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Loved this brewery in DC during a visit at end of May 2022. It is located on the very busy Bladensburg Road but the entrance is around back. The outdoor seating is comfortable and we loved the games available - especially the homemade Jenga. The brewery's reputation of having high-quality beer is well deserved. I enjoyed a flight of the darker styles and my favorite was by far the Legislator, a Bock - Doppelbock that had lots of deep flavor.
It wouldn't be a trip for us if we didn't get in at least one brewery. On our way up to Baltimore we stopped at the DC Brau brewery that Ben was told to check out. Most were not located close to our hotel so when we had a car for the day, that is when you had to get it in. The brewery is located within the strip mall and is located in the back. You pull in and the buildings have a small separation that allows for vehicles to drive back so could be missed if not looking for the Brewery signage out front. It kinda made me laugh that when walking up to the door the beer vacs are fenced in with barbed wire. Can't say that I have seen that before in my travels but then again, not knowing the area, it may be needed. Made for a good laugh though. Inside the staff was willing to answer any questions and offered samples of their beers. I always love that as when we are out of town visiting a new brewery, being stuck with an option that you may not end up liking is the worst. It's not as simple as trying something else the next time you're there. They do have an outside seating area but the day we visited it was raining so we sat inside while looking around the place at their artwork. They also have to go beers which Ben got a 12 pack. I like that they have different amounts for purpose and even variety packs. Ben got the 12 pack of 4 different IPAs to bring back to FL with us and they also had a 12 pack of their core beers.
Very cool spot- it's in the backside of the storefront businesses, and parking is kinda a mess. I got the grapefruit slush, and it immediately made me feel something (it's strong!). We sat inside and it got really warm, so we went outside and it was much cooler. I had been wanting to check it out for months from following their Instagram, and it was pretty cool. I should also say we went during the ASANA Awards Ceremony, so they shut the whole place down for us. The staff was very gracious and generous to us.
A popular brewery. DC Brau has products all over bars around here. It also has a taproom. Call ahead to make sure they're open. The hours can get weird. Get their beer pretty much anywhere. If you're in a bar they have it. The taproom is good for trying some of the less popular stuff. It's $5 for a pint. There's lots of variety. Get something hoppy. They also have some ones that are smoother. Basically anything is pretty good. Downright Pilsner is easy and light. Also you can get a tour of the brewery. The place is pretty interesting and is in a strange location so you have to know where to look for it. It has some great beers. Lately it's been closed. They're slowly getting to having it fully opened.
DC Brau has been on our list for some time after having (and loving) the Penn Quarter Porter at District Pi and then getting a six pack or two of the same and the Public pale ale from our local Wegmans. My wife and I shared a beer flight of mostly IPAs. Our favorite was the Turbo Boost, a fruit-forward hazy IPA. We both bought full pints after the brewery tour. I also liked the 1857 London Burton Ale (8.7% ABV 123 IBU). My wife thought it was a little too sweet, but I've always liked this lesser used British style of ale. It uses one malt/one hop/one yeast yet produces a complex beer from this simple formula. The ale is clean and smooth feeling in the mouth and has a citrus marmalade like taste with a little bitterness balancing the sweet. To check out what's on tap see this link https://untappd.com/v/dc-brau-brewing-co/67632 We knew going in the beer would be good. The question would be what about the tasting room experience? We were not disappointed. The service was excellent and the tour was lots of fun. While on the brewery tour you finally realize how huge this place is. 48,500 square-feet of warehouse space to be exact. Our brewery tour was led by Mike Stein, who is super knowledgeable about craft beer and a good guy. He also happens to be collaborator on the "colonial panic" porter at Pen Druid Brewing in Sperryville, VA. We had a great time and some great beer at DC Brau. This is a must stop for any craft beer fan in the DC/MD/VA area.
