Great food, great beers, great service! This place is kind of tucked away and not that simple to access from I-35 as the map took me a strange way. Glad I found it. The tacos were sublime! read more

Bare Arms Brewing - The Circle- a while ago - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Cool little place with a friendly dude behind the bar! We are here for a BU football game and are staying in their parking lot with our RV (HarvestHost) and came in to patronize our host. It's early afternoon on a Saturday, so it's pretty chill, but I can see where it would get cranked up after a game- may get exciting later! The Java Stout is really good - picked it after the bartender made a few suggestions and provided samples. Food smells delicious too! read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Java stout... mmm mmm good - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

When the front door is opened for you and you're greeted with a smile and a genuine welcome you know you're in the right place! Now, if you're a beer lover and see the row of taps along the wall and there's too many to count at first glance you definitely know you're in the right place!! Bare Arms Brewing is the place to be in Waco! With a large selection of brews, plenty of seating, games to play and delicious grilled food, you can't go wrong. We started with a flight to find our favorites, ordered some food and then just sat back the rest of the night and enjoyed all the company of locals and visitors. The flights are generous so no problems finding a favorite. We also enjoyed a tour of the brewery where the owner gave us an in depth overview of the brewing process. Bare Arms is also a Harvest Host so we were able to stay the night in our RV in the parking lot without worries of driving! With excellent service, food and brew, Bare Arms will always be at the top of our list of Waco hot spots! read more

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Third and final stop for fam's brewery crawl! Honestly, it was a bit of a challenge trying to figure out where we would do our final run, so we all did our bit and did our online searches. Then someone said, "Hey, this place has axe throwing!" And since the rest of us didn't bother doing further research, we all agreed to go! And were disappointed when we learned axe throwing is no more. Even more disappointed they didn't have hef or any kind of wheat beer. Just as well: I was assigned DD. But what they do have is a bunch of board games! We had zero intentions of using them but it's good to know it's there for those who may be interested. But I won't deny I had a taste of their Java Joule. (Been a minute since I had a coffee-based brew) and I'll admit I liked what I had. What I appreciated more is its hint of sweetness. The other thing they had that we all really enjoyed were the moveable seating! That was interesting! It's too bad they didn't have the axe throwing available. But at the same time, that might be a good thing: after all this is the 3rd brewery fam has hit for the day! Good first run! It was a good way to wind our brewery crawl down. read more

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Great spot in Waco for a Craft Beer and Good Conversation! Bartenders are great! Good selection. We often stop in on our way down or back from Austin. read more

Great little hidden brewery on the south side of town. The service was really good, lots of seats and tons of different table games to choose from. The beer? Not so good. It's was mediocre homebrew in my biased opinion. The beers were very watered down. Nothing was spectacular but for a local place in Waco it's not bad. The bbq nachos were a crowd pleaser so I give them that. read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Rye ale. - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Great selection of beers spanning many styles. I sampled the IPA's and can recommend any of them. Had a burger with Brisket and highly recommend it. On both visits the staff was fantastic. read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Brewery doors and a pickup that was similar to mine. - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

We were diving back to Austin from Dallas and decided to stop by Waco to break our trip up with our dogs. We were greeted very kindly by Reed and got the thumbs up to bring them into the establishment. Whatever you're into beer-wise, they've got it. My girlfriend got the "I'm Your Huckleberry Blueberry Kolsch" and I got the "Java Joule" which were delicious! For food, I saw they had tacos and you get two with a choice of meat so we got one pulled pork and one brisket and the brisket sandwich made with the Java Joule beer (look at me all pairing things like a grown up :-) I'll definitely stop by again next time I'm in the area! read more

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Visiting from out of town. Great friendly service. We even got a tour of how their beer is made. Everyone liked their beer. They also had a few wine selections for those that want something different. read more

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This is probably my favorite place in Waco! Thank goodness Kevin and Jill (the owners) bought this place and turned it around! I was amazed talking w/the owner Kevin. He had a background working with the original Sierra Nevada team! He takes his water down to a completely blank profile, and then adds the right salts and minerals to build his beer profiles from the ground up! Like... who does that? If you are drinking his Belgium Pale Ale, he has built the water to taste like it's from a specific place in Belgium. THEN, he starts making the beer. I guess if you don't have the right water, you'll never get the right beer! I've had around a dozen of the different beers (and no, I'm not a mug club member yet... but maybe soon! It's not that expensive) and the guy just doesn't make a bad product at all! Let all Beer Knurds rejoice! Plus, this is just a really cool place to hang out, grab a beer, and watch the game! 5 STARS... EASY! #ShopLocal #DontDrinkBadBeer read more

The brisket tacos were absolutely the best! The spicy coleslaw was also delicious and I don't usually like coleslaw much. And the beer I got was delicious too! And the service was also great! No complaints and would very much recommend! I wish i wasn't driving so I could have tried more beers! read more

