Small brewery's are common in Appalachia. Some have even turned into larger operations, over the…read moreyears. Names like Appalachian Beer Company and Lancaster Brewery come to mind. These places some excellent beer. But they also are restaurants. So, maybe beer is a draw in or the food at times. So with that, Drunk Monkey is a pure brewery. They make, sell, distribute, and promote their own product. As far as promoting, I am not sure they need to do much work as the product has really gotten some attention at the street level. I have seen the main beer showing up at local restaurants the last year. There has also been solid word of mouth. Some of their beers are even winning awards. So it didn't take much convincing from a coworker to get me there before our Nittany Lions came on. The brewery, itself, is a tiny place tucked into an old industrial park that use to be home to one of the largest textile mills in the country. Long abandoned, different smaller businesses now call the park home. One of the more sustained businesses is Fisher's bee farm. That brings us to the brewery. The owner of the bee farm decided to start a brewery near his business. Once finding the brewery, you notice that it is a whole in the wall kinda place. But once entering, the place is organized, clean, and the folks are extremely warm and friendly. Everything is clearly marked. Beer prices are payed out in a sheet on the wall. There is a merchandise rack clearly marked. There are cases clearly marked for type. You can tell this is a place where the people love and care about their beer. The lady manning the shop was knowledgable and friendly. She gave us a preview of the beers and described each one as we taste tested the taps. She then offered us a tour of the small brewery which we jumped on. This definitely plussed the experience and ultimately earned that fifth star. We learned that this particular young lady also hand labels, preps, and fills the bottles. So she does more than just look pretty selling the beer. Now for the beer. I really can't remember all the particular names of the beer. But I had a few favorites. In particular, the German wheat beer was fantastic. That is what I got my growler filled with. Some of the other beers that tasted great, Kraken and one named Mistress or something to that effect. Fittingly, the mistress had a tap handle in the shape of a ship figure head. Speaking of which, all the beers have nautical names based on the folklore of Captain Jack which many local landmarks are named. I have nothing negative to say about Drunk Monkey. They are in an obscure location. The place is small and doesn't look like much from the outside. But like most really great businesses, it is about the knowledge of the people behind the business. Drunk Monkey has plenty of that! If you are in the area on a Wednesday or Saturday, stop in for a taste.

Stopped in for a quick drink and loved the vibe. The pale ale was smooth and easy to drink, and the…read morewatermelon cocktail was super refreshing. The place smelled amazing with BBQ cooking, and the setup was clean and cool--loved the garage door opening to the patio and the view of the brewing area. Staff was friendly.

Came here with our friends, bringing 6 kids in total! Staff were very accommodating. A lot of kids…read moremenu options. We ordered the jalapeño deviled eggs, Cuban sandwich, sausage sandwich, and kids quesadilla. The servers were gracious enough to offer samples of what's on tap. The menu has something for everyone. Very relaxed vibe inside with some games like cornhole outside. Very fair prices, which is refreshing for a microbrewery!!! Will definitely be back!

Beer is good. Food is good. Bartenders are nice and good a small talk. Good place to meet people…read moretoo. I like the industrial look too. Very intentional.

Reading reviews and some magazine articles, I was drawn to this place when visiting (a very barren…read moreand depressing, but historically important, downtown of) Altoona during the holidays. Cutting to the chase, the brown ale was good, definitely merits the 4+ ratings on beer sites, no doubt. Brewery part of the stop was well-executed. Food took things in a very wrong direction.... Concern being that I ordered a simple mac n' cheese (I guess "large" size - $13.50, what?), adding some "famous pulled pork," which ended up being $16.50 or something along those lines - I received a MICRO, emphasizing MICRO order of mac n' cheese in a small bowl that probably cost them $1.25 to make - great, flavors were just very average and they seemed to be all jazzed that it came with chopped jalapeno on the top. Fancy, y'all. Cost-wise, one pint of beer and this incredibly tiny meal cost over $30, post-tip (still hooked them up) in a dead downtown that frankly needs all the business it can get. Got gas one the outskirts and the strip malls are absolutely surging, which would usually be a major bummer for me, but honestly not in this case after getting econo-slammed. I was honestly shocked there weren't those neon signs in cursive that said stuff like "chow down, chug down," grass on the vertical wall, and other basic things, but I was probably too preoccupied by the fact that every table had "hold for reservation" and I wasn't pointed to sit places, with the bar being full and all, until I asked. Summary - MID, MID, MID food that's in small portions that is an absolute shill in 2025, in a community that's on it's downside economically. So frustrating that places like this are highly-touted.

