Enjoy a Unique Dining Experience at our 4-star Restaurant & Bar
Make a reservation today, enjoy our restaurant's 4-star dining experience and after make your way to our full-service bar!
Kenyon Inn and Restaurant is Knox County’s only 4-star dining option! Enjoy our fine dining experience in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.
Sample our fine wines, end your meal with a decadent Crème Brulee, or enjoy a quick lunch as you make your way onto campus for an event. There’s a reason we’re called Kenyon Inn & Restaurant, after all!
Dining Room Hours
Brunch is only served on Sunday's from 10am -2pm
23rd December - OPEN FOR DINNER ONLY (4pm - 8pm)
Christmas, 24th, 25th & 26th December - CLOSED
28th December - OPEN FOR DINNER ONLY (4pm - 8pm)
New Year's Eve - Open for Brunch (12pm-2pm) and Dinner (5pm - 10pm)
New Year's Day, 1st January - CLOSED
Menu
Enjoy some of our outstanding chef's creations! There's a reason we’re one of the best restaurants in Knox County
Appetizers
Parfait
House made Granola, Yogurt, Fresh Blueberry and Strawberry
Soups & Salads
Tomato Bisque
cup $4.00
Soup du Jour
cup $5.00
House
Mixed Greens, Parmesan Cheese, Red Onion, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette (side $5.00)
Caesar*
Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, House-Made Caesar Dressing (side $6.00)
Breakfast Entrees
Cheese Omelette
Breakfast Potatoes or Fruit, English Muffin or Toast || Add Sausage, Bacon, or Ham, +$3
Corned Beef Hash
House Made Corned Beef, Two Eggs, Potatoes, Peppers, Onion, Swiss Cheese, English Muffin or Toast
Eggs Benedict*
Poached Eggs, Canadian Bacon or Smoked Salmon, Spinach, Hollandaise, English Muffin, Fruit
French Toast*
White Bread. Choice of Sausage, Bacon, or Ham
Omelette Du Jour
Breakfast Potatoes or Fruit, English Muffin or Toast || Add Sausage, Bacon, or Ham, +$3
Pancakes
Plain, Blueberry, Strawberry, or Chocolate Chip. Choice of Sausage, Bacon, or Ham
Steak and Eggs*
Skirt steak, Two Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes or Fruit, Choice of Toast or English Muffin
Two Eggs
Breakfast Potatoes or Fruit, English Muffin or Toast || Add Sausage, Bacon, or Ham +$3
Sandwiches
Served with your choice of house-made fries, chips, cup of soup, fruit, or a side house salad (+$2)
Crusted Chicken
Jalapeno coleslaw, sriracha aioli, ciabatta bun
Grilled Cheese
Choice of Cheddar, Guggisberg Baby Swiss, Provolone, Pepper Jack, American // Add-On: Turkey, Bacon, or Ham +$3
Half Pound Burger*
Ground Brisket Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Brioche Bun / Choice of Cheddar, Guggisberg Baby Swiss, Provolone, Pepper Jack, American, Blue Cheese
Reuben
House-Braised Corned Beef Brisket, Guggisberg Baby Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, Pumpernickel Rye Bread
Vegan Wrap
Carrot, Bell Pepper, Mushroom, Guacamole, Hummus, Sundried Tomato Tortilla
Waldorf Chicken Salad Sandwich
Granny Smith Apples, Celery, Red Grapes, Toasted Walnuts, Lettuce, Croissant
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy or special dietary need (e.g. gluten intolerance). While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, please be aware our restaurant uses ingredients that contain all the major FDA allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, soy & wheat). We offer gluten-free friendly dishes, however, our kitchen is not completely gluten-free. 22% service fee will be added to parties of eight or more.
Soups & Salads
Tomato Bisque
cup $4.00
Soup du Jour
cup $5.00
House
Mixed Greens, Parmesan Cheese, Red Onion, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette (side $5.00)
Berry
Strawberry, Blueberry, Cucumbers, Spinach, Balsamic Vinaigrette (Side: $6)
Caesar*
Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, House-Made Caesar Dressing (side $6.00)
Cobb
Mixed greens, hard boiled egg, bacon, tomato, pickled red onion, blue cheese crumble, lemon vinaigrette // Add-On: Chicken +$7, Salmon +$10, Shrimp +$10, Flat Iron Steak +$10
Sandwiches
Served with your choice of House-Made Fries, chips, Cup of Soup, or Side House Salad (+$2)
BLT
Bacon, Arugula, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayonnaise || Add Fried Egg for +$2
Club Wrap
Ham, Turkey, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Mayonnaise, Sundried Tomato Tortilla
Crusted Chicken
Jalapeno coleslaw, sriracha aioli, ciabatta bun
Fresh Catch Sandwich
Chefs choice Filet of Fish, Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Brioche Bun. Choice of Blackened, Pan-Seared, or Fried
Grilled Cheese
Choice of Cheddar, Guggisberg Baby Swiss, Provolone, Pepper Jack, American // Add-On: Turkey, Bacon, or Ham +$3
Half Pound Burger*
Ground Brisket Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Brioche Bun / Choice of Cheddar, Guggisberg Baby Swiss, Provolone, Pepper Jack, American, Blue Cheese
Lobster Roll
Lobster Salad served on a Brioche Split Top Bun
Reuben
House-Braised Corned Beef Brisket, Guggisberg Baby Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, Pumpernickel Rye Bread
Turkey Sandwich
Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Raspberry Mustard, White Bread
Vegan Wrap
Carrot, Bell Pepper, Mushroom, Guacamole, Hummus, Sundried Tomato Tortilla
Waldorf Chicken Salad Sandwich
Granny Smith Apples, Celery, Red Grapes, Toasted Walnuts, Lettuce, Croissant
Entrees
Chef's Tacos
Ask Your Server For Details
Thai Chili Bowl
Thai Chili Sauce, Fried Rice, Cucumber Kimchi with Salmon - *Substitute Salmon for Crispy Chicken, Grilled Chicken or Shrimp
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy or special dietary need (e.g. gluten intolerance). While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, please be aware our restaurant uses ingredients that contain all the major FDA allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, soy & wheat). We offer gluten-free friendly dishes, however, our kitchen is not completely gluten-free. 22% service fee will be added to parties of eight or more.
