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Sat on the patio and had an insipid porter and a bland IPA. The wafting stench from something that must have been dead and rotting on the river bank below didn't help. Beer reminded me of what you'd get at a "brewpub" run by AB or CoorsMolson.
Had a brief visit on the first Tuesday of August 09. The IPA was decent. The Kansan pizza was supposed to be special by including buffalo, which I didn't notice. The pizza was nothing special (about a step up from frozen).
This place certainly turned out to be a pleasant surprise. As part of a short visit to Hays, KS, I was taken here for lunch. The pale ale was crisp and tasty with just enough hop backbone. The pork tacos were of good quality and well prepared, although I didn't care for the sauce the pork was marinated in.
This place certainly turned out to be a pleasant surprise. As part of a short visit to Hays, KS, I was taken here for lunch. The pale ale was crisp and tasty with just enough hop backbone. The pork tacos were of good quality and well prepared, although I didn't care for the sauce the pork was marinated in.
First, the beer was very good. All we had was IPA, but it was excellent, akin to a Dogfish Head 60 Minute. The food was interesting. They tried, but it didn't always work out, however, I give them extra points for trying. Had the calamari, which the jalapeno sauce on the bottom of the dish really helped kick it up and enliven it. The Thai Chicken Wings were an interesting take on the traditional wings, but it worked. I'd definitely try this place again.
In an odd location in a strip mall. The space was poorly laid out, and the decor felt like leftovers from other establishments. The beer though was very good. And, the server, was no greenhorn and new about the beer and the history of this small brewery. Both the porter and the IPA were very good. Skip the food. But, do come for the beer.
All we had was their IPA, which was very light. Not bad for a hot summer afternoon, but a little too light for a snowy evening apres ski. Good service.
Weird that it only serves until 6 pm on weekdays. Stopped by after skiing and had a winter warmer and their signature IPA. Both were good. The bar featured a modern take on the fireplace and all men at the bar (many of them brewery workers after their shift enjoying the fruit of efforts).
This is essentially the same as North Peak in Traverse City. And like that branch, the beer was unimpressive. Tried the heffeweizen, which was too banana-y and floral, but yet was thin and flat.
This large brewpub is in a former factory and is a rather interesting space. The chicken artichoke pizza was quite tasty. The waiter was rather clueless about the beverages they were supposed to specialize in: "What style of Belgium beer is it?"... "Ohhhhh, it's new." New or old, the beer was unimpressive. The IPA was rather flavorless. The porter was better, with some complexity and flavor.
Great spot. The IPA was excellent - very well balanced. It was so good, it was all we wound up drinking. The loaded potato chips are probably one of the worst things you can eat from a health perspective, but I dare you to resist them!
Bell's has some the best beer in the east. The space is interesting and inviting. The two hearted is a nicely balanced IPA. The Belgium abbey was strong and flavorful and the porter, while robust, was well proportioned. The food was blander than expected.
Magnolia doesn't disappoint with its beer. It's well made and simply delicious. This time, my third time here in about the past 5 years, had Saison and one of the IPAs. the Saison was very good and the IPA was more of an imperial style. The wings were overcooked and dry. The only downside was that the tables were kinda grungy.
Had the IPA and ESB. The ESB was the better of the two, with a nice, well balanced flavor. The IPA lacked the same level of finesse and had an off wheat aftertaste. The shellfish stew was excellent. Note that they don't serve food past 9:30. Ummm, isn't this supposed to be the big city?
This was a fun, quirky find. While passing through Boulder Creek CA noticed and thought I'd stop in. It was later Saturday afternoon, and they were out of 2 of their 5 beers - an odd way to start a long weekend. The only things on tap were a pale ale, a winter warmer and porter. The pale ale was OK, similar to a wit. The porter was good, but nothing particularly memorable. The staff and other mates at bar, though were what made this a fun, interesting, quirky, good pit stop.
Only had the Pale Ale, which was a little off. On the nose I expected a wheat beer, but it finished very minerally and acidic. Not that good. But at happy hour prices ($1.75!!!) who could complain. The tappas apps during happy hour was only a buck a piece too. So, financially, it's a great deal between 4-6.
Luckily, a game was going on while visiting, so this vast essentially sports bar, was nearly empty. The pale ale was OK, but nothing memorable (at least after visiting Great Divide prior).
Stopped by while passing through Leadville. Had the Pale Ale, which was good. The wraps are good, and big enough for two. The fries are great! The space is small and little too homey for my taste.
Tried two beers here: the pale ale and the chili beer. The pale ale didn't connect with us. The chili beer certainly had the flavor of chili peppers, but little other flavors. After the first few sips, the novelty wore off and we didn't wind up finishing the beer. Didn't try the food. Lively bar with good bartenders.
Had the Pale Ale down the street at Beau Jo's pizza. It had a slight sweetness at the end and could have benefited from a bit more hops. Didn't check out the brewpub.
Go for the beer and not the food. The FYIPA was great. The food and decor leave a lot to be desire. The prices were incredible - even before happy hour!
The hummus was outstanding - spicy and piquant. It came with this delicious sun-dried tomato relish and tapenade and a head of roasted garlic. An excellent light dish to go with the beers which, obviously, were unmemorable. Sat outside on Wynkoop watching people heading to the Rockies game which was delightful. The bar inside was lively. Just wish the beer was more of what I was expecting.
