I've never even heard of this place and I loved it! My friend said there was an event going on here but I think we missed the live music. It was for their 2nd anniversary. We didn't get here until 9pm. They had great beer and I love the building they're in. The atmosphere is really cool and they have a couple giant games like giant connect 4 and cribbage. Which was cool. We played a game of cribbage. Near the entrance they also have a bunch of games to choose from! And on our way out I saw a cute little table on the side that looked like it was for kids with building blocks! Also anywhere that allows dogs is my favorite! 5 stars I will 100% be back! read more

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Great local brewery with a wide variety of beer options. The staff was friendly and gave great recommendations. A great modern indoor space combined with a gorgeous patio make this a great brewery for small groups. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Patio area - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I love how all the taprooms in the area have their own unique feel, and Headflyer has a industrial yet warm, friendly atmosphere that I loved. Pros: - Dog friendly inside - Good variety of beers - a little heavy on IPAs? - Tons of board games - Large cribbage board table - Specials on weeknights - Large projector to watch tv - Parking lot outside Overall, Headflyer will be in my taproom rotation going forward. read more

Loved, loved, loved the vibe and design of Headflyer. My BFF just moved a couple blocks away from here so we walked over for a visit and found a lovely taproom. Lots of friendly dogs, fun neon, and cool illustrated designs on the walls and glasses. Everything is bright and clean and there's plenty of sun in the afternoon. If you're there at the right time there's an empanada truck outside for your food needs. I landed on the Royale Wit - a Belgian Wit. It had a clean flavor and was great for a summer day. I was hoping to try the Vanilla Bean Porter but it wasn't yet on tap. The bright side is I have something to look forward to on my next trip to MN! Side note, a million props for naming the Juicy IPA "It Was All A Dream." Still giggling about it. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Royale Wit - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This place is a force to be reckoned! I was on the search for a dog-friendly brewery and this place has right in their description that four-legged friends are welcome here. I had never heard of this place, but it looks like this is their inaugural year and we'll definitely be back. I love the open layout and there is plenty of seating so it doesn't feel over crowded. Also, they have a beautiful patio area that we were able to enjoy on lovely fall day! You can borrow Jenga or play Bags out front. Because this was a new brewery for me, I wanted to try a few different brews so I opted for a flight. Let me start off by saying, their flights mean business! You choose only four types of beers, but they give you around 5 oz each. 5 oz doesn't seem like a lot, but once they're sitting right in front of you, you realize that you are probably going to need to Lyft home. I can't wait to go back and try them all! But next time, I'm leaving the car at home! read more

Headflyer Brewing - The delicious flight of beer we consumed! - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Great building space in a good location. Ample parking. Plenty of interior indoor brewery space as well as a sweet patio outside to enjoy those Minnesota 'spring' days. A good selection of games will keep you and your group entertained while enjoying some good ole day drinking. If games isn't your thing there is a projector that is typically showing some sports game. The interior space is really done nicely (from the full wall art to the custom table/chairs to the sweet fireplace. They even have their tanks on display for visitors to oh and awe over a pint or two. The glass designs are pretty sweet as well, picked up a growler the other day so now just got to add one of their glasses to the ever growing collection at home. Now onto the good stuff....Had a chance to try all of the currently available taps and I was impressed. They do offer flights so if you're undecided or just like trying the all that would be the route to start off the visit with. I have to admit that my top 2 favorite beers that I can see myself drinking each time I go there is the 'It Was All A Dream - Juicy IPA' and the 'Vanilla Bean Porter'. You won't be disappointed getting either one of those. They also have the Vanilla Bean Porter on Nitro but there are still some kinks they are working on with the system to get it just right, but in the meantime the regular Porter (not on nitro) is still delicious. Oh and they do have craft sodas for those non beer drinkers/sober drivers. I definitely see myself becoming a frequent visitor of this fine establishment. So far I'm on track, 2nd wknd in a row :) read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Love the building this place is in, but it seems they mostly covered up all the character in the taproom. Boo! I've been twice. Twice it's been very noisy, though I did notice they have sound stuff under the tables (smart!) Maybe some more in the rafters would help. I enjoyed a (I think) Honey Wheat both times. So very drinkable and light. Cons: Dogs. I'm just one of those people that don't see the need to bring dogs every where. Patios - fine. Inside mid-January - No. In an already loud space, barking dogs aren't good. Also love the big cribbage table, though it seems it's always in use. read more

