The Tavern Grill Menu

15435 Founders Ln, Apple Valley, MN 55124
  • FEATURED ITEMS

    • BUFFALO MAC N CHEESE

      Crispy chicken tenderloins, julienned and tossed in Tavern buffalo sauce. Set on a bed of cheesy cavatappi noodles. Finished with crispy bacon crumbles and chopped green onions.
      $17.00
    • SMOKEHOUSE SIRLOIN SANDWICH

      Sliced sirloin in our Smokehouse BBQ marinade. Seared on the flattop and served on butter-toasted French loaf with cheese sauce, freshly prepared coleslaw, and crispy onion strings.
      $17.50
    • SMOTHERED GRILLED MEATLOAF

      Tavern’s special recipe meatloaf, charbroiled and smothered in bourbon red BBQ sauce topped with crispy onion strings, served over a bed of garlic mashed potatoes. Accompanied by steamed broccoli with fresh Parmesan.
      $17.00
    • RIO DOSO CHICKEN

      Cilantro lime chicken breast charbroiled, julienned, and fanned over a bed of Rio Doso rice. Accompanied with warm flour tortillas, chipotle beurre blanc sauce, shredded lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and fresh lime.
      $18.00
    • LEMON BEURRE BLANC CHICKEN

      Chicken medallions dusted with seasoned flour and sautéed golden brown. Accompanied by lemon beurre blanc sauce, cilantro rice, and seasoned grilled asparagus.
      $17.50
    • BANANA SPICE CAKE

      House made banana spice cake layered with chef crafted vanilla pastry cream and coated with cream cheese frosting. Accompanied with freshly whipped cream and warm caramel sauce.
      $10.00
    • GLUTEN FREE CHOCOLATE TORTE

      A decadent blend of semi sweet, dark, and bittersweet chocolate. Covered in creamy chocolate ganache. Accompanied with espresso infused whipped cream and raspberry coulis.
      $9.50
  • APPETIZERS

    • TAVERN ONION RINGS

      Slices of sweet yellow onion dipped in batter and golden fried. Served with Seasoned Sour Cream.
      $13.00
    • SEASONED WAFFLE FRIES

      Waffle cut potatoes fried to a golden crisp, dusted with our special blend of Parmesan and spices. Served with Seasoned Sour Cream.
      $10.00
    • TAVERN STYLE SLIDERS

      Four mini beef burgers grilled then topped with Bourbon Red BBQ, melted smoked Gouda, and crispy smoked bacon. Served on grilled slider buns with speared cornichon.
      $12.50
    • CHICKEN LITTLES

      House made fresh ground chicken patties with garlic aioli, shredded lettuce, melted Swiss, and sliced tomato. Served on grilled slider buns with speared cornichon.
      $12.00
    • OVEN TOASTED BRUSCHETTA

      Sliced ciabatta topped with a special blend of seasonings and Parmesan cheese then oven toasted. Accompanied by marinated tomatoes, olive tapenade, and bleu cheese crumbles.
      $13.50
    • BANG BANG SHRIMP

      Succulent shrimp lightly dusted and golden fried. Tossed in our spicy Bang Bang sauce. Accompanied with Asian slaw, cilantro rice, and finished with fresh scallions.
      $15.00
    • TAVERN SEEDED PRETZEL

      Five warm pretzels brushed with butter and dusted with a seeded spice blend. Served with beer mustard and cheesy jalapeño sauce.
      $10.00
    • SESAME STIX

      Fresh chicken breast strips coated in our signature sesame breading then golden fried. Accompanied by four of our signature dipping sauces.
      $14.50
    • CRAB ARTICHOKE DIP

      Crab meat, artichoke hearts, fresh spinach, green onions, garlic, spices and Parmesan. Topped with mozzarella then baked. Accompanied by grilled garlic bread.
      $16.50
    • HOUSE MADE CHEESE CURDS

      A shareable portion of State Fair style cheese curds lightly battered and golden fried. Served with ranch and sriracha ranch.
      $12.50
    • THAI CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS

      Fresh Asian slaw tossed in sesame lime with Thai peanut chicken. Topped with crispy wontons, diced red peppers, cilantro, and served on fresh romaine hearts. Accompanied by spicy ginger sauce.
      $14.00
    • TAVERN BLEU CHIPS

      A generous portion of house made potato chips dusted with our special blend of seasonings. Topped with crispy smoked bacon, mozzarella, bleu cheese crumbles, and fresh basil. Served with Seasoned Sour Cream and choice signature sauce.
      $11.50
  • CHEF BUILT PIZZAS

    • FARMERS MARKET

      Artisan crust brushed with garlic butter. Topped with mozzarella, marinated tomatoes, roasted red peppers, grilled portabella mushroom, and fresh spinach.
      $13.50
    • CLASSIC PEPPERONI

      Artisan crust brushed with Off The Vine pizza sauce. Topped with mozzarella, sliced pepperoni, and basil chiffonade.
      $13.50
    • BUFFALO CHICKEN

      Artisan crust brushed with garlic aioli. Topped with mozzarella, julienne strips of crispy buffalo chicken, diced celery, and bleu cheese crumbles . Finished with a drizzle of house made buffalo sauce.
      $14.00
    • TAVERN BRIE PIZZA

      Artisan crust brushed with a Brie spread. Topped with mozzarella, shaved prosciutto ham, fire roasted artichoke, roasted tomato, balsamic red onion jam, and basil chiffonade.
      $16.00
    • BBQ CHICKEN

      Artisan crust brushed with Bourbon Red BBQ. Topped with mozzarella, smoked Gouda, pulled chicken breast, sweet red onion, and fresh chopped cilantro.
      $14.00
  • CHEF BUILT SALADS

    • TAVERN’S CHOP SALAD

      Chopped romaine and assorted spring greens tossed in Honey Lime dressing with grilled chicken, granny smith apples, cucumber, candied pecans, craisins, and bleu cheese crumbles.
      $18.00
    • ALL THAI’D UP SALAD

      Crispy sesame chicken stix, cut and tossed in Thai Peanut sauce then served over a bed of iceberg lettuce, shredded carrots, pea pods, cilantro, cucumbers, and mandarin oranges tossed in Sesame Lime dressing. Finished with crispy wontons and julienned scallions.
      $18.50
    • MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SALAD

      Grilled chicken breast julienned and set on a bed of mixed greens tossed in a Lemon Tahini dressing with roasted harissa chickpeas, lentils, grilled artichoke, fire roasted tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta.
      $19.00
    • BUFFALO CHICKEN SALAD

      Chopped romaine and assorted spring greens tossed in Avocado Ranch dressing with cucumber, diced celery, and tomatoes. Finished with julienne strips of crispy buffalo chicken breast and bleu cheese crumbles.
      $18.00
    • CAESAR SALAD

      Chopped romaine, shaved Parmesan cheese, and garlic herb croutons tossed in our signature Caesar dressing.
      $13.00
    • Soup Du Jour

      $4.00
    • Chicken Wild Rice

      $4.00
    • French Onion

      (Crock Only)
      $4.00
  • PASTAS

    • BAKED SPAGHETTI

      Italian sausage and pepperoni sautéed in olive oil then tossed with spaghetti in a blend of marinara and our creamy Alfredo sauce. Topped with mozzarella then baked. Garnished with shaved Parmesan and chopped parsley.
      $18.00
    • BAKED RAVIOLI WITH CHICKEN

      Pulled chicken breast sautéed in olive oil with roasted garlic. Finished in a blend of marinara and house made Alfredo sauce and tossed with cheese stuffed ravioli. Topped with mozzarella then baked. Garnished with shaved Parmesan and chopped parsley.
      $18.50
    • CAJUN CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

      Fettuccine noodles tossed in our creamy Alfredo sauce. Topped with a charbroiled Cajun crusted chicken breast. Garnished with shaved Parmesan and chopped parsley.
      $19.50
    • CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

      Fettuccine noodles tossed in our creamy Alfredo sauce. Topped with a grilled chicken. Garnished with shaved Parmesan and chopped parsley.
      $19.50
    • BUFFALO MAC N CHEESE

