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    Ghost Town Brewing - Laurel

    4.5 (206 reviews)
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    Open 1:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Empanadas
    Esther F.

    We have been here a few times and every time has been a hit. The beer is delicious. And there is a pretty decent $3 beer on draft. The menu rotates maybe every few months, I'm not sure the frequency. One time I came and had some health issues where I had to eat a salad and so I ordered the salad and I was so sad about it. And it was seriously one of the most delicious salads I have ever tasted. My 8 year old daughter ordered empanadas and it was so good. The fries are also delicious every time. The last time we went, we had ghost pepper chicken wings. The person taking our order warned us it was super spicy and he struck me as the type who could handle spice. It was so spicy, sweat and tears and sinus clearance, which is the kind of spice I chase. It was wonderful. The seating area is completely outdoors and there is live music sometimes. Very dog and kid friendly and there's ample seating every time we have come even when it's busy. All the food hits every time, as well as the beer and the service. Highly recommend.

    Stephanie A.

    Such a chill place to hang out with family and friend or even just to enjoy a meal on your own. I'd heard this place has a great selection of food and drinks (especially the beer), and that's absolutely true. We ordered the chicken wings, kale Caesar salad, and Philly steak sandwich. Everything was delicious, with generous portions that were easy to share. You can also buy beers to go, which is a nice bonus. Service was efficient: you order at the counter, and they bring the food to your table. We'll definitely be coming back!

    seating area
    Vivian L.

    Super crowded on a Saturday late afternoon and hard to find seating. Granted it's a Saturday in October, spooky season. Giant selection of IPAs!! Family friendly establishment. Didn't try the food but will next time!

    All looks YUMMY!
    Janice C.

    This part of town definitely doesn't feel like a ghost town because of this brewery: the large outdoor space, easy street parking, diverse beer selection and solid pub fare draws the neighborhood in. We were at nearby Chabot space center wondering where the hell are we going to have lunch with all these kids? A quick search turned up Ghost Town brewing and friends were like , is that in the safe part of town? :p (forgive them, they were out of towners!) We were all honestly blown away by the beer selection. The guys love their IPAs and the ladies had white wine. I have honestly never been very much of a beer person, so yes, I am that wine drinker that goes to breweries. (I tried!!) I give kudos to the staff for keeping the line going and making the ordering process pretty seamless. You order with the beer-tender and your food gets delivered to you. The food was pretty solid. From the wonderfully crispy fries, huge, chewy, pretzel, delicious fish and chips and cheese quesadilla. However, I did find my fish tacos lacking in flavor. So load up on the hot sauce they offer. The sleeper hit was the shrimp burger. OMG. I see what you did there! Very fresh, seasoned right and filling too. I don't go to Oakland much, but when I do, will be sure to be back here. Really love the kid friendly outdoor space and they are also dog friendly. Those two pretty much entertain each other so the adults get to relax a little bit, which is a big plus in my book.

    Cod croquettes, Rust & Ruin Brown Ale and Geisterfaust Pilsner.
    Michael G.

    I was there by myself on a busy Friday evening. There was a long line when I arrived but I had my beer in hand and food ordered before I expected so the staff was definitely hustling. Beer was cold and glasses were clean. I ordered the cod croquettes and the cheesesteak. The croquettes had a surprising kick and the cheesesteak was exactly what I was craving after I finished my second beer. Heaters got turned on by staff just as it was starting to get cold. I didn't take any beers to go, but they had a great selection available. Will definitely be back soon.

    Buratta heirloom tomato and crostini plate "tomato salad"
    Richard J.

    What a hidden gem! I know I'm late but the kitchen has something special here. I highly recommend everything we had including fish and chips, burrata tomato salad, and the wings. We got dry rub and original hot. Side of ghost pepper sauce was insane, please only order this if you have a serious spice tolerance!

    Cider
    Veronica P.

    Giving this place 3 stars for their sour options--which, honestly, I can't say much about. I was drawn in by the Yelp photos that made it look like a chill spot to vibe with a beer, but... no. After sampling their only sour, the "Taste of Fear," I can confirm it lived up to its name--it literally scared me away, lol. The flavor was more bitter than sour, and my face must have said it all because the server recommended their cider instead. I went with that, and while it was better, it still wasn't amazing. On the bright side, they've got heaters by the tables, which was a lifesaver because it was getting chilly. The food looked pretty appetizing, too. Not my best beer-tasting experience. Unless they rotate this sour out, I don't think I'd go out of my way to come back here.

    Jami W.

    Stopped in here while visiting our friends who are regulars here on a warm Saturday afternoon. Sitting in the shade was great. We all enjoyed a beer - I loved my sour. The food looked AMAZING and appeared to be coming out quickly. The murals and decor were great!

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    Dee C.

    super nice patio dining. the food is good (bar food) with brisk service. we had fish tacos. slaw was good. bowl of fries. easy parking and nice wait staff. dog friendly

    Christina J.

    Great spot Our friend told us about this place We liked these _"another Lager": NA(non alcoholic) _cider(apple)

    Empanadas & fish tacos - both scrumptious!
    Jasmine C.

    Such a chill spot with a great selection of beer and outdoor seating for pups, kids, and family. We got the chicken strips for the kiddos, which they loved - high quality chicken breaded and fried to perfection. The fish tacos were so crunchy and juicy. The empanada (beef & potato) were so flavorful with the flakiest crust. The order came out super fast! Can't wait to try other goodies next time around.

    Pretzel

    We met our friends on Saturday night. The place wasn't very busy, and there were a couple of dogs there since it's a dog-friendly bar. The area was heated, so we felt comfortable. They have a good variety of IPAs and light beers, and the prices are reasonable. The food selection is pretty good too. We had a pretzel, a shrimp burger, chicken wings, and fried fish tacos, and we ordered pilsners to drink. We'll definitely come back!

    Twisted Sister
    Kim S.

    Plenty of outdoor space in the shade. We had the Twisted Sister pretzel with the beer cheese. Ate it all. Loads of choices for the beer. We had three IPAs and they were all tasty. Good crowd on an early Friday afternoon. Service was quick and efficient!

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    Love this spot! So many good options! Can't wait for you guys to bring back the buffalo sweet potato's! Yum. Great beer as well.

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    Nice brewery spot especially on sunny days! Great food! Excellent beer. It's convenient to get the cans to go. Parking is iffy.

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    Ask the Community - Ghost Town Brewing - Laurel

    I don't see a menu on your site, in either location. I'm sure my friend would like to know what options there are before we get there?

    See the menu in the Yelp photos.

    Do you serve any kind of sweets/desserts?

    We serve Edith's Pies

    Is there a good hard cider selection here?

    We usually have one on tap. So not much of a selection but we try to pick a good one.

    Can you bring outside food?

    Our Laurel location has a on site kitchen, outside food is not allowed.

    Are there large screen televisions to watch sports?

    Yes, there is a large screen in back that usually has a sporting event of interest on.

    How late is the kitchen open?

    Usually closes a hour before posted hours. Cheers

    Do they still have the kids play area that 4505 had set up?

    Hi Ari, Its no longer there.

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    Review Highlights - Ghost Town Brewing - Laurel

    Always great beers and awesome food too I tend to drink lighter beers but the IPAs keep me coming back.

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