Rustic Grub Opened at The Hub at Feather Oaks

The new restaurant brings a fresh dining option to the East Tallahassee indoor-outdoor venue.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Dining Out

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Rustic Grub has officially opened at The Hub at Feather Oaks, a sprawling venue in East Tallahassee that houses a winery, vineyard, and brewery. The new eatery was created through a partnership with restaurateurs Jesse and Tyler Rice.

Why it matters

The collaboration aims to round out The Hub by adding an in-house food service option to pair with its existing beverage selections. Owners sought to create a cohesive experience that bridges their wine and beer offerings with authentic, accessible dining.

Menu items include loaded truffle fries for $16, Sweet Heat Hot Tots for $17, and a $22 Bacon is Kingly smash burger. The establishment operates Wednesday through Sunday to serve guests visiting the venue.

The players

Jesse and Tyler Rice

The restaurateurs also own and operate Backwoods Crossing on Mahan Drive and Trident in Panacea.

The Hub at Feather Oaks

Located at 6500 Miccosukee Road, this East Tallahassee destination features an indoor-outdoor space with a winery, vineyard, and brewery.

The details

Designed for speed and efficiency, the menu focuses on high-volume preparation methods suited to the venue's pavilion-style setting. Guests can dine while utilizing a full-service bar and watching sports or events on a 15-foot wide outdoor television.

Timeline

  1. Rustic Grub officially opened its doors at The Hub on October 1, 2026.

Culture Shift

This opening reflects a broader shift toward hospitality venues that function as all-in-one entertainment destinations rather than single-focus bars. By integrating food, wine, and leisure, The Hub follows a growing model where developers prioritize longer customer stay durations.

Residents can now visit the East Tallahassee venue from Wednesday through Sunday for a new dining experience alongside existing brewery and winery offerings. The shift provides locals with an additional casual dining option that specifically caters to the venue's outdoor pavilion layout.

The takeaway

The opening of Rustic Grub illustrates how adding a reliable food menu can transform a beverage-focused destination into a full-service social hub. Visitors should check the venue's operating hours ahead of time, as the kitchen follows a Wednesday through Sunday schedule.

Further reading

Explore more local options in the Dining Out section for Tallahassee.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Tallahassee Democrat.

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