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    Bear Tent Brewery

    5.0 (27 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Rawley D.

    John the Brewmaster maked some fine tasty beers! I did the flight and enjoyed the Winter Ale. Great looking cans too.

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    S S.

    This is what craft brewing is about and what a gem of a brewery to quench your parched throat. The Juniper Plight of Ullr is such a wonderful surprise. And Chair 5 is simply the yummiest red malty ale. The brewmasters take such care in their craft and to top it all off, the ambiance is so cozy and inviting. Feels almost as if you have come home to your favorite comfy spot.

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    Pamela F.

    This place rules! Great beer. Friendly staff. Light, bright and airy tasting room. Games and toys for kids of all ages (aka very family friendly). Sparkling clean washroom. What else could you ask for?! Stopped in for our first visit after a tasty Mexican lunch across Main Street in Jimtown. (Apparently you can bring in to go food with your brews if you prefer - solid option.) I opted for the imperial stout, the hubs had the Vienna lager, my dear friend had an IPA, and her daughter enjoyed a hand crafted green apple soda. We played a raucous round of Cards Against Humanity and had the best time. Already kicking myself for not buying some merch, which includes t-shirts and hats (although the hats were sold out today). They also offer crowlers to go. Our first and certainly not last visit to Bear Tent!

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    Michelle M.

    We were staying in Sonora, but wanted to try another brewery local to the area. Bear Tent popped up in my Yelp search. After getting beat up on the slopes of Dodge Ridge, we drove here to wind down. Never been to Jamestown before, it's very cute. I'd like to explore more of the shops someday. Found some free local parking. The brewery is very clean, a really nice man working the counter took our order. We opted for a beer flight and loved every single beer. Walked away with two crowlers. We enjoyed our flight outside in their patio area. I do believe we'll be going back here, because they are changing out the taps, gotta taste more of this delicious beer.

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    D F.

    Awesome service, terrible parking but great beer selection as well as DOG FRIENDLY. No food only small bag of chips

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    Michael G.

    Only had time for one beer but would like to return. Friendly beertender, tasty beer in a nice atmosphere.

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    The employees are a highlight here. John the owner spends time with everyone. Beer is on point.

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    Five stars is an easy call. Great beer, nice people, fine hoodies, and toys for the kiddos.

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    Freshest best tasting beer anywhere within 50 miles of the Sonora area! We only wish this place served food!

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    Around The Horn Brewing Company - Flatbread and Pretzels

    Around The Horn Brewing Company

    4.6(183 reviews)
    12.7 mi
    $$

    A fun spot not far from Pine Mountain, or on the way home from Yosemite. I appreciate that it's…read moreopen Sunday evenings, making it super convenient. A little over priced, imo, since you have no server and have to grab menus, table, water, etc yourself. Order at the register, they'll bring it to you. Lots of rotating options on tap! Tried a canned wine that wasn't to my fruition palate, but they have hard Seltzer and spurs that are absolutely delicious! Like a grown up Capri sun, so refreshing. Our favorite menu options are the pretzel and the Caesar salad. I also tried the shrimp tacos, and they were good, but fairly small portion of ingredients and shrimp for the price. I haven't tried any sandwiches yet, but those look promising. Sandwiches and tacos come with chips, or you can upgrade to fries or salad. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. I've only eaten inside, but there seems to be a beer garden behind the brewery.

    We stopped at Around The Horn Brewing Company in Groveland on our way home from Yosemite last week…read more While I'm not a huge fan of beer, I do like checking out breweries! I like the vibes and they usually have pretty decent food. I was really excited to see that they had Beer Slushies and Non-Alcoholic Slushies on their menu. They also came in different sizes - I got a 5 oz glass of each. I loved the Beer Slushie - I even ordered another one because they were that good. My daughter also really liked the Non-Alcoholic version which was Vanilla Ice Cream and Red Starburst Slushie. For food, we ordered the Cubano Sandwich and Loaded Baked Potato with added Jalapenos. The food was okay - it was flavorful and cooked well, but there was nothing overly special about it. Our friends ordered Nachos and Fish Tacos as well which I think they enjoyed. Overall, I can't really comment on staff other than the guy at the counter that takes your order who was nice. I saw that they do events on Tuesdays like trivia and they also were advertising a fundraiser that was coming up - I like when businesses support their local community! I would definitely come back for a Beer Slushie...or three! Check them out!

