Most Missourians have likely never heard of Yarrow, Missouri. Just 10 minutes south of Kirksville is the tiny town of Yarrow and they have a great little restaurant that you also probably have never heard of. Fort Chariton sits on the banks of Chariton River and is a great place for dinner and drinks. Take the road less traveled and follow the homemade signage to a great meal at Fort Chariton.
In Northern Missouri you can find Yarrow, the unincorporated river town just south of Kirksville. Yarrow is home to Fort Chariton, a great little restaurant on the Chariton River.
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Fort Chariton is truly off the beaten path. You may spot their sign off Highway N, Yarrow Trail is the first right after the sign.
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Fort Chariton is known by locals as simply, The Fort. It got its name from the flood walls the owners erected around the building.
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Inside the Fort you’ll find a dining room with plenty of seating. They even have room to hold parties or small events.
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They have a full menu featuring appetizers, sandwiches, steaks, and more. Their sweet potato fries are totally worth the additional charge.
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Frog legs are a local favorite. Come out on Thursday and Sunday for frog legs fried to perfection.
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Don’t pass up on dessert! They always have a great slice of pie or a giant piece of homemade cake waiting for you.
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There are plenty of seats at the bar. Grab a game of shuffleboard, play the jukebox, and order some great drinks.
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Visit for happy hour or come by on Thursdays when they offer $1 margaritas. Plus, Thursdays are frog leg nights!
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Take the scenic drive out to Fort Chariton for your next family meal or date night out.
Fort Chariton/Facebook Fort Chariton and their available campgrounds can be found at 26826 Yarrow Trl., Kirksville. For more information visit their Facebook page here.
Have you visited Fort Chariton for dinner or drinks? Let us know about your experience in the comments below.
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Fort Chariton and their available campgrounds can be found at 26826 Yarrow Trl., Kirksville. For more information visit their Facebook page here.
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