I found Slackers Brewing by accident since it's in the same strip mall as a very famous BBQ joint, and I'm glad I stopped by. It's a small local brewery with a really nice community feel. I especially love that it's kid-friendly, which is something you don't always find at breweries. It makes the place feel more relaxed and welcoming. The food is decent, and the beer is delicious. Their beers have that true craft beer taste, which is something I really enjoy. I've tried many of their beers and have brought friends here to hang out as well. My favorite so far is the coffee stout. Overall, Slackers Brewing is a great local spot with good beer, a friendly vibe, and a welcoming atmosphere. read more

Slackers Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

What a local find, this is definitely a place I'd recommend primarily for the ability to have the patio picnic table seating outside but also the games! I popped in with a few friends and it was a mixture of NA beer, regular beer and mimosas. After pouring the bubbles they asked how much OJ we wanted and that was great to get as much or little. I will saw that the OJ was from a single serve Tropanica juice. lol I mean, I can't impinge the have a run on mimosas. Who knows...it could happen. I found the vending machine very interesting as it held different packets of various items. Legos, Main Character Energy Starter Pack (no clue what's inside), Mystery Socks, Pokemon, etc. Unique for sure. they had a fuzzball table, along with picnic seating inside, a bar area with maybe 10 seats or so and then the brewing equipment then the door out to the patio. Yes, it's a converted parking lot..but hey, what can you do in suburbia? Anyhoo, there were also an inside area for kids and and outside play ground ish, with these different huts. They had various games and we picked up Disturbed Friends. Now this game was definitely 18+ cause these cards were raunchy! OMG too much fun. read more

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What a gem of a find this was! Some friends and I had high tea in the same plaza and decided to check it out. I was a little skeptical, a brewery in a shopping plaza? Well, that all changed as soon as we walked in the door. Immediately the chill, welcoming vibes of a brewery hit us. And, it is an ALL WELCOMING establishment. No exclusion! LGBTQIA-friendly, family friendly, dog friendly, and so on. Not only do they specialize in craft pours (made onsite) but craft coffee as well. Definitely gonna check them out again to experience those coffee and tea offerings. On our visit, I opted for a refreshing N/A beer by Athletic. The brewery is spacious with family-style picnic table seating, a small performance stage, and lots of games and activities for folks. We opted for sitting in their back patio because it was a perfectly beautiful warm and sunny day. As with the interior, sitting outback, you'd never realize you were in a strip mall of sorts. The brewery, honestly, is something I'd expect to see in my city neighborhood (Central East) or on Sixth. The employees were super cool, helpful, and friendly. What a great scene to stumble upon. read more

This was a surprise find and a good one at that. On our quest to try out some of the best BBQ in the state that happened to be in the same shopping complex, we discovered this cool little brewery a few doors down. While waiting in line for BBQ, I was seeing people walking around with beer and coffee and being the follower that I am, I had to have it too. We kept one person in line and we headed to Slackers. Being in a shopping strip, there is plenty of parking all around. Customer service was excellent. They were patient with us and told us about their offerings. I also got to sample a few things that caught my attention. On the outside, it looks like your average storefront with a couple of tables outside. They do allow you to come back with your BBQ and eat on their outside tables. The signs says Slackers Brewing, but walking in, I was hit with the wonderful aromas of coffee. Not only do they do craft beer, they also have craft coffees as well. They serve coffee roasted from a local company. It's not your everyday coffee either. They are serving coffee from Mexico, Peru, Ethiopia, etc. I wanted coffee, but I wanted beer just a little more since it was hot outside. As far as beer goes, they have the usual variety of different kinds of beer brewed in house. Some are there to stay, some are rotating. They also have ciders, wine, non alcoholic beer, and beer to go. Since I skipped coffee that morning, I went with the Coffee Snout which if a coffee stout. I liked the flavor profile of the beer and I loved it packed a 8.4 abv. If hunger strikes, they also apps, pizzas, breakfast items and paninis. Overall, coming here was a very pleasant unplanned outing that we thoroughly enjoyed. I'd come back if in the area. read more

