The beer selection is fairly large, I suppose . The bar tenders and staff are polite and attentive…read more They have really nice outdoor seating & game area in the back of the property.

Had a great experience while the wife was away! So many options as well as the very knowledgeable…read morestaff. They were able to help me find any beer I wanted. And there were plenty!

Great little dive bar! As long as you keep that in mind, you too will enjoy it. Excellent prices on…read morethe drinks. They have an outdoor space where you can talk and hangout. They also have a coin operated pool table ($1/game) that gets the job done. Downstairs there are several arcade games, some of which are free! I did not know this gem was here but will definitely go back.

This place charged $12 for a drink, proceeded to say "I don't work for free" and then stole my…read moremoney and trespassed me because apparently tips are mandatory at this establishment. I would stay far away if I were you these people are crooks. And yes the owner supported the bartenders actions saying that because I "caught an attitude" I don't deserve a refund or service for what I paid for. God bless your poor soul Jimbo. Hire better help.

If you like authentic German food and hard to find German Beers, this is not the place for you…read more It is less real German than Olive Garden is genuine Italian. The Pretzel Grilled Cheese is a nice idea, but it's a pretzel shaped breadstick. It doesn't have the crust and salt that a real pretzel has. Rizotto balls? Calamari? Pot Stickers? Gyro? Tacos? Cheesesteak? Not very German. The Schnitzel wasn't sauced (no Jager or Rahm sauce), it was dry and overcooked. The edges were burned. It's supposed to come with mashed potatoes but instead had fried potato chunks which, frankly, was the best part of either my or my wife's dinners. We don't feel any need to return, most of the menu can be gotten at any number of family, sports, or brewpub restaurants.

Went to check out the 4th of July festivities in the area. Was hungry and thirsty, plus wanted a…read morespot to sit down with so many people running around the area. This place was packed and I Have always seen it busy and it had decent reviews so I thought I'd go in. The bartenders were nice and there were a couple of spots at the bar to sit. Got a flight and it was ok. There was a blueberry beer that to me, was the best of the samples. I then got a Ruben with fries. It was very salty. Wasnt a big fan. Crowd was good, bartenders were nice. Will try again

A very pleasant evening here with my laptop, their great wifi and a number of TVs tuned in to…read moreSunday Night Football (which I didn't watch). I enjoyed two of their Lucky City Light beers while chomping the burger I brought from Pete's Burgers, writing my Yelp reviews and figuring out what I would see on my way to home tomorrow. Pleasant, friendly and comfortable. This is a great place for a beer. Note that they do not have their own kitchen. I don't know if they have food trucks. But they do allow outside food. Enjoy! [Round number review 23500 overall - 2488 of 2024 - 3941 in North Carolina]

Very friendly and nice to have in the community. I am a little sensitive to smell and it was a…read moretad musty so not sure what they can do to ventilate but that was my only problem otherwise I would be totally give five stars.

Stopped in for a quick beer while in Danville. Plenty of inside and outside space. Very comparable…read moreto the other brewery in town. Only had one pour, will be back soon for another.

This brewery was bigger than we expected. Inside was spacious. The bartender was friendly and…read morewelcoming and offered us beer samples. I decided on the seasonal watermelon beer and husband went for an IPA. Weather was perfect so we decided to sit outside in some Adirondack chairs. They have a large outside area with a nice stage -- wish we could've stayed for the live music later in the evening. My second beer was the orange creamsicle -- very tasty. Husband enjoyed a different IPA. Later that night we had their Kolsch, canned, at Carrington Pavilion. Nice brewery with solid beers!

Live music with tons of outdoor seating and a great collection of beers. This spot has something…read morefor everyone. In addition to their lineup of beers, they have wine, cocktails and NA options. They have indoor and outdoor seating and a food truck was there when we visited Saturday night.

