I want to send a huge high five to Dave and staff at Gristworkz! I took a group to Meow Wolf Houston from San Antonio and then to Gristworkz for a late lunch on a Saturday. They prepared my food ahead of time. Pizzas, Brussels sprouts that we all fought over, hummus, nachos, and 3 sets of wings. When we arrived the tables had reserved signs with our group name. It was 3pm so we were all starving. We ordered drinks at the bar and some of my group members pointed out all the pride flags making them feel welcome and happy to patronize this place. People commented on the ginger beer and loved every single thing on our tables. Most awesome is that they didn't want a deposit two weeks before when I called even though I offered since they were making so much food for 20. I wanted them to know we were really going to show up. As a group of artists, we loved the artwork especially the mural with Houston letters. We took a group photo and some of us headed back on the road to SA completely satisfied. Others loved the vibe of the place and neighborhood and decided to stay longer and explore some more. Thank you Gristworkz! read more

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Inedible steak night. I've been coming to Gristworkz. They brew their own beers, have a huge kitchen with pizzas and finger foods. Each night has a special. They have indoors and outdoors seating. They accept dogs on the patio. Parking is rather easy. But this time, on Wednesday, the food didn't meet expectations. Service was great. The two gentlemen are at the bar, super friendly and ready to take your order. Wednesday is steak night. We came here to try and this will be the first and last night for the food, and might even be on the bottom of my list to get out of my way for beers as well. We've got two orders of steak, $25 each, which is rather affordable, or so we thought. You have to order sides, which is fine. I chose brussel sprouts and caramelized onions and a basket of tater tots. You get a buzzer. The brussel sprouts came out first. Cooked and ok to eat. Then, the steaks took a while. The entertaining part is that you can see the kitchen. But I see one of the cooks touching the meats for a bit too long. Fine, use a thermometer to ensure the steaks are cooked to our requests. But my rare steak was served luke warm. I might be too demanding. Let's see the second order, which took an additional dozen minutes to be served. At a medium rare, the steak was unfortunately inedible. Luke warm once again, and ultra chewy. No matter what teeth, what knife, whatever cutting method, it was a piece of plastic. I was horrified. Was I too harsh on steaks ? Neither orders had flavors besides a quick peppery taste. The caramelized onions weren't a side, they were served on top of the second steak order. Let's not forget about the tator tots. When they were served after the brussel sprouts, they were also close to cold. I asked to be warmed up or redone. Then, they tasted like full of oil. Was their frying oil not hot enough ? I don't know what's happening but all the food orders failed. The one memory I have from the kitchen is staring at the cooks touching flipping massaging those steaks with the thermometer. With gloves but they weren't edible. So... Did she know ? Back to the bartenders, I mentioned the results and they did not wait to refund both orders, which was a very generous act. Last comment was "they didn't receive the proper meat order". Then, don't serve it !!! Say they're sold out ! Something. Don't pretend to do something well to lose the trust of the patreon. Very disappointed. It was supposed to be a steak night, enjoying the cooler weather outdoors with beers. We finished that first and one beer and ran out as soon as we could. Still hungry. read more

Food is good. Don't be like us and sit at a table for 20 minutes, orders are done at the bar. read more

Gristworkz - The slow burn pizza is really good. Crust is amazing and I being from the Chicago area I am a pizza snob. - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place rocks! Independent brewery w excellent beer selection , undercover AMAZING PIZZA ( they have a pizza nerd development scientist devoted to the next level of pizza) and an excellent staff . If pizza isn't your thing, the other menu items are extremely tasty . Great seating outside too! read more

We aren't drinkers, but we l come here for the food, chill vibes, and proximity to the house. The thing that I love about this place is that anybody in the group can order exactly what they want and they get a buzzer to pick up their meal at the kitchen window. Making it very easy for large groups to come and enjoy themselves. It can't get crowded pretty fast, especially when a game is going on, but they also have TVs outside, which make it a little bit more ample in space. I will say the food is absolutely incredible, decently priced, and good portions. We always come back for the pizza, it is a brick oven pizza and the ingredients are fresh and well prepared! The reason I gave this a four star review was only because I wish there was a little bit more options when it came to non alcoholic drinks, but maybe I'm the idiot for coming to a brewery and drinking no beer . I will say they do have the Saint Arnold's root beer that is always ahead with the pizza! Great place to have some yummy and watch a good game. read more

