The Greens - Oak Ridge — Restaurant in Oak Ridge

This place just hasn’t quite hit our expectations yet, and, am not sure we will be back until the weather is warmer. Opening in November when it’s all outside is a bit tricky, I’m sure. However, we were incredibly disappointed that the heaters they advertised having on social media just didn’t do much to help keep you warm after dark, even sitting right next to them.

Also find it disappointing to have all beverages served in plastic with no glass options, and to have any beer after our first not poured to the brim—we we shorted on every cider after our first, but were charged the full amount on what was basically a half pour.

We didn’t try the putt putt- they do have glowing balls that make it fun but all the holes looked very flat and basic- not something we really wanted to have to pay for 3 people to do.

Bathrooms were pretty clean, one even has a changing station and the live music was good. (however, there was a very strong sulfur/sewage smell once you approached the building the bathrooms are in).

We didn’t try the food ourselves but others there said it was good.

Live music was good, and staff was friendly.

It’s also a dog-friendly venue.

Overall, it’s pretty disappointing compared to Barrel House, but, we are glad they are here and...

GO to the GREENS in OAKRIDGE, No Ragrets!!! Nancy is the GOAT🐐!!! She was very kind and gave good beer recs, also let me sample beers at my leisure. This place is the vibe! It’s soooo chill and relaxing 🍻⛳️♟️🎶🪩 The music was classic and fantastic. They had about 20 different beers on TAP and also had cans/bottles to Choose from. 10 of those beers were Gypsy ciders if you prefer ciders or sweeter tasting beer! The other 10 were a variety of beers from atomic city. They had lots of snacky foods and a food menu. Sooooo many putt putt courses. There was corn hole. There was giant chess. There were also other games to choose from. They had plenty of covered tables. There is a covered area called the fall out shelter that had fans going if you aren’t a fan of sitting outside. The ONLY thing missing is a pool table! Otherwise this place is the perfect go to spot. If you haven’t been you should check it out! Did I mention Nancy is the freakin best!

LouLou was...

Finally, this location is open and it was worth the wait! The 'Greens' by the Gypsy Circus company is much more than great hard cider (voted #2 best cider in the nation by USA Today!). They also have great beer brewed by Atomic City Brewery and plenty of bar food to snack on. In addition to what you can taste, this location of Gypsy Circus has 3 putting courses where you can putt-putt while enjoying your adult beverages and listening to a great mix of music. They have live music in evenings on weekends and great choices of recorded music even when no live musician is there. Also have games like cornhole and life-size chess. Be aware of their limited hours for now during this 'Soft Opening' (now Thurs thru Sun. afternoons & evenings) until their Grand Opening early 2024....