Comfortable, dog friendly brewery with a comprehensive brew list. Had the Smoked brisket nachos to snack on, very good authentic BBQ flavour. Will be back next time we come to Waco. read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Two IPAs, one on the right is the rye - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

We were visiting from California and stopped in after a Baylor basketball game and what a treat! Unfortunately, the kitchen was closed but we decided to stay for a beer. They were so friendly and we stayed almost until they closed. For the beer...my parents had the Santa's joules, my husband tried the Covid Cure: Omicron Variant...hilarious name. He really enjoyed it, it was hoppy and citrusy. I tried the Scotchy scotch ale. It was so, so good! Easy to drink for a beer with a10.5% abv. Last, we sat at a very fun table with seats that rotate and move all around. My kids absolutely love them...we had a good time sitting on them as well. They had several board games available to play while you are there. My husband wants to go back before we head. Thank you for welcoming us into your brewery! read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Scotchy scotch Ale. - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

This place was a great find to grab some brews before the jaunt back to Austin. First off, who knew Waco was "cool" now? Second, this place had some surprisingly good beers for such a new-ish (they are 3yrs old) place. The ambiance is very chill, and Ron, the guy behind the bar was so nice! He was also a wealth of knowledge regarding anything and everything Waco! I did the flight and each beer I had was pretty true to style w/my favs being the 1849 and 1849 barrel-aged as well as the Java Joule! It was also really cool talking w/one of the owners and being a total astronerd! Everyone was just so welcoming, gracious, and kind! The wife of one of the owners even gave me a rec on where to find a local bluebonnet field! They also have a cool "mug club" and there was what looked to be a delicious pizza food truck in the parking lot. It looks like it is popular w/locals and has its regulars as the place started to fill up about 30mins or so after I got there. Will def be back if and when I am in Waco again as the vibe here is something I mesh with well! read more

Really good beer. We found a tasty IPA we liked. Food was ok, would likely stop for beer only next time.

Great beer. Great food and amazing staff. We came to Waco to see all things Magnolia and found our way to Bare Arms. It was such a positive place we went there second time before we headed home. I recommend the 1849 and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. If you have a chance, chat with Michael, Krysta, Kevin and Jill! Love this place and will be back next time we're in Waco. read more

We came here to try the beers . There was 3 of us and we all got a a flight of beers . The bartender was amazing and was very knowledgeable about all the beers . Man oh man were some of them good !! We like the darker beers the most . I wish I had gotten her name , but I forgot . We were there on a Saturday around 2:00. You can even bring your dogs inside of you want. They also serve food . We didn't have any , but it sure smelled good . We recommend for sure . read more

Bare Arms Brewing - This is their flights of beer. Mad squirrel was amazing and also the rye beer . - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

Beers all were on point. Food was as topshelf as the brews. Crowler can machine needs some love as our takeaway beverages leaked and went flat overnight. read more

Great beer and friendly servers, love going to this watering hole in Waco. Will definitely recommend others to visit, you won't be disappointed. read more

The only craft brewery in Waco. Not bad, not great. Lux Lager - tasted like dirty water Bluecat Blonde - just ok Nebulous Berliner - yuck, flat, tastes like a cider 1849 Vienna lager - pretty good Turbulence - smells like sweat, big turn off when trying to drink Coffee stout - rich, bitter after taste Kolsch - super light. Tastes like the Lux April Bomb Hef - wheaty, bitter Bartender was very nice & super funny. Super chill guy. Laid back atmosphere. If you're in the area and are thirsty, stop. If not very thirsty, keep driving to Dallas/Ft Worth where there are MUCH better craft beers. read more

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Very enjoyable place to try local craft beers. The bar staff was very friendly and engaging.

Amazing tasting craft beer. Great selections of dark stouts. I think my husband and I tried them all! After 4 pm they serve BBQ too! We had the brisket sandwich and chicken tacos. Very tasty! Highly recommend! The owner was very friendly and so was all the staff. Very welcoming for out of towners! Some times that is hard to find in a big town. read more

Bare Arms brewery is hands down the best brewery in Central Texas. They've got fantastic food, knowledgeable staff, great events and it's a very nice place to relax and enjoy a beer. Also Bare Arms has been around longer than the other breweries in Waco, so make sure to stop in and enjoy a cold one. see you there... read more

Great place for craft beer. Java joule is what to get. It's a place where every body knows your name.

