I must admit, I had No idea this place existed until I found it on Yelp! Yes Yes and Yes Appetizer was the King Pretzel Cheeseburger with cheddar cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños and mushrooms. Onion rings for the side. Bees and chicken fajitas with all the great trimmings! To end it all up, we had the Pecan pie. Cinnamon roll crust on the pie made it Top Shelf!! Service was the best. Located in an old building that has great atmosphere! What else can I say? When I'm back in Gainesville, Texas I know exactly where I'll be eating! Krootz Brewing Company Go get Full read more

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Krootz Brewing Company has great food, great service, and a fun, college-town vibe to it. We asked our waitress for dinner recommendations and she steered us to the Brewmaster Burger and the Chicken Fried Chicken. That's the best burger I've had in a long time and my husband raved about the Chicken Fried Chicken! Two thumbs up, Krootz Brewing! Keep up the great work! read more

The menu is so fun here, lots of things to try! We started out with some Reuben egg rolls which were fantastic! The service here is very prompt and I think it typically works really well. We had one mix-up where the wrong order was brought out and that's when it felt a little disjointed. I don't think we had the same waitress come back to our table twice in a row, so it was a different person dealing with the mix up than originally took the order. Honestly not a big deal though because it was dealt with swiftly. This is a bar atmosphere and mostly bar food, but everyone agreed that the food was excellent. Only minor issue was that a wedge salad that was ordered was not really a "wedge" it was more of a "ball" of lettuce?? Cocktails are inventive and tasty here. They even have a variety of "soft shines" that you can get in to-go jars! These were fruit forward and not overly strong. read more

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I ordered the King Krootz Rueben with Macaroni and Cheese Gochujang. The sandwich had thick rye bread toasted perfectly with savory corned beef, sauerkraut and cheese. The macaroni and cheese had the extra beer cheese and breadcrumbs which kicked it up a notch! The food was so good that there was none leftover. I like the seating area in the back room with all of the TVs, we were able to enjoy our food and beers while watching some baseball. The Krootz craft beers are amazing too, I enjoyed the "got a gig" with my meal. read more

Krootz Brewing Company - Brewpubs Near Me - Gainesville, Texas

We loved everything about Krootz. The atmosphere is perfectly divey and fun. They have a stage for events, games on TV, and trivia. We tried the chips and salsa, as we were starving, and both the green and red salsa were delicious. They are served warm. The Krootz burger and the bacon Jam burger Both hit the spot, but the fries and onion wings are the BEST. We stuffed our faces and regretted we couldn't eat more. read more

Krootz Brewing Company - Burgers, salsa, and beer - Brewpubs Near Me - Gainesville, Texas

We stopped in for a quick meal on our way thru town. We had sliders, fries and a nice lager. Everything was real fresh and tasty. There's not much inside seating if the weather's too cold or too hot....but a big patio. read more

You must understand, everytime I drink this delightful liquid, I feel as if I am Thor himself. The ambience of this area makes you feel as if you are in Valhalla, and the service from Asgard is incredible. read more

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This is definitely a dive bar type vibe but I am here for it. It is very obviously loved by all the locals and it is not hard to see why. They have a huge menu and there is something for everyone. Probably one of the most well seasoned burgers I've ever had. The hand cut fries are crispy and well seasoned but they definitely could have been warmer, they were cold. But otherwise we loved it! read more

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What a great find! We just came in for some beer but ended up eating food, and even bringing things home with us! Here's what we tried: Apple Pie, Pickle and Peach Softshine. We liked the Pickle and Apple Pie so much we purchased some to take home. Mojito Lite beer - very refreshing, carbonated and tasty! Lemon-Lime Krootz o Rita - very good! Like juice! Pub Burger Slider, and Smoked Brisket Slider - order the brisket one, pass on the pub burger!! And then we took apricot kolaches, and apricot cream cheese kolaches home for mom. The servers are super attentive and very sweet! The place feels hip and I bet it can get busy on nice summer days! read more

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Location Just off the 335/77 in North Texas Atmosphere Local brewery-historical family bakery and brewery-tv's Seating Low tables-booths-great for groups Service So friendly and attentive-I think we had at least 3 people check on us Menu This is the best menu ever!!! Great selection of local beers, cocktails, starters, salads, main courses, a keto plate, and family recipe Czech pastries. We had the keto plate and it was full of green beans, seasoned riced cauliflower, peppers. Huge portion. Loved it. I ordered a dozen of the pastries-the apricot was delicious. I want to return for a nutella and banana!! They were sold out. The other flavors were lemon, strawberry, and cream cheese. The house margarita/ mojito was refreshing and yum. Summary Local historic family brewery with amazing menu, great food, outstanding service, and convenient location. Love this place! Call ahead for nutella/ banana pastries! read more

The food service and all staff are fantastic!! The atmosphere is great. It's unusual for the entire waitstaff Will see what you need!