A small extension of the Bedford brewery that operates inside the Portside Market not far from the…read moreLake Raystown resort. A friendly server guided me through descriptions of their various offerings. I selected a chocolate porter and an IPA to take back to the lake resort, buying some 32oz "Prowlers", as well as a couple 16 oz cans of a Scottish Dragoon. Terrific tasting brew! Really, really good! This will make a great spot to stop for some well-crafted local brew when I'm relaxing on or by the lake! Luckily...my son can drive the boat!

Always consistent and setting the bar high! Since moving out…read moreof the area we don't get to visit SB as much as we used to, so it was great to get a chance to stop in for Dr. Nyce's Christmas performance on Sunday. Our visit was great as usual! The service and employees are friendly and professional, making sure our drinks are topped off all evening. The large selection of beer has something for everyone from dark stoudts to juicy IPAs. They also have a great selection of cocktails for the non-beer drinkers.  The menu offered a variety to choose from and still reflects Shy Bear's commitment to serving  quality cuisine. The crab egg rolls were very flavorful and the Rueben was amazing. My burger was cooked perfectly and served with quality french fries.  The live music was great and provided a fun atmosphere for all.  Two words-- Jay Bird. Still the standard for all other IPAs!

5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here. Skip to the end to see my…read morerating scale. Shy Bear is a top-five brewery for this kid. The three things I look for in a brewery are an inviting outdoor space, accessibility to some good grub, and (of course) some quality beers. Big bonus if a place is dog friendly. Shy Bear easily accomplishes all three and earns a double bonus for welcoming our Doodle. The staff was great - they were packed but our hostess and waitress both made sure we were taken care of without being up-in-your-face. They understood both the food and beer menus and were able to make good suggestions. The overall atmosphere of the place was fun too - trivia night was going on while we were there and even the people who weren't playing along were obviously engaged. We had lunch not too much earlier, but we couldn't pass up trying one of the flatbreads that the waitress recommended. We were very happy that we did - just the right size and very tasty. We each got a flight of five so we got to sample a good chunk of their offerings. They had some unique variations like a cookies n cream sour and they also had some truer to original styles that I prefer - and I walked out with a four pack of their West Coast IPA to prove it. For sure I intend to try to convince Mama to go back again, get a room nearby, and sip on a few drinks outside when it's warmer - even though it's about a two hour trip! My rating scale: 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive 30 minutes out of my way just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here

Spring Dam Brewing Co. is a relaxed, inviting spot in Roaring Spring with both indoor charm and a…read morelovely patio setup. Their menu is always evolving--it's clearly not fixed, so you're in for seasonal specials. I tried the Cherry St. cocktail, which tasted like a grown-up Cherry Pepsi, and the Tikes Backpack beer, which was smooth and easy to drink. Alena had the fresh and flavorful fiesta bowl with grilled chicken, while I opted for the cheesy burger loaded with melty onions. The atmosphere is friendly and local, and the food smelled amazing

I was so pleasantly surprised to hear that Roaring Spring had a brewery and was impressed with how…read morebeautiful both the indoor and outdoor space is! It has a great ambiance - especially on a summer evening, where they often have live music on the weekends. I had a couple of different drinks - my favorite being the whiskey sour. The food menu is limited but good - I had the southern bowl and pretzel appetizer, and some others in our party had the smash tacos special. I do hope that they'll expand their menu in the future, but it's good and what I'd expect for a new brewery. Side note: they also had gobs for sale at the bar which were so good - a local staple!

