Pierce Tavern Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Pierce Tavern, a New American restaurant in Downers Grove, IL, offering a variety of options from burgers to barbeque. The venue provides a casual and trendy atmosphere, great for groups and kids, with outdoor seating available. Their menu features vegan and many vegetarian options, along with tasty dishes like brisket grilled cheese and caprese sandwich with truffle fries. Customers rave about the flavorful food, especially the juicy burgers and refreshing cocktails. Don't miss out on their wood fire pretzel twists and homemade ranch for dipping. The attentive service and cozy ambiance make it a perfect spot for a date night or casual hangout. Explore their extensive beer selection and enjoy Happy Hour specials. Pierce Tavern is a must-visit for delicious meals and a vibrant dining experience.
Small Plates
BISON MEATBALLS
Creamy Polenta | Spicy Marinara | EVOO | Shaved Parmesan | Basil
BUFFALO SHRIMP
Buffalo Sauce | Blue Cheese Crumbles | Ranch | Celery + Carrots
CALAMARI
Sweet Chili Glaze | Fried Parsley | Charred Lemon | Spicy Remoulade
CAULIFLOWER
Parmesan | Cherry Peppers | Black Pepper Aioli ORBuffalo Sauce | Blue Cheese Crumbles | Ranch
CHEESE CURDS
Clock Shadow Cheese Curds | Southwest Ranch + Crushed Tomato Sauce
CHIPOTLE DIP
Ground Beef | Smoked Cream Cheese | Chipotle Peppers | Onion | Sour Cream | Pico de Gallo | Cilantro | Tortilla Chips
FILET SLIDERS
Herbed Marinated Filets | Horseradish aioli | Onion Strings | Brioche Buns
HOT CHICKEN SLIDERS
Double Battered Chicken | Habanero Hot Sauce | Slaw | Southwest Ranch | Pickles | Slammer Buns
JALAPENO + CORN FRITTERS
Fire Roasted Jalapenos & Corn | Fresh Herbs | Charred Lemon | Cotija | Elote Dipping Sauce
NACHOS
Spicy Queso | Cilantro Sour Cream | Pico De Gallo | Corn + Jalapeno Salsa | Guacamole | Pickled Peppers | Tortilla Chips Add Choice of Protein for an upcharge.
PORK BELLY SLIDERS
Flash-Fried Pork Belly | Maple + Soy Glaze | Kimchi Aioli | Shaved Vegetable Slaw | Pickled Chilis | Seseme Seed Buns
PRETZEL
Pimento Cheese | Honey Mustard | Goldfinger Queso
SOUTHWEST EGG ROLLS
Braised Chicken | Charred Corn | Black Beans | Cilantro | Pepper Medley | Chipotle Aioli | Jalapeno + Avocado Ranch
TRADITIONAL WINGS
Choice of Sauce | Ranch or Blue Cheese | Celery + Carrots
CUP OF CHILI
Pepper Jack | Sour Cream | Scallions | Cornbread Croutons
BOWL OF CHILI
Pepper Jack | Sour Cream | Scallions | Cornbread Croutons
CUP OF DAILY SOUP
Chefs Choice, Rotates Daily. Call For Option
BOWL OF DAILY SOUP
Chefs Choice, Rotates Daily. Call For Option
FRENCH ONION
Caramelized Onions | Thyme | Bay Leaf | Brandy Beef Broth | Swiss
CHILI MAC
Tender macaroni topped with savory chili, shredded cheese, and fresh green onions.