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Don't let the brewing name deter you away especially on Thursday- Sunday mornings if you're looking for a place to relax and do work. My husband and I were looking for a place to be able to get some coffee drinks, free Wifi and a place to get some work done and Slackers Brewing totally fit the bill. In the mornings to late afternoon on Thursday - Sunday they have a separate coffee/cafe menu outside of their usual brewery menu and we were actually impressed because they take pride in how they do their coffee drinks. I got a London fog latte and the server who helped us not only put a timer to make sure the tea steeped for correct amount of time, but steeped the tea in glass tea maker. They also have alternative milks so I got my London fog with oat milk and it was perfect amount of sweetness and I could taste the vanilla. The inside consists of many green picnic benches and there were plenty of outlets to plug in your laptop if you needed. The Wifi was free and strong. They also have 2 outdoor patio areas, one right in front and one in back that mainly is next to the back of all the stores but if you have a dog it's nice you have an option to bring your dog if you need a dog friendly patio. I also absolutely loved how kid friendly this bar is! They have a separate kid play area, paper and pencils on the table if you want to draw and a separate mother's room next to the bathrooms. Parking is easy and free since located in strip mall. It shares the same parking lot as Interstellar barbecue! read more

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If someone suggested you go to a brewing company for coffee, would you? Ordinarily, I would say heck no! However, this recommendation came from a close friend who I respect their opinion. So off I went to Slackers Brewing Company in search of good coffee. I probably do not have to mention that I have strong coffee addiction. Smile. Slackers Brewery is a family-owned by a husband-and-wife team - Derek and Haley. I have to say this is the "coolest" coffee shop / brewery I have ever visited. First, let me just say that I had the most delightful time talking with Haley about the happenings at Slackers. Every Friday they have live music (in line with Austin's Live Music capitol of the world theme). On the first Sunday of the month, they have a Jazz Jam 4-6 pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month they have a Jazz Jam Circle 1-4 pm, where different artists play within the circle...super cool concept. On Wednesday's they have craft night. Whatever craft you choose, you bring it in and while working on your craft you get $1 off beer all night long. I was absolutely enamored with the cool activities they have going on at Slackers brewery. The brewery has ample free parking. Slackers also indoor and outdoor seating. Their outdoor seating is pet-friendly for your fur babies. Important to note, they have "easy to understand" picture depiction of the brewing process. In addition, they have a kids area for family oriented activities. Now for the coffee...I had a latte but requested the bear design in my coffee (November special). The bear was so stinking cute. My latte had a rich, bold coffee taste. Really enjoyed the coffee...very soothing to my allergy sore throat. I am definitely returning to hear their jazz band or who knows, bring my scrap book during craft night. read more

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Located literally walking distance from Interstellar BBQ. There wait time/line was crazy, so this was a welcome relief. So we walked over go grab a brew, like many others in line did too. Nice neighborhood micro brewery. They have an easy menu selection of light to heavy. And the server let us have a taste test before ordering. The place looked pretty chill. Inside and outside seating. Great for large groups. I feel like they had some games out. You can't bring the BBQ inside the place. But they did offer us there patio seating to eat our BBQ if we wanted/needed to - which was nice considering it's a seperate business. Drink- I went with the Bishop Cider and it was yum. Would definitely get again. Tasted like a sour, my style. Service- was easy, can't recall the gentleman's name, will update when I find my receipt. But he was kind and chatted with us. read more

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Stop 28, & 3/10 for Texas on our Hundreds of Hops self-guided US Hop Passport Brewery Tour Amazing Brewery Race 2025 & our favorite stop of this trip (after 7 completed) These guys have a serious knack for flavors & a talent for brewing. How good was it. Well, we're sitting here debating another stop before we leave! Solid drinks and great people. Plus, to-go cups so you can stand in the line for BBQ- apparently often 2hrs wait. You can then bring that to the tables outside. Booyah We didn't try their food menu, or the bbq read more

