BEREA, KY – By Wednesday, the week is starting to feel long. The weekend still seems far away, and the to-do list keeps growing. That’s when Boone Tavern opens its doors—and its wine list—for Wine Down Wednesday.
Every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant offers $2 off glasses and $5 off bottles of wine, turning the midweek slump into a reason to gather, relax, and reconnect.
More Than a Hotel
Boone Tavern has been a Berea landmark since 1909, but it’s never been just a place for out-of-town guests. Built on College Square in the heart of downtown, the Tavern has always served as a community living room—a place where locals and visitors alike come together over good food, good conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Wine Down Wednesday embodies that spirit. It’s not a formal event or a ticketed affair. It’s simply an invitation to stop by, order a glass of wine at a discount, and settle into one of the Tavern’s beautiful spaces—whether that’s the elegant dining room, the cozy lobby, or the wraparound porches that overlook Main Street.
The building itself, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was constructed by Berea College students using bricks made in the College’s own brickyard. Over the years, it has hosted everyone from Eleanor Roosevelt to Maya Angelou to the Dalai Lama. But on Wednesday evenings, it’s the neighbors, the couples, and the friends who fill the seats.
A Midweek Ritual
For some, Wine Down Wednesday has become a weekly ritual—a standing date with a spouse, a regular meetup with friends, or a solo moment of quiet before heading home. For others, it’s a spontaneous decision: the kind of evening that starts with “Should we?” and ends with “I’m glad we did.”
The discounts make it easy to say yes. A glass of wine becomes more affordable. A bottle shared between friends feels like a treat rather than a splurge. And the setting—historic, elegant, but never stuffy—makes it the kind of place where you can linger without feeling rushed.
Whether you’re celebrating a small victory, commiserating over a tough week, or simply enjoying the company of someone you care about, Wine Down Wednesday offers a reason to pause and breathe.
Date Night or Friends Night Out
Wine Down Wednesday works for any kind of evening. It’s an easy, affordable date night for couples looking to reconnect midweek without the weekend crowds. It’s a low-key friends-night-out for those who want to catch up over a glass of wine without the noise of a bar. And it’s a perfect excuse to introduce out-of-town guests to one of Berea’s most iconic spaces.
The Tavern’s restaurant, Crafted at Boone Tavern, features a locally-sourced menu that pairs beautifully with the wine selection. Whether you’re stopping by for a full dinner or just a glass and an appetizer, the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.
And if the weather’s nice, the porches are the place to be—rocking chairs, a view of downtown Berea, and the kind of evening breeze that makes you forget it’s only Wednesday.
An Invitation to Unwind
Wine Down Wednesday runs every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant, located at 100 Main Street in downtown Berea. No reservations required—just stop by.
Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, the Tavern’s doors are open. The wine is discounted. And the week suddenly feels a little more manageable.
For more information, visit boonetavernhotel.com or call 859-985-3700.