Tree House Tavern
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Hearty, all-day American eats, plus microbrews, served in a charming 1860s converted farmhouse.
attractions: Cycle Gear, Savers, SafeSplash Swim School - West Warwick, Rhode Island Computer Museum, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, restaurants: Smokey Bones Warwick, Brewed Awakenings Warwick, Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, Masala Indian and Pakistani Cuisine, Miss Cranston Diner 2 & Grill, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Chick-fil-A, Emilio's Bakery, Applebee's Grill + Bar
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Hearty, all-day American eats, plus microbrews, served in a charming 1860s converted farmhouse.
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The first thing you notice as you enter the establishment is how the interior is decorated. From ceiling to floor, it's quite the scene. It's a bit "girly" in that sense but it's also fun, generally speaking. It appears to me to be an old farmhouse converted into a restaurant. There are several differently-themed dining rooms, and in the two times I've been there, I've been in the room to the right of the main room, and in the main room. Concerning the food: The first time we went there, I got the Cabernet Osso Buco (Braised Bone In Pork Shank, Roasted Squash, Tri Color Gnocchi, Cippolini Onions, Carrots, Chef's Vegetable, finished with Pan Jus), and a Bulleit Bourbon Manhattan. The plating of the food was very appealing and yummy -- tender and flavorful. The Manhattan was well-made and they use the gourmet cherries (tasted like Luxardo to me!). The liquid was all the way to the top rim of the glass, requiring a bit of a balancing act to prevent it from spilling, just as it should be. It was a might expensive though -- $17! I mean how much would a Blanton's Manhattan cost me? But they didn't scrimp on the amount of booze, so I wasn't totally bummed. The second time there was my wife and me, for my birthday. I could've chosen a bunch of different places but was really impressed with how the Osso Buco turned out so that I wanted to try the Duck Breast (which I did) -- Pan Seared Duck Breast Bouquet of mushrooms, whipped sweet potatoes, Chef's vegetable, blackberry bordelaise, lingonberry & fruit compote. Rather good on everything again, though not quite enough glazing IMHO. I ordered the same Manhattan -- afterall it was quite delicious, and it's my birthday. On both occasions my wife got the same thing. She's a creature of habit, especially when she finds something she really likes. I tasted it, and I can see why she did so -- Mushroom and Truffle Mac and Cheese with Chicken (Cast Iron Skillet Loaded with Sliced Portobello Mushroom in our Rich Cheese Sauce and Cavatappi, White Truffle Oil and Crusted with Buttery Cracker Crumbs). However, the second time around, the chicken was definitely overcooked -- way too charred, and fairly dry. Why anyone serves chicken breast meat in a restaurant is beyond me. Thigh meat is way superior. Anyway, she was happy with everything except the chicken, on the second visit. For my birthday dessert, we shared a slice of Pistachio Lucky Charms Cheese Cake. It was fabulous! On both occasions the place was fairly filled with people, but I don't recall it being terribly noisy. I think the really high ceilings might help mitigate the reflective sound levels. Both times the waitress was ... well ... not all that friendly. Not even a smile for crying out loud. I mean who knows why someone isn't in the best of moods, but when you're at work, it's really unacceptable to let your customer know it. They're not your confidant nor your therapist, nor the cause of your unhappiness. Anyway, I couldn't quite tell if it was the same low-on-the-chipper personality person we had the previous time or not. She just seemed to be nonplussed to be there, bordering miserable. I'm beginning to find that factor in more and more in restaurants these days. Personally, even on my birthday, I'd rather put some porkchops on the grill with either some grilled corn on the cob or baked sweet potato, and mix up my own Manhattan. My wife is really the "let's go to a restaurant" person. Why bother with the possibility of meeting little Miss Miserable, and maybe someone in the back dropped your Duck Breast on the floor, and just blew the dust and grit off before plating it (or worse)? You just don't know anymore. Not saying that this is what happened, it's just the sorts of things you think of when you have unfriendly waitstaff.
stegokittystegokitty
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My family and I came in to celebrate my father's birthday this evening. As long-time lovers of The Treehouse Tavern, we were, once again, impressed on all levels. Like most other restaurants during this time, they are under-staffed, but Stacey, our server, was absolutely awesome and very attentive, considering she had to handle the work of two other servers. We had seven people in our party, consisting of five adults and two children (under 6 y/o). We ordered the Chicken Wings (plain) and Pulled Pork Nachos for appetizers. Dinners consisted of multiple orders of the NY sirloin and Meatloaf, kid's grilled cheese, and kid's chicken. The chicken wings were crispy, flavorful, and not overly-salty. Tender and tasty, they happily satisfied three of our guests. The other three guests enjoyed the pulled pork nachos. Typically, nachos can be greasy and dense, but that is not the case here. They are light, perfectly seasoned, covered in an appropriate array of toppings, and absolutely delicious. There was also an ample amount of freshly made guacamole to accompany them--which is a welcome departure from the norm of nacho-ordering at other restaurants. The entrees arrived, perfectly timed, with the completion of the appetizers. The steaks were cooked perfectly (medium well and medium rare and neither were mis-identified) and served with the requested sides (one with asparagus as offered and the other with green beans, as requested). The steaks were lean and flavorful and the sides were exactly as described. The meatloaf was definitely "meaty" and perfectly cooked--it definitely left the three people that ordered it full--one even took half home as they couldn't finish it. I thought special mention should be given to the kids' meals. As many of you parents know, kids can often times determine the parents' willingness to visit/re-visit a restaurant. Let me say this: We had one of the pickiest eaters on the planet with us and even he at most of his dinner. He had the kids' chicken and fries entree--plain cooked chicken (moist and tender) served with their delicious fries. He ate half the plate. We were very happy. The other child eats anything and everything--including vegetables, so she very much enjoyed her kids' grilled cheese. As if this culinary experience wasn't already good enough, the coup de grâce was the Boston Cream Pie cake we ordered from the restaurant for the birthday boy. This multi-layered luscious dessert was perfectly portioned with chocolate, cream, and cake--sprinkled with chocolate crisps, to give this delicious dessert a fun flair. If you are looking for a night out with delicious food, great service, and a wonderful and adventurous atmosphere, you certainly found the right place.
