Wooden City Tavern

Restaurant · Green Lake

Wooden City Tavern

Restaurant · Green Lake
7110 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115

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This sleek, modern tavern pairs creative cocktails and upscale bar bites with a cozy vibe, perfect for festive gatherings near Green Lake.  

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7110 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115 Get directions

woodencitytavern.com
@woodencitygreenlake

$20–30 · Menu

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7110 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115 Get directions

+1 206 420 7452
woodencitytavern.com
@woodencitygreenlake

$20–30 · Menu

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Dampier

Google
Drinks are really good. 5 ⭐ there. Bartenders very knowledgeable and friendly. Each cocktail was really good. The mulled cider hit the spot if you want a warm drink. The other cold cocktails were great too and a good punch of flavor. Recommend to go for cocktails. Vibez especially during the holiday is great. Decorations are too notch. Do wish the music was a bit more holiday themed but overall super fun vibe and lots of photo opportunities. Food is ok and lacks (why this is not 5 stars). The hot honey chicken lacked a lot of flavor. Was bland and not as crunchy. The chicken tenders and fries were a big portion which was great and you don't really need to order a main dish. But nothing to write home about.

Gracie Ericson

Google
Loved the vibes of this spot! Burger was amazing and they have a great wine list, recommend sitting outside and splitting a bottle if you can.

Lauren Feldmann

Google
First the good: Excellent Christmas decor/vibes for the holidays. I had one cocktail and it was quite tasty. The bad: We waited an hour and a half for a table that was open the entire time we were waiting. It was a really crummy table in the back that put 3 people sitting on the same side as if we were at a bar. Once we were seated we never spoke to another human again. We ordered off the QR code at the table and were barely able to ask for napkins before the severs would rush off. The food is fine but nothing great and seriously expensive. I paid $30 for a grilled cheese and Caesar salad. Again I just can’t emphasize enough how inexplicable it was that we waited so long for a crappy table that had been open the whole time and didn’t even need full waiter to attend to it because of the QR code system. The entire operation felt so disorganized and low effort. It’s disappointing because this building is beautiful and in a great location. Hoping someone actually brings a high quality restaurant to it someday.

Alex G

Google
The pop up Christmas menu is good. We had the wax peppers and they were unexpectedly spicy

Táňa Rulková

Google
Wooden City Green Lake is an absolute gem for friends and family gatherings! The ambiance is stunning with abundant daylight streaming through so many large windows, making the space feel welcoming and sooo beautiful. They offer a fantastic selection of cocktails and can even whip up a custom one just for you. For wine lovers, their selection is also fantastic and well-curated. The food menu, especially the vegetarian options, is delightful— the fresh burrata is a must-try! And don't get me started on their crispy artichoke and jerk cauliflower! Yum! The bartenders, including the super friendly and always smiling Haley, make every visit special. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great atmosphere coupled with excellent drinks and food!

Georgia Golla

Google
Visited this place multiple times and it is a total upgrade from the previous place Shelter. The food is consistently good and their pizza is delicious! It's a thicker type of pan pizza and is large enough to feed two people. I've been here for dinner and weekend brunch and both menus are great! The space is very modern and open and will be a great place for the summer time as well. Honestly my go to restaurant in the green lake neighborhood.

Richard Szabo

Google
I was visiting from Canada and stopped in here and the whole visit was fantastic. The GM is great and has a great staff. And the food was incredible! Don't pass up a chance to check this place out.

Sean McConnell

Google
I just had my team Christmas party here and it was awesome! Santa’s surf 🏄‍♂️ Shack was the theme and the Tiki vibe was on point. Here’s the real secret though…the pizza 🍕 is the best I’ve had. The crust is perfect. 20 of us ate it and 20 of us all said it was the best. Go for the pizza, trust me

Cruz G.

Yelp
Best Hawaiian pizza in town!! Wings were big and delicious! Brock gave amazing service! Ambiance was chill all servers were engaging! Definitely going back!

Wendi K.

