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Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

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Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

Forbidden Root combines industrial-chic ambiance with craft brewing excellence. Couples can explore unique beer flights while sharing creative comfort food like duck dumplings and candied bacon. The trendy atmosphere and innovative menu make for an engaging date night experience.

Food quality
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8.75
Service
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8.50
Ambience
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8.25
Value for money
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8.00
Accessibility & Amenities
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9.00
8.47
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Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
Scores above 9.00 denote the highest quality, signifying the best date night dining experiences.

Public Review Sentiment

1040
Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise the diverse beer selection and creative comfort food. The industrial-chic atmosphere and attentive service receive high marks. Standout dishes include brussels sprouts and duck dumplings. Some note weekend crowds can impact wait times. Overall experience combines craft brewing with elevated pub fare.
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Best Times to Visit

Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

For an intimate date experience, visit Tuesday-Thursday evenings between 4-6 PM. Weekend peak times (7-9 PM) can be busy. Special brewery events enhance date night possibilities.
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Buzzing
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM
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Relaxed
Weekdays 2 PM - 4 PM
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Category
Casual Dining
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Cuisine
American
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Dishes
Mac & Cheese
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Price
US $20-30
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Features
Craft Cocktails
Trendy/Modern
Outdoor Seating
Happy Hour Specials
Group Dining
Casual Dining
Local Brews
Locally Owned
Locally Sourced Ingredients
Parking Availability
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations Recommended
Family-Friendly
Pet-Friendly
Live Music
Farm-to-Table
Lunch Specials
Seasonal Menus
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Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
Opening hours
Monday
12:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM
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10:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM
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10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM
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5:00 PMI'll process all sections according to your guidelines:

How to get there

By Car Located in Easton Gateway, easily accessible from I-270. Take Easton Way exit and follow Worth Avenue. Free parking available in both lot and garage.

By Rideshare Uber and Lyft services readily available. Use "Forbidden Root - Easton Gateway" as your destination for accurate pickup/dropoff.

Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is chef paul yow still there?

Yes!

Do they have Bicardi rum?

They focus on local products and craft alternatives. They offer 451 and echo from Columbus for white rum options.

Will you be brewing beer at this location?

Beer is currently brought from the Chicago location, with guest taps available. They are working to get the brewery operational.
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