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What is The Burning Blade Tavern?

The exterior of The Burning Blade Tavern draws inspiration from the fiery finale of the 1931 Universal Monsters film Frankenstein. An angry mob surrounded the old mill, trapping Frankenstein inside and setting it ablaze. Now, it has been transformed into a hangout spot for some of Darkmoor’s monster hunters. While enjoying tavern fare, you can hear stories of the infamous “Hounds” – boastful hunters from beyond Darkmoor – all while surrounded by an impressive display of monster heads they consider their “trophies.”
This lively watering hole offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Since it tends to get crowded, we recommend heading to the outdoor area for a bit more elbow room. The easiest way to reach it is by taking the side path around the venue, though you can also access it through the indoor space—it just might take a little longer.
Where is The Burning Blade Tavern located?
In Dark Universe, which is in Epic Universe.
Opening Date
May 22, 2025
Fun Facts

- The windmill atop The Burning Blade Tavern erupts into flames several times an hour. Using two types of fuel in varying ratios, the spectacle is easily visible to guests both day and night.
- Before the windmill ignites, the bell tower in Darkmoor will ring, signaling the sighting of monsters and leading into a brief, minute-and-a-half preshow before the blades ultimately burst into flames.
What’s on the menu at The Burning Blade Tavern?

Handhelds
Hunter’s Garlic Stake – $8.00
Crispy garlic butter pretzel with garlic dipping sauce
Burning Cheddar Bites – $11.00
Crispy fried poppers with sriracha ranch
Charred Loaded Potato – $11.50
Hickory char-crusted, Monterey Jack, sour cream, jalapeño bacon, chives
Burning Blade Burger – $13.00
4oz. black angus patty with American cheese, caramelized onions, jalapeño bacon on a potato bun
Staked Grilled Chicken – $11.50
Char-crusted chicken skewer with garlic naan, garlic tzatziki sauce, shaved cabbage, salsa roja
Specialty Beverages
Monocane Mocktail – $7.00
Lagoon’ita
BACARDI Superior, Pallini limoncello, lime, blackberry puree and mint
My Only Weakness
Hayman’s London Dry Gin, Aperol Aperitivo, Bols Cherry Brandy, lemon juice, simple syrup, Angostura Aromatic Bitters, Angostura Orange Bitters, and soda water
Pure of Heart
Misguided Spirits Hinky Dink’s Workingman’s Whiskey, The Bitter Trugh Violet Liqueur, DeKuyper Creme de Cassis, lime juice, pineapple juice, honey syrup, and blackberry essence
Beer
Draft
Reaper’s Reserve – $13.00
Crooked Can High Stepper IPA – $12.25
Modelo Especial – $12.25
Bud Light – $11.25
Crooked Can Seasonal – $12.25
Strongbow Gold Cider – $12.25
Duvel – $14.25
Darkthorne Mead – $14.00
Bottled
Rogue Dead Guy Ale – $10.75
Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen – $13.50
Wine
Poggio Anima Uriel Grillo Sicilia – $13.00
Poggio Anima Samael Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – $13.00
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