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    Motorworks Brewing

    3.6 (582 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Cinzia pizza sandwich
    Wendy B.

    This is our 2nd visit to this location. We were in town to do a 5k and the restaurants were all packed with holiday parties so we went a little further from our hotel to eat and drink where we knew the food was good. I absolutely love the creamy feta and hot honey appetizer! The smashburger and fries with a lager made my husband very happy. My son liked the ravioli, although it was more of a vodka sauce than a bolognese. I had the Cinzia pizza sandwich which was far too much food so I only ate the insides and a little crust. Would visit again and recommend to others.

    Beer garden
    Mark C.

    When traffic was stopped, we couldn't move. Low and behold we were right in front of Motorworks. Just had to go in to let traffic lighten up. Glad we did. Very wide selection of beer. Being a Monday, just walked right up to the bar, no waiting and got a very good Scottish Ale. Nice afternoon and headed out to the beer garden. It's very big and relaxing with a HUGE tree as the centerpiece. Very cool and a great way to unwind from the traffic jam. Had eaten a late lunch so didn't eat but they did have a food cart/truck available. Even if you are not stuck in traffic, do not pass by Motorworks!

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    We've given Motorworks multiple chances because the outdoor ambiance and live music are genuinely great--but the rest of the experience continues to fall short. The drink list has gotten noticeably smaller over time and is pretty underwhelming. Beer options are limited, and they're often out of multiple selections, which gets frustrating. Even when available, the beers and cocktails are just okay--nothing that really stands out or makes you want to come back specifically for the drinks. Not having a full kitchen is another downside. The food truck works if you need something quick, but it feels overpriced for the quality and doesn't elevate the overall experience. The staff has always been friendly and upbeat, which we appreciate. There is also a manager/owner presence that can come across a bit cocky at times, but that's not the main issue here. The bigger frustration is that this place has so much potential--it has the space, the vibe, and the crowd. It could easily be a standout spot if there were more attention put into expanding the drink selection, improving quality, and creating a more well-rounded food experience. Right now, it just feels like it's not being prioritized.

    Suzanne M.

    This place was dead when we stopped by, not their fault, it was early on a week day. We needed guidance since we weren't familiar with the beer. The bartender was seemingly high as a kite and not helpful as we ordered a flight. The inside smelled like wet mop. The outside was pretty neat, and I imagine it's a good time when there are other patrons. I can't remember the last time I disliked beer so much I didn't drink it... but that happened here.

    Strawberry Drift mocktail
    Joan E.

    We stopped by to sample their beer, since we'd only ever had one (pulp friction) at a restaurant. My husband had a flight of IPAs, and his favorite was the Intellectual. I was happy they had 2 mocktails to choose from and liked the Strawberry Drift. Traffic nearby was really backed up, so be sure to use your GPS for the fastest route.

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    Always a great time Here! Love the atmosphere and the outdoor games. We always ask for Kelsey the server because she is Awesome!

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    Very good selection of beers. They have fast service, enough parking space and live music on weekends.

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    Richard thank you for the review!

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    Patrick, thank you for the review!!

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    Love the outdoor area. Huge area with great tree for shade. Very casual, music all day on Saturday. Hamburgers are big and good.

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    Ask the Community - Motorworks Brewing

    What time does the kitchen close?

    They do not actually have their own kitchen. They work with several other businesses and food trucks that bring in food from their locations. The time can very based on the day and some places are not available everyday.

    Days and hours?

    Right at the bottom of their web page. Hours sometimes change, so posting here isn't a great idea.

    Are there dart boards here?

    Hi Lisa, YES! we have two electronic dart boards + a bunch of other games to play (corn hole,… 

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    Had dinner there this evening. The restaurant looks very charming on the outside and has a very…read morenice beer garten. We requested to sit outside, however it rained so we sat inside. Upon walking in, the impression is very authentic German. We were seated promptly although waitress thought we were with a party of 6 and it was just my husband & I. Seated us and we ordered drinks and shortly thereafter we ordered the food. It arrived quickly, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the overall dining experience did not meet our expectations. The potato pancakes lacked flavor and were quite bland. The Wiener schnitzel was especially disappointing -- the veal was very difficult to cut, and the breading fell off almost immediately, causing the dish to fall apart. It did not feel like an authentic German preparation. The rouladen was just ok, lacking flavor also. We were quite surprised, particularly since the owner is from Berlin. It seemed clear that the owner is not the chef or directly involved in the kitchen. My husband is from Germany so we know what authentic German food is. On a positive note, the music was authentic and added a nice touch to the atmosphere, which we did enjoy.

