Featured Items

Chipotle Street Wrap
Blackened chicken, charred Mexican street corn, roasted poblano peppers and fresh sliced avocado with a melted three-cheese blend and lettuce. Finished with a smoky chipotle crème in a toasted flour tortilla$15.95Garden Chicken Sandwich
Crispy breaded chicken, melted Muenster cheese, creamy spinach dip, sun-dried tomatoes, chimichurri and fresh basil. Served on a sun-dried tomato focaccia$13.95
Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Crispy chicken breast tossed in house hot honey glaze, topped with shredded citrus cabbage slaw and pickles, served on a brioche bun$14.95
Lunch & Dinner
Provisions
The Anvil Pretzel
A large, baked Bavarian soft pretzel. Served with two house-made dips: beer cheese sauce and honey mustard. (V)$12.95Corned Beef & Beer Cheese Stack
House-made corned beef, thick-cut beer-battered potato rounds and local cheese curds. Finished with a rich beer cheese drizzle, Cajun spice, kraut, green onion and sea salt$15.95
Forged Curds
Local Muenster cheese curds dipped in signature house beer batter and fried crispy. Served with smoky chipotle aioli. (V)$12.95Crab & Artichoke Dip
Warm garlic crostini accompany this rich, bubbling blend with crab, artichoke and cream cheese, topped with a Muenster cheese crust. (S)$15.95
Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Teriyaki marinated chicken, crisp spring mix and mandarin orange segments tossed with a house-made teriyaki sauce and cashews. Served in a fried wonton, with shredded carrots, sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds$15.95
Roasted Poblano Rolls
Chicken, roasted poblano peppers, corn and Monterey cheese nestled in corn tortillas. Served with chili crema, salsa verde, cilantro and queso fresco, finished with pre-charred sweet corn$13.95
Shrimp Wonton Rolls
Seared jumbo shrimp served in a whipped cream cheese spread with dried chives. Finished with a bright and fiery mango-habanero glaze. (S)$12.95
Forge Fry Bread
Three warm fry breads serve as the base for melted cheese curds and spinach spread. Crowned with a savory sauté of buttered apples and onions, then finished with a light drizzle of honey. (V)$13.956 Bone-In Wings
Choice of 6 or 12, traditional or boneless wings with choice of dipping sauce: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Jalapeño Ranch or Chipotle Ranch. Wing sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, Honey Garlic, Bourbon, Sweet Chili, Nashville Hot or Garlic Parmesan$10.9512 Bone-In Wings
Choice of 6 or 12, traditional or boneless wings with choice of dipping sauce: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Jalapeño Ranch or Chipotle Ranch. Wing sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, Honey Garlic, Bourbon, Sweet Chili, Nashville Hot or Garlic Parmesan$16.956 Boneless Wings
Choice of 6 or 12, traditional or boneless wings with choice of dipping sauce: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Jalapeño Ranch or Chipotle Ranch. Wing sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, Honey Garlic, Bourbon, Sweet Chili, Nashville Hot or Garlic Parmesan$10.9512 Boneless Wings
Choice of 6 or 12, traditional or boneless wings with choice of dipping sauce: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Jalapeño Ranch or Chipotle Ranch. Wing sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, Honey Garlic, Bourbon, Sweet Chili, Nashville Hot or Garlic Parmesan$16.95
Sandwiches
The Esther Burger
Steak patty, sharp Cheddar cheese, house-made Kettle Sauce and sliced pickles on a butter-toasted brioche bun, with lettuce, tomato and red onion on the side$15.95
The Hangover Burger
Steak patty, double Cheddar, thick-cut candied bacon, crispy potato pancake and a sunny-side-up egg on a butter-toasted brioche bun. Finished with house-made Bloody Mary mayo with lettuce, tomato and red onion on the side$18.95Lil’ Swiss Burger
Steak patty, sautéed mushrooms and Swiss cheese served on a butter-toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato and red onion on the side$16.95Bacon Hammer Burger
Steak patty, smoky bacon jam, creamy peanut butter and melted Pepper Jack on a butter-toasted pretzel bun with lettuce, tomato and red onion on the side$16.95
New York Steak Sandwich
Sliced New York strip, melted Swiss and sautéed onions topped with house-made chimichurri, peppery arugula and horseradish cream served on ciabatta$24.95
Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Crispy chicken breast tossed in house hot honey glaze, topped with shredded citrus cabbage slaw and pickles, served on a brioche bun$14.95Ridge Reuben
House-braised corned beef with cider-braised sauerkraut, Swiss and 1000 Island dressing on grilled marble rye$15.95Garden Chicken Sandwich
Crispy breaded chicken, melted Muenster cheese, creamy spinach dip, sun-dried tomatoes, chimichurri and fresh basil. Served on a sun-dried tomato focaccia$13.95
Noodle Bowls

Shrimp Udon Bowl
Udon noodles tossed in a sweet soy and hoisin glaze with sautéed shrimp, shredded carrots, gai lan, sugar snap peas, scrambled egg, red chili, cashews and sesame seeds. (S)$19.95Steak Noodle Bowl
Sliced steak tips, udon noodles, stir-fried peppers, gai lan, sugar snap peas, carrots, mushrooms and green onions tossed in a sweet soy and hoisin glaze with sesame seeds. (S)$18.95Asian Stir-Fry Bowl
Basmati rice tossed in a savory ginger-teriyaki sauce with tender bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, mushrooms, peppers, broccoli, pineapple and grilled onion petals topped with sesame seeds. (V)$15.95
Handhelds
Roasted Turkey Wrap
Roasted turkey, smoked bacon, fresh avocado and shredded Cheddar-Jack with house-made jalapeño ranch. Rolled in a toasted flour tortilla with lettuce and tomato$13.95Brimstone Buffalo Wrap
Hand-breaded or grilled chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, with shredded Cheddar, red onion and tomato. Rolled in a flour tortilla with lettuce and creamy ranch$13.95Steakhouse Wrap
Seared steak strips, smoky bacon jam and Bleu cheese crumbles with caramelized onions and fresh arugula. Finished with balsamic glaze and chimichurri in a toasted flour tortilla$18.95
Chipotle Street Wrap
Blackened chicken, charred Mexican street corn, roasted poblano peppers and fresh sliced avocado with a melted three-cheese blend and lettuce. Finished with a smoky chipotle crème in a toasted flour tortilla$15.95
Supper Plates

