Great place to meet friends. Music not too loud and fantastic service. Beer was good and food was tasty. Beet salad had too much goat cheese, but otherwise delicious. Everyone enjoyed their food, particularly the shrimp sandwich and burger. read more

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The beer is Ok, food is expensive. Their sitting sections temperature are hot or hotter, fix your AC. Very uncomfortable during summer. Main issue I have is the attitude of the manager. Went there on Sunday to watch a soccer game, we were told they will shut down at half time, and keep moving up kitchen closing time, we felt rushed, not welcome. Used to love this place and would go there a lot five years ago. I stoped going because of the same issue, the attitude, gave them another chance, but this will be the last. read more

This is really just a brewery that happens to serve food. When I found them on Google, it led me to OpenTable for a reservation. That's odd because it is open-seating without a hostess stand. I'm glad we just rolled with it. Also, seating is quite limited, even with the patio. We walked around twice before another couple got up, and we grabbed their seats. Now, with no hostess, this is a recipe for exactly what happened to us. No one came by the table for well over ten minutes (possibly fifteen). Once they did, we had very attentive service. None of that changes the fact that the guy who told us to "sit anywhere" walked past us four times without acknowledging our presence. The food is only average. The schnitzel appetizer was unseasoned and tough. The fried bologna sandwich for my wife was extremely good. She was not as fond of the potato salad. It did not really look like it was picking a side - neither German-style nor southern. She said it had some characteristics of German-style, but there was a definite mayo-based dressing. As for my pastrami sandwich...the pastrami was quite good. Honestly, I do not understand why it is so hard to find good pastrami in a state like Texas (you know, with such an historical mix of cultures that virtually spread it across the globe). This pastrami came in at a solid B. The remainder of the sandwich was completely awful. Tough bread, minimal cheese. I don't eat rotted cabbage (sauerkraut) or thousand island, so I put mayo on the sandwich. As a side note, whoever writes the menu should know that a sandwich with those four components is called a "Reuben," rather than "pastrami sandwich." Anyway, good beer, as should be the case with any brew-pub kind of place. The location is on a narrow, residential street. There is really only street parking, so you REALLY have to want to come here to deal with that level of nonsense. It was an interesting visit, but definitely not worth a return. Ever. read more

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Great selection of craft beers ... Really should bring back Friday Happy Hour Food menu is okay read more

I was in town for a quick business trip and was provided a suggestion to try Künstler Brewing for their beers and German food. The location is a bit outside of downtown San Antonio in more of a residential area which took me a bit to find. There are several parking places out front and the interior is clean. There are several beers to choose from though I was disappointed that they were out of a few of them, to include their Kölsch which is my favorite. Putting aside my disappointment I tried their Arnold Schwarzbier, which was very good. They offer several different sizes so that you can sample more offerings without passing out. For dinner I had their wurst platter with spätzle and the Brezel appetizer. Both were very good. The service was quick and friendly and I would definitely be back, but more for the beer which was great. read more

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Very cool brewery with a very nice selection of craft beers on tap. Something for every taste. The food is amazing. Lots of skill in the kitchen. They make my taste buds so very happy. The service is excellent and comes with a welcoming friendliness. Lots of comfortable indoor seating and a very inviting outdoor areas as well. Both the brewery and food service are good enough to succeed separately but together are amazing. read more

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Pretty empty on a recent Fat Tuesday. No wait for seating. Pleasant service. Ordered the schnitzel sandwich with potato salad (which I served cold, not hot). Came out after about 12 minutes. It was ok. Not great. But huge. Would have preferred a heavier helping of sauerkraut. Music in the background was likely seasoned by the holiday. Overall the quality of the service is what would bring me back. read more

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It's been a hot minute since I last reviewed this spot, and they've had a big menu revamp, but the beer is still great, and the food even better. They have happy hour from 2-5pm, which means 50% off draft beers and lots of discounted yummies to eat. And although not included in the happy hour deals, I highly recommend the jager schnitzel--it's so so so so good! The mushroom sauce on top of the schnitzel is absolutely divine. There's plenty of seating both inside and outside, just take your pick :) read more

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I really like Kunstler but please just update your website or get, even social media to let patrons know what you have! Decided to celebrate Fathers Day early as our kids are working all weekend so headed here / it was great but