BRUSSEL SPROUT SALAD
Cabbage | Crispy Brussel Sprouts | Minced Shrimp | Jalapeno | Shallots | Carrots | Thai Vinaigrette
CHOPPED SALAD
Grilled Chicken | Romaine | Bacon | Grape Tomatoes | Roasted Corn | Avocado | Tortilla Chips | Blue Cheese Crumbles | Citrus VinaigretteDue to Supply Chain Issue Avocados may not be available for this item
SOUTHWEST TOSTADA
Fried Chicken | Romaine | Avocado | Black Beans | Pico De Gallo | Roasted Corn | Cheddar Cheese | Southwest RanchDue to Supply Chain Issue Avocados may not be available for this item
STEAK BOWL
Cilantro Lime Rice | Grilled Skirt Steak | Grape Tomatoes | Charred Corn Salsa | Avocado Creama | Oaxaca Cheese
SALMON LA PUEBLA
Grilled Romaine | Aged Parmesan | Avocado | Fire Roasted Corn | Heirloom Tomatoes | Croutons | Chipotle Caesar
GOAT CHZ SALAD
Mixed Greens | Fried Goat Cheese | Pears | Shaved Red Onion | Pomegranate | Spiced Pepita Seeds | Roasted Pear Balsamic Vinaigrette
SHRIMP BOWL
Blackened Shrimp | Cajun Rice | Broccolini | Roasted Corn | Avocado | Lime | Cilantro | Chipotle Aioli
SALAMI MAMI
Shaved Romaine | Soppressatta | Red Onion | Tomato | Hearts of Palm | Chickpeas | Provolone | Black Olives | Banana Peppers | Red Wine Vinagrette
Soups & Salad
Wood Fired Pizzas
BUFFALO CHICKEN PIZZA
Grilled Buffalo Chicken | Mozzarella + Provolone | Bleu Cheese | Ranch Drizzle | Shaved Celery
CHEESE PIZZA
Classic combination of melted mozzarella cheese on a savory crust.
CHUCK IT IN THE BIN
House-Made Sausage | Black Olives | Red Onion | Bell Peppers | Mushrooms | Mozzarella + Provolone | House Red Sauce
MARGHERITA
Fresh Mozzarella | Basil | Tomato Sauce | EVOO
PEPPERONI + RICCOTA
Mozzarella + Provolone | Pepperoni | Ricotta | Crushed Red Pepper Flakes | Honey | Tomato Sauce
SAUSAGE + GIARDINIERA
Mozzarella + Provolone | Italian Pork Sausage | Hot Giardiniera | Tomato Sauce
ALL AMERICAN
American Cheese | Lettuce | Tomato | Pickle | Onion | Brioche | Choice of Side
GOUDACRIS
Smoked Gouda | Cherry Pepper Jam | Truffle Mayo | Arugula | Brioche | Choice of Side
MUSTANG
Yellow Cheddar | Bacon | Onion Strings | Bourbon BBQ | Pickles | Pretzel Bun | Choice of Side
TAVERN
/ LB Burger Patties | American | Fried Egg | Whiskey Pepper Bacon | House Pickles | Shallot Aioli | Brioche | Choice of Side
TURKEY BURGER
Smoked Gouda | Cherry Pepper Jam | Truffle Mayo | Arugula | Brioche | Choice of Side
WEST COAST
/ Lb Burger Patties | American | Lettuce | Tomato | Caramelized Onions | Animal Sauce | Pickles | Brioche | Choice of Side
Burgers
Handhelds
BIRRIA TACOS
Braised Brisket | Cheddar | Chihuahua | Pico de Gallo | Jalapeno Crema | Cilantro | Flour Tortillas | Consome
BLTAE
Garlic Mayo | Shredded Lettuce | Bacon | Tomato | Avocado Spread | Fried Egg | Ciabattone
BRISKET GRILLED CHEESE
White Cheddar | Yellow Cheddar | Sourdough | House Smoked Brisket | Caramelized Onions | Sourdough | Bourbon BBQ | Choice of Side
BUFFALO CHICKEN
Fried Chicken Breast | Buffalo Sauce | Blue Cheese Crumbles | Brioche | Ranch | Choice of Side
CAPRESE
Tomato | Fresh Mozzarella | Basil | Balsamic | Pesto | Baguette | Choice of SideAdd Grilled Chicken $.Add Prosciutto $.