Russell BeaucheminRussell Beauchemin
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The Treehouse Tavern was simply amazing as our wedding venue. We had eaten at the Tavern many times prior to booking it for our event and simply loved their food, as well as their overall style and decor. We aren’t a typical couple, and didn’t want the typical ballroom wedding. While working with Michael (the owner) was a dream, we couldn’t have been happier with his staff for the event either. Michael was attentive to our unique style, worked with us on an amazing menu, and did far beyond what we imagined possible for decorations. We rented out everything they would basically allow us to, and our guests where able to socialize both inside and out, both areas setup and decorated beautifully...our guests could not stop talking about how amazing the venue was. The outdoor “woodshed” was both elegant, and relaxed, with their bar in the corner providing refreshments, and tons of fans mounted up high circulating the air it was very comfortable too. The inside rooms we rented provide AC and a quiet retreat from the big crowd. The food was amazing, everything was such a hit with our guests they all kept explaining how they have to come back now. The outdoor flowers where in full bloom, and the fire pit provided a sense of relaxation and tranquility to our night. We had very eclectic variety of guests and it seemed to fit everyone including ourselves perfectly. Overall, the venue, owner, and staff where all beyond our expectations and our guests couldn’t have been happier. They ensured our event went off without a hiccup, and stress free which we couldn’t have been happier with
Elizabeth TocciElizabeth Tocci
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TLDR: Charcuterie board needs a redesign, the sandwiches were fine, the desserts are absolute showstoppers. Prioritize saving room for dessert. My husband and I made a reservation here after trying to stop by a few weeks ago with an hour and a half wait for drop-in guests. We arrived on time for our reservation and they took us right away. We were sat in a kind of hallway, not in the front with the more whimsical decorations. We got the charcuterie tray, I got the turkey sandwich, my husband got the Thai fried chicken sandwich, and we got the creme brulee and bee sting desserts. The charcuterie tray should probably be redesigned. There was a ton of meat (which is nice), but it was in a thick layer on top of the board with everything else laying on top of it. There could have been more bread and the artichoke hearts were awkward to eat. My husband liked his chicken sandwich. My turkey sandwich was impossible to eat as a sandwich because there was a mountain of turkey (not necessarily a bad thing for some people) and a lot of mustard cheese sauce (not my favorite). The highlight was the stewed tomatoes. The desserts were truly spectacular. The creme brulee was thick and rich and the sugar layer was crisp and crumbly. The bee sting dessert was perfection. A true work of art. It's arguably better than the dessert we got at a Michelin star restaurant. I'd return for just the dessert tray. I'd try this place again, I just wouldn't order what we ordered this time around.
Emily McKnightEmily McKnight
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I found this place because it was recommended in Google Maps based on places I visited before. And I am very glad that I went here. I am wondering how did I miss this fun place for so long living in this area. Google indeed is doing an awesome job of uncovering gems like this place. It is love at first sight for this place. The very moment I parked my car I had a feeling that I gonna like this place. Very true to its name, the restaurant setting was like a tree house. There is also a small tree-house ( a real one ) at the entrance. Parking was a bit too narrow and possibly inadequate, but that is not a big deal, compared to the treats you gonna get inside the restaurant. The parking is, true to the restaurant theme, was under the trees. The interior is set like a big wooden cabin. Pretty tastefully decorated. There were many bulbs over the trees and also inside the cabin. We went for lunch and couldn’t see them lit. I believe it will be looking awesome in the evening. While waiting for lunch we had a look at the surroundings. It gave a sense of camping. We found many types of beers and ordered some german Kolsch. Was good and refreshing. Their salad selection is pretty impressive. Ordered eggplant tart. It tasted good. It took them some time to serve the food. This place is to chill down and relax. So we didn’t find the delay frustrating. We had plenty of stuff to look at when waiting for the food. Staff were very courteous. Highly recommended.
Jegan MohanJegan Mohan
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As I’m concluding on my four year journey as a pescatarian, I was excited to dine at the Tree House Tavern for their seafood, which was a delicacy. Upon entering the lot, we were captivated by the lighting and decor. I felt as if I was attending a lavish Thanksgiving dinner. In conclusion, beautiful atmosphere. What I appreciated about the Harvest Ravioli and Lobster Mac and Cheese was the lobster and salmon (salmon was an addition). The reason for the three star rating is the fact that both dish in their entirety lacked flavoring. On the other hand the lobster tasted amazing, it’s the first time I’ve felt the “presence” of a seasoned lobster in a dish. The Mac and cheese itself was bland, had it not been so, this would have been a great dish. The roasted butter squash, the sage sauce, the ravioli…these were all sweet. While others may enjoy this dish, it was simply not my preference. There was nothing else to cut through/compliment the sweetness of the dish. The salmon itself lacked flavor but I appreciated how fat and juicy it was.
karlens josephkarlens joseph
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