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    Good Word Brewing & Public House

    4.3 (469 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated a few days ago

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    Bucket of fried chicken and Caesar salad with shrimp added
    Candice B.

    1000x yes! The fries were so good, which is such a basic thing but if all I could ever get from them is fries with their sauces on the side. I'd be happy. Caesar was delicious and fried chicken was juicy. Oh that also have non alcoholic beer which is amazing! Great service also.

    Digital Afterlife Barleywine
    Jamie M.

    GWB has been and continues to be my "go to" spot in downtown Duluth. After the 25 or so times I have been here, I have yet to exhaust their menu, cocktail offering, or beer list. I just believe this is a wildly incredible feat!! Parking is pretty simple, and it is always an inviting vibe as you walk through the door. It has a neighborhood feel, but it is also a pretty big space, so it never feels over crowded. I crave their fries and fried chicken, but every dish I have enjoyed over the years has been top notch. They also seem to have the best employees, and the service is top notch on every visit. Love this place! Just go here and be happy.

    Ben C.

    Prime location in downtown Duluth. Good layout ~ lofty ceilings for spacious feel while cozy booths for conversation. Great vibe. Poor service ~ server not that knowledgeable with the brew styles. Took a bit to get our simple pours. Great selection of style brews, server could not come up with a recommendation and nothing wow'd the taste buds. You gotta know your beer. Pricey food for what you get.

    Menu
    Denise R.

    In a group of 7, we have a 4* overall. Lots of different things were ordered. The bucket of chicken got rave reviews. Worth noting - while they don't have an allergy menu, they do have a gluten free fryer and did a great job of catering to the gluten allergy in our party. Just a heads up --fountain drinks do NOT have unlimited refills. This caught us by surprise when we got the bill. This isn't usual and we weren't given any kind of heads up. I removed a star from the overall review for this alone. It was super off putting and I probably would not return because of it.

    Karo R.

    Good Vibes at Good Word Brewing! I love the outdoor area, we actually stopped through for a few cocktails and ended up with fries and boiled peanuts. The waitress missed the mark by serving others that came after us, but all and all it was a good experience. Fast service and really good cocktails. Next time we will try the flights.... and the fries were Devine.

    Brussels and kale Caesar
    Will W.

    Stopped in for a quick lunch. I've been before, but this time the food left a deeper impression. The menu leans French in all the right ways--Georgia beef tartare with smoked trout roe, cured egg yolk, and green onion. I didn't order it, only because I've got plans to make my own at home later this week. Still, it stood out. What I did have were the crispy chicken livers with boiled peanut mayo. I don't say this lightly: best chicken livers I've had in my life. Light, tender, no grit. Whoever their poultry purveyor is, they're doing God's work. The Brussels and kale Caesar came next--Tuscan kale from Tucker Farms, just northwest of Atlanta. White anchovies (real ones, not paste), shaved Brussels, sunflower seeds, Parm. Balanced and smart. Anchovies were just there enough to matter without being loud about it. Finished with a bologna sandwich. Simple. Reminded me of watching The Price Is Right with my grandmother after school. Nostalgia's not on the menu, but it showed up anyway. Everything was a 10. Wouldn't change a single thing. I'll be back, and I'll bring people. That's how good it was.

    Millie C.

    Came here for lunch. We were seated right away. We got the 10 piece wings, cheeseburger and spicy crispy Caesar wrap. The wings were big and definitely flavorful. I also really enjoyed the ranch that came with it. The spicy caesar was good but not very spicy. It was definitely filled tho. The fries were really good! They were hand cut fries and definitely really fresh. Overall, really enjoyed this spot and definitely will be back.

    Spicy Chicken Wrap
    Katherine F.

    Good food, nice sized portions. Will definitely be back. Service was good. Nice outdoor patio, sat inside due to being a little bit chilly the day we went.

    Grilled Quail over rice noodles special.
    John F.

    Been here several times. The food and service are worth it. We've had a variety of appetizers from the pickle plate to chicken tenders. The braised beef & cheddar sandwich is a winner. The fries have lots of optional sides sauces that are out of this world. The chili oil or the gochujang are winners. They have some non spicy options like dill pickle rance as well. Last visit they had a guest chef item on the menu from George Yu at Noona. Grilled Quail over rice noodles with fresh herbs and a Tamarind sauce. Not heavy like a sandwich and fries but satisfying and really good. The covered patio has overhead heaters which makes it good on chilly fall or winter days. You can't go wrong choosing this place for a lively night at the bar or a quiet corner outside.

    Whiskey menu. Great selection, some priced a bit high.
    Brad H.

    Great bar atmosphere and an excellent selection of bourbon and other libations. Decent selection of beers, but nothing on the darker end of the spectrum. Seating was quick on a Thursday night. Server arrived promptly and was educated on available items. Prices are slightly high, but becoming the norm. Food was excellent, even if the pasta was slightly under seasoned. Very good selection of house cocktails. The ice cube in my drink was amazing. Large and crystal clear,it melted very slowly, avoiding watering down the drink. Will definitely return when in the area. Worth a 20-30 min drive easily.

    Menu Dec 2024
    Susan C.

