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Big Storm Brewery- Clearwater

3.9 (413 reviews)
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BIG STORM BREWERY- CLEARWATER ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Beer flight, guava sour, vodka seltzer
Jamie P.

Me and a few coworkers stopped in before an event down the road to get lunch. The beer variety was great and they distill their own vodka to make vodka seltzers. I ordered their guava sour and it was a nice mix of fruity and tart. We ordered a flatbread and nachos to share. The food came out quickly and nice and warm. The flatbread was loaded and had great flavor. I wished the nachos had more toppings like pico but they were still tasty. The beer cheese was delicious. It was storming this day, so we weren't able to sit on the patio. Service was quick and we will definitely be back next time we're in the area.

Bill A.

Ok meal, went there on a Wednesday night. Very busy there. They were definitely understaffed, they did the best they could to accommodate but it was just too much. We had chicken nachos and onion rings for the appetizers. I would stray away from chicken nachos, the flavor or the chicken did not complement the nachos. The onion rings were pretty good, the onion rings get a 4. A couple of us went with the Nashville chicken sandwich, we had coleslaw added to the sandwich, that is the way to go. Had nice intentional heat. The beers were a little disappointing, they were all warm and bordered on flat. Some of the struggles may have been due to how busy it was but that was our experience on this night.

Kaitlyn T.

New Management is Causing a BIG STORM :( I really hate to write this review, as I'm a long time, loving customer since 2017. I have had birthday parties here, first dates, I've brought my family, friends, and this was my mother's first ever brewery. It really pains me to say that this place is going downhill. I'm not basing this review on one experience either, but rather on the last several times I've been here. I quickly became a fan of Big Storm back when I moved to Florida, when they didn't have a kitchen or an outdoor area. They literally had a tiny food truck preparing what little menu they served, along with a couple of picnic tables outside on a concrete slab. Anyone and everyone knows how much I adore this place. I went for a birthday beer in September because I had gotten an email stating I get a free beer. I went solo, no questions asked, no ID requested, it was just a lovely September Friday with my journal and a Bromosa. After the hurricane, they served us canned chicken on stale chips as nachos. I understood because we had all been through hell. I went back for my bf's birthday beer in February, I called the day of to ensure they would honor the free beer. We got there and no one knew what was going on. It seemed the team didn't communicate. That night, the beer caused an allergic reaction, so we knew something was different. We had been drinking this beer for a long ass time. In March, my friend and I went for a March madness game. To my surprise, it was completely empty, right after the FL Gators were playing...bad sign. This is when I really got pissed off. The waitress came out and told me that I could get my own water. I wasn't mad about getting my own water, but this was new and she was rude AF from the jump. I asked her if there were any specials (again, knowing my favorite brewery and the specials myself), she said no. We ordered. My friend got a grilled chicken with no onions because she hates onions. She has also been to this brewery with me SINCE 2017! The waitress proceeded to question her with a straight face when a ton of onions were on her sandwich "what, are you allergic or something?" WOW My sandwich wasn't great, and I was rather disappointed. Anyway, when I went to the restroom, I noticed the same specials sign that I'm very familiar with...which is still posted on the Big Storm Website itself... stating they did in fact have specials for that day. The waitress (Kylie - worst I've ever had in my life, especially at Big Storm), brought us our checks, never took our leftover plates, never asked us if we wanted another beer (we had had one beer), then finally came back to get our bills. I politely said "hey, just so you know for next time, there are specials," and I showed her the picture I took from the poster inside. She immediately said "oh, we're under new management so those don't apply anymore" so I said "well, maybe you should take down the sign because it's false advertising" ANY OTHER SERVER WOULD HAVE HONORED THE ADVERTISED SPECIALS! I don't think we'll be back. They wouldn't even turn sound on for a NCAA game for us when there were barely any people there. They were blasting music you'd hear at an old skating rink. The beer is different, I guess that goes with new management. My all time favorite local beer, the Bromosa, is different. I asked about why it was different and she argued that it wasn't. I highly doubt that she's been going to Big Storm since there were only 2 picnic tables outside and a potential coffee/ice cream shop. Super disappointing, very disheartening, and extremely sad to see a successful establishment being taken over by sucky new management. BUT, it happens all the time I suppose. RIP Big Storm, you've lost some dedicated as fuck customers. I have spent so much money there, and my company goes all of the time for team outings...no more.

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Monica F.

This brewery had a nice fun vibe. Many outdoor games to play like corn hole, tic tac toe and more. Service was a tad on the slow side for not having many tables occupied when we arrived. It could be the holiday week and having a limited staff. The food was delicious, drinks were amazing. The menus could use a nice scrub down. Close enough to road that traffic often would over power the music. Bandingo host was amazing and did a great job engaging audience and making the game fun.

Hernan P.