I came here for a beer tasting out of all the ones on their list . Unfortunately none of the beers were to my liking. Mostly bitter. Ok l liked maybe one or two. I do like to try out different breweries. The price was ok for a cup. They offer free parking. Due to the taste I'm pretty sure l won't be returning. Overall 2.5 stars.
We visited DC Brau one cold, wintry Sunday afternoon a couple of weekends ago. We'd been discussing a visit to this craft brewery for a couple of years now. Ever since we experienced their Alpha Domina Mellis III a couple of years ago. Someone left a growler of it for me as a Christmas present from Santa - and to date - no one has ever fessed up as to who got it for me! Maybe it was Santa! DC Brau is about an hour drive from us - and as there have been so many other craft breweries closer to us that had yet to be visited - DC Brau kept getting shuffled down the list. So we finally made it. We ordered two full tasting flights - and found a table in the room directly adjacent to the pouring room. DC Brau's tasting area is very industrial, has an old-school, warehouse vibe to it - and is also somewhat cold inside. I kept my winter coat on - and I noticed my friend Andrew kept his beanie on. We worked our way through the Ales - attempting to go lightest to heaviest/darkest. We started with their Pilsner, then their Belgian Ale, Pale Ale, two IPAs (On The Wings of Armageddon, or OTWOA. The other was The Corruption), and finally ending with their two porters - Penn Quarter porter - served as a standard, CO2-tap pour and a nitro pour. We also got to taste their Barleywine - which was strong and outstanding! Overall, we enjoyed our visit to DC Brau! We'll have to return next Fall in the November-December time frame - so we can experience the latest version of the Alpha Domina Mellis Ale! Staff was friendly and nice! #DCBrau
Stopped by around 1 on a Saturday bike ride and was surprised it wasn't more crowded! My husband and I ordered beers and sat on a picnic table inside the brewery side. I was pleased with the Hefeweizen I had, so many in this area just aren't very good though I really enjoyed this one! Bonus that there was a food truck right outside that we could get some grub from. We'd done the tour a while back, so we didn't participate, but if you're there when they're offering it it's pretty cool. Bottom line: I prefer DC Brau on tap instead of in a can, so this was a great place to stop on a long bike ride!
DC Brau is possibly the least fancy brewery I've visited in the past several years...and that's a compliment. This place isn't showy because it doesn't have to be - it's all about the beer. Founded in 2011, DC Brau is the first brewery in DC since prohibition, making it an elder statesman among the surge of craft breweries in the area. That said, their production continues to grow by leaps and bounds, and they recently purchased the building next to them for more tank space. The place is hard to find; it's in an industrial area behind a line of stores, and at night you have to be at least a little brave to drive down the alley-ish road between two buildings to get there. They have a sign facing Bladensburg Rd, but it's not lit up so its nearly impossible to see from the road. That said, the parking lot below was well lit. When you get your beer, the no-frills theme continues. Beers are served in plastic cups (!), and the serving 'trays' are cardboard. They literally use black markers to write down which samples you purchased on the cardboard, and set the plastic cups on top of that mark. Unfortunately their current set of beers only had a few that were my preferred style. Fortunately they change up a lot, so presumably next time I'll have better luck. What I tried: Pen Quarter Porter: Not smooth like a Guinness but a little chocolaty. Hefeweizen: Wonderfully cloudy; possibly my favorite or second favorite. Brau Pills (German Pils): Not bad. OTWOA (IPA): Not sure what the name means. But as an IPA, this is not my style. Corruption (West Coast IPA): Little better, but still...IPAs are not my thing. Public American (Pale Ale): Not bad but Pale Ales are my least favorite after IPAs. Citizen Belgium (Pale Ale): Same as above.