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I love that more craft breweries have a full bar! My friend and I recently had dinner and drinks at Gristworkz. We came on a Thursday which meant all day HH specials! We enjoyed our visit so much that we went back later that same evening for late night bites and drinks. Parking: They have a parking lot behind the building with a moderate number of spaces. You can also park on the street. Parking wasn't an issue on a Thursday evening. Space: The indoor area is pretty spacious. They have quite a few large benches throughout which is perfect for groups. There are a couple of high top tables and a few seats at the bar. There's also a large patio out front. I liked the murals and I noticed they have board games too. The vibe was chill and very laid back. Drinks: I enjoy craft beer, but I was in the mood for a cocktail. All menu cocktails were 50% off. I had a lemon drop martini and it was so good! When we returned, I ordered a tall Hendrix G+T. It was only $9 and it wasn't even one of the HH specials! What a steal! Food: I ordered the Korean Chicken Sando. I honestly wasn't expecting much because it's bar food, but I was shocked at how beautiful the presentation of this sandwich was on the plate. The portion of the sandwich is very filling! The chicken was very crispy and I enjoyed the tanginess of the BBQ sauce. The garnish on the plate was a nice touch! When we returned, I ordered French Fries ($5 HH price). They could have been a little crispier, but I enjoyed them. The kitchen was open until 11 pm which was a bonus. Staff: Emily was so nice and helpful. All of the staff we interacted with were really nice. I'm looking forward to going back so I can try one of their beers lol. read more

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Gristworkz never disappoints the $20.00 burger fries and a beer deal and the 1 whole pizza 2 beer combos will keep me coming back to try the whole menu. The staff was friendly and quick, the chief even put the mayo aoli and the other a1 sauce on the side. The bar was comfy very spacious I enjoyed the option of outdoor seatings but maybe when it gets a little cooler. read more

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Came here for the first time for a little Sunday Funday action with a big group to celebrate a birthday. There is some street parking out front, and a designated lot out back. Inside the place has some cool street art for decor. I noted a patio out back for sunny days. The place was mostly empty except for our big party, and few people. Drinks - I saw the brewery to the side of the bar/ordering counter where you ordered. I was torn between 2 brew options Hot Boi and Side Gig (I think those are correct). So I asked the server and he let me sample both. I went with the sour, Side Gig. It's not too sour actually, very lemony, bright, easy. Food- I ordered the daily special. Any kind of menu burger, fries/tots, and beer for $15, which seemed like a fair deal. There is a large open glass kitchen near the door. Which seemed a bit empty. I only saw 1 guy in there, maybe 2? Food for our group came out in waves, which is fine, understandable. Burger- I got the Thick and Hardy- I dig the name. It's got a kick with that jalapeño action. I appreciate the carmalized onions. Fries tasted like Checkers or Popeys, so at least they were seasoned, win. Service - was ok. Bartender forgot to my pour my beer. I had to go back up to the bar, and wait for a different bartender to get my drink. I wouldn't say we were checked on or even greeted. Who knows, you may have a fantastic experience here, so try it out. Wishing this business well. read more

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I came here with friends to watch the Cotton Bowl (UT vs Ohio State). This was recommended by a good friend who chose this place or Highline Park at MKT Heights. I called Highline Park, and they were completely booked to reserve seats to watch the game. Gristworkz is near Bad Astronaut. I called Gristworkz, and Dave, one of the owners, answered right away. He told me he had to pull over to talk since he was driving. I offered to call back later, but he found a spot to park and took my call. I really appreciated that! I was able to reserve one of their indoor picnic table seating. When I arrived, I saw the laminated sign taped on the table with my name on it. It took me a while to find since it was my first time here, but it was just a few feet by the entrance door. At the bar, ordered a THC mocktail minus the THC and a hibiscus ranch water for my friend since it was part of their HH menu and some HH appetizers. I was given a buzzer for the food though I didn't really know where to pick up. I didn't notice where the kitchen was. Oops. I finally found it with some redirection! The white widow sans the THC was really good because it was like a piña colada, and I had been on a piña colada kick since my birthday trip to the DR. Still kinda am. I love pineapple. Was surprised pricing is still $12 without the THC. For the HH appetizers, I had LT nachos and Brussels sprouts. I enjoyed both, however, the vessel or plating used was not good. It was too small, and I felt like the nachos would fall on the table. I had to go back to the window to ask for a plate for the nachos. Waited a while till someone noticed. The Brussels sprouts were flavorful. They just need to be cut smaller like in half for the bigger pieces. Made it harder to eat, and I tried to cut them with the knife, but the round container also made it hard to cut efficiently. I would have both dishes again and try something else. I tried some of my friend's tater tots, and they were tasty - perfectly crispy and seasoned well. Music was playing through the speakers, but they changed it just in time for the game. I thought the place was pretty relaxed for a bar. I think because the TVs were small and made it kind of hard to watch. There was a mixed crowd and a large party most of the night. It didn't get overcrowded like most places. Also, the bartender and Dave were so great about clearing the tables and picking up drinks when we were finished. Super nice. I liked this bar and would come back since the owner was so nice, and I enjoyed the food. Plus, it's only about 10 minutes away from me, so it's a nice option to have. read more

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I was hungry late in the evening and stumbled on Gristworkz. Super friendly staff and regulars, delicious supreme veggie pizza, original and refreshing beers. You can sit on the patio out front or inside at a table or the bar. read more

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Another great recommendation from the homie Tiffany J, you never seem to disappoint. I really like this spot because it's not too loud. We came here for the Ohio ST./Texas game & to be honest I was expecting a large crowd & drunk people screaming at the game. It was the total opposite, everyone was more on the chill side & just enjoying their drinks/food while watching the game. This is a brewery but they have a full bar. I started off with an old fashioned; while it was strong the drink itself didn't have the best presentation. I always expect for an old fashioned to have one block of an ice cube & some cherries to top it off, but it didn't. Next, I ordered their buffalo chicken wings with blue cheese. While the wings were huge, flavored wise it could've been spicier. I thought the blue cheese was made in house but they added chunks of blue cheese into the dressing. It was still good though. After I got some food into my system I ordered a mock-tail. I got the white widow which is their piña colada. I love that they have THC in it & yes it had me in the clouds for a bit. Since it's a mock-tail I asked for a shot of rum. The drink was delicious, I downed that within a minute. Great pineapple flavor with a hint of lime. To end the night I ordered their classic cheeseburger and it comes with fries and or tots & a beer of your choice for $15, great deal if you asked me. Tiffany and I shared the food & she had the IPA. I didn't ask if it was good but I'm sure it was. They make their burgers smashed style. It was good but it didn't have the crispy edges that I was expecting. The Bun was good in quality & I love that they caramelized their onions. Tots came out fresh & hot. Overall, it was a very good experience. Everyone I interacted was very nice and helpful. Shoutout to the owner Dave. He was hands on with interacting with customers & busting tables. Emily the bartender was working her tail off getting drinks out in a timely manner. This will be my go to spot for a chill night with the homies. 4 stars for the experience but I'll give them a 5 because Dave & Emily did an awesome job. Will be back soon. read more