Street Corn Mac & Bacon
Candied bacon, charred sweet corn and orecchiette pasta folded into house-made cheese sauce and finished with shaved Parmesan and toasted points$16.95
Crispy Cajun Chicken Orecchiette
Crispy chicken, sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers and caramelized onions tossed with orecchiette pasta, Cajun spice, fresh thyme, shaved Parmesan and toasted points$18.95
Walleye
Great Lakes walleye, floured and pan fried with garlic butter and shallots, finished with a white wine-lemon reduction and fresh parsley. Served with deep-fried potato pancakes, a side of syrup and applesauce. (S)$25.95
Moraine Pork Schnitzel
Two hand-breaded pork cutlets, deep-fried to a golden crisp and smothered in a house-made savory apple and onion sauce. Served with a side of creamy mashed potatoes$19.95
Founders Feast Pot Roast
8 oz of slow-braised beef over creamy mashed potatoes with roasted green top carrots and beef gravy$22.95
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Parm
Breaded chicken breast, melted Mozzarella, fresh basil and orecchiette pasta tossed in a sun-dried tomato marinara with shaved Parmesan and toasted points$18.95
Pan-Seared Ridge Salmon
Herb-crusted salmon with creamy mashed potatoes, wilted spinach and a creamy white wine-lemon butter sauce. (S/GF)$23.95
Short Rib Stroganoff
Tender short rib caps simmered in a heavy brandy-cream reduction with sautéed mushrooms, julienned onions and fresh thyme. Served over buttered egg noodles and finished with Parmesan and toasted points$24.95
Glazed Ribs
Full rack of tender, slow-cooked ribs, smothered in house-made barbecue sauce and served with mashed potatoes. (GF)$23.95
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf
Bacon wrapped ground steak, mushroom and caramelized onion gravy, mashed potatoes and white wine sautéed green beans$22.95
Forage & Kettle
Crisp romaine hearts, Parmesan cheese and herb-buttered croutons.
Finished with Caesar dressing and a touch of black pepper and lemon

Teriyaki Chicken Salad
Teriyaki marinated chicken, crisp spring mix and mandarin orange segments tossed with a house-made teriyaki sauce and cashews. Served in a fried wonton, with shredded carrots, sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds$16.95
Honey-Thyme Beet Salad
Roasted red and golden beet wedges, honey glazed carrots and creamy goat cheese over fresh spring mix. Finished with caramelized pecans, house-made honey thyme dressing and cracked black pepper. (GF)$15.95Hot Honey & Apple Chicken Salad
Signature crispy chicken tossed in our hot honey glaze, crisp apple wedges and creamy goat cheese over fresh spring mix. Finished with sweet mandarin segments, candied pecans, fresh strawberries and a bright strawberry vinaigrette$17.95Classic Caesar
Crispy romaine hearts, Parmesan cheese and herb-buttered croutons. Finished with Caesar dressing and a touch of black pepper and lemon. (S)$10.95Side Salad
Fresh spring mix, marinated tomatoes, crispy cucumber slices, pickled red onions, shredded Cheddar cheese and herb-buttered croutons. Served with your choice of dressing. (V)$7.95
Chicken Booyah Soup
$4.95+
Tacos
Korean BBQ Tacos
House-made corn tortillas, Korean BBQ short rib topped with avocado, fresh coleslaw, fried wonton crisps, sweet-chili sauce, pickled radish and sesame seeds. Served with a side of salsa verde$15.95
Walleye Tacos
Marinated, pan-seared walleye and beer-battered fried avocado on house-made corn tortillas with seasoned rice. Topped with jicama-habanero slaw, smoky poblano-chipotle aioli and pickled radish, with a side of salsa verde. (S)$17.95Steak Tacos
Marinated, grilled steak over griddled queso fresco on house-made corn tortillas. Layered with roasted poblano peppers, battered avocado, salsa verde, pickled onions and smoky street corn. Served with a side of salsa verde$16.95
Pizza
The 164 Pizza
House pizza sauce with fresh Mozzarella, our signature cheese blend, marinated heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil, then drizzled with balsamic glaze. (V)$17.95+
Meat Lovers Pizza
House pizza sauce, topped with pepperoni, sausage, bacon, ham and our signature cheese blend$18.95+
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Ranch dressing topped with our signature cheese blend, grilled chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, banana peppers, red onion and Bleu cheese crumbles$19.95+Forge Your Own Pizza
House pizza sauce topped with our signature cheese blend and your choice of toppings. (V)$13.95+
Dessert
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All hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
Restaurant info
Built for gathering, sharing stories, and making new memories, The Forge is where familiar comfort meets a more refined dining experience. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, with intention in every detail. From forged in-house cocktails to bold flavors, a large patio and gathering room, we've got something for the entire family!
Location
2102 Wisconsin 164, Richfield, WI 53076


