Hornets' Nest

Hornets' Nest Classic Irish Dive Bar, dedicated to the Railroad Ave. “Street of Dreams” crowd. Strangers welcome!

09/07/2026

We will remain closed today for Labor Day allowing our hard working staff a day of rest! See everyone tomorrow!!

360° view and a cross section of the last steak off the grill last night, as is becoming customary.
08/03/2026

360° view and a cross section of the last steak off the grill last night, as is becoming customary.

07/30/2026

Update: sold out!

Quick small cheesesteak drop this Sunday 08/02! Some spots available for signups:

Last steak of the night. 40 of them on the whole, which is the most we've done thus far. We will do another cheesesteak ...
07/22/2026

Last steak of the night. 40 of them on the whole, which is the most we've done thus far. We will do another cheesesteak night before too long! We have gotten a lot of support, and feel so much gratitude.

UPDATE: all timeslots have been filled. Standby for another date soon!Cheesesteaks will be occurring at the pub on 7/21....
07/16/2026

UPDATE: all timeslots have been filled. Standby for another date soon!

Cheesesteaks will be occurring at the pub on 7/21. Timeslots are open now: https://hornetsnestpub.square.site/

07/04/2026

🎆🎇🎆 We will be closed today as we celebrate the Fourth of July allowing our amazing bartenders time with family and friends! We wish all of our friends of the nest a safe and Happy 4th! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Hours Adjustment!!
Starting tomorrow Sunday July 5th we will be adjusting our Sunday hours to open at 12 and close at 7!

Today we celebrate in honor of our beloved Jimmy. 2 years ago one of the kindest loving souls went on to bigger things. ...
06/24/2026

Today we celebrate in honor of our beloved Jimmy. 2 years ago one of the kindest loving souls went on to bigger things. Today we honor his memory. Stop in for a cold beverage and tell a story, and share a laugh in honor of Jimmy!

06/05/2026

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The Railroad Ave construction is slowly moving down and is working in front of the Hornets’ Nest today!

We are still open at our normal 1pm time frame!

Don’t let the trucks, holes, and work deter you from a cold 🍺 or 🍹

Come say hi and watch the work!

05/25/2026

The hornets nest will be closed today to allow our staff time with family and friends. We wish everyone a safe and Happy Memorial Day! See you all tomorrow!!

Come beat the cold 🌧️ and “spring” into a ☀️hornets nest vibe! Vodka Day! $6, $7, $8 specials 🍹Wines-day! $5 glasses in ...
05/13/2026

Come beat the cold 🌧️ and “spring” into a ☀️hornets nest vibe!

Vodka Day! $6, $7, $8 specials 🍹
Wines-day! $5 glasses in wine 🍷

Address

12 Railroad Avenue
Essex Junction, VT
05452

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 10pm
Tuesday 1pm - 10pm
Wednesday 1pm - 11pm
Thursday 1pm - 11pm
Friday 1pm - 11pm
Saturday 1pm - 10pm
Sunday 1pm - 10pm

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