Kicking off Oktoberfest the right way!We had the Nelson IPA and the East Bay flight, and everything…read morewas excellent. The Smashburger was really good, and the chicken tenders and fries were delicious too. Customer service was an A+--friendly, attentive, and excellent from start to finish. Great food, great drinks, and great service. Definitely a great place to kick off Oktoberfest!

Good burgers and beer…read more Get rid of the QR Code bullshit though , and then ask us to tip based upon having scanned our own QR code.

I come in once every six months or so. Griffin consistently greets me like I'm family, remembers my…read morepreferences, and makes me.feel.welcome and safe. Wouldn't go anywhere else!

Had a really nice experience in the Tap room. We were helped by the bartender, Griffin and he was…read moregreat! Great personality, attentive to all his patrons... overall just a joy. Ordered mango & strawberry margaritas both were delicious. Then had cobb salad, lamb meatballs and California Mac& cheese. The Mac&cheese was not noteworthy. The salad and the lamb in marinara sauce was fantastic. What a great "cheers" feel bar space. Watched a Warriors game... all was perfect. Thank you, Shame

Came in on a mission for a good Manhattan and walked out impressed. I asked for one built on…read moreRittenhouse Bottled-in-Bond rye, and Sevan behind the bar knew exactly where to go with it. Fantastic drink. My friend tasted mine and ordered the same. The selection is the draw here. Whiskey lines the entire back wall, the rarer bottles sit behind wire-mesh locked cabinets, and there is a deep bench of tequila, beer on tap, and wine to round things out. One look at the shelves tells you they have the base for any drink you want. We split the Margherita flatbread, pesto, fresh mozzarella, and blistered cherry tomatoes, and it hit the spot as a drinking snack. The menu goes deeper than expected for a bar, with sliders, naan tacos, and charcuterie if you show up hungry. Service was good considering the staff-to-crowd ratio. Sevan stayed attentive the whole time and clearly knows his stuff. The vibe is chill and conversation-friendly, not too loud for the size of the room, with a bank of TVs toward the back if you want to catch a game. Logistics are easy. The bar sits a short walk from Pleasant Hill BART and parking in the area was no trouble. I've been a few times before and this visit confirmed why I keep coming back. For a high quality cocktail in the East Bay, this is the spot.

For beverage choices, H&S gets 5 stars. For food, one star. And while the servers are nice and good…read moreat their jobs, if there is only one covering the whole restaurant, the service is sssllloooowwww. I blame ownership for being cheap and not wanting to pay for enough servers. Lastly - DON'T ORDER THE KETTLE CHIPS! They used to make their own, but now they charge $4 for a bag of kettle brand chips tossed on a plate. Eew.

I really love this place , came out here to visit my homegirl who lives in concord and we heard…read morethey had an amazing happy hour. And that the food was delicious and a very reasonable price! We arrived right at 3pm when HH starts and were greeted immediately by the host who told us we could sit anywhere at the bar , once we sat we were greeted by Julez who was such a great help and let us try a few beers until we found one we really liked. The food came out and it was great , we tried the pizza, the ahi tuna nachos, and the wings . Everything was great. Good sports bar with a ton of TV's definitely recommend to sit at the bar for HH

I hate to write a negative review. I didn't even get a chance to eat…read more My partner and I went here at 4:30ish pm on Sunday for a nice early dinner. A rush of people had left the restaurant at the same time because a sports game ended. The time to get seated was incredibly short, taking less than 5 minutes for us two. Once seated the hostess did not offer us anything, instead saying someone else would come help us and she hurried off. We sat for over twenty minutes without a single server speaking to us. In that time we had four separate parties of 1-4 all be seated around us. They all were given drinks either by hosts or servers. Two of them had orders taken. We were not asked how we were. Even after activating the "need waiter" mode on the tablet every single server ignored us. I know mistakes happen, a rush had ended and we may have been lost in the shuffle. Every server who looked at us and the tablet could have checked in. It was clearly bright and alerting. The restaurant wasn't incredibly busy, as our section was mostly empty when we entered. As we were getting up one of the servers looked at both of us, the alerting tablet on the table, and then towards the table next to us and asked if they needed help. I have to mention that all the people who were served before us were white. Most of their servers were. The hostess who sat us down also was. We are an interracial couple. I am very visibly middle eastern. It felt incredibly targeted. We would tip as much as any other party. We wouldn't treat the staff poorly. All we did was have a brown guy at the table. When we went to hand our menus and unused utensils back to the hosts the only host who showed any concern and attempted to help wasn't white. She offered to get us reseated and immediately helped. Considering the racist treatment towards us by the other staff we declined. We left promptly. I would love for someone from the management team to reach out and look at any footage of the incident to clarify what might've happened. Our reservation at check in was under my partners name and placed at 4:34pm.

