The Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant was opened in 1909 as a guest house for Berea College. With over 100 years of great service and wonderful food, Boone Tavern is a must stop location for diners, travelers, weddings and retreats. With it’s focus on southern hospitality , Boone Tavern has become one of the best destinations in Central Kentucky.
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Branden Miller
I did a review years ago but with the total makeover of the restaurant and menu I figured I would go another review.
The new look is very nice and highlights the talented students at Berea College. They made the furniture and artwork throughout.
The new menu is delicious but they removed one of the best things on the menu (the bird’s nest). We sampled multiple items from the new menu and loved all of it.
… moreThe new look is very nice and highlights the talented students at Berea College. They made the furniture and artwork throughout.
The new menu is delicious but they removed one of the best things on the menu (the bird’s nest). We sampled multiple items from the new menu and loved all of it.
Deanne Stewart
Hidden gem! Classy atmosphere yet relaxed and approachable with bespoke artwork. Incredible attention to detail in the food preparation and presentation! The local history and culture is reflected in the menu. My picture displays the delightful beet salad.
… moreBN C
I finally managed to come here for a post hike dinner. The service is amazing, our server, Kiley, was very attentive and accommodating. I’m very pleased that the staff was welcoming of my mobility service dog (in training) as this was a good training opportunity for him in a fine dining establishment. We are very excited to come back. The food was delicious and plated beautifully.
… moreDarlene Kemp
About 58 years ago was the first time that I came to the Boone Tavern in Berea Kentucky. It was very special when my sisters and I got to eat at the Tavern.
We would practice our manners under our mother’s guidance so that when we went to the restaurant, we would act like young ladies.
We craved the spoon bread that was served at the restaurant. Our parents would let us eat our weight in spoon bread because we liked it so much. This visit, so many years later, was such a joy! My sister and I, along with her husband and my boyfriend, had dinner before we went to a show. The place is newly remodeled in colors of blue and yellow. It is beautiful! All of the décor matches beautifully the walls of the restaurant. The setting areas are gorgeous. There are pictures throughout the hotel and restaurant, explaining the history of the hotel and restaurant, along with how the students play a part in the community. We did have a reservation and were promptly seated at 5 PM. We were so pleasantly surprised with how much the restaurant has changed throughout the years. Again, I tell you, it’s beautiful! A bar was added to the restaurant that is very pretty, and there are many bartenders to serve. Our waitress did a very good job of explaining food to us and offering suggestions along with suggestions for drinks. The spoon bread did not disappoint us. In fact, my sister had two plates of it! The pretzel coated trout was excellent. The mixture of flavors along with the potatoes and vegetables underneath the trout, we’re cooked to perfection. My brother-in-law said the ribs were excellent. The meat fell off the bone. He absolutely loved his meal. We dined for approximately two hours. We were not rushed at all, and we had the best time ever. If I get the opportunity to return to the Boone Tavern, I certainly will. I recommend that you go there, too.
… moreWe would practice our manners under our mother’s guidance so that when we went to the restaurant, we would act like young ladies.
We craved the spoon bread that was served at the restaurant. Our parents would let us eat our weight in spoon bread because we liked it so much. This visit, so many years later, was such a joy! My sister and I, along with her husband and my boyfriend, had dinner before we went to a show. The place is newly remodeled in colors of blue and yellow. It is beautiful! All of the décor matches beautifully the walls of the restaurant. The setting areas are gorgeous. There are pictures throughout the hotel and restaurant, explaining the history of the hotel and restaurant, along with how the students play a part in the community. We did have a reservation and were promptly seated at 5 PM. We were so pleasantly surprised with how much the restaurant has changed throughout the years. Again, I tell you, it’s beautiful! A bar was added to the restaurant that is very pretty, and there are many bartenders to serve. Our waitress did a very good job of explaining food to us and offering suggestions along with suggestions for drinks. The spoon bread did not disappoint us. In fact, my sister had two plates of it! The pretzel coated trout was excellent. The mixture of flavors along with the potatoes and vegetables underneath the trout, we’re cooked to perfection. My brother-in-law said the ribs were excellent. The meat fell off the bone. He absolutely loved his meal. We dined for approximately two hours. We were not rushed at all, and we had the best time ever. If I get the opportunity to return to the Boone Tavern, I certainly will. I recommend that you go there, too.
sandra Freytag
Boone Tavern has been a favorite special restaurant of mine since 1968. Service and food have both always been great which is why it’s been a choice for special occasions. But yesterday Thanksgiving, was a big disappointment. There were two choices for salads, however, they were out of the Waldorf which 6 of the 8 of us ordered. The spoon bread was luke warm and didn’t even melt the butter. The gavey was more like pudding than a a sauce to go on potatoes. They even ran out of whipped cream for pumpkin pie. Service was also a huge disappointment. We had to send other staff for our waiter three times. Plus we flagged down the assistant manager for assistance in paying our bill. I realize it was a busy day and our seating was @ 2:15, but with reservations they should have been better prepared.
