Last weekend, I stopped by Escape Brewery with my husband to grab a few beers while I waited for my phone to be repaired. We ended up having a great time, good drinks, good food, and a really enjoyable atmosphere. After we left, we were gone for about four hours when I suddenly realized I had lost my wallet. I was completely frantic retracing my steps, and something told me I might have left it at the brewery since it blended in with the outdoor furniture. I called and spoke with the owner, who confirmed they did have a wallet, though she wasn't sure if everything inside was still intact. That made me even more nervous because I had about $1,000 in cash in it and was on my way to the bank earlier. When I returned, the same gentleman who had helped us with our food and drinks carefully verified my identity before handing it back. To my absolute relief, every single dollar and every card was still there. I just have to say it's rare to come across that level of honesty and integrity these days. Huge thank you to the staff at Escape Brewery for being such incredible, trustworthy people. Truly a reminder that good people and good karma still exist. We'll definitely be back read more

When I started this draft a few months ago, I originally had this at a 4 star review. I liked that they were super dog friendly, that I could just buy a bottle of bubbles for $19 with some orange juice, and I liked their redlands cheesesteak (minus mushrooms and aioli). It was a chill place for me to come and service was fine - you order at the front and go ahead and pay or keep your tab open. If you want anything else, you need to go back to the front. Pretty much get left alone by the staff, which I enjoy. However, today I did what I usually do, got a redlands cheesesteak, a bottle of bubbles with orange juice, and just read my new book for my book club with my pup next to me. They did originally make my cheesesteak with mushrooms, but took extra time to make me a new one and added a side of fries to compensate for the long wait since they had to make it twice. Cheesesteak was good as always once I got it. Bubbles were good with some juice. Still would have left a four star review at this point. Unfortunately, I was literally minding my own business sitting and reading my book with my pup when this couple next to me starts arguing. The angry older man waves his hand as he's yelling at his gf(maybe wife idk) and proceeds to knock over his gf's newly poured glass of beer which spills all over me, my book, and my dog. As an initial reaction, I did say "dude, wtf?" which I think is a normal reaction to having beer spilled all over me when I'm literally minding my own business in my own little book world. This guy literally decides to start screaming at me that he's "sorry" but my reaction is ridiculous and proceeds to call me a c*nt. Really great apology calling me that offensive term for women. I'm telling him not to call me that and he's the one that spilled beer all over me. He starts getting even more aggressive. At this point the guy behind the bar is telling me to leave and get away from the screaming guy. I've already started grabbing my stuff before he said that as me and my pup did not need to deal with this BS on our day off. I didn't even finish my cheesesteak or my bubbles - just left it all on the table. I tell the guy behind the bar that I didn't do anything wrong, I'm leaving anyways, but don't understand why they are letting this guy stay. He just says that he'll talk to me after I "calm down" away from the bar. So I walk away from the bar and he doesn't follow me. I literally have to go back to the bar and say "I'm ready to talk to beside the bar. are you coming?" He says okay. I walk over to the side and he walks over with me saying he "doesn't know what's going on." Doesn't even bother offering me a refund when he totally saw the whole thing go down. I ask for a refund because this is ridiculous and he does give it to me after I ask - still think it should have been immediately offered not waited til I asked. I tell him exactly what happened and he just says look, I'm not kicking you out, but how about you stay on the side over where the arcade is and the guy that screamed at me just stays where he is. I'm like, dude I don't want to be here anymore so I'm leaving either way, but I don't understand how you are just letting this guy that spilled a beer on me then called me a c*nt stay here. He says that he's probably gonna kick him out, but idk if he actually followed through on that as I just walked out. I'm severely disappointed in how this was handled and how unsafe this place made me feel - clearly they think the screaming white man is correct and the asian woman is just being hysterical. I used to come here all the time, but this one instance makes me never want to go back here again. I'm really upset how in today's world, this is the norm. That somehow, after being called a c*nt and having beer spilled all over me, I'm the bad guy? Never coming here again. Biggest disapointment of a brewery in Redlands. read more

