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    Gilman Brewing - Pleasanton

    3.9 (33 reviews)

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    Dogs allowed

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    Pepperoni Pizza, $25
    Andrew P.

    Great spot to grab a drink and personal pizza with a buddy. The place is small inside with a long table to share seating, or you can hang out outside on their patio (I haven't seen anyone take advantage of it this time of year). The bartender there is quite friendly and knowledgeable of their goods, and sold me on trying their Detroit style pizza. The pizza was delicious with their cup pepperoni and tangy marinara sauce, but the oily and dough-forward crust from being pan baked can stop you in your tracks after a couple slices. I would go here more often but everything here is quite expensive... $16 for a cocktail, $23 for a small pizza and such can hurt your wallet, and it's especially hard when you could spend that kind of money for a larger meal on the Pleasanton strip.

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    Chris L.

    "Yay it's now open again!" I remember coming to this location about a year ago, but shortly after that it closed for a little bit for remodeling. This is one of my favorite tap rooms in the bay area. It's part of the Gilman consortium, headquartered in Berkeley. They have reimagined their business, which now includes cocktails and pizza. They make the pizza right here--it's not shipped in. They had a light Pilsner called Green-eyed Devil. Just what the doctor ordered! I had a chance to talk to the friendly GM, Jeff who explained their vision for this location. There's a beautiful outside area, as well as a pleasant inside area. Thanks to the friendly employees for making my visit a fun experience.

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    Samantha A.

    Cool spot in downtown Pleasanton! Loved the décor inside. They had an option of either drinking inside or in their outside back patio. They had games like uno and connect 4, im a big sucker for card and board games so that was definitely fun! Their beers were pretty good and they had decent prices. Will definitely come back if im in the area

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    Katie R.

    Was super excited to learn there was a Gilman in Pleasanton after enjoying the one in Berkeley so much! Tap list at this location seemed to have only about half the selection that the original location had, but still a nice variety. I enjoyed the beer I had and so did everyone else in our party. It was pretty cold out when we went so we opted to sit inside, but it looked like they had a cute little patio on the side. Definitely would come back here if I was in Pleasanton, but would opt for the Berkeley location if I wanted to get my hands on everything they have to offer!

    Alicia F.

    Whoa! This place only has 5 reviews?! HOW! I guess i was keeping one of my favorite hidden gems a secret, but the secret is out. Gilman Brewing in downtown Pleasanton is where it's at. This is a quaint little spot with delicious sours and porters. Perfect place to keep date night going, my boyfriend and I love to go after dinner if we're not quite ready to end the night. Dark, rustic interior with a large communal area in the center, beautiful chandeliers and several smaller tables on the sides. The outdoor patio is small but has character! The greenery on the walls, barrel tables, and lights make it very desirable to hang out...oh! and they have heaters. During summer/fall, they had tables out in the front and games of corn hole. The also have a bunch of board games if you're into that. Jenga is my game. Service is great, beertenders definitely know what they're talking about! I can possibly see them getting backed up on a busy day since they're taking orders and pouring at the front counter. I don't think they have any food other than chips and pot pies from East Bay Pie co. TLDR: Love this spot, vibes are chill, and prices are unbeatable! I need to catch their Wednesday comedy night!

    Berkeley Pilsner and 10 Minutes Late
    Michelle B.

    It's open again! Come by and enjoy the greatest craft beers in The Bay. Bring your dog, grandma, and/or frog on a bicycle. All are welcome!

    Kevin C.

    OK, This place just opened in downtown P-Town, but I'm already a fan! Came in for a few beers to go with a pizza we just bought at NYC Pizza next door. Asked the GM/Bartender to use one of the tables and he obliged us. Cool dude. It takes nerves of steel to open a bar during a pandemic, but the proven model they've honed at the flagship Berkeley location is awesome. The excellent, and I mean excellent brews really help as well. The GM/bartender was super pleasant to talk to and very knowledgeable about the business and the brews. The décor is really cool with corrugated tin wainscoting, exposed beam ceiling. An awesome new hangout in P-Town!!!

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    Emma W.

