In town for the Sunday Stroll. Stopped here for a bit of lunch $2 hot dogs. The upstairs was packed…read moreso we went to the lower level and ordered a some beers and some food. I got the grilled cheese and ham others got hotdogs. The food was very good. Service was friendly and efficient. Ambiance is a pub with live music upstairs today and downstairs was another bar but no music. We have been here before and will return when in town. Mark & Nancy.

I like the inside pub setup, Cheese Dawgs is a great partner, lots of table options upstairs,…read moreusually clean, live music downstairs and an outdoor patio. Beer wise, well they have always been average. I'm not really a fan of anything they make. It's average at best, some brews are true to the style and some are head scratchers. They've never really made a higher ABV brew I've said bravo to either. Without getting into the weeds if your a beer geek you won't be wowed by their brews. They have alternatives though - mead, cider, wine and cold brew coffee. Full bar and a very nice staff. Beer two stars .... building gets the third star and food from Cheese Dawgs gets them to four. Mediocre brewery meets good solid pub grub with awesome specials in a good bar setting. Kid/family friendly atmosphere. When I do get a hankering for some dogs, this is the place though.

Came here for a quick beer in between basketball games, and I'm glad I stopped by. Cute little…read moreplace tucked into a small plaza with outdoor seating and umbrellas -- the kind of hidden gem that feels like a lucky find. I think they're in the middle of transitioning to a new license, but everything still felt smooth and welcoming. I sat down and ordered their hazy IPA -- What a Time to Be Alive. Great name, and even better beer. It had that soft mouthfeel and low bitterness that make hazy IPAs so easy to enjoy, a shame I could only have one before heading out. The owner was very friendly and took time to chat, sharing a bit of the brewery's backstory and future plans. You can tell there's passion behind what they're doing. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the neighborhood. This spot has something special.

Pizza was great. Beautiful presentation. The crust is bite through and doesn't fall apart and the…read moretaste and texture were on point. Pictured is the spicy Jawn but every pie we had was great. Great atmosphere and great beer too.

BURLINGTON: right in the downtown area is Third State Brewing, who since our visit, is…read moretransitioning to new ownership by Swedesboro Brewing Co. Our experience at Third State Brewing was awesome! Leashed and friendly dogs are typically allowed outside on their patio facing the main downtown area, but when it is quiet, you can check to see if you can bring your dog inside. As you may know, New Jersey was the 3rd state to join the United States, so they have a perfect name in the very historical town of Burlington. A warm and inviting space, the indoor tasting room has bar seating and tables with games and a TV to watch the game. The outside has a few tables and you can people-watch with a great beer in hand. We enjoyed a delicious flight that included Pumpkin Pail, Burlington Island Wheat, Stinger hard seltzer, and Less Vulnerable Eric lager. They also have a non-alcoholic option. You can bring your own food too.

I've been here several times over the years as my girlfriend used to live in Burlington…read more Definitely one of my favorite breweries in South Jersey (and I've been to just about all of them). Small taproom right in downtown historic Burlington which is a lovely small town Main Street right by the Delaware River. Always lovely atmosphere inside. Co-owner and head brewer Billy always makes the time to come over to say hi and is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. Small tap list. There were nine beers on tap during our most recent visit on a Saturday in April. But always a great amount of variety and well crafted, interesting beers. They have some beers available in cans and certain special releases in bottles. I think they particularly excel in stouts. When we were there they had two imperial stouts that were out of this world. They do an all stouts weekend every November so if stouts are your thing definitely keep an eye out for that.

I walked into Broad Street Brewing several weeks ago to check out the scene and grab some take-out…read morebeer after a visit to Sal's. I was disappointed to see they only had two of their flagship beers for takeout (Hey Yo NE IPA and Independence Lager) and no crowler canning machine for their tap list. They will fill your personal growler and the prices for their 16oz four packs were fair. $10 for their lager and $14 for their Hey Yo NE IPA. There are a lot of other breweries charging much higher prices and/or you're paying a flat amount for beers no matter what the style (which is ridiculous) .... I can understand a higher retail if it's a limited release or higher end brew. I made it a point to return and sit down inside the brewery to take it all in. My life plans landed me there on a Sunday, unfortunately Sal's next door is closed on Sundays, so a food truck parked outside or Durham Deli across the street had to do. The layout on the inside is inviting: picnic tables or bar seating are your options. They have board games to test your mind or keep your kids occupied and there were several TV's playing NFL games. The bartender was nice and a good conversation. He was very into their beers and gave great insight into: when they were tapped, what was coming down the pike and info/ingredients of current tapped brews. I didn't see much in the way of a menu with descriptions of each beer, but then again I didn't ask. I just looked at the tap list on their menu boards which noted the tap number (16 total), name of the beer, style, abv, price and the ounces of the pour. In my opinion the variety of beer styles they had would give any beer drinker several options to try. I sampled a few different styles: Belgian IPA 7%, Winter Warmer 9.4% and their American Pilsner 5.8%. I found them to be average to slightly above average and served in proper glassware. You can get flights, a single 5oz pour or in a glass that ranged from 10-20 ounce pours. The prices were between $5-$7 for a 10-20 oz. pour. The to-go cooler had four of their brews this time and also a second cooler had local Jericho Mountain Beef. You can buy several different styles of vacuum sealed meats that looked delicious. They also serve wine, seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages. The bathrooms were pretty big and clean. They welcomed a pretty big family with several kids so I'd say your safe to bring the fam!! I'm a fan of Broad Street Brewing, I think their prices are more than fair, the staff was nice, their beers are average to above average and true to the style (from what I've tried) and the building itself was clean, open and inviting. I enjoyed my experience there and will return (preferably during Sal's business hours!). Thanks guys!