Yelp
3.5 Stars We visited the restaurant mid-November, and it was beautifully decorated in the most festive way, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere (there were signs for Tinsel Town, which I suppose is what they called the holiday get up) What We Tried: * French Onion Soup ($14): This dish was cheesy and flavorful, but I also found it to be quite salty. * Tavern Burger ($20.50) with Caesar Salad Side ($4): My boyfriend loved this burger, but I thought it was sort of mushy and lacking in flavor. * Wax Pepper Pizza ($27): Everyone else enjoyed this pizza, but I again found it to be overwhelmingly salty. Perhaps my taste buds were broken that day, lol! The staff were polite and attentive. Despite my personal taste preferences, the festive ambiance and friendly service made our visit enjoyable.

Naomi J.

Yelp
If you're looking for fun vibes, come early on a weeknight during the holiday season! I've heard it's a madhouse if you come at dinner time, so I think I went the Friday after Christmas at 4pm and it didn't get crowded until 5:30pm. The drinks were not only cute, but legitimately good (5/5 stars). The pizza was good (4/5 stars), honestly really great for a tavern/bar, but not worth coming for if you're looking for great pizza.

Trinity M.

Yelp
My friend and I came for dinner around 6pm on a Friday night and it was packed. For a table the wait was 40 minutes, but luckily there was some space open at the bar. Food was mediocre, I got the veggie pizza which was pretty good. Finished with brownie sundae and that was pretty good too. Ambiance was cute and festive for Christmas! Really liked the interior decorations. Parking in the area is tough, street paid parking only so give yourself enough time to get there early to find parking and out your name on the waitlist.

Stephanie C.

Yelp
You'd think this busy, beautifully decorated place that has the best location in Greenlake would be a great experience, but it was average at best. The environment - very hot and stuffy on a summer day because they don't have AC and the heat gets trapped in. I imagine it's better on colder days. Sound travels well in here, and it can be loud to the point it's hard to talk even when theres less than 10 other patrons. The drinks- really good mixes but also quite expensive. Why are the draft cocktails worth the same as the regular cocktails? The complementary water is also lukewarm and smells/tastes like chlorine. The food - Good but not great. Very limited options. Basically arcade food being sold at a premium. I can't believe 2oz of chicken tenders was worth $17. (As we joked, it was the minimum number required to call it tenders.) Nothing tasted bad, but it didn't stand out. The best thing they have is their ranch sauce. The service - our waitress for some reason didn't want to serve us. She would make 3-4 visits to the table next to us before helping us once. An average 15-20 min wait to order, get a box, and get the bill... each! No checking up on us, no thank you's on the way out. I guess you have to look rich and privileged to be treated well here.

Lauren K.

Yelp
We started with 2 delicious appetizers. The buffalo chicken fries were phenomenal. Our main course was also delicious. The food came quickly and was done exactly how we ordered. We had a nice server, who took care of us all night. The inside is super cute with great lighting if you want to take pictures! They had the game on and fun music. A great spot for a night out with the girls!

Ana M.

Yelp
In summary: I like them better when they were The Shelter. We won't come back and should've heard friends. I'm not going back for a third time of the same. I'll tell you why: First of Santa's Surf Shack was awesome. Great music, ambiance, food, and service. While they were always packed during the season (and also weekends because of the view), they were always attentive to their clientele. I believe when they changed to this new administration, there wasn't a Christams festival. Anyway, when we heard they were recycling the idea and decor, we wanted to visit them again. So off we went last year and they were very busy. Waiting time was like 45 minutes. By the way: they are accepting dogs. I saw one dark pug going out. Music was loud. Restrooms were dirty and trash can was overflowed for 4pm when they open! Shouldn't it be all cleaned up? This time we arrived 5 minutes before 4pm when they open (different from brunch days at The Sh3lter). There were already some tables dinning. There were plenty of open tables at the right restaurant only part and all of the left part near the bar (plenty of 4 pperson table and open to children in the past). There was a guy sorting something with a person. I asked if I could get a table and after he finished, he told me to wait for another person. I did, but this lady was a bit not focus on how to deliver waiting times. it was like a take it or leave it. I asked how many people should be seated at the bench plus 2 chairs table (4 people). Lady at front hesitated and told 6. Party behind us was also 4. We took kids to the park as it was going to be a very little wait. When we got back ladybat front told us we would have to wait 15 or 20 more minutes. I saw staff by the bar hanging out. So no problems about hands neither. Outside used to be a kind of waiting area with heaters. They were off this time. After 5 more minutes we decided that no tavern is worth waiting longer than that. After Hostess saw me checking in Yelp, then she shifted her attitude. Too late. Both parties went across the street to GBG where waiting was 1 minute, food took 15 more minutes and variety was very nice and plentiful versus menu of Wooden City Tavern. GBG's service was delightful as wo their elk burger!!