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My kids wanted to get dropped off at the Mall with some friends. I didn't want to drive all the way home and back. A quick search turned up a brewery I hadn't heard of called "Slackers". OMFG... every beer I sampled was AMAZING. I had a hard time choosing, but settled on the Humble Bee. A Beer Mead fusion... I was looking for a place I could get a drink and fire up my laptop for a bit to get some work done. Their webpage says "If you didn't already guess, "Slackers" is about giving hard-working people like yourself some needed slack-off time (though we won't be mad if you crack the laptop open...hopefully over a coffee or beer!)." PLUS... you can bring dogs! Close to home, great beer, super nice owners... I'll be back! read more

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I must say, I didn't plan on day drinking, but when I saw their sign to-go beer, while waiting in hours long line for Interstellar BBQ, I knew my say was about to get even better. I took the short walk over, across the parking lot and was greeted by two kind individuals. Not sure who they were, but I had a good conversation with them and shared some laughs before I got my cider and left. Now let me tell you, the line was so long, that I had to, I HAD to go back and get more drinks, both for myself and my mom who was also in line with me. Upon returning, there was live music being set up which would've been nice. The inside seems pretty bare and has a very small kids play area, which I suppose would be appreciated by parents, but it also very much looked like an afterthought. The drinks were good and the staff were nice. I could see myself coming back here a time or two if I lived in the area. read more

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Super friendly staff. Slightly stark vibes with good food. There's plenty of seating and they stay on top of keeping it all clean too. The fries are great and they have a solid selection of beers on tap. The few times that we have come here, hubs and I met up with some friends on a weekend morning. So I actually get a coffee instead of a boozy drink. They make a delicious pour over cup; I highly recommend it. There's a play area for the small children, and the decor is pretty sparse, but some of the artwork is for sale. It's pretty good and I have been tempted by a piece a time or two. Maybe you'll find the perfect canvas for your home. I'm told the less caffeinated beverages are also good, so really I should come here at a different time of day and give their other menu a shot. read more

Slacker Brewery is by no means slacking at anything. This husband and wife team have a great business going on. If talking beer is something you enjoy, he will gladly chat away about his process that makes the beer there unique. Numerous activities throughout the month and a small food menu as well. The beer is taken seriously and is crafted with pride. With a wide variety of beer, there's sure to be one that anyone would enjoy. read more

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We were looking for something new to try and this popped up. We had seen and heard great things. The beer selection however was not what we were looking for as they didn't have one sour beer. We were kinda of surprised and there's a lot of local sour brewery's and options to choose from. We ended up getting a cider it was okay. Wouldn't order it again. We ordered the tots which I think was the best thing we tried . Tots's were crispy and the cashew queso was very flavorful with a hint of Smokey flavor -5/5 The grilled cheese we got was okay but needed something acidic to make the flavors come together. 3.5/5 We also tried the pesto pizza which again hit all the marks however it was 12$ for a small pizza that was appetizer size - flavor 5/5 , quantity compared to price 3/5. The staff wasn't too welcoming (3/5) They did have live music and the lady up there was extremely talented! I would give them another chance if I'm the area however I'm not sure I would go out of my way again just based on service and beer selection . read more

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This was a cool little spot! I actually came in just to try the ghost pepper porter. It was a lot, no way I could drink something like that but I seen it and had to give it ago. After that I tried other beers which were all very good. The service at the bar was great. Super nice, welcoming and great conversations. If in the area and I want to pop in for a beer I definitely would! read more

Small but mighty beer menu from a local family owned brewery. Perfect for grabbing a to go beer while standing in line for Interstellar BBQ! read more

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You are going to have a hard time finding another place that has an indoor kid area, great beer, and genuinely great people. Slackers is hidden inside a shopping center, and if you didn't know it was there, you would probably drive right by. The owner is typically always there, sitting behind the bar, being as friendly as can be. The beer tastes great, and they even have a stage for music and a back outdoor patio. The indoor kid area could use an update (and a cleaning) but I'm in no place to complain as I sit here, enjoying my beer. read more