Awesome new local brewery!! We love that it is so close to home. Fun environment! Awesome beers!!!…read moreTVs for the games so come and hang awhile. Every time I come here I see someone I know!!! I love that!!! You can grab food from the food truck or next door at Sal's. I definitely recommend this brewery!!!

Great service, great food. The fries were crispy with a hint of truffle oil and parm cheese with a…read moreside of aoli for dipping. A perfect starter in my book. The pizzas were thin, cooked well and served scalding hot. The crust has the right amount of chew and char to get you coming back for more. The simplicity of the ingredients let's you know it's fresh and made to order. This place is great if you have a hankering for some pizza, cheese steaks, fries or even a nice salad or some ricotta spread. We've never had a bad meal here. Consistency is the mark of a good restaurant.

Finally made it to Itri on a Monday when the borough was a ghost town. Usually when I walk by they…read moreare packed with wait times. Their bar seating is limited, and every time I stop in, it's full. They have two different indoor seating rooms. We sat in the bar area dining room that has a half dozen or so tables. I liked the exposed brick look of the bar area with tasteful (not cluttered) wall decorations. You can also sit out front along the sidewalk or in a small alley out back by the kitchen. Menu wise ... I have to say I've never seen MP (market price) next to wings. Long gone are the days of ten cent or quarter wings my friends! They did have a dollar wing special on that day, so we put in for an order of Ernie's Wings - house-made buffalo sauce. buttermilk ranch. sesame seeds. scallions. wood-fired. They were fresh, a decent size and just average. The sauce flavor was adequate. I wouldn't repeat. We put in orders for two pizzas (one half and one pepp) $15 and the other was what I came for a Honey Hot Sop - red sauce. shredded mozzarella. fresh mozzarella. soppressata. hot honey. grana padano $17. The pizzas came out hot and extremely fast. The half plain, half pepp was typical. Nothing bad, nothing great with a nice char, tasty cheese and a slightly sweet/lightly seasoned sauce. The Honey Hot Sop was delicious. It had a sweet sauce, sweet yet rich buttery cheese, nice char, yummy soppressata and then a spicy peppery kick that punched you in the face. We also ordered plain fries. They were crunchy with almost a hollow core. Not a fan. I had a fresh craft hazy IPA (I'm sorry the name escapes me) that was on tap to enjoy with that wonderful hot sop pizza. They have a couple of sandwiches I'd love to try like the Chicken Fra Diablo - chicken cutlet. sharp provolone. long hot peppers. pomodoro sauce. served on a seeded roll and a cheesesteak. Our server was quick, prompt and friendly. She checked in on us several times. I'll certainly return to Itri when I get a chance. Thanks guys!

Back again and it's as wonderful as our last visit. The Old Fashioned hit the spot! Plus, they had…read morea bottle of the Maple Rye available for purchase. Happily taking it home.

We stopped into the cozy tasting room for a break on our day at the Bristol Stroll. Ambiance is…read moretight but pleasant we grabbed the window seat facing the street and watched strollers. Service was friendly and informative. I ordered a rye flight tasting. They were all tasty, PA ryes. Others got various drinks. We chatted up another two couples who were also taking a break from strolling. We would stop in again when in town. Mark & Nancy.

Gabby is the best! Wonderful Old Fashions that she gleefully smoked for us. Yes, I said gleefully…read morebecause the vibe here was so positive and so much fun. As the neon sign said, "Do fun $hit" and coming here was exactly that!!!

