These people make some great beer. I went to the Jersey City Beer festival a few months ago and…read morehad a fantastic time drinking their beer. The one beer that enjoyed the most was from the Brix City Brewery. I hung out by their tent most of the time I was there. It has body and a nice hazy look to it. It is what I believe a great IPA should be. I plan to go to the brewery soon for a visit and maybe a tour. They clearly sold me on their beer. I finally went to the brewery and the atmosphere was very nice. There was a chill environment with some live music playing. The server was very welcoming and helpful making suggestions and recommendations. Unfortunately, we tried three different beers and all of them were warm! I'm sure there must have been a problem with their refrigeration because that's not the way to serve beer. I left and went to Hackensack brewery where they always serve cold beer. Sorry but they need to address the refrigeration issue before I can go there.

Ok, let me start by saying I'm not a huge beer fan, but Brix Brewing in Little Ferry, NJ, might…read morejust be changing my mind--especially with their unique brews like the chocolate and rum-infused IPAs. These beers strike the perfect balance between rich, smooth flavor and that classic IPA bite. Honestly, they're way more complex and enjoyable than I expected. If you're not into IPAs, give these a try--you'll probably be surprised. The taproom has a great vibe--casual, welcoming, and centered around a cool reclaimed wood bar. The staff is knowledgeable and super friendly, always willing to offer a taste or a recommendation. Whether you're into hazy IPAs, darker brews, or something a little more experimental, there's always something interesting on tap. Keep an eye out for their seasonal releases or small-batch brews--they get pretty creative with their flavors, and it's absolutely worth checking out.

Located in a warehouse with an eclectic mix of furnishings and decorations that make it feel like…read moreyou're back in your dorm room from college. People working there that are super friendly and engaging with customers and seem like they really understand beer and are excited about it. Most importantly: a killer taplist with an astounding 21 beers, one NA beer, and one seltzer. No two beers alike and all of them inventive and delicious. For me the real standout was the Politics and Religion, a DIPA with milk sugar and coconut and sabro hops. This is just a quintessential NJ brewery. My girlfriend and I have been to a lot of NJ breweries over the years, and we feel confident ranking this one high on the list. We visited on a Sunday afternoon in February and whiled away the hours watching Winter Olympics with the staff and other patrons. The only downside is parking. There are about five parking spots out front. If you're not lucky enough to grab one of them, and especially if they have a special event going on, you'll have to demolition derby your way into a parking space amongst the maze of narrow streets that surround the brewery. This place just passed their 7th anniversary and will undoubtedly be around for many years to come. We live far away but can't wait to come back someday.

We drove right by this brewery as it is wedged in between two other businesses and they don't have…read moremuch parking as they added additional seating outside. There is a parking lot down the road where you can park and walk it's maybe a 2minute walk and way easier to park. They had a food vendor outside with kebabs and a birthday party ongoing so it was definitely packed. We opted to sit inside as it was hazy outside and a bit too humid for liking. When trying to go inside it seemed there was a large group at the end of the bar which in turn was blocking the entrance. And they didn't seem to move when the door was opened. When ordering my boyfriend ordered their oh the pain DIPA and he really liked it. I struggled to find something as they didn't have any sours on tap. So I went with the Sanguine which was supposed to be their blood orange wheat beer. It was drinkable but definitely not something I'd get again. Was definitely surprised when I asked if they had anything non alcoholic and the bartender said no. Glad we were able to try this brewery but probably would not come back.

As a craft beer enthusiast, Bolero exceeded my expectations with their variety and creative…read moreflavors. To start, I had to try their Ube beer and see if it lived up to its name. The Ube beer was INCREDIBLE! It almost tasted exactly like an Ube milk tea, thick and rich, just how I like my smoothie beers. As you might guess from the picture, this will stain you purple! Also tried the matcha beer, then had a flight of their more popular brews. The flight was great to taste more of their selection as they had so many yummy ones! I truly enjoyed my experience here. tons of outdoor seating, foosball, TVs for game days, and a food truck that's always parked outside. Decent amount of parking and if the lot fills up, there's street parking around. Super friendly service as well. I personally love when breweries get creative and have fun with their flavors, and the selection at Bolero was super diverse, there's literally something for everyone here. I saw they also have events often, including larger concert/block parties with live music. I can't wait to come back on a concert night, I know it would rock! Shoutout to Bolero for being one of the best breweries I've tried so far in the north Jersey area :D

We always come on a week day. The last time we went was on a weekday during a World Cup game so we…read moresat outside. As a mom, I now check for diaper changing stations and they have one! They stock up on other toiletries in the women's restroom which is fond of them and sunscreen. Being a brewery you gotta have a bit of something and they do! We ordered a flight and ordered the Ube sour and did not expect it to taste the way it did at all. It's a sweet creamy drink. The Brazilian lager was a good laid back drink too. We bought a hard orange seltzer pack and the ube pack to go. Note that the ube 4 pack is a 2 can ube and 2 can matcha. I was told the matcha tastes just like the ube so maybe it's creamy too? Haven't tried the matcha yet. Cheers!

This is my second time coming to ghosthawk and have to say I definitely prefer it in the warmer…read moreweather when they have outdoor seating and all the doors open. It was pretty packed for a Wednesday night but we were able to get two seats right at the bar. My boyfriend had the apex predator as he loves IPAs. I was able to try the United Sodas non alcoholic drinks they had which were delicious. The pear elderflower was great not too sweet or full of sugars and no artificial dyes! It's a smaller brewery but has that homey charm to it. A must try if you are in the Clifton area. Parking does fill up quick!

