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Traditional Chicken Flakes in a Birds Nest - Boone Tavern, Berea, KY

Boone Tavern

4.2
4.2
1607 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Fine dining has brought Boone Tavern much of its international acclaim. Whether you prefer traditional or creative southern cuisine, you will find palate pleasing fare in Boone Tavern’s Dining Room. The Duncan Hines Excellence in Hospitality Award was presented to Boone Tavern in 2003. The prestigious award is named for restaurant critic Duncan Hines. The Kentucky Tourism Council states, “Boone Tavern has been a hallmark in the hospitality business for nearly a century. After all these years, it continues to be a favorite destination.”
Lunch offerings let you choose from a variety of salads, unique sandwiches and hot entrées. Evening meals offer an array of delightful appetizers, salads, classic entrées and desserts. Historical favorites like “Chicken Flakes in a Bird’s Nest” and “spoonbread” are fixtures in the restaurant. Sunday Brunch is another tradition. Dining room attire is tastefully casual.
reservations are required for groups and evening meals.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Organic, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (859) 985-3700
  • Website
    http://www.boonetavernhotel.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Robert Atkins
  • Private party facilities
    Boone Tavern offers private dining, meeting, and wedding receptions space for groups from 5 to 150 guests. Boone Tavern frequently hosts conferences, small meetings, weddings, dinner shows and much more. Enjoy local cuisine during your event all prepared in house by our executive chef.
  • Location
    100 Main St N, Berea, KY 40403
  • Neighborhood
    Berea
  • Cross street
    100 Main Street N.
  • Parking details
    Boone Tavern has a complimentary self parking lot at the back entrance of the hotel. Boone Tavern also offers spaces for handicap guests parking as well as reserved spaces for Eco Friendly vehicles.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boone Tavern offers an elegant dining experience with "exceptional service" and a "beautiful setting." Guests rave about the delicious spoon bread and decadent Kentucky Hot Brown. The restaurant's rich history and quaint atmosphere make it a special destination. Some reviews note occasional service hiccups and inconsistent food quality, but overall, Boone Tavern remains a favorite for its charm and classic Kentucky cuisine.

1,607 Reviews

  1. Tim

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Boone Tavern’s Thanksgiving dinner was perfect in every way. All the food was exceptional, dining ambiance perfect for our family/extended family, great service. Each dish was amazing, and as a buffet, everybody (kids and grownups alike) was stuffed and satisfied.

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  2. Doug

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The quality of the food for the Thanksgiving buffet was poor. At $87 per adult, I expected something better than what I could get for one quarter the price at Cracker Barrel. It was mostly luke warm and dry. The turkey breast was not a real turkey breast - just reconstituted white meat. The spoon bread course showed up late (but it was excellent). The service was lackluster and slow. Overall unimpressive and not in keeping with the reputation of the Boone Tavern Restaurant.

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  3. Marvin

    Richmond

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was cold. Never got the spoon bread. Was here last year and it was 100% better. Was told that there was new chef this year. Food was the worst we have had. We may cancel our Christmas eve reservations. Chocolate cake was frozen? Could not eat it. Entire dinner barely edible. Not worth $170 (not including tip) for 2 people. Seemed very understaffed. We have been here 4 times in the last year. Something has definitely changed.

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  4. Judy

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. Buffet was beautiful and replenished regularly. Servers were excellent.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Our server was delightful and attentive, but the Thanksgiving buffet food was cold. The desserts were yummy though. Given the price of the buffet ($87 per person), the food should have been warm.

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  6. Penny

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was exceptional. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and joyful.

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  7. jennifer

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Boone Tavern is always a lovely and beautiful experience. Our hostesses and servers were knowledgeable, friendly and polite. We enjoyed the traditional "chicken flakes" and the Cajun chicken which were both absolutely delicious. We appreciate everything that Berea College and Boone Tavern does for their students!

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  8. Rick

    Western KY

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great except for the very rude gentleman at the table next to use. I felt sorry for the waitress at their table. He was constantly berating the service and even talked to hostess about how disappointed he was. He used no discretion or tact at all. But we were very satisfied with or waiter. Jared did a great job, he even apologized for the comments this gentleman made. Thanks for great food and dining experience.
    Boone TavernResponded on November 12, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Rick! We're so glad to hear that Jared provided excellent service and that you enjoyed your meal. We apologize for the unfortunate situation with the guest at the neighboring table. It’s always our goal to create a welcoming and positive atmosphere for all guests, and we're happy to know that you had a great dining experience despite the disruption. We look forward to having you back soon! My best, A. Crowe Director of Sales and Marketing

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  9. Mary

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, generous portions. Gluten-free friendly. Delightful and knowledgeable staff.
    Boone TavernResponded on November 12, 2024
    Hi Mary, Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the generous portions and that we were able to accommodate your gluten-free needs. It's wonderful to know our staff made a positive impact on your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Take care, A. Crowe Director of Sales and Marketing

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  10. John

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cool place. Great for a date night. I love the spoon bread.
    Boone TavernResponded on November 12, 2024
    Hi John, Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your date night and our famous Spoon Bread. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable evenings! Take care, A. Crowe Director of Sales and Marketing

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FAQs

Boone Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 985-3700.

Boone Tavern is rated 4.2 stars by 1607 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Boone Tavern

100 Main St N, Berea, KY 40403

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    100 Main Street N.
  • Neighborhood
    Berea
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Organic, Southern
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Boone Tavern has a complimentary self parking lot at the back entrance of the hotel. Boone Tavern also offers spaces for handicap guests parking as well as reserved spaces for Eco Friendly vehicles.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Robert Atkins
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.boonetavernhotel.com/
  • Phone number
    (859) 985-3700
  • Private party facilities
    Boone Tavern offers private dining, meeting, and wedding receptions space for groups from 5 to 150 guests. Boone Tavern frequently hosts conferences, small meetings, weddings, dinner shows and much more. Enjoy local cuisine during your event all prepared in house by our executive chef.

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