I've been to a lot of NJ breweries. Some look like they were modeled after a frat house's…read morebasement. Some look like a millennial hipster fever dream. Wild Air makes me think of your Gen X punk uncle, older but still happy bucking trends and sticking it to the man. Lovely corner building seven blocks from the beach. Spacious inside with booths, tables and a long bar, plus an old VW Bus of all things. Lots of open space where they host live music from bands you've never heard of unless you're entrenched in the local music scene. Looking at their set up and their Instagram almost makes it feel like a concert venue that also happens to make beer. Speaking of: there are 14 beers on tap plus one hard seltzer. Most places will go all in on IPAs and pale ales, while this place seems to be the opposite. They only offer two IPAs (a hazy and a double) while the rest of the taplist is made up of pilsners (Italian, west coast, New Zealand, etc.) and lagers (a smoked lager, a Japanese rice lager, etc.). A red ale, a fruited sour ale and a gose with lime round out the list. It's quite an impressive taplist, and everything we tried was good. We live pretty far away and were just visiting Asbury Park for the day, but we would definitely come back if we're ever in the area again.

Had a great time here playing trivia and trying out the beer selection. They have a fine assortment…read moreof interesting lagers, pilsners, and IPAs, and even a "rauchbier" - a "smoked" beer that I expected to taste like a peaty Scotch or a mezcal, but it was sweeter and more toasty than that. The place looks plain on the outside, but the interior decor is surprisingly quirky. Service is friendly. Prices are low. Definite thumbs up.

Nice space with good beer and comfort food…read more The room is large enough for a good sized private party. The Fish and Chips were light and crispy. The service was attentive. There was no live music when we were there (not a complaint).

After a four hour drive down from Rhode Island, my partner and I pulled into Red Bank and made a…read morebeeline for Triumph Brewing Company on Bridge Avenue. Sometimes you just need a cold beer and a bite, and Triumph delivered on both fronts. The space itself sets the tone nicely. Raw wood beams, big glass garage door-style windows flooding the room with light, and a mix of modern and rustic that somehow manages to feel like both at once. Green plants are positioned throughout, around the bar and seating areas, adding just the right amount of warmth throughout. The space is generous too; a large bar anchors the room with plenty of big tables spread throughout. It could clearly handle a crowd. It's the kind of place that makes you want to settle in. The service matched the vibe. Our bartender was attentive from the start, and at one point a second bartender passing by stopped to check if we needed to place an order. When we told him we were already taken care of, he smiled and moved on. Small moment, but it says something about the culture of a place. I started with the Baltic Porter, a solid pint, dark and roasty with that smoothness the style calls for. Good, but it was the second beer that really got my attention. I noticed the bartender working a hand pump and knew right then I'd be having their Pub Ale next. That's the real deal right there; a true cask pour is a rarity, and this one showed why it's worth seeking out. The ale was alive in a way you just don't get from a CO2 tap, soft carbonation with layers of flavor that opened up as it warmed slightly in the glass. It was genuinely awesome. For food we kept it light, a couple of snacks to set ourselves up for the rest of the evening. My partner had the falafel; fresh, nicely seasoned, with real crunch and plenty of accoutrements to keep things interesting. It was exactly the kind of bite that tides you over without weighing you down. I went with a special: Weisswurst. It was juicy and flavorful; served on a nice bun with mustard and the expected trimmings. My only gripe was the portion size, could've used just a bit more sausage. The real surprise was the side of housemade chips, which were exceptional. The kind of thing you find yourself reaching for long after you've finished everything else. Unfortunately, we arrived just as a band was packing up, but according to the schedule posted on the wall, they have live music quite a few days a week. All in all Triumph was the perfect setup for our little mid-winter getaway.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Got to say they have some great beers. Love the staff and service. I really liked the set up they…read morehave. So refreshing that they have a no politics rule. I always believed Berring people together were politics divide us. If I get a day off they are open I'll be back for sure

Great beers. Small place I was the only one when I got there around 3pm on a Sunday…read more They had 7 beers which I liked so no big decisions. Had planned on trying all but 1 but they had a 3 beer limit which seemed odd since all were 5% and under ABV. Posting this review from Wild Air Breerworks where I went for my next beer. Lol. So great brewery for locals but probably not worth driving to for only 3 beers.

