Well after a scathing review 5 months ago, I tried again, and what a difference!!! Friendly folks behind the bar, option to order there or at the table... And though I did not get the food, what I saw being served looked excellent! Great place to have a good beer (great selection!) and watch sports with numerous televisions. So this will become one of my regulars again! read more

I highly enjoyed eating and drinking at this spot! Pizza was new and very unique. I wish they would have the Parmesan shakers and offered additional ranch for free. Not much service, order by QR code find a seat and enjoy to eat! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Stout, DIPA, Cider - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

While on an abbreviated craft beer tour of Davis, Calicraft Brewing was my final stop on a Saturday evening. It's smack dab in the center of a relatively shiny & new shopping center. Set a good distance back from the parking lot, the closest spaces to park are actually behind the building. Being so shiny & new, it's a great looking place. There's plentiful indoor & outdoor seating. I'm a sit at the bar kind of guy & the long bar had plenty of seats too. Service from the bartenders was friendly & informative. Getting down to it, I ordered a taster flight & the Baja Fries. Picking out beers for my flight, they were out of a couple of my 1st choices. With about a dozen beers on tap, it wasn't too hard to choose a couple substitutes. Before long, I had my taster flight & Baja Fries. The Baja Fries were just sort of OK. & the beers were just sort of OK. Nothing was bad, per se. But nothing especially stood out as being all that great, either. It all lacked a certain je ne sais quoi. Calicraft Brewing's newish spot in its similarly newish surroundings is a nice looking & inviting feeling space. But, for me, with the beers & food I tried, there weren't any "wow, that's good" or "that really hits the spot" moments. read more

TLDR: A dog-friendly brewery with great fries, solid sandwiches, and an outdoor setup that works year-round. Been here multiple times and keep coming back. The biggest draw for me is the dog-friendly policy -- they even have a dog photo wall you can get your pup added to, which is a genuinely nice touch. Staff have always been friendly and helpful, and more than once they've brought my dog water without me having to ask. That kind of thing goes a long way. On the food: the french fries are the clear standout on the menu -- don't skip them. The sandwiches are solid and I'd take them over the pizza, which is fine but a little forgettable by comparison. The beers I've had have been enjoyable across the board, nothing I'd flag as a miss. The outdoor seating area is extensive and well set up -- plenty of shade when it's hot and heaters when it cools down. For a spot where you want to hang outside with your dog, the setup is hard to beat. If you're a dog owner looking for a place where you actually feel welcome, this should be on your list. Already planning to come back. read more

What a fun place to eat, drink and hangout in Davis! Great beer menu and other yummy drinks : both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We tried 5 different kind of beers (IPAs and stout) and they were all very tasty. Foods are good too. I loved my Cobb salad, huge volume and tasty toppings, and you gotta try their Dirty Fires! So good. Super friendly and attentive service, makes you want to come back again and again. read more

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This place is such a good time! Went here on a date. It was our first time visiting and the service was amazing! Our bartender Georgie was so friendly and helpful. She Recommended us beers, drinks, food and helped us order our flight. We are definitely going to be coming back. Especially considering they have a rewards program. Super fun first time experience! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Sun spell, Karl the fog, buttermilk chicken sandwich - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

This was our first visit to this brewery. As it is in a popular area parking can be very difficult to find. When you walk up to the brewery you see there is plenty of indoor and outdoor space with heaters for colder temperatures. They have a good selection of beers and cocktails and a food menu. Staff were friendly and the bartenders assisted with our cocktails and a flight of beer. We enjoyed the pizza and shishito peppers. read more

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You had me at vegan pizza and beer! Such a cool place. I enjoyed the outside heaters, cornhole game, picnics tables outside are a good extension of the indoor space. I like the rollup doors, it feels like I'm still a part of the ambience inside while sitting outside. I enjoyed the hip-hop music they played. It wasn't too loud or had any foul language, it added to the vibe. The staff behind the bar were amazing. Can you believe the drinks aren't only $10?! Great pricing and they have a vegan pizza options. And shout out to Aaron behind the bar who was so personable and just a vibe! read more