Kasey G.

Yelp
Came here for their Christmas pop up bar and had the best night! Drinks are strong and obviously cute. Bar decorations are also well done, Christmas hula themed. Got here right at 4pm on a Saturday and a table for 6 no wait but I think if you get there later there's usually a wait. When we sat down we also found out it was happy hour! Great night overall had a blast New spot in green lake, they have one in Tacoma as well

Rebecca Q.

Yelp
Really cute space! There was a line out the door because the service was a bit slow and they don't take reservations, but we enjoyed the happy hour prices and absolutely loved the buffalo chicken fries. Also ordered a tavern burger that was juicy and the spicy chicken parm sandwich. Wanted to try a zero proof drink but they were out of 3 of the 4 options so I opted for a nice crisp lemonade.

Thomas J.

Yelp
Mediocre is the best word to describe this place. Service is so inconsistent, as is the food. Never thought I could get cold breakfast for brunch. I mean it's only done on certain days for certain hours; I can't imagine it's that hard to keep it consistent! The staff dresses like they are at home in lounge/pajamas (homeless chic?). It's hard to even tell who actually works there. Not like they even acknowledge you in the first place. Skip this place and go to Greenlake Grill across the street.

Jordan O.

Yelp
Overpriced drinks, $12 for a shot of casadores tequila?! That's more than Joeys, also there is nowhere that states that they do an automatic 20% gratuity, they just do it. Last time coming back here.

Kristen B.

Yelp
We stopped in it was pretty busy but the staff was super friendly and took our order fast. The pizza was really good almost like French bread deep dish we both loved it! The hot dog we ordered was a little different but still good. Hope this place makes it the food looks much better then Shelter and it's always super packed so a lot love it so far !

Mary R.

Yelp
Great ambiance. Good food. Just like it's original location in Tacoma. Service was great as well . We sat near the fire and the waitress offered to turn down the heat, she knew we were hot lol would definitely come here again in the summer when they open the floor to ceiling windows.

Sierra S.

Yelp
Yum!!!! I love Wooden City, I've never had a bad meal here. They changed the bread on the turkey club and I liked it even more. Looks huge but it wasn't hard to smush down and eat. Also recommend the shrimp they're SO bomb! Enjoy

Fiona T.

Yelp
The holiday atmosphere and festive decorations at this place created a delightful experience. Our server was exceptionally kind and attentive, expertly answering all our questions. I opted for the draft cider, and it was simply great. The combination of warm hospitality and a festive setting makes this spot a perfect choice for a cheerful outing.

Emma N.

Yelp
Right next to Greenlake, the restaurant is nice and open. Perfect for a bite or a drink on a sunny day! Not much of a burger person myself, my friend & I split some appetizers. The jerk cauliflower was flavorful and delicious, but pretty heavy on the oil. The mixed greens were fresh and light, topped with some strawberries. It was a nice touch. The chicken wings were nicely seasoned, also heavy on the oil. Overall the atmosphere, service, and food were all nice. Personally I prefer a little less oil in my food, but it's a good cheat meal.

Family K.

Yelp
Fun place- nice vibe- came in Friday 630pm. Found parking in the neighborhood- didn't take too long but glad we left time for it. Good energy but not too loud. Friendly service. Ordered burgers & autumn salad- all was tasty. Jerk cauliflower was really good. Beer selection was ok. We'll be back.

Laura W.

Yelp
Friendly waiter, hostess not so much. Food was tasty. I had fried chicken on salad. Portion was good. Chicken was too thin...more crust than meat. Daiquiri was small and overly sweet but nice flavor. Wish there was more selection on menu, but elegant place.

