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The Alcove Dining Experiences

Monthly Culinary Journeys

Join us for monthly culinary journeys that will take you on a journey of taste and discovery. From wine dinners to chef's table experiences, we have something for everyone.

Historic Mt. Vernon, Ohio

Signature Experiences

From intimate culinary journeys to interactive evenings of mystery and intrigue — choose your next unforgettable night at The Alcove.

Chef's Table
Chef's Table

Chef's Table

A Craft Beer Dinner Pairing

July 15th & 16th, 2026
Doors at 6:00 PM · Dinner begins 6:30 PM
$75 per person
Limited Seating · Tickets Move Fast

We're excited to announce our next Chef's Table at The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge — a culinary journey you won't want to miss on July 15th and 16th. Our culinary team has created a multi-course menu featuring unique flavors and modern touches, designed to deliver a full evening of elevated food, beer, and atmosphere.

Our culinary team has created a multi-course menu featuring unique flavors and modern touches, designed to deliver a full evening of elevated food, beer, and atmosphere.

Each course will be paired with a thoughtfully selected beer from different breweries, curated in collaboration with Chef Zakk and Premier Beverage, to highlight every flavor and create a seamless pairing experience from start to finish.

Five-course beer dinner menu
A craft beer paired to every course
Curated with Chef Zakk & Premier Beverage
Two nights — July 15th & 16th
$75 per personDoors 6:00 PM · Dinner 6:30 PMLimited seating each night
Featured Beverage Partner

Premier Beverage

Craft beer, thoughtfully paired.

Our beer pairings are curated in collaboration with Chef Zakk and Premier Beverage — selecting a craft beer from a different brewery for every course to highlight each flavor and create a seamless pairing experience from start to finish.

Breweries Featured This Evening

Outerbelt Brewing
Tröegs Independent Brewing
New Holland Brewing
Heavy Seas Beer
Ellicottville Brewing
The Experience

What to Expect

A few notes so you know what to look forward to on the night of the dinner.

  • Doors Open

    6:00 PM

  • Dinner Begins

    6:30 PM

  • Menu

    Five courses, each paired with a craft beer

  • Availability

    Limited seating each night

  • Dates

    July 15th & 16th, 2026

The Menu

Five Courses, Paired with Craft Beer

Each course is matched with a thoughtfully selected craft beer — introduced and poured in sequence throughout the evening, curated with Chef Zakk and Premier Beverage.

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Braised Onion & Beer Cheese Dip

Braised onion & beer cheese dip with house-made pretzel bites, smoked gouda bar-tots with pink peppercorn ranch, and house-made pickled vegetables.

Beer Pairing

Outerbelt Glasstown Lager

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Smoked Mozzarella Watermelon Salad

Pressed watermelon, cucumbers, smoked mozzarella pearls, candied beer walnuts, and fresh-cracked black pepper.

Beer Pairing

Tröegs Sunshine Pils

Entrée 103

Braised & Grilled Sausage

House-made braised & grilled pork sausage, lager potato salad, with a spicy stout mustard.

Beer Pairing

Dragon's Milk Stout

Entrée 204

Korean Chicken Wings

Korean BBQ chicken wings, sweet & spicy kimchi, and toasted sesame seeds.

Beer Pairing

TropiCannon IPA

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Boozy Cherry Crumble

Boozy cherry crumble with a streusel topping, Round-Hill vanilla ice cream, and house-made caramel.

Beer Pairing

Ellicottville Cherry Wheat

Courses are served as crafted — substitutions are not available for this dinner.

July 15th & 16th, 2026

Limited Seating · Tickets Move Fast · $75 per person

Past Events

A collection of our most memorable culinary gatherings and seasonal celebrations.

Chef's Table: A Foley Family Wines Dinner
Chef's Table
May 20th & 21st, 2026

Chef's Table: A Foley Family Wines Dinner

An intimate, two-night Chef's Table featuring a five-course tasting menu paired with wines from Foley Family Wines — served at a single communal U-shaped table facing the kitchen.

Event Concluded
Italian-Inspired Wine Dinner Experience
Wine Dinner
March 18th & 19th, 2026

Italian-Inspired Wine Dinner Experience

A five-course, Italian-inspired menu paired with wines hand-selected by Chef Jared — a two-night celebration of bold flavors, thoughtful technique, and seamless pairings.

Event Concluded
Experience the Heights of Paso Robles with DAOU Wines
Wine Dinner
January 21st & 22nd, 2026

Experience the Heights of Paso Robles with DAOU Wines

An unforgettable evening celebrating the artistry of DAOU Vineyards, one of California's most acclaimed wineries. Perched high in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, DAOU crafts wines that marry bold mountain character with Bordeaux-inspired sophistication.

Event Concluded
Holiday Wine Discovery Expo
Wine Tasting
December 4, 2025

Holiday Wine Discovery Expo

A relaxed, free-flowing evening showcasing more than 20 exclusive bottles from around the world. Guests enjoyed tasting, comparing, and ordering wines for home delivery.

Event Concluded
Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner
Wine Dinner
November 19, 2025

Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner

Experience the art of food and wine pairing at our upcoming Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner.

Event Concluded
Spanish Wine Dinner
Chef's Table
September 17 & 18, 2025

Spanish Wine Dinner

A journey through the Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions featuring classic Spanish pairings and a 5-course tasting menu.

Event Concluded
Wait Until Dark
Dinner Theater
September 15, 22, 29, 2025

Wait Until Dark

A suspenseful drama paired with a three-course gourmet meal featuring roasted prime rib and Norwegian salmon.

Event Concluded
Est. 1911 • Mt. Vernon's Premier Dining

Thank You for Choosing The Alcove

Every visit is a celebration of culinary excellence and warm hospitality. We look forward to creating more memorable dining experiences with you.

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An intimate fine dining experience in the heart of Mt. Vernon, Ohio. We craft seasonal menus from locally-sourced ingredients, creating unforgettable culinary moments since 1911.

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The Alcove Restaurant

116 South Main Street
Mt. Vernon, OH 43050

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(740) 392-3076

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Dining Hours

Lunch: Tue-Fri 11AM-2PM

Happy Hour: Mon-Sat 4PM-5PM

Dinner: Mon-Sat 5PM-9PM

Closed Sunday

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