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    Around The Horn Brewing Company - Beer slushies and Jenga in The Corral beer garden.

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    Beer slushies and Jenga in The Corral beer garden.

    Indigeny Reserve

    Indigeny Reserve

    4.7(190 reviews)
    7.0 mi
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    We settled into our Airbnb cabin in Sonora, only to discover there was nothing to explore…read morenearby--just someone's backyard with no trails or points of interest. Fortunately, we remembered passing a sign for Indigeny Reserve and saw on the map that it was within walking distance. Since it was already after 3pm and they closed at 5pm, we decided to drive over and make the most of our afternoon before they closed. When we walked in, the building was empty, but we were eager to try a cider tasting. Browsing the shop, we found a variety of merchandise--shirts, hats, sweaters, and an assortment of cheeses, crackers, chips, and other tasty treats. Eventually, a friendly staff member greeted us and offered the $10 tasting. Since closing time was approaching, she joked about giving us paper cups to avoid running the dishwasher. We didn't mind, but she kindly served the cider in glasses, which made the experience nicer. She also offered a whiskey tasting in a cool room lined with barrels and tables, plus gift boxes and other products. The whiskey tasting was just $2, with three varieties to sample. I'm not much of a whiskey fan, but I appreciated that she wasn't rushing us out. Both of us loved the Blackberry cider, so we each ordered a glass to enjoy outside. The outdoor area is expansive, with wooden benches, tables, and lawn chairs scattered across a grassy lawn overlooking a large vineyard. Only a few couples and families lingered--likely because of the early closing time. After relaxing with our ciders, we wandered down the trail to the lake. Along the way, we discovered old barns, a whimsical gnome area, and several upside-down boats tied up near the shore. If the boats hadn't been secured, we joked about taking one out for a row on the lake! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Indigeny Reserve and, in retrospect, wished we had brought the teens along. Still, it made for a wonderful little date.

    Beautiful grounds and fun tasting of the ciders. I think it was only $20 per person for ~10…read moredifferent apple cider types. Pet friendly SUPER PLUS! AND there was a good truck on hand but we had already eaten. We would def come back. Never knew there are so many different types of apples!!

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    Indigeny Reserve

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    Diamondback Grill - Burger fries and ranch were amazing

    Diamondback Grill

    4.0(871 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    We love this place ... best hamburgers, great salads, wonderful specials…read more The portions are generous making the meals a good value. The wine list can satisfy the pickiest of palates. The option to sit outside makes this a great choice for summer evening dinners , but indoors is comfortable . It can be a tad loud if it is a busy time of day so for the hearing impaired that could be a challenge but ask if you could sit on the wine side , it is a little quieter. 90% of the time we have GREAT service but on occasion we have had to flag down server for help or to pay . But don't let that small chance deter you , the food will not disappoint.

    I used to live out here, and my family still does. This was one of my favorite places I used to…read morego. However, I Visited on Mother's Day with my daughter and sister and had a completely different experience. I have a gluten allergy, one daughter has gluten sensitivity, and my other daughter has celiac disease. We informed our waitress that we needed gluten-free options and were told they were out of gluten-free buns but had gluten-free sourdough. After double-checking, the chef confirmed it was gluten-free. Something didn't seem right, so we asked to see the packaging. Wheat was listed as an ingredient. Thankfully, we caught the mistake before eating it. Unfortunately, when our food arrived, two of the gluten-free meals were still served with gluten-containing items, including a flour tortilla and the same bread we'd already identified as not gluten-free. The food itself was actually delicious, and I wish I could leave a more positive review based on that alone. However, for anyone with celiac disease, a gluten allergy, or a serious gluten sensitivity, accurate ingredient information is not optional--it's a health and safety issue. The repeated errors from both the kitchen and serving staff were extremely disappointing and left me with little confidence in their ability to safely accommodate gluten-free guests.

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    Diamondback Grill - Inside showing the walls with their many layers of stone plaster and paint.

    Inside showing the walls with their many layers of stone plaster and paint.

    Diamondback Grill - Ranch side salad croutons were amazing

    Ranch side salad croutons were amazing

    Diamondback Grill - Apple, Brie, & walnut salad with chicken was divine!

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    Apple, Brie, & walnut salad with chicken was divine!

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