DOUBLE DECKER TACOS
Adobo Chicken | Cheddar | Chihuahua | Lettuce | Pico De Gallo | Chipotle Ranch | Soft Flour Shell + Hard Corn Shell | Choice of Side
FRENCH DIP
MAHI TACOS
Blackened Mahi-Mahi | Avocado + Jalapeno Slaw | Chipotle Lime Aioli | Shaved Radish | Cilantro | Flour Tortilla
STEAK SANDWICH
Marinated Skirt Steak | Fontina | Crispy Onion Strings | Chimichurri | Pickled Fresnos | Ciabatta
SW WRAP
Smoked Chicken Thigh | Bacon | Pico De Gallo | Romaine Lettuce | Pepperjack Cheese | Spicy Corn Tortilla Strips | Chipotle Ranch | Flour Tortilla Choice of Side
SMOKED WINGS
Choice of Sauce | Blue Cheese or Ranch | Celery + Carrots
SMOKED SANDWICH
Choice of Smoked Meat | Sriracha Slaw | B+B Pickles | Bourbon BBQ | Choice of Side
HOT MESS
Smoked Wings | Pulled Pork | Sliced Smoked Chicken Thigh | Brisket | Bourbon BBQ | Slider Buns | Pickles | Choice of Side
House Smoked Meats
Large Plates
CHICKEN CRISPERS
Battered Chicken Tenders | Cajun Fries | Hatch Slaw | Honey Mustard
GREEK CHICKEN & NAAN
Greek Chicken Skewers | Whipped Feta | Olive Cucumber Slaw | Woodfired Naan | Greek Potatoes
MAPLE GLAZED SALMON
Wild Rice Pilaf | Broccolini | Maple Glaze | Candied Orange | Micro Herbs
SHORT RIB RIGATONI
Braised Short Rib | Rigatoni | Carrots | Onion | Celery | Parmesan | Thyme | House Red Sauce
SHRIMP + GRITS
Smoked Cheddar + Gouda Grits | Blackened Shrimp | Tri-color Peppers | Wood-fired Jalapeno | cajun cream sauce | scallions | Pickled Peppers
STIR FRY
Soy + Sesame Marinated Beef | Chili Crisp | Bell Peppers | Broccolini | Mushroom | Onion | Baby Corn | Udon Noodles | Scallions | Sesame Seeds
BUTTER NOODLES
Mac options, fries varieties, vegetables, or salads.
KIDS CHEESE PIZZA
Classic cheese pizza - always a safe bet
KIDS CHEESEBURGER
Fries, mac and cheese variations, salads, chips, or coleslaw.
KIDS HAMBURGER
Fries, mac variants including brisket and shrimp, salads, or veggies like broccolini or Brussels sprouts.
KIDS CHICKEN TENDERS
Fries, mac and cheese, onion rings, salads, or various unique mac options like brisket, shrimp, or truffle parm fries.
KIDS FRIED SHRIMP
Fries, mac and cheese, salads, veggies, or unique options like brisket mac and buffalo fries.
KIDS MAC N CHEESE
Choose from various sides like fries, mac variations, salads, and more.
KIDS GRILLED CHEESE
Fries, mac and cheese varieties, broccolini, onion rings, salads, coleslaw, and more.
Kids Menu
Sauces
ANIMAL SAUCE
A creamy and tangy house-made sauce, typically including mayonnaise, ketchup, and spices.
BBQ
A smoky, tangy sauce typically made with tomato, vinegar, and spices, enhancing grilled meats with balanced sweet and savory flavors.
BALSAMIC GLAZE
Reduced balsamic vinegar with a touch of sweetness, typically includes hints of garlic and herbs.
BLACK PEPPER AIOLI
Creamy aioli infused with cracked black pepper, typically includes garlic and house-made mayonnaise.
BLU CHZ CRUMBLES
Typically includes tangy blue cheese, often used as a topping or garnish.
BLU CHZ DRESSING
Blue cheese and buttermilk dressing with a creamy texture. Contains dairy.
