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    Bear Chase

    4.2 (273 reviews)
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    Amanda T.

    Bear Chase is hopping! Went there on Saturday evening and they were busy, but you could still find seating and there was not a delay in ordering beer or food. There was a live band and a lot of families hanging out both inside and out. My husband and I found a small table near their roaring fireplace, which was perfect. We enjoyed both stouts, dunkel and amber. My husband enjoyed the imperial stout the most and I think I favored the dunkel, though both the oatmeal stout and amber were also tasty. I also enjoyed the large pretzel and grilled chicken sandwich and my husband enjoyed the house burger. The environment was a little loud, but festive and fun. We are already planning to come back. Thank you for a great experience and happy holidays!

    Sean Z.

    Really loved the place. They got their own parking lot with abundant of spaces. There is a gift shop before their restaurant entrance. The sweatshirt, hat, coins, and other gift items seemed to be well made with quality in mind. The servers are very friendly, and they take time to explain to you about the beverage that you are interested in, and provide a sample cup if desired. The price is moderately reasonable. The come in 3 different sizes. And their food is actually amazingly scrumptious! We really enjoyed our time there! It was totally worth the visit. Will definitely visit again! 4.9 out of 5.

    Victoria L.

    We stopped by this brewery over a holiday weekend--definitely a fun place with a great outdoor setup. It was pretty busy (as expected), but the atmosphere was relaxed and family-friendly, which we really appreciated. The beer was decent--nothing mind-blowing, but solid enough for a casual afternoon hang. They have a little animal farm area, where the kids can feed the animals. That said, the live band was rough. Unfortunately, it kind of killed the vibe for us and was a big reason we didn't stick around longer. The pizza looked really good, though we didn't get a chance to try it. All in all, a good spot if you're looking for a laid-back place to bring the family--just maybe check who's playing before you go.

    Dueling Pianos
    Chloe P.

    Stopped by tonight for Dueling Pianos which was a blast. The event had the brewery packed and lively. But everything was organized very well and functioned smoothly. Bear Chase continues to be one of my favorite local breweries because of nights like tonight.

    Juan F.

    I really enjoyed our stop here. After hiking Bears Den, we came here for a beverage. From what I hear, it gets pretty busy and I can see why. Huge venue with tons of indoor and outdoor seating. Lots of space for parties and events and the beer is great. Excellent view of the mountains wherever you sit.

    Beautiful view. We were sitting at a bar overhang
    Kevin S.

    This is one of the better breweries that I've visited in a while. Helpful staff, amazing views. We sat outside listening to a band enjoying the view. We had a quick round. American lager and a Mexican lager. I look forward to trying the food next time.

    People gather outdoors at a brewery with tables, umbrellas, and scenic landscape views under a clear blue sky.
    Trendy D.

    We celebrated our 3 year anniversary here this past weekend at the beer and wine festival. It wasn't much of a wine festival but deft beer They had so many great options and local vendors. I loved the Pumpkin patch more than Bears Chase Oktoberfest. The non beer char beers I enjoyed was, Lost Barrel cinnamon dolce porter, Corcoran Hard Cider barrel aged was my second fave. The food was aight, I liked the pretzel the best. Everything was meh. If they started having BBQ that would be amazingggg and pizza that didn't taste like frozen cardboard for $17. The service was regular nothing to brag about. The vibes were on point, there was live music, and AMAZINGGG views. I would recommend brining a blanket and cozy clothes. You can also bring your own chairs. There's patio seating and tons of outdoor seating. There's also covered seating.

    Liz K.

    We came here on a Thursday night and reserved one of the rooms in the back. Our wonderful server, Stefan, took such good care of us. I can't even tell you how wonderful of an experience this was for my team. The food was delicious as we ordered crab cakes, mini sliders, and dumplings. The place was just so beautiful. I wish I lived in this area but this would be a place I come visit again.

    Aarti B.

