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Twigg’s Bar & Grill 1207 County Road 22, Emeryville By David Clark
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n the friendly small town of Emeryville — since December 1, 2008 — a thriving eatery called Twigg’s Bar & Grill has been introducing serious pub food with one-of-a-kind dishes and an impressive selection of craft beer, spirits and cocktails, for diners seeking a great meal in an amazing atmosphere. Twigg’s uses the freshest ingredients and locally sourced food for their valued customers. Everything is homemade in house. They also have prompt full service staff ensuring all runs smoothly from the minute you walk in the door. A true culinary experience at Twigg’s, they serve domestic fare and like many pubs, the drinks are plenty and creatively designed for your enjoyment. You will also find daily specials, live entertainment, catering services, and more. At the helm, the dynamic duo of daughter, Melissa Skene and mother, Debbie Popkey are two co-owners doing whatever is necessary to make your experience an enjoyable one. Skene recounts: “I studied chef training in school and worked at many restaurants and bars around Windsor and Lakeshore. It was time to take on a new challenge as a restaurant owner. Thus Twigg’s opened
in 2008 and it was ‘the place to be’ for many years.” After a fire on September 30, 2019 burned down the entire structure, the building was rebuilt from the ground up with a complete re-design by Lester Group, and the restaurant re-opened October 2020. Since overcoming these setbacks and reopening during the pandemic, the business has been growing ever since. The atmosphere now is casual and modern meeting with rustic industrial. As for the menu, one of the top Starters is the Arancini, classic Italian Rice Balls served with tomato sauce and basil. Also a crowd pleaser, the Twigg’s Nachos (full or half pan) are loaded with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, green olives/jalapenos, sour cream and salsa. Homemade chili, ground beef, chicken or pulled pork can be added. For your mains, one of the meals that keeps the customers coming back is the Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese. Swimming upstream to your plate is the Battered Halibut as well. Look no further than the burgers and sandwiches for real pub fare. The Twigg’s Burger is a must try, but the Grilled Cheese Jalapeno Popper
From the burgers, wings, Buffalo Chicken Sandy, nachos, salads, bowls, and more, Twigg’s has a packed menu where anything and everything is possible. Photo courtesy of Twigg’s Bar & Grill.
Burger is a one way ticket to happiness. With the sandwiches the Buffalo Chicken Sandy has that zesty medium sauce you crave. Another top menu choice is the Baz Pizza with curry seasoned pulled chicken and one of the tastiest pizzas is the Spicy Hawaiian (bacon, pineapple, jalapenos). If you’re on a health kick, consider the salads and bowls. One of the new menu add-ons for you to try is converted from a Chicken Shawarma Wrap into a bowl; it is loaded with veggies. The Twigg’s Salad is leafy, featuring the house made candied pecans and a full supply of veggie heaven. For the kids, there are plenty of tasty items for them to sink their teeth into, including the Sloppy Joe Sliders, Mini Pogos and of course, the Chicken Bites. And if they are craving something sweet, the Nutella Pizza is a delight in every bite. You also have the opportunity to find a deal at Twigg’s as they feature daily specials, as well as new and interesting entrées for the conservative budget. Check out the 2-4-1 Wings all day Tuesday! As for alcoholic beverages, an exotic craft would be the Frank Brewing Co. Sunshine IPA with notes of citrus and mango. The 1808 is a fun cocktail with great taste and presentation. At a glance, it’s gorgeous — with a perfect purple hue. Coming from the vine, you have Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio and the Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon.
Engineered by Lester Group, the beautifully recreated Twigg’s Bar & Grill welcomes you in from the road and entices you through the doors to experience freshly prepared pub fare in a rustic, industrial atmosphere. Photos courtesy of Lester Group.
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