Open to the public!…read more They have a really cool beer bar, the pirate behind the bar is eager to chat and educate us about beers and the reason behind them having canned beer instead of bottled! All the brewing action happens on site out the back. Try the tasting paddles. They have basic beer snacks available to purchase and filtered water to cleanse your palate between tastes. They also have coffee by common ground roasters and a merchandise area! Come check it out! x

I sort of took a wrong turn and ended up at this brewery. Well, that certainly turned out to be one…read moreof those delightful accidents because this brewery was pretty awesome. I have had some of their beers before, namely because I wandered into a bottle shop, but it was great to actually visit the brewery itself. Yeah, the beers are pretty awesome, and the service wasn't bad at all. It may be a bit of a trek to get to, but it is definitely worth it.

There is so much to brag about how wonderful prancing pony is, so I'll do my best to get it all…read moredown. Firstly, let me start with my slight hiccups. I came for a visit on a Saturday, it was quite busy, and the staff had asked if we had made a reservation. I suggest booking a table if you're planning a visit, especially on a weekend. The brewery has a great airy and open feel to it, a variety of tables and seating, and great decorations hanging about. There was a large variety of pub style to choose from, I opted for the nachos, although my friend wanted salad and was told that both salad options listed on the menu were no longer being offered. The best part, however, were the endless options of beers. They had a variety of selections on tap, a few ciders, and even cans and bottles to take home. I ordered the Zeppelin IPA and I loved it. Overall, I highly recommend paying this brewery a visit up in the hills, it was great.

Wine tours usually see some good and some bad in the venues you attend. For me, any winery that has…read morea good port, serves beer or has another 'surprise option' generally gets high marks in my book. Enter Johnstons of Oakbank, and their sweet SWEEEEEET Cordials! Yes, they make wine, and yes, they have stubbies of Cooper Pale on hand for the non-refined (like myself).....but I did not partake in a beverage of the amber variety! A gasp followed by stunned silence is upon you I am sure! For at the end of the wine tasting, out came the cordials and hyper Scott came out to play. Dillute 4 parts to one she said.....I laugh at your 4 parts to 1! Straight is the way a man, a very, very immature man, drinks his cordial! Damn, they make a good drop! I particularly advise trying the Brown Lime and Fruit Cup varieties. They also make some freaky deeky flavours like Sasparilla and Clove...not a big fan personally but they got the Clove smack on.....bloody terrible, but smack on!

This is a hard place to rate as I'm not quite sure which category to rate it against. to me, it's a…read morevery casual wine bar with great wine. I tried the sparkling shiraz and it was simply wonderful! They serve a small selection of wine, cider and beer - you don't need lot's of options of they're really good choices - as well as simple snacks but nothing from a kitchen or any food off a menu. It's the perfect place to come for a relaxing drink by the water when visiting Goolwa. I suggest planning your next move if you need lunch or dinner though. they charged $10 entry on NYE to view the fireworks from here.

Great destination to have a relaxing afternoon with a fine wine and great staff. In addition you…read morehave fantastic views and parking is easy.

Amazing food - popped in for an impromptu lunch and they didn't disappoint. One thing - a…read moreprofessional kitchen should be able to get all meals out at the same time... the dribble approach is ok at a beachside cafe

I have heard nothing but good things about Ekhinda Wines. We stopped of here at lunch to grab a…read morebite to eat and I was dying to try out the cider and the ginger beer. We ordered the Ploughman's share platter between 3 of us and it was enough. It came with cold sliced meats like salami & ham, chargrilled chorizo, cheese, rocket salad and toasted ciabatta with a spicy tomato relish. The ginger beer is delish!!! Not as sweet as you would expect from a non-alcoholic ginger beer as it has wheaty overtones, but it was one of the best I've tried. And on a warm summers day it went down a treat. Can't wait to go back and stock out on more of the ginger beer. And try out more of the menu items. They all sounded mouthwatering.

Check out the ginger beer and the 50/50!!! An awesome winery/brewery!! This place is great to check…read moreout while on a wine trip or just with a few mates (don't volunteer to drive!!) on any day. While the tasting area is quite small and you will only get 5/6 at the counter we have crammed 20 ppl in before! The staff are very friendly and will tall you all about the wines and brews on offer. The highlight is when you get to the Ginger beer though....it really is something else!! You can buy both wines and the brews by the bottle to take away....of take a sit and admire the views with a pint of Ginger ale from the ice cold tap...or even a glass of wine!! Unfortunately i have never tasted the food here but i have seen dishes bought out and it looks mighty fine.... its on my list!!

A friend of mine recommended this place to me. Actually, to be more specific, a friend of mine…read moreindicated to me that this place existed because I really don't need to be recommended a craft beer brewery namely because I will end up going their anyway. So, it took a while to get here, namely because most times I went past it was closed, but one Sunday afternoon I was fortunate enough to discover that it was open. Well, we ended up getting a tasting paddle, and I do admit that the beers were actually pretty good. It's a rather small time operation, and can be difficult to find, but it is definitely worth checking out.

Very disappointed with the feed me menu. Some average starters, 2 steaks & half a deep fried…read morechicken for 3 people

Set in the world famous McLaren Vale, the aptly named McLaren Vale Beer Co. is set in a perfect…read morelocation amongst vineyards and between some of the worlds best wineries. Their tap house and kitchen makes delicious gourmet pub foods including wood oven pizzas, burgers and salads. But it is the setting that brings you here. I chose this place for my 25th birthday lunch amidst a wine tour and we were all impressed. The bright, rustic, unique and trendy interior brings a young crowd interested in boutique beers and local wines. The ales are refreshing and not too much and have won numerous awards around the country for taste and design. The wine cellar is small and rustic, but hey - you're here for the beer and the socialising!!

The McLaren Vale Beer company is certainly a favourite of mine to visit while in the region…read morenormally famous for its wines!! They produce around 5 beers - an indian pale ale, dark ale, lager, a new cider and their flagship Vale Ale. They are all very drinkable...and can be sampled in a paddle featuring small measures of them. Also available are the traditional pints, handles and stubbies for takeaway. The food served at cellar door is fantastic, a favourite side is always the Duck Fat Chips.... something very special. They are all reasonably priced for the area. They is plenty of parking here, but on busy periods its gets quickly filled up. There is an ample beer garden with some outdoor seats. A very nice place to visit after a few wines of just on its own!

Great brewpub. My wife and I stopped in for lunch. Pizza and beers were good and the staff was…read morefriendly. The rooftop seating was comfortable with a nice breeze and view.