    Good selection of beer on tap, nice variety of food, (delicious flatbread!) and stunning views! Family-friendly with dogs and bustling over the weekend! Great for groups with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, The sunset view of Shenandoah Valley is truly spectacular! While I missed the views the 1st time when it poured, I'm glad I came back to enjoy the view at sunset! There's a lot of picnic tables and areas for people to spread out and relax (there's also outdoor beer service). Along with a dozen or so types of beer on tap, there's also a couple of ciders, hard seltzer slushies, and a few non-alcoholic beers. You can easily find a beverage for anyone. I wish there were a couple of more ciders on tap. The ginormous pretzel was very filling and paired well with the Bold Rock Cider on draught. Highly recommend the upcharge for the beer cheese dip! I was stuffed before I touched the flatbread, and wished I started with the flatbread first! The Truffle Mushroom caramelized onion flatbread hit the spot and the flavors really blended well together. The Pepperoni Pizza was greasy and didn't look as appetizing. Note, the brewery doesn't make most of the food and get it from other vendors (they didn't go into details on their suppliers). There were a few types of flatbreads and pizza along with burritos, tacos, crab dips, and other types of finger foods. It would be nice to have more vegetarian options on the menu like a spinach artichoke dip, warm bread, truffle fries, etc. Have come back twice for the flatbread and the views!

    malvina g.

    What a wonderful experience with our pup. The Best views and the food is tasty. Pro tip: pups are allowed inside the tap room and outside. Watch the weather for rolling storms and get the pizza.

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    Ray C.

    Wow! What a view this place has. Staff was friendly and the burger I had was pretty good. It was my first visit but I hope I'm in the area again to give them another shot. The prices are definitely on the high side across the board and that's the only reason it didn't get 5 stars from me. A couple of beers and a burger was over $50.

    Entrance - first look - An outdoor area features a painted wall with a paw print design, a hayride platform with hay bales, and string lights hanging between trees.
    Kimberlee C.

    When I was in AZ, my friend texted me the bearpaw symbol and said "We're taking you here when you visit." Cool. My last name is Bearhand so this symbol spoke to me. . Upon arrival, it looked very cozy, countryside. Once you walk into the place, its packed with dogs, dogs, dogs! I was in heaven!! So many people with beer and dogs. Yes! I love this!! I just wish my two little boogers could have flown here too. They would have made so many friends. The only downside, its SO loud. There is no dampening the sound - no insulation. We walked outside and wow - a hill with several giant firepits. I love fire a great fire but the wind was wreaking havoc. The view is beautiful and they have many plastic Iqloos to escape into as well. They have piles of wood, free to fuel your fire for as long as you'd like. The beers were delicious. The dogs were great. The view is spectacular. Bring the family. Bring the friends. Don't leave the dog behind! They will have plenty of buddies to meet at Bear Chase.

    Erin F.

    This place is MASSIVE. I was in total shock when we pulled up to an already full parking lot with lines coming out the doors and it was barely 1pm. WHO ARE ALL THESE PEOPLE AND HOW DO THEY KNOW ABOUT THIS PLACE!? Well that should be a testament to how fun this place is! It's waaaaaaaaaayyyy out there (as someone who lives inside the beltway) and while it took a little over an hour to get there, it was worth it! It was a gorgeous fall afternoon and there was everything from amazing views, great beer, all the food options you could ask for, live music and tons of FREE fire pits (first come first serve) with wood already stacked and ready to go for you. There beer was decent. I tasted the Pumpkin and Oktoberfest, along with both Hazy IPA's. I really liked that they had their own seltzers too. GET THE MULE- it tastes just like a Moscow Mule but as a seltzer- all gingery and limey. I tasted the Chill seltzer too and while it looked like antifreeze, it tasted like blue raz. They had several food situations going on which was KIND of annoying because if you ordered a pizza, some tacos, some charcuterie and those mozzarella sticks, you were given 4 different buzzers and had to pick them up at 4 different locations. I get that it was more efficient for them, but it was a lot as a customer trying to weave in and out of people only to be told when you finally get to the front of the line that you're in the wrong place. I did appreciate that they had different pour stations. People seemed happy to wait in line at the main bar (where they had ALL the things like wine and all the beers and seltzers) but if you just needed a drink, there were pop ups throughout the property that had SOME of the options with no line. Same with the bathrooms- there were regular ones in the main lodge but they had those fancy port-o-potties (the kind that are mobile, but in a truck or something, so there are multiple inside) out in the fields. That was nice. so GO HERE if you have a big group (or whoever)- just go early! It's super fun, they have everything you need (for the beer person, the wine person, the food person, the kid person and the dog person) for a fun afternoon.