I've been coming to Rotator for years, and it's still my favorite local spot in Walnut Creek. The…read moreaddition of wine is such a great bonus! I love meeting friends here, but it's also one of the few places I genuinely enjoy going by myself because I always end up running into someone I know or meeting someone new while sitting at the big bar. The staff always makes me feel safe and welcome, too. They're always hosting fun events, it's a great place to watch sports, and I love that I can bring my dog along. I know some people are disappointed that Rotator is now required to be 21+ with the addition of wine, something many customers had been been asking for over the years. The owners are parents themselves, so I imagine this wasn't a decision they made lightly. Families with younger kids still have several great brewery options nearby. If you're looking for great beer, wine, friendly people, and a welcoming neighborhood hangout, it's hard to beat.

We went here for a quick suds amongst errands. I had not been here for awhile…read morebut it was a low key afternoon. I had noticed a new chicken.vending machine in the brewery. It is an automated machine they makes you fried chicken nuggets in the spot. For a small fee we had a small little cup nuggets. We had a couple beers and also ordered a Burger from the pound 4 pound food truck on site. I ordered a Rice Lager and a Pilsner for the suds and enjoyed the quaint cozy ambiance of the small taproom. Definitely worth a stop if you want a chill atmosphere taproom.

LOVE this spot. It's got character. They carry different beers and ciders and things that you can't…read morereally find anywhere else nearby. The atmosphere is great. Trivia on Wednesday's with Luis is a highlight for us. I highly recommend you check this out!

Still a great spot. Definitely don't get stuck downtown. Check this place out. Big selection on…read moretap

My review is for two reasons:…read more 1. I visited with my Dad because he loves beer (and he loved the IPA - cannot recall the specific one - on a late afternoon when I had some work to do. It was so nice to sit on their beautiful patio and enjoy a beer while finishing some work for the day. 2. They made a gift card donation to California Bully Rescue that I had reached out to them as a request for an auction. Most establishments ignored my outreach and I was really grateful for their contribution and acknowledgement. We will definitely be back.

Given I was here on a date in the evening time on a Friday, I was not impressed. Way too many kids…read morerunning around. This seemed like a spot where parents take their kids and don't attend to them very well. But I can't blame the establishment for that, I was more annoyed at my date for picking this spot. That and well he didn't ask if I drank beer, which I don't! That and they don't serve any food here outside of the food truck. So as a date spot, I do not recommend.

As someone that used to work in the same shopping center as Eureka, I always noticed how big of a…read morecrowd they attract! This past weekend I got a chance to try it with my boyfriend, who's already had it once before. We decided to go in around 8pm on a Saturday. We attempted to call beforehand to check in with how busy the restaurant was as we were both starving and wanted food asap! We weren't able to get past their automated answer choices, so we decided to take a risk and go in. Upon arrival, it was a joy to see that there was not many people eating as well as no waitlist to be seated. We got seated immediately by what seems to be the restaurant manager. He was nice and made us feel welcome. Our server for the night whom I forgot the name of, was sweet and responsive to our needs as well! We were pleasantly surprised by how empty the restaurant was. We both ordered burgers, which my bf had recommended to me based on the one other time he came. Our food came out so quickly, I would say just around 10 minutes! I got their "Eureka! American" with cheddar cheese rather than swiss. Oh my gosh, it was one of the best burgers I've had! It was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. My bf got the Bacon Jalapeño Jam Burger which he liked, but said the bread was almost too sweet for his liking. It's also worth noting that their bathrooms were super clean and taken care of, which is usually not the case at these type of restaurants. I can't wait to come back and try their truffle fries next! I definitely wish I tried them that night but it just gives me an excuse to come back!