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What an interesting location! It was my first time here and I was very impressed with the decor and for it being super pet friendly. Every corner we turned, there was a furry friend! We came on a house music afternoon so there were like us of DJs. Everyone seemed to be having a splendid time either dancing and laughter. To start out time there, I ordered a hazy IPA (I forget which one) and my fiancee ordered the Sakura. Both were okay. Not the hoppiest or most crisp I've had. As for food, we ordered a house salad with lemon vinaigrette and some fries. We weren't impressed with the food or the drinks. I can always come back to try again, but it wasn't substantial and the food was subpar. I think I was more impressed with the gender-neutral restrooms. That was nice and clean, with multiple stalls available. The free WiFi was a plus. The servers weren't friendly but the beertenders were happy to pour. read more

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Trigger Warning - Emotional but So Special My sister and I visited Escape for lunch and beer, we needed a break, having spent the morning with our dad who's on hospice and soon passing. Challenging day, and we were emotional when ordering, sharing with the beer-tender, Ryan, that we really needed beer and comfort food. My sister was both laughing and crying - IYKYK. He was so understanding, sympathetic, and treated us as if we were part of the Escape family. The food - wow! ‍ Banh mi was best I've ever had and I've been to Vietnam. We asked if we could substitute the fries for tater tots in the Paradise Loaded Fries, this really should be a regular thing!!! Great vibes, dog friendly, lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Huge thanks, it was a difficult day, but this brewery offered us the reprieve we needed. Can't wait to return!!! read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

I went to this spot with my co-workers. The ambiance was that of a child-like atmosphere. They have a spot for adults where televisions are present, and then the other side has a miniature arcade with board games. This spot only has beer, and no alcohol (whiskey, tequila, vodka,etc....). The food was pretty good. I had the BBQ Burger which was good. My co-workers had the pizza which was also good. There are two reasons why I am giving this place only three stars. First, the bathrooms were disgusting. There was toilet paper all over the place and it just looked unkept. The second reason was, when I was paying for my food, the tip option was very large on the screen making me feel bad if I didnt want to leave a tip just for ordering my food. They dont provide service to the tables aside from cleaning up some plates. I know some people like this spot and are continuous customers, but I wont be one of those people. Food was good, atmosphere was ok, the service was unsatisfactory for the tip screen to be as big as it was. read more

Good selection of beers on tap. Food was pretty good. Large open space and outdoor patio seating. Plenty of TVs to catch a game. I'd definitely like to go back. Only issue is this place is pet friendly, which is a good thing, but I would hope they'd limit this to the outside patio. Unfortunately, dogs are allowed inside and everywhere throughout. I was sitting at my table having a meal trying to hangout and someone else's dog was sitting right next to me sniffing and jumping all over the place. The dog's cute but it's not my dog and I don't particularly want to be eating food where there is dog hair, dander and saliva flying all over the place. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

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Escape Craft Brewery: Your Downtown Oasis in Redlands Escape Craft Brewery, particularly their Downtown Oasis location, truly lives up to its name. Walking in, you are immediately transported from the typical Inland Empire vibe to a fun, tropical 'staycation' setting. The decor is eclectic, colorful, and creates an inviting, social atmosphere perfect for groups or a casual date night. The tap list here is expansive and constantly rotating, catering to all palates but with a notable strength in unique and experimental brews. If you're a fan of sours, Escape is a mandatory stop--they always have fantastic options like Tropical Getaway (Pineapple/Passionfruit Sour) or one of their seasonal releases. For IPA lovers, definitely try the Mark Watney: Space Pirate Hazy IPA or the classic Civil Disturbance West Coast IPA for a clean, citrus bite. They also offer great lagers and stouts like the coffee-infused Midnight Express. Unlike many breweries, Escape has an excellent, full-service kitchen! The food is a major highlight. You absolutely must try their acclaimed Detroit-style pizza--it's thick, cheesy, and delicious. They also offer burgers, salads, and often feature special weekend brunch items. They are very kid- and dog-friendly, making it a great spot for the whole family. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, helping you navigate the 30+ taps. With pinball machines, arcade games, and an awesome outdoor patio, Escape Craft Brewery is more than just a place to grab a beer; it's a vibrant community hub and a top destination in Redlands. read more

