April 2008 - Visited with our friends Chris and Meredith from thebeergeek.com who highly recommend it. We had good beers, good food and good service, which I guess is what’s all about. But after a long week that included some outstanding beer spots, this place just seemed good, not great. I’d go again, and I’d put this on a SF itinerary. (Brewery #463, 4/11/2008)

2 taps??? That’s it? Goddamn that’s weak. What kind of brewpub only has two of their own beers on? No excuses for that. Food was good enough but I’m going insane as every brewpub has the same damn menu. Ok, bright and woody place. The restaurant area looks like a feedlot but the bar area is pretty relaxed. Service was good. I would have liked it if they actually had some of their own beer on.

We went there on a Thursday night and it was almost empty, so the atmosphere was not at its best. Otherwise, I think the atmosphere could become interesting with more people in. Still, I was quite let down as I considered this place a must in SF and on a California scope, what I drank there was well under average. 75 IBU IPA was completely straightforward, had little aroma and little bitterness. The prices were also more expensive than most and I have little to say about the service since we had to go at the bar and no talk was involved.

I really liked the decor here, high ceilings, lots of wood, clean and airy, with a clear view onto the kitchen. The house brews I tried were all very professional and flavorful, so I would definitely come back. The food menu looked really appetizing too, but we had plans to eat somewhere else. There aren’t too many exciting brewpubs in SFrancisco, so this one would be a must return for me.

Decent across-the-ballpark brewpub. A touristy bar, most seats are in the restaurant. Very busy at lunchtime. Outside of the IPA, I found their beers to be just OK. If you are in this area, City Beer Store is the go-to place. More or less an verage brewpub for America.

Popped by this place which was a short walk from the convention center. A whole lot smaller than I imagined. A large square bar up front with a small seating area for drinks and snacks. Behind that is a larger (although still tight) dining room. Hostess was a little (actually a lot) clueless but she finally managed to get our party seated. A solid IPA and a bang-on saison were on when I was in. Food was pretty good too - had a burger that was pretty tasty. Worth checking out.

This place is a classic. Even if a bit far from the center and Powell street, it is worth the detour. The beer list is usually great, and they offer samples by the unit. I really enjoyed the decor, and paintings of the last brewers supper, with the 12 Bay Area brewers. Food seemed above pub grub.

This was one of my last place to stop on my personal brewery tour through San Fran. Loved the location right on the bus line which was perfect for me. They had 3 taps going and a few guest taps and the brews where good. They had special Watermelon wheat they had just tapped for the first try of the season. I was there in Late spring so the brewing festivals where coming. Talked with the brewer and had a nice tour. They gave me a couple free pints and I loved the pint glass they gave also. Pays to be nice. Had a small bite to eat and then off to finish my tour of Frisco by mass transit.

Just a short walk from the ballpark, so it’s a pretty popular destination during Giants home games. The beers have been very hit or miss. Usually good hoppy beers and everything else is try at your own risk. Kind of expensive for the house beers, both on full pours and samplers. Food is generally pretty good and decently priced for the city. I don’t think I’ve ever had to wait for a spot at the bar, and the service is usually quite good.

Stopped in for a couple one afternoon. Nice feeling, good beers. Not a huge selection but enough to keep one interested. Would like to go back in the evening for a few more.