Great place to get food or drinks. They let me sample a beer on tap, which I ended up ordering. When the bartender was getting it for me the keg ran out before the glass was full, so he gave me a small glass of a different beer when I was finished. Very nice move. The bartenders were talkative, friendly, and attentive. It was a nice atmosphere. It seems like soccer is their game of choice as it was on most of the tvs. They have a wide variety of beers, only a handful on draft, but it seems that they rotate through them quite often. Overall seems like a cool place to hangout. I would come back to try their food, and more beer of course. read more

The Tipping Point - "No crap on tap" - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

This place was absolutely amazing. We drove in from St. Louis, 9 hours in the car with two kids and this is the first place we stopped to eat in Montgomery and we were not disappointed. First and foremost the pimento cheese that we got as an appetizer with flatbread was out of this world. I'm not a huge fan of pimento cheese but if this place made it for the entire world I don't think there would be anyone who would not eat pimento cheese. After the pimento cheese and a nice cold Yuengling that came from the over 60 different beers that they have in bottles, I moved on to the Carolina dog. The Carolina dog was one of their all beef hotdogs cooked to perfection and paired with amazing pulled pork and a Carolina coleslaw. All of that was topped on one of their fresh made oversized hotdog rolls and it turned out to be one of the most amazing combinations of flavors I've had in a long time. The place itself is nice I would recommend you try to go during a nonpeak time with kids because seating is hightops and couches with a limited number of normal tables. We were absolutely thrilled with the service the food the location and the decor. We will definitely be going back. read more

The Tipping Point - Carolina Dog. Pulled pork, slaw, mustard and a hotdog on a bun. - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

This place is a great place to bring your family and friends. The owners are wonderful, the servers are friendly and attentive, and the drinks are amazing! It's pub type food and we always like everything we try...especially the bbq flatbread! The kids can play on the hill while the adults enjoy a beverage...just a lovely fun atmosphere. read more

The venue is tucked away in the Hampstead development. A single building with sidewalk parking. The furnishing & environment are very pleasant & calm. Great place for a quiet business lunch or with a good friend. I ordered the BLT. It had good ingredients but is served on a roll that becomes really pasty much in the middle. It's also a lot of bread in a world weening away from carbs. The bacon was crispy, the spinach was fresh & the tomatoes were just right. The pickle was also crisp but well pickled. A pleasant experience altogether but SLOW. Over 30 minutes to get a BLT. The table next to mine (who arrived shortly after me) inquired about the status of their order as they seemed concerned (as was I) that their order might have been lost. There were maybe 12 customers in the restaurant at the time, so it was unclear why simple orders took so long. The staff was friendly and prompt except that I usually expect after 20-30 minutes to get a "your food will be out soon." Looks like they also have some comfort foods, so if you've had a long day, this looks like a great place to wrap up. I won't go out of my way to come here again, but if you're local it seems like a good option. read more

The Tipping Point - The bar - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

This spot has great vibes if you are looking for a place to disengage from a long week. On the particular evening was live music which only added to the ambience . The lounge area is my favorite spot to just sit awhile. ,sip on my peach beer and have great conversation with friends. read more

The Tipping Point - PEACH BEER - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Great atmosphere to hang out with friends for a nice evening drink. They have one of the best beer selections and a revolving selection of 8 draft beers on tap and the staff is actually knowledgeable about the beers that they are selling. Really cool place to hang out. The only thing that is not really great is that there are lots of little kids around even at the bar area. I feel really weird if I am turning up my beer and a baby next to me is turning up a bottle lol. There is plenty of outdoor seating - tables on the deck along with picnic tables on the lawn. The food menu is small and simple but I have never tried the food but my friends tell me that it is great also. read more

Cool little bar and grill spot in Montgomery. It's kid friendly and they have an amazing selection of craft beers. read more

The Tipping Point - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Such a great venue! This place is so cute and fun. I love the atmosphere. I came here for drinks and appetizers. The nachos are delicious. It's family friendly and has a great outdoor seating area. The staff and service have been excellent. I definitely recommend this venue. read more

Tipping point is a great weekend lunch spot. There is plenty of outdoor seating - tables on the deck along with picnic tables on the lawn. It's very kid friendly and laid back. The food is great, prices are low, and they have an extensive beer list. Onion dip is our usual starter. We typically follow it up with one of their delicious sandwiches or a hot dog. Last time, we split the Cuban sandwich and caprese sandwich (add chicken). Both were really good. I don't live in Montgomery, but whenever I'm in town this is one of my go to spots! read more

The Tipping Point - House made onion dip and draft beers - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