    Came by with some friends for an evening of drinks and chitchat a couple weeks ago. I'd heard the Georgia micro-brewery scene has been buzzing and was curious to try some more local offerings in person. This is a perfect place to do a beer flight $11 by choosing four options from their menu of about two dozen beers on tap. Wine and other cocktails are available too. Between a friend and I, we tried the following: - HALDA - Munich-Style Dunkel 12oz 4.8% - DARK EMBERS - Smoked Black Lager 12oz 4.7% - COMFORT IN THE DARK - Cold Black IPA 12oz 6.6% - DEPARTING FOR THE STARS - Czech-Style Dark Lager 12oz 4.7% - BURY ME IN THE SKY - Czech Amber Lager 12oz 4.4% - FACE FOR RADIO - American Pale Ale 12oz 5% - OPHELIA - Berliner Weisse 160z 4.5% - KEEP FORGETTING WHY I CAME English-Style Barleywine 10oz 10.8% The first 4 were all darker lagers so to my untrained palette tasted quite similar, deeper coffee/cocoa bitter notes. The Czech amber lager was mildly sweet and malty. The American pale ale was hoppy, mildly citrusy and bubbly. The Berlin weisse was exactly as described--tart, dry and fruity like a sour should be, though honestly the yeasty tartness isn't my favorite (kinda reminds me of acid reflux :( ), I kinda missed the part about it being a sour in the description. The English-style barleywine was an interesting one, this is my first time having something like this and the profile was unexpected. It tasted almost like a fruity caramel flavor. Sorry not exactly selling it, though it was really lovely and I'd go back to try this again. They happened to be out of the Holographic Heart, Penelope, and Never Sleep when we were there. Still quite a few options to choose from though! When we arrived around 8pm the place was maybe 60% full, may clearing out to about 20-25% by the time 10:00pm rolled around on a Saturday night. The inside is very nice, there's a large rectangular bar in the center with booths along the outside walls and tables in between. Wood-tone walls are inset with bookshelves, a few flatscreen tvs, and framed art. Floor to ceiling paned glass windows line one side of the building. The outdoor walls are decorated with colorful murals lending an air of vibrancy to the bar seating and barrel-top high tables set up outside. The waitress for our table was friendly and helped us take a couple group photos. Thoroughly enjoyed my evening here and would love to come back.

    Apple cake
    Nitesh D.

    This place is a vibe. It's pretty spacious with an immaculate bar right in the middle of the restaurant. Right as you walk in you feel an energy that's welcoming and ready to give you a good time. The appetizers, which I forgot to take photos of, were incredible. The wings with spicy gochujang sauce were my personal favorite. They were the right amount of crispy and saucy. For my entree I ordered the spicy chicken wrap. The chicken was great but it was not as spicy as I had hoped. Also, the amount of time between appetizer and entree was ridiculously long. Not sure if they were backed up but it didn't seem all too busy. The long wait time between courses is what keeps this as a 4 and not a 5. Next time I'm in Duluth, I'll probably be back for the wings and see what beers they have on tap.

    Debra S.

    Nice evening with family. We were sat right away and served our food fast. Everything was delicious.

    Top left: fried chicken livers (my favorite) Bottom: bucket of fried chicken Right: French fries came

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    Had a great time here, the home brew was outstanding and a great select of meals. I would recommend you give this place a try.

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    My wife and I both ordered the Poblano Chicken Chowder and the Roasted Beat salad. Both were excellent! They were unique and well done.

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    Ask the Community - Good Word Brewing & Public House

    Is the patio heated?

    Yes! It stays very warm on the patio, even on cold days

    Are you dog friendly?

    Yes, they are outside on patio. No dogs allowed inside.

    It says you have vegan options in your profile. Is there a separate vegan/vegetarian menu or are menu options just noted as vegan/vegetarian?

    Howdy! Thanks for reaching out. We have a handful of things on the menu for you for sure. When you… 

    Are you guys open New Year's Eve or New Year's Day?

    Howdy! We are open on New Years Day and closed on New Years Day. Thanks,… 

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    What a find for those who are from out -of- town! Located downtown, in historic building,…read moresandwiched between other eateries. There are several dining areas situated up and down stairs. There's also a balcony for al fresco dining. Cute, cozy brick interior. As for the food....YUM, YUM, YUM. We had the smash burgers. Believe me when I say the Celine Dijon was outstanding!!! Sounds strange but the crispy friend cheese was unique and with bacon jam.....Home run. Would come back just for that. Mr. Egon was good,but didn't compare to Celine. Handcut fries were plentiful but thought were overly seasoned. Dipping sauce was .75 extra. We shared the generous slice of whipped peanut butter pie, drizzled with fudge. Would have preferred whipped cream. My preference. Drinks were not strong. Orders were served with that sweet southern hospitality. Highly recommend reservations for weekend. Public parking provided in back can easily fill up on weekends.

    I've been sitting on this review for months, because everything was quality, but this place just…read moredidn't hit the spot for my wife, nor myself and I cannot put my finger on why. Quality food, good beer selection. Nice seating, pretty private at table. We enjoyed the place/atmosphere more than the food, though the food was a good quality. Nothing grabbed us about this place. I feel bad saying it, service was great, too. Try it, you might enjoy it.

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    Chicken Club-Fried with fresh house cut fries
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