On our way from McKinney to OKC we had to stop here because of the reviews. One word. OMG!!!! Karsten was flying around taking care of all of the lunch crowd like a beast! No joke - best blue cheese burger I've ever eaten! Hubby's chili cheese burger was amazing too. Chili had a sweet and spicy flavor. Pub chips. Kolaches - who does that around here? Fun atmosphere. We'll definitely be back. read more

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One of the best brewery experiences I've had--hands down. I stopped into this Gainesville gem with the casual intention of grabbing a quick beer before hitting the road. What happened next turned into one of the most unexpectedly enjoyable afternoons I've had in a long time--and Brittany was a huge reason why. From the moment I walked in, Brittany made the entire experience feel personal, warm, and genuinely welcoming. She greeted me with a big smile and immediately had a great read on what kind of beer I might enjoy. Her recommendations were on point--not just a list of what's on tap, but thoughtful, well-informed suggestions based on my preferences. I wasn't planning on staying long, but her enthusiasm and professionalism convinced me to stick around. That one beer turned into a relaxed, two-hour visit filled with great conversation, perfectly timed service, and some truly outstanding food. Speaking of the food--it blew me away. Way beyond typical "brewpub" fare. Everything from presentation to flavor was spot-on. And again, Brittany didn't just drop off menus--she walked me through a few options with the kind of confidence that tells you, "This isn't her first rodeo." I went with her suggestion, and it was phenomenal. The atmosphere in the brewery was casual and friendly, with a local charm that made me feel like I was part of the community, even just for a couple of hours. Clean facilities, great taproom design, a nice mix of locals and travelers--and all of it amplified by the level of service Brittany brought to the table. She wasn't just checking boxes; she elevated the experience. Friendly, intuitive, and incredibly professional. It's rare to meet someone who seems genuinely passionate about what they do, but Brittany clearly loves connecting with people and representing this place well. Bottom line: I came in for a quick drink and ended up having one of the most enjoyable afternoons of my trip. If you're anywhere near Gainesville, Texas, do yourself a favor and stop by this brewery--and if you're lucky, Brittany will be your server. read more

Krootz Brewing Company - Brewpubs Near Me - Gainesville, Texas

Service was excellent here!!! The food was meh. Any of our entrees that included fried chicken items were all overcooked. Very chewy. The blue cheese dressing was very watery. Tomato soup was amazing but the rest of the food was just meh. If they could serve food that matched the service; would've been golden. read more

We were passing through to see the Cody Jinks concert in Thackerville, OK. There are a lot of choices on the menu and the service was great. We will make this our lunch or dinner spot when we pass through. read more

This place is amazing!! It's a funky combination of different rooms and each with a different vibe. The staff was beyond helpful and polite. I asked for a recommendation for food to pair with my classic IPA. My sweet waitress gave me a couple of options and I went with the Ruben with a side of home battered onion rings! It was an incredible meal that makes me want to drive back for more!!! I also had the hazy juicy ipa. It was light and crisp with just hints of juice. The sandwich was piled with pastrami and homemade sauerkraut between two thick slices of marble rye. The onion rings...I can't explain how incredibly delicious and filling these were. My mouth is watering just writing this. Give this place a try! I love it! read more

Decided to do a road trip lunch from Dallas. Excellent choice on our part. It was a beautiful day, great beer and food at Krootz. Wide variety of food. I had the special jambalaya. Curiously it looked a little like bread pudding, but it definitely tasted real Cajun jambalaya. Tasted Something like you'd find in Baton Rouge not expected in Gainesville. selection of crafted beers was fun to taste through. And while it's a carb load, the desserts are do not miss. Big place, go with the dining room rooms up front to chat with the locals, either way the people of Krootz are friendly, attentive, and accommodating. This will be my regular stop to and from Oklahoma. read more

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Exceptional experience! The staff were all incredibly welcoming and friendly, the pizza was next to amazing, lots of ACTUALLY good craft beers, and the restaurant itself was very clean and inviting. Awesome way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thanks guys! We will definitely be back! read more

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Very friendly atmosphere. Lots of options for seating (bar, small tables, larger table for big groups, outside seating) Stopped by on our drive through Texas. Great food and beverage selections. Especially enjoy their "Rita" and "shine" offerings. Music is a little loud, so hard to hear the staff in the bar area. Had the Brewmaster Burger and fries and pretzel with beer cheese. Really enjoyable read more

Krootz Brewing Company - Brewmaster burger & - Brewpubs Near Me - Gainesville, Texas

