The Black Horse Tavern & Pub

Our recent visit to the Black Horse Pub, which has undergone significant renovations, left us feeling quite disappointed. Unfortunately, the historic charm that once drew us to the venue has been replaced by a modern and quite noisy atmosphere that lacks the inviting ambiance we remembered. Although our waitress was undeniably attentive and friendly throughout our meal, her service alone could not compensate for the overall unsatisfactory dining experience. The menu options were limited, with a noticeable absence of vegan and gluten-free selections. This was particularly disappointing given the increasing demand for diverse dietary choices. Additionally, the prices were remarkably high considering the mediocre quality of the food and portion size we received. We started with the Smashed Avocado specifically requesting it without jalapeños, but to our dismay, it arrived with them included. We were informed that it could not be prepared without jalapeños. For my appetizer, I ordered shrimp, which was served at an unappetizing room temperature. It was accompanied by burnt chips that were poorly seasoned and had an awful flavor. This was a letdown, especially for a restaurant that positions itself as a quality dining establishment. When it came time for the main course, I ordered an "Entree" salad topped with grilled salmon, but to my surprise, it was merely the size of a side salad. The salmon was tiny and disappointing; it tasted more like it had been frozen than freshly prepared, and the skin was left on. My husband ordered a burger but could not specify his preferred level of doneness; we were told the chef would decide for him. Yes, that is correct; he could not order the burger to his liking; instead of the medium-rare burger he desired, it was served more on the well-done side since that is what the chef felt would be best. To make matters worse, the burger arrived without a roll, leaving my husband confused about what he had ordered. Given that we used to be regular patrons of the Black Horse, it is disheartening to say that our experience this time fell so short. After this visit, we have decided not to return anytime soon, as we had hoped for much more from a place we once loved.

As someone who is gluten free I had tons of options. The wings were amazing