I really enjoyed the atmosphere of this place. Plenty of space to walk around, stretch your legs…read moreand mingle, and they have some games setup to play as well, such as foosball if I remember correctly. The staff were fun and engaging with fast service, considering we came in with a fairly large party. There were many tables throughout the joint, including bar seating and an upstairs which I did not check out. I also liked the open garage door setup, allowing patrons to wander in and out freely. I did not inquire about the eggs for sale, but perhaps I would next time - if I was going home straight after to refrigerate! The IPA I ordered was apparently popular, as most if not all the people in my group ordered the same. As an IPA fan I really enjoyed it. Refreshing on a hot day!

I recently visited the Durham Beer Garden after work with a friend/coworker for an impromptu after…read morework drink. At work she mentioned visiting and how great it was, so off we went! I'm so impressed with this place! Upon entering I thought it was just a bar and bottle shop. That was impressive enough given their massive selection, but the place then goes on and on into a big indoor space and a huge outdoor space. The bottle shop area literally has something for everyone with drinks on display broken down by type. They even have THC drinks and alcohol free beers and Capri Suns! Something for everyone! I bought a mixed 4-pack to take home. Beyond the bar/bottle shop area is the big indoor space with lots of different options for seating. I saw a couple of people enjoying a drink and working on their laptops. There are TVs to catch whatever game there may be on. My friend and I sat in some comfy cushy chairs and chatted. Beyond the indoor space is a great outdoor space with seating, a big TV, huge fans, and yard games to play. This place is amazing! Definitely check it out! I think it would be fun for a night out with friends and it's a great place to grab a beer (or drink of choice) after work.

What a great place. My wife and I stumbled upon it last year around this time and we've gone back…read morequite a few times since. They have a great selection of beer and wine, and unlike most "beer halls" my wife says their wine doesn't taste like toilet water. Love the inside and outside feel and the place is sneaky big. From the street, it looks tiny, but it is far from that. You order food from a kiosk inside and they prepare it in a food truck. The chopped cheese is awesome as are the burger and wings. We really enjoy the food here. A big plus is that the staff is very friendly.

I've been here a few times now. My understanding is it's had some changes from its old look and…read moreappearance. I can't really speak to that as I've only ever seen the current "version ". Personally I like the decor. It's kind of got a kitschy almost hipster vibe, but in a good way. Disco balls, plants galore and Bob Ross constantly on TV. I think it's pretty cool and a funny laid back place to hang out. My only mild criticisms would be for the price some of the spritzes and cocktails were not quite as impressive/fancy as I'd expected. But overall they still have a good beer selection and great staff so that makes up for any other shortcomings. Overall would recommend checking out especially if you live nearby.

Great hidden gem! I came to catch up with a friend on a Friday around 10pm. It was not crowded and…read morelucky for me it was half off wine night! I had a glass of bubbly and I also got a salted caramel porter to try later, even though beer isn't really my thing but salted caramel I can't resist! Great vibes, menu, and an all around relaxing time. Parking can be a little tricky since it's in a residential area but I would definitely return.

Love this little spot when the weather is nice. Big menu of beers and the outside seating is cozy…read more I tried the raspberry wheat this time. They have a choice of half or full pour or flights. Nice place to grab a drink before a show at Haw River Ballroom.

Very interesting beers. Each is available as a full or half pour so it is easy to choose several…read morefor tasting. My favorite "For Restful Death" lived up to the funky in the description. While others thought is was fruity, I tasted honey but fresh not overly sweet. The Sun Hands Golden Strong had an distinct dank flavor. With my eyes closed the Javalantern tasted like a cold brew coffee with backnotes of fall spices. Not sure what the name was but the cherry brandy and syrah barrel-aged stout was rich, medicinal and bitter. The hard selter was very subtly pineapple and habanero. Would definitely go again and try more beers. Beautiful area with stores and restaurants and walking trails. Nice outdoor seating area with a small indoor bar.

I enjoyed this little spot, the last time I went I wasn't super impressed but the food was pretty…read moregood today. I think it was the initial shock of prices which are a bit steep for what it is. $10 for a bowl of Mac n cheese, and $13 for three sliders. Overall the prices were not great for food. The service was great though. The bar and the food area both had helpful employees. The warm tent was so nice and made it worth being outside on a colder night so it's much appreciated!! They had a cute little bon fire as well but unfortunately another group got to it before we could. Lots of alcohol options tap and cans/bottles. Love that there is parking directly behind the restaurant but you do have to pay which is just a Franklin street downer but oh well.

