How have I never reviewed this location out in Cranberry? I was so sad when the South Side location went away. So many great shows there from my many friends with bands to some of the best-known punk acts in the country. This location is really just as great. It's a spacious restaurant that does at times have live music. Family-friendly. Incredible service. And the food...big portions and enough to share. I love the habanero burger. My boyfriend loves the Tony Montana Cuban. The classic mac and cheese is so good, it's like it came from someone's kitchen. Totally scratch-made. Those steak tacos aren't too shabby either, friends! read more

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Great spot. Stopped in for some late night St. Patrick's Day shenanigans. Service was great. Interior is fun. Beers were tasty. I tried a few different beers, but the one that would keep me coming back is their "Coffee Break" imperial double coffee stout. This was so good. One of the best stouts I've had in a minute. Overall, fun time at Smiling Moose. Didn't try any food, only a slice of cake (which was very good). Would love to come back to have dinner/drinks at some point. read more

Great service . Thank you ! Great food as well! Tatiana was really helpful!! she helped us to get access to the online menu and to do this review. She was amazing. read more

We've been meaning to try this place for a while, and decided to stop in for lunch. My one gripe is that the tables are very close together; if one table is loud, you'll struggle to hear each other talk. We started with the fried cheese curds, which were good, if a little small in portion size. The sauce was tasty. We then ordered the falafel wrap and the strip steak sandwich. The wrap was great, more filling than it looks with lots of falafel inside. The steak in the other sandwich was a little overdone, but otherwise very good. The homemade pasta salad that came with the sandwiches was delicious! Nice balance of flavors and a welcome change from the usual fries. Overall, would return. read more

Food was amazing! Po -boy shrimp tacos!!! Beer was great also, love the atmosphere! Great location read more

Great food, pleasant staff. Wish this were closer to home because everything was so good. The most surprising was the falafel. It was easily one of the top we have ever had. The pasta salad side was another surprising hit as well. They have a nice selection of beers and mixed drinks. The waffle fries and beer cheese were a great starter. read more

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First time back to Smiling Moose in 3 years. Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. The place only had a few people inside. We went back because we had some folks who said how much they like the place. We were quickly greeted and seated. Server was very attentive. I ordered the Club and my wife had the Rachel. Both came with a side of pasta salad. I really enjoyed the pasta salad. So much better than fries would have been. My club wasn't bad. Not the best I've had but not the worst by any means. As seems to be typical of a lot of places, the meat was lunchmeat. I tried my wife's Rachel, I thought it was decent, she thought it was just okay. I think we will try to come more often and explore the menu a little more. read more

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This is a great casual place to grab a beer and some good food in the Cranberry Township/Rowan Road area. There is a golf range behind it to enjoy also as a separate business. My husband really liked The Smiling Moose's 5150 beer. read more

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My husband and I stopped here today for a late lunch. I was pleasantly surprised by the food. The waffle fries with beer cheese were very good although a bit overpriced. The shrimp po boy tacos were very very good. But again the price was a little disappointing.. they were $16 and came with 2 rather large tacos but no side. My husband got the jack sparrow burger and it was quite delicious and cooked perfectly. The pasta salad side was interesting and different. The service was very good so no complaints there. I think given the ambiance (more divey than other places) I was hoping for better prices but the food was great so I'd recommend. read more

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We just stopped in for a drink and while the place is kinda small it is well run. My husband and I were not going to eat but they had ice cream sandwiches. They were huge and delicious read more

AJ, the manager, was so great! Attentive. Answered our questions, made delightful suggestions on beverages and food choices. He was on point with everything! Cocktails are made using only PA distillery liquors so we thought it was going to be hard to find something we liked. But the syrups and mixers are made in-house and were pretty good! Not the usual super sugary stuff that comes in pre-mixed cartons. Had such a lovely experience this time. The music was nice and at a good level to continue the conversation. They had indoor and outdoor seating. Dog friendly outdoors. Driving range next door is "dry" but you can rest your drinks at the restaurant patio tables if need be. Great place to spend a cool evening. Looking forward to a repeat visit. read more

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I came here with a large group towards the end of May and we had a great time! Our server was soooo responsive and maintained a great attitude despite having to serve such a large group. Our food came out quickly and EVERYTHING tasted great and was full of flavor. Even the drinks were on point! Because we had so many people in our party and we wanted the check split into smaller portions, I assisted the server with identifying who had what because there was some issue with their system. I know this was stressful for her but again, she maintained such a great attitude. I can't remember her name, but I am grateful we had her as our server. I don't think you could go wrong with any of the servers, everyone we encountered was super friendly and helpful. I definitely recommend giving this place a try and would love to come back if I am ever in the area again. read more

