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Tarnation Tavern

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Tarnation Tavern

Indulge in the Charley Cat Chicken entrees, live music, and libations at Tarnation Tavern! 🍗🎶🍻 From the kitchen - you can choose from CHICKEN...or CHICKEN!
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Tarnation Tavern has taken the history of the Corner Bar and combined it with our famous Charley Cat Chicken, fantastic live music, and landed right in the heart of downtown River Falls, Wi. We are a gathering place for rotating craft brews, full bar service, and an extensive whiskey selection. Charley Cat Chicken is crispy fried to perfection and offered in a variety of flavors ranging from South

ern Fried to Nashville hot, and everything in between. Looking for Mav's wings? We've got you covered! Not looking for chicken? Check out our locally sourced fresh burgers aged to perfection, as well as our 'Dawgs' selection - something for everyone! Check out our events to stay up-to-date on our live music - bringing you the area's most talented musicians. We bring you a wide variety of music to get you on the dance floor from Top 40 hits, country, and classic rock.

06/20/2026

🎶 Join us tomorrow at 3 PM as Monique Smaz takes the stage for Father’s Day!

Monique is a country/rock artist and singer-songwriter, bringing the perfect soundtrack for a summer afternoon. Bring Dad, enjoy great food and drinks, and settle in for a live show worth celebrating. 🎶

06/19/2026

🌟Thank you, Jason Neuhaus for your wonderful five-star Google review!

"Great menu! I enjoy the chicken sandwiches and the burgers. The appetizers are great too! Great environment and although I haven't gone I hear the live music is phenomenal!" 🍽

06/18/2026

🎶 Friday at 8 PM, Chimney Fish Duo hits the Tarnation Tavern stage.

Almost 20 years ago, this River Falls duo started showing up everywhere: wet grass, sticky bar floors, trailers, actual stages, and just about anywhere people would listen.

Now they’re joining forces again to see if they still have it. Expect songs from the album that never happened, plenty of tunes you already know, and the kind of night that feels like a story before the first song even starts. 🎶

06/17/2026

🌭 Happy Wiener Wednesday!

Our wiener is heading south of the border this week.

The Mexico Dog is piled high with elote corn, Tajín, and fresh lime. It’s got just enough heat to keep things interesting.

Karaoke starts at 7. Come sing for your supper. 🎤

06/16/2026

Saturday night is shaping up to be a good one at Tarnation Tavern. 🎶

Tailspin Rock & Country Band hits the stage Saturday at 8:30 PM with country favorites, classic rock, and plenty of songs you’ll know from the first few notes.

Come early for food and drinks, stay for the music, and save some room for the dance floor. 🍻

06/15/2026

🎤 Wednesday karaoke at Tarnation Tavern has a way of turning into the best part of the week.

Grab some food, order a drink, and get here for the songs everyone knows, the big sing-alongs, and the kind of night people talk about the next day.

Karaoke starts every Wednesday at 7 PM. 🍻

06/14/2026

🎺 Thursday at 6 PM, settle in for live jazz at Tarnation Tavern.

Smooth tunes, good company, and a laid-back night that pairs perfectly with a drink in hand.

Once the music gets going, guest musicians are welcome to jump in and be part of it, whether that means sitting in or stepping up for a song.

🎶 Grab a drink, order some food, and enjoy a great night of live music.

06/13/2026

✌️Aliyah thinks you should come down and try our Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery cheese curds.

They’re beer-battered, served with house-made blackberry ketchup, and highly recommended by someone who clearly knows what she’s talking about.

Crispy, cheesy, and way too good to scroll past. 😏

06/12/2026

🍔 Tarnation Tavern is your comfort food headquarters.

From our Mediterranean Power Bowl to loaded mac bowls, Charley Cat Chicken sandwiches, and a classic BLT, we’ve got plenty of favorites worth coming back for.

Come hungry and find your next go-to. 🍽

06/11/2026

Sunday at 3 PM, Whiskey n' Bacon Band is back at Tarnation Tavern. 🎶

Wind down with light rock, country acoustic tunes, good food, and cold drinks. They pack a room, so get here early, grab a seat, and enjoy the afternoon. 🍻

Address

128 N Main Street
River Falls, WI
54022

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 11pm
Wednesday	11am - 11pm
Thursday	11am - 11pm
Friday	11am - 1am
Saturday	9am - 1am
Sunday	9am - 9pm

Telephone

+17154265122

Website

https://www.tarnationtavern.com/

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