Their Grand Opening was last week. So, this is the first week of 'normal' operation. Taproom - Nice space. Nothing extravagant. But, another good example of how taprooms bring new life to the older buildings in the area. Nice outdoor seating area, but not today - too cold. The standout taproom feature - the 'Moose Light'. Love the MN theme (and soft(er) chairs at the bar). Emoji - IPA - Tasty. If you are an IPA fan like me, you will like this beer. But, not a 'wow' beer. Vanilla Bean Porter - Really tasty. Vanilla flavor very forward in smell and taste. Goblin System - Belgian IPA - Classic type of Belgian IPA. Nothing really extraordinary, but tasty. It Was All A Dream - Juicy IPA - This might be their go to beer. This beer did provide the 'wow' factor. My favorite of what I sampled today. read more

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For being open less than a month, Headflyer is sure set to impress. Beautiful interior nestled in among trendy art galleries and classic loft-style brick walls. I love the giant cribbage board set right in front of a big screen. They also have plenty of board games to keep everyone happy, and a table for kids (scratch that, anyone) with legos and blocks. Good unique beer selection--we were able to try a couple before settling on a decision. The Freckled Amber was quite good and has a strong caramel flavor. We sat up at the bar, and thought it would have been nice to get a recommendation or two since we clearly were all of the board with what we were trying, or to have just some interaction with the bartenders. Especially since they weren't busy, I love when they really try to help you find something that you'll love. It was very bright inside with several neon lights on the walls. It gives off a cool vibe but could maybe be turned down just a touch. Hoping that the next time I go, it's nice enough to be able to take advantage of the outdoor patio! They have sodas as well, but sadly no kombucha (I love that more bars have it now since if I'm not drinking alcohol, I'd like to sip on something rather than downing a soda). There is a lot with plenty of parking so that is a sure way of getting me to come back--no hassle whatsoever or driving around in circles looking for a place to park. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Giant cribbage board! - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Good service. Good hops. Good ales. Friendly staff. Came here for as a plus one for my boyfriend's company outings, toured the brewery, and tried each brew on tap and I've got to say, this is probably going to be a great competitor with other neighborhood breweries like Indeed and Insight. What to expect? Hoppity hop hop hop and lots of it! Which is a good thing if you like that kind of stuff. Personally, I'm more of a Belgium and cider kind of gal -- hence, four star rating. We tried one of each brew they had on tap and out of all eight, I really enjoyed the Vanilla Bean Porter they have on tap. They also have a very nice and spacious patio that faces Hennepin Ave. which I can only imagine it being sooo nice to sit there as the sun sets on a summer evening. This would be the perfect place to stop by in the summer to catch up with friends, for a first date, and a great place to rent out for events. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is a great addition to the Twin Cities tap room scene. Modern design with interesting neon lights to decorate. Large gas fireplace with comfortable searing facing it. Other seating includes bar seats, long tables, and high tops. There is a large screen TV for those wanting to catch the game. They have a patio that we weren't able to check out because of weather. I tried one beer that was a combo of Belgian and IPA. Interesting mix! On the night we were there, they had a food truck onsite, but the bar also has a 3-ring binder listing restaurants the deliver. read more