      Crispy chicken tenderloins, julienned and tossed in Tavern buffalo sauce. Set on a bed of cheesy cavatappi noodles. Finished with crispy bacon crumbles and chopped green onions.
      $17.50
  • ENTREES

    • SPICY GINGER SEARED TUNA

      A wild-caught yellowfin tuna filet lightly coated in sesame seeds then pan seared rare. Sliced and set atop a bed of jasmine rice. Accompanied by spicy sesame ginger sauce and cool Asian slaw.
      $19.50
    • NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP TCHOUPITOULAS

      Jumbo shrimp skewered crusted with Cajun spices and charbroiled. Set on a bed of crispy potatoes sautéed with andouille sausage, mushrooms, green onion, and a blend of seasonings. Finished with Tavern béarnaise sauce.
      $21.00
    • CHICKEN SKEWERS

      Cilantro lime marinated chicken breast skewered with fresh red onion, green and red bell pepper. Charbroiled and served over a bed of jasmine rice and topped with house made Alfredo sauce, diced red and green bell peppers.
      $19.00
    • GRILLED SHRIMP & SCALLOP SKEWER

      Jumbo shrimp and scallops skewered with fresh red and green bell pepper. Charbroiled and served over a bed of cilantro rice with a house made shrimp sauce, diced red and green bell peppers.
      $23.00
    • SMOTHERED GRILLED MEATLOAF

      Tavern’s special recipe meatloaf, charbroiled and smothered in bourbon red BBQ sauce topped with crispy onion strings, served over a bed of garlic mashed potatoes. Accompanied by steamed broccoli with fresh Parmesan.
      $17.00
    • PAN SEARED TERIYAKI SALMON

      A generous filet of Norwegian salmon pan seared and finished with ginger orange teriyaki. Set on a bed of jasmine rice and topped with our pineapple citrus salsa.
      $22.00
    • TAVERN FISH & CHIPS

      A generous portion of wild-caught filet of cod dipped in our Tavern batter and lightly fried for a crispy crust. Served with seasoned waffle fries, coleslaw, fresh lemon, and house made tartar sauce.
      $18.50
    • LEMON BEURRE BLANC CHICKEN

      Chicken medallions dusted with seasoned flour and sautéed golden brown. Accompanied by lemon beurre blanc sauce, cilantro rice, and seasoned grilled asparagus.
      $17.50
    • RIO DOSO CHICKEN

      Cilantro lime chicken breast charbroiled, julienned, and fanned over a bed of Rio Doso rice. Accompanied with warm flour tortillas, chipotle beurre blanc sauce, shredded lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and fresh lime.
      $18.00
  • DESSERT

    • BUILD-YOUR-OWN S'MORES

      Toasted marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate, and graham crackers. Build Your Own at your table over your own personal campfire.
      $8.00
    • NY STYLE CHEESECAKE

      Accompanied by fresh, sliced strawberries and fresh whipped cream.
      $9.00
    • KEY LIME PIE

      House made Key Lime pie served with fresh whipped cream.
      $8.00
    • CHOCOLATE CAKE

      House made chocolate cake served with vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream, and a warm house made caramel sauce.
      $10.00
    • BANANA SPICE CAKE

      House made banana spice cake layered with chef crafted vanilla pastry cream and coated with cream cheese frosting. Accompanied with freshly whipped cream and warm caramel sauce.
      $10.00
    • GLUTEN FREE CHOCOLATE TORTE

      A decadent blend of semi sweet, dark, and bittersweet chocolate. Covered in creamy chocolate ganache. Accompanied with espresso infused whipped cream and raspberry coulis.
      $9.50
  • KIDS MENU

    • CHICKEN STRIPS

      Chicken breast lightly breaded and golden fried. Served with choice of waffle fries, chips, fresh apple slices, or coleslaw and your choice of our signature dipping sauces.
      $7.00
    • MAC N’ CHEESE