Mary J.

Yelp
Perfect place for a snack and cool drink on a summery Sunday in May. They could get by on location (Green Lake!) and ambiance (light and air and high ceilings!), but the food and drinks were also really strong. I got a delicious NA cocktail that was tart and fruity and refreshing and gorgeous. The Caesar salad, which they could have just phoned in, was also excellent. The dressing had some secret ingredient (tahini?). The croutons were warm and crispy and fresh, not just stale bread. The grated cheese was actually Parmesano Reggiano. Nice!

Varsh P.

Yelp
The vibe of the restaurant is amazing. Is so open and welcoming. Friendly staff to accommodate any requests. Quick service on a busy weekend is a huge plus. Food was amazing. We ordered a cheese pizza with pineapple which was not on the menu but they customized it. Caesar salad was so fresh and the bread croutons were deep fried. The cauliflower appetizer was yummy and the sauce tasted great. Ordered a mock tail which was refreshing as well. Best place to go to near green lake park on a hot summer day.

Noel B.

Yelp
Loved the large open windows with a view of the tennis courts. Multiple draft beer, mixed drinks, and wine options. Ordered the burger and fries and found it delicious. No option to ask for a particular cook style per the waiter. Will return for the ambience.

Emma D.

Yelp
Came here for dinner Sunday night for some drinks and food. It's a great spot right by greenlake. There wasn't much of a wait at all. We were added to a list and we went and got our drinks at the bar. We were seated at a table probably 5-10 min later. I tried their house Paloma which was heavy on the tequila but not bad. Food wise we tried the wax peppers that were recommended to us. They were super yummy and had a little kick to them. Also had the mixed beet salad & the buffalo loaded fries. Overall food was decent. And the inside of the restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing.

Holli K.

Yelp
We have only been to Wooden City Tavern once, during their Tinsel Town pop-up, but I feel like I can tell that this is my kind of place! I used to work at a gastro-pub with a vibe similar to this years ago in Dallas. What is special about the environment is that the atmosphere is lively, but the restaurant designers did their diligence. The acoustics of the space work in a way that the music is loud enough to hear clearly; however, it is not too loud that you are struggling to hear the person next to you or even the server or someone speaking to you from a reasonable distance. During the Tinsel Town pop-up, the playlist seemed to be carefully curated to blend Christmas classics with upbeat, unoffensive, subtle indie tunes that would likely fly under the radar for most, unless you're a fan, in which case you'll really dig (which we did!). My husband and I were excited to try it out a few weeks before Christmas but were a bit worried since they do not take reservations for parties less than 8 or 10 (I think). We rolled with the punches and put our name on the list with the host who was super kind and quoted that it would be about 30 minutes. She suggested we grab a drink at the bar and showed us where to go. We managed to find two open barstools and thought it was quite comfy, so we took our name off the list and stayed there. The craft cocktails are en pointe. You can tell they take their craft seriously. Even during the Tinsel Town pop-up, while there was probably an influx of customers, where a restaurant might want to take shortcuts, the bartenders delivered holiday spins on classic tiki drinks with pride. Each bartender that we had an exchange with was very friendly, although we did find food service to be quite slow--but that's to be expected on a busy Saturday night. We ordered the Bigfoot Long (hotdog), the Burrata, and the French Onion Soup--all to share. We waited and waited for the much-anticipated Bigfoot Long hotdog to come out... I'll admit, I have been following Bigfoot Longs on Instagram for a while and was super stoked to see that I would finally have an opportunity to try one of their elusive, fancy shmancy dogs at Wooden City Tavern. We checked on it, and the bartender said that she had coursed it to come out last, and it was still on its way. After another 30 minutes, we checked on it, and she said that the kitchen had actually 86'd the hot dog and never told her, so it would not be coming. She was super apologetic, and they took care of some of the other items on our check. We were having such a good time, and we appreciated the way that the restaurant handled the mistake--they were genuine in their apology, and the items that were comped more than made up for our inconvenience. I will definitely look forward to going back post-holiday season to see how the menu is updated! I can tell the crew at this restaurant is passionate about the food and drinks that they serve, so I expect there's lots of delicious things in store as the seasons change.