The bartenders there need to learn how to treat their customers. They work as if the customers are there to appease them in exchange for a glass of beer. We pay for it you know. It's not for free. I recently had a terrible experience where I paid about $8 for a glass of beer and was served only half a glass of beer. Literally. No kidding. I was told the more the ABV the less the beer you get. Please do not go there. There are plenty of other places in Montgomery. read more

This gem was a little out of our way on the way home from Memphis, but boy was it worth it! The staff made us feel like locals. Our kids thoroughly enjoyed their kids hill and other activities allowing us to have a semi date night after a week of family vacation. All in all, get to this place. You will love it. Please, come to Memphis, The Tipping Point!!! Perfect Date Night! read more

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Although the food and atmosphere are great the service was horrible. We waited well over an hour and a half. We never received any updates on the stays of our food, we attempted to order appetizers and were refused "that's not going to happen", the wrong drink was brought numerous times and drinks completely forgotten. More than half of us received food which was cold after the fact. On top of the poor service and mixed up orders we never received an apology or updates on our food etc. I had previously been here earlier in the week and enjoyed he beer and a dessert and it was slow then as well, but not to this level. I can understand the kitchen being busy but we could have been updated and been treated cordially. read more

I cannot tell you how many times we have been here over the last year and they are closing several hours early due to not being busy.. it has gotten to the point that it's not even worth driving out to Hampstead, a cross town, because 98% of the time they're closing by 830-9pm. We use to love going here for the relaxing atmosphere, good food,and beer but since there have been so many staffing changes over it has really taken a different turn. read more

THE BEST COOKIE SKILLET YOU WILL EVER EAT and the nicest staff around. The facility is always clean and such a fun environment. One of the places I always have to go when visiting Montgomery. read more

Great beer selection but we were really excited to try their gourmet hotdogs and their Sunday menus was very very limited. It's nice to find a place to serve beer but I was hoping for better food portions. Dog friendly is a major plus, brought out a water bowl and a cookie for our dogs. Not being from AL I am not sure I will get the chance to try their hot dogs but I hope to do so one day. read more

We had a quick burger and tots outside with cocktails. They brought treats and water for our dog. Our bartender/server was very friendly and made great drinks. Gave me a free Howler Bourbon sample--yum! read more

My cousins and I met up here the other night for a couple of drinks. We hadn't seen each other in years. One has been living in Montgomery for years, I just moved there and another was driving through heading home. We had a great time reconnecting. I found it a tad odd that this place among other stores were in this Hampstead community. Apparently Montgomery has a few of these places where they try to make it a little nuclear town where you never have to leave. Interesting. I got there first around 6pm and everyone was really nice. Because I am not a resident, I was unsure how the "locals" would react. I got a few looks but the staff was accommodating and courteous. My server had to shim a table for me, and didn't have an issue when I chose instead to move to the back area in the lounge The lounge area was very nice. More like sitting in someone's living room versus a "bar". The server brought the menus and I was blown away by the list of beers alone. He then explained that the list was all of the beers that they have had there and all of them weren't always available. The beer specials were amazing. I went with the Unobtanium which is a truly fantastic beer that's been aged in whiskey casks. It was SO good I had three over the course of the night. The patrons became friendlier over the night too. I invited a couple to come to our area since I had more available space. They introduced us to the Trio appetizer. We had pita bread with three different types of spreads: hummus, a buffalo chicken with blue cheese in it and pimento cheese. I know I am DEFINITELY not a pimento cheese fan from years of visiting Augusta National during the Masters, but this one was DELICIOUS. They also had a live band after about 7pm or so. They were pretty good; playing many current tunes as well as some old hits from R&B, pop and rock. Very impressive. One other thing... after a few UnObtaniums, I visited the men's room and it was SPECTACULARLY clean, like you were in someone's home. Very telling for a joint that has been there for a few years. Hats off to the owner, who I had the pleasure of meeting at closing. Great guy! All in all, it was a wonderful experience. I got in trouble with the wife because I stayed over the time I allotted myself. I plan on taking her over there soon so she can understand why. lol read more

Tried this place out because they have live music. Drinks were great. Bar-back was super nice. Decent prices. Decent food. Seems like an open and friendly place for everything. read more

This place is a GEM! I live in Florida, but haven't seen anyplace like this since I was last in Colorado or California. Very clean, modern but at the same time homey. Fantastic brew selection and fun environment, this place hits the spot for anything from studying to a casual business meeting to Saturday night out. The owner is both genuinely friendly and excellent at creating a fun environment. The food is simple, delicious and well-priced. I seriously will be coming here every chance I get. read more

Love this place! Nestled in the Hempstead community this place is fun enough for everyone, no matter your background. Staff is amazing and drinks are always on point. The best part is they are kids friendly. Come check it out and try the Carolina Dog. read more

The Tipping Point - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Lovely little place we found while hanging out in the Montgomery area. Located inside a upscale residential area is where you'll find this gem. The tipping point is mainly a coffee- bar that provides snacks such as hot dogs and sandwiches. There are a lot of patio seating and yes it is definitely dog friendly. I would say this is where you'll get some legit, artisan cocktails. I ordered a whiskey sour and watched the bartender make it with 5-6 ingredients. Not with that pre-made sour mix crap. My friends and I agreed that we tasted some of the best whiskey sour there. Food is pretty descent but not something to write home about. If you're in the area this is a great place to grab a drink and relax. read more

The Tipping Point has a huge selection of beers, and they always have local (well, made in Alabama) options on draft and in cans. The wine list is short but serviceable - props for an excellent rosé. I will eat anything with their pimento cheese on it, and when it's as hot as it is now, the TCF (tomato-cucumber-feta Israeli couscous salad) is a perfect choice. The staff are pleasant, smart, and helpful, even when it's busy. We consider this our neighborhood bar and wouldn't have it any other way. And holy god the cookie skillet! read more

I thoroughly enjoy coming to Tipping Point. The atmosphere is light and lively. The staff is friendly and always makes me feel valued. After coming here over the last few years I have only had one off experience but all the positive experiences override the one. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is searching for a causal pub experience. Come early because it fills up fast! read more

Tasty pub food with an excellent beer selection and helpful staff. The Tipping Point has several rotating beers on tap from craft brewers around the area. The outdoor seating and beer garden are wonderful as weather permits and the kids have so much fun playing on Mt. Hampstead. If you have elementary aged children or younger, this is a great place to get out and have a drink with friends while allowing the kids to enjoy themselves too. read more

The Tipping Point - Great locally owned eatery with excellent beer selection and tasty pub food. - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

First visit to this place. Food was fine, but it was quite odd that they asked us to confirm our order with a card at the time of our order instead of getting a check at the end of the meal. Explanation from the server was confused at best. Wonder if they do this for everyone?? read more

We've been here a few times and we really like it. Food: Southern/American Bar fare. Fresh and pretty yummy! Beer: Great selection of imports and domestic. My husband is a beer snob and he really likes it. The outdoor space is great for kids and it is dog friendly (meaning your pooch can come an roam around outside in the fenced area if you are seated outside as well. The decor is modern. Outside seating is small tables on the deck and picnic tables on the lawns. Staff is friendly and knowledgable. Cleanliness has been great as well. Overall: Really cool for drinks and hanging out with family and friends. read more

Great place to sit outside and have a drink. The Cuban sandwich is incredible. They have a small inside, wrap around patio, and seating on the lawn. read more

This place has a lock on the kid-friendly outdoor beer garden bar in Montgomery. With two young kids and a love of cold beer, there aren't a lot of places you can take them, sit outside, let them place, and enjoy some delicious suds. Beer selection is excellent. There's usually of variety of different styles on tap. Wide selection of bottled and canned beer, too. Unfortunate (with exceptions), most of the bar tenders aren't as knowledgeable about the different beers as one would hope. Food is good. Sandwiches mostly, with hot dogs and some flatbreads. I personally really like the sandwiches there, but I've got several friend that find it mediocre. Lots of good appetizers. Try the bacon. Good kids menu. Service is bad to terrible outside, and just okay inside. And that's if they're not busy. This is the big "But..." for TP. I'm not sure how they divvy up the tables, but you can wait quite a while for your food and beer, which is really disappointing. About 50% of the time the order comes out wrong, too. Seriously, this is a major drawback for TP. I wouldn't even mind if they had a window where I could just go up, order, and pick up my food, rather than wait 20 min for their waitstaff to come outside again. In summary, excellent beer, good food, horrible service. That being said, if the weathers nice, you'll probably find me there, sipping on a cold beer. read more

The Hampstead development is very much still in, well, development, but until it finishes getting built, it's anchored by a couple of solid places to eat - one of which is The Tipping Point. The bar is incredibly active for being in the middle of nowhere, offering constant live music, kids movies, and tap takeovers. Other people have mentioned the large beer menu and the focused food menu, so I won't harp on it. The dogs are fairly expensive for being only a quarter pound, but on half of them you get at least that much additional weight in some other kind of meat, whether pulled pork or chili, so it works out to be a good deal. Not that I ordered a hot dog - the Cuban sandwich was on order for me today. The pressed sandwich was made true to form, with plenty of ham and pulled pork to go along with the standard accoutrements. Very nice. Less nice was the four dollars I paid for the beer pickles. I assumed it was beer-battered pickles, but instead it appeared to be pickled cucumbers and okra that were sitting in beer. It seemed a bit gimmicky for the price, and I wouldn't order them again. Service was slow, of which they were readily aware and apologized profusely. I wasn't in any rush, so I didn't mind, though I think as popularity grows they'll have to get some additional people to meet demand, because The Tipping Point is everything I look for in a great bar - large, open space, tremendous beer selection, and some good eats. read more

