TapRoot - Decatur (IL)

5 /5 Stephen Rigg: I am a local but this was my first time at Taproot, it was delicious, I will definitely go back soon. I had the Signature Short Ribs with Mashed Potatoes and garlic roasted green beans. I’ll admit when the food came out, I thought I was going to leave hungry, but it really was plenty of food. I also started with the appetizer they had in special, some breaded mushrooms with rooster sauce. They were good, but I was wishing I would have tried the Calamari. The server was so friendly and great. Pretty too. ;) The restaurant is on Merchant Street in downtown Decatur, one of the coolest streets in Decatur with lights stretched over the street.

5 /5 Strange Barbara: TapRoot Review TapRoot is a popular restaurant known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. It offers a farm-to-table dining experience with a focus on seasonal flavors. Pros: - Fresh and innovative menu options. - Cozy and welcoming atmosphere. - Excellent service with knowledgeable staff. - Great selection of craft beers and cocktails. - Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Cons: - Can get crowded during peak hours. - Some dishes may be a bit pricey for casual dining. - Limited parking space. Overall, TapRoot is a great choice for food lovers who appreciate fresh, thoughtfully prepared meals in a relaxed setting. Rating: 4.2/5

4 /5 Katherine Obregon: Came early on a Saturday night (5pm). First off, our server was great- friendly and attentive. I’m sorry I didn’t make note of her name. She was especially accommodating with our 3 year old. Although TapRoot has high chairs they don’t have a written kids menu but offered fried chicken or mini corn dogs. For the adults we ordered the lobster-stuffed mushrooms (which were tasty) and the cheese curds (which had a great dipping sauce). For entrees- the burger (it was O.K.) and the crab-encrusted cod (which was NOT worth $27 and only had about 50% of the cod “encrusted.”). We tried one cocktail which was average. The brownie dessert was cooked in a skillet and ended up being dry, but very chocolaty. Overall a pleasant meal but a little pricey. Also note they do NOT have a changing table in the bathroom if you come with young children. I was unable to change my 1 year old in the bathroom; however, the hostess was accommodating and found me a private spot to do her diaper change.

5 /5 Ryan: Food is always excellent and the service is great! They never disappoint! Roasted pumpkin special in October is a must try!

5 /5 Jason McGuire: Absolutely amazing! The freshly baked rolls are served drenched in melted butter. The perfectly cooked butchers steak, served with twice baked potato and roasted garlic green beans, was one of the best meals Ive had in a restaurant. Edit: Ive been back a few more times. The short ribs are excellent. The drunken pork chop was just average, not much flavor from the bourbon and maple. Probably one of the best cups of French onion soup Ive had. The hot rock appetizer is incredible.