    Wahoo - one of my favorite Berkeley breweries has made its way to the Tri-Valley! While I don't spend much time over here, I am just really excited for the locals to have this brewery expand to this neck of the Bay. I read a few reviews noting their "growing pains", but honestly I didn't really see anything that needed to be ironed out. It was a really smooth visit and they have a beautiful space with a gorgeous little plant-infused courtyard area (and some covered seating on the sidewalk). Customer service was friendly and I saw all the usual and delicious beers I'm accustomed to at their Berkeley tap house. I'm into anything fruity, which is what Gilman really excels at. On this recent visit, I got their cucumber beer and it was delicious. Check 'em out!

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    Their guava beer is bright and fruity, almost tangy. Service is alright. The mini alley you can sit and drink in has a good vibe.

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    Amazing pizza, beers and vibe is awesome! So happy to have a place like this in the Tri Valley area

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    3 years ago

    Great beer. Good selection all Brewed in Berkeley. Relaxing atmosphere. Fun knowledgeable locals. Good conversations.

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    Love coming here but I deduct 1 star because no food options. But a great place to chill.

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    Great selection of beer and friendly, knowledgeable service. Easy going atmosphere, very relaxed. What's not to like!!

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    This is a great location in downtown Pleasanton. John and Jake were great!!! Super friendly and great service...will definitely be back!

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    Ask the Community - Gilman Brewing - Pleasanton

    Are they open on Friday nights? I just stopped by and the door was locked and no one was inside.

    Hi there, we are currently closed for renovations, reopening mid-2023. See you then! Cheers!

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    Beautiful restaurant with a really cute interior and lots of great photo opportunities. It's also…read moreright in downtown Pleasanton, so it's on a very cute main street that's nice to walk around. They had a lot of great drink options, and we tried quite a few. I can't remember all the names, but in the pictures I posted, the yellow drink was the sweetest and didn't really taste like alcohol, so that was our favorite. The espresso martini was great, and the lavender drink I got was really good too. Overall, though, we would all probably pick the yellow drink over the others. The food itself was incredible. I got the corn ravioli pasta, which was sweeter than I expected, but I should have guessed that from the ingredients. It was still delicious. The jambalaya was by far the best dish at the table, though. Absolutely incredible. The Chinese noodles also had an amazing presentation. I've never seen something like that before, and they tasted amazing too. The staff was really nice, and overall, this is a great place to stop by if you're downtown Pleasanton and want a nice dinner!

    Returned after a few years as my friends wanted to try R&R. The service was much better. Our waiter…read morewas thoughtful and professional. We had a group of 7 people. Appreciated that our tables were cleared every time food or drinks arrived. Everyone orders separately so I will review the food I ordered. Oysters on the Half Shell: The oysters were fresh and so delicious. This appetizer came with 3 sauces. Loved the mignonette as it paired well with the sweetness of the oysters. Gem Salad: I didn't know they came in half servings. It was the perfect size for my me and my husband to share. Very good combo of ingredients. The only negative is that the avocado used was not ripe. Poke Tuna Tacos - Well seasoned. These were so good! I liked that they were the perfect size and the fried wonton remained crisp and still held its shape. I ordered the Hugo Spritz but asked for it less sweet. It was perfect!! Delicate yet still sweet.

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    This is my 3rd time coming here and I have to say each time I have a better and better experience…read more The staff is amazing very attentive. The orders are always right. The food is cooked to perfection. The presentation is outstanding. They have a wide variety of different plates so no matter what somebody in your group wants there will be something for them. Their signature drinks are to die for this time I had a peachy king and lemon drop. I wanted to order the hoppy hour but it was so popular that they were sold out. I've come during the week and on the weekend. It doesn't matter which time I've come it's been GREAT! Today I came on a Sunday and they actually have a Sunday brunch where they have a live DJ they play music. They have shots going around it's fun and if you're going out with the family like I did today, you can sit in the upper area that's away from everyone else having the brunch fun. It was still fine even though we brought the kids and sat in the upper area. We could still hear the music and enjoy ourselves. I would highly recommend this place. It's a shame that I live so far away in Tracy that I only get to come once in a while because if I lived closer, I would come every weekend.!!! The desserts are so good!!!

