All the best places seem to be in the back of a strip mall or industrial compound, and this is no exception. Small place with about 12 beers on tap. The flavors were all over the place, so everyone can try something different. Had a solid Pilsner that I enjoyed. My wife had to try something crazy so she had samples (4 oz) of the peanut butter and the cinnamon bun beers. They were extremely flavorful but a sample was more than enough of each flavor. This place was actually recommended by a nearby brewery for their amazing beers. I was told the brew master was the only female brew master in SC so I had to support her and her business. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Riverwalk empire - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Awesome brewery in Ridgeland! I'm from the Charleston area and was driving around HHI/Beaufort so I decided to check this brewery out. The brewery isn't a large place but they have eleven different beers on tap. You can get a flight with four to six different beers so I decided to get six! I'm a big IPA fan and all three of the IPAs were tasty. The other three non IPAs were good as well. I sat at the bar and they had a TV with golf on. Quick service with a knowledgeable staff. I'll definitely come back when I'm in the area. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Flight of 6 beers - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Best beer around!!!! They have been winning awards for most of their beers. They are very professional and friendly. read more

Do not sleep on this brewery! This small brewery just outside Bluffton packs a big punch and has some of the best beer in the area. Their Hazy IPAs were amazing and they have other styles that have taken home some big awards (Silver metal sour @ GABF). Glad I checked this place out. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - "Hoppy Wife, Happy Life" is delicious. Look at the color! - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Damn perfect IPA!!!! Proud of ya'll! I've tried 'em all....give your brew master a raise!!;) Keep up the fabulous brewing. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - a can of beer on a coaster - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

October 5, 2018 Friday - 3 PM for a drink 1 adult and a teenager Atmosphere - 4 stars Food - 5 stars Service - 5 stars Background - Found this place through Untappd via their badge program and it was close to our hotel so I went for it. Atmosphere - Simple bar with some tables to fill in the room. My daughter and I sat at the bar. The chairs felt as if they were the wrong height for the counter top. Food Drinks - I had their standard IPA, River Dog IPA. I also purchased a bottle to take back to the hotel. I had to try the 3 Barrel Circus as it won a gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival a few weeks ago. My daughter's drink - They gave my daughter a free glass of root beer. I enjoyed my sip of it. Service - Our bartender was great. He took care my daughter with a root beer and some stickers. Future - Yes. read more

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Excellent beer! Light beer your thing? They got it. Hoppy beer? They got it. Dark beer? They got it. Sours? They got it. And the beer tender we got was so knowledgeable! I tend to be a bit of a beer snob, and the gentleman was able to talk to me about my favorite beers and breweries! Will definitely be back! read more

Came in on a Friday evening for a visit. Small table and bar area. Spaces out well. Friendly bartender and service was good. A great selection of beers. Me being an IPA guy I found several good choices. Really good beer. They've been around for a few years. Located in a business area off main road not great parking. No food or food trucks. You can bring food or snacks in. read more

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Not enough choices on their menu. Definitely a beer joint. Not my vibe. Very busy and seemed like a wide range of ages there.

Good beer, name is misleading. Not dog friendly. They will allow you to stand outside on the sidewalk next to the front door (not a courtyard) with your dog to drink their beer. No thank you. read more

Decided to take an afternoon off the island and explore Bluffton. It was a no brainer to swing by and check this place out. The brewery is tucked away in an industrial park. It was a little tough to find at first but after a trip around we found it. Very clean inside with a small tasting area. There are a few seats at the bar and then some high-top tables.The only downside I can think of is that dogs weren't allowed inside. They had 10 beers on tap so instead of trying to pick one I just got a flight of 6 beers. They have the option of trying their flight of 4 beers or building your own. I was feeling froggy so I made my own. I tried the Salty Dog Pale Ale, River Dog IPA, Perkolatte Coffee Milk Stout, Red IPA, Riverwalk Empire American Pilsner, and the Citrashake Imperial IPA. The River Dog IPA is probably the most popular beer which can be found at most bars around town. The Perkolatte was a very good stout but I think that my favorite is the Citrashake. Something about IPAs with Citra hops just get me. The bartender was very friendly and was telling us all about their operation. Afterwards he gave us some stickers (we decorate our cooler with stickers from everywhere we visit.) This is a cool place to check out whenever you are in the area. read more

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The beer here was excellent, and the staff was extremely knowledgable. They made the extra effort to talk about beer, talk about their usage and benefit of things like untappd, going to bottling some items, and also spoke well about other breweries. I did not like their Red IPA, but everything else was awesome. The Lunch Break IPA was a wonderfully smooth IPA, and their Peach Sour was a refreshingly tasty treat. The tap room is decently sized, but the location is horrible. Hidden in a random shopping center with little access to food is about the only downfall for this place. But good beer makes up for a lot! read more