Although very busy on a Friday evening, the wait times were not long at all and staff were all very helpful and friendly. The food was very good and I was told the drinks were not very expensive either. I really enjoyed the agave cream soda. I think this is a great place for unofficial larger gatherings. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - pizza - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

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Not sure who owns this place, but that person is clearly a perfectionist! I haven't seen this level of attention to detail paired with such a modern approach in a very long time. Beer, food, atmosphere, service - absolutely top-notch. Let me break it down: 1. The BEST craft brewing I've ever had!! I never liked flavored beers - I've always been more of a classic Belgian/Czech kind of person - but here I tried the Tropical Getaway and fell in love. 2. Even though they don't have a huge food menu beyond burgers and sandwiches, you can tell they pour their soul into it. The Holy Ravioli was especially amazing! Even the plating looks like it was designed by a perfectionist (or at least a very well-paid designer). 3. Their website is fantastic - super easy to navigate, no glitches, no broken buttons like you see with most places. 4. Surprisingly quick service for such a busy spot - our food was on the table within 7 minutes of ordering. 5. Incredible atmosphere - staff keeps everything clean without hovering or interrupting you with the classic "sooo how's everything??" while your mouth is full. Even the music is on point - Linkin Park and Nirvana were playing in the background. Loud enough to enjoy, but not so loud that you can't talk. 6. Lots of different ways to hang out - relax on the outdoor patio surrounded by palm trees, play games in the lounge, grab a high-top or sit down for a full meal. 7. Dog-friendly space. 8. They even support local shelters and traveling families - in the center of the room there's a TV showcasing adorable shelter dogs, and in a nearby space you can buy photos from a traveling family for just a symbolic price. 9. Prices are super fair for the quality and experience you get here. Honestly, I haven't enjoyed every single aspect of a place like this in a long time. It almost feels like they made it impossible to find anything wrong (and trust me, I usually love spotting a stray paper towel on the floor somewhere). This is one of those rare places you immediately want to come back to again and again. Highly, highly recommend!! read more

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5 stars for being dog friendly but the food was disappointing which dropped it. I came here with some friends and it definitely had great vibes and dogs were allowed to chill next to you at your table which was fantastic. The beer is good and fries were decent but the pizza and artichoke dip were way too cheesy - I thought I was eating pure cheese/cream and couldn't taste anything else. I'm usually a cheese lover and make charcuterie boards all the time, but I didn't want to spend $20 on a deep dish short rib pizza that ended up just being a lot of mozzarella. It's a great hangout spot though if you're just drinking and not eating! read more

When you get here..... order either the pizza or the escape burger. Can't go wrong.... personal beer choice for me is the irish crossfit. Great atmosphere... read more

Heard about this place on social media and decided to check them out. Came here with a couple of friends. Love the decors upon entering the restaurant. A very good place to hang out with friends and enjoy their foods and craft beers. Staffs were very friendly and helpful. We ordered the Chips & Salsa and the Oriental Ave. Nachos. Both were so yummy. We had a great time! read more

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Their food is delicious and the assortment of beers is awesome! The service is quick and the employees are helpful in explaining the menu. Came on a Sunday night with a group of friends and they had lots of seating inside and outside. I'd love To return to try other menu items. read more