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Imagine my surprise when I came across a can from a brewery called Smiling Moose at the beer distributor. I hadn't realized this place had been around for quite some time, let alone that they had multiple locations. Discovering that one of their spots is nearby, I knew I had to check it out. I learned that they started brewing beer 20 years ago on the South Side with a small setup that could only produce one keg at a time. Over the years, they expanded, opening this location in Cranberry and, more recently, a production site in Grove City where they now brew their beer. It's amazing to see how they grew from such humble beginnings to where they are today. We finally made it to Smiling Moose Brewery in Cranberry and sampled a variety of beers, including: 3 Beards - A classic Pale Ale. Party Rock n Roll - A crisp and refreshing Pilsner at 5% ABV. Blinded by the Lite - A smooth and easy-drinking Lite Ale at 4% ABV. Coffee Break - An Imperial Coffee Stout packed with rich, indulgent flavors at 8% ABV. All the beers we tried were excellent. While we didn't get a chance to try the food, we've heard it's a must, so that's on the list for next time. Cheers to finally making it to Smiling Moose Brewery! read more

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We stopped in on a whim after hearing about the spot on the Southside. The sandwiches were okay but not anything that knocked us over. The pasta salad was a 50/50 at the table with some of us really liking it and others saying that they could take it or leave it. The Bourbon Pork was pretty tasty and the Mac n Cheese was a hit. The desserts were a bit much for what we received (skip them next time). The flight was overpriced even for this area. There are better options with better brews in the area. Final point: The food was alright but wasn't anything to go out of the way to stop over. read more

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Smiling Moose was SO good! I went on a Saturday around 12:30. I was surprised to see a driving range right behind it. I need to come back in warm weather. We were seated immediately. They had a good variety of beers on the menu- I chose the hazy ipa- 5150. It was tasty! They had specials on the food menu but I chose the pierogi grilled cheese off their regular menu. It was SO good!!!! OMG the carmelized onions on it were to die for. I would definitely order it again. All of our food came out quickly and the waitress was super nice. I definitely will be returning! read more

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Cool casual atmosphere right next to a driving range. Service was great and the food overall was good. Pasta salad wasn't super vinegar-y and was nicely seasoned. The falafel was soft and not as crispy as I would've liked but still seasoned well. The shrimp poboy tasted good but isn't the traditional poboy fixings. read more

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Burgers are phenomenal. I like how you can walk to the back and hit some golf balls on the practice range. Service was excellent. The atmosphere here is pretty cool. read more

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Food was just ok but to expensive. Unfortunately, it was DJ night and was so very loud. I guess I am just too old to appreciate this place read more

My husband finally caved and we got to try the smiling moose! Ive only been asking for weeks (since my son started deck hockey). I did sneak in for brews to take over to the deck...shhh! You guys...this place will NOT disappoint! Their burgers and cocktails are fire! If you follow me already, you know I love me a good burger and this place definitely fits the script. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by for a burger and brew (and hit a couple of golf balls too)! Happy Burger and Brewing! -Love a fellow burger lover read more

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Awesome place, great food and service. AJ took super great care of us. Made specialty drinks for our group. The food was amazing. We decided to go there because of the quirky sign and name of the restaurant. So glad we did fantastic find in Cranberry. read more

Take a 5 minute drive off PA 228 in Cranberry Township and stop at this hidden little gem to the North. Plenty of parking, friendly staff, quick service. I was focused on the food and BEER do I didn't really pay that much attention to the ambulance. Bartender was chatty. Burger was awesome. Love the blend of cabbage, berry jam, and Thai peanut sauce. Fries were ok. read more

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If you're looking for some friendly service, great beer, and delicious American food...then this is the spot for you. Beer cheese is awesome, and I loved the use of the jalapeño on a few of their dishes. Would recommend the pasta salad too. Light and made for a great side dish. read more

Pains me to start off with a negative review here but my takeout order fell flat to say the least. The cheese sticks were listed as beer battered, and I would eat my hat if they actually were. They were the run-of-the-mill frozen variety with breading. I went with the BBQ sliders and pasta salad and one word sums it up - dry. The burgers were overcooked and the buns were either stale or just plain bad. Considering it was supposed to have grilled onions (they were raw) and BBQ sauce, I'm somewhat astonished how dry they really were. While the pasta salad was adequate, even it suffered from being under-dressed in my opinion. My wife enjoyed her meal with different options and I'd be glad to stop back and eat in to have a beer because it seems like a fun little spot. read more

smiling moose - Onion rings... Beer battered? You be the judge. - Brewpubs Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

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Terrible service - mediocre food- Kayla was rude. Nobody brought us menus- I had to get up and help myself. Zero food allergy options example corn tortilla for tacos. I ordered 3x kids sliders with pickles. Skimpy order of fries alongside the sliders. No ketchup, we had to ask for it. No pickles- when she finally goes back to get the pickles we asked for. She brings TWO side cups of the thinnest pickles I've ever seen in my life/ which we were charged $2 for!!!!!! Insane! After rationing the 2 teeny servings of pickles between my 3 kids, they ate them. My nachos- I said please put the cheese and sour cream on the side since I have a dairy allergy. They arrived with queso on side but actual melted cheese all over them. In a hurry I picked off myself. TERRIBLY mediocre and rude service. Would not go back. read more

Great food and drinks! I love their apps and my go to is the mac and cheese or sweet chili chicken sliders. Their pasta salad is also to die for. The drink specials are always festive and delicious. Great local place to go for great food and good drinks. read more