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Awwe yiss, finally a brewery that puts out a respectable NE IPA! What is a NE IPA, you might be wondering? New England IPA, aka juicy IPA, aka hazy IPA. Basically an unfiltered IPA, and they are all the rage right now. I've been to a few breweries around Mpls claiming to have these only to receive a beer that is not hazy at all, and heavy disappointment ensues. Fortunately this beer (called It Was Only a Dream, I think) seems to be the real deal, and is delish. Hubby got 'Heavy D' which is the double IPA version of this and dang it was boozy - I preferred the original. Lots of other tasty sounding brews on tap, I got Goblin System for my next, a Belgian style IPA, and it definitely hit the spot and reminded me why I love that style so much. Hub's 2nd beer was Emoji, which seems like just your basic IPA. I enjoyed it but liked the juicy IPA better. The interior is pretty cool - I really love their art/pint glass design! They are in a recently renovated building so everything is still very "new" smelling. Nice big space, the tables/chairs inside are padded underneath, I'm assuming to help control the noise - it was quite noisy when we visited buuuuut it was also trivia night so that likely has something to do with it. Nice big projector in one corner which was playing poker championships (btw how is Hellmuth still around?!). Dogs are allowed inside and outside which is pretty cool (and a forewarning if you're not a dog fan. I myself prefer pets in breweries to children). Good patio seating, somehow on a mid-July evening though it was actually a little too chilly to sit out for long (not helped by the mystery raging wind). Will definitely be back, there are several other beers I wanted to try! Maybe not on trivia night though (Wednesdays if you're wondering) as it was a tad crowded. I'm pretty impressed for a new brewery, they've got their shit together right off the bat! read more

Headflyer Brewing - Enjoying our hazy IPA on the patio. - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I came to Headflyer with some friends in a large group after doing an escape room at Mission Manor. They reserved a corner of the restaurant for our large party, and gave us each a free drink (thank you!). The IPA I ordered was solid, and the bartenders were assisting all of us during a busy time with ease. The restaurant itself is in a large building that leases out about 5-6 businesses. There is plenty of seating in their space, and the brewery has a nice vibe to it. Not too loud, spacious, windows-it just felt comfortable. They do trivia at 7pm on Wednesday, and have a large TV (like the size of a wall) in the back corner. They also have a pretzel trail mix to snack on. I'd come back to try some of their food and participate in Trivia! read more

This is my second time at headflyer and I am pleasantly surprised by how much I am loving it. The first time I was here it was almost full in the middle of the week and everyone had their dogs with them! This time I came for trivia night with a group of 4 people and the place was nearly packed again! Trivia nights are on Wednesday and there are no drink specials during it :( the beer here is great, they do a good job of making a good mix of different kinds of beers so there's something for everyone. One think I really liked about this bar is their use of noise cancelling material under their chairs. There are a few breweries and bars I've been to that are way too loud and I can't hear the trivia questions! My only qualm about this place is that there really aren't good table options if you have a group larger than 6. read more

Awesome beers. Great staff. Very clean, sexy set up with the brewing. I had their hazy juicy IPA and it was really really good. They also have a unique IPA made with lager malts that's really smooth, and clean but with that subtle hoppy mouthfeel. read more

Somewhat mid range beer on tap in a cool location. I've had their "It was all a dream" juicy IPA which was good and I remember liking their Emoji IPA in the past. Tried the Kingfield Coffee Porter - nice mellow roasted but smooth finish. Would be a great beer without the heavy sweet aftertaste but liked it. Place was well below capacity today but service was still slow. Was alone at the bar for 5-10 mins hoping to place an order but did not get noticed. After a friend stopped by, a bartender finally came over. Was pressed on time so just this one beer. Non beer musings: Parking can be a struggle but if you look all the way in the back there's usually room. Dog friendly. Usually see cool fun dogs all over this place. If you have a lonely dog at home, bring them here. Fireplace has cozy seating if they're available. Bar stools have a slight backrest and well padded making them so much more comfortable than the metal patio chairs out at the tables. Outdoor seating only during the summer-fall months. The pergola slats don't provide any shade so bring a hat if the sun's high. There's a lot of hiding spots for cops near Headflyer so the patio also doubles as a good spot to check out unsuspecting speeding cars. Feel free to place mental bets on when the brakes get engaged. Two sets of restrooms. Every brewery taproom needs this. Lots of board games. I played slapjack once and found out the tables are slap-worthy. Employees are usually friendly except today. Don't go today. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

