Windward Tavern Menu

Lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch in Alpharetta, Georgia. Prime chuck burgers, Gulf seafood, slow roasted prime rib on Friday and Saturday, and a full bar. Serving Alpharetta, Johns Creek and North Fulton from McGinnis Ferry Road since 2015.

Signature Dishes

Starters

  • French Onion Soup

    Provolone Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Toasted Crouton

  • Queso Dip

    Cup or Bowl

    Served with House Made Tortilla Chips

  • Kettle Chips & Crumbles

    House Fried Chips, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Bacon, Green Onions, Diced Tomatoes

  • Buffalo Wings

    Mild, Medium, Hot, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, BBQ or Teriyaki. Celery, Ranch or Bleu Cheese

  • Fried Mozzarella

    Four Jumbo Sticks, Marinara Sauce, Pesto Ranch

  • BBQ Chicken Nachos

    Corn Tortilla Chips, Pulled Chicken, House Made BBQ Sauce, Shredded Cheese, Queso, Black Bean and Corn Salsa, Pickled Jalapenos, Green Onions

  • Wisconsin Cheese Curds

    Breaded and Fried, Marinara Sauce

  • Zucchini Fritters

    Ranch Dressing

  • Chicken Quesadilla

    Pulled Chicken, Monterey Jack Cheese, Pickled Jalapenos, Mushrooms, Salsa, Sour Cream

  • Hand Cut Calamari

    Lightly Breaded to Order, Marinara Sauce, Lemon Basil Aioli

  • Spinach & Artichoke Dip

    Asiago, Tomato, House Made Tortilla Chips

  • Tavern Sliders*

    Four Beef Sliders, American Cheese, Arugula, Mini Brioche

  • Peel-N-Eat Shrimp

    Quarter or Half Pound

    Shrimp, Old Bay, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Salads

  • Tavern Salad

    Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Carrots, Black Olives, Red Onions, Miso Vinaigrette. Add Chicken, Steak, Salmon or Shrimp

  • Salmon Caesar*

    Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Salmon, House Caesar, Garlic Croutons, Grated Parmesan

  • Candied Pecan & Goat Cheese Salad

    Mixed Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Blackened Chicken, Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • Deep South

    Mixed Greens, Chopped Bacon, Hard Boiled Eggs, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Fried Chicken Tenders, Buttermilk Ranch

  • Cobb Salad

    Mixed Greens, Blackened Chicken, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Chopped Bacon, Tomatoes, Avocado, Cucumbers, Hard Boiled Eggs, Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • Ahi Tuna Salad*

    Mixed Greens, Seared Blackened Ahi Tuna, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Avocado, Crispy Wonton Strips, Ponzu Vinaigrette

  • Steak Wedge*

    Market Price

    Market Steak, Iceberg Wedge, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Chopped Bacon, Tomatoes, Scallions, Bleu Cheese Crumbles

Dressings: miso vinaigrette, balsamic vinaigrette, bleu cheese, ranch, honey mustard, cucumber dill, thousand island, ponzu vinaigrette, Caesar*.

Sandwiches

All sandwiches served with your choice of side.

  • Buffalo Chicken Wrap

    Grilled Chicken, Hot Buffalo Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Monterey Jack, Ranch Dressing

  • Chicken Parm Sandwich

    Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Marinara, Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheese, Toasted Hoagie Roll

  • Reuben

    House Cured Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, Toasted New York Rye Bread

  • Philly Cheese Steak

    Chopped Sirloin, Provolone Cheese, Onions, Bell Peppers, Toasted Hoagie Roll. Sub Cheez Whiz upon request

  • Prime Rib French Dip*

    Shaved Prime Rib, Provolone, Sauteed Onions, Creamy Horseradish Sauce, Au Jus, Toasted Hoagie Roll. Add Mushrooms

  • Grouper Sandwich

    Crispy Fried Grouper Fillet, Remoulade Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, Toasted Brioche. Sub Blackened or Grilled

Served Until 4:00

  • Toasted Italian Sub

    Spicy Capicola, Genoa Salami, Virginia Smoked Ham, Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Oil and Vinegar, Toasted Hoagie Roll

  • Chicken Salad Croissant

    White Meat Chicken Breast with Red Grapes, Celery, Onions, Pecans, B&B Pickle Relish, Lemon Basil Aioli, Toasted Buttered Croissant

  • Turkey B.L.T.

