The Beloved Brand Unveils the Latest in Its Menu’s Evolution With ‘Features’ Including New Shareables, Entrées, a Savory Side, a Delectable Dessert and a Peach Smash, a Seasonal Libation for the Ages
Merely months after receiving national and regional accolades for its revitalized menu, Hickory Tavern today introduced more positive changes with its new “FEATURES” menu, a limited-time offering of fresh culinary creations, custom-crafted to bring an array of new flavors and creative options for its valued fans and new guests.
“We are keeping our foot on the gas in order to offer exceptional experiences and flavors to our valued guests,” said Hickory Tavern CEO Mark Eason. “While the overall menu changes have been embraced with wonderful feedback, we want to always keep our offerings vibrant so when guests think they have tried everything on the menu, they haven’t.”
The new FEATURES menu amplification touches all areas of Hickory Tavern’s already-celebrated everyday menu and starts with two shareable options, three entrées, a side, a dessert, a crazy-cool cocktail and ends with a back-by-popular demand classic. Taste this:
SHAREABLES
LOADED TOTS – a mouthwatering combination of tater tots loaded with cheddar jack cheese, queso, pickled jalapenos, diced tomatoes, scallions and sour cream, valued priced at $10.75
CAROLINA CHEESESTEAK DIP – an explosion of flavors with thinly-shaved ribeye, roasted peppers, onions, mushrooms and queso. All come together in perfect harmony which begs for dipping with crispy tortilla chips all for $10.99
ENTREES
CHAR GRILLED RIBS – six fire-braised baby back ribs smothered in BBQ sauce, chargrilled to perfection and garnished with scallions, served with a side for $16.95
PULLED PORK SANDWICH – house-made BBQ pulled pork topped with melted cheddar cheese on a brioche bun, accompanied by side of creamy slaw and a side for $13.00
CHICKEN FLORENTINE – marinated grilled chicken breasts generously topped with a triple cheese blend, spinach, artichokes and red onions, a symphony of flavors served with a side for $14.99
SIDE
STREET CORN – fire-roasted corn drizzled with chili garlic aioli sprinkled with parmesan cheese and Tajin seasoning then finished off with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for just $3.99
DESSERT
CINN-A-BITES – warm pretzel bites coated in cinnamon sugar, served with creamy cream cheese dipping sauce for $6.99
COCKTAIL
PEACH SMASH – made with Woodford Reserve Bourbon, peach puree, lemon juice and a sprig of mint
In addition, Coors Banquet beer, Voodoo Haze IPA from New Belgium Brewing and Kendall Jackson Chardonnay (half-price bottles all day Tuesday) are also being called out in order to complement the new offerings.
Hickory Tavern’s Regional Chef Steven Augustine can barely contain his excitement: “I am thrilled to showcase our latest feature menu items. We’re all about bringing fresh and exciting ideas to our guests while perfecting our current options. Our goal is to keep our fans and newbies engaged and excited with every bite.”
Finally, back by popular demand and with a new spin, The Food Truck Chicken and Rice.
Chimed Augustine, “It’s a nostalgic favorite that our loyal guests have been clamoring for. Inspired by the iconic Halal truck version, ours stands out with succulent Mediterranean-marinated chicken and our signature flavorful white sauce. It’s a taste of tradition with a deliciously unique twist.”
All of this comes on top of a successful menu relaunch under Eason which had sparked sales, team member morale and guest satisfaction, so much so that it caught the attention of the country’s top trade source and its coveted reporter Ron Ruggless:
https://www.nrn.com/casual-dining/carolinas-based-hickory-tavern-updates-menu-eyes-growth
In addition, national award-winning Charlotte Observer journalist Catherine Muccigrosso, who is inarguably region’s go-to for restaurant news, did a deep dive into the positive changes at Hickory Tavern with Eason’s first interview since stepping out of retirement and into a sweet gig:
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article279484774.html
Hickory Tavern eagerly invites its cherished friends and neighbors, both familiar faces and new acquaintances, to embark on this culinary adventure with our celebrated brand. Ends Eason: “Whether you haven’t visited in a while or are a first-timer, now is the time to come on in and give us a try. We will exceed your expectations and you will return.”
Hickory Tavern, famous for being named one of the Best Sports Bar in North America by ESPN (who would know, right?), remains the ideal neighborhood gathering place. It is the go-to spot for everyone (a come as you appeal to all) for great food AND A NEW MENU, cold drinks and real community. What started as a small neighborhood spot has grown to become a beloved meeting place for neighborhoods across the Carolinas and beyond. Hickory Tavern, also recognized by The Bleacher Report as the best local bar in the NFL city of its current headquarters of Charlotte, though proud of its heritage which started in Hickory, North Carolina years ago. For more information, please visit TheHickoryTavern.com.
Hickory Tavern proudly supports The Independence Fund, where $1 from every Freedom Burger goes to Veterans associated with The Independence Fund. To learn more about The Independence Fund, visit IndependenceFund.org.