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My friend was celebrating the 20th anniversary of his 21st birthday here. It was my first time so I was excited to go! We made it to Happy Hour with 30 minutes to spare. I ordered the Baja Fries (carnitas, jalapeños, crispy shallots, cotija, pickled red onion, chipotle crema). I wasn't expecting a big portion since it was Happy Hour and an appetizer, but it was HUGE! I ended up taking half home - WIN! The fries were crunchy still and there was a good amount of meat. I didn't taste much of the chipotle crema or the cotija, but there were PLENTY of jalapeños - way too many for me. I had a slice of the pepperoni pizza while I waited. The crust is VERRRY thin. It was flavorful and the pepperoni was kind of spicy so that was a pleasant surprise. I only drank water, but I heard the drinks were all pretty good. Our birthday boy enjoyed his shots! I forgot to take pictures of the brewery itself but the vibe was awesome. There was a game area with cornhole and Connect Four. I think some more ambient lighting outside might have been nice, but that would be my only suggestion. I will definitely be back! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

We decided to try out this new spot after shopping- it was great! Nice vibes and a good selection of drinks. The buttermilk chicken sandwich was fresh and delicious. They also have great ranch. I would definitely go back! Shout out to Georgie for making great recommendations. read more

Yayyyy Davis!!! This is a lovely new addition to the town and I see huge potential for live music, large events, birthday parties, etc. The food is good although I took a star off bc I could do with some more veg options. Love the ambiance and the friendly staff. The kids were happily occupied w the lawn games while we continued to drink. read more

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Beer is good but nothing special. Service is slow, I thought it would speed up as they got their feet under them but it hasn't happened. Nice location and ambiance and I hear the food is good though I've only tried the hummus. A couple other places in town with better beer and better selection. read more

Calicraft Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

The beer was good. Nothing super amazing and worth going out of my way for, though. I liked the flight option but feel $4.50 for a 5 oz. pour is a bit steep. The food has potential. We ordered the shishito peppers, musubi fries, and kids grilled cheese sandwich. Kid enjoyed her grilled cheese on a burger bun. The shishito peppers would have been soooooo much better if the sauce came on the side. They were so gluey ans overwhelmed with the amount that came on them. The musubi fries were also oversaturated with way too much sauce and were way too sweet. Gloopy and sugary instead of spicy and savory as expected. Some suggestions-- 1) if you keep your Toast ordering platform, activate an option for folks to request sauces on the side. 2) Slice the musubi and grill both sides before cutting into larger cubes. Musubi has a nice char to it. These tiny, soggy pieces did not and were underwhelming. Service was very friendly and I liked the different screens and lawn games available. Plenty of seating, too. Those were perks. read more

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Very cute spot for a hang-out with drinks! I was excited to see that they were opening a brewery in this specific area because it adds balance to the activities that you can do here plus there used to be a popular establishment here back in my college days. The flight I got had unique flavors and they were definitely pretty strong We also got a pizza but I was too busy yapping and forgot to snap a picture! The interior was aesthetically pleasing and gave off warm vibes. Need to go again! read more

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The pizza was so perfectly thin I loved it! Drinks were great, there is plenty of seating, food and drinks came out quickly. Definitely a chill place to hangout on Friday nights if you wanna skip the downtown chaos. read more

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What a beautiful venue, event space, and just a nice hangout for a beer/cocktail and food. This location was breathtaking and spacious. Georgina (one of our event staff waiters) was very attentive and handled the craziness our party brought like a true champion. I grabbed a Aperol Seltzer Spritz that was executed perfectly and the bartenders mixology skills were very on point (wish I got his name). I also decided to order the Pizza Slipper (which depending on the part of the country you're from is known as a Wedgie or a better well-known Calzone. A must try if you love a sour dough crust. Come in for the food and the hospitality. read more

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Such a great brewery to visit! We used to love going to their Concord location, so we were so excited to find out Calicraft is now in Davis and so much closer to us. We ordered the Baja fries -- loved that they came with plenty of jalapeños (I'm a spice lover!) and the portion was perfect for two people. We tried a few beers, and the staff was amazing -- super friendly, knowledgeable, and spot-on with their recommendations based on our preferences. We'll definitely be back! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Baja Fries - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

Calicraft Brewing is a fine addition to Davis! I went by for their happy hour, held from 3pm-6pm and 9pm-close from Monday to Friday. My party and I got 2 chicken sandwiches, 2 aperol spritz, and shared dirty fries for about $50! (all on the happy hour menu) Calicraft Brewing is nicely situated in the heart of the new Davis collection. It's characterized by an indoor/outdoor/bar hybrid restaurant. Seating is open and unlike other restaurants, you order food and drink by scanning a QR code found on every table. You then start a tab for that table, removing the need to order through wait staff, but also taking a great degree of your customer service experience away. Food was fairly priced, quite filling, and of decent quality. The crispy chicken sandwich comes with a generous serving of hot, crispy tots and honey-jalapeno slaw. The sandwich was a bit overbreaded, but still felt a bit light and tasty -- especially with the the aioli that comes with it! The fries were hot and tasty, and I thought that the fixings were fairly generous as well. For the price point, you get fairly decent food in a nice environment, making Calicraft Brewing a place worth visiting! read more

Large area with plenty of seats. Bench seating so you have to fight with it. Easy to order on the QR code. Also can pay on your phone. Menu was mostly pizza with some sandwiches. We had pretzel sticks, Pulled pork Sando, Chicken sando. Sorry, I did not try the beer. Food was fine. Service was fine. Larger portions for sure. Just be aware: you have to get your own napkins, silverware, water, etc, and it might be buried in a corner or other lost place. Service needs improving, or area needs to be better stocked with basics, if self-serve. read more

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Though I can say that I only like (not love) their beer, Calicraft in Davis gets a 5 star review from me. Why? Well, for one Davis lacks places where you can just get a fresh craft beer, some good food, and watch sports. Calicraft checks all dots and is really close to the campus. One of the newly rebuilt builidings in what was once University Mall, Calicraft offers plenty of seating, both inside and outside. All ordering is through the QR codes on the table, but there is plenty of seating at the bar, if more conventional service is desired. I am very particular, and perhaps overly picky, with my beers, but Calicraft still gets the passing marks here. There is a good seclection of all popular styles so if you like beer, there will be something for you. Also, they have a full bar and plenty of cocktails, if something else is more preferred. We stopped here twice- once just for beer and snacks, and other for full dinner-and on both occassions had great experience. IMO the food at Calicraft is their stronger point. The pizzas are really good, burned at al the right places just as I like it. We also had shishito peppers, wings, and Dirty Fries which were all perfect companions to beer and football. Even if not super-hungry, there is also nothing wrong with just getting a beer and some fries after shopping at Trader Joe's next door. The only downside of the location is that with all the new businesses now open, the parking can be very challenging. Be prepared to drive around for a while. Or if local, I'd recommend to use other means of transportation and save time and headache with parking. read more

The service was terrible and rude; it almost threw the pizza on my table and didn't check it at all. I love the pizza, and the place is pet-friendly with access to an EV charging station, but the treatment from the guy wasn't great. I had to take my food home because it was very uncomfortable, and even the box was too small. read more

Calicraft Brewing - Pepperoni pizza - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

Fantastic location and plenty of outdoor seating! You can just grab a table and order from the QR code. So easy! Service was incredibly fast and friendly. Overall good experience and I would come back for sure! I tried the lager and the Kolsch and they were both refreshing and great for a warm evening! read more

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Had some pizza during a Yelp event and the quality of the pizza was phenomenal. However i came back on on a weeknight with a friend and we split a margarita pizza and a chicken sandwich. The pizza was burnt and the chicken overcooked. The breading of the chicken seemed flour heavy and was quite hard to chew due to the overcooking. Not crispy, and too much crunch. read more

Staff here were great. Very welcoming and they were nice to our dogs. There is lots of indoor and outdoor seating. I had the Kölsch and it is in the top two of all the Kölsch beers that I have tried. read more

Calicraft Brewing - Coastal (Kolsch) - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

Come here mostly for trivia. The staff is super personable and attentive. Food and bev service was a bit spotty when they first opened but they have definitely improved. Excited to be back on the patio with great weather and affordable drinks. read more

Nice new venue. Pretty available parking. Good hours. Loud, echoing building. Covid era lack of true service. Paperless phone only menu. Tip requested before any service given. Just not a place I would frequent again or willingly. If you want a drink without service where you can't hear a conversation then this is your place! read more

Yes, you order at the bar and no one attends you at your table. But the food and drink quality is solid, and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We brought a group of families here after a sport event and it was a great choice-- plenty of kid and adult friendly options and pizza was brick oven style, better than expected. Cocktails were yummy too. No complaints! read more

I love this place so much! Perfect for family's and date night! Amazing food and drinks! The staff is so nice! The huge patio is going to be great this spring and summer! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Calicraft - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

They were super busy for niner MNF and had a bare minimum staff. One person doing ALL the drinks. One person delivering and bussing ALL the tables. Hopefully more than just one cook and people in the back, but maybe not. The staff were busting their butts to take care of everyone. The food took a while, but it was all really delicious once it did come out. I would recommend they have some food options that are just already done like chips and salsa, pop corn, or cut veggies so that they can get some food out fast. We'll definitely be back, especially for happy hour! read more

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I've been quite a regular of this place since I live in walking distance. I think it would absolutely deserve a solid 4 star and an extra star to help neutralize the bad review. I am surprised to see one star. The restaurant is roomy and very family friendly. Me and my friend with kids are mostly regular. It has food and entertainment for everyone. The pizza is surprisingly good if you like thin crust pizza, everything was almost perfect except the center of pizza is a bit soft (but it is so hard to evenly bake the center of a thin pizza to the combination of crunchy-chewy with a bunch of topping on it). The pizza dough was pretty decent and tasty. We order cocktail once but it was a bit imbalanced and more on bitter side because of the amount of the extra alcohol. The fries and tater tots are tasty. Good and refreshing beer. The staff is very nice and friendly. read more

SO fun! We went Friday night, 3 days after it's opening? Fun play space in front where kiddos can run and be free while parents can sip on nicely done cocktails, drink beer and eat tasty pizza on the patio. Tons of space & at least for now, very attentive and plentiful service. TVs are inside for sports lovers but you can sit outside, watch kids and also see the sports. The pizza is a stand out, the fried chix sammie was just ok but the fries might make up for just so so sandwiches. A friend said that the pretzel bites were delish. This is going to be a great addition to the Davis hang out options, especially since they really paid attention to being a family (and furry friend) spot. And bonus, reasonably priced! read more

Calicraft Brewing - Outdoor runnning/play space, view from the patio - Breweries Near Me - Davis, California

Tried many times and has gotten worse every time. The first time was great right after they opened. The last few times they have forgotten to bring out food and the bartenders were distracted and did not run drinks. Forgot to bring food and said would remove it from bill but did not. Also most tables were empty and full of dirty dishes. Also they shut down kitchen before ten but sty open late. read more

I really wanted to love Calicraft since it's right across the street, but our first visit was a massive disappointment. For my family of three, the bill came to a shocking $85. The quality was nowhere near the price. Our two salads were gross--wilted lettuce and what tasted like canned chicken. The grilled cheese was the final straw; it arrived and within five minutes had the texture of a brick. To make matters worse, we tried their cocktails, which were flat, unpleasant tasting, and completely undrinkable. For that kind of money, we expected fresh, decent food and passable drinks. Sadly, we won't be walking back. read more

Great spot! Love the pizza and beer cheese fries! Yum! Dog-friendly too. A great addition to the town!

Rude staff, horrible parking, mid food for exorbitant prices and the beer was not worth the fuss of arguing with fussy bartenders. Also there is no 'service' you order from a QR code and if you need anything else, no you don't, because staff won't help you lol read more

No service. No food. No beer. No return. I tried it. The beer was good. When it eventually arrived. Food was okay. But because of the ordering system, I got a $154 tab for someone else. Showed up on 12/22. MNF. Table ordering system was broken. Place wasn't crowded. One bartender. One busboy. Waited 10 minutes at the counter and never got a chance to order. Walked out of a brewery with no beer. 1st time for everything I guess. I remember when brewpubs had either beer available, or food. read more

Just wanna say thank you to our server today behind the bar. We were At UCDavis emergency vet and decided to take a much needed break and get lunch. We were the couple silently melting down at the bar because of really horrible news about our beloved Rotty. You are the best and the owner should give you a raise. Thank you much for your kindness and good food. read more

We've been to Calicraft twice this week! Things we really like about it: -out of downtown/close to our house -big tvs to watch games -ample seating (indoor and outdoor) -great place to play board or card games with friends - all the beers we've had have been great - chicken sandwich/fries were yummy and good portions Overall, good atmosphere, friendly staff and pricing was actually reasonable. We will definitely be regulars here! read more

Seating was amble. Ordering food and beer was easy (QR code, brought to your table). IPAs & pizza were solid.

Waited until 9pm for happy hour prices. I walk up to the bar, order a cider only to be told post-pour the ciders ARENT INCLUDED IN HAPPY HOUR PRICES. I'm sorry since when was a cider not included as a beer. Sad excuse for a happy hour. Cider was also mid asf. Leaves a lot to be desired. read more