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My friends and I were hanging out nearby and wanted something casual and new to us to grab a bite and a drink. Gristworkz popped up on Yelp so we headed on over. There's not much about them on their website and not too many reviews but it looked promising. It's listed as a brewery but it's so much more. There's plenty of parking in the back. Walking up, there's a nice outdoor patio. Inside is spacious with lots of long tables. There's a bar to the right, what looks like where they brew off in the corner and a large open concept kitchen. There wasn't many people there but the bartenders at the bar seemed preoccupied with their friends sitting at the bar. I ordered my items and about 10 people that ordered after me got their food before me. I noticed everyone had a buzzer except me. I brought this to the young lady's attention and pretty much got dismissed and said my food will be out. Only after talking to the kitchen staff did I finally get my order that they claimed they never saw. Customer service definitely needs help here. Again, it's labeled as a brewery here, but they also have cocktails and wine offerings. I was curious about their brews and went with the Hot Boi which is a pineapple and tangerine blonde ale. It was pretty tasty and refreshing. It seemed liked everyone in my large group liked their drinks as well. I was in the midd for a burger and saw they have an everyday deal. 15 bucks for any burger, fries and beer. Considering you pay almost that much at a fast food restaurant without the beer nowadays, it seemed like a no brainer. I got the Hardy Burger because the ingredients called out to me. It had American cheese, poblano peppers, jalapeño peppers and caramelized onions. The burger was pretty good and came with delicious fries. I like that they have different options as far as food goes too. I heard the pizza was delicious but I didn't have room to try it. I did have room for one solo Brussels sprouts and they were done really nice here. Overall, the customer service left a bad taste in my mouth considering it's where I wanted to have my birthday lunch. Luckily none of my friends got the same rudeness, but it left a bad impression on them too the amount of time I had to wait even after bringing it up. Not sure I'll be back. read more

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The food is out of this works. Burger/fries gourmet grub pub. Pizza and old fashions are a must.

Location is right by st Arnold's but this kicks st Arnold's in the azz beer food and service are top notch maybe because they are in the NorthSide read more

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We went on Thursday for trivia night. Ordered the pizza, the best pizza I ever had in Houston. It's a very inviting looking place. We just didn't know that u have to go to the bar and order the food. Since we never been there I guess we looked like a bunch of dummies. But the whole night was great, plus we won a $20 gift card. So we going back tonight for more pizza. read more

Ambiance: Fun brewery/bar with a patio area and inside dining space. The patio is dog friendly and looked like a great spot for large groups to sit & enjoy food/drinks together. We sat inside and found the vibes to be super fun - not too loud or crowded on a Saturday afternoon which was nice. Loved the hamburger and tater tots! Delicious drinks as well - my husband enjoyed their beer options. Clean bathrooms, decent pricing. Quick service and friendly. I would definitely go back with friends as a fun weekend lunch or day drinking spot! read more

Gristworkz - Burger and tater tots - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been here about 3 times and each time was a great experience. You order everything at the bar, I always get the pizza! The bartender is great at making anything you put your mind on. I love that it's dog friendly on the patio --connected by a garage window to come inside. On hot days they keep it closed which is nice. The employees keep cleanliness first! Also, the restroom is always clean & that is a big thing for me. read more

Gristworkz - Pepperoni pizza & THC beer - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

My good friend lives right up the street and we were looking for a good spot close by to get a quick bite and some drinks. I guess this was previously a different brewery we didn't get to go to but now its more so of a bar with both beer and cocktails and an in-house kitchen that was pretty good. My fiance and I shared an order of tacos which were great and also an elote which was solid. We had a few cocktails and I had a neat bourbon and everything was priced very fair and tasted good. I'd like to visit again and check out their beers. Friendly neighborhood bar that I recommend for small or large groups. read more

Gristworkz - a piece of cake on a stick - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Yo! This was our first time back in a looong time. The Wednesday steak night brought us in. There was a very welcoming employee that greeted us in the door. We were asked a couple of times if we'd been there before. I like when we're asked that. The steak. Bro... ribeyes are a very distant second to filet. But the ribeyes we had at Gristworkz were delicious!!! This spot has gotten better with age and I love to see that. Will definitely not let too much time pass between visits next time. There was a birthday party going on which made it NOT feel like a Wednesday night. Sitting inside or outside, you're sure to enjoy a fun day or evening here. All the servers were very conversational and cool. The menu is awesome and this is literally a good spot to enjoy watching a game. Thanks, y'all! Keep up the great work! read more