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While the atmosphere and ales are inviting, the hours are not. By not opening until 4 pm they preclude the tradition of sitting at the bar for a bit of quiet before the rush. Let alone lost income. The staff is visible inside long before the doors open. How hard is it to pop a bottle cap? read more

Got a growler of All Yalls Hazy IPA and the beer tasted watered down. They also charge $24 for a 64oz growler which is the most expensive Growler I have got in Austin. This used to be my go to joint to get a Growler filled but looks like its time to find another joint. read more

Slackers Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great family friendly brewery! We were waiting in line for bbq and noticed there was a brewery in the same strip mall so we popped in afterwards. Not a lot of beers on tap (6 of their own), but they are done extremely well. My favorites were the Black Kolsch (Night Jorts) and the Belgian Dubble (Doobeltrooble). They seemed basically perfect to me in their traditional styles. They also had a Voodoo Ranger, an Independence brew, and a cider on tap from other establishments. Definitely a great place if you're craving a beer and have your kids. They have a play area and paper and crayons, books, board games, and a foosball table. All play areas are right next to and clearly visible wherever you are seated so you can keep an eye on your little ones. They also offer a small menu of family friendly food options for very reasonable prices and they do have some items like the graze boxes centered more for adults. They also serve coffee which is a great plus for parents, tired adults, and people that do not want to drink alcohol. Lots of places to sit on the green picnic tables and they have a mini stage setup for live music nights and they have merchandise available to buy. They also had a small wall of beautiful stained glass art for sale by the men and women's bathrooms towards the back. It was a rainy day so they had the front curtains closed which made it pretty dark in there. They have a few tvs above the bar that were playing the sports all games of the day on mute and they had a mixed genre playlist going overhead. The aesthetic looks and feels like a sports bar. They have strong, free Wi-Fi, the password is canadiantuxedo and they have it posted around so you don't have to search or ask for it. I noticed that their brewing tanks were named which I think is a very cute touch! As a couple without kids it wasn't our ideal vibe and can get quite loud with kids running around which is why I'm giving a lower score as well as the limited amount of house brewed beers. They are newer brewery (2021) and I look forward to visiting again if we're in the neighborhood. read more

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This review is for all my moms of toddlers: run, don't walk to Slackers! The play area is updated inside AND they even have some cute outdoor houses donated that make it fun for them to play outside in the back. THE NURSING ROOM. (BIG shout out to them for having a mother's room that is clean, spacious, and cozy! I was very impressed ) the tables have drawing rolls with crayons on them. They have an insane amount of board games. Coffee, beer, wine? They have it all. The staff is knowledgeable about coffee and beer. They are so friendly and kind to our family. The kids menu is probably the best kids menu of any Austin area brewery I've been to...and believe me, we've hit most of them! read more