4 - I'd drive an hour just to come here. Skip to the end for my rating scale…read more Great brewery in the middle of farm country. The beer selection is solid. Every style I tried in the flight was good...they obviously put the effort into getting their stuff right. They live up to being called a "craft" brewery. The atmosphere is fantastic. Very nice pavilion to keep out of the weather. They also have some open air tables in a little garden and included a good size fire pit to boot. They have live music from time to time and it looks like they have food available occasionally as well. The bartenders were both super friendly and helpful. It's definitely a place we'll visit again when we're out that way. Highly recommend Whitehorse if you're willing to drive a bit and it's a must-do if you're reasonably close. My rating scale: 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive an hour just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here

Really cool stop in the middle of nowhere. We ventured out this way to try a couple more stops on…read moreour Laurel Highlands Passport. It was quite a hike to get to this area. I think it was about 25 minutes or so from Deep Creek Maryland. The brewery is located in the owners/main brewers garage. Right next to his house, among a bunch of other houses. If they wouldn't have had a sign we would never had known. Once inside we were greeted and warmly welcomed. I actually thought the man and women (who did indeed turn out to be husband and wife) were the owners. They seemed to take such pride in everything and were so hospitable to everyone that came in, almost like you would expect if going to a loving and doting relative. She popped popcorn for patrons and was handing out bowls. She was full of stories and seemed to really just like working there. Her and her husband filled us in on the brewery and its history. The beers now were surprisingly decent. I got the glimmer of hop comet. They had a winter warmer on tap with like the best name Fra-Gee-Lay, Must be Italian. I can't imagine ever finding myself in this neck of the woods again but I sure would order that beer again if I ever saw it on tap. For the locals this place should definitely be in your rotation.

A great new brewery right in downtown State College. It's in the space formerly occupied by…read moreBarranquero Cafe and has a great vibe and atmosphere. Hours are limited to the weekends but the place was hopping on our recent visit. The drinks lean towards the hoppy and sour side as the owners also own Moody Culture Kombucha but the beers are good and my wife enjoyed her cocktail. Food is limited to flavored popcorn but they encourage you to bring in food, relax, and enjoy. There is bar seating, a smallish loft that would be fun for groups, and a few outside tables too. We will definitely be back!

First of all, beers were amazing. We're from Oregon, they have excellent IPAs and Haas. Also have…read moregood loggers if that's what you're looking for. Staff was amazing on gameday , the owner was working also. Their Philly cheesesteak station right outside. The brewery was over the top. Great place to go regardless of what you're doing for the day.

Nestled into a little nowhere...coal country brewing has the welcoming nature of a dive bar but the…read moremenu can rival that of a Michelin star experience with a home town touch. Every menu item is like a hug. The cook here makes everything from scratch from making fresh sauerkraut to pickling their own gardenia. All the meat is local and freshly processed. All draft beers and cocktails are brewed in house. With 4 cocktail options and 16 different draft beers on tap, plus 4 non-alcoholic options, there is something to tantalize every preference and taste bud. Having been here a couple times now...I can say without a doubt my ancestors sing every time we order the tot, sauerkraut and corned beef appetizer. The wings are crispy and flavorful. The seafood is also fresh off the ocean. The service is personal and exceptional like having family serve you with food made from love. My favorite hands down is the Italian hoagie with au jus. Prepare for a happy food dance every time you eat here. It's worth the drive and the try, and I'm sure you will find yourself, like me returning time and time again.

Was out in the area for a family reunion. Went here and was very impressed with all the beers…read more The drinks they make are wonderful my wife loves them. The food is very good also. We had different dishes and everyone was very good.