DC Brau is a well-known and respected brewery name. I live outside of Philly and can find their flagship beers without much effort. Unfortunately, there didn't appear to be a single brewery exclusive or semi-rare choice available during my recent visit to the actual brewery's headquarters. Just a handful of prevalent beers I've had before. I went with a 3-beer flight and chose the Public, Hefe, and Pils. None of them were anything extraordinary. Don't get me wrong, they were good! But I'd prefer tasters of more nontraditional options. Thankfully, other breweries are nearby in DC and the surrounding area that do step up to the challenge. Do visit here if you want a growler fill, are interested in a facility tour, or if you have a hankering for one of their flagships. Otherwise I'd vote to pass.
DC Brau Brewing has the largest distribution out of any DC brewery serving their beers in most DC grocery stores, restaurants, and bars. Their brewery is in NE DC in an industrial area (Major points for being next to a DC chocolate factory). Every night they have some special going on whether it's teacher's night or neighbor's night. Get a flight or a pint and place some of the games they provide like Catch Phrase in their sitting area. Note: They don't do many darker beers. If you want dark beers, go to 3 Star Brewery near Takoma.
Rocks! Taste: Good and unique! There are many kinds. i tried all of them. I'm not an IPA fan but I enjoyed mostly. Price: Average. They sell not only beer but also many t-shirts and healthy snacks. Atmosphere: Big dogs, cool beards, some small kids, cool decorations, stout doormen, funky hair color women, etc... Good for friends, families, ...everybody! BBQ food truck was there. I missed trying it. Parking: Right in front of the door means behind the building. You'll see.
7 months ago
I was expecting the event to be a little more cute as far as the Valentine's Day theme, but unfortunately that was not the case. I did like my Valentine's Day glasses that Yelp gave us There were some cool vendors at the event, but there was a particular vendor that I wasn't too thrilled about that took forever to set up for their food. I was actually interested in visiting them, but they were STILL setting up at 2:30/3pm, so I decided to go to other vendors to see what goods they offered. I bought a really cool necklace from one vendor and she and her colleague were really kind. Wouldn't mind attending something like this again, but I especially expect food vendors to have everything together. read more
9 months ago
Amazing brewery! Have had many of their beers off site and some on site way back in January 2020. Would love to go back at some point. They had Friday night specials that were a great deal. It is not near a Metro but on bus lines that are easy to reach. The location is in the back of a post office yard so a bit hard to find but once you are in the fun begins. Also, what is unique here is from the pictures from then the beer tanks are outside. read more
2 years ago
Not just a brewery, also an event space. I have been just to pick up a case of beer and to two very different events. One event was an outdoor rock concert, using the loading dock as a stage and picnic tables for seating. Family friendly. The other was DC Braulesque for Halloween - crazy fun. A very accepting space. Gender free restrooms and accessibility accommodations made. Also - I love their new NA beer, other non-alcoholic options available and often a food truck or taco vendor. read more
Loved this brewery in DC during a visit at end of May 2022. It is located on the very busy Bladensburg Road but the entrance is around back. The outdoor seating is comfortable and we loved the games available - especially the homemade Jenga. The brewery's reputation of having high-quality beer is well deserved. I enjoyed a flight of the darker styles and my favorite was by far the Legislator, a Bock - Doppelbock that had lots of deep flavor. read more
It wouldn't be a trip for us if we didn't get in at least one brewery. On our way up to Baltimore we stopped at the DC Brau brewery that Ben was told to check out. Most were not located close to our hotel so when we had a car for the day, that is when you had to get it in. The brewery is located within the strip mall and is located in the back. You pull in and the buildings have a small separation that allows for vehicles to drive back so could be missed if not looking for the Brewery signage out front. It kinda made me laugh that when walking up to the door the beer vacs are fenced in with barbed wire. Can't say that I have seen that before in my travels but then again, not knowing the area, it may be needed. Made for a good laugh though. Inside the staff was willing to answer any questions and offered samples of their beers. I always love that as when we are out of town visiting a new brewery, being stuck with an option that you may not end up liking is the worst. It's not as simple as trying something else the next time you're there. They do have an outside seating area but the day we visited it was raining so we sat inside while looking around the place at their artwork. They also have to go beers which Ben got a 12 pack. I like that they have different amounts for purpose and even variety packs. Ben got the 12 pack of 4 different IPAs to bring back to FL with us and they also had a 12 pack of their core beers. read more