BRISTOL, PA: when we found out that Hops and Hardware Distillery allows dogs, we were thrilled as…read moredowntown Bristol is a beautiful town along the Delaware River and now we have a dog friendly place to visit! Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside the modern tasting room and outside at the impressive patio and we enjoyed our visit on a boisterous Sunday afternoon. The management is cognizant of how dogs may interact with each other and may suggest that if other dogs are inside maybe it will be better to sit outside, but it is all up to your comfort level. We really enjoyed this craft distillery, makers of vodka, gin, and rum that deliciously feature their liquors in hand crafted cocktails. A customer favorite is the "Famous Drilled Orange" where a hole is drilled into a fresh orange and filled with vodka. You have a choice of a grapefruit and also a liquor-free version. The Lady Guava rum-based drink is also so delicious and there is a whole list of cocktails to choose from. They also offer local beer, wine, mead, and non-alcoholic options. A soft pretzel, personal pizza, and mixed nuts are available for purchase and you can also bring your own food. There is a free parking lot right next door off Basin Street. We were so happy that one of our most supportive followers was also hanging out at Hops and Hardware and recognized us: Dave B., and his pups Dozer & Pugsley! It was fun to catch up and we appreciate meeting others who love hanging out with their dogs and supporting small businesses.

I went to the Godzilla event the first weekend of November and as soon as I got there I realized I…read morehad been there several years ago for a pop punk flea market or something which must mean that they put on a lot of events- I say this because I'm not a beer drinker, so if you're coming here for a beer review I have none to give you. My boyfriend did like the Godzilla beer (I know this is not the name, but there was Godzilla on the can)! I'm not sure if they always have cocktails but I went with the themed Goji Blood and well it was drinkable but honestly very gross. The event set up was nice. There however, isn't a ton of parking in the front - maybe there's more in the back. They had a lot of vendors and food trucks which was also cool. I will be back if they have any other cool events- which hopefully they do!

A Craft Brewery in Croydon, Ray St. Use your GPS to find…read more Neshaminy Creek Brewery, Croydon, PA. Food Trucks provide sustenance. Neshaminy provides good beer. Also, a gathering place for a lot of fun activities. The Locals make this Brewery a place to be.

A nice little brewpub in a quiet area. The service was good and the beers were excellent. A good…read moreplace to hang out and have a few beers. They also have house made sodas.

We booked a bonsai event here and I was so glad we did. It's a little over an hour away and by far…read moreone of the most inviting places we have been to. The bartender was super friendly and we shared our pizza with him (they dont serve food so we ordered a hot honey from a local place he recommended and it was so good). The ales were so good. My husband and I tried several and they were all delicious. The atmosphere is gorgeous inside and out. The clientele was great when we were there also. The owner was there for a bit and was super nice and welcoming. The outside is so pretty. We wish this was closer we'd be there all the time but we will definitely be back.

I see several people here mentioning upgrades and renovations that took place in this…read moreestablishment. I didn't have the pleasure of visiting Dog & Bull before it was renovated, but I visited last night and can't wait to return. My friend and I made a reservation for 5:30 PM (just in case) as we read online that reservations were recommended, but I don't actually think one was needed. When you walk in, it's bright and inviting. The garage doors throughout the property provide a ton of natural light. I can only imagine how lovely it is when they're open in the summer. Additionally, the outside has a nice patio and an area with a fire pit. The restaurant's layout was designed wonderfully! Our server was Alex (Alexandria) and she was the epitome of exceptional service. She checked in on us multiple times and always had a smile on her face when she came over. We really appreciated having her. The baked feta and hummus appetizer was just as delicious as it looks in the photo. The thick pieces of garlic, roasted red peppers, olives, cucumbers and pita bread triangles paired so nicely with the feta. The hummus was warmed up and it looked like the kitchen staff may have torched the top of it. It was phenomenal. Boy do I have notes on the lentil burger - it was 10/10!! I'm not a big bean person and even though this burger had beans in it, it somehow tasted like an actual beef burger. Sounds crazy, I know, but trust and believe it was pure excellence. I added cheddar for an additional charge and upgraded my regular fries to garlic parm fries. Finally, the caramel apple bread pudding... oh my oh my! What a DELIGHT. The top was piled high with a big scoop of frosting. Yes, you read that right. Frosting! Not ice cream! You can taste the apple pieces in the bread pudding. My friend and I wanted to order it twice. It was THAT good. It was easy to make my way to Dog & Bull from Center City thanks to the Septa station located directly behind the restaurant. Street parking also wasn't too bad yesterday. I absolutely loved the experience I had here and will be stopping by again this summer! Thanks, Dog & Bull!

SERVICE: Top notch, the Bartender's are professional, and knowledgeable…read more AMBIANCE: The D&B has it. It is March, weather warm, fire pit, and welcoming indoor service. P. S. I came for the Craic at the Bar: