Angry Erik is a delightful brewery in North Jersey that stands out for a few reasons:…read more 1. Viking themed. Fun Viking flourishes all around the taproom like a giant flag behind the bar. 2. One of the northern most breweries in the state. 3. While NJ breweries legally can't have kitchens and serve cooked food, this brewery has by far the most amount of snacks on offer out of any NJ brewery I've been to. Peanuts, pretzels, jerky, tortilla chips and salsa, etc. and even an indoor s'mores kit complete with a portable flame for roasting your marshmallows right at your seat. 4. Huge menu given the size of its taproom. I counted 18 beers on tap + a variety of hard seltzers. Some of the beers are absolutely bonkers (exhibit A, your Honor: a mushroom and rosemary saison). My girlfriend and I each had a flight and a full pour and enjoyed what we had. As a beer nerd, I appreciate how well organized the menu is: all beers have a detailed description and are presented in order from light to dark. Like many breweries these days, they charge a 3.75% credit card fee, which is disclosed on the menu. Overall a really nice place with some interesting and enjoyable beers. We live in South Jersey so nowhere close, but if we're ever in the area again we would come back.

This was such a unique and fun brewery to check out. Has a Viking theme and decor inside. There is…read moreample seating at the bar inside and additionally seating outside. They have a wide range of drinks including NA options. They sell light bites and snack and allow you to order takeout in.

Reserved a table on the porch area & the views were stunning! Food was incredible (chicken nachos &…read morejam/goat flatbread). Server Desi) was so attentive & friendly. Wines & beers were also delicious! Would definitely go visit again!

Came on a weekday afternoon with a group of 6 adults and 1 toddler. We were able to sit in an…read moreenclosed gazebo which was great since it was sunny but super windy. After getting the menu from inside, we went back in to order drinks and some food to snack on. Everyone enjoyed their drinks (flight of beers, flight of wines, some cocktails and non-alcoholic Dry Secco). Charcuterie was very nice while the sliders and flatbread weren't the best. We were able to hangout without anyone bothering us. There's now a small playground set up which was great for the toddler.

Glad I got to try Muckraker Beermaker! I have hard the name of this brewery in passing in the past…read moreand when the opportunity arose to try some of their beer I definitely seized it! Dark As Your Soul is an Imperial Stout that Steve and I enjoyed. With it's roasty, sweet and smoky flavors this strong tasting beer definitely hit the spot. Brewed with seven malts, oats, dark wheat and fermented in a Scottish yeast this stout us perfect for the chilled, rainy days of winter and was a great fit for my craving for these beers during the cold months.

FRANKLIN: NJ has so many breweries and Muckraker Beermaker is extra special as they focus on…read moreBelgian influenced wild ales. We had a beer made from tomatoes (insalata) and it was so good! They have 7 freshly made beers on tap all made with fresh Jersey fruits! Very unique, fun, and dare we say, healthy! Leashed dogs are allowed inside their tasting room and outside on their deck! There is freshly popped popcorn for a snack and you can bring your own food. It is a beautiful trip to get here driving through the northern-Jersey countryside. As our bartender said, this is just about as far north as you can get in NJ!

My girlfriend and I came here for the first time on a Saturday night in January. It was dark when…read morewe arrived and we genuinely thought the place was closed. There was no sign out with the brewery's name, as far as we could see, and no cars. No sign of life anywhere. We finally figured out we had to go around the side of the building where the entrance was. Interesting space. Big open high-ceilinged taproom, brew space in the next room over, bathrooms past the brew space with private rooms and spaces that can be rented for parties, including a tiny room with a pinball machine in it. The beer we had was good, though I'm always wary of a brewery that still has a fest beer and a pumpkin beer on the menu in January. 11 beers on tap with descriptions and tasting notes on the menu, which I always appreciate. Plenty of beers in the to go fridge. Based off their instagram it looks like they do a lot of fun events, but it seems we were there on an off night. Despite it being a Saturday night, there was no live music and no food truck. We were there for an hour and there were only two other people there so it was kind of dead. As far as I can tell this place has the distinction of being New Jersey's northern most brewery. We don't live anywhere close but we would come back if we were in the area again.

VERNON: Two local favorites have joined forces to create Alias Brew Works, a brewery in the…read morenorthwest corner of the state pouring fresh craft beer in a welcoming tasting room! Now you can enjoy the best of Muckraker Beermaker and Two Villains Brewing all under one roof, with a wide selection of IPAs, ales, stouts, hard seltzers, and more. We have visited Muckraker before and love that they now have an expanded space with both indoor and outdoor seating that is fully dog friendly for leashed, well-behaved pups. There is an on-site BBQ kitchen, @beardedbabyque, for a bite to eat (or you can bring your own), plus plenty of fun touches like garage doors that open to mountain views, darts, pinball, and of course a friendly staff that makes the experience even better.

Excelente service, great ambience and the best part is the beer is fresh and this raspberry beer is…read morethe best one that i had in a while! They also have to go beers so you can take home your favorite!

Autodidact came highly recommended when I asked Reddit to recommend a brewery in North Jersey…read more Glad I made the trip as the beer was definitely top tier. My girlfriend and I stopped in on a Friday evening during a weekend trip to High Point State Park. They only had nine beers on tap but there was nice variety and excellent quality in the lineup. Several IPA's and hazy ales but also a grisette, a German pilsner, an English mild and a milk stout. They don't offer flights. Interestingly enough, as much as I enjoy flights at breweries, I've actually found that not offering them is usually a good sign as it is the mark of a brewery that is serious about beer and knows what they are doing. This was true for Autodidact as each beer was excellent. Five star beer but four star taproom. 6 o'clock on a Friday night but only about seven other people there so it was kind of dead. I didn't enjoy the dim, colored lighting or the cold concrete slab bar. We were sitting at the bar and I hated that the only menu available was behind us so we constantly had to turn around to look at what we wanted next. No beers available in the to go fridge but they were able to make us a few crowlers. We live too far away to come back any time soon, but I'm looking forward to tucking into the beers at home sometime soon.

Also known as Ramstein brewery, this is an awesome spot that all of the Butler locals seem to…read moreconverge at. They have excellent beers (they have this watermelon beer right now that's really yummy) of all different types, the vibe is super fun, and the people working there are all soooo friendly. They also often have a food truck open with brats, but if it's not, you can bring your own food which is cool. Great spot!

This is Ramstein brewery. Went on a Saturday afternoon…read morearound 4pm (it closes at 6pm) and it was super quiet. I ordered the blonde beer and it was quite tasty though not super cold. The staff was lovely. The inside is quiet small so we decided to sit outside. There are tables outside and they are definitely trying to give you a beer garden feel but really you are sitting in the parking lot. They don't serve food but they do have menus from local places that will deliver.

I'd like to keep this place to myself... but that just wouldn't be fair. Then again, this brewery…read moreis almost too good to share. We've visited a lot of breweries and tried plenty of craft beer, and this one has quickly made its way to the top of our list. The brewmaster, his wife, and their partners are some of the nicest, most welcoming people you'll meet. The beer is outstanding -- especially the new pilsner and the hazy IPA, which are some of the best we've ever tasted. The laid-back backwoods atmosphere is both relaxing and fun, and they even have activities for kids, which makes it great for families too. So far, the live bands and food vendors have been excellent additions to the experience. I'd absolutely recommend taking the "goat path" into the woods to check out this amazing brewery. We'll definitely be back.

This is a truly great treasure the owners are there to tell you about the various beer's that are…read moremade on site as well as the fresh maple syrup that is also processed there. The entertainment is good and there is a food truck present. Overall a good experience. You have to go to see it for yourself..

Cool place centrally located. The WONDERFUL lady at the front informed me that it's a BYOF and…read moresometimes at night, they have runners who'll bring the food from local spots to you. The selections of drinks were great. Hard seltzers. Slushies. IPAs. Stouts. Good stuff AND affordable. I got a flight of 3 seltzers and my friend got the American Hobo. Staff was helpful, place was clean, and I love the outdoorsy, loungy decor.

What an awesome business!…read more My buddies and I put our name on the list across the street, a 90 minute wait!? I said, let's grab a beer at Diamond Spring Brewery! Walking in, I see a board that says: Pour It Forward I ask the hostess, what does that mean? Oh, customers bought a Veteran a pint. Are you a Veteran? Man... I had military ID out faster than you can say IPA! There's about 15 beers on tap, I chose a Pilsner. The bartender poured it quickly, I grabbed the glass and headed outside to relax. As I sit down, I noticed lots of neighborhood peeps, just sippin' suds and enjoying the mild weather. Diamond Spring Brewery, thanks for the cold beer. Great spot and thank you for recognizing Veterans.

We love coming to Tin Barn Brewing, especially during the summer and fall. It's become one of our…read morefavorite places to meet up with friends. The beers are always excellent, and the huge outdoor patio creates the perfect atmosphere to relax, listen to live music, and spend the afternoon. It's also a great family-friendly spot. The kids have plenty of space to run around and play while the adults enjoy a drink and some tasty snacks. Whether you're stopping by for the craft beer, the live entertainment, or just a fun day outdoors, Tin Barn never disappoints. We always look forward to coming back!

Awesome brewery with big outdoor space in the back. Rustic vibe and farm decor are very fitting and…read morecomfy for the space. Good selection on beer and delicious pizzas as well as other food options. Was not a huge fan on truffle fries- tasted like starch, didn't taste like truffle. No 'flights' of beer on the menu but you can create your own as they have 5oz cup options. Self-service for the most part, they do bring out food to your table and workers at the counters were very helpful. From few years ago until recently- it's a good place to try/grab a beer and hang out.

We stopped here on a whim on our way to Ithaca. It was amazing. Excellent service, welcoming staff…read moreand the place is cozy and warm. One of the staff members showed us around their outdoor area which is really nice and roomy. The food was the topper! So good. I had the poutine and it was a fan favorite at the table. We enjoyed the hazy ipa.

I can't believe it's been 8 years since we've been at the Buck Hill, but the restaurant is as good…read morenow as it was then. When we were here last, we sat outside in nice weather. This week, we were here on a rainy Monday afternoon and sat inside which was cozy and perfect! Since it's October, the Oktoberfest menu is out. I started off with an Oktoberfest beer brewed locally, then my wife and I split the Fried Pickle appetizer. For entrees, we stayed German...I had the Konigsberger Klopse (German Meatballs) and my wife had Wienerschnitzel. We shared both dishes, but my favorite was the Wienerschnitzel served with Spatzle. Delicious! Our server was super friendly and very helpful with the menu. We won't wait 8 years to come back here, this is a really nice brewery and restaurant!