Stopped in here on yelp's guidance as we headed to the casino in OK. Only 10-15 minutes from the Winstar. My wife loved their beer tastings. She is more of a "sweet" taste kind of girl and they had so many choices and variety. The service was fabulous. I was asked my many and all employees to keep my water filled. The waitress was relatively new and offered a nice candid response to our questions. I had the pub burger and my wife went with the frito pie. I really enjoyed the savory taste of the bacon jam and overall seasoning on the patty. The fries were amazing. We had an order of fried pickles too that was cooked to perfection. Their ranch was on another level of greatness for dipping pickles and fries. Wife said the frito pie was good but not a fan of the potato chips spread alongside the Fritos. She says she would have preferred straight Fritos. For the service and unique flavors this place exceeded my expectations. My only regret was not having room for dessert. Their dessert menu looked fun. read more

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Easily one of the top 5 burgers I have ever had!! Their meat is highly season and super tender! The fry's remind me of wing stop which is a huge compliment. It is a must visit if you are in the greater Gainesville area! read more

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Service was awesome food was insanely good..best Mac and cheese I've ever had and that pecan pie was omfg good .. worth my trip to Texas from ca with just that..I got a week left but I could go home happy now lol read more

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The food and service is amazing. Karsten, Alex, Crystal, and Makayla were all my servers and even when they were busy they were always attentive. I had the Brisket tacos, chicken fingers, French fries.l, and for dessert the double decker pecan pie; all amazing. My favorite are the fries; they are seasoned with the company's secret spices. Definitely a must stop shop when you're passing by Gainesville TX. It's on Elm street! Nothing scary about this place! Five stars!! read more

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Pick a door and enter into a really cool vibe. The place is set up...different, not in a bad way! We sat up at the bar and had great conversations with the 2 gals working. They were very attentive and answered questions we had, then we had good general conversation. We ordered the Reuben and hard choice, but ordered the onion rings on the side w ranch. It was really good!! Eat the rings fast, as the heavy (yet delicious batter) can get soggy after a bit. I love the fact the fry everything in beef tallow. I'm a huge fan and have been, though now it seems to be more common and that's great! The Italian panini was Very good as well, and offered as half or whole. Half was plenty. The Mac n cheese was so good!! I don't even like Mac n cheese normally! Finished off with a HUGE slice of key lime pie, and that was really good as well...not too tangey not too sweet. Would definitely recommend a stop in here, lots to choose from- we will return when we're back in the area!! read more

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Krootz is the best place to eat in Gainesville! The atmosphere is great, the people and food are outstanding. It's a great place to go and relax. I was in Gainesville to get my car serviced at Glenn Polk. My car broke down and needed to get it looked at. They let me borrow a car and recommended Krootz. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a xoll spot in Gainesville Texas! read more

Great selection of good beer. Full menu with wings, hamburgers, sandwiches, and salads. Their Food is very good.

Being a New York Beer snob traveling from Dallas to Oklahoma City, I needed a stop and VERY pleased to have found Krootz! An amazing place with wonderful food, wonderful beer and wonderful staff. Had the BBQ brisket taco and the mushroom burger. Both very VERY tasty. The onion rings were also really good. As for the beers. We had a flight of 4 and all of them were perfect tasting! Considering the politics of today, I usually try to avoid Texas, but Krootz was a place I'd love to visit again. read more

Another huge win for Krootz. Traveling through this area four of five times a year makes this a perfect meal stop. Pub food is a favorite for us. We always seek out a local mom and pop with a creative menu. Krootz remains a top favorite for us. The quality of the food is always spot on, and the team-style service never leaves you with any unmet need. If you get a burger, you can choose from some interesting sides such as their beer cheese m and c, their homemade potato salad, or onion rings/fries fried in beef tallow. This won't necessarily be the healthiest meal you could have, but we manage that by splitting! Go with somebody you love and share some amazing food. read more

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Honky Tonk bar and grill. The burger was juicy and seasoned well. The fries were salted perfectly and had the right amount of crisp. Served fresh and Hot. The fried pickles were sooooo good. Lightly breaded and delicious. We arrived 30 minutes before closing and the place was packed. Service was exceptional! We will be back! read more

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What a great place to come in and grab a bite to eat. We came in after a concert and it was honestly so worth it. The service here was great. All the waitresses keep checking in on us and made sure we felt very welcomed from the start. Now let's talk about this pizza. Simply put when you come here get the pizza and enjoy every bit of it. The crust is amazing and they rather quickly. Tons of flavor and a lot of toppings. The wings are fried to perfection and the hot has a nice kick to it. Very laid back place where you can come hang out with friends or have a date night with the wife. Great hole in the wall spot that is a must visit when in Gainesville. read more

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The food was good and the service was great. The restaurant was nice and clean and have a lot of TV to watch sports.