First and foremost, the business pride here is great. The owner Derek's passion for his beer and his business are top notch. He absolutely deserves praise for his charisma and dedication. The moment we walked in the door, we were welcomed and asked our story, told his story, and given samples of the beers. Derek's pride in those brews is evident in a delightful way that we so rarely get to see in business owners, post-pandemic. Slackers is a little hidden spot with a very nice indoor atmosphere that my husband and I felt was inviting. Unfortunately when we were there, the business was out of their IPAs which is entirely how my husband makes his beer decisions. However, the owner mentioned that he'd be bringing additional brews in for the fall, which we initially planned to come back and check out when the weather reliably cools down. For me, our choices have more to do with a balance between food, drink, and atmosphere. I want to acknowledge that the menu has a variety of choices (pizzas, paninis, pretzels, tots, chips/queso, veggies/hummus), and a rather impressive kids menu, considering the beer focus, which makes it clear that they want this to be a family place and neighborhood go-to bar. The food is decent, but the focus here is definitely on the beer, and that's fine! I think the only negative side to the level of service is that the food and drink options didn't quite live up to the hype. He talked to us A LOT (maybe a little too much) and really over-sold the quality of the food. There was also a heavy conversational emphasis on their "membership" which is $200 and allows you to come in and grab a daily beer all year long, which "pays for itself after 17 visits" according to him. If we were daily bar-goers, I imagine this might sound appealing, but we only frequent a small number of spots, and those are places we have cravings for. Living in Austin, there are so many choices constantly raising expectation levels for quality, and the ones we frequent most are for family meals where drinks are a bonus, so an annual membership at a place like this just isn't for us. The food at Slackers is okay, but it's not something we would return for specifically. We had the Italian sausage pizza with fresh mozzarella and red pepper flakes and the loaded tots with cashew queso and jalapeños. Between the two of us we had a Hefelump, a James Brown, and a couple of Milkmans. We spent around $60 with tip. It took me a long time to write a review because I struggled with sharing feelings about the place due to the level of attention shown to us during our visit. The owner was so enthusiastic and friendly with us when we walked in which was great... but it continued at our table, multiple times, even preventing us from digging into a hot pizza that he had set down in front of us. I remember thinking to myself that I really just wanted to catch up with my husband about our long workdays and eat our meal. The owner definitely cares about how people view the business, to the point of even saying that he strives to receive 5-star reviews and doesn't believe that customers should rate less than 5 stars unless there's "something wrong." I don't think a business owner should ever engage in conversation that makes guests feel pressured to review a certain way, or that the only reason not to receive 5 stars is if something is wrong. That's the point tho... 5 stars aren't just for when nothing is wrong -- 5 stars are for when you can't wait to go back to a place because it's SO good you would go out of your way to return. 4 stars are for good solid establishments that are repeatably enjoyable, and 3 stars are for average good places that were totally fine, but maybe just don't warrant returning. Slackers is a good neighborhood bar. A friendly one. A family-oriented one. Given its proximity to our house, we probably would have come back to check out the IPAs and other food, but we go to places to catch up with each other and enjoy a quick meal, and for those things, Slackers just isn't calling our name. Because of how much he loves his business, I initially felt bad being honest about the experience, but I hope this feedback is appreciated and serves as helpful. It is, after all, only one opinion. read more

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Great new brews to choose from. Fun and helpful staff. They have a fun trivia night!! read more

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Absolutely love this place- friendly atmosphere, great beers and a super helpful staff...a great thing when there are unfamiliar beers to try! read more

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We waited until Slackers released their own brews to visit. It's great to have another brewpub open in the CP area. Slackers is located hard off 620 in the same strip mall as Interstellar BBQ.Hmmmm BBQ & beer, OK. Slackers currently have 3 Slacker brews available and a slew of local and not so local taps. Their Belgium lager is a perfect beer to sip on a sunny day. Round 2 was a Brooklyn amber lager. This brought back memories of our NYC trip and discovering the Brooklyn Brewery. This is a great representation of what an amber beer should be. There are alternatives to beer such as wine. Got the munchies they have you covered. Check out their menu online. The brewpub is very welcoming with a bar area and plenty of seating. Games are available and even a foosball table. Outside there are a few picnic benches where you can enjoy the sunshine and bring your mutt. Folks on both sides of the bar are friendly and if you are there for more than 10 minutes you are engaged in a conversation with a fellow pubster (sic) One nit servers should be able to answer questions regarding their guest taps. A solid 4 plus stars and Slackers is now in our brewpub rotation. Support Local! read more

Slackers Brewing - Bad dog no beer! - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Walked into this small little hole in the wall brewery and I must say you must visit this place! Great, super chill atmosphere awesome bartenders who were friendly and recommended great drinks and the beer is on point. They serve vegan food so they accommodate all food types and they have indoor and outdoor seating so if you want to light up a cigarette, just go out back. Put this on your visit brewery list. read more

