The Wilds Taphouse & BBQ

Best burger Ive had in a very long time we are traveling from Florida we showed up near to closing time and I believe I was speaking with the owner but either way super nice and accommodating with highly recommend this place thank you for your hospitality and your great food The french fries were also really good. You can definitely tell that this place puts their heart into their food and it shows.
Apr 6th, 2024

The Reuben special was phenomenal. Prompt service, and an amazing patio. We will be back to try more of the menu items. The brisket Mac and cheese was great! Don't forget to add jalapenos!
Mar 31st, 2024

Portion sizes are not good. Brisket was Just okay. Got only 2 small strips with my order. Was really dissapointed with the whole thing. The owner came up to me and asked what was wrong and that it was a normal portion size. I didn't even ask for the owner he just came up to my table after the waiter told him It was underwhelming. Was very weird approach. Would try something else if you go but can't recommend
Mar 30th, 2024

We came in with a large group on a Sunday afternoon after the lunch rush and before dinner. Our group had mixed reviews on their food. But I'll say this, when you go to any restaurant, you need to be able to figure out what their signature dishes are, and you won't be disappointed. For example, one of my friends ordered wings, and I thought to myself, why would you order wings here? We already know where to get good wings, try something new! I had the fried chicken sandwich and it was the best I've had in a long time. The chicken was a thigh, which is great because it has good flavor and it's tender and juicy. The batter was light, and still very crunchy. I could taste the spices in the batter. Well done. Fries were great flavor, a mix of crunchy and soggy. There was a variety of sauces that were all home made, even the ketchup. And there was also a BBQ and cherry sauce. You could tell the chef put a lot of thought and effort into crafting some good quality food. I could taste the nuances between the different sauces and they went well with my sandwich. It's stuff like this that helps me respect a restaurant more - they care about the food they're serving. We had a large group and the servers were very kind and responsive. I spoke with the chef after and got a sense of his approach to food. He told me he didn't have any tomato on the menu because he hasn't found a good local, seasonal supplier and therefore doesn't want to serve gross tasting tomatoes. I respect that. Since they're relatively new in the community, it seemed like they have some operational things to work out as they gear up for the spring and summer season. I'm sure they will figure it out. The food prices were a little high for my liking but I understand, being on the coast (a tourist town), prices of things are usually high anyway. As a local I would come back more often for that chicken sandwich if it were a couple dollars less. But BBQ is expensive to buy, prep and cook, so profit margins are slim. Overall, I would recommend. Order something unique, be present, enjoy the atmosphere, be thoughtful in your review.
Mar 27th, 2024

I am a local and was looking forward to the new BBQ restaurant. Went mid afternoon. Service was slow. Asked for iced tea, they didn't have any. Got the brisket specials. Ranch dressing for fries tasted like Kraft. Music so loud, couldn't hear wife sitting next to me. Moved to an outside table since we started getting surrounded by drunken Newport Chamber of Commerce members standing around us like we inconvenienced them by being patrons at one of their local businesses. After a few minutes the Chamber zombies started swarming around us outside. Wait staff said they had posted the event on line, so we should have known. I guess it's my fault.
Mar 20th, 2024