    Current menu. The session and peach sour were the highlights. The orange crush seltzer was also good. - A digital menu screen lists craft beers, ciders, and seltzers, including their names, styles, and alcohol by volume percentages, at a brewery or bar.

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    Obviously, you come for the view. The food is just okay and it is WILDLY overpriced. Not saying don't come, just saying be prepared.

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    DC Beer Festival 4/12/2025, Kolsch was spot on, very enjoyable. I wish you sold cans at beer stores close to Fairfax. Do you distribute?

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    Does Bear Chase offer any gluten-feee options?

    Bear chase doesnt have any gluten free beer, but they offer slushies, sodas, chocolate milk and bottled water. This weekend 3/30/19 they are offering wine.

    Do you have outside seating and do you allow dogs?

    Yes, we allow dogs on the patio and lawn area. We require them to be on leash and the owners clean up after their pets.

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    There's a TON of indoor and outdoor space and they also erected heated tents for the winter which I appreciated!

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    Wow. This place is our new favorite brewery! My wife and…read moreI saw a little sign driving past Berryville, VA. We took a turn and less than a mile off the main road was this very large footprint of a brewery. There is a huge play ground for kids, amazing views and ample outdoor seating. Lots of parking. (Unfortunately it's a cold and dreary day. So we are seated inside by the fireplace) The inside is clean, spacious and great decor. There are also a lot of sound absorbing panels which help when this place is really crowded. (I imagine). The inside is surrounded by large TVs. We are watching the Winter Olympics. Every beer we tried was excellent. We got a flight and also a sample of the cider. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The samples pours are very generous. The bathrooms are spotless. And the urinals are converted beer kegs. (Nice touch) Water is self service and readily available. The appetizers are smaller than anticipated, my only critique for our experience. The spicy cheese curds are actually spicy on the back end. I highly recommend.

    Lots to like about Chilly Hollow. Great add to the NoVA craft brewery scene!…read more Beer: a solid balanced taplist with an option for everyone. I really enjoyed the Black Widow Lager (5.4% ABV) with nice toasty and cocoa notes but not as heavy as a stout or porter with similar flavors. The Juicious Malfoy Hazy IPA (6.8% ABV) brings strong grapefruit/lime citrus tang with an appropriate level of IPA hoppiness. Food: great lineup of handhelds that pair well with the brews. Checkout the pretzel bites with beer cheese for a snack. Vibe: lots of families there. Dog friendly. Good place to hang with friends and catch a game. Beautiful views outside. Staff/service is excellent. Bonus: they sell beef, eggs and cheese. So you can treat it like going to the farmers market.

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    What a cute little place... and LOVE the owners!…read more We were recently in the area for a drive to look at the fall foliage and discovered this little spot, which we heard was pretty popular with the locals. We definitely understand the appeal, as the food was good, the drinks were good, and the staff were great. We likely ordered too much fried food while there (and it all tasted great), but next time I might substitute some of the fried fare with a salad. But our eyes were drawn to the other tables around us where patrons were chomping on fried pickles (yum), French fries (tasty enough), and onion rings (outstanding). My only recommendations to the owners would be to stick a few more healthy items. Before I close out, I must send another shout out to the owners (a husband and wife team who were staffing the place the day we visited). They are awesome!! I loved the conversations with them and would return to Horseshoe just for drinks and a chuckle... and the onion rings! Final thoughts = check this place out if nearby, but be sure to balance the fried food with a salad.

    Love the Curve, food , music and peeps. However since Facebook changed their policy in 2024 you…read morecannot veiw any posts, music schedule or menu,nothing is veiwable unless you join facebook, and believe it or not there is 64% of the US population who chooses not to partake in social media and prefer official websites without all the hoopla. Please post your music schedule somewhere. Thanks, Jojo

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    Aesthetic: Gorgeous Vineyard with views galore and delicious food and tapas…read more My Favorites: The Spinach Dip! Experience: Wow, the views make it so worth the drive. This stunning vineyard had delicious wines and food. Luckily they had incredible gluten free bread which was great since most of the family is GF! We shared a couple bottles, spinach dip and cheese plate. I will say, the spinach dip was the highlight, it was seriously unforgettable with the gf bread, I'll be dreaming of it until our return to VA.