I met a girlfriend here for lunch and took my mother here when she came to visit and was surprised. It was a cute restaurant that has a fun relaxing atmosphere. The customer service is honestly the best I've experienced in Montgomery so far. I've had a young guy who has served us both times and he's pleasant to just talk to. We have not gone back in the evenings but I heard over the weekends it's a family hot spot. They have a liquor license and you will not be disappointed in the beer selection. The humus was so good, the pork clouds I would recommend and I enjoy their turkey sandwich with artichoke spread on a soft pretzel roll. You will not get a steak or some gourmet 5* dinner but all of their food has been delicious thus far. When you go inside go to the right where there are leather couches and look on the walls. They are very small and I almost missed them last time but I laughed so hard. Instead of big animal heads there are squirrel heads. I know it sounds strange but it's perfect for their decor. Outside they have lots of picnic tables and a small hill that kids will get on cardboard boxes and slide down. I guess this occupies the children while the parents are having dinner and drinks. Clever. read more

The Tipping Point - Sitting outside in the shade - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Great place in an inviting location. It can get pretty noisy on a friday, but there's always the option to be outside. I sometimes ask for the bartender to make something special and I haven't been disappointed. Other times I'll just get something simple. They have a great beer list and food options. I've tried almost everything on their food menu by now. Everything is good! Definitely get the cookie skillet, it comes with ice cream and it's great for sharing. Their onion dip with chips is refreshing. I'm used to the really hard and dry pork rinds from the store and their pork cloud nachos are so much better, plus it's covered in cheese and sour cream. read more

Disappointed when we came in from out of town and stopped by for a drink and cookie skillets on a Thursday at 8:40p only to tell us the kitchen was closed! Even checked the kitchen and still would not serve us. read more

The food is not that great but the beers are awesome. Also if the grass hill is open again, the kids loved it. The only thing that taste decent to me is the "BLT" which has spinach in place of lettuce. The service is also mightly slow and the waiters/waitresses always seem to be overwhelmed. BUT it is a beer garden and when we go, it's usually for the beer. read more

Very relaxed, fun environment. Modern, minimalist decor. A great place for a casual date night. Enormous craft beer selection. Coney dog really good and big. Service is very friendly and attentive. read more

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Yummy food. The entire family, including the toddler, loves the pimento cheese. I've had the curry chicken salad, pimento cheese, TCF (tomato, cucumber, feta) salad with flatbread wedges. Their hotdogs are delish (husband tried the Carolina dog), chili is tasty, and the BBQ flat was a big hit with the oldest child. The two littlest ones like the kids' menu with option of applesauce or chips. They, of course, have tasty craft brews on tap, which change every so often. We've only been there twice, but have vowed to make it a regular place. One of two places that I want I return to here in Montgomery. read more

The Tipping Point - Woodchuck Seasonal Hard Cider. Yumm. - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

I came in from California. Tried finding a friendly quite bar with lots of beer. I found the tipping point and had a great time. The staff is friendly, no nonsense, knows their beers and is great to talk to. I had a great time talking with the bartenders and trying some local Alabama beers. Parking was easy to find as well. read more

While my wife and I were looking for dog-friendly places to eat, and came across The Tipping Point. First off, it's located in a beautiful upscale community with beautiful architecture and a relaxed atmosphere. The staff at The Tipping Point were great! They were very friendly and knew their menu well, offering many great food and beer recommendations. The first "person" to receive something to drink on a hot and humid day was our dog. That's a win in our book! We will definitely be visiting them again. Great tasting food, excellent draft beer, and an amazing staff. read more

This place is a Hidden Gem in Montgomery with food and atmosphere awesome the staff of friendly did I mention the food and the cookie Skillet corrupted it's so good it'll put you on cloud 10 read more

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Great lunch or dinner + drinks spot. Their warm pita with three sides is my favorite (I like the slaw, tomato cucumber feta salad, and curry chicken salad the best). They have a wide selection of craft beer and a few cocktail and wine options, too. The place is very family and dog friendly. It's fun to watch kids slide down the grass hill on pieces of cardboard. It is usually very busy on weekends, so sometimes it takes quite a while to get your order. They are willing to host events outside in their side gardens and it can be magical when the lights are strung up and twinkling. read more

Nice place very friendly staff Nice place outside for the kids to play Food is great , good choices. everyone was happy with their selections. read more

The Tipping Point - Outdoor area - Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama