Amazing! Everything is delicious here! Was my go to when I was here on a business trip. I felt very comfortable coming here on my own sitting at the bar and getting dinner and a pint of cold crisp ale. read more

Take pics of your receipt. Server added to the tip. Our server was terrible. Had to ask someone to even come to our table. She didn't seem to know the menu, was short, and was in a rush to move on. Didn't come to the table for any refills. Maybe she was having a bad day. It happens. We tipped accordingly. I took a picture of my receipt since it was a business lunch. I later found the server had added $5 to her tip, according to the credit card report. When I called to get it reversed, the manager tried to defend her and explain math that didn't work as an accident and then that the receipt she could see looked like there were more digits on my tip, which would have been $10 extra and not five. Eventually she reversed just the tip to zero. Cannot recommend this restaurant anymore based on server behavior and management response. read more

You can usually count on solid sandwiches & burgers at Dogfish. I loved my chicken sandwich because it was blackened- just enough to give nice flavor without overpowering the whole thing. Husband's cheesesteak looked very good & he wolfed it down so good sign it was delicious. The ambience is chill & staff is always cheerful. The bar area is fabulous! Very inviting place to enjoy a nice craft beer! read more

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If a neighborhood pub is the vibe you're going for, then this place hits the spot. We had the Thai chicken lettuce wraps, grouper sandwich and farm fresh burger. Food comes out quickly and server was pleasant, only complaint would be that the burger was undercooked for how we ordered it (ordered mid-well, received mid-rare) but it wasn't a night ruiner. Overall pleasant meal. read more

Came later in the evening, so the Friday crowd had thinned out. The wings I ordered were nice and meeting. The sauce wasn't all that flavorful but I put their wings above other places in terms of portions. Had a beer with it which I enjoyed. It was kinda cold as we were seated by the window. But it was a ok visit. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Thai chicken wings - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

We drive 30+ minutes JUST to see Steve and get his amazing service. Everything he recommends is great, but what keeps us coming back is his wonderful personality, and how he takes care of us. He's the type of person you want to have and interact with in a restaurant. He doesn't pressure you to build the bill up either. I hope he never leaves (selfishly, lol). read more

See my pictures!!! We were there for a birthday celebration. The wife called ahead so the tables were ready. The food was great! Our server was Spencer and she was great!! We didn't need to look for her when we needed something. She was patient when my cousin ordered the wrong drink. (It was funny) I remembered to take pictures!. Everything we had was yummy. (See Pics) Now the downside: they really need to upgrade to floors. I remember when another restaurant was in the space. The food offsets the need for some upgrades but not by much. There is clutter where, in my opinion, it should not be. Whoever is in charge needs to fallback and let someone step in to declutter. Doing this will help with the esthetic. The way people were pouring in, take one project at a time, and it could be affordable. My suggestion, replace the flooring upstairs. I don't know if it flooded in the past or if the place gets terribly humid before you open. But the floors felt like they had gotten wet once upon a time. We know a guy if you need a recommendation. Before anyone misreads: the temperature was perfect when we arrived. The upstairs bathroom is unisex and only for one. The area outside of the bathroom has clutter. The restroom is tight again because there is a cabinet or something in front of the toilet. Again, a basic declutter of the space will add to the esthetic. The staff are all absolutely wonderful and appear to love the job. I bet they would love the space better if it were decluttered. My star rating is mainly because of the food and service. They have a good Beer selection as well as mocktails. Give them a try! We will be back!! read more

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I went here to grab a quick bite for me and my child. I got the fish and chips for one child and for myself I got the chicken strip. I'm sorry the fish taste like chicken. They must use the chicken seasoning for the fish. Didn't even taste like fish and the chicken, which is OK but it just didn't have any taste. Was definitely happy that it did come with some dipper. I definitely will not go to this place anymore. They didn't even give me any napkins or pork or anything like that so no you only get one chance with me. read more

What can I say this place is awesome and always has been we went for lunch and wasn't disappointed our service was top notch and was always checking on us with quick refills. The food was nice and hot just how you want it with not a single complaint. Alehouse has a nice selection of music playing pretty much throwback songs with just a really nice atmosphere. Definitely will be back. read more

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I went for crab cakes but learned they were not Maryland style. Ordered seafood trio. Breading was very heavy. Grouper was not as sweet as I am used to. Overall experience was fair. I'll be looking elsewhere for future meals. read more

