The Craftsman New American Tavern

The Craftsman New American Tavern Restaurant Review

Chef Wade Hageman, who mastered thin-crust pies at Blue Ribbon Pizzeria, and his wife-general manger Kristi’s second eatery in Encinitas delivers compelling comfort food. Reclaimed wood from an old Amish barn sets the nostalgic tavern tone, while modern twists on traditional fare entice, like deviled eggs and Serrano ham, lobster corn dogs, deep-fried Brussels sprouts and duck fat fries with...

Posted on August 13, 2015. Brought to you by gayot.

Average Rating

100

Oh gosh - chicken fried chicken.This was a great place for brunch, absolutely need to go back to try more things.

Posted by Heather F. on November 04, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Average Rating

80

Cool atmosphere. Good food. Went here on Saturday afternoon. Only a handful of patrons but service, while very nice, was super slow. My son and i can talk all day long but even we ran out of...

Posted by Margarita R. on October 21, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Average Rating

80

I generally limit my reviews to the very good or very poor experiences. Ours at the Craftsman New American Tavern was mixed. Service was okay and the ambiance was cool, neither very good nor very...

Posted by Randy M. on October 08, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Average Rating

100

I just happened to be in town and saw this place. I was hungry, and they were selling food, so we made a great match. Generally, pizza isn't my favorite thing to eat, but I appreciate a well...

Posted by Erik J. on August 29, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Average Rating

60

Bottom Line: Good food and cute decor with great happy hour specials but at peak times this restaurants is loud and cramped.I like the Craftsman but it is by no means as awesome as its sister...

Posted by Courtney K. on July 27, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Comfort food, bar snacks, classic cocktails, craft beers, boutique wines

Posted on October 22, 2014. Brought to you by facebook.