Housed In A Restored Cattle Barn, Brown Barn Tavern Is A Rustic, All-American Gastropub In Ohio
By Sarah McCosham|Published December 19, 2023
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Sarah McCosham
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I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
Neighborhood pub, but make it Ohio. And 2023. That’s what you’ll find at Brown Barn Tavern, an all-American gastropub in Ohio that’s located in, of all things, a restored cattle barn. Rustic yet chic, elevated yet homey, Brown Barn Tavern is a wholly unique restaurant in Ohio where you can enjoy an elevated brunch experience, special night out, or casual happy hour.
Ohio is known for its bucolic beauty and picturesque farms, with rustic barns and homesteads common features across the state.
But it's not often that one finds themself dining *in* one of these old barns, and yet, that's precisely the experience that awaits at Brown Barn Tavern!
Located in the charming town of Chardon, Ohio, Brown Barn Tavern is a all-American gastropub whose digs in a rustic old barn offers diner an unique and delicious dining experience -- no matter what brought them in the door.
Sweet or savory (I love a thick and fluffy Belgian waffle, personally!), Brown Barn Tavern pulls out all the stops for brunch -- just be sure call ahead for a reservation, as weekends typically draw big crowds!
And I'd be remiss not to mention the dinner menu of delicious, made-from-scratch dishes. Between the succulent prime rib and herbaceous, bone-in ribeye and the perfectly prepared surf 'n turf, if you're looking for a special night out with elevated steakhouse fare, you'll find it at this Ohio gastropub.
Really, though, no matter when you visit or what you order, a meal at Brown Barn Tavern is an experience. The ambiance -- soaring 30-foot ceilings with rough-hewn beams and hand-made live edge tables -- is incomparable. The food is fantastic. And the service is 5-star, even if you're just ordering a beer and wings!
Have you dined at Brown Barn Tavern before? This cozy gastropub in Ohio is one of those places that’s sure to satisfy whatever craving you have, and whatever occasion you’re celebrating… even if it’s just Friday Happy Hour! While reservations aren’t required, they are recommended, so be sure and call ahead of time to reserve a table!
Of course, the village of Chardon is equally delightful, and if you’re looking for a place to stay while soaking up all this charming small town has to offer, the Geauga Maple Cottage is a perfect little rental that’s just minutes from Brown Barn Tavern *and* Chardon Square!
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