My favorite brewery in Northeast Minneapolis by far. Awesome selection of beers; friendly, helpful staff; and, best of all, dog-friendly inside and out. Came for the beer, came back for the friendly neighborly vibe. read more

I came here for National Beer Day with some friends. I highly recommend the Proper Pint Irish Stout if you like stouts! Ps. At the time of my visit, they had exceptional toilet paper in their restroom. It is those kind of small amenities that encourage a 5 Star rating. read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was here today to pick up my love your melon dogs of MSP hat. I sampled 2 beers #10 Octoberbest and #7 Holla Honey Wheat Ale which I liked the best. The beertender was nice also. I ordered a flight of these: Sweeter the Juice Blonde Ale. This is a blonde ale with blackberries. Not a fan, why ruin a good blonde ale. #9 I wish it was a little bit lager. Good but nothing to brag about. #2 Dreams Shake Juicy Milk Shake. This smelled and had a grapefruit bitterness and did not care for it. Actually none of the beers blew me away enough to get a growler. There are 13 beers on tap and a flight of 4 (5oz) size is $12 and growler fills are $14 and $16. Parking was ok but the place shares parking with 4 other businesses and each business has their designated spots. This brewery was one and done for me as nothing impressed me. They do allow dogs yay! read more

One of many microbreweries in the Minneapolis area. This brewery is a wonderful space that is very dog friendly. I had two beers here; the Hawaiian Sophie (Pineapple Pale Ale) and the Regulate IPA (West Coast IPA). Both were excellent. Staff was very friendly and the taproom was sparkling clean. Bonus points for this brewery having a TV! read more

This review is about the beer and HeadFlyer's delivery during the mandatory state shutdown of bars/restaurants during the coronavirus. First, props to HeadFlyer for being one of the first few breweries in Minneapolis to get their delivery system off the ground and running quickly. I ordered last week on a day they were closed, recieved an automatic email confirmation, then got a text about 4 minutes after they opened the next day from the person delivering letting me know he was heading out and his ETA. Easy system. Also, they canned the beer I got just a few days earlier, so extra props to everyone there for keeping at it. As for the beer - the Jucy IPA, 7.2% ABV, is my favorite of those I ordered. It lives up to its name and is now one of my favorites of its type from local breweries. I also tried the Hawaiian Sophie and Radiant Baby. The Hawaiian Sophie is a pineapple pale ale, and it was definitely good, but it didn't have as much pineapple flavor as I had expected (I didn't really think it was noticeable). On the plus side, if you're worried about it being too pineapplely, you should be good. 5% ABV. The Radiant Baby is a raspberry kettle sour, 4.7% ABV. This was also good, but my third favorite of the bunch. I'm a huge sour fan, and this just didn't quite do it for me. Not funky enough. But that probably means more folks who aren't 100% into sours will like it. All of that said, I'd get each of these again, and I look forward to checking out the brewery and taproom itself whenever things are back to normal. I'll support remotely in the meantime, and I'd recommend anyone do so as well. read more

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So many great things about headflyer! Who doesn't love a brewery in Minneapolis with parking!! The tap room is huge, bright, and inviting! The beer is great! Dream Shake is like you are drinking a creamy milkshake! Lithium is like foot loops meets dream shake, and the radiant sour was tart and tasty! Also I don't have a dog but, they are dog friendly and we enjoyed meeting many puppets! Also I am super excited that you can get dream shake in cans at the liquor store now!!! read more

Headflyer Brewing - Beyond the Door - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Some of my favorites beers available in this market. Not to mention their taproom space is awesome. The delivery option during Covid has been amazing and their customer service is unmatched! read more

My husband and I love HeadFlyer. Even though we're in our mid-60's we never feel out of place. Everyone is so friendly. Bartenders, customers, food truck operators, dog lovers, dogs, etc. We started taking our 8-month old rescue dog at 4 1/2 months and she is always so happy there. They even sell homemade dog treats that are her absolute favorites. read more

Headflyer Brewing - CoCo loves to go to Headflyer. - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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What a great brewery! I love the outdoor patio area and the beer selection. They have great hazy IPAs as well as fruitier beers such as a peach whip! There is no food.. but this will still be one of the breweries I frequent this summer! I can't wait to try their other brews! read more

Great location and pup friendly! Yummy selection of beer and friendly server. Definitely a place to add to the rotation!

