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    4.0 (241 reviews)
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    Alicia G.

    Dorchester Brewing is such a gem! I've attended a few events here before, but this time they hosted mine--and I couldn't be more grateful. After a last-minute cancellation from another venue, the team at Dorchester Brewing (shoutout to Steph & Matt!) truly saved the day. They were incredibly kind, accommodating, and easy to work with. The space was perfect, and my guests had an amazing time. Highly recommend for both casual visits and private events!

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    Bridget S.

    Fun, two story building. Great to laugh at the museum of bad art. Very nice city views from the rooftop. And the M&M BBQ is scrumptious. Coconut martini is fantastic, beer is great, but I don't recommend the Tiki for 2.

    1/2 Rack Rib Meal, cole slaw, mac n cheese, pulled pork
    Katelyn P.

    Such an awesome upstairs area with plenty of sunlight! The flights are great and I love that you can buy solo 5oz glasses of most drinks. Service was super friendly but very hands off. Street parking only, but there are plenty of spots right along the street and it's free! Sweet potato fries came out freshly fried and are sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, weird but couldn't stop eating them Ribs and pulled pork were well cooked and the best part of our meal. Make sure to get extra bbq sauce! The sides were only okay, mac n cheese was dry and cole slaw was plain, but the CORNBREAD! Definitely go for the cornbread. It's not the best brewery in Boston, but the space is huge with some serious views! Highly recommend you make it to this spot before it gets too cold

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    Mo C.

    There is so much to love about this place. The beer is stellar. They have seltzer slushies. There is a Pirate sign on the closet door, a la It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. There is an amazing Rooftop Patio, with both indoor and outdoor seating. There is a perma taco truck on site. Everyone that works here is fun and nice. This was definitely a stand out experience on our trip to Boston.

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    Frankie G.

    Chicken wings are real good not over cooked at all the ribs was nice and tender and very flavorful. The spicy bbq sauce is delicious. The Mac n cheese is regular didn't try the greens. Daniel our waiter made sure we had everything we needed and kept checking on us. The ambiance is great we ate outside looking at the Boston skyline. I recommend this place if in Boston and in the mood for draft beer and barbecue food.

    The Hudson Gold from Dorchester Brewing Company!
    Alden C.

    Steve and I recently enjoyed the Hudson Gold from this brewery. This beer is a blonde/golden ale according to Untappd and that description fits the beer quite nicely. It's well balanced, crisp and has a bready flavor that is very pleasant to indicate. It's also a beer where it would not be difficult to have more than one of. It's easy going and pleasant to drink. Nice first time beer for us from Dorchester Brewing!

    Dogs at the brewery!

    Dog friendly... and just friendly in general! Hello, I created an account to leave this review. I brought two golden retrievers to Dorchester brewing and they made sure to accommodate on their front balcony to make sure that we had a space to sit with our dogs despite not having outside seating and their existing outdoor seating being painted that day. I was worried we would have to find a new brewery and call an audible, but despite both major setbacks the brewery brought ought enough seating to accommodate our whole party and then some. Seriously A+ service and I could tell the staff was genuinely happy to help out. They made my wife's birthday so special and save my bacon! Joy and Brandon were the only two names I got, but the whole team did a great job. Also... the beer was good too! They had an incredible variety for all pallets. I cannot recommend this place enough. Best, John

    Building exterior!

    Fantastic service all around! Stephanie absolutely went above and beyond! Great time, great beers - will definitely recommend to everyone coming to Boston!

    The Roasty Toasty Flight
    Will W.

    Came here on a nice early afternoon to finally give this place a try and was pleasantly surprised to find plenty of variety in this nifty little taproom, as well as all the lovely works of bad art throughout the building. Great atmosphere, as well as a cute selection of classic board games over in the corner. Now, when it comes to the drinks... The Fruity Flight had a nice color palette that was pretty aesthetically pleasing, but also very refreshing if you're into sours. As for the Roasty Toasty Flight, I would recommend it if you're into stouts, darker beers, and earthy flavors - especially the Snowbird since it felt more on the herbal side with all its spices. As an honorable mention, I'd also recommend the Beantown as it has a very full and filling mouthfeel to it, with how rich and sweet it was. Definitely had a lovely experience at this taproom. Would come back again!

