Love this spot Nice…read morethey have NA beer options too Trivia Friday is so fun Their pretzel is so good Kids have fun too

Staff were great, drinks were great, regulars were extremely friendly and made us feel like family…read moreas soon as we sat down. The environment is loud, which is to be expected with a lot of people having a good time. I wasn't able to experience the food this time around. Seems like everyone there genuinely enjoys the company and community this bar creates! It certainly was an experience and I'm looking forward to my next visit.

String Sports Brewery is, at first glance, a brewery. But spend a few minutes inside and you'll…read morerealize it's also a quiet tribute to basketball culture, local loyalty, and unexpectedly onion ring excellence. I arrived unaware of its history, but the owner's love for basketball is unmistakable, and the locals reflect that same devotion... not just to the sport, but to the space itself. There's an ease here, a sense that people aren't just passing through. I took a seat at the bar, did what one does in such environments, and ordered an IPA. It was solid... confident, balanced, exactly what you'd hope for. But then came the onion rings, which I ordered based on a subtle but unmistakable social cue: everyone else seemed to be eating them. Reader, they were correct. These were not mere onion rings. These were structurally sound, texturally precise, and philosophically complete. Large, fully cooked onions, no trace of that unpleasant raw bite, encased in a crisp, golden coating that somehow maintained its integrity from first bite to last. Crunchy, consistent, and deeply satisfying. Naturally, I paired them with blue cheese dressing because I'm from upstate New York, and that is not a preference, it is doctrine.

Went to watch the jags game today and the experience today was much improved from my last visit!…read more I had a Bullet Bob IPA that was pretty good! Would totally have it again. I arrived a little bit later than the rest of my group and they had already ordered several apps for the table. I did not come hungry this trip, so I just munched on the boiled peanuts. They were spectacular. The service was wonderful! The employees were all very engaged with the customers. And what a great place to watch the game! An abundance of TVs and what's better than hanging out with fellow jags fans?! Plenty of seating, indoor and outdoor options. And just a fun place to be. I'm officially a fan now and will for sure check this out on a more regular basis. No pics because I was too busy being blown away by the Jags performance today! Duuuuuvallllll

I'll confess - I'm not a beer drinker but I do enjoy a good sour. My first visit to Fishweir was an…read moreexcellent experience due to their Level Up (PB & J) sour, the vibe, and learning of their no tipping policy because the bartenders make a living wage. I discovered that last part from one of the friendly bartenders in a moment of panic when I didn't see an option to add a tip when paying by card. I plan to visit again soon on a Wednesday so I can also enjoy the Murray Hill Farmers Market which they host from 5-8pm.

Stopped by for a beer after work and had the Lazy River Pilsner which was really refreshing and…read morealso ordered the Beer of the week called the All Ryle'd up which had that West Coast Hoppyness to it. It was alright, but preferred the LRP as it had more flavor. You can also order food and got the Hot Chicken Sandwich which paired well with the beers, spice level medium was just right lol Amazing ambiance here as you can see that it is very family-friendly, they have an arcade, game room and they also have Trivia Tuesdays too! Super service from Amber and thank you for the recommendations during my visit, will definitely let my friends know about this sweet spot!

I love this brewery! It has something for everyone. The beers are perfect, the staff is awesome and…read morethe CB one is exactly what I look for!

The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure that every visitor feels welcome. They…read moreoften have live music on the weekends, which adds to the vibrant atmosphere. The outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying a sunny afternoon, and there's even a small play area for the little ones. Their rotating selection of craft beers means there's always something new to try, and the seasonal brews are a highlight. Don't miss out on their food trucks, which offer a variety of delicious options that pair perfectly with their beer. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this brewery is definitely worth a visit. It's a great spot to unwind, catch up with friends, or spend quality time with the family. Highly recommend checking it out!

4.5 Really enjoy the…read morewings here- all flats, super flavorful. Dry roasted b with side sauces. Prefer plain with all in the side. It tried something different and they were really good. I always crave their wings. Always a good vibe, large open area. Inside and outside seating,it's of TVs. Good bar and food order service.

$6 burger on mondays! Super tasty food, wings were so dang good and crispy…read more Beers are awesome great place to hang inside and out. Alyssa was a really fun bartender! Made us feel at home and went out of her way to take care of us!

Neat little brewery! I like the vibes and selection of beer here! I also love that they also sell…read morekombucha here!

Cute new place. Not too big. Small outdoor area. Beer was pretty good. Only did a flight this time…read more But would try again.

This brewery name was associated with the Bearded Buffalo which went under and the moved the name…read moreto the Phoenix bowling alley but have never brewed anything yet. I hope the do get all their permits and license approved so the can get this up and running. I am looking forward to seeing a successful brewery there! This is a prime location that the owner just bought the adjacent Procyon the water.