Great space, good beer. Love how the space opens up to the outside. Great variety and quality of beers. The vibe is super positive, and the barkeeps are friendly. The annoyance at this place comes from the 1% of dog owners who don't care how their dog behaves in a space like this. Its always the super small population of individuals that can impact an experience. I wish the staff would be more focused on this, but I also recognize that they have a lot going on. Its a small thing, but was the difference for me between 4 and 5 stars. read more

I tried both IPAs here, and I really liked them. The food options are a bit limited here. Go next door if you feel like grabbing a snack read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of my new favorite breweries and new favorite lager! It's a very laid back, chill vibe. Family friendly with a little kids corner. Pet friendly as well. $3 bucket of pretzels. Very aesthetic bathroom. Lots of card games and board games to play with friends and/or family. Overall, great brewery! read more

Headflyer Brewing - lager - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fun place and friendly staff. They have a large projector screen for games (they were playing the MLS game in there the night I was there). Good array of beer, and beer mix options, that peaked around 7.2% ABV. I would put their beer count between 15-20 on tap with growlers and can to go. $6 a beer... Atmosphere is upbeat, relatively younger crowd. Large table seating with a patio to sit at and bags to toss. Bright traditional and neon lighting allows you to see the happenings around you, lol read more

Headflyer is beautiful! What a great addition to the brewery scene in this city of brews. We went on a Thursday evening when it was super nice outside so all of the patio seating was taken. However, because everyone wanted to be in the beautiful weather we got the best seat in the house: a cozy little couch next to a fireplace and a neon deer light. The appearance is very warehouse-chic with all exposed brick, cool neon signs, and line art on the walls. I want to build a condo right there in the middle of it and live there happily ever after, forever. My drinking partner ordered the It was All A Dream IPA, and I had a taste of that. It was bold and made my tongue click at the roof of my mouth which is exactly how I like my IPA's. I tried to steal if from my drinking partner, but he just wasn't cool with a trade. It was really good. I attempted to order the Emoji IPA, but it wasn't on tap at the time. I always order IPA's, but I am also a greatly against ordering the same thing as people you're with (mostly because then I can try multiple things when I steal some of theirs) so I ordered the None the Wiser. It wasn't my favorite, but I will chalk that up to it not being my go-to beer type. My drinking partner tried it and enjoyed it a lot saying it was so buttery. The service was okay-not much smiles, "thank you's" or "pleases" from the woman we ordered from. The lady who picked up our glasses was friendly enough though. I am just a stickler for good customer service. Anyway, I will definitely be back to try it out again and enjoy that ambiance. I'm ordering that All a Dream IPA next time and drinking it all! read more

Headflyer Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Direct quote from my wife "We should come here every weekend!". Outstanding beer selection, family friendly, and a modern design - whats not to love? First off, the taproom itself is situated in the Miller textile building with rich history and beautiful architecture. When you enter (use the entrance facing the parking lot), you are greeted by a display showing off the history of the building and the HeadFlyer logo emblazoned in neon down a long hallway. The grand entrance is topped off with a view into the brew room itself. The brewery space is modern and rustic at the same time, with subway tile, exposed brick, copper bar-tops, wooden tables, and steel beams; all flanked by red neon to top it off. The most impressive design element is the hand painted mural showing off Minnesota and HeadFlyer design. They also offer a large deck facing Hennepin with plenty of seating and drink rails to hangout. You come to a brewery for the beer, and HeadFlyer absolutely crushes it here; props to brewmaster Neil Miller. I'm a huge fan of Ales, and that is what you will find at HeadFlyer. It was impressive that they had 7 beers on tap for the grand opening, but they promise to deliver even more in the near future. My favorite was far and away the Juicy IPA/Northeast IPA/American IPA - It Was All A Dream. Nothing like the Notorious B.I.G. to get you in the mood to throw back a cold one! It looked beautiful with serious carbonation, and drank with citrus and plenty of hops. I'm looking forward to drinking it again. I tried three other options on tap and they were all memorable. The Belgian IPA - Goblin System was floral and citrus in all of the right spots and again delivering plenty of carbonation. I'm very much looking forward to some of the other selections still brewing like the porter that is coming soon. Some of the smaller touches are what really makes this place. They have a Lego table which occupied my son for the entire time we visited. They have creative neon signs throughout that are well snap'able and keep it fun. They clearly spent some time (and money) thinking about branding of this place, from the pint glasses, to the logo on the top of the fermenter, and the white logo across the back of the taps - it all works really well together for one cohesive experience. At HeadFlyer the staff is friendly, the spot is warm, and they clearly didn't overlook any detail in the plan - its a great experience. It's well worth it to check out on its own or as part of a brewery tour, and I'm definitely looking forward to what they release next. read more