Samuel S.

Yelp
Good food - Fun ambiance - Friendly service & timeliness Since opening as Wooden City Tavern my wife and I returned due to our fond memories of "Shelter" the prior restaurant to call the building home. We were not disappointed - it has everything you want in a modern tavern vibe. We live in the neighborhood and will be stopping by Wooden City frequently this summer to enjoy a beverage looking out the open windows facing Green Lake Park.

Vanessa R.

Yelp
I had yet to come here since the switch of business from Shelter Lounge, and I had an awesome experience! A friend and I went for the Christmas ambiance and menu, and we were delighted by the decor and fun options for the holidays! Our server was very sweet and pretty attentive, and the other staff seemed to be as well. As a caesar salad connoisseur, I was VERY pleased with the caesar. The happy hour was also a great highlight. I will be returning for happy hour and for an unnecessarily extra holiday punch bowl! I would also love to come when the weather is a bit warmer for the patio and creative way they have made the outdoor experience happen.

Kaiser D.

Yelp
Amazing restaurant, in a wonderful part of Greenlake. The Cesar salad with chicken is the BEST CESAR OF ALL TIME!! Love the shrimp, burger and drink options. Highly recommend, really clean and great dining experience also!

Jacqueline H.

Yelp
Stopped in for their holiday bar experience on a Thursday night and it was a 30-40 minute wait for 2 people. It was a cute space with plenty of seating and standard tavern food (wings, burgers, etc). They had a lot of cocktail options, which was nice to see. Food was just okay - $18 for an average burger, $18 for a seasonal cocktail - seems expensive, but pretty standard in Seattle at this point. Service was also just okay - they brought our checks over when we weren't even done eating, which I thought was a bit strange. A cute holiday bar, but probably won't be back for a long while.

Ann N.

Yelp
i came here after seeing their christmas decor on tiktok and it was exactly how i imagined. they do not skimp out on the decorations, it creates such a fun and vibrant atmosphere. i really appreciate all the effort they put into the interior. the layout of restaurant is super cool too, they have a lot more seating than i initially thought. we had to wait about 25 minutes to be seated but our food came out pretty quick. our entrees came out about 7 minutes after our appetizer did. the staff was kind and accommodating. since this is a tavern, i didn't have high expectations for the food but i was super impressed! i like how the fried artichoke had a bit of a lemon flavor. it added a lot of depth to the taste. the pizza had a super crispy crust. i was blown away by the texture. it also had a very tomato-y flavor which i did not mind but i can see how it might not be suited for others. i enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich the most. i'm not a sauce person so they basically deconstructed the whole sandwich for me (super kind of them) and even without any sauce the sandwich was super juicy. they also have fun holiday-themed drinks. i got the gingersnap one (can't remember the full name) because the one i initially wanted was sold out and it was decent. not as tropical as i would've preferred but it was definitely festive.

Nicole G.

Yelp
Was really excited to see Wooden City coming to the area! Tried them in Spokane and fell in love! Wish this location had the full restaurant menu! My first time here during summer was great! It was great to see new staff, new food and a better environment than the Shelter was previously putting out. The food was good and service was kind and quick! My second trip to which I give the 3 stars for was very disappointing. Came in and waited for about 15 minutes for the hostess to come up and greet us. We were not the only people waiting and a group ahead of us mentioned they had been waiting about 20-25 mins. Multiple other staff members walked by and no one helped. Your hostess should be at the front at all times. We came in to experience the Christmas decorations, which seemed down played from previous years. I came with 2 other girl friends and we decided to order multiple different holiday drinks! I can't remember the name of one of the drinks but I believe it contained CBD. We rated that a 1/10. It was pretty gross. At first sip it wasn't bad but as it finished it got nastier! The after taste was horrible and it was hard for us to even finish it. I think it was the Rudolph pain killer which was $17. The second drink was the Papa Noel Daiquiri which was $15 and came in the smallest glass! This drink was also not the greatest and hard to finish. Tasted like awful medicine! We also gave this a 1/10. The 3rd was the Yule Mule at $13! And this was the star! Was delicious and we ended up ordering another round of these! Most of the staff i recognized this time were working here when this was the shelter. The employees at the shelter were not great. This trip felt more like visiting the shelter than what I know wooden city strives for.

