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    Fair Winds Brewing

    4.3 (206 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Laresa M.

    New to us brewery and what a great find! It's pretty spacious, large bar with lots of seating options. I believe there was even a cornhole competition happening in a large room next to the main bar area. They have a diverse menu of beers and while there was a food truck, we didn't get a chance to try it by the time they left at 8pm. They are very family and dog friendly, both allowed inside and not just out on the patio - haha I opted for a flight which is something I love to do when trying a new brewery, so I can try a multitude of their beers at once. All of them were great! I'm not certain if it is entirely women owned/operated, but it was that night and I loved it!

    Mary Lynn T.

    Great birthday celebration at the craft beer and dessert pairing event! They even sang me happy birthday! Loved it! Delicious beer and desserts, personable hosts, great venue. Will come again and looking forward to next one. Really enjoyed the event and atmosphere.

    (the end of) Saison and barely wine. Stopped in after passing daily. Dog friendly, diverse menu, and on site good truck!
    Brandon H.

    Stopped in after passing daily. Dog friendly, diverse menu, and on site food truck! Staff was informative and nice to talk to, the atmosphere is relaxed. Kids, babies, pets, families, a nice brewery for everyone. Also, a few TVs with March Madness playing

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    Regina S.

    Solid tucked away local spot. Plenty of high top seating and some outdoor space and a big garage style door that is open for nice weather. Big pro is dog friendly, also family friendly. Good range of beers on top and some were sold out so you know they're fresh and have locals come They have TVs for sports games, rotating food trucks, and scheduled entertainment from music to trivia and even comedy Overall really enjoyed our time. Very laid back and friendly, don't expect anything over the top but do expect friendly banter from nearby tables

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    Chris D.

    I stopped in the other day for a beer with friends. It is a lovely open space with great beer. I had the Howling Gale IPA and found it smooth and delicious. Service was quick and helpful and La Raza food truck made some nice tacos al pastor to go with the beer. It is a little off the beaten path but worth the trip!

    Klara C.

    Pretty cool place with indoor and outdoor seating. Usually has a food truck. Been here a couple times. They don't have a huge parking lot but there is some street parking. Decent amount of beers on tap. No flights but you can get 5 oz pours. We came here on a Sunday and I do like it here because it is dog friendly inside and out. Order at the bar and sit wherever. They had food serving inside this time and the food was delicious. I often get the High Barbary Amber Lager and my boyfriend got the LortonKenny Light Lager. I love the Amber Lager. It's flavorful, balanced and crisp. The light Lager was easy to drink and also a great light beer. We tried the Barrel Aged Ghost of the Mariner as well. That was really good and had a great espresso flavor. Beer and atmosphere are great but sometimes the bartenders aren't very friendly.

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    Beer was great. Didn't get to try the food, but that's on me. Services was quick and nice. Pours were good

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    Cool place! Had beers that my bf enjoyed and had a lady selling bbq for food options. Bbq was good as well! Bonus for being dog friendly

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    Good beer and service and Food trucks. Really want to hang out here more but always smells and feels like a men's locker room.

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    Very nice space and great service. The beer was so so, have definitely had better but wasn't bad!

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    Great taphouse and brewery! Friendly staff and lots of delicious beer. If you're looking for food, there is a rotating food cart nearby.

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