Hidden Brew Heaven! While en route to our vacation destination in low country, we stopped for a brew stop and to check out one of the local craft breweries. We had our pup with us but one appeal is the welcome of canines- the owners have definite dog love as proclaimed on their website AND by the nice set-up of hightops and comfy bar stools on the outside. It was a nice warm day so we were happy to sit and had tableside orders for pours. You can choose a flight of your liking and my companion loved his options. At least 12 brews on tap as well as a few listed on the board which was an added bonus! A good stop - the hidden quality is its location in a small office park. Good quality and great choices! Overall we enjoyed our stop off the beaten path to try a flight and relax before heading to our final destination. Plan a nice quick stop on your way! read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Flight of Brew!! Great options and excellent brews on tap to experience! - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Nice brewery, good beer, friendly staff. Enjoyed a flight plus was given tastes of other beers. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Flight - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

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The owners were some of the nicest people that we met in South Carolina. The brewery itself was located kind of in the middle of nowhere and it was quite hard to find. Google Maps will take you the wrong way, so just keep your eyes peeled for the signs! There was a substantial amount of parking there and it's all free! I was really impressed by how nice the tasting room was. It had a down home feel with a charming South Carolina flair. The dark woods were adorned with Carolina flags and cute nautical notions since we were so close to Hilton Head. It looked like a rugged Pinterest-er sailor exploded in the room and made it their own. We were greeted immediately by the owner and the cute bartender. She was a student nearby and was extremely friendly and easy to talk to. We tried the Imperial Perk-o-latte (robust and deep coffee flavors brewed with the local Corner Perk roast) and the Peaches en Floralia which was actually made in Chardonnay wine barrels. It was divine, like a fine mix between a light fruit saison and white wine (even though it was actually a sour blond ale aged on peaches in bourbon then Chardonnay barrels). The beer was so fragrant. I have never had anything like it before. We also tried their River Dog IPA and really enjoyed it. For such a young brewery, River Dog has started off on the right foot. They have starting canning their Riverwalk Empire and I really can't wait for them to can some more (If you are reading this please can the Peaches en Floralia). A short drive from Hilton Head Island, this little brewery is definitely a "must visit" in South Carolina. read more

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Man I love this place ! The nitro Milk Stout was so good I bought a growler of it to take home. All the beers I had were great east coast meets west coast beers is the best way to describe River Dog the style they brew. The food truck serving Maine lobster rolls were excellent with my Pilsner and IPAs . So in short I had a freaking fantastic time here. read more

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We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon to visit this brewery for the first time while staying in the area. There were 12 brews on tap to select from. The beers were all quite tasty and had very rich flavors. It would be nice to see more than one lager option; maybe a pilsner, too. The bartender, Dan, was friendly and attentive to the patrons. This is a smaller brewery with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a local gem! read more

I've visited many breweries at this point so I know that many are located in business parks. This is the nicest business park brewery I have ever seen. There are other small businesses nearby like a dentist and a consignment shop (why didn't I stop there?!?). Seems like it is the middle of nowhere, but there must be a decently-sized population behind all the trees. Anyway, I was looking for a brewery to stop in on the way to checking into hotel in Savannah. The first one I found had a hard to navigate website that left a weird taste in my mouth. Took me a little while to realize the colors and style reminded me of an ad for Spring Break in Cancun and then I realized the frat boy theme was not targeted at me, an old fogy. When I found this website, it was dark with script font and felt super classy. Their website definitely reflects their style. Inside was dark, heavy wood high tables and barstools. There were lots of senior citizens hanging out for drinks and with pups outside. It was quiet so perfect for good conversation. Unfortunately, a family did come in and their young daughter played with an electronic toy with the volume set on the highest level. Otherwise, this place is great! Loved their award-winning nitro stout. read more

This is neat little brew pub. It is located in a light industrial complex just off the highway that connects Hilton Head Island with I95. They have a decent selection of beer. The have a set of about half a dozen beers that they produce regularly and about an equal number of seasonal or special beers. I had a small flight of samples. I liked their IPA, Saison, and Stout. They seem to be expanding relative to my last visit a year ago; they now are canning several of their brews; I have seen them in grocery stores in the surrounding area. I recommend visiting this brew pub. read more

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Nice place, friendly server (Shea) great brews! Do the 6 flight and take your time. Enjoy! read more

River Dog Brewing Co - 6 flight - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Checked this sweet little brewery out while in SC on vacation! Beer is tasty, service is awesome, kid friendly, and an overall great experience! If you're in SC and looking for tasty beer and good service, make a stop here! Doug was awesome, really friendly and knowledgeable! read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Excellent beer, good food, great service! Stopped by on a Tuesday and it was taco Tuesday. Two tacos with chicken or steak for five bucks. The tacos were good. The real star were the beers which were really good. They had multiple styles from IPA's to stouts to wheat ales. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - The goods! - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Nice place.. Interesting beer selection. Limited food menu. Talk is that larger Brewery Is in the future. Worth waiting for. read more