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    My wedding anniversary quickly approached and as usual, my wife and I will go out to eat at a…read morerestaurant. We really enjoy Main St. in Pleasanton and hadn't tried Elia yet so we decided to make a reservation and come here on a Monday evening. This restaurant is gorgeous! It's very charming yet fancy at the same time. When we arrived, we were seated immediately. To be fair, it was a slow Monday and there was plenty of seating. We opted to sit outside due to the nice weather. They brought us waters and bread to get started which I appreciated. For drinks, my wife went with the Cab and I chose an old fashioned. Both came out promptly. For appetizer's, keep in mind they're not very large portions and can take a bit to come out. I suggest 1 appetizer will be enough for two people. Order more than you think you need if you're hungry or it's a larger party. Since it was later in the day, we both chose salads for our entrees. They were delicious! You can tell the ingredients are fresh and of high quality. Our server and service was great- we were checked up on just enough but not too much. Our server was soft spoken, friendly and efficient. I always enjoy working with a server who is professional, courteous and not overly invasive. Not only do I plan on coming back, I'm going to be telling all my friends and family about Elia. Will definitely be doing a birthday or two here in the near future.

    Came here for a work event. Service was very professional and generally prompt, though our main…read moredishes seemed a tad slower (perhaps to time our larger group together though). Tried a few Greek wines, and had the lobster pasta, with what I recall as bucatini (could be wrong). It was beautiful and delicious as expected. Popped out of the shell display and sliced it up for a wonderful dinner with coworkers. Colors reminiscent of Greek isles, with the blues and white, plus owls and eye painted decor. It felt casual but professional. Quieter on a Wednesday, but a nice stop for that Mediterranean fix with a bit of class. Enjoy.

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    Elia - Saganaki $17.00+ Skillet-fried flaming kefalothiri cheese, brandy,lemon

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    Been trying to explore more local karaoke spots and glad I checked this place out! Karaoke on…read moreThursday nights, decent drinks, and friendly locals. The people who run this place keep this place tidy and clean as evidenced by how quickly they cleared my glass and the cleanliness of the bathrooms. I missed the rock n' roll memo, but amazingly talented singers including the KJ himself. The sound system can be pretty loud especially the bass, so ended up keeping my ear plugs in. My only major reservation is how the karaoke queue is managed. Couldn't help but notice the bartenders and some patrons who generously tipped got to sing multiple times in a row. One of the patrons tipped $20 and sang three songs in a row. In comparison, I got one song in in the span of three hours. I kind of expected the place to start clearing out after midnight but ppl stuck around and seemed to be having a good time. If you're not into rock n' roll/metal karaoke, they also have pool, shuffleboard, and darts. I do like the KJ and the patrons here, though in the future, I'll just set the expectation that I'll get one song in and set a curfew for myself.

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    Came here for a work dinner and I highly recommend (just be ware of spicyness)…read more You can definitely tell there are some new restaurant growing pains (ordering wine bottles was kind of awkward and not well organized but I'm sure they'll figure it out soon) More importantly though, the food. Here's what we had: 1. Nalgonda Mutton Fry - delicious! 2. Guntur Karam Kodi Kebab - literally so tender and so tasty and absolutely fantastic! 3. Kodi Seekulu on sticks - also very tasty and tender but with everything else this didn't stand out 4. Lentil & Vegetable lollipop - for being vegetarian it was incredibly tasty 5. Pachimirchi Kodi pulao - I didn't get a chance to take a pic but also incredibly tasty! 6. Ended with a combo dessert which was fantastic. Honestly kudos to the chef here because I thoroughly enjoyed the food!

    This place was on our list for a long time. And we finally made it with a lot of anticipation. We…read morewent as a large party of 17 people and it was buffet only. Weekends is buffet only for lunch. It was a good option for us as we are a mix of vegetarians and meat eaters, kids and adults. This allows us to taste many dishes without having to order a lot of items. They had setup a large table on one side of the restaurant and this gave us enough privacy to be by ourselves. The service was good but they were refilling the Naans on request. But they cleared our plates and filled water promptly. The food was a good mix and all of us liked it. There were some issues and we pointed it out to the manager and he was appreciative of the feedback. He even offered to give us some samplers to take home. We were already full and so declined. We would definitely go back again if we are in the area.

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