… moreJoseph Y
There was plenty of parking. I ordered the fresh whipped ricotta and duck confit chicken wings to start. They were excellent. I then ordered the Pretzel crusted trout. The trout was great. For dessert I ordered the apple cobbler. The cobbler and ice cream were delicious. The service was very good. The restaurant was quiet and not too busy. The food is a little expensive but the quality of the food is great. The restaurant and bathroom were both clean. I enjoyed the experience and recommend.
… moreBritt
My husband and I had planned to stay here a few months back, admittedly on our way to visit Bucees and Jungle Jims. We thought exploring Berea would be fun!
The hotel is beautiful and is on a quaint corner of a small college town. The whole square with shops and food is connected to the hotel, so that made wondering around in the evening enjoyable.
Checking in was easy & the two gentlemen at the front desk were efficient and welcoming. I love the charm of having a physical brass key. I wish they sold souvenirs of key replicas. The hotel is historic and our host reminded us to make sure to turn the master switch on or our room may get “real historic” , that cracked us up.
Our room was on the third floor and at the very end of the hall. It was such a beautiful room with handmade furnishings from the college students. I will say, our bed was very creeky, take that as you will. The room came with robes but was missing the slippers, no big deal but I loved the little detail of feeling right at home. There was Keurig machine and a mini fridge in the room as well. It was about 94 degrees during our stay and our room stayed pretty cool, could have been cooler but could have been warmer.
We explored down to the restaurant and the Frost cafe during our stay and were not disappointed.
We did a little exploring of the floors and found a beautiful study room on the second floor and it was nice to read the historical information provided and get a pretty view from the street.
Overall, I was pleased with our stay at the hotel.
Regarding Frost Cafe, I’m not seeing a separate listing for the cafe but we were so impressed by the hotels cafe! Our barista, a young gentleman was so fantastic! He helped us pick our morning coffee & made one of the best caramel macchiatos I’ve had! Hats off to him! The cafe offered many latte and coffee options!
Regarding the restaurant, we tired the famous spoon bread and were pleased with how fresh it came out! It had more of an eggy taste than I was expecting but was very unique and delicious!
The French onion soup was good, lacked a little bit of flavor for my preference but still yummy!
For an appetizer we ordered the cauliflower buffalo bites and the spinach and artichoke dip. Both were good but nothing outstanding. The cauliflower bites were very standard & the chips they served with the dip reminded me of something from a store bought bag, however both were tasty!
We both got the Cobb salad and really enjoyed it! A nice big portion.
… moreThe hotel is beautiful and is on a quaint corner of a small college town. The whole square with shops and food is connected to the hotel, so that made wondering around in the evening enjoyable.
Checking in was easy & the two gentlemen at the front desk were efficient and welcoming. I love the charm of having a physical brass key. I wish they sold souvenirs of key replicas. The hotel is historic and our host reminded us to make sure to turn the master switch on or our room may get “real historic” , that cracked us up.
Our room was on the third floor and at the very end of the hall. It was such a beautiful room with handmade furnishings from the college students. I will say, our bed was very creeky, take that as you will. The room came with robes but was missing the slippers, no big deal but I loved the little detail of feeling right at home. There was Keurig machine and a mini fridge in the room as well. It was about 94 degrees during our stay and our room stayed pretty cool, could have been cooler but could have been warmer.
We explored down to the restaurant and the Frost cafe during our stay and were not disappointed.
We did a little exploring of the floors and found a beautiful study room on the second floor and it was nice to read the historical information provided and get a pretty view from the street.
Overall, I was pleased with our stay at the hotel.
Regarding Frost Cafe, I’m not seeing a separate listing for the cafe but we were so impressed by the hotels cafe! Our barista, a young gentleman was so fantastic! He helped us pick our morning coffee & made one of the best caramel macchiatos I’ve had! Hats off to him! The cafe offered many latte and coffee options!
Regarding the restaurant, we tired the famous spoon bread and were pleased with how fresh it came out! It had more of an eggy taste than I was expecting but was very unique and delicious!
The French onion soup was good, lacked a little bit of flavor for my preference but still yummy!
For an appetizer we ordered the cauliflower buffalo bites and the spinach and artichoke dip. Both were good but nothing outstanding. The cauliflower bites were very standard & the chips they served with the dip reminded me of something from a store bought bag, however both were tasty!
We both got the Cobb salad and really enjoyed it! A nice big portion.
Amy Mccurry
I am so happy we stopped into the hotel. This place is wonderful. The atmosphere took me back in history. Love the colonial look inside and out. The dinning room was spectacular, flawless. We had lunch and I could not stop saying how good every thing was. The Kentucky Hot Brown blew my hubby away. Thank you to the staff for making this an exceptional stop.
… moreAnnette HInes
Boone Tavern has a limited but upscale menu that changes seasonally. I had the Waygu burger and requested French fries instead of squash. They met my request and fresh cut the fries. They brought me many refills. For free the brought out the best spoon bread I have ever had with strawberry butter and orange butter. It was only 2 dollars more than a Big Mac meal but it was so delicious and much healthier! The staff are friendly and just plain fabulous!
… moreWayne Guilliams
The place is gorgeous, great service but the food was okay. I got the duck and it wasn’t that great and the sides mashed potatoes and roasted carrots had minimal flavor. My wife had the fillet and she liked it. She also liked the French onion soup. Bread pudding is good.
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