Had such a good experience at Bold City. Our bartender was awesome. She was so friendly and fun. She let us sample different beers. The prices were great. Had a great neighborhood bar type of feel to it. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a chill place to have a cold one. read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

According to the website, it appears they have food, but that is a different location. They do allow food to be delivered or carried in from nearby businesses. We ended up having a couple beers prior to heading around the corner for tacos. There are a wide variety of beer options and the bartender shared the story of each one's name as we ordered it. He also knew a lot of Jacksonville history so that was entertaining. read more

Things to know they don't serve food past 8 on Saturday. The beer was good. I loved that they had areas for little kids to play at the bar. I wish the bathroom area was air conditioned but I get why it isn't. read more

1st time patron and just stopped in for a cold one. The bartender (Sam) was very friendly and welcoming. Conversation extended into additional local recommendation for craft drinks (Dos Gato). Highly recommend you add this place (and DG's!) to your downtown pub crawl stops! read more

Recently spent the evening checking out DTJax's elbow district & had a blast! Enjoyed delicious cocktails at Hardwicks & Dos Gatos & had a great time playing games at The Circuit. Particularly enjoyed the laid back atmosphere of Bold City Brewery. Would call it the highlight of the night. Georgia Will was behind the bar & was super generous with his knowledge about the beer menu. He was a lot of fun to talk to, as were the other patrons. The warmth & friendliness of the place will keep me coming back for more! Thank you Will & Bold City for giving us such an awesome place to drink a delicious cold one (or two)! read more

Whenever I'm downtown Jacksonville, Florida, I stop by this little brew stop to enjoy a quaff and relax. It's right in the thick of things and has some of the best beers you can find. The ambiance is laid back and worth a stop. Shout out to the #904! read more

Great Brewery, love the variety and skill involved in all the offerings. The beer hear is top notch, hands down one of the best on the city. read more

Bold City Downtown - a row of beer taps and a glass of beer - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

"Dog friendly" means they allow dogs to sit outside. There is no shade, but they did offer a dog bowl for water.

Ok beer. Poor service. I went on a Thursday night at 6pm. It was clear to me that if you're not a local, they could care less about you. I love going to new places and checking out the local beer scene. Not here. I will never be back to Jacksonville. It was almost as if I was an impediment to their vibe than a paying customer. read more

Bold City Downtown - a coffee shop on the sidewalk - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Great beers and awesome beertender! No food when I went, but I did go on a wednesday so maybe that impacted it. But great service and chill place to hang out near the river. read more

Very clean and cool establishment. I'm not a beer drinker but very much enjoyed the ambiance and vibe. read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Walked in and the place was relatively slow. Bar tender was in the weeds from pouring beers. Say for a while before we were acknowledged. Bar tender acted as if we were an inconvenience. Didn't have time to chat or be friendly but had time to straighten the chairs that weren't even askew. read more

They have a decent selection of beers ranging from your typical lager all the way through stouts. Location is somewhat small but enough room to grab a beer or two and chill out for a minute. We did find it odd that they close at 10 PM on Saturdays as we were looking forward to going back after the football game but unfortunately that didn't occur. I had a glass of the Dukes as did my husband. It's a typical brown lager very smooth finish overall really good taste. read more

Bold City Brewery Downtown spot is on Bay St next to Cowford Chophouse. Bold City offers a small menu of appetizers, burgers, and cheese plates. We did not have any food on this visit. Bold City Brewery offers a wide range of beer types: IPAs, Hefeweizens, Saisons, Ales, and specialty brews. My husband had two flights of four beers each; only $5 per flight. He enjoyed all samples, especially Mad Manatee IPA and Crimson American Berliner Weiss. They offer 1 gallon, 1/2 gallon, and quart growlers. They also offer 1 quart "crowlers" which look like an oversized beer can. Wine is also available by the glass. We got downtown around 6:45pm. The downtown tasting room closes at 8pm Sun-Thurs, 10pm on Fri-Sat. This location isn't far from the Florida Theatre so it makes a great place to have a beer and nibble before a show. read more

Forrest time at this location. Bold City was possibly our introduction to local craft beer in Jax. We used to go to the original location which is a warehouse space. This downtown location is much more spacious inside. Decent amount of bar space, some high tops, plus love seats. They have their own brew plus some other and wine offerings. There was some music playing and they have TVs with sports on. I will certainly go back. Part of the bar looks pretty cool with old newspaper vending machines as the base. No food other than what seemed to be small expensive bags of favored popcorn. I didn't have any so not sure if they are good or not, but $5.50 per bag seemed expensive to me. read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Stopped in Jacksonville to take a break from a road trip and was thrilled to land a seat at Bold City Downtown. John the bartender was very gracious and friendly. I had the Mad Manatee IPA and wish I stayed longer to sample the other varieties. If I'm ever passing through the area again I would return. Recommend others to do the same. read more