While in town visiting my in-laws me and my boyfriend decided to stop in on a lazy afternoon to River dog. We are in the beer industry and appreciate visiting other breweries to check out what they're doing. I enjoyed not only an awesome sour but also a imperial perkolatte that knocked my socks off! We hung out for quite a while while having great conversations with Austin, who was a wealth of knowledge, charisma, and funny stories from his trip to Vegas. I proudly rock my river dog brewing company tank top up here in Connecticut! Will return on our next visit to see mom and dad! read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Great beers ! - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Stop into the taproom for a cold beer and enjoy good company or grab some to go (growlers, 4/6 packs, bottles). Ben and Mike always take great care of the customers while Amelia is brewing some of the best beer in the country! read more

The Bad: the location is teeny-tiny. It worked for the small group I was with, but if you have more than a few people it may be hard to enjoy this spot. The Good: the beer, awesome selection, great prices (cheap flight!), cool tour Overall I think this place is a great spot, but they should definitely expand and make the sitting area larger! read more

River Dog is now offering some great food to go with their crafted beers. Very reasonably priced and delicious. Gourmet pizzas, sandwiches, anti-pasta plates, salads, and more are on the offer. I've had a good sampling my last few visits and I can say i liked everything I had, with the pulled pork sliders, and the panini being my favorites so far. I'll try the pizzas next. I'm sure I won't be let down, as they've certainly looked good when they went by me. Oh, and River Dog is now offering wine, so non beer drinkers can come check out a great local space. read more

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My personal favorite SC brewery. Their IPAs are good, but their porters, lagers, and American Ales are superb as well. This is an added delight to my families property in the Low country. Never go down without getting a couple growlers. It's a new tradition. Can't wait till the cannery is done! read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

Went there apparently during an event. Just wanted to buy some beer to go but had to wait in the long line outside to pay before I went inside to another line to pick up beer. Really like the Untarted Territory though. Great sour beer! read more

Really had I got to swing by the brewery and try some of the stuff these guys are doing. I can tell they like IPAs (as do I) because they had 4 different ones on the menu and they were all pretty good. Definitely looking forward to these guys canning their stuff and distributing throughout SC. read more

River Dog Brewing Co - Sampling flights! - Breweries Near Me - Ridgeland, South Carolina

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Great beer that's right great beers. its small It is SC DRINK outside! Ok food did you come here to eat? Don't! Get a growlers and keep this place open for me. Thanks! read more

Excellent beer! a hidden gem!! River Dog has got them all covered. I'm a stout and sour fan (odd I know) and their coffee and peanut butter stouts are superb! Their sours are perfection (especially Untarted Territory). My husband and father had 3 excellent hazy IPAs to choose from. My mom, who is not a beer drinker was thrilled with everything from the Low Country Ambrosia to the Peanut Butter Stout. We are all beuond impressed with River Dog's brewing. You're missing out if you partake. read more

Moved from the San Diego and was skeptical of the small town brewery scene of Bluffton. River Dog, from day 1, did not disappoint. Hands down the best craft brewery in the Savannah/Bluffton/Hilton Head area. They have an excellent variety of hoppy, stouts, pilsners, and wheat beers. read more

This brewery is great! While its in a sort of random location the selection of beers are unique and delicious. I loved their IPA. The owner was working as the bartender and was so friendly and it made the place feel even homier. I wish it was closer to New York but I can't wait to go back! read more

LOVE THEM! bury me on disfuske is the best. Cute place! Bartender is so helpful and kind. Easy going. Love their set up and decor

Stop by for a couple of pints. If they have the Perkolatte Milk Stout it's your lucky day.

Made it in before closing. Friendly bartender and very knowledgeable about beer in general, but more so their beers. Very great beer. I had the coffee stout and my husband had one of IPA's. One of the best coffee stouts I've had! Big coffee flavor. Must stop here! read more

Very cute. Strange location inside a business park. The employee was very nice, I liked the inside and the pictures of the dogs by the bathrooms but was not into their beers.I split a flight with my husband and there wasn't a single one I would have ordered a full pint of. We each pawned one of our least favorites on each other to finish. Maybe it's my Yankee tastebuds but there wasn't much substance to any of them and while their IPA started out good it had a really off aftertaste. I had really high hopes after reading the reviews but I wasn't impressed. read more

Huge fan of the Perkolatte beer collaboration with Corner Perk. The staff are all super friendly and can make a great recommendation on brews based on a description of beers you like. The tour is fantastic and full of information. It does get a little warm in the brewing area, so be aware of that. read more

Really great beer!!! The low country ambrosia, o-rye-n's belt, river walk empire and doovalacky were all excellent beers!!! Cheap prices, friendly staff and great atmosphere!!! Definitely check it out!!! read more