      Creamy Velveeta® cheese sauce tossed with cavatappi noodles.
      $7.50
  • SUNDAY BRUNCH

    • FRESH CARVED ROAST BEEF

      Perfectly spiced and slow-cooked to perfection. Carved to order and served with fresh au jus.
      $10.00
    • GARLIC MASHED POTATOES WITH GRAVY

      Nobody beats our garlic mashed potato recipe. Served with house made gravy.
      $10.00
    • THICK CUT HICKORY SMOKED BACON

      Crispy thick cut, hickory smoked bacon.
      $10.00
    • WEEKLY CHEF’S ENTREE SPECIAL

      Our chefs take great pride in preparing a weekly entree special that fits the season and compliments your brunch with us.
      $10.00
    • BAKED REGGIANO HASH BROWNS

      Our secret recipe of cream, spices, and fresh Reggiano cheese, baked to a golden brown.
      $10.00
    • BISCUITS & GRAVY

      Spicy sausage gravy with house-made butter biscuits.
      $10.00
    • TAVERN'S CHOP SALAD

      Chopped romaine and assorted spring greens tossed in Honey Lime dressing with grilled chicken, granny smith apples, cucumber, candied pecans, craisins, and bleu cheese crumbles.
      $10.00
    • PANCAKE BAR

      Made-to-order buttermilk, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes, served with maple syrup and a variety of toppings.
      $10.00
    • BUILD-AN-OMELET

      Made-to-order omelets with your choice of cheese(s) and mix-ins.
      $10.00
    • SAUSAGE LINKS

      Breakfast pork sausage links.
      $10.00
    • CHEF’S SPECIAL SCRAMBLED EGGS

      Special chef’s recipe that changes weekly.
      $10.00
    • SCRAMBLED EGGS

      Fluffy scrambled eggs pan cooked to perfection.
      $10.00
    • FRESH CARAMEL ROLLS

      Our sticky caramel rolls served hot and fresh.
      $10.00
    • FRESH ASSORTED FRUIT

      $10.00
    • FRESH ASSORTED PASTRIES & CROISSANTS

      $10.00
  • SUNDAY BRUNCH

    • FRESH CARVED ROAST BEEF

      Perfectly spiced and slow-cooked to perfection. Carved to order and served with fresh au jus.
      $10.00
    • GARLIC MASHED POTATOES WITH GRAVY

      Nobody beats our garlic mashed potato recipe. Served with house made gravy.
      $10.00
    • THICK CUT HICKORY SMOKED BACON

      Crispy thick cut, hickory smoked bacon.
      $10.00
    • WEEKLY CHEF’S ENTREE SPECIAL

      Our chefs take great pride in preparing a weekly entree special that fits the season and compliments your brunch with us.
      $10.00
    • BAKED REGGIANO HASH BROWNS

      Our secret recipe of cream, spices, and fresh Reggiano cheese, baked to a golden brown.
      $10.00
    • BISCUITS & GRAVY

      Spicy sausage gravy with house-made butter biscuits.
      $10.00
    • TAVERN'S CHOP SALAD

      Chopped romaine and assorted spring greens tossed in Honey Lime dressing with grilled chicken, granny smith apples, cucumber, candied pecans, craisins, and bleu cheese crumbles.
      $10.00
    • PANCAKE BAR

      Made-to-order buttermilk, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes, served with maple syrup and a variety of toppings.
      $10.00
    • BUILD-AN-OMELET

      Made-to-order omelets with your choice of cheese(s) and mix-ins.
      $10.00
    • SAUSAGE LINKS

      Breakfast pork sausage links.
      $10.00
    • CHEF’S SPECIAL SCRAMBLED EGGS

      Special chef’s recipe that changes weekly.
      $10.00
    • SCRAMBLED EGGS

      Fluffy scrambled eggs pan cooked to perfection.
      $10.00
    • FRESH CARAMEL ROLLS

      Our sticky caramel rolls served hot and fresh.
      $10.00
    • FRESH ASSORTED FRUIT

      $10.00
    • FRESH ASSORTED PASTRIES & CROISSANTS

      $10.00

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