My boyfriend and I love to play this game called, "overrated or underrated", and Girstworkz falls on the underrated category. This place needs more presence in the social media scene cause so many people are missing out on this awesome bar. But then again, I'd rather keep this place a secret. We have a long list of places we like to go to for bar steak nights and we came across Gristworkz. And let me tell you, ITS WORTH IT! Look, most places you get just the steak and ONE side, whether that's a baked potato or side salad. But here, you get way more than that. I hate that I'm sharing this but its too good to not share how good this place is. For $25, you get a steak, side salad, roasted corn, baked potato, and buttered sourdough toast. WORTH. IT. PLUS you get half off wine. 5 buckaroos My only gripe is that the steak isn't consistent. Every time I've asked for medium rare, I've gotten well done every single time. The other sides make up for the overcooked steak. I hope they fix the temp if I say blue... But wait, there's more. On top of Wednesday steak nights, there's ALSO so many other deals EVERY SINGLE DAY. Seriously. There's corn star combo on Mondays, pizza Tuesdays, steak nigh Wednesdays, burger Fridays. WHAT'S NOT TO LIKE?! The area is so close to the heights bike trail and its just in a great area overall. The area is quite developed and just up and coming. These social media influencers are slacking on the social media presence, cause Gristworkz the new hangout spot! But don't you worry, I gotchu. read more

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I've been here during the day and night time. Both times are a great vibe. During the day I came here for a book club meeting, they served great food and drinks...pricey ngl. At night, a friend and I met up here for some drinks. The pizza was just calling my name and it was flavorful. The service is impeccable and you get your items in a timely manner. read more

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Had a great time here! The bartender was super nice and the vibes were immaculate. I love how you can see the chefs cooking in front of you through the glass. It makes me feel very comfortable and welcomed going here. read more

Gristworkz - A picture of me at Gristworkz - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went with a few friends + coworkers for some drinks! The burger was pretty good I don't remember exactly which one I got but I just remember being relieved it was good lol. Service was ok it was pretty busy so it took a bit to get our food. Ambiance was also ok pretty loud but we were also in there with a bike club so I really can't complain. We loved the outside seating as well we eventually moved out there once we realized we might be interrupting the club's meeting. Overall a pretty decent place for a drink! I didn't see any parking but there's street parking so not too shabby! read more

Great beer selection and good food! Gristworkz is a fun place to hang out with your current group of friends or meet new ones! They play good music, offer board/card games and also have TVs to scratch the sports itch. Gristworkz also features espresso martinis on tap, along with guest beers from other breweries and even root beer for folks that would rather avoid alcohol. A brunch menu has just been added from 11am-3pm on weekends too, there really is a little something for everyone! read more

Gristworkz - Hardy Burger with fries - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Back again and came back for the barbacoa on the weekends! And too good and you get 1/2 Lb , ample amount of tortillas, limes, onions, etc! Will def come back again!!! Nephews had a plain cheeseburger and fries which was very good as well per their review lol read more

Gristworkz - 1/2 pound of barbacoa and plain cheese burgers - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

Super nice chill place!! Would come back again to see what else they have to offer on the menu

This was my second visit, and first for pizza! The staff is always friendly and attentive. I'm not a big beer drinker so, their patience and knowledge definitely makes it easier to make a selection. As for the pizza... it's huge! Tuesday night is $20 for pizza + 2 beers. Great bargain!! The pizza dough is a sourdough and I guess it's the sauce was a bit sweet. I suggest the pepperoni as my buddy snagged that one and it looked amazing! It's covered in pepperoni and it made me wish I got it instead. Y'all already know this spot looks like a German Beir Garden inside and it gives! read more

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I haven't been here in a couple of months , typically no one greets or guides but the staff tonight even the barback open the front door and they greeted us once the door swung open.Katie and Nigle were the most hospitality I've had here and I've lived in this neighborhood for over 5 years and come here maybe a hand full due to service , ( would of come more but not to be ignored )ok we see Gritzworks UPGRADES! Will be back next week in hopes we can keep these two !! Can't wait ! read more

It was a very nice atmosphere. Very family oriented with great drinks and even better food.