Visited Bare Arms while waiting on our table at Magnolia. Service was quick. The bartenders were very friendly and cool. Chatted with them for a bit. I'm not a huge beer drinker, but the flights were generously poured. Beers were ok. I preferred the two amber color ones that most. The dark beer was too dark for me. I ordered a glass of wine and it was ok, but loved that it was local. read more

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Read great things. Got there before 3:30 today (Thursday). About 5 people in the place. Sat at a table for more then 5 minutes .. no acknowledgement.. so walked up to bar and stood for 5 minutes .. no acknowledgment.. went back to table and waited more. Eventually left after nearly 20 minutes of being ignored. Guess If your not a local they don't give a crap about you. Too bad I was really looking forward to trying the beers. Off to try another local brewery! read more

We love to go beer tasting so decided to try this Waco brewery on our drive from Dallas back to Austin. The outside is very nondescript and almost looks like a closed business. But don't turn back and go on inside! Very roomy, lots of tables and great game selection. The beers that we had were very good. Being a fan of sours, I had the Nebulous Tart and it was the perfect amount of tartness for a full pint (and only $5 a pint!). Husband enjoyed the Turbulence IPA which he described as a "malty IPA". The bartender was very friendly and personable. read more

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Waco native, exiled to West Virginia finds micro brewery on visit Home and falls in love. Great stout and excellent service. Need expanded food menu. And closes at 8 pm. But worth a visit. read more

Cool local place in Waco, good selection of local craft beers and the food was really good. The bartender was nice to explain how the beers differed and how our tastes would align with them. Very friendly place, would recommend read more

We stopped in here for a quick bite and a brew en route to Austin. The beers were delicious and the staff was super friendly and engaging. We were even allowed to bring our dog in with us to lay down at our feet under the bar, which was nice because we'd been on a long road trip and so it was nice to be able to include him. We had to eat elsewhere because the smoker was just getting up to temp when we got there and there was minimal food available, but we didn't mind. The inside is really cozy and we had a wonderful time. It was a great pit stop and we would absolutely stop here again if in the area. read more

I'm going to give this review as much attention as the dude serving us gave us. Had a flight of six beers. All below average. One good note: this place is within walking distance of Magnolia Table, who texts when your table is ready. While you are waiting for an hour or two go have a beer. read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

Hidden little gem in the middle of nowhere lol. It used to be a garage. It's located in a plaza next to a liquor / smoke shop or something. Sketchy parking lot. Sketchy location. They brew the beers in the old garage portion. Workers were cool and friendly. Beer was good and cheap. They have games to play. We ended up staying for awhile and playing cards against humanity with the workers and a couple other patrons. My wife loved the chocolate coffee beer. read more

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Great beer, amazing food and even better people. A must stop location if your in Waco.

Very friendly staff!! Really liked the selection of beer!! Small but diverse!! Highly Recommended!!

Great service, great beer, and a cool selection of board games. Will definitely be back if we travel through Waco again.

Mediocre beers. No masks on staff. Open popcorn bin people stick their hands down into. One time visit.

Great brewery! I love the "turbulence", probably the best smelling beer I've ever had. All the beer is brewed on site and the staff is very friendly. The last time I was here I had the beer aged in the Balcone's whiskey barrel. It was really really good! Balcone's is a local whiskey company and I always love when an establishment mixes in local products/businesses. read more

Bare Arms Brewing - This is the brew aged in a whiskey barrel...I am forgetting the name but I definitely recommend this. - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Road trippin' 35 south and used the yelp app to find a brewery convenient for a little pit stahhhp. Wasn't driving so chill Bare Arms hit the spot! Highlight was certainly the wonderful staff & friendly locals. Had the flight of 6 flagship beers and really enjoyed tasting my way through their offerings & chatting with bartenders and new friends. Beer was solid, with my fav being their stout. I didn't eat but noticed pizza menus on the bar, not sure if they cook on site or if it's delivered. I overheard the staff on the phone ok'ing a perspective patron to bring food in. Solid beers, great vibe & staff, and a good time. If you like beer you'll like a visit to Bare Arms Brewing! Drink local! read more

Bare Arms Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Waco, Texas

Excellent local watering hole with friendly staff. Limited beer selection is my only complaint, but they serve only their stock so I understand why. However, I wish they served their beer and also beers from other local brewers. I appreciate the board game selection provided! read more

This place is a really cool, low key brewery. In a strange location unlike your typical brewery, but not terrible. It's rather large inside, but never packed so it seems empty. Overall, it's very relaxing and a place to go chill with friends and talk without the loud bar scene happening. The bartenders are so nice and very helpful when you're trying to decide the beer you want. They have a sampler where you can choose six beers, so you can satisfy any craving you're feeling! My favorite was the blue cat. It's a light beer and has a great crisp, pungent taste. You can try any beer before you commit!! Woohoo. I also tried their root beer flavor, though it was nonalcoholic. It'd be really cool if they added alcohol to it.. ;) We spent over a certain amount, so we got a free six pack. That was an awesome incentive! I'll definitely be returning. read more