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This was the second stop in a Jax brewery crawl my girlfriend and another couple undertook on a Sunday afternoon. Situated downtown on main street, the vibe is certainly more brewery than taproom. Metal bar stools sit around taps with large mash tons against one of the walls. We got a few flights, between them tasting all of the beers they offered. My tastes run toward wheat beers and sours, and the Crimson American was my favorite. Light body, crisp, refreshing, easy to drink. The nitro red ale was also unique, especially as they offered it as a non-nitro option to compare the two. The bartender was friendly and talkative. There are board games and comfy chairs for groups of people. They also sell interestingly flavored popcorn. Doing a crawl? Definitely stop here. read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Walked here with our dog (who was about to die from walking too much lol) we were welcomed in with open arms dog got her water and treats and we received our ICE COLD beer was amazing. Super chill here great music too. read more

Bold City Downtown - Beer and dog "inside" - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

So why do I love Yelping so much? Amazing how Yelp gets you out to those places "you've been meaning to visit" and then you are so glad that you actually do finally! Bold City Downtown is certainly in this category of "man I'm so glad I finally visited" places! Great factoid: many of the Jax craft breweries downtown area are closed on Mondays to include the Bold City Brewery. Wanting to make "progress" on my JAX Ale Trail Brewery Passport, I was so glad that I called the Bold City Brewery on a Monday and the very nice lady who answered (oh I bet it was Susan) confirmed that the Brewery was closed but I could trek to Bold City Downtown and get my passport stamped on Monday...which I gladly did! So for an early Monday afternoon, I was pleasantly surprised to find street parking less than 1/2 block away and also very cool that Bold City Downtown shares the same building as Cowford Chop House! As I walked up to BC Downtown, I was so surprised to see "Big John" sweeping the outdoor entrance area. We worked at the same company for 15 years and about 8 or so years ago, he retired from corporate America and partnered up to launch the ultra-successful Bold City Brewery! So as luck would have it, I again was the solo customer at the bar with Big John and loved catching up on old times as well as the success of Bold City Brewery! I've always loved the Mad Manatee IPA and of course, my first fav Dukes Brown Ale. There's a new fav to add to the Bold City Trifecta and it's Big John's Apricot Wheat Ale! Supremely tasty and soon will be in your grocery shelves (Publix, etc.)- it's a seasonal with Big Johns photo on the can and it's a 4.5% ABV Apricot Wheat Ale that was created by the family as a surprise for Fathers Day just a few years ago. Add me as a fan of this popular Bold City selection and I can see (and taste) why the Big John Apricot Wheat Ale is always requested around town! Bold City Downtown is the perfect 5 Star PLUS downtown bar - great craft beers, cozy atmosphere, and very friendly bar folk and staff! I highly recommend that you check out the taps at this favorite taproom and while you're at it, grab a crowler at this Downtown location (you can grab a growler at the brewery)! Tell Big John hello from Ariel! read more

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This place is really cool... was greeted by the bartender of the day who was very informative on their processes and products. I always enjoyed the Mad Manatee whenever I was able to get some. This day I was introduced to the Bad Hombre which weighed in at a beautiful 14%.... I had 2 and I was on tilt. I was also happy to learn that they refill growlers.. they don't have any of their own but you can bring in others , even if they're from other establishments. Over all the experience was nice and I will be back! read more

Bold City Downtown - Bad Hombre Triple IPA - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

What a fun spot! Went here on a Saturday afternoon, got a nitro red ale and some truffle Parmesan popcorn. A good amount & variety of beers on tap, & a few snack options too. Prices are better than some of the other places I've checked out in this area. On top of that, the bartender was very nice. read more

Bold City Downtown - Nitro red ale and truffle Parmesan popcorn - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I wandered over to Bold City Downtown from my hotel (Hyatt). It was only a block away. The atmosphere is what I like... low key. The bartender was friendly. I had the Prismatic Rust (sour), Avant Gardener (saison), Mad Manatee (IPA), Kilt'em (wee heavy), and the Smoky Porter. The flights were $5 for 4. The beers were ok. The Kilt'em was very good. The Avant Gardener was a fundraiser for a local museum. I enjoyed Bold City, but I found better breweries while poking around Jacksonville. read more

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This extension of Bold City Brewing was an oasis during the brutally hot Memorial Day weekend. Thankfully, their AC was kicking and complimented by the concrete floors and exposed brick. It's not a huge place, but it's quite comfortable with a nice industrial feel. The selection was solid with a good array of options for non-beer drinkers. The bites were extremely limited (brown paper bags filled with popcorn), so don't stumble in here with a rumbly tummy. Service was stellar especially when considering it was one diligent bartender taking care of everyone. If you're downtown and want a delicious beer from a local brewery then swing by Bold CIty's latest outpost. You'll have a great time. read more

Bold City Downtown - Trying their brand new G&D Oatmeal Stout on Nitro. - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Good beer but no food! Went there for a cold craft beer and burger and all they have is pretzels...ugh! Won't be back.