    Sliced Turkey, American Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise, on Toasted Wheat Bread

  • Cuban

    Mojo Pork, Virginia Smoked Ham, Swiss Cheese, Sliced Pickles, Yellow Mustard, Cuban Bread

  • Grilled Gyro

    Gyro Meat, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Feta Cheese, Cucumber Dill Dressing, Pita Bread

Burgers

Served with your choice of side. Add cheddar, provolone, yellow American, pepper jack, bleu cheese or swiss. Add bacon, sauteed onions or mushrooms. Sub a black bean patty.

  • Tavern Burger*

    Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Toasted Brioche

  • Butcher Burger*

    Two Smashed Patties, Pimento Cheese, Bacon, Pickled Onions, Chipotle Mayo, Arugula, Toasted Brioche

  • BBQ Bacon Burger*

    Cheddar, Bacon, Crispy Onions, House Made BBQ Sauce, Spicy Pickles, Toasted Brioche

  • J.C. Smash Burger*

    American Cheese, Grilled Onions, Jalapeno Aioli, Arugula, Toasted Brioche

  • Braised Short Rib Burger*

    Burger Patty, Braised Short Rib, Swiss Cheese, Sauteed Mushrooms, Creamy Horseradish, Toasted Brioche

  • Black Bean Burger

    MorningStar Farms Black Bean Patty, Pepper Jack Cheese, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Jalapeno Aioli, Toasted Brioche

Tavern Favorites

  • Grouper Tacos

    Fried Grouper, Cabbage, Cilantro, Red Onion, Chipotle Mayo, Lime Juice, Avocado, Southwest Sour Cream, Salsa Verde. Sub Blackened or Grilled. Choice of Side

  • Miso Glazed Salmon*

    Miso and Soy Glazed Salmon Fillet, Jasmine Rice, Sauteed Broccoli

  • Prime Rib*

    10 oz · Friday and Saturday only

    Certified Angus Beef, Loaded Twice Baked Potato, Grilled Asparagus, Au Jus, Creamy Horseradish

Entrees

  • Fish and Chips

    Beer Battered Cod, French Fries, Tartar Sauce, Malt Vinegar, Lemon

  • Silos Chicken

    Prestige Farms Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Capers, Tarragon, Parsley, Lemon Beurre Blanc

  • Bang Bang Salmon*

    Salmon Medallions, Jasmine Rice, Broccoli, Shredded Cabbage, Avocado, Carrots, Red Onions, Cilantro, Bang Bang Sauce, Southwest Sour Cream

  • Fried Shrimp

    Lunch portion until 4:00

    Shrimp, French Fries, Coleslaw, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

  • Beef Birria Tacos

    Chile Braised Beef, Melted Cheese, Diced Onion, Cilantro, Consome. Choice of Side

  • Tavern Meatloaf

    Beef and Pork Blend, Mashed Potatoes, Skillet Corn, Brown Gravy

  • Chicken Pot Pie

    Pulled Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Onion, Mushrooms, Green Beans, Corn, Pot Pie Gravy, Pastry Crust

Served After 4:00

  • Baby Back Ribs

    Slow Braised, Char-Grilled, Mac & Cheese, French Cut Green Beans, House Made BBQ Sauce

  • Pecan Crusted Trout

    Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Zucchini, Beurre Blanc

  • The Butcher's Selection*

    Market Price

    Grilled Market Steak, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Pasta

Served after 4:00.

