Hickory Tavern

I got 2 orders both the same!! I wouldn’t go here if you are hungry or looking for good food. Quesadilla seriously, and soggy. $44 bucks for 2 Quesadillas and salad to go.

1 star because I have to leave something in order to post this. In actuality, should be a big fat zero. I’ve been a long-term, loyal customer of Hickory Tavern, and what’s happening here right now is a textbook example of how to dismantle a well-run location. Dana, the previous manager, was outstanding. She cared about her staff, respected her customers, and created a place people actually wanted to come back to. Replacing her with the current general manager, Robbie, was a massive downgrade in leadership and professionalism. Tonight, Robbie publicly reprimanded our server, Madison, in front of a table of regulars during a football game, calling her unprofessional and lecturing her on how to “take care of her customers.” RIGHT IN FRONT OF US. That kind of behavior is unacceptable in any customer-facing business. Good leaders coach privately. Bad leaders posture publicly. LITTLE-DICK ENERGY. What’s more concerning is the growing perception that this place is being quietly reshaped through favoritism. Several management and kitchen hires appear to be migrating over together from another restaurant group, and the culture shift is noticeable. Whether intentional or not, it feels less like thoughtful leadership and more like insiders circling the wagons, at the expense of staff morale and customer experience. Madison did nothing wrong. She's always on point. She was attentive, professional, and exactly why many of us keep coming back. Robbie, on the other hand, made the atmosphere uncomfortable and dragged customers into internal power plays we never asked to witness. If Hickory Tavern corporate cares about retention, reputation, or basic hospitality standards, they should take a hard look at what’s happening here. Long-time customers notice when good leadership is replaced with ego and when respect is no longer part of the culture. This location used to be great. Right now, it’s actively heading in the wrong direction. Honestly, it seems like they're intentionally trying to tank this restaurant. I bet it's closed in less than 6 months.

This was my first time at Hickory Tavern, and there were 5 of us for a festive work lunch to enjoy the holidays. I made a reservation the day prior and it was easy and quick to make with a phone call. The attention was great from the moment we walked in the door. The waitress was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, competent and quick. She didn't hover, which allowed moments to talk and relax. She was attentive and stopped at our table at the right time. I had a design your own salad and it was so good and filling! I ate half of it and brought the rest home. Two colleagues had burgers and loved them. One had shrimp and grits and if we were not in public, I'm positive he would have licked his bowl. The other had fish and chips, which she liked but would have preferred a little less cook time on the breading. I would recommend this restaurant, and the waitress, whose name I failed to retain. Sorry.

Spent two hours here with some family and it was a great time. Our Server Emily was amazing and she looked like she was having a rough night but she still had time to check on us and make sure we had everything we needed. Food tasted great and no issues at all. Will be coming back.

This place is fantastic! Amazing service, the food was OUTSTANDING!! We got pretzel bites for an appetizer that were out of this world, I had salmon which was cooked and seasoned to Perfection with wonderful crispy tater tots. We finished the meal with soft homemade chocolate chip cookies. Love the different shows that are on the tvs and the atmosphere is lovely. Can't wait to come back!