4 years ago
Very cool spot- it's in the backside of the storefront businesses, and parking is kinda a mess. I got the grapefruit slush, and it immediately made me feel something (it's strong!). We sat inside and it got really warm, so we went outside and it was much cooler. I had been wanting to check it out for months from following their Instagram, and it was pretty cool. I should also say we went during the ASANA Awards Ceremony, so they shut the whole place down for us. The staff was very gracious and generous to us. read more
A popular brewery. DC Brau has products all over bars around here. It also has a taproom. Call ahead to make sure they're open. The hours can get weird. Get their beer pretty much anywhere. If you're in a bar they have it. The taproom is good for trying some of the less popular stuff. It's $5 for a pint. There's lots of variety. Get something hoppy. They also have some ones that are smoother. Basically anything is pretty good. Downright Pilsner is easy and light. Also you can get a tour of the brewery. The place is pretty interesting and is in a strange location so you have to know where to look for it. It has some great beers. Lately it's been closed. They're slowly getting to having it fully opened. read more
DC Brau has been on our list for some time after having (and loving) the Penn Quarter Porter at District Pi and then getting a six pack or two of the same and the Public pale ale from our local Wegmans. My wife and I shared a beer flight of mostly IPAs. Our favorite was the Turbo Boost, a fruit-forward hazy IPA. We both bought full pints after the brewery tour. I also liked the 1857 London Burton Ale (8.7% ABV 123 IBU). My wife thought it was a little too sweet, but I've always liked this lesser used British style of ale. It uses one malt/one hop/one yeast yet produces a complex beer from this simple formula. The ale is clean and smooth feeling in the mouth and has a citrus marmalade like taste with a little bitterness balancing the sweet. To check out what's on tap see this link https://untappd.com/v/dc-brau-brewing-co/67632 We knew going in the beer would be good. The question would be what about the tasting room experience? We were not disappointed. The service was excellent and the tour was lots of fun. While on the brewery tour you finally realize how huge this place is. 48,500 square-feet of warehouse space to be exact. Our brewery tour was led by Mike Stein, who is super knowledgeable about craft beer and a good guy. He also happens to be collaborator on the "colonial panic" porter at Pen Druid Brewing in Sperryville, VA. We had a great time and some great beer at DC Brau. This is a must stop for any craft beer fan in the DC/MD/VA area. read more
I came here for a beer tasting out of all the ones on their list . Unfortunately none of the beers were to my liking. Mostly bitter. Ok l liked maybe one or two. I do like to try out different breweries. The price was ok for a cup. They offer free parking. Due to the taste I'm pretty sure l won't be returning. Overall 2.5 stars. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
We visited DC Brau one cold, wintry Sunday afternoon a couple of weekends ago. We'd been discussing a visit to this craft brewery for a couple of years now. Ever since we experienced their Alpha Domina Mellis III a couple of years ago. Someone left a growler of it for me as a Christmas present from Santa - and to date - no one has ever fessed up as to who got it for me! Maybe it was Santa! DC Brau is about an hour drive from us - and as there have been so many other craft breweries closer to us that had yet to be visited - DC Brau kept getting shuffled down the list. So we finally made it. We ordered two full tasting flights - and found a table in the room directly adjacent to the pouring room. DC Brau's tasting area is very industrial, has an old-school, warehouse vibe to it - and is also somewhat cold inside. I kept my winter coat on - and I noticed my friend Andrew kept his beanie on. We worked our way through the Ales - attempting to go lightest to heaviest/darkest. We started with their Pilsner, then their Belgian Ale, Pale Ale, two IPAs (On The Wings of Armageddon, or OTWOA. The other was The Corruption), and finally ending with their two porters - Penn Quarter porter - served as a standard, CO2-tap pour and a nitro pour. We also got to taste their Barleywine - which was strong and outstanding! Overall, we enjoyed our visit to DC Brau! We'll have to return next Fall in the November-December time frame - so we can experience the latest version of the Alpha Domina Mellis Ale! Staff was friendly and nice! #DCBrau read more