Love this place! Always a great time when we come. Live music, food trucks, great beerread more

A beautiful brewery with an indoor and outdoor seating area. Outdoor had fire pits and a covered…read morearea with heat lamps overhead. I really enjoyed their brews. Nice staff and they have cute merchandise.

Great spot - Great beer - Lots of seating - Good live music! What's not to love?!…read more Spacious brewery with great options. Love sitting and enjoying the live music!

These cold months try men's souls. I trod the path down cookman, desolate, dreary…read more Harken reader, tis January. Behold, a glowing light illuminates a doorway. I cross the threshold as one rescued from the elements, and lo, the bitter wind is banished behind me. Within, the air is warm, alive with the low hum of fellowship and glorious tuneage. I approach the bar, The keeper of taps, a stranger to me, introduced himself as "Mr. Appleyard." He spoke plainly and poured generously. I consume one of their ales. It warms the chest and stiffens the spine. Next, a paler brew, bright and hopeful, cuts through winter's gloom like sun on fresh snow. Thus I say unto thee: this brewery is no mere refuge, but a stronghold against winter itself. Enter weary, leave fortified. Should the winds howl again, I know well the light I shall seek.

The beer here is outstanding. I ordered a flight and every style I tried was excellent - the price…read moreof the flight was higher than the norm, but I still appreciated getting to try a variety. The price of individual beers was normal. You can bring your own food. Recommend.

RED BANK: Five Dimes Red Bank has taken over the space of a former brewery and we love that…read moreleashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside! It is a beautiful tasting room with a warm vibe, fantastic brick wall, and brew hall lighting. There are many craft beers to choose from with over 20 on tap and we love the Freising Tide Hefeweizen, Pumpkin Ale, Orange Lunatic wheat beer, and Strawberry Mango Lemonade sour. Bring your own food - there are many delicious restaurants in downtown Red Bank to order from! Pooch pretzels for the pup are available for purchase at the bar along with human snacks! A very fun and lively spot! Come to watch the game on their TVs and play shuffleboard! Bring your family and friends! They also have a location in Westwood that has an outdoor rooftop bar that is pet friendly.

My girlfriend and I visited for the first time on a Saturday night in June…read more Pros: --In a strip mall so parking is ample and easy. --Very spacious inside with lots of seating. Great for big groups. --The guy serving beers was incredibly talkative and friendly. Talked with us like we were lifelong regulars. --8 beers and 5 seltzers on tap with nice variety. The beer was good, nothing incredible, but it was good. --Flights are only $10. Definitely on the cheaper end of flight prices from our experience at many NJ breweries. Cons: --It was pretty dead for a Saturday night at 7. Only a few other people were there, and in such a big space, the emptiness kills the vibe. --Interesting choice to play men's college lacrosse and the quarterfinal of the Gold Cup instead of the Yankees on their tv's. -- I looked at their Facebook later and saw they were doing an "open playlist Saturday" for which you get to choose a song with a purchase, though this wasn't shared with us when we were there. Overall we enjoyed it and would come back.

Fabulous beers and seltzers. Bring your own food. We had fun playing darts. They'll put on any…read moresupporting event you're interested in. The music playlist is great. They'll put on any songs you ask. Poker is really fun on Sundays. Karaoke is a blast! Lots of great events.

Nice brewery with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely gets crowded on the weekends, so…read moreget there early! I liked the ambiance and the beers I tried!

This brewery in Colts Neck is definitely a spot worth checking out. It's a really great place to…read morerelax or hang out with friends. It has a slightly upscale feel while still being comfortable and welcoming. The beers are well-crafted, and you can tell there's a lot of attention to detail in both the flavors and presentation. I tried a few different options, and while most were really enjoyable, a couple didn't stand out as much as I expected. That said, there's still a strong variety, and it's a great place to explore different styles. Overall, it's a great brewery with a solid lineup and an awesome environment. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend if you're in the Colts Neck area.

We enjoyed our time at Kane. Stopped by on Black Friday with a party of four. Brought our own…read moresandwiches and tried just about all of the beers on tap. Pretty much heavy on the IPA's and imperial stouts with a few German and ales thrown it. Everything was fabulous and the staff was super friendly and engaging. I had not been since they made the new tasting room. Will be happy to return and bring friends!

Loved our visit to Kane brewing while spending a few nights down the shore! Super cool taproom with…read moremany different flavor options that you can get in the size of your choosing. I really liked each beer I tried. You self order at a counter. They don't offer flights, and I wish they did. You can get small pours, but not the same as trying a few at the same time.