Pineville Tavern Unveils Outdoor Dining Room, New Menu

PINEVILLE, PA — The Pineville Tavern has made some adjustments in light of the current pandemic.

The patio area has been transformed into a tented outdoor dining room and garden. The outdoor dining area was designed by renowned local garden designer Renny Reynolds of nearby Hortulus Farm, a 100-acre 18th century farmstead and nursery operation in Wrightstown.

It seats up to 88 diners.

“I did not want just a simple wall or plain hedge, which would have created a box and not a landscape,” Reynolds said in explaining his design. Other elements include "October Glory" maple trees, arborvitae, pink shrub roses, and more.

Another big change is that for the first time since the Pineville Tavern opened in 1742, it is now accepting reservations. “Of course, the health and safety of our guests is at the forefront of all our plans, so we started taking reservations in advance to help monitor volume and control crowds,” said owner Andrew Abruzzese.

Once regulations allow for both indoor and outdoor dining, Abruzzese plans to roll out a new summer menu — a collaboration between his son, Drew, and renowned Bucks County chef Max Hansen.

"It seems that everyone has been clamoring for a nice meal out after being cooped up for three months,” said Abruzzese. “We’ve gotten incredible feedback about our tent since being able to host diners again on June 5th, and we’re excited to roll out the new menu items as soon as Governor Wolf allows us to host guests inside in a few weeks, hopefully."

Highlights on the new menu include: Warm Zucchini with EVOO, Toasted Almonds and Shaved Reggiano Parmesan; Seared Scallops and Summer Vegetables with a Beurre Blanc Sauce; Crispy Eggplant Napoleon with Fresh Ricotta, Goat Cheese and a Spinach Filling under Marinara; and Pan-Seared Salmon with Cashews, Cucumber, Dates and Dill. Pineville staples such as the “Bawlmer” Crabcakes, Handmade Ravioli, Million Dollar Burger and Rice Pudding will remain.