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Little big brewery in sunny Redlands that's equally people and pup friendly #OpenToAll is my kind of Brewery. Escape Craft Brewery is truly a hidden gem oasis in the Downtown Redlands area, next to/near J Riley Distillery, Las Cuentas (Mexican Bar & Grill) and LOOK Cinema on Oriental Avenue and a short stroll from the Redlands Downtown Metrolink. One thing you might enjoy about this too cool for school "ewery" is their food menu has suggestions for pairings via their star of the show drink menu. And the beer selection is huge! Being a SoCal Brewery in the IE, they definitely know how to craft. The Cheetah Teeth Hazy IPA is a ten out of ten. Crushin It Orange IPA is your friend and their signature ECB Lager is nice and easy. You can also explore their guest beers, wine selection and non abv items including rotiating non-alcoholic wine (Ariel, Shania) or non-alcoholic beer (Best Day Klosh, Three Weavers, etc). And essentials like a water station (self serve), Hop Water, Sparkling Yerba Mate, Tonic, Lemonade, Tea, Craft Sodas and Capri Sun!! If you're hungry you can enjoy powerful pizzas in both Detroit pan style and/or New York hand-tossed. Shareable Starters + Family Size like the crispy fries, chips & salsa, paradise loaded fries, hummus plate, fire roasted edamame & shishito peppers...plus a lot more options. Salads that are beyond reasonable as well as loaded up, including their house salad and seasonal fall salad, to name a few. Burgers, Clubs, Sandwiches of all sorts - though I was drawn to the Impossible Burger options here (see essential foodie pic) and those crispy great portioned fries (like so many) exactly what I needed for a day in Downtown Red. The food doesn't stop there as the offer a cool kids menu, furry friend menu and of course dessert (vanilla bliss, please). ECB is extremely vegetarian and vegan friendly offering non-dairy cheese options for practically everything, as well as a good amount of gluten free options. Ordering from your table makes customizing a little smoother, if you're like me and don't always enjoy "no this, add this" - plus it's fast! Free easy Wi-Fi (check the walls), loads of fun art, decor, local vibes, pinball machines, flat screens for all the sports and then some. They have tons of seating area on the patio in front before the entrance, an epic dining hall, bar seating, side dining area and even a back patio that's kind of magical, especially the later half of the afternoon going into the night/evening. Q Tips: Tasters/flights offered for enjoying of various styles (planning to try their blonde next trip here). Easy parking in a massive lot or a five to ten minute stroll from Metrolink (less frequency on weekends at the moment). Gender Neutral restrooms with share handwashing space next to several individual full lock door private single use rooms. Very modern, very functional and very clean. Check out their location in Orange County (in Laguna Niguel). And as they would say, " stay classy...and a little bit tipsy." Pretty much Escape Craft Brew all the way way! Cheers, to good times, good eats and great beer. read more

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After I attended the Brewfest, I came here to get something to eat. The ambiance was very cool and holiday ready. You can either order up at the bar or at the table using the barcode. They have plenty of draft beers. You can even ask for sample, too. I ordered at the bar and received a pager. Once your pager beeps, you can pick up the order by the kitchen area. Plenty of tables throughout inside and outside. Ordered shareable appetizers to share: *Chips and Salsa - Delicious spicy salsa *Oriental Ave Nachos - This was amazing cruncyy dish. It contains crispy wonton strips, spinach artichoke, edamame, red onion, chives, carrots and with Ponzo sauce. *Stubborn Draft Cola read more

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Escape is a great place to hang out and enjoy a few brews. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with some games in the back. The vast selection of brews can be intimidating but the staff are all very helpful with guiding you in your selection. Every time I've been there they have been kind enough to give me a sample if I can't choose between two beers. The food here is also amazing. Their burgers are so juicy but their pizzas are to die for. They have two different styles available and you can't go wrong with any pizza you choose. My favorites are their margarita and their short rib pizzas. Food comes out relatively quick and always fresh. read more