No longer happy hour... now mediocre hour. This place used to be exceptional... we used to always…read morecome to this happy hour and so much has changed. Now why would they change something that was working so well? The experience really has something left to be desired now. For one the burger is no longer on the happy hour menu, The sweet potato fries no longer have honey on them, And the truffle fries no longer have the sauce on the side Really don't appreciate the cost cutting.

Tucked into an industrial park in north Concord, Epidemic Ales is exactly the kind of unpretentious…read moreneighborhood brewery you want in your rotation. The vibe is casual and family-friendly, with a great mix of indoor and outdoor seating. TVs are scattered around for catching a game, and if you're in the mood to do more than just drink, they've got a couple of pinball machines, a free-play Street Fighter II cabinet, and a billiards table. It's a fun, low-key setup whether you're there for a quick pint or settling in for the afternoon. Service has been good every time with friendly staff. The beer selection is where they really shine. Core beers like Nightshade and Zombrew anchor the lineup, backed up by a solid rotation of seasonals, sours, etc., so there's always something new to try alongside old favorites. They've also got premade cocktail options for anyone not in a beer mood. If you want to take some home, they do growler and crowler fills, plus they keep cans on hand and ready to go. On the food side, they've got snacks in-house, plus a rotating food truck that changes day to day -- check their website before heading over so you know what's parked outside. And if none of that appeals, you're welcome to bring your own food in. Prices are a good value across the board. If you're around on a Thursday, they run trivia night with Geeks Who Drink, a solid excuse to make it a regular stop rather than a one-off. Overall, this is a great spot for a local craft beer and some laid-back hangout time. I'd recommend it to anyone -- beer geeks who want to dig into the seasonal lineup, or anyone who just wants a chill, family-friendly spot to grab a pint and catch a game.

Amazing beers every time no matter what you try. I highly recommend this place. It's great…read moreatmosphere at the brewery too. I have to go when there is a concert I am sure it would even more fun.

We originally discovered Hop Grenade when we moved to the neighborhood. As craft beer lovers,…read morefinding a spot within walking distance felt like hitting the jackpot. What started as a convenient local hangout has become one of our favorite places over the last three years. Hop Grenade has truly become a second home. The staff are always welcoming, friendly, and genuinely care about their customers. We love seeing familiar faces and catching up with the regulars. It has such a great community feel that can be hard to find these days. The beer selection is hands down one of the best around, and the prices are hard to beat. I also love that they've expanded their offerings to include wine and wine-based cocktails, which means there's something for everyone. The food is great too! We always look forward to Wing Wednesday, and the flatbreads are one of our go-to orders. One of our favorite things about Hop Grenade is bringing friends and family here when they're visiting from out of town. We recently took some wedding guests to the Thursday night music and market event, and they absolutely loved it. One of them even joked that he was ready to move here after experiencing the atmosphere. That's the kind of place Hop Grenade is...it makes people feel welcome and part of the community right away. Because Hop Grenade has been such a big part of our lives, booking the Tap Bus for our wedding was a no-brainer. It felt special to incorporate something so personal to us into our big day. For those who don't know, Hop Grenade has an awesome vintage VW bus outfitted with taps. Not only did it make for a unique and fun focal point at our wedding, but it also served some of the best beer, cider, seltzer, and wine our guests could ask for. We received so many compliments throughout the night about both the Tap Bus and the drink selection. Justin and his team were fantastic to work with from start to finish and helped make our wedding even more memorable. Whether you're stopping by for a drink, grabbing some food, attending one of their community events, or looking for a unique beverage service for an event, Hop Grenade delivers every time. We're lucky to have them in our community and can't recommend them enough.

I guess I need to put my review in since this gem I was trying to keep to myself has done nothing…read morebut have me crave their menu weekly lol. I'm afraid of sharing their specials that the place will start getting so packed where we can't get a table anymore lol but here it goes. I have came to the Hop Grenade for years and they have never disappointed. Their beers are delicious and always have a great menu to choose from. They have clean accessible bathrooms and parking is hit and miss since it is in the middle of downtown. They do allow dogs but only outside not inside. So they have their wing special on Wednesday's which is the big secret I didn't want to share. One because their wings are the best wings I've ever had. On top of that their flatbread pizza is amazing as well. Like they make their own dough or something. But this is the brewery to hit up if you want some delicious food and great beer. Put it this way, for me the wings and pizza are that good where I order take out lol. Oh ya and their service is top notch.