This is a cool 16,000 sq. Ft. brewery in Clearwater, Fl founded in 2012. I come here a few times a year. One reason I come here is because they allow my Husky to come with me to the covered outside eating area. We love the Bromosas and often buy them at Publix, although it's just not the same as getting one for. The brewery. Beer cheese nachos and Salsa were a good way to nibble on a snack while you drink your beer, perfect blend of saltiness and cheese. The pepperoni flatbread was pretty good as well, crunch and soft. The have an inside and outside seating area, outside being the bigger seating area. While the brewery and bars with seating are inside. Today's service was okay, there's usually great service here. Today must have been a short staffed day. We didn't have any issue as we were drinking but the table behind us was getting delayed service. Overall a good place to come have a drink with kids family and Pet.

5oz beers
Madison L.

We came in to visit while in town and had a wonderful experience. Big Storm has a great space ideal for socializing and enjoying food and drink. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Service was amazing. We got a couple 5oz pours to sample the menu. My favorite item was the Key Lime beer. This is a great place to hang out and enjoy quality brews.

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William L.

It's been three years since last I was here. It seems like they totally changed the vibe and atmosphere in here! It seems more dark, well lived in and nowhere near as industrial sterile as once it was. I got there right round opening time Sunday morning and I was just about the only one inside beside the four employees running about. The barkeep (James) was a friendly and amicable sort. He asked if I'd ever been; yes, but last time was three years back! So patiently he gave me a couple of samples after I spoke of what I do and don't care for in beer. As a result I wound up with Arcus Southern Pale Ale as my beverage of choice. As like most IPA's, this brew was/is somewhat aggressive in the hoppy column. However a slightly citrus counter note helped destroy bitter afternotes. Way to go on that count, Big Storm! I was not in the mood for apps or any of that as I was not super hungry. Thusly, I chose a BYOB (build your own burger). LTOP and a brioche bun encasing a half pound of medium-grilled yum. It was properly cooked and the LTOP were up to P-A-R too. Only thing I'd do is grill that thing with a good dousing of salt and pepper since the patty was a lil bland for my liking. You get your choice of a few sides and for $2 you can upgrade to a "premium" side. They offered onion rings as one such choice, and after James validated my query, I so opted. I just wasn't in the mood for fries, I guess. All in all, not a bad little excursion, but not a cheap one either. I'd certainly never bother going here for a special occasion or even to cool off after work...I DO have a mortgage to pay, after all. But as a once in awhile lil treat, why not? They offer a full bar with all the regular crap a full bar offers too. They also offer canned versions of the stuff they have on tap, plus a crap ton of other "merch" if that's your thing. They still have lots of undercover outside, dog-friendly seating. I know that they once were known for having good BBQ, but it doesn't look like they do BBQ Friday menu any longer. There are a few BBQ items in their regular menu at least. If U like paying premium prices for poor man's food, then have at it. Personally, I don't care for BBQ one way or the other. James helped elevate this place to four stars from what should be 3 and a half. Nice beer, nice cheer; frightful cost but not wholly lost. The food wasn't bad; all in all I was glad...but to return my wallet should fear, and be sad!

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Debbie H.

Stopped by planning to catch the game and grab a bite to eat. We were seated right away even though it was quite busy. The beer selection was nice. It was so incredibly loud the waitress couldn't even hear us. I have zero issue with things being "a bit louder" and, in fact, I have a hearing deficit so that works for me. It was uncomfortably loud. We ended up ordering one beer and then just going somewhere else.

An amalgamation of burnt breading and chicken

I ordered the chicken tender basket with fries. What I received was a culinary crime scene. The tenders looked like they had been in a toxic relationship with the fryer--burnt in places and the breading had emotionally detached and was halfway to filing a restraining order. I've eaten a lot of chicken tenders in my life, and I can honestly say this was the first time I've ever needed therapy afterward. The chicken was rubbery. Like, gym-floor rubbery. If I threw one of these tenders at the wall, it would bounce back and sue me for assault. I had two bites, stared into the existential void for a moment, then asked for the check. The fries were fine. But I didn't come here to eat fries. I came for tenders, and I got betrayal. Zero stars if I could. The only thing stormy about Big Storm was the one brewing in my stomach after.

Beer of course...Palm Bender IPA
Mike M.

Came here for a beer and some grub, neither one disappointed!! Jon took great care of us at the bar....fast, friendly and chatted us up a bit. Good for a tender to do that from time to time. Had a Palm Bender IPA and a Bromosa Tangerine IPA, both ones we'd have again. They had a strong variety of other brews as well, worthy of more than one trip. for food we had some loaded tots and the hot cauliflower bites. Both were some of the best we've ever had, and so filling we could barely finish half of both. Great indoor boot, and YUGE outdoor area w picnics tables (live music Fri and sat nights, and even comedians from time to time)

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Ask the Community - Big Storm Brewery- Clearwater

Do you brew any gluten free beers? Thanks

I don't believe so.

Is there outdoor seating so I can bring my dog?

Yes! They have outdoor seating with umbrellas and Big Ass Fans.

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