    Whitney D.

    100% recommend this brewery to visitors of Boston and Locals. Nice staff that work here. Great atmosphere. They have shuffle board, skeeball, and a basketball game in the back The upstairs roof top is great! They have indoor and outdoor part with tables and chairs. Great vibes and great beer! We did not try the food but everything we saw others ordering looked very good. I would come back to this brewery in a heartbeat!

    German Flight of 5: Festbier, Dunkel, Kolsch, Pilsner, and Altbier - I liked Festbier (lager) the most

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    Thank you so much! We really appreciate your positive feedback!

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    Great beer. Museum of Bad Art was hysterical. Great venue. Friendly staff. Will definitely be back next time I am in Boston

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    Yes. Slay. Amazing. Will be back. Great paintings. I love the cats painting. It's perfect.

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    Thanks Kelly! Hope to have you back in our tap room soon.

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    Thanks Shaun! Please do come back and try us out again soon! Cheers!

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    Fun brewery with good beer and great bar food. Enjoyed the view, and outdoor seating in good weather.

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    Ask the Community - Dorchester Brewing

    Is wine available for non-beer drinkers?

    Hi Ken, Yes, we have wine, hard seltzers, hard seltzer slushies and cider for our non beer… Read more

    Is there a parking lot?

    There's a ton of free, on-street parking! The parking lot right next the the brewery doesn't belong to DBC, so you'll want to avoid parking there since I think the business next door might ticket.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes but not at this time due to covid maybe soon they'll open it back up for doggos

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    DBCo now has expanded their lineup to include wines (four available at the moment) and ciders on tap.

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    Trillium Brewing - Fort Point

    3.9(688 reviews)
    2.2 miWaterfront, South Boston
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    We love stopping by Trillium for a beer and some munchies. We usually have our dog with us and he's…read moreallowed too--on the patio of course. The patio is first come, first serve. It's easier if you go inside and order your drinks at the bar vs. waiting for someone to wait on you outside. We love their beer! The food is decent too. This past weekend, we ordered the chicken wings and the carrots. Both were tasty but not my favorite. Next time I will try something else. We also stop by often to pick up beers from the counter in the back. Service is always fast and friendly. They always offer me a box to carry it home. If you're interested in eating inside, better make a rez cause this place can get very busy!

    Came for the check-ins and food…read more This is located in a convenient location by the water, and seems trendy and busy with tables full both upstairs and downstairs (they also have a patio). We walked in and there was no hostess. The bartenders stood around and did not greet us. We had to go ask for service so that we can be seated (why?) and then once we were seated, it took a while for a server to take our order. Once we got our order, we never got our waters refilled and only were checked on to see if we'd want more alcohol. The menu was alright, though a bit basic. Food tasted fine. Presentation was basic and the little cup of fries seems stingy and unnecessary when there's already a tray. The alcohol was fine. I was pleased they had cocktails in a can (they have a distillery with a wide variety of spirits). No ciders though. The beer selection was good although the menu on the wall was not updated. It would've been good if we could just order from the wall but apparently the drafts and to-go menus are not updated. Overall very subpar service and unwelcoming pretentious vibes. Would not return.

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    Samuel Adams Tap Room - Upstairs seating

    Samuel Adams Tap Room

    4.2(265 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    We stopped by the Samuel Adams Tap Room for lunch this afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed the…read moreexperience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and very helpful with menu recommendations. On our bartender's suggestion, we ordered the Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza and it absolutely delivered. The crust was perfectly balanced -- crisp and firm on the outside while remaining soft and airy in the center, exactly how great pizza should be served. The sauce had excellent flavor, and the combination of pepperoni and hot honey created the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and heat without overpowering the pie itself. My wife sampled a flight of four locally available beers and really enjoyed the opportunity to try selections that are difficult to find outside the Boston area. I jokingly told her not to become too attached to them since we wouldn't be bringing them home with us. The atmosphere inside the Tap Room was lively, modern, and unmistakably Boston, with plenty of Samuel Adams history woven throughout the space without feeling overly commercialized. We had a fantastic experience here and would absolutely recommend stopping by if you find yourself in the greater Boston

