2015, two of us couldn't even get reservations. I hope it'll be around for a long time. read more

The Tavern is a very charming restaurant located in the heart of quaint, historic downtown Abingdon, VA. Being the oldest of Abingdon's historic buildings and one of the oldest west of the Blue Ridge, The Tavern was originally built in 1779. During it's more than 200 years of existence, it has served as a tavern, overnight inn, and even a hospital for wounded soldiers during the Civil War. You may sit on a bar stool or at a table that once graced notable guests such as Henry Clay, Louis Philippe (King of France), President Andrew Jackson, or Pierre Charles L'Enfant who was the principal architect of Washington, D.C. It is owned by Max Hermann and his lovely wife. Max served 20 years in the United States Air Force before retiring and relocating to Abingdon. Being a native German, you'll find several German brews on tap at the small, rustic bar that is just off to your right as you enter. On tap selections include Franziskaner, Spaten, and Warsteiner. However, when in Abingdon, do as the locals do and reach for a delicious pint from Wolf Hills Brewery which always has a seasonal brew on tap. You can't go wrong with the Troopers Alley IPA. If you arrive later in the evening, you may also run into a few of the players, hanging out after a show, from the local Barter Theatre. Apart from the rich history, the unique ambiance of The Tavern only adds to its charm. The juxtaposition of the old and new combine for a rather surreal experience as you gaze into the eyes of your lover or take in the view of historic downtown Abingdon from a table located upstairs. The low hanging ceilings and uneven doorways are subtle reminders of another place and time. Just don't get so lost in the moment and your surroundings that you forget to enjoy one of the many amazing dishes on the menu. I can personally vouch for the stuffed filet mignon. If you are looking for an especially romantic evening, ask for the "Love" table located upstairs. You'll have to experience it firsthand to learn why it is labeled as such. Oh, and you can thank me later:) read more

Very disappointing. The building is in need of some extreme TLC. I would go as far as to say if this isn't done in the next few years the building would be most unsafe if not condemnable Our server forgot to bring out our appetizer and our round of dinner drinks, to accompany dinner. Both steak entrees were sub par and on the far extreme side of the sweet spectrum. I won't go back and sadly would not recommend. read more

Great drinks, beautiful patio, got the scallops and they were wonderful. Crème brûlée was good and service was wonderful read more

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Held a business dinner at the tavern and everything was top notch. The server was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and fun to interact with. The food was better than I remembered from my previous visits here (it has been at least four years). We had a large group and they put is in a private room, which was a nice touch. The appetizer sampler with shrimp, oysters Rockefeller, salmon on toast, and baked Brie looked like something out of a culinary magazine, and it somehow all tasted even better than it looked. My entree was the culver duck breasts, and I give that a 10/10. Most places skimp on duck portions, but not here. It was cooked to perfection and melted in my mouth it was so tender. My wife had the stuffed filet and the one bite I had was killer. She thought it was delicious. We will definitely make a point to visit the Tavern more frequently! read more

They have really good food and would love to go again soon hopefully really soon keep up the good work

I hate leaving negative reviews but I'd like to spare someone from a sad experience like ours. The staff and service was top-notch and ambiance was charming; however the painfully-overpriced food was nearly inedible. The Tavern' has the $$$ price-tag but the culinary aptitude of Applebee's. My friend's shrimp Po'boy sandwich ($25) had shrimp that had not been de-shelled or de-tailed; biting into the sandwich and it crunched like there were roaches in it and it had to be picked apart. Really? The margarita was from a cheap mix. (which I'm down for on a taco Tuesday for $5, but $15?) My entree was smothered with cheap gravy from a powder-packet to cover the taste of freezer burned pork loin. ($30) We each ordered an entree and one drink, and our total was $90. I don't mind spending $100 on a fine dining experience but this was not fine-dining. read more

Best restaurant in 100 miles! I've been going here for 30 years, it's always been excellent. Great food, atmosphere and service. Dwayne is a great waiter, but we had Carly last visit... excellent service as well! The stuffed fillet is my favorite. read more

While visiting the town of Abingdon we heard that The Tavern was not to be missed. It was difficult to get a reserva, so be sure to call well in advance as they are very busy. Needle to say, we were not disappointed! The bread and butter was wonderful, kind of a sweet, honey butter on crusty french bread. The entrees come with a mixed green salad which were simple but fresh and the Orange Balsamic dressing was delicious. I had the Black and Bleu Medallions: two, four-ounce carefully selected, hand cut black angus beef medallions blackened in a cast iron skillet topped with bleu cheese crumbles and Port wine reduction with adorable little carrot balls swimming in the sauce. Oh my goodness! So good! The husband had Culver Duck Breasts: two, six-ounce tri-colored peppercorn encrusted duck breasts, served with a whiskey sauce and fingerling potatoes on a bed spinach. He loved it! Overall we were very impressed, both with our meal and with the service. read more

This place is so unique and awesome! A nice restaurant built into an old historic home. I have never been in a restaurant like this, I loved it! Food was outstanding! Wine choices were vast and food specials were great. Had lobster and steak and it was not s big portion of lobster just enough to add to the steak. If you are looking for a fancy dinner and a good date night, this is a good place to go! read more

Brunch is SOOOO GOOD. Their outdoor patio is beautiful!!! The brunch is delicious and reasonably priced! They give you mini biscuits and mini corn muffins when you sit down. So good. I had the veggie omelet and it was amazing and comes with two sides. All of their dishes come with two sides. You get lots of food for the price! The brunch menu had lots of variety, something for everyone! Both sweet and savory items. SO GOOD read more

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