Went last year. Food subpar. Don't care for the atmosphere. Don't like their back room. Cauliflower pizza was not a good experience.

There's lots of 5 Star reviews, and it's because this place is Worth It! It's an absolute #hiddengem, and totally worth the drive from Denton! You won't be disappointed! It's a little divey, tap-room kind of a place, with a very comfortable vibe! There were several kids in here eating pizza! We found this place looking for that little gumbo place in Boyd! Thanks Yelp for the suggestion, because it might be our new favorite place! I will admit, I was drawn by Bacon Jam fries, which were excellent... and not even close to the best thing we had! Let's start with beer flights! They got 'em, you can choose your own, you can add onto the basic 4-4oz pours! Yep, get that extra 4 oz pour and go home super happy! You can also get a moonshine flight! For real. Say it: Moonshine Flight! Why aren't you driving right now? Technically it's soft shine and using their words: all the taste of prohibition era 'shine, but without the black eye from falling out of your chair! The apple cider version is a mix of real Apple Juice and Apple Cider, then blended with fresh cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and our homemade Vanilla. Trust me, you WANT this! (They sell it to-go on 16oz jars, BTW)!! But we did come to eat! We came for pizza, we got sidetracked! We had the full Reuben (go look at these pics!!), which they can serve in 1/2 or 1/3rds. As my wife says, this is the best Reuben she's had outside of NYC! Do you need to know more? You might've had a better one, but probably not this close and easy to get to! And it's HUGE!!!!!! We also split the Patty Melt Panini. Can you say best patty melt ever? Nice crusty bread, without being to much, onions cooked to perfection, and the meat was awesome!! I will argue best patty melt in the metroplex! Fight me! Everyone of the staff were stellar. We told the 2 waitresses and the manager, this is the best dining experience we have had in over 2 years! They were as good as you can get! Absolutely Stellar! I would put up w/ bad good for this level of service... but there's no need... this cook ROCKS!! Nothing was bad! I mean, we had around the whole menu... and Nothing was bad! 5 Stars man! I really recommend my new favorite joint! Get in here, #ShopLocal read more

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Really enjoyed our experience yesterday! We arrived in time for the weekend brunch but also ordered off of the regular menu. They have something for everyone here and we liked how many items highlighted they were homemade. Beer was solid too! read more

Absolutely everything about this place is amazing! The service is the best I've ever received! The beer and pizza were so good. It's a good hour drive from our home and we will be back. The music is fun too! read more

Krootz Brewing Company - Homemade guacamole, salsa, and beef brisket queso. So good! - Brewpubs Near Me - Gainesville, Texas

Went in for lunch on the 26 of December, very cool building with I think 3 separate areas. Was approached by no fewer than 3 people, waiter and a few others, ( one I believed to be a Manager) all super nice and made the experience awesome. I had a blond ale which was excellent, burger as well- asked for medium rare, and came out that way- Very good! Grandkids had some nuggets and fries which they enjoyed( fries here are very good!) Next time I'm in , I'll try some other beers, and hang out awhile. They have live music as well. Breweries are a tough market; this one hits the mark! read more

Read on yelp that the food was made from scratch and being a food snob, I had to give it a try. Staff was very welcoming and friendly on arrival. The mule that I had was to die for! As well, the pretzel appetizer and Reuben sandwich, made from scratch and locally sourced ingredients, were mouth watering. Overall a wonderful meal and experience!! Oh and I took home some of the fresh baked desserts for the next days breakfast, did NOT disappoint! Definitely go here! read more

I don't often give 5 stars but from service to food it was amazing. Great teamwork and staff consistently checking in with us. We are going to start making this a Sunday visit. Don't live in Gainesville but food from scratch and delivered. Fun setting and plenty of seating. read more

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LOL, Chad S. replies that he "will not change a thing." Well that certainly bodes well for this business. Way to stick to your guns Chad S. ! Don't change a damn thing! Who cares what those pesky customers have to say. And as far as considering growing bigger hands, like President Trump said, my hands are just fine. No, I will not be back. I don't want my burger falling apart when I try to eat it. I don't want to eat my burger with a knife and fork. And I especially don't want to eat somewhere where management responds to customer comments with "grow bigger hands" or "we won't change a thing." What a DB. read more

Highly recommend Krootz Brewing Company. It's a laid back, no frills establishment with very tasty food, and lots of it! The staff couldn't be more welcoming and accomodating. They offer all kinds of info on the menu, frequently check on you and continually encourage you to stay as long as you like making this our new favorite place to meet up with local friends when we're in town for a few days. read more