My husband and I have been wanting to try Mode Brewery for a while after hearing they make all of their pasta in house, and we're so glad we finally did. The back patio is really cute and dog friendly, which we love. We started by splitting a Caesar salad, and the dressing had a nice hint of lemon that we really enjoyed. My husband got the adult mac and cheese with added sausage and said it was great. I ordered the Italian Stallion on a gluten free crust and it was amazing. It had the perfect amount of sauce and toppings, and the crust held up really well for being gluten free. It's awesome that they offer so many gluten free options. We had a great experience and will definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

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My toddler and I stopped in to celebrate my mom's birthday since it's close to us and she requested it! We ordered the Spaghetti Bolognese, Beer Battered Artichokes and Vampire Slayer with Chicken. The pasta was peppery, but I watered it down and my toddler ended up loving it! I've loved their addicting fried artichokes since they used to have their food truck and my mom enjoyed their pizza squares! For dessert we ordered the Nana's Ice Cream Balls in flavors Mud Pie, Caramel Apple Pie and Original(not pictured since to-go.) Their ice cream balls have a really nice crunchy topping, flavor and the ice cream is nice and creamy!! We enjoy them! This small, family owned brewery kitchen, is cool spot to visit! The previous food truck now sits inside the restaurant and they have a fun little game area for family night! If you sit outside, they have a nice intimate setting with heat lamps, a relaxing vintage beer tap water fountain with beautiful koi fish and giant Connect 4! Staff are helpful and restrooms are clean! SYOY! read more

Mode Brewing - Spaghetti Bolognese, Beer Battered Artichokes & Vampire Slayer + Chicken - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

Dear lord. The one guy who works here, tall, white-- his vibe kills the whole experience. If he's not a people person (which he clearly is not because we've been here many times and he's been the same every time) he should not be dealing with the people. Tonight was so bad, I'm not sure we'll be back. read more

Mode Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

We absolutely love Mode. It is close by and delicious! It is such a cute friendly location. There's a nice outdoor area with two giant beautiful trees that provide great shade. The service is quick and the food is generally good. My recommendation for food are the chips and onion dip and the Blue bird pizza. My goodness YUM. The pizza is like a chicken cordon blue style with the most amazing flavors- you don't even need a sauce to dip it in, and I'm a sauce girl. Very impressive! I also highly recommend the chips and onion dip. Wow it is GOOD! They have lots of other options for food too. Sometimes we get the fried artichoke, but it's been a little thick with the breading lately. If you can ask for lightly battered, I would do that. Also, bring back the fried asparagus! Yum! My two favorite beers are the blueberry and bushwhacker. They do serve wine and a few ciders and have sodas and water. Yum yum yum. Come here for good food, delicious beer and a relaxing atmosphere. read more

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Veggie and pet friendly place! What a great little spot to grab a drink, vegan eats and bring your pet to hang outside. The vegan pesto pasta was delicious! A great meetup spot for a group who loves hanging outside with their friends and pets! read more

Mode Brewing - Vega pesto pasta - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

I went for the first time and it was a pretty nice place! Very nice customer service and clean place! They can make a vegan option of almost everything on the menu. Look for items with the They also have gluten free if you require that! I tried the Fettuccine Alfredo and they have some Polenta Fries that I really liked! There is an outside area in the back that is quite spacious and has a nice vibe. One of the most interesting things was there was some type of flash bingo game going on which involved playing samples of popular one hit wonders, which I enjoyed guessing. I definitely plan to go back! read more

Mode Brewing - Polenta fries - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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Absolute Hidden Gem. All their beer is brewed in house and all of their pasta is made fresh daily.

Mode Brewing is a total vibe! This family owned business gives true meaning about the family that cooks together... You want to try Mode. You need to try Mode. This has become my fun hangout spot with friends, family, and it's a fun date night spot. What was a food truck, it's now all grown up into a cool restaurant. The interior has the cool side of the food truck as part of the interior. On one side, the brother (Jeff) is brewing up some tasty craft beer ! He knows his brew! The sister and BIL, (Randy & Tracy) along with "mom", are cooking up some delicious food. You'll want to order it all. Just do it! Everything is seriously tasty! Short rib ragu. This is a sin that it tastes so good. Pasta. Short ribs. Sauce. Mix that all together, and you won't want to leave. The Italian stallion. It tastes as good as it sounds. It's meaty. It's cheesy. It is perfection. Because dessert is a must... you will want Nana's balls. Mom knows dessert, and these fried ice cream balls will make you wonder why your mom didn't create these. Order 4. One isn't enough. Even if you're full. Craft beer. Good good. Good desserts. This is the place to try! read more