Doing a pub crawl today and discovered this gem near downtown. Nice beers, plus a full bar. Food menu is creative. Not overtly crowded, friendly server, and a wonderful atmosphere. I will definitely return! read more

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Easy bike from the Heights, incredible vibe, and the food is far better than it has to! We're basking in the sunlight after wiping out the Sunday $12 special of a half-pound of carnitas w handmade tortillas and salsa, fresh onions, cilantro and lime. (We felt virtuous after biking a couple hours -- indulged in the veggie empanadas OMG!) Yeah, ditch the huge crowd down the street and cool your heels here. Totally worth it! read more

Gristworkz - Casual with a great bar. We really like the beers. - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great find! This is the new concept that used to be LCL GRP. Dave and Jorge are two of the owners and they were working behind the bar. Great service. I tried a few of the beers and settled on the Kolsch. Don't be scared of the Peach. It adds more depth than flavor to the beer. The Hardy Hop is a good Pale Ale but nothing here will satisfy a hophead. The Turnstile is a great session though. In addition to their own beer, they have a few guest taps as well and a full bar. Brewers hail from St Arnold, Southern Star, and Holler. They run a weekend special of barbacoa or carnitas tacos that was delicious and they do burrito, beer, and a bourbon for $15 every day. The chef, Marisol, came from Monkey's Tail. Patio is dog friendly with a walk-up window and they have a plan to sell to-go cocktails with food later this year. Location is close to a train stop with easy access to downtown. Will definitely be back. read more

Gristworkz - Weekend special is big enough to share (5 tacos). - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Stop what you are doing and go check out this micro-brewery! With a comfortable indoor area and large front patio, this place will pass your vibe check regardless of your current mood. Many diverse and quality beer options alongside some classic bar food specials, I highly recommend this spot! Great for groups of any size! Cheers! read more

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Wednesday steak night $25 - brussels sprouts + cornbread + potatoes. couldn't finish the steak so I had leftovers. it was delicious - recommend! read more

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Still our favorite neighborhood bar. There are specials everyday and the food is just so damn good. read more

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A cute neighborhood bar that has daily specials! I came here on a Monday with the intention of indulging in one beer for happy hour. To my surprise they have a $10 special on Mondays that includes a beer, a shot, corn dog and elote! Who could resist that deal lol...not me! Actually I had two orders lol...please don't judge me. I will definitely be back here especially since it's right in my neighborhood! They service is also great! The bartender was so sweet, I didn't get her name or I would give her a shout out here. If ever in the area definitely give this place a try! read more

Gristworkz - Beer and a corn whiskey shot - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The food was quick and unique. Service was outstanding, with great knowledge of the menu and the area. Awesome experience with the brewery in the seating area and community seating. I am glad we stumbled upon this place! read more

Gristworkz - Brewpubs Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great ambiance and impeccable customer service. We come here for the F1 races and the energy is amazing! Good and cheap drinks and full service kitchen!! read more

When in doubt, Gristworkz. Their hot boi is delicious so are the fries!! Don't forget the nachos either, soooooo good! The staff were nice and had smiles on their faces so this place is definitely a vibe! It's cute and hip. read more

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Feeling kinda bad that I have never gotten around to writing a review since I have been coming here regularly for a couple of years. Gristworkz is a terrific neighborhood brew-pub with a relaxed atmosphere and an eclectic crowd. I visit midweek so I cannot speak to the weekend vibe, but during the week it is a great place to sit with friends and have a beer and a meal. The food is interesting and always very good (shoutout to chef Bobby). The beer is, IMO, the star of the show. Brewmaster Dave does a nice job of keeping the favorites in stock and offering a good variety of seasonal variations. The wait staff is generally pleasant and attentive. If you are looking for a local place with a genuine neighborhood feel, this is a great choice. read more