If I am going to travel from out of state to visit a brewery, I'd like to sample new beers not offered in my home state. Unfortunately, there was not a single new offering on the entire draft list that I could not get in Pittsburgh. And when I selected items off their Untappd menu, I got some passive aggressive vibes of annoyance from bartender for picking things they were out of. When that happens, it is usually 1 of 2 scenarios...they are lazy with keeping their untappd menu app updated (which is a service they pay for) or it is a money grab to reel you in because the heavy hitter high end beers are advertised to get you in the door. Will not be back read more

I ordered a to-go order from this restaurant so I can't speak on the service. However, the food was made in a timely fashion and it traveled really well. I got the Mac and cheese with steak and it did not disappoint! My family has ordered other food from here before and always enjoyed it as well. I'll have to dine in sometime soon! read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Mac & Cheese with steak - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Just a shout out to this place that always has consistent food and good service. I bring a group here monthly and they handle our large group very well. My go-tos are grilled chicken salad, buffalo chicken sandwich, and their burger of the week. Fries are great, always hot and crispy. Their rotating specials are pretty good too, definitely try it. read more

Solid burger that came with a large helping of fries. As expected, the beer selection was great quality but not so much in terms of range. That said, they had some really interesting and fruity IPAs. Our server was super attentive and seemed enthusiastic about his recommendations. read more

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So I took a client and his staff here for lunch we had roughly 10 people with a reservation. It took a while too long to get beverages. It was a business lunch and you only have so much time. The waitress got everyone's order and the food came fairly quickly. But, my main guests food was missing and he had to wait an extra 10 minutes for a club sandwich. I had wings and fries that were pretty tasty and the fries came hot. They gave me blue cheese when I asked for ranch. So it took about 10 minutes to get ranch and ketchup to the table. Also I had to ask 2 times to get a refill for my iced tea. My only other part is we were seated upstairs and while the table was clean the place seems dingy. I don't know if it was dirty or is just in dire need of a facelift. End of day it was okay ... but just okay in front of a client that I was trying to please . read more

This was one of my favorite restaurants but no more. The hostess had her back to stand while we waiting some minutes for her to turn around and acknowledge us. When the waiter came with our waters I mentioned we needed "setups" as there was nothing on the table. He replied in a snappy tone "one thing at a time, it's a process"! I ordered a salmon sandwich and my friend a salmon salad. The salmon was good on both but the fries were cold and soggy. Even the usual nice vibes in the place were gone. So sad to see it go downhill this way. read more

Had lunch here with a friend after not being in for awhile. We were seated in the downstairs dining area, on the opposite side of the building from the bar. Great pub atmosphere on a cold and blustery day - enjoyed the pretzel with beer cheese appetizer and their chicory stout paired perfectly. The waitstaff was attentive and worked to make sure that we were happy with our experience and that we had everything we needed. read more

We have been going here over the years. At times, this place could be a little loud. In general, the service is good. Food is good. They have burger of the week, special menu and a regular menu. The ceasar dressing is amazing- very garlicky! Thai lettuce wrap- delicious. Shrooms & Wild Rice Soup hit the spot. Nachos were nice and simple. Overall, this is a solid place for dinner. read more

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The salad was huge. It had lots of chicken breast lots of bacon bits, lots of lettuce. The only thing that I wish they would change is instead of giving you four shrimps they should at least give you six. read more

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Tuesday 2/25/25 I've seen this spot nearly all of my life while living in Moco, and I believe I visited this spot with my family when I was way younger, but I have no memory of my experience. I made a call in order for pickup and the service was nice and easy. I spent $70 on my order and got the BOTW: Dani's birria burger $18, bread pudding $9, steak bomb sandwich $17, and the ale Mac n cheese with smoked brisket $22. - The concept of Dani's birria burger is cool but the execution was not very well done. The burger was okay, but the birria was dry and flavorless. A specific sauce for the burger would really enhance the experience. - As a bread pudding fan, I was really looking forward to their bread pudding, and I'm glad I got it. It's different from my usual bread puddings as it's chocolate chip bread pudding, but still decent. Also, I'd recommend getting it in the restaurant rather than takeout (the portion is bigger and it looks better). - The steak bomb sandwich was either 1 or 2 when it came to my favorites. The Sandwich is flavorful and tasty. A lot of that is attributed to the creamy & spicy sauce that's featured in it. My only downside is the unsatisfying portion I got, as it was smaller than expected. - The ale Mac n cheese with smoked brisket left me with very mixed feelings. The Mac n cheese on its own is good, but the brisket on the other hand is a joke. The brisket is weak, dry, and has no flavor. Luckily, I had some BBQ sauce at home to significantly boost the experience, but yeah, this combo was not it. - The French fries were pretty weak, and at best, they're average. While my experience wasn't what I had hoped for, I'd still be open to possibly coming back in the future to try more of their popular items like the crab dip, jambalaya, fish & chips, ribs, etc. read more