Stopped by around 1 on a Saturday bike ride and was surprised it wasn't more crowded! My husband and I ordered beers and sat on a picnic table inside the brewery side. I was pleased with the Hefeweizen I had, so many in this area just aren't very good though I really enjoyed this one! Bonus that there was a food truck right outside that we could get some grub from. We'd done the tour a while back, so we didn't participate, but if you're there when they're offering it it's pretty cool. Bottom line: I prefer DC Brau on tap instead of in a can, so this was a great place to stop on a long bike ride! read more
10 years ago
DC Brau is possibly the least fancy brewery I've visited in the past several years...and that's a compliment. This place isn't showy because it doesn't have to be - it's all about the beer. Founded in 2011, DC Brau is the first brewery in DC since prohibition, making it an elder statesman among the surge of craft breweries in the area. That said, their production continues to grow by leaps and bounds, and they recently purchased the building next to them for more tank space. The place is hard to find; it's in an industrial area behind a line of stores, and at night you have to be at least a little brave to drive down the alley-ish road between two buildings to get there. They have a sign facing Bladensburg Rd, but it's not lit up so its nearly impossible to see from the road. That said, the parking lot below was well lit. When you get your beer, the no-frills theme continues. Beers are served in plastic cups (!), and the serving 'trays' are cardboard. They literally use black markers to write down which samples you purchased on the cardboard, and set the plastic cups on top of that mark. Unfortunately their current set of beers only had a few that were my preferred style. Fortunately they change up a lot, so presumably next time I'll have better luck. What I tried: Pen Quarter Porter: Not smooth like a Guinness but a little chocolaty. Hefeweizen: Wonderfully cloudy; possibly my favorite or second favorite. Brau Pills (German Pils): Not bad. OTWOA (IPA): Not sure what the name means. But as an IPA, this is not my style. Corruption (West Coast IPA): Little better, but still...IPAs are not my thing. Public American (Pale Ale): Not bad but Pale Ales are my least favorite after IPAs. Citizen Belgium (Pale Ale): Same as above. read more
10 years ago
DC Brau is a well-known and respected brewery name. I live outside of Philly and can find their flagship beers without much effort. Unfortunately, there didn't appear to be a single brewery exclusive or semi-rare choice available during my recent visit to the actual brewery's headquarters. Just a handful of prevalent beers I've had before. I went with a 3-beer flight and chose the Public, Hefe, and Pils. None of them were anything extraordinary. Don't get me wrong, they were good! But I'd prefer tasters of more nontraditional options. Thankfully, other breweries are nearby in DC and the surrounding area that do step up to the challenge. Do visit here if you want a growler fill, are interested in a facility tour, or if you have a hankering for one of their flagships. Otherwise I'd vote to pass. read more
DC Brau Brewing has the largest distribution out of any DC brewery serving their beers in most DC grocery stores, restaurants, and bars. Their brewery is in NE DC in an industrial area (Major points for being next to a DC chocolate factory). Every night they have some special going on whether it's teacher's night or neighbor's night. Get a flight or a pint and place some of the games they provide like Catch Phrase in their sitting area. Note: They don't do many darker beers. If you want dark beers, go to 3 Star Brewery near Takoma. read more
Rocks! Taste: Good and unique! There are many kinds. i tried all of them. I'm not an IPA fan but I enjoyed mostly. Price: Average. They sell not only beer but also many t-shirts and healthy snacks. Atmosphere: Big dogs, cool beards, some small kids, cool decorations, stout doormen, funky hair color women, etc... Good for friends, families, ...everybody! BBQ food truck was there. I missed trying it. Parking: Right in front of the door means behind the building. You'll see. read more