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Great food, awesome ambience, and a gem of an establishment. Come for a beer and the fried artichokes (soo delicious ! )

Really enjoy the food, beers, and ambiance at Mode. But the taller skinny guy (not sure if he's management or not) who typically pours the beer had a terrible attitude that last few time my wife and I visited and I usually chalk it up to stress and being busy. But tonight he was so incredibly rude to my wife and it just doesn't sit right. The guy should try some professionalism and candor if working the customers. Totally ruined the vibe and we won't be returning. read more

I love delicious beer and vegan food, so put those two things together under the same roof and this is definitely a brewery I can get behind. As someone who doesn't worship at the altar of the IPA, it was so refreshing to see a variety of beers that included maltier styles as well. Of the dozen taps available when I visited, I tried the Globetrotter (Oktoberfest) and Pioneer (American brown ale) and enjoyed them both. The food at Mode is casual American-Italian. Small personal pizzas, paninis, and pasta dishes. I first learned of Mode during last year's Sacramento Vegan Chef Challenge, so was happy to see that they still had many vegan options on the menu. The vegan polenta fries were perfectly crispy, well-seasoned, and came with ample dipping sauces - I would definitely get those again to share. The vegan Great White pizzetta was fantastic! I'm picky about a sourdough crust and this one was spot on, as were the toppings. I highly recommend trying it. You might drive right past this spot and miss it, but don't be fooled by the little parking lot out front (there's a huge area behind the building). Inside is small, but the dog-friendly patio out back is where it's at. Several shaded tables make this an ideal spot for groups too. There's even a water feature - a large koi pond with water flowing through repurposed keg taps. Clever. I also liked how you could run a tab that was connected to both ordering food from the kitchen and ordering beer from the brewery, which are on opposite sides of the building. It's a smart set up and keeps the wait time to a minimum. I'll definitely be back for more of their beer (hellooooo Pumpkin Ale) and vegan food options. Check them out! read more

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I was glad to see that they had other styles represented besides IPA: amber, brown ale, Oktoberfest. I enjoyed the latter two! The food was pretty decent! They had a number of tasty selections on the menu. Things are made fresh to order and are served up piping hot. The Vampire Slayer (garlicked) cheese pizza, in particular, is novelty cut in tiny squares so sharing around as appetizer bites is easy. The front of the brew pub is small, but once inside, you can see the spacious patio area out back. There are several/many wood picnic tables spaced apart with a nice water fountain feature central to the space. It's a good place for groups to meet up. This was my first visit, but definitely not my last. The combination of good beers AND good eats make returning here a no-brainer. Note: they close at 7pm on Sundays. read more

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The food was really tasty. They have a great gluten free menu and nice selection of beers and ciders on tap. The guy was super cool. The outside area was a great place to enjoy a meal and you can bring your pup! read more

Mode Brewing - GF Adult Mac and Cheese (with cauliflower gnocchi) - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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Mode makes great brews and delicious food with a menu that changes pretty regularly. The owners and staff are all super nice. There's extensive outdoor seating at picnic tables and a couple of bars to sit at inside. They have fun events such as Puppy Adoption days, outdoor movies during the holidays, even a kid vendor day. A great family place to kick back and relax, especially when the weather is nice for sitting outside. And you can bring your dog too! read more

The Short Rib Ragu is insanely delicious. The staff is so nice everytime I pickup food for my wife and I. We have always gotten our food to-go, but the inside is nice and it would absolutely be a place I'd like to take the wife for date night. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

So we came for the first time today ever, even though we have drove post it many times, the owners are nice and the brewery and the outdoor was clean and they had fish also you can feed and they had games and more. I'm happy they had more then just beer on tap but my husband said there beer was really good he kept going back to the pumpkin beer. I kept with the cider but they have beer and wine and way more wine cider. Our service was ok, it wasn't The best with the owners they just didn't seem to care too much. I'm hoping if we have a next visit it will be better. And yes there food looks great and everything but there patio area needs to way cleaned up and everything it can be way better we sat out there most of the time and there was so much bugs and everything else...I want to return to this place but only if it's better read more

Nice local hangout. The beer has good variety and you can tell it's made with care. It does get a bit busy, but still a good experience.