Jiwon C.

Yelp
Wooden city tavern is wonderful place for casual foods and drinks. I had a wonderful time sitting inside with the windows open chatting with friends. Ordered the mixed greens salad and the wax pepper pan pizza. The pizza was a great focaccia like bread with wonderful toppings. And the salad was filled with fresh ingredients with just the right amount of acid. Easily sharable between 2-3 people. Our table also ordered drinks, which was surprisingly so light and good. I'm so excited to go back and try everything else! The workers are so kind and helpful, ask for suggestions. What a wonderful addition to greenlake. They have a happy hour daily from 4-5:30pm!

Vicki S.

Yelp
Came here one sunny evening with friends. We were looking for a spot to enjoy the sunny weather and have a drink. This place checked the boxes. We each ordered different drinks and then tried them all. I can't speak to the food, but the drinks were good.

Jennifer R.

Yelp
Best Caesar of my life!!! Let me tell you this place always kills it. Been here twice and will absolutely be back again. Clean, open and awesome menu. Our favorites are the Caesar with chicken, fried artichoke po' boy, and the shrimp The Caesar has fresh green Romane, not too much dressing (perfect amount) extra parm cheese on top and the best of all the warm fresh croutons 10/10 love this place

Kalie M.

Yelp
Really delicious vegan pizza at a great price in comparison to other vegan pizza I've had in the city. N/A cocktails were really yummy too. Great new spot!

Harneet K.

Yelp
YOU NEED TO TRY THE CEASAR SALAD!! I never order salads but after reading some great reviews I decided to order one. I don't even know how but their ceasar salad is so amazing - I have never had any one as good as this. Service is also great here and so is the ambiance.

Nichia W.

Yelp
From the salad to the cocktail to the raviolis, everything was delicious. Every bite was perfect. I can't wait to go back!

Evan C.

Yelp
We went to Wooden City Tavern and had some of the worst service so far since moving to Seattle. It was a Husky's game day but there was no wait and plenty of open seating so it wasn't too busy and other tables in the restaurant seemed to be having great service. We got seated immediately and then waited for our server. After 10 minutes (not too bad) they grabbed a drink order from us and the bartender delivered our drink very quick. That's where the "good" ended... We waited 40 minutes for our server to show up just to put in our food order. We got a Turkey Club and chicken tenders, both seemingly simple food items. As we sat there waiting for our food our server sat in the back and was impossible to find and never checked in on us. We finally waved someone down and asked for another beer. They put in our order and it sat on the bar waiting to be brought to us for 15 minutes and was room temp by the time we got it. We were assured our food was almost done... After waiting 45 minutes for food (after the first 40 minutes of waiting just to put in the order) we flagged someone down and asked to just box our food up and get us the tab. 5:00 arrived to restaurant and was seated 5:10 drink ordered and delivered right away 5:40 food ordered 6:10 second drink ordered 6:25 drink arrived and we asked for food to be boxed and to bring the tab 6:35 finally got food and left Note these were the only interactions with staff, at no other times did the server check in. I understand when a business is busy that food might take a while. But the fact that our server was MIA and other sections actually had attentive service showed this wasn't an issue due to being "busy". The table next to us with the same server also mentioned how crazy slow the service was. Giving 2 stars as they discounted the food due to the extreme wait. Never did I think a cold sandwich and two individual chicken tenders with some fries would take an hour and a half to get.

Hallie C.

Yelp
- bloody mary: not great, can get it spicy or not, spicy wasn't very spicy but tastes better, ate the garnishes before taking a picture but ended up switching out for a classic mimosa which was great (hard to mess up a mimosa!) - we started with the poutine, forgot to take a picture but really really good! good sharing portion for a brunch appetizer - eggs benedict: - avocado benny and bacon and tomato benny were both good, bread used was absolutely delicious ** one thing that was interesting one of us got the bacon and tomato and she asked if she could add avocado and they said they couldn't, could only add a side of avocado, which I thought was weird. - both sides good, salad dressing light and flavorful, potatoes are light but crisp, big portion! - breakfast burrito: yummy, good size, aioli is a highlight, not super spicy

Kai A.