    While visiting Virginia, we stopped by Bluemont Vineyard. The winery is nestled in the hills, which…read moremakes for beautiful views. While you ascend the hills, you are surrounded by rows of grapes. Once you reach the top, the building itself is quite large. On the first floor is a store and a patio. One the second floor, is the bar and a huge patio. We sat outside on the second floor and soaked in the area. Food They offer both dining and drink menus. We had plans of eating dinner after, so we only went for drinks. My wife and I split their Signature Wine Tasting Flight. The flight includes 6 wines that they select. It was a mix of three whites and three reds. I enjoyed most of them, but really enjoyed the Field Blend. So much so, that we bought a bottle on the way out. 4/5 Service We went later in the day, so there seemed to be less staff. Rather than staff lake your order outside, the tables have QR codes and you order online and give them the table number. You lose a bit of the human element that way and don't get staff's perspective on what is good. Everyone was friendly and our wines came out very quickly. 4/5 Ambiance The star of the show is the views. It was a perfect day outside, so you get a beautiful view of the surrounding area. The greenery and different colors from the farms paint a great picture. 5/5 We didn't come to the area expecting to find a nice vineyard, but we did. Bluemont is worth checking out. The wine prices were higher than expected, but so is everything.

    More Better Restaurant & Beer Hall - Ribeye Steak (16oz)

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    I would give this place 100 stars if I could! My boyfriend and I had dinner here last night for the…read morefirst time after a friend's recommendation. The place was busy (as to be expected on a Saturday night) but they were well staffed. Service was excellent! I wish I could remember our server's name. She was very attentive and had no problem keeping up with my boyfriend drinking gallons of tea. I tried it, I can see why, they have really good sweet tea!! I had the BEST Hefeweizen and we started with an order of calamari to share which was cooked perfectly. It was served with some sort of mayo-based sauce which I don't like, so I asked the server if they had cocktail sauce. "We don't.....but I think I can make you some!" She came back a few minutes later with a cup of cocktail sauce they whipped up for me!!! For entrees, he ordered the filet. It was a beautiful cut of steak, tender, and cooked perfectly. I was craving fish n chips but my friend had demanded I try the jagerschnitzel....so I ordered both lol. I'm going to have leftovers for days and I'm not mad about it!! Both meals were incredible and very generous portions. Fish was perfectly crispy and the gravy on the jagerschnitzel....mmm....I don't even have words! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming with a variety of seating options. I tend to have anxiety in crowded spaces but I was perfectly comfortable here. Overall we had an incredible experience and can't wait to go back! This was one of the best meals we've had in a long time!

    My wife and I have eaten here at least 20 times. The food has been good with the exception of a…read moresteak I got the first time which was the worst steak I have ever had at a restaurant, this includes Third World Nations. The beer selection is awesome, they have an exceptional Heffervisen. However, the service has always been sketchy. I'm giving it a one star because this last experience earned it. We were seated at a table that lines up against the wall, guy brought water over, and then nothing. No one ever talked to us or even acknowledged our presence. There were not a lot of customers and most of the staff were very busy on their cell phones. After 10 minutes we talked to a busboy, I think, because they don't seem to have a uniform, and asked if we even have a waiter or waitress. He went over to the hostess (only person that actually did their job) and it looked like he yelled at her. Lot of finger pointing. After another 7 minutes (I timed it) we called it and were starting to get up when the water guy came over to take our order. We said not a chance, thanks, goodnight. Both my wife and I have worked in the service industry, we treat staff well, we tip well at 30% at least, and we don't bitch a lot. When I write a critique it's usually in the hopes that the manager or owner will reach out, say they are making corrections, and then we will try it again. If there is nothing then that's exactly how much of our business they get in the future. Easy fixes, pick a uniform, train your staff, manage your staff, and make sure they keep their cell phones out of sight of the customers, no one wants to see that. Thanks, hope to hear something back.

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