What a great local brewery. There is a parking lot in front of the business and we were greeted right away. There is a small area for seating inside and a nice outside area where you can bring your dog. They also offer food so we ordered some food and beer. We got a couple of the pizzas and they were yummy. We got the Hog Wild and Vampire Slayer. The owners are so nice and we were talking about their beers and the food. We also appreciated they offer Nitty's Cider which is also good. I really enjoyed the Swashbuckler and the Pumpkin ale. We really enjoyed talking with a couple of the owners and you can see they are passionate about their beer and brewery. We bought a couple of t-shirts also as we liked the logo and QR code. Outside were many tables and corn hole was available. There is also a well with fish in there. Stop by and check it out. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Went here on a cold Friday night a couple weeks back with a friend. We played one of their vintage video games and had a blast. Then we got a beer and some appetizers, the Artichoke Hearts and the Polenta something or other. We sat out in back next to one of their space heaters after we checked out their koi pond. The vibe was great. The service was very friendly. Definitely cool to see a spot like this in Orangevale. read more

This place is great for: a solo date, a casual date night out, a meet up with some friends, or an outing with your doggo or kiddos. Beers, hard ciders, and sodas. Casual yet creative food options that won't break the bank. FYI: Vegan food is available! Limited indoor seating but ample outdoor seating with games, fire pits, picnic benches, lighting, and a lovely little water fountain to set the ambient vibes. read more

What a find!!! Discovered this place totally by accident. Was looking for a dinner place with outdoor space so my kids could run around while we wait for food. This place was just that, and more!! Love the menu, some great options. We ordered a pizza, corn chowder, short rib ragu, polenta fries. All very delicious! Our little ones got to run around their fenced in outdoor seating area (yay they can't run off into the street because it's fenced in). Husband & I also enjoyed drinks while waiting for food, loved the sangria cider! Our boys loved playing with the giant four score board. I promised my kid ice cream earlier that day so decided to try the ice cream balls and OMG!!! We had the apple pie and Reese lightening and just so impressed with how rich and delicious these ice cream bars were. Next time we'll order and try all 4! Very unique, never had "ice cream balls" before, highly recommend trying! You order and pay inside and they bring the food out to you. The cashier lady was very helpful and informative about the menu selections. Very pleasant dinner experience for our family, will definitely be back! read more

Mode Brewing - Outdoor dining area - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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No complaints, everything made fresh to order. Good customer service. Shrimp scampi 10/10 light fresh a hint of spice Fried artichoke 10/10 batter light pairs well with dip Ceasar salad 9/10 heavy on the lemon, fresh Italian stallion 10/10 fresh, nice portion read more

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The pizzas are excellent with some original recipes! They even have delicious gluten free crust. Their menu changes, which is great! Service is very good and they have outdoor seating where dogs are allowed. read more

Food is absolutely delicious and the selection of beer id great. They also have cider and wine. The environment is very inviting and beautiful and the staff is very friendly. read more

Mode Brewing - Fried artichokes - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

I really wish this place was better than it is, since we live down the street. Unfortunately, everything here is terrible. Rude service, disgusting food, bland ambience, and an overpriced menu. I'd go into more detail, but instead I'll just give writing this review as much of a damn as Mode's employees give on providing you with competent customer service, which is none. read more

Such a great spot! The vibe is super laid-back with great service. But the real standout for me was the onion dip -- hands down one of the best I've had. Creamy, flavorful, and dangerously addicting. Perfect with their house chips and pairs so well with a cold beer. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! P.S. If they ever decide to add fish & chips to the menu with that lemon aioli -- it would be spectacular. read more

Happy hour at @modebrewing.kitchen! They have lots of vegan options, beers, ciders, wine, indoor seating, and a huge gated outdoor space. It's very kid-friendly with games like giant Connect Four and board games, plus a koi pond where kids can feed the fish. The food was also delicious, I had the pesto pasta and sangria cider, both so great! The staff was also very friendly! (instagram: jax.vegan.eats) read more

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We have been to Mode many times over the years and every time the food is excellent! My absolute favorite is the Short Rib Ragu and my husband loves the Polenta Fries. I wish I got a picture but the food was gone too quick! Everyone in the place was friendly and kind. They have a cool laidback patio that is great when the weather is nice too! We will be back again soon. read more