Appetizers
Bread Basket
Crab Cakes
with Red Pepper Coulis, Petit Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Siracha Cheess Curds
with Honey Garlic Aioli
Spinach Artichoke Dip
with Fresh Fried Corn Chips
Soups & Salads
Berry
Strawberry, Blueberry, Cucumbers, Spinach, Balsamic Vinaigrette (Side: $6)
Caesar*
Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, House-Made Caesar Dressing (side $6.00)
House
Mixed Greens, Parmesan Cheese, Red Onion, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette (side $5.00)
Soup du Jour
cup $5.00
Tomato Bisque
cup $4.00
Wedge
Romaine Wedge, Bacon Lardons, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing
Sandwiches
Served with your choice of House Made Fries or Chips. Cup of Soup, or Side House Salad
Substitute Sweet Potato Fries +$3
Italian Hoagie
Salami, Capicola, Pepperoni, Lettuce, Tomato, AWARE OUR RESTAURANT USES INGREDIENTS THAT Onion, Banana pepper, Italian Aioli, Cuban Loaf
Lamb Burger
Ground Lamb with Roasted Red Peppers, Olives, Spinach, Topped with Goat Cheese, Brioche Bun
Entrees
Beef Ribeye*
Brown Sugar Spice, Red Wine Pan Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable Du Jour || Add Shrimp, Salmon or Scallops +$15
Honey Garlic Salmon
Pineapple Risotto, Vegetable Du Jour
Lamb*
Served in Mint Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable Du Jour
Lemon Ricotta Ravioli
Served in Pesto Sauce || Add to pasta: Chicken +$7. Salmon +$9. Shrimp +$9. Flat Iron Steak* +$9
Pork Chop*
Served in Peppercorn Mustard Sauce, Roasted Yukon Potatoes, Vegetable Du
Scallops
Thyme and Butter Basted Seared Scallops Served With Truffle Parmesan
Shrimp Stir Fry
Jazmine Rice, Green & Red Bell Pepper, Snap Peas, Broccoli, Garlic Ginger Sauce
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Spinach, Tomato, Sun Dried Tomato, Parmesan, Basil, Heavy
Zucchini Fritter *
Marinara Sauce
* From Our Locally Sources Partners: Lone Pine Ranch
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy or special dietary need (e.g. gluten intolerance). While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, please be aware our restaurant uses ingredients that contain all the major FDA allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, soy & wheat). We offer gluten-free friendly dishes, however, our kitchen is not completely gluten-free. 22% service fee will be added to parties of eight or more.
Desserts
All of our desserts are prepared in-house
Vanilla Crème Brulee
$9
Guinness and Bailey’s Chocolate Cake
$9
Dessert Du Jour
$9
After Dinner Beverages
Cocktails
Chocolate Martini $14
OYO Vanilla, Bailey’s, Kahlua, Crème de Cacao
Irish Coffee $12
Jamesons, Coffee
Iced Irish Coffee Martini $14
Jamesons, Bailey’s, Kahlua
White Russian $11
Grey Goose, Kahlua, Cream
Cognac
Courvoisier VS $11
Hennessy VS $13
Remy Martin VSOP $14
Late Harvest and Dessert Wine
Borgogno Barolo Chinato $12
Geoffroy Ratafia de Champagne $15
Quady Electra Moscato $3
Quady Electra Red Moscato $3
Roumieu-Lacoste Sauternes $9
Port
Graham’s 10 Year Tawny $15
Graham’s 30 Year Tawny $25
Quinto do Noval 2014 LBV $12
Sandeman Ruby $9
Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny $12
Taylor Fladgate 30 Year Tawny $30
Trentadue Chocolate Port $9
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy or special dietary need (e.g. gluten intolerance). While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, please be aware our restaurant uses ingredients that contain all the major FDA allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, soy & wheat). We offer gluten-free friendly dishes, however, our kitchen is not completely gluten-free. 22% service fee will be added to parties of eight or more.
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Please come by to get an application or you can email us kenyon.inn@kenyon.edu