It's all about the Brews. This is my "go to" place for dependable local brews made right. Great Brown Ale, Mad Manager and myvrecebr favorite... the great Resilience Butte. Hungry? They'll order up from next door the Chophouse. Burgers, Tacos, Sliders, cheeses. Good stuff. read more

We tried three different beers which were all awesome (especially the coffee stout!). The bartender was really good at making sure everyone's drinks were full. The only con is the vibe kind of sucked--as what I thought was the "flagship" store for Bold City, I was expecting more than a rather run down interior. read more

As someone that is from out of town, this was a great little spot to grab a beer and get out of the heat. We chatted with Will, one of the people working behind the counter and it was fun to get to know about Jacksonville and some cool spots to go visit while in town. Really enjoyed myself and the beer. read more

OMG, Bold City Downtown is simply rather darn cool. The ambience is lovely. Very flavorful and also wholesome. Workers are really helpful. They're accommodating, respectful and always on their game. Bold City Downtown - A great place to stop by when you're in the area. read more

This place is nothing to brag about. It's just down right good and when you're good you don't need to brag. Good selection, good location and good prices. read more

Not a large facility, but they have a few barrels for brewing here as well as their normal production facility. The bartender who was there when we stopped by was very knowledgeable, very friendly, and even was able to help us with some good restaurant recommendations. The cookie-based beer that they did in conjunction with the Doubletree was really good. No parking lot, but they have street parking right out front. They offer a variety of take away options (growler, crowler, etc.). read more

Great beer and wine. They don't have food in house but they will gladly place an order to have delivered from Cowford Chophouse from a limited menu. We will be back - and probably often! read more

Loved Bold City Brewing Company! They had a very welcoming bartender who was very knowledge about their brews! I tried the Oats and Mt. Rainer Hazy Pale Ale and it was delicious! A must try if you like lighter craft beers like me. They also had live music when I went which I highly enjoyed! read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I feel mixed feelings about this place. Let me preface by saying I went on a Monday, after Intuition down the street was closed. That being said it's probably not great that I was comparing it to intuition, but like that's life. This place is pretty dang small. We had a group of 7 and were squished by a window w a bunch of stools pulled over. Now for some positivity. The beers are delicious, they're also CHEAP and this is coming from someone who sells their soul (aka pays $10 for a beer in DC) on a regular basis. So sign me up for $4 beers. All in all, this is probably a good spot if you have 2 people in your party or so but maybe not if you're trying to get rowdy with a group of friends. The bartender is also a great guy and had good recommendations on what to order for my friends. read more

Awesome new location in downtown Jacksonville, FL. Great set of core beers like Dukes Brown Ale (my fav), Mad Manatee Cream Ale, 1901 Red Ale, Killer Whale Cream Ale & Mad Manatee IPA. And if they have it try the Screamcicle Cream, Big John's Apricot Wheat, or Super Secret Stout. Lots of restaurants near by deliver. Ask for menus. Also take home a growler or two to enjoy at home. read more

Bold City Downtown - Brewpubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I had been to the original location off Roselle, but was eagerly anticipating the new location downtown. When you walk in, it's a bright open space with plenty of seating. If you come in on certain days when a bartender named Brad is working, he will make you feel welcomed. Don't be afraid to ask for samples, since they know most people haven't tried craft beer. My favorite that I've tried that is seasonal is Passion Fruit Pale Wheat, a light fruity beer with minimal hoppiness. If you are not a beer fan, they do have wine and sodas. One combination I noticed was Sprite and Killer Whale Cream Ale, more of a shandy than an actual beer. These guys are great and do a good job bringing local beer to the downtown community. read more

Love this place. It's a small brewery taproom. The beers are great. The bartenders are fantastic, especially Erica. Plus you can order food from the chophouse next door, directly at the bar (and their food is amazing). It's got a local vibe and the patrons always seem friendly and eager to chat. They don't have the big footprint of the brewery down the street, but it's a lot more fun. read more

Cute location and very cozy! Great drink specials and selection. Staff is super personable. Overall a great experience!

We had such a good time before our concert here! Erica our bartender was so friendly, quick, and attentive and made our first experience here amazing. We had a concert to get to and the system was down and she was so attentive offering us waters and making sure we were out in time! Thank you so much Erica!! read more

Awesome new location for one of Jacksonville's most. Beloved craft breweries. This new location is clean and polished, has all your favorite brews just now it's in the heart of downtown. read more

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My husband and I are on the tale end of a trip & we used Yelp to help find a place to taste a local brew. This was the perfect spot!!! The staff was friendly and helpful. And the beer was delicious! Sad it's a Jacksonville local, we'd love this up in New York! read more

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