I'm glad these guys are finally trying to get the word out. They have a scratch kitchen & I've stopped in for lunch several times. The bartenders & chef are super friendly. They serve all PA beer, wine & spirits. The food has been great. I love their waffle fries (try the beer cheese). They are kid friendly too. A nice lunch place to stop. It's on Rowan Rd so off Rt 19 & just before the elementary school. It's by the golf place. It used to be hard to tell when they were open but they added some neon signs to help & are adding more signage in front so people notice it from Rowan Rd. read more

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I'm impressed! We will be back! The shrimp skewers were perfect. The nachos - well the chips were stale, but the toppings were delicious- so I would actually order them again. The pork tacos were tasty, the Cuban was fabulous l, and the habanero burger was HOT. We decided that we couldn't leave without trying the basin Mac and cheese - and I'm sooo glad we did - literally the best Mac and cheese EVER!!! My only complain is the liquor selection and stale tortilla chips. We will definitely be back! read more

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Took my Mom out for a quick lunch and The Smiling Moose did not disappoint. Both sandwiches were delicious and had great flavor. The fries were also very good. Our server was on top of everything and very friendly. Would definitely stop back here and hit up the driving range that's in the back. read more

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Went for dinner and drinks the other night. The restaurant was crowded but we didn't have a wait and the menu has a lot to pick from. Their homemade alcoholic root beer was really good! Among our group, we ordered a club, Philly cheesesteak, a burger, and a southwest steak hoagie. Everyone was pleased with their meal but the crowd fave is the pasta salad. read more

The food was great and the service was amazing. We met the owner and had a wonderful time. Highly recommended

First of all the workers and service were phenomenal! We walked in and wanted to sit in the bar area, and they came up with two solutions to make us happy. We had a slew of drinks and several different meals. We got a basket of waffle fries for an appetizer and they are a must! I loved my shrimp po boy and someone with us said the Cuban was great too. My husband got the Smiling Moose burger, and he said it was good not great. I loved the spaghetti salad that came with the sandwiches. They also have Leona ice cream sandwiches for dessert. These are so good but lately hard to find. We can't wait to go back in the summer to use the driving range...yes that's right! read more

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We have heard people rave about this place for years, but today's experience was not worth the time or money. Food was bland, under-seasoned, and greasy. Obviously you expect bar food to be greasy, but this was the only flavor you could detect. Mozzarella sticks were could have taken the award for the best we've had in the area, but they were severely over-cooked, teetering on the line of being burnt. Typically have a three strike rule when trying a new place, but this visit was so bad that we will not give two more strikes. read more

Fantastic food, cool venue and super friendly staff. Got takeout on a busy Friday night and were really happy with Smiling Moose. They were up front there'd be a wait so we hit a bucket of golf balls at the driving range in the shared lot while waiting and had a blast. The Smiling Moose Pirogies and Beer Battered mozzarella sticks were super tasty. The BBQ pulled pork tacos were absolutely amazing and the Philly Cheese Steak and Cajun shrimp Mac and cheese were delicious. Fries were boardwalk style but crispier and even better than at the beach. Inside decor was loaded with original artwork and gave the vibe of a Mad Mex style, but cooler. Really glad we tried the Moose and will definitely be back! read more

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We have Service days next door and occasionally order from here. The quality of food has downgraded. A few of us received black rotten & wilted lettuce in our salads with unpeeled & flimsy shaved carrots. All-in-all we questioned the freshness of their produce. Forget the soup & salad option, there was no daily nor soup from menu available. We finished all of our colleagues' fries. Thank goodness there are many food options in Crby. It would be nice for women to have warm water pressure to wash your hands in restroom as well. read more

I returned as I said I would. Today I ordered shrimp sliders and that came with a side of homemade pasta salad. Delicious! Waiter was very courteous and ambiance is just awesome. read more

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We have visited the original location a number of times, so decided to try this spot out when we were in the area. The atmosphere is fun and casual. Everything we had was pretty good; the waffle fries were especially delicious, though for $10, you only get a basket about the size of a side dish. I had the steak sandwhich, which was good, but nothing to write home about. I did really like the sauce they served with it though. My husband loved their hazy IPA. read more

I read about the pasta salad ..rave reviews . Still skeptical . Was happily wrong! It was soooo good . I had the reg cheeseburger, husband had habanero burger . Both shared fresh cut fries . Also enjoyed a few ipas. Really enjoyed our lunch . Waiter was friendly and helpful . read more

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Cool space, good bar grub and staff were very nice . Good prices as well . Small draft list but the ones they had were very tasty

Fun location right on a driving range with outdoor picnic tables for when the weather is nice. Restaurant wasn't terribly busy even on a Saturday evening so we were quickly seated and ordering food in no time. The fries appetizer was freshly made but unfortunately the fries were limp and dripping in fry oil so we didn't eat much of that. The burger on the other hand was cooked to my specification (medium well), and had nice flavor. The pasta salad was also quite good. read more

smiling moose - Smiling Moose Burger - Brewpubs Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Great burger at a great price, fresh ingredients. Good service. Was larger inside than expected, great beer selection