BUFFALO SAUCE
Classic hot and tangy sauce typically made with hot sauce and butter, commonly used for wings and chicken fingers.
CHIPOTLE CEASAR
Creamy Caesar dressing with smoky chipotle peppers, adding a zesty kick.
CITRUS VIN
A zesty vinaigrette typically made with fresh citrus juice, olive oil, and a hint of herbs.
Strawberry Vin
A house-made vinaigrette featuring fresh strawberries, balanced with a hint of tangy vinegar.
SW RANCH
House-made Southwest ranch typically includes buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a blend of herbs and spices for a creamy, tangy flavor with a hint of Southwestern zest.
CHILI RANCH
Creamy ranch with a hint of chili, typically includes buttermilk, mayonnaise, and a blend of spices for a subtle kick.
THAI VIN
A tangy vinaigrette typically includes ingredients like rice vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, and a hint of chili for a balanced flavor.
RANCH
Buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a blend of herbs and spices create this traditional ranch dressing made in-house.
HONEY MUSTARD
A harmonious blend of sweet honey and tangy Dijon mustard, typically including hints of shallots and tarragon.
PIMENTO CHZ
Creamy blend of cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos, often used as a spread or dip.
QUESO
House-made queso cheese sauce, typically includes a blend of cheddar and other premium cheeses.
SAMBAL MAYO
Creamy mayo blended with sambal, offering a subtle heat and a tangy kick. Ideal for adding a bit of spice to burgers or fries.
ASIAN SESAME
Sweet and salty sauce with toasted sesame seeds, typically includes soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
CRUSHED TOMATO SAUCE
Typically includes crushed tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, creating a versatile base for various dishes.
GUACAMOLE
Fresh, creamy avocado dip, seasoned with lime and cilantro. Perfect for sharing.
CHERRY PEPPER JAM
Sweet and spicy jam made from cherry peppers, typically includes sugar and vinegar for a balanced flavor.
TRUFFLE MAYO
A blend of creamy mayo and aromatic truffle, ideal for enhancing your favorite dishes.
GARLIC MAYO
Creamy mayonnaise blended with fresh garlic and a hint of lemon.
VODKA SAUCE
Creamy tomato-based sauce with a hint of vodka, typically includes garlic, onions, and a touch of cream for a rich, smooth texture.
CHIPOTLE AIOLI
A creamy blend of mayonnaise and smoky chipotle peppers, typically used for dipping or spreading.
Side BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Aged Parmesan | Lemon | Crispy Bacon
BROCCOLINI
Miso Glaze | Parmesan | Lemon Zest | Herbed Panko
BAKED MAC N CHEESE
Pierce Cheese Sauce | Cornebread Crumbs | Scallions | CavatappiAdd A Protein For An Upcharge
CHIPS
Crispy slices: Choose from potato or tortilla.
COLESLAW
Crisp shredded cabbage in a creamy, tangy dressing.
DIPPING VEGGIES W/ Ranch
Fresh vegetables, typically including carrots and celery, served with a creamy ranch dipping sauce.
FRENCH FRIES
Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
ONION RINGS
Crispy golden-fried onion rings, perfectly seasoned for a savory crunch.
MIXED GREEN SALAD
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and radish, tossed in a house vinaigrette.
AVOCADO
Fresh and creamy fruit with a rich taste, perfect for adding a touch of luxury to any dish.
CHICKEN BREAST
Breaded chicken breast, deep-fried to a golden brown.
SALMON
Grilled salmon filet typically accompanied by fresh herbs and light seasoning.
SIDE BRISKET
Smoked beef brisket, slow-cooked and sliced to order.
SIDE OF BREAD
Daily bread served by the piece.
SIDE OF SHRIMP
Grilled shrimp, seasoned and cooked to a smoky flavor.
SIDE PULLED PORK
Smoked pulled pork, shredded and tender, typically served with house-made barbecue sauce.
Tortilla Chip Refill
Hand-cut and freshly fried corn tortilla chips, typically served as a side or for refills.