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Came here for a quick beer, this is a local spot in the area but I must say I was really impressed with their crab soup. Very very flavorful. I have no complaints about this place, i can definitely see myself coming back soon read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Happy hour menu - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Clean atmosphere and nice ambiance. Off to a fabulous start with our waiter Steve! Super attentive and delightful personality. Lots of suggestions early without being pushy. Our party of 4 was ready to eat. We got the Chicken Pot Pie Special. It was deconstructed and excellent! We licked the plate clean. Light garlicky aftertaste was the bomb! The Rustic Burger with blue cheese was indeed perfectly cooked and the Salmon were delicious as well! I will be returning! Thanks for the recommendations, Steve! read more

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This is by far my favorite bar to go to in the area. Tim, Patrick, and Jen are all awesome bartenders and are always super attentive and friendly. They have a late night happy hour that has these really good sliders and fried pickles! The tuna entree is always cooked perfectly and is one of my favorites. The regulars that come in are always super friendly and we always end up having great conversations. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse is a community treasure. No matter when I go, or what I order, it is delicious. The service is excellent. The staff gives you plenty of time to decide on your order and great recommendations, when you ask for them. I love the warmth, dark woods, and Cheers Bar vibes that I get when I enter. They have a large bar area and high top and low tables, for seating. I ordered the fish and chips. It was epic! Perfectly fried french fries. I savored each morsel. Then, the fish was impeccably fried and the breading was scrumptious! I also had enough leftover to eat the next day. My son, ordered the blackened chicken sandwich. He really enjoyed his too. There were no leftovers on his plate. They have the best selection of beer and many are seasonal variations. I had a glass of wine. It was a generous pour,light and refreshing. We had a lovely time and delicious lunch. read more

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Today I returned to Dogfish Head for the first time in awhile, very much looking forward to the Beyond Burger that "is still available, and always will be" according to the business manager's reply below. Unfortunately the server told me that Dogfish Head no longer offers the Beyond Burger. Fooled again! read more

It's been awhile since I've been to Dogfish Head Alehouse, but their food/drinks and service were just as good as I remembered it to be. I definitely need to add this one to my regular rotation. What we enjoyed on our most recent visit: -Cajun eggrolls were packed with blackened chicken, andouille sausage, cheese, peppers, and onions. Dipped in the Cajun sauce, delicious! -Jambalaya (with penne instead of rice) came with a generous amount of shrimp, andouille sausage, and chicken. I enjoyed the Creole sauce this dish was tossed. -Dogfish trio is a must of seafood lovers. This dish comes with ale battered cod, grouper, and shrimp. Accompanied by fries and slaw, you won't be disappointed. -Kid's chicken tenders with fries always a hit with the little one. -Moscow mule: refreshing read more

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Just sat at the bar, was there all of 5 mins after previous customer had just left. Female bartender never said hello or anything, kinda shrugged that I move my arms so she could clean the bar and then literally tossed menus onto the bar with a "splat" and walked away with testing bitch face. Not anywhere close to a greeting I was expecting. I actually brought some snacks with me to share with them. I come by about once a month so they've all seen me before. Sorry you had a bad day- but out the door I went my snacks with me. I'll take my business elsewhere. Good food, great beer. Big whoop- don't be a dick. read more

Good food and great service! We visited in a busy Saturday evening, despite the craziness, we had a delightful dinner. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Fish tacos and homemade chips - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Awesome food. Awesome service. Our server even prebussed. Would definitely come back here again. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Awesome starters - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Another early dinner stop in parking lot around the building I walked in and sat at my own high top table Food and service was good there is also outside seating read more

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We had a late lunch today and the food was delicious. We started with a soft pretzel and the queso was amazing. I had a Buffalo chicken sandwich and it will now be my go to. The chicken breast was cooked perfectly and I had the hot sauce on the side which worked out well to not make the sandwich soggy. Half fries half onion rings and those are some of the best rings we have had. Esmeralda was delightful. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Soft Pretzel with queso - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

We came with a large sports group and they were exceptionally accommodating at the last minute. The food was phenomenal. I had the crab cakes and I'll be dreaming of them until I can visit the area again. read more

The ritual has repeated itself now for five years: two men meeting at a temple of ale, Dogfish Head Alehouse, where the 120 Minute IPA is less a beverage than an altar flame. It arrives strong and unyielding, a drink that does not merely pass the tongue but leaves behind the certainty of its existence, like the knowledge of one's own mortality. Each year the menu shifts slightly, but this year brought a revelation--the return of pork fried rice. At first, it seemed an oddity in this hall of beer and dip, a dish out of place. Yet it carried the unmistakable weight of permanence, as if it had been waiting all along, hidden in the folds of the menu's history, only to reemerge when needed. The crab dip, too, played its role, creamy and marine, but the rice became the evening's center of gravity. The server was kind, the evening seamless, and in these small gestures of courtesy the world briefly abandons its chaos. The pint glasses emptied, the bill tallied, and still, the night carried with it the gentle promise that we will return, that this rite will be kept alive another year. read more

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I've reviewed this before, on the only bad day I've ever had at Dogfish Head Alehouse...but I've been back MANY times since then, and never had another bad experience. My nephew always gets the Steak Bomb...he thinks it's the best Steak sandwich anywhere! Last night I took my brother...as a thank you for fixing my air conditioning. We both got their really amazing Wood Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Shrimp and Avocado salad. It was just delicious! It also has Bleu cheese crumbles on it, so I paired it with the Greek salad dressing and it was amazing! (I said that already, didn't I?) Also, the chicken and shrimp on the salad were hot, and that just enhanced the flavors. Our waitress was also amazing! My brother asked for extra, extra, extra lemon with his iced tea. She brought him a glass of iced tea with SIX lemon wedges in a flower design on top! I asked for water with extra ice (only one extra) and she brought me, in her words, " A glass of ice with water"...perfect for me. Her name is Kat, and we will ask for her again, for sure! If you haven't been to Digfish Head Alehouse, I suggest you go! read more

The food and service were excellent. I had the rack of Memphis Ribs. TENDER. Fall of the bone. The wife had the pulled pork sandwich and the kids had burgers. All were great. Oh, try the Bavarian Pretzel with Queso. read more

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First it's important to mention that a burger is $17.00 with fries. So at least moderately expensive? The food is very good. The cream of crab soup was lovely. The cheese steak and fries were a lot after the soup so I only ate half. Tasty. We split the Oreo bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. Very good and I usually don't go for bread puddings. We were there at lunch time on a Friday and it was not very busy. As we left around 3:00 business was definitely picking up. Our server was Alexa and she did a great job. There were such good choices on the menu it was hard to decide what to order. I'd go back just to try out some more options like Mac and cheese with pulled pork. Fish and chips, or fish tacos to name just a few. Ambiance is smokehouse. Lots of wood. I liked it. This place has a smoker outside. Fresh smoked meat! Did I mention a good selection of beer? I mean it has Alehouse in its name. I didn't partake, this time. Try this place. Enjoy. read more

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I'll never understand and always appreciate the local taverns, bars and restaurants they never seem to close but are not good restaurants for real. This place is like Yard House's not so successful step cousin. But if steak and cheese egg rolls are your jam (they are kinda mine) then go for it. The service is cool. read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Steak Bomb Sandwich, house salad, beer - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

I've been coming here so much, especially since my office is just a few buildings away. If you want that perfect craft beer that Dogfish brews and crafts, and great American food, look no further! Adam, Tim, and Julia have been serving me, my friends, colleagues, beers and food for years here. Best bartenders and very friendly too! I really enjoy their low-carb beer, Slighty Mighty, and their best brew, 60 minute IPA. So many good apps to get from their perfectly fried chicken wings (ask them to make it crispy), huge pretzel with cheese sauce, and reuben egg rolls. I miss their canary pizza with crab meat, and the pizza size is large for one person and good dish to share. They also have a kids menu too! Their salads are huge and very filling, especially their chicken, shrimp salad and steak salad. Check out their specials as sometimes they have their awesome seafood stew (must get). Can't go wrong with their crab cakes (its back!!), burgers, and fall of the bone ribs (I also sub out their fries (really tasty) for veggies). Good times at DFH! read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - They finally have crab cakes!! $19 for one $29 for two - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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We've been coming to DFH since it opened and have rarely been disappointed! Last night I held a meet & great for my travel business and we had 15 people attend. Tiffany was great in making a reservation for our group upstairs! The food & drink was great as usual, and best of all was the amazing service by Natalie! We will be back! read more

Dogfish Head Alehouse - Bars Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Got the Buffalo chicken sandwich and it was alright. A bit much on the sour Buffalo sauce, but the fry bread was good. Apps were all good as well. Service can get a bit slow with much bigger tables, like what we had with our monthly bmw meetup. I wish they would give us 2 servers to assist. It can be a bit much for just one. read more

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