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    Stumbled upon this gem via Yelp and we were very pleased I did. My husband and I went out for a…read morelate dinner Tuesday so it wasn't very busy. We sat at a high top in the bar area which was very inviting with a lot of classic wooden bar vibes. We had an engaging and attentive server and the bartender served up a great mojito for me. We ordered the lobster escargot appetizer which was really good. This is one of our favorite apps that are "go tos" at 2 of our favorite places. This one is going on that list as well. My husband had the brick house side salad- what's not to like? Great song, great side salad with good mix of ingredients. I had shepherds pie for my entree and hubby had the seafood gumbo. The shepherds pie was so tasty, not saucy at all, yet very umami forward. Just yum! I can't speak to the gumbo only to say that my husband liked it and said that it was made with very high quality ingredients and was also very tasty. We will definitely be back. There are several things we'd like to try next time... Overall very pleased we tried O'Bricks.

    Went for a family dinner and had a great time…read more Nice bar/restaurant, great for families, groups, and happy hour. Great menu for both dinner and smaller bites - perfect for any occasion. I had the grouper with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was amazing! The fish was fresh and cooked perfectly, very firm.. flavorful.. and flaky. Their wine selection was VERY good... a wide variety to select from: California, Argentina, France, Germany, Italy - I was very impressed. Staff were all very nice and welcoming which also helped with the experience. Parking is a little tricky.. we did street parking - I am not sure if there are parking garages/lots nearby.. but we went with metered street parking. Would I go back? Yes, for sure!

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    Oak & Stone

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    So I wanted to come here - I don't usually write reviews - and also for concept I'm a Chef -…read more My husband and I (locals) ended up at this restaurant at 11am on a wednesday and went upstairs for drinks and a pizzas The OLD FASHIONED was amazing but we ended up waiting an hour for our pizza by which time we had finished our drinks I asked the server if we could get a comp drink since we didn't want to buy more drinks for our pizza THEY COMPLETELY DELIVERED - within seconds I had a new Old Fashioned and my husband a beer - to the point I tipped both the bartender and server in cash!! The PIZZA as usual was beyond outstanding When I got home I called the Manager to let her know how awesome her staff were in handling the situation and keeping it special for us (we are both retired on pensions so we don't got out that often) Not only did she thank me - she told me there would be TWO free pizzas for us the next time we came in and was so sweet and kind What could have become a bad situation was made better and better and we can't wait to go back I loved this restaurant for the food and the amazing view and it really is a treat to go there - now they have my complete loyalty!!

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    5.0(3 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Cool venue for weddings, corporate events and more. Came for the St Augustine Food & Wine Fest…read morewhich was okay. Cool to try new stuff but I wasn't impressed. The Lakewood Ranch Food & Wine Fest is sooo much better. Keeps you busy the entire time. Also it rained on us while being there and the are was muddy or didn't think about being covered. They have a lot of improving to do for that festival.

    We held our rehearsal dinner at the Riverhouse for my son and daughter-in-law's wedding the next…read moreday. About 30 guests were in attendance. We chose this venue because of it's location in proximity to the wedding (Baker's Ranch), the price, the menu, and mostly because of the room itself and the views of the sunset over the Manatee River. When we first met with Cindi many months ago, she already knew the time of sunset on March 9. That speaks for itself. We set the end of cocktail hour to coincide with that time, and worked everything backwards from there for the rehearsal. The sun cooperated on the day of the event and everything was magical. We choose an open bar, appetizers, and a menu of about five entrees. The food was all very good, but I wouldn't call it excellent. The mahi-mahi was a tad too done. The brisket was close to excellent. I didn't have the island tacos, but heard they were a hit. The coconut shrimp was perfect. So a mix. Appetizers were generous. We selected "premium level" beer and wine and liquor for the bar. Mostly I was happy with that choice - good beer and liquor, except I felt that the Chardonnay options brought it down a notch. We asked for a slightly better Chardonnay, and the best we could get was still not so great. Wine lovers need a little more value in an event like this, and a better white would help to improve the overall value of the premium selection. The venue and the staff are the reason the rating is high. Cindi was very helpful and accommodating from the time we first met in the fall, but really showed her professionalism on the night of the event. She and her team were friendly and helpful, paying attention to detail and flexible in meeting our needs. Big kudos to the staff!

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