I've been here about couple times, enjoyed the food, drinks and the atmosphere. I brought a friend here for their first time just to be met with embarrassment of the service. Don't get me wrong they absolutely LOVED their pizza, but before i go on let me first preface to my fellow vegetarians in the area. Yes, there are ample options for vegetarians and yes they are good, at times, great even. The one time I wasn't feeling pizza, I ordered the impossible burger only for it to come served with bacon. I sent it back only to be met with being told I was at fault and put order in wrong. I understand this can happen at times but I was certain that I chose the ONLY vegetarian burger option on the menu. I told the employee that the screen in front of him read "impossible" and yet he couldn't apologize for his mistake. I sat down and was approached later once again to be asked "so no bacon on your burger?" to which I obviously said no, thank you. Once the burger finally got to my table it was burnt. I figured that as inclusive as the menu attempts to be, the staff might think otherwise. read more

We got the Get Shorty Detriot style pizza. It was delicious. The cheese that gets crunchy down the sides of the pizza with the ricotta on top. It was good. Lots of space to hang out with a group of people or even chill by yourself. Seating outside and dogs are welcomed in and outside. There are a ton of different drinks since their brewery is on site. Can't wait to try something new next time. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Get shorty detriot - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

Five stars ***** We found a great place in Redlands. Not only for their brewery, or for their pizzas, but five stars for the atmosphere. 100% pet friendly. Dogs, cats, and even reptiles I believe. Very comfortable place in downtown Redlands. read more

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What a cool brewery. You walk in and order at the bar. I ordered some food and a flight of tasters. I enjoyed everything. The staff were friendly and efficient. There were tons of dogs and kids in the brewery so it's definitely friendly to those. The music playing was 2000s emo and rock which was great. Tons of plants used as decor throughout. There was a 5 gallon water jug with what I'm assuming is the brewery water which was excellent. There are EV chargers in the parking lot. If you like Irish Reds, I highly recommend the Irish CrossFit. It was phenomenal for the style. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Fire roasted edamame and shishito peppers 5/5 If you like peppers, tofu, and edamame, this dish is on point. - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

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Another tasty experience at the escape brewery. Each time I come the food gets better and better. Come and experience escape brewery for yourself. if you enjoy brews, they have many on top along with wine and soda and lemonade. read more

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I busted a mini mission to this brewery. Where there is a kitchen plenty of space and a variety of beers. If you're into mimosas or wine, they got you covered for those. I don't want to drink beer on the weekend for brunch. But nonetheless, this place is more than enough space for both beer drinkers and for those I have family. Service was great, but to be honest, I had no idea how many families actually roll up to this place. There were a bunch of kids that day and it was fairly noisy. Nonetheless, I sat down and tried the entire menu on flights and it's safe to say that I was happy with 80% of their beers, which is a win. I try to stay away from the Mex Lagers because I am Hispanic and it is very common but I did get a sip of it and it was OK but the rest of the menu was fantastic.. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - All beers under Hulks chin. - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

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Glad we decided to check this place out as we were passing through! We got the short rib Detroit pizza that was damn good! The beer was good! This place is dog friendly so there were lots of pups hanging out which was nice! I would definitely recommend you checking this place out! They also have tv's to watch sports! read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Short Rib Detroit Pizza - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

Super delicious pizza!! Great service. And very cool atmosphere. Also allows you to bring your dogs read more

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Escape Craft Brewery is my favorite brewery in Redlands. The Downtown Oasis is the best of the two locations since they have a larger selection, also guest taps, and a full kitchen. This is a great place for friends or family, casual ambiance, lots of seating, lots of parking. I think the food is good for the most part, but the Detroit style pizza is something I would avoid. It's not authentic Detroit style, and is really hit or miss here. I've ordered it three times, one of the three it was good, the other times there were issues with consistency, sogginess. You really have to stick to the formula for Detroit style and I don't think they do. Nonetheless, I still go and love the place. I would probably sell my place and move in if they fixed their pizza issue! read more

Hubby and I came here to eat during the Yelp event. We ordered the big pretzel and the pepperoni pizza. Both were delicious! The staff are very friendly, and helpful when making beer decisions. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