Best of the Best! Steve and phis partners have created…read moresomething great. A place locals can frequent and travelers can discover. I'm not a huge beer drinker but I like the occasional frosty brew. Ghost Hawk has a nice variety for me to try out. The building itself has a great lay out and a is the perfect spot to meet someone for happy hour. It's a good spot to spend a lazy Sunday. One of the best perks about the place is that Rutts Hutt is across the streeet for when you get hungry. Ghost Hawk also throws great outdoor events with food trucks and local vendors selling their products. If your lucky you might catch a local hardcore show one night. Overall GH is a great brewery with great people always having a good time. So stop in, grab a beer and say high to Steve!! Don't forget to take a bag of beers to go. Which by the way always have awesome labels.

Beers were all excellent. My favorite was B127 - a hazy IPA. Burger was also really good.read more

Beers were really good - I had a flight of 4 Lord of the…read moreHelles - Wolves of the Midlands - Matsuri - Impeccable Character I wanted to try a Cider but they said thats not part of a flight choice - never had that happen before at any brewery. I mean, a flight glass is a miniature glass. Also ordered a Bourbon Blue burger that was delicious and juice. The fries were really crispy and tasty too! There is a nice garden for some peace and quiet in the back. The inside is very spacious with some great music playing! The owner really takes pride in his business and has a really amazing brewery.

I don't visit brewery restaurants often, but I was in town visiting, and my friend was so excited…read moreto find this place close to the neighborhood that it was the first one I checked out. The location is great, and it has a few parking spaces in front. The decor is simple, so the focus stays on the great brews you can pair with the menu. I had the pretzel with my flight. I recommend the flights. The service was great, and the people were entertaining. This spot offers different weekly events, so check their website to see what's on this week. I'll definitely be back.

I had heard about this spot for so long and was happy when I could finally attend an event here! A…read morefriend invited me last minute to a poetry/open mic night and I wasn't passing that up! We decided to order two pizzas to share. The margarita pizza was great but I liked the prosciutto one a bit more! My friend ordered a non alcoholic beer and mocktail while I had a Diet Coke. The bartenders were super nice and very attentive. Will definitely be back!

We were in the area for a show and came across this place, the food was really good , we had the…read morechicken piccata and it was amazing . The place was pretty dead for a Friday afternoon :( Service wasn't really that great , upon arriving the bartender handed us menus and than went back to chatting with some other person at the bar ( probably a local ) and when we called her to order she actually walked away and said she'd be right back ( she actually had to go get the food for someone else that was waiting while she finished her conversation) . Anyways , it was like that the whole time we were there , maybe 3-4 people sitting at the bar and that included the 2 of us and yet she was just busy blabbering with the locals . We didn't really feel a very good vibe or welcomed . So sad because the food is good :( We will try elsewhere next time .

Time is not a charm if you have other options, I would definitely go to them and not this place…read more.. Explore with caution! It's all about who you get as a server and check your bill as I just paid for someone's coffee... And I thought I was getting some type of happy hour pricing which I was told they don't have happy hours on Friday afternoons... So I don't know why I was handed that menu lol I guess you need to go back on wing Wednesday Lol Let me know if there's any other places in the area I should check out!

Stopped in for my second time at Five Dimes for a line dancing class and it was fun! Though, a…read morelittle chaotic to get to the bar for a drink once I gave up on dancing. The bartender seemed more interested in watching the women dance rather pouring drinks which was lame. My first time coming to Five Dimes was last summer and we came on a Saturday to hang out with a group of friends. I'm not a huge beer drinker so I opted for the cider which was okay. After the first one, they all start to taste good, right? Anyway, talking to my beer drinker friends that were with me and they didn't exactly love what they were drinking either. I love the concept of a brewery in Westwood - especially a location that has a rooftop where you can hang during the warm weather. I just wish there were more drink options or even a full bar?

Nice big place, nicely furnished with dark wood and brickwork. I was told that the place used to…read morebe a 5&10. Good beer selection. TVs with sports, you can see the beer vats in the basement . Probably a hopping place at night as a band was setting up when we were there

Don't let the looks fool you -- this spot might not be fancy, but the food is unbelievable! It's…read moredefinitely got that local, no-frills vibe, but everything I tried was packed with flavor and clearly made with love. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the staff treat you like family. If you're local (or just love good food), you need to check this place out. Hidden gem for sure! That chop't salad was wowwwwww!!! Perfectly cooked BBq wings. Them chicken tenders were executed perfectly. Yeah food was 10/10 !

Had a great time at Straphanger Saloon. The food was really good, the music added to the fun…read moreatmosphere, and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The crowd was also great--everyone seemed relaxed and social. It's a nice sized bar with plenty of space to hang out. Definitely a good spot for a casual night out.

I love this place! Great drinks and great service. They even have trivia some nights which is…read morealways a vibe.

Always a nice time (but)... starting to notice where "these" kind of places are becoming a…read morebabysitting / kids playgrounds. I'm sure (new) parents are desperate to get out but it is diluting the experience (for me)... always good beer byo (food). Maybe set up a slide by the brewer tanks;)