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    CraftWorx Taproom

    3.8 (55 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    CRAFTWORX TAPROOM ATMOSPHERE

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    Montu M.

    Craftworx Taproom - 4 Stars Craftworx Taproom is the kind of spot that pulls you in with good vibes and keeps you coming back with even better flavor. The Burnt Ends Sandwich is the standout--perfectly smoky, tender, and packed with bold flavor. Easily earns a strong . The crispy tots on the side were golden perfection, and the pickles gave it a nice zing. The Mango Pineapple Sour is a refreshing choice for anyone looking to explore beyond the basics. Bright, tropical, and just the right amount of tang. Solid . The Cheese Quesadilla was simple and satisfying but didn't quite hit the same high notes as the rest. Still, a good sharable bite that earns a respectable . Customer Service? Impeccable. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcomed and taken care of. Full for that. Ambiance is dope--modern, clean, and designed with both comfort and style in mind. Great lighting, chill seating areas, and TVs for catching the game. Gives you that "hang out all afternoon" kinda feel. A cozy here. Craftworx Taproom is clearly more than just a beer spot--it's a full experience. Definitely worth the visit if you're in the area. I'll be back, and next time, I'm bringing friends.

    Tanny D.

    Walked into this place on a Wednesday night and had zero expectations walking in. However I immediately noticed that they had line dancing on Wednesday evenings. I was also pleasantly surprised to see that this was a self-serve place. You essentially get a card that's connected to your tab and go up to the tap and serve yourself however much you want of whichever drink. They have so many beers, ciders and even cocktails. There's a little digital screen that shows you how much you're being charged. I wish all taprooms and breweries did this! It's perfect for me as I don't usually like to drink a lot and sometimes have trouble finishing my drink. I will be returning for a girls night so we're able to try line dancing!

    Kendoll C.

    On a one-day-Virginia road trip, we were looking through tap lists of local breweries trying to decide who had the best IPA line-up. Craftworx was an instant win, with their self-pour wall format, they had a solid selection of local crafts and 'visiting crafts' on tap-separated by region, not style (which was a nice way to focus on local They had snifters, pint glasses, & flight boards w. white marker systems making it easy to create our own bar experience with reasonable prices per ounce We didn't opt into food but enjoyed sitting in the back bar area to play darts while tasting our flight choices. The ambiance was great! The staff was super helpful-checking in on us, though we were all set-it was nice to small talk about favorite beer styles & recommendations. We self-toured the place, observing their great space area offering a bar seating general tap room vibe, a private party event space in the back, and a front classic bar area offering a lot of liquor choices- so overall there was something for everyone. They also had a great tab card system, where we checked in with our credit card, got our tab card, and no need to check out with staff as they offer easy tip jar variety drop boxes ranging from %10-20. Enjoy, drop, decide, and go. Would love if we were more local to frequent.

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    Ajay M.

    If you're in the area and looking for a place to relax or If you're in town for a show at Jiffy Lube Live then you should consider this place. It's about a ten-minute walk to JLL and is perfect for a pre-show beer. I was also impressed that despite their posted hours, they remained open after the show for those waiting on their Ubers. Pros: 1.) solid selection of local craft and domestics on tap. 2) nice selection of different types of drinks (pils, IPA, sour, porter, hef, wine, soda) 3.) staff is friendly and helpful. 4.) size is expansive and CLEAN. 5.) lots of food options Recommend: 1.) stay open just a few minutes later on concert nights at JLL (or offer a limited menu and beer offerings).

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    Jeff E.

    I decided to give Craftworx a try today after driving by so many times. The place was pretty empty even for lunch at 1 pm, so that worried me a bit in terms of the food they serve. The place is dimly lit and feels a bit like a cave but I was okay with that. The beer taps are self pour if you are coming to drink and the food menu is a QR barcode on the table you sit at and ordered through Toasttab and then someone will bring the food to your table. Very little interaction with the staff. Now on to the food and service. I ordered the Brisket sandwich, onion rings, and chips and Queso dip. The food arrived in less than 5 minutes and that is not a joke, I was half way through pouring a flight of 4 beers before it showed up to the table. The brisket sandwich was underwhelming in presentation and the brisket was over cooked and dry. It was chopped up like it was supposed to be a steak and cheese meat on a Wawa sandwich. So it did it no favors in the look of it. Dry, brown, and lacking flavor. I would not be surprised if it was heated in a microwave and then thrown on the roll. Did I mention how dry it was? It was so dry they could have used to to clean up a spill and it would not have left a drop of liquid behind. They give you a mound of brisket though, maybe 8-10 oz worth but again it looks like cheesesteak meat at Wawa. The onion rings were okay, served with a side of ranch. The chips and Queso were what is to be expected with a place like this, cold, unsalted, and the Queso from a can heated and served. It developed a film across it within minutes of arriving at the table. All in all the only thing that didn't suck was the beer. I now understand why the place was empty even at lunch time, maybe they are busy in the evenings after people have eaten at other restaurants and just want to drink afterwards. I will most likely return to drink beer here but I will never eat the food again in the place.

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    Brian S.

    A great taproom to situate a number of parties. The food is great because there are options to service it, including an in-house option. The service is actually very well run and it is very efficient. All in all, this is a great option - Gainesville or not.

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    Food was delicious. Beers/wines are in plentiful. Staff is nice! Great atmosphere!!!

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    I love that I can pour my own drink and the card tell me how much I'm spending. Great vibes and events! Love the selection.

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    When the extra mile to help with our ladies group, to see the HUNKS show there. ! What a blessing to know them! Prices fair!

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    Great local place. Super friendly staff, good food. Highly recommend this Craftworx.

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    Eat before you go. Limited menu choices. Burnt ends was fatty. 10 liquor taps but only one pouring. Many beer taps not working.

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    I like that they leave all the forks on the table so they can be prelicked before my meal.

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