Stopped by this brewery for the first time and was seriously impressed! The atmosphere is super welcoming, the drinks were top-notch, and the service was on point. Definitely recommend checking it out -- I'll be back for sure. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

The pizza is always great and I love their variety. We also tried the banh mi sandwich and that was very good, I would come back just for that. We went on a morning around 11 and the vibe was super chill. The staff is great as well. I do miss their breakfast pizza though, bring that back! read more

Love how open the space is, doesn't feel cramped. Kids can run around in the back, and it's okay. Beer is good, drinks are good, but our absolute favorite thing here is the Detroit style pizza. Get shorty has us coming back always. Great staff, the owner Melissa is always helping and so kind too. Love it here read more

Dave our bartender was rude. I asked for a flight of IPA and he gave me Attitude. Then again when asked about similar beer to Modelo. As a new customer I looked for guidance from the bartender. The Bert was good...as well as the ambience. Hopefully next time I would get better service. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Flight of IPA. - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

This place was really cool brewery where everyone is welcomed including your fur babies . I love the vibe this place got you, you order at the bar both food and drinks wait at your table and once it's ready you go and get it from them and enjoy hanging out with your friends and family. It's a perfect spot to bring people that's visiting California or Redlands . read more

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This place is pretty awesome. Love the decor and with tons of seating. This place has pinball machines and is family friendly as well. Bartenders were very nice. They serve food but didn't have any, came for the beers mainly. Beers were very good. Y'all got to try the almond joy stout they have there. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - Coconut stout and hatch chili ipa - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

What's not to love? Great beer, inventive menu, cool atmosphere. My favorite beers Sakura, Redlands Nights, Diffused Light. All delicate flavors, very subtle. I'm not a heavy or dark beer fan. Also love the guest taps with beers and ciders from other local brewers. The food is great, my preference is the Detroit style pizza. New York style isn't really New York (purist here). The crispy, cheesy edges, come on!!! Salads are good too. And I love that each season comes with a few new items. There's always something new to try. And they're also big on events, car shows, pet adoption, a boozy book fair for grown-ups. The owners are involved in the community too, you'll feel good supporting this place. read more

Escape Craft Brewery - They're also bike friendly! - Breweries Near Me - Redlands, California

We came across Escape while hitting up a couple breweries. When we found it we were looking for a good spot with a diverse beer menu and good food. The drinks were good and after hitting a couple breweries in the area we were looking forward to good food. We were very underwhelmed with their food. It lacks flavor and just didn't hit the spot. Good place for drinks but pick another spot to eat if you want flavorful food. Their pizza was meh, salad was meh and their hummus and veggie dish was meh. read more

Ambiance.... Awesome.... Setup.... Amazing.... Beer... unmatched.... Food.... Yum! All around a great place to sit have a good time and drink a good beer! read more

The pizza is one of the best I've had, the taste of the dough is just indescribable! You just have to try it for yourself! To top it off, they have all these games to play to make things interesting. This is a place you have to check out. read more

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Never again! The worst burger I have ever eaten. The bacon was petrified and the burger patties taste like they were cooked on a filthy grill. The only thing they did well was the fries. Gross! read more

Food was delish had phioly cheesesteak and a side salad. The food was tasty and salad was fresh. We ordered and then sat outside in the sun. No waitstaff really. The food was quick and seating was abundant , easter basically empty. So very nice. All together. read more

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Pretty solid brewery. It's located behind the Redlands Packing District. The parking lot is small but there's a separate lot across the street. We came here on a Saturday evening and it was packed. Luckily there is a ton of indoor and outdoor seating so we were able to find a table. They have craft beers, food, and games. It's also pet friendly! They have a few treats on the menu for the fur babies. Everyone was so friendly here. I would definitely come back. read more

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Great beer, good food, awesome band, but the bathrooms!!! Cleaning off a disgusting toilet seat and straddling a toilet paper filled puddle of piss is not okay! Oktoberfest is great, but amp up the bathroom checks! read more