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Great beer, a cool environment, and trivia on Wednesdays! I've been a regular since HeadFlyer opened in April 2017, and am still going back.

Awesome brewery, just in time for patio season. Spacious both inside & outside. I love that for $10 you get four 5oz pours. Try the Vanilla Bean porter & the juicy IPA. Wide selection to try from! read more

Headflyer Brewing - $10 for four 5oz pours, all awesome. - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Not the best person to review a brewery because I'm not really a beer person. I got the honey wheat one which was okay. I'm sure it's actually really good. The place is really nice though. Has a great vibe with lots of natural lighting. Check out my pictures! You'll see foryourselves! read more

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Great alternative to the crazy packed breweries in northeast. Nice intimate space with a projector for sports fans and plenty of games (giant cribbage board is super cool). I had the emoji IPA. Despite the name, this was a full bodied hop slam with a nice unfiltered finish. I would guess about 85 IBU (wasn't listed). My only criticism is slow service. There were 5 bartenders and they weren't able to keep up with about 30 people. Understandable considering they just opened, but still a little irritating. Nonetheless give this place a shot if you're near northeast. Great addition to a long line of northeast Minneapolis breweries. read more

My boyfriend, a not-yet-Yelper, says, they've got games, they've got beers, they've got good stuff. This is the highest of praise! From me: I love the location and the space. The patio is great, the inside is spacious and well lit. The hefty wooden tables add a lot to the atmosphere. The beer selection is great, and there is something for everyone. The flights serve up a good pour, and are a very good deal. There are 10oz pours available as well for $3- listed as small print on the menu. You can bring in your own food, and it appears that food trucks frequent the locale. I can't wait to come back this summer and see what else they have brewing! read more

I come to Headflyer every few months, and have yet to have a bad beer. In fact, this Juicy IPA that I'm currently drinking and has inspired this review is one of the better beers I've had in the Twin Cities recently. I'm currently thinking I'll find a way to come here more then every few months. Anyways, this place has always been good for a solid IPA and one that when I'm debating top breweries in the Twin Cities I'm always sure to include. In addition, this place allows dogs inside which is fantastic. My dog loves this places just as much as I do. Well worth a several visits read more

I love the space, although would also love more couch seating and a little less bright light. The beer was tasty and they have a handy menu for places that will deliver. The giant cribbage board is great, and there are plenty of games (even a kids area). Lots of big tables so bring everyone! Why are they only getting four stars? The staff just needs to be a little more outgoing. It's a new space and they didn't say a word to us when we were sitting at the bar. Not typical for a brewery--especially in an area that is packed with other choices! We will go back and see if some staff training takes place to improve that feel. read more

Just went last night for our first time and loved everything about this brewery! Especially loved the juicy IPA -!!!! Went to celebrate 2 young men's 21st birthday. Very spacious and accommodating to the larger group that congregated for our gathering! Loved the large doors that open to the lovely deck. Our group enjoyed the bags game available! And, although none of us brought dogs, it was cool that dogs were welcome. Overall consensus of our group was that this brewery does beer right! We can't wait to go back! Loved loved this place! read more

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