This is one of those places that really solidifies the rule that if your food isn't outstanding, your service better be. And if your service isn't great, the food better make up for it. Sadly, this place had neither good food OR good service. It was unwelcoming from the start, as both people working seemed irritated that there was somebody at the counter needing to place an order. I don't need an over-the-top greeting, but being made to feel like a burden because I'm patronizing their establishment was such an odd feeling. They weren't busy at all either, so it wasn't like they were overwhelmed. Both employees that were there are obviously the owners, and they seem completely burnt out. There was no joy in what they were doing, and they seemed miserable to be there. When I told them it was our first time in, they couldn't care less. If this restaurant was somehow their baby at one point, those days are long gone. They both clearly hate what they are doing at this point. We ordered salads and appetizers as well as a pizza. Everything came out at one time. I should say, everything was put up in the window for me to pick up at the same time. There's no actual service, but I didn't realize that until after I had tipped the 20% on and already overpriced bill. They just make your food and put it in the window and you go pick it up yourself. You also have to get your own water, which is room temperature. They don't clear your plates, they don't ask you if you want your food packed up, nothing The lettuce on the salad was warm as though it had been sitting out for a long time. It was limp and lackluster. After we ate a couple bites, we pushed it to the side. We tried the beer battered artichokes, which were OK, but super greasy. The flavor was all right, and if I had to pick something that was halfway decent out of everything that we ordered, they would be it. But they still were Just kind of OK. The pizza was terrible. I don't know how else to put it. The crust felt like those one dollar Totino's pizza that you get on sale at Safeway in the freezer section. The tomatoes on top were nice, but there's no way to enjoy good toppings when the rest of the pizza is really terrible. The sauce was bland, the cheese was bland, the crust was horrible, and there was zero flavor to the whole thing. It makes me really sad to see a place with such good potential so clearly headed for closure. I have to say if the owners were even halfway nice, I never would've left a bad review. But the food and the service being terrible, and it costing $50 after tip is just ridiculous. I can't support a business that doesn't care that I just put money in their pockets. If you guys are burnt out, just go figure out something else to do, because you are clearly miserable. And it's super unfair to take it out of your customers. read more

Cool spot! Very fun ambiance, I can see it getting SUPER hot in the summer time though. read more

Mode Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

We ate off the vegan menu. Ask when you arrive and they will give it to you. The side salad was nice with artichoke hearts, olives, tomato and red onion. I ate the Jamaica me crazy pizza and it looks like a nice char on the crust. My husband got gnocchi which he liked. Nice chill atmosphere for weekend dining outside read more

Mode Brewing - Vegan pizza and side salad - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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My husband and I came here randomly for a date night. The service was great, and I liked that there is an outdoor eating area. However, the food was not very good. I got a beef noodle dish and my husband had a pizza. The cider that I got was decent. I hate to say this about a local spot, but I don't think we will return based on the food. read more

They now have brunch! It's as delicious as everything else we've ever had there. We ordered eggs in purgatory, breakfast pizza and the French toast. read more

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The food was really good. I enjoyed the pasta and the pizza was good. You basically order inside and sit wherever you would like. We brought our dog and so it was a Friday night and we sat in the patio. I like that they have heating lamps throughout and even a koi fish pond in the center. read more

Mode Brewing - Outdoor seating - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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We loved this place! Mode is owner operated with both craft beer and Italian food which were both great...great outdoor space..we had our kids and grandkids and were visiting from Ohio and looking for a place like Mode! This is definitely a place to enjoy an evening with friends.. read more

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First time and really enjoyed it! The environment was welcoming and relaxing on the patio. No rush as I didn't feel pressured to eat and leave. Yes, you have to self serve from placing the order to bussing the table. The menu was small but varied and the food was amazing. We ordered the fettuccine and Caesar with shrimp, yummy. read more

Finally came back and was disappointed to see a clear decline in food quality. The short rib ragu was gooey and underwhelming, the Caesar salad tasted worse than store-bought, and while the Spicy Stallion pizza had good flavor, the crust tasted undercooked. They also didn't have ranch (which feels essential with pizza). On top of that, the staff was kind of rude. Overall, very disappointing and I won't be returning. read more

Love this place! Good food, good beer and ciders. The outdoor patio is so nice! Adirondacks, firepit, water feature. What more do you need? What a gem and only 5 minutes from our house. Score!!! Mode is my new go-to! Do not leave without ordering the ice cream balls!!! read more

Mode Brewing - Ice cream balls - Breweries Near Me - Orangevale, California

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This place has really good food and good beer. My only complaint is that it can take a long time to get your food when they get busy.

This is an amazing family owned business and the food is always delicious and their specials are exciting. They always provide great service for food or drinks. Love coming here any day of the week! read more