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A Catskill bar thrumming with local life, stories, and cold beer. Plates land heavy, the jukebox cuts through the clatter, and regulars linger.

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Running Deer Inn

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Running Deer Inn: A family-run Catskill bar known for local color, prime rib nights, craft beers, and regular live events. Walk in, relax, and stay awhile.

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The Running Deer Inn feels like a gathering built from rough-hewn wood and years of good tales. Laughter rides the air, and tap handles spare no frills—this is mountain bar living without pretense.

What to Expect:

    🍺 Drafts and bottles from IPAs to domestics alongside a full liquor bar
    🥩 Rotating menu with prime rib, camel burger, deviled eggs, and vegetarian picks
    🎸 Weekly events from live music, bike night, and trivia to paint & sip
    🦌 Family-owned, with welcoming staff and a steady pulse of regulars
    👕 Biker-friendly, come-as-you-are mood; no need to dress up

Important Information:

    ✔ Table service indoors; sometimes standing room on weekends
    ✔ Wheelchair accessible entry; low-threshold, all on one level
    ✔ Contact (845) 210-7341 or check website for event nights
    ✔ Beer, wine, cocktails, NA options; kitchen open until late on weekends

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The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.

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Local Insights

🎸 Bike Night: Midweek evenings bring out the bikes; best spot for local chatter and the wildest specials.

🥩 Prime Rib Timing: Prime rib and exotic meats run out—arrive early on event nights for your pick.

🍻 Tap Turnover: The best chance to sample new beers is at the start of the week before the crowd drains the kegs.

🦌 Offbeat Events: Trivia, paint & sip, and the occasional live band shake up the usual bar rhythm—watch the website for updates.

Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM–12:00 AM

Saturday: 11:00 AM–12:00 AM

Sunday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

Best For

Prime rib nights, biker meetups, locals and regulars, group hangouts
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28 State Rte 55
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Napanoch
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What folks are saying

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Guests find Running Deer Inn lively and full of character, with standout friendliness from staff, a steady crowd of locals, and a menu that mixes classic bar plates with a few wildcards like camel burger and prime rib. Beer and cocktail options please most, with several noting a relaxed, unpretentious mood—sometimes a little noisy when the bikes roll in, but regulars don’t seem to mind. Occasional service hiccups get mentioned, especially when crowds run high or events sell out popular specials early. Prices are noted as fair, with plenty of value for the portions and pours.

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October 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Domestic drafts; IPAs; Signature cocktails; Wine; Prime rib; Camel burger; Elk stew; Deviled eggs; Vegetarian specials; Beer flights; NA options

Best TimeS TO visit

Early evenings Monday–Thursday are calm for conversation and a full menu. Arrive by 6 PM for specialty meats or event nights; bike night draws crowds midweek.
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