Our next adventure found us back in Clifton Forge, VA. We went to Jack Mason’s Tavern for lunch. The restaurant is in an old building with a lot of character. In the beautifully decorated restroom is an old secretary desk converted into a changing table. I really loved the photos on the wall. My favorite was the one taken beside the building. Apparently, the building at one point was a garment factory. The photo was from the 1940s and depicts the women who worked there picketing on the corner outside.
After we sat at the bar, the manager quickly greeted us. I started off with their special cocktail, a Mermaid Mimosa. The drink was not only delicious but also was a beautiful color. Our bartender, Michael, was friendly and conversational without monopolizing our time.
We started with Fried Pickle Spears. They were piping hot and delicious with ranch dipping sauce. Chris ordered Fish and Chips, beer-battered cod with fries and a choice of salad or vegetables. The beer batter was crispy and light, while the fish was perfectly cooked. The house-made tartar sauce was yummy as well.
The manager had told us about a tuna special. When I ordered the tuna as my entrée, she suggested that I pair it with a salad, as the tuna was an appetizer. With the salad, it ended up being a perfect entrée. The nicely seared yellowfin tuna was delectable.
We will definitely return to Jack Mason’s the next time we are in the Clifton Forge area.
Cost for a beer, a shot, a cocktail, two appetizers, a salad, and an entrée $50.83.
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