Yelp
Great dining option at Green Lake. Good options (wish they would bring back the hot dog) and TVs to boot to watch the game. If you sit by the fire tables, you can ask them to turn down the heat if you want.

Charley B.

Yelp
Weirdly selective menu. Service was slow, but nice when they came. They messed up our orders and we were told they would comp us - however, never did. Food with average - nothing special.

Kaiya A.

Yelp
Everything we ordered was AMAZING. We got the fried artichokes, french onion soup, classic cesar, cheese and supreme pan pizza, and a brownie sundae. The service was amazing as well, we waited around 30 minutes to get seated (because they were short-staffed) but it was definitely worth it because we got to sit at a corner table where the window/door was open (the host said we had perfect timing for this table). The whole vibe was warm, comfortable, and cozy. First time here and definitely coming again.

Mina W.

Yelp
8 of us dined here last night, and it was outstanding in every way. The food was excellent, the service was superior, and we were able to watch the sky turn pink over Green Lake. The place is airy, open, and busy in a festive way. We will return often!

Alan G.

Yelp
Visited the evening of 10/07/24 for dinner. Traffic was light but picked up; probably 30 ppl by the time we left. Servers were efficient. Food was good. Ambiance unique and appealing. Mixed drinks are pricy for the few ounces you get and Bar tender on restaurant side needs some practice on mixed drink recipes.

Beth H.

Yelp
This was my first visit to Wooden City. When we arrived, the hostess let us know it would be a few minutes before we could be seated, but we were seated almost immediately. We then waited more than 10 minutes for a server to greet us. I had to go to the hostess stand to ask for a server to come take our order. Finally, someone showed up. We put in our drink order. Someone other than our server brought our drinks. We waited another 15 minutes (we were ready to walk out) before our server came to our table to take our food order. She then told us that she was sorry but she had a big table that she had to deal with. We placed our order. Someone else brought our food. The food was delicious!!! Our server (whose name I don't remember) was terrible. Absolutely terrible. But, the food was fab so I will probably give this place another try. Hopefully they can sort out the service issue.

Jessica P.

Yelp
Pizza is fantastic. The dough prep process sounds intense - our bartender told us it was like a 48 hr ordeal. It definitely shows. He made great recommendations on food items. We also got the Hungarian wax peppers - they were delish. Drinks were good. Happy hour was decent. The space is very open - lots of natural light. Parking is tricky around Green Lake so keep that in mind.

Ruben S.

Yelp
Very good. Impressive because anything with the word "tavern" in the title could be hit or miss. The fried artichoke app was awesome, mezcal marg was good, and the hot dog was awesome. Love the vibes. Would definitely go again.

Annika B.

Yelp
Love this place! We absolutely devoured the fries! Highly recommend going for happy hour

Kenzie W.

Yelp
OKAY. shout out to Jackie, Jam and Lana. PLEASE Give them A RAISE AND TAKE GOOD care of them three. They took amazing care of us. We didn't even really liked this place until we met them and given that we were a very indecisive and large group of people who were having a horrible day and they made it so much better because of their service, Honestly. PLEASE. Take good care of these ladies. Because they have worked so hard for it and because of them I will continue to come here and recommended this place to others. Thank you, Kenzie .

Carmen C.

Yelp
I love how cozy this place is! We were here for happy hour and enjoyed the tavern burger and the basil mozzarella pizza with their selection of house wines. Portions were huge but delicious -- the pizza wasily fed two of us. The happy hour rosé was quite enjoyable. Def looking forward to come back again, especially in the summer when our dog pals can join us!

Lori K.

Yelp
The French onion grilled cheese is so yummy and all the pizzas we have tried have been delicious. Fries are skinny, crisp and have the perfect amount of salt. Fun atmosphere. Nice to have the garage doors open when the weather is nice.