  • Windward Cajun Pasta

    Blackened Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Onions, Peppers, Linguini, Cajun Alfredo Sauce, Garlic Bread

  • Chicken Pesto Alfredo

    Grilled Chicken Breast, Pesto, Alfredo Sauce, Broccoli, Fresh Basil, Linguini

  • Chicken Parmesan

    Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Marinara, Mozzarella, Grated Parmesan, Linguini, Garlic Bread

  • Pasta Primavera

    Broccoli, Zucchini, Peppers, Onions, Fresh Basil, Garlic Butter, Linguini, Garlic Bread

  • Bolognese

    Beef and Pork Blend, Slow Simmered Marinara, Linguini, Grated Parmesan, Garlic Bread

Sides

French Fries · House Fried Chips · Sweet Potato Fries · Tater Tots · Balsamic Brussels Sprouts · French Cut Green Beans · Grilled Zucchini · Jasmine Rice · Smashed Red Skin Potatoes · Broccoli · Mashed Potatoes · Mac & Cheese · Skillet Corn · Coleslaw · Risotto

Sunday Brunch

Served Sundays 11 to 3. Bloody Marys, screwdrivers and mimosas.

To Start

  • Beignets

    Warm, Dusted in Powdered Sugar

  • Buttermilk Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

    House Made White Sausage Gravy

  • Fresh Fruit

    Seasonal Selection

Brunch Sandwiches

Served with your choice of side.

  • Croissant Breakfast Sandwich*

    Fried Egg, Bacon, American Cheese, Toasted Croissant

  • Ham & Swiss Croissant*

    Virginia Smoked Ham, Swiss Cheese, Fried Egg, Honey Mustard, Toasted Croissant

  • Pimento Chicken Biscuit

    Fried Chicken Tenders, Pimento Cheese, Hot Honey, Spicy Pickles, Toasted Buttermilk Biscuit

  • Brunch Burger*

    Burger Patty, Cheddar Cheese, Chipotle Mayo, Bacon, Fried Egg, Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Brioche

House Specialties

  • Fried Chicken & Buttermilk Biscuits

    Buttermilk Biscuits and Fried Chicken Tenders Smothered in a White Sausage Gravy

  • Shrimp & Grits Skillet

    Shrimp, Onions, Bell Peppers, Andouille Sausage, Cheddar Cheese Grits, Roasted Red Pepper Sherry Cream Sauce

  • Grand Marnier French Toast

    Fresh Strawberries, Warm Maple Syrup, Powdered Sugar, Grilled Challah Bread, Bacon

Eggs & Benedicts

Served with home fries, fruit or cheddar cheese grits.

  • Traditional Benedict*

    Grilled Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs, Toasted English Muffin, Homemade Hollandaise

  • Maryland Crabcake Benedict*

    Crabcakes, Poached Eggs, Toasted English Muffin, Old Bay Hollandaise

  • Tavern Breakfast*

    Three Eggs Served with Bacon or Sausage, White Toast

Three Egg Omelets

Served with your choice of side.

  • Three Cheese*

    Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Provolone Cheese

  • The Athena*

    Spinach, Roasted Red Pepper, Goat Cheese, Onion, Tomato

  • Ham, Cheese & Mushroom*

    Cheddar Cheese, Virginia Smoked Ham, Mushrooms

Desserts

  • Creme Brulee

    Classic Vanilla Custard, Torched Sugar

  • Fudge Brownie Sundae

    Warm Fudge Brownie, Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce

  • Carrot Cake

    Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Chef's Daily Dessert

    Ask your server for today's selection

Coffee & Cordials: coffee, decaf or hot tea · Irish coffee · Bailey's, Kahlua or Frangelico.

Windward Tavern · 5206 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta, GA 30005 · (678) 297-0904

Mon to Thu 11 to 10 · Fri and Sat 11 to 11 · Sun 11 to 10 · Brunch Sundays 11 to 3