DC Brau is a must visit at some point if you like beer and are in the city. It is also solely responsible for my recent interest in IPAs, so thanks for that DCB! :) They have several really great brews, with my favorites right now being the SOA and the OTWOA. The tours they run every hour only last about ten minutes and allow you access to the entire place, so if that's of interest to you, I would say go for it! Just remember to wear closed toed shoes. There is ample parking behind the building and they often have a food truck out back and they have random snacks and some cool merch available for purchase, along with cans, growlers and kegs of beer. read more
I had access to a car for the weekend so I tried to brainstorm places to explore that aren't transit accessible. Northeast DC jumped to mind immediately. The only place I've gone to in that area is the Comcast Service Center (RIP) and surely the quadrant has more to offer. A tiny speck on Google Maps near the border with Maryland called out to me. DC Brau! I feel like I've known it all my life but have never stopped to think where it comes from. This would be the perfect adult field trip. DC Brau is literally invisible to muggle eyes. It's tucked behind a nondescript strip mall, marked only by tiny signage and what I thought was a service door. We were hoping to go on a brewery tour but they're only offered on Saturdays. Instead, we each got a flight of beer. The bartender (beerkeep?) was friendly, but I asked for no porters and received one. It tasted like not-salty-soy-sauce. Not a convert. Without the tour aspect, it kind of feels like you're drinking in your friend's oddly decorated garage while he watches you... so I would make every effort to go on Saturday. read more
8 years ago
We came here on Saturday around 4pm - four people total. We lucked out because it was a little crowded but a table got up and left right when we got there. Beers were tasty - got the Hefeweizen and the Pilsner. My only complaint was that it was pretty warm and tight in there. read more
Meh not worth the drive to the outskirts of DC on the Maryland border to visit this place. I enjoyed a few of their beers whenever I visit DC (The Public, Corruption), but the selection available in the taproom weren't all that great. I think I liked 2 of them, and the rest were just average. The guy working at the brewery was super cool though, and he suggested some good places for us to check out in the city to eat and drink. If you have limited time in the area, I would visit some of the other local breweries and tap rooms before this one. read more
This was a disappointing experience. We went as a group to tour the brewery and although the beer is good, the tour is underwhelming at best. Aside from the place being pretty much in the middle of nowhere, there's nothing special about visiting it. The tour is a 10 minute journey through essentially one large room from which you learn very little and for which its almost impossible to stay engaged. And there are no free samples afterwards! Sure, you can buy there beer but you can do that at stores as well, so I don't really see the appeal in visiting. read more
10 years ago
12 years ago
Great time and beer. They also have $2 sampler size glasses you can try if your unsure of your selection. Often there is a food truck outside for food. Take the tour. read more
This is just a fun place to hang out. The beer is good. Great, dive-bar atmosphere. Lots of locals. Plus they have great specials throughout the week. And now, you can go next door and grab a fried chicken sandwich at roaming rooster. Bring your friends (and your kids, seriously!) especially on Tuesday and Friday. read more
4 years ago
9 years ago
Your first impression after getting out of your Uber is - oh damn it, I'm lost. Then you saddle down the driveway and see the sign and know you've arrived. The brewery has a pretty sizable drinking area with lots of board games and a hefty snack selection for purchase. When I went I tried a flight of all 8 of their beers which was pretty good - and a good value at $12. I appreciated their pilsners. The beers start getting a little warm towards the end so I'd recommend sharing a flight with someone to finish it quickly, alas I was flying solo. It seems like a good place to hang out and catch up with friends - which is what most people appeared to be doing. read more
8 years ago
Fun place, great beer, and super nice staff! The environment is awesome and definitely worth the trip here. My favorite beers are The Public and Corruption IPA if you love a lot of hops. I am looking forward to coming back again! read more
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