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Went there last night, the place is awesome! Currently they don't have their own beer, supply issues but they have some amazing Austin, Texas and other craft beers. Family friendly spot (a kids play area with kitchen and all!!),good music playlist and eventually some live music. They just have snacks right now but eventually said they'll have a menu. Oh yah and coffee too. We got to meet Derek and his wife, the owners. This is such a great spot to go and work or to relax at after work! Will definitely be back and can't wait to watch this business grow. We were having so much fun I forgot to take pictures! I'll update with pictures next time I go. read more

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We just stopped in and the owner was amazing. We talked and he showed us around. Beer was amazing and I am glad the wife and I stopped in. Can't wait to stop in and try the Tripel with local honey. If you want a fun little spot give it a shot. Its going to bean eventful time. read more

Slackers is great! We went on a Friday night after work. Live music, friendly staff, games, coffee, good beer, they do it all! :D read more

Slackers Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was a fan of their beer and the staff was super friendly. It was a lively neighborhood vibe and is super kid friendly including a dedicated kid space / play area. I must admit though, for us it may have felt a little too kid focused so we only stayed for one round. (Now before you call me a grinch or Scrooge, the place is great, but we were just looking for a different vibe that day) read more

We went to Slackers Brewing on a whim today and it was a great experience. First off, the beer is good. Their milk stout is worth a pour or two. I also had a flight of various beers that did not disappoint. I'm not usually a Hefeweizen fan but this one hit the spot. Later in our visit, one of the owners came by and offered tasters of beers and chatted with us about his brewing process. The ghost pepper beer he offered is worth a try: it doesn't try to destroy your mouth and offers a dark beer taste which is unusual for a pepper beer. The tasting room has games and our kid enjoyed the time we spent there. No complaints about the kids pizza either. 100% would go back. Enjoy! read more

Amazing vibes, family friendly and welcoming atmosphere, outdoor seating, games, live music, and locally owned. The beer selection is great and service is top notch. read more

Great family friendly place! Come here and enjoy beer and easy bites while having your kiddos entertained at the same time. They have a toddler area with a little kitchen. They also have stuff for older kids like paper and crayons, games and books even a foosball table. The bathrooms are so clean and equipped with changing tables too. We were so impressed. read more

Slackers Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great place to catch a - good food around there but can't bring any inside the brewery like some breweries do... Heard they have good food there. Next time maybe That said...if you come with kids, they do have a small kids play are which was a pleasant surprise! Yay! Gave us a little break to enjoy the beer, uninterrupted Overall: we'll be back! read more

Decent neighborhood spot with decent beer. Untappd brought us here. After sampling the kolsch (not my personal fave), I went in with the blonde. Hubs went with an IPA, which was good & hoppy. read more

Gotta love a family owned business!! Slackers has great beers on tap, and I love that they have coffee!! Service is always great! Love that it's located on 620. Parking is pretty good. I enjoy the lighting and the stage set up. Always enjoy checking out live music at Slackers and having a chill spot for a beer close to home. read more

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Loved the beers! Had a great time there! Friendly owner and great service! New brewery with good number of ale options! Eager to try their new brews. I'll definitely recommend this place! read more

Slackers Brewing - Nitro! - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

What a pleasant surprise! My wife and I trekked up to Cedar Park to close on our new home and needed our traditional celebration beer for such a momentous occasion. After a quick search, we found this gem. We were excited for beer, then immediately saddened to see they were closed for a private event. But wait! They allowed us to order on the side and let us hang on their outdoor tables (yes they were outdoor in a strip mall parking lot but don't let the exterior fool you). The beer we had was tasty but then the owner/manager/someone cool regaled us with their beer inspirations and we were hooked. We sampled some Belgians and IPAs and can't wait to trek all the way from south Austin back to Slackers. It will be well worth the trip. read more

We had a retirement party at Slackers and it turned out wonderful! The food and drinks were perfect.

Dog friendly Good brews Delicious paninis, I recommend the turkey one. Great service read more

Great food and attentive and friendly staff. Family friendly relaxed. Cool Brews with something new every week. Favorite place to go out for the last 2 years...go regularly and never disappointed. Just wish I had more time to go more often. read more