    Brewery #408 Sam…read moreAdams was my 1st experience into craft brewing about 20 years ago and Sam Adams Boston Lager was a staple in my house for years. So, while I didn't get to visit the actual brewery, this tap room in the heart of downtown was second best. When you arrive, there is a gatekeeper checking ID's like I am about to go into a nightclub with glowsticks just right off the campus of some college. You even get a stamp on your hand. Beer and food were to be ordered at the bar. I asked the bartender if the outdoor patio was open and he rolled his eyes and pointed at a sign that said upstairs was closed. Sorry I missed it when going through the TSA precheck line. I then asked about flights and he looked annoyed again. I got one anyway. Sorry if you have to pour 4 mini beers instead of 1 big one. Life is tough. Anyway, the beer was solid, and glad I got to try 4 new things that I haven't had. I wish the upstairs patio would have been open as it was 71 degrees and sunny. It's not like they had servers so I can't think of a reason to cattle us all together.

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    Lamplighter Brewing Broadway - Lamp Lager and La Boheme

    Lamplighter Brewing Broadway

    4.2(281 reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    Came here for beers with friends! Had the Apricot Rhapsody which is a delicious sour! I would…read morehighly recommend this beer. Service was conducted at the bar so be prepared if you sit elsewhere in the shop you have to order from the bar. The ambiance of the place is cool and interesting! Will return for beers with friends soon!

    This weekend we stumbled upon Lamplighter Brewing Company in Cambridge. It has a welcoming and…read morehipster vibe. Really enjoyed seeing the pride flag at the bar-- felt like a safe space for all. The Cambridge location is busy around the time we went, which was around noon on a Saturday. There is lots of seating in the front but also in the back which is a little more quiet. The setup is a little confusing for ordering though. There's one big line for food and coffee, but you don't need to wait in that line to order beers. I wish we knew that because we didn't see any signage to indicate where to order what. We also saw a lot of people sitting at the bar eating and drinking coffee, so it took a little bit to find a spot at the bar just to have a drink. I think the bar should be reserved for those looking to have a beer. A positive though is that the beer tasty-- light and refreshing. I thought some of the flavors were really creative. For example, I tried the Chrysalis which I believe had notes of jasmine and honey. Overall would definitely come here again and try their food and coffee next time!

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    Lamplighter Brewing Broadway - Front taproom

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    Mighty Squirrel Brewing - Pina colada (gluten free- dairy free) beer

    Mighty Squirrel Brewing

    4.1(162 reviews)
    8.4 mi
    $$

    I will start by saying I was a bit nervous to go here since breweries and Celiac are not exactly…read morecompatible. However, I was happy to find that there was a cafe in the back corner that opens in the mornings. So on the way to work, I tried out their cute cafe and got a pumpkin-spiced latte with almond milk. Overall, the coffee was decent and wasn't bitter or burnt (which was impressive since when I visited, the cafe was very new with little experience). This definitely earns them points in my book. I will say that they lose points (in my books) just based on my personal preferences. First off, being a brewery, expect there to be a STRONG smell of beer. Even though I wasn't in there for long, I could still find myself getting a headache and not enjoying the strong smell. I'll also say that the service I received the morning I went wasn't the best, and the man who made my drink definitely did not want to be there. As I've mentioned in other reviews I've done, I rate places HEAVILY based on service and kindness. Overall, the coffee was decent, but there are better places to go on Waltham that I would rather go to instead.

    I always say yesss to beer Nothing like that first sip of…read morecold beer after a lovely hike through a nearby trail. Mighty Squirrel is a great brewery & a local gem. Great space, both indoor & outdoor. Plan on a food truck of some kind being there. Also, great service paired with a wonderful selection of beer. So come, stay a while, grab a couple beers & don't be like me and get absolutely smoked at a game of Jenga.

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    The vibe is perfect for a brewery!

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