***This review is from their soft opening. I will update when they are fully open.***…read more IN SUMMARY: to quote my 10-year-old, "I want to come here every day and eat these nachos and go bowling!" Our experience at the soft opening was great and we are glad to have The Phoenix/Jacksonville Brewing Company finally open! IN DETAIL: The Jacksonville Brewing Company is in the old Phoenix Lanes on Blanding, right by the Cedar River. You know the giant bowling pin on a stick right near the boat on a stick? That's the place. It was closed for about five years and sat empty for far too long even after JBC/Bearded Buffalo bought it. It now has a rusted out old truck up front to mark the driveway entrance, and nice red, lighted lettering on the building letting you know you've found THE PHOENIX. BOWLING I'm pretty sure I heard an employee say the lane wood is new, but all the machinery is pretty vintage and classic. Some hiccups are to be expected. The only problems we had in two games of bowling were that some strikes were not counted as such (we just mentally added on the points at the end, but I think they do have a strike button on the key pad) and the lanes seemed a bit uneven in places. We were just playing a friendly game so this didn't bother us. The bowling shoes are new! That was a nice experience we've never had before. They are vintage-looking, and pretty cute for bowling shoes. Interesting fact from their menu: the bar tops are made from the old bowling lanes. FOOD They were on a limited menu for the soft opening, so we ordered a 14" pizza (pepperoni), 5 buffalo wings (medium), and the BBQ nachos (pork). + The pizza was quite good. Not the best I've ever had, but definitely tasty - and by FAR the best in the Lakeshore/Cedar Hills area! Down side: they forgot our pepperoni! We just had them take off that charge. The bartender was very apologetic. + The wings were a nice size and had good flavor, but the breading was soggy. It would be nice if they'd offer non-breaded wings to keep that from happening. The wings were served with several pieces of celery and some ranch for dipping. + The BBQ nachos were really tasty. I wasn't expecting much from these but they ended up being my favorite thing. Really good flavors and a huge portion size. These could definitely a meal for one person. The food was kind of slow to come out, but I do expect that to get better as they get more in the groove. Also, many of the options they have on the menu that weren't available at the soft opening sound delicious! DRINKS We ordered a margarita on the rocks and a whiskey sour, both wells. The margarita was good; the sour was meh. Just not a lot of flavor. They do not have their beer taps setup yet, but one of the employees said they thought they would be ready by the end of this week. There were several local options setup as well as others. They had cans too. This is going to be a brewery eventually. We asked one of the employees and she said that's supposed to happen by/in December 2018. We're really looking forward to that! You can see them getting it ready to the right of the bowling alley. AMBIENCE/SETTING Really cool and fun decor. It has a cool/hipster/vintage/dive bar feel. I know that sounds weird, but it's really all those things. There are old road signs and old telephones and old beer cans and skeletons riding cycles and that rusted out old truck outside - and a taxidermied buffalo. Inside. It's eclectic and I like it. They are going to be adding a whiskey bar and a karaoke bar to the current beer/cocktails bar and "outdoor" bar area - which is actually indoors but with big garage doors that they can bring up to take the walls away. This area is really nice but may get pretty smoky sometimes. (It is sealed off from the rest of the place, though the rest of the place does smell like cigarettes until you get used to it, likely thanks to the decades being a dive bowling alley. I hate the smell of cigarettes, but this wasn't awful.) There are also tables and high top tables with stools inside and out. In addition to all the above, there are some vintage arcade games and darts. SERVICE Everyone we talked to was super friendly and helpful, and I think we probably talked to at least five employees. The bartender had a little trouble entering our order, but I'm pretty sure that's just because it's all new in there right now. I don't expect to have that problem in the future. SUMMARY I think we're going to become regulars here, especially once they open the brewery portion and the whiskey bar. The food was good enough that we would come just to eat and drink; the bowling is just a bonus. I think Jacksonville Brewing Company/The Phoenix is a great addition to the Westside, and to Jacksonville as a whole!

Not very busy on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. We came…read morewhen they were fairly new and loved it. I can't say the same on this visit. One recommendation I'd give to owner - please fix the toilet seats.

Unfortunately been having a really bad experience with Voodoo regarding a private event. Spoke to…read morethem on the phone and they said they'd love to have us and put us on their calendar. 2 weeks go by, I start contacting them just to verify we're still good. They're not answering their phone, ignoring my DMs (I can see someone is reading them...), and have been closed unexpectedly for two days now. I'm not sure what's going on but thankfully another brewery was able to take us on.