Franklin Motors rates somewhere between three (OK) and four (good) stars for me. We had a good time…read morehere. Until we visited, I didn't know this was Chapel Hill's first and so far only beer garden. It's located just one block east of the Carrboro-Chapel Hill border, on popular West Franklin Street. The business opened in October 2021. Over the last few years, my wife and I passed by this place several times, saw all the people enjoying beer and food outside, and it piqued our interest. We're glad we finally got to check it out. According to Chapelboro.com ( https://chapelboro.com/news/business/beer-study-moving-to-new-chapel-hill-location-new-bar-taking-over ), the folks behind Franklin Motors renovated a small building previously owned by Franklin Street Auto, LLC. That's presumably where the "Motors" part of the name comes from. There are several auto shops in the immediate vicinity, including one I went to often: Automotion. I highly recommend them, by the way: https://www.yelp.com/biz/automotion-carrboro There's a Town of Chapel Hill gravel parking lot that you can pay to park in, adjacent to Franklin Motors. We parked for free on the street (South Graham Street). Compared to other beer gardens I've been to, Franklin Motors is one of the smallest and most humble-looking. The business sits on an unassuming corner lot. It's a simple, sort-of-makeshift spot that gives off vibes of an independent garage. You can get up on the rooftop, which is nice, and they also have a dedicated food truck on site: Roquette at Franklin Motors. The building has an indoor space on the ground level. Outside, it's gravel and there's a canopy -- that's where we sat. We couldn't get the fans to work. We stayed for hours, into the night when the property was string-lit. There was also a fire pit. This place is good for groups. We had a group of eight. It's also dog-friendly. Here's what my wife and I had: Drinks * Pimms Cup (forgot the price) - Pimms No. 1, lemon juice, cucumber topped with ginger ale * Middle James Great Musa Hefeweizen, 4.8% ($7) * Noble Wild Berry Knight Cider, 6.0% ($7) Food from the Roquette food truck * Mac & Cheese ($10) - fresh cream, Ashe County cheddar, toasted bread crumbs * Hand Cut Fries ($8) - hand-cut potatoes, parsley, rosemary, thyme, and housemade roasted garlic aioli (and ketchup). * Pineapple Chipotle Tacos ($18) - braised pulled pork, simmered in a pineapple sauce, chipotle, coriander, ginger, and orange, with avocado, pickled onion, cilantro, and queso fresco * Sliders (pick 3 for $15) - we got 2 Cheeseburgers -- Baldwin Beef (Yanceyville, NC), tomato, pickled onion, roasted garlic aioli, toasted brioche bun; and 1 Cajun-fried Chicken -- pickles, house slaw, roasted garlic aioli, toasted brioche bun The drinks hit the spot. The beer selection was good. Decent variety. The cocktails were standard. The food was OK. The only underwhelming dish was the mac and cheese. While the portion size was generous, it didn't taste significantly better than instant mac and cheese. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but you expect better when going out and paying $10+ for mac and cheese. I did appreciate that it was made with local cheese. Everything else was pretty tasty and again, generous portion sizes. The fries were nicely seasoned. We wanted slow-cooked duck leg instead of braised pork on our tacos, but they were out of duck. That's alright. The tacos were meaty and filling. The sliders weren't bad. The beef in the cheeseburger sliders was a bit tough (well done to overcooked), but that was fine. Better safe than sorry. The Cajun-fried chicken slider was tasty enough. Some of our friends got the Caesar Salad ($10). It looked fresh and yummy. Portions on that were generous as well. Service was fine. We visited on an ordinary summer Saturday and stayed from about 5 to 9pm. There was a slow, steady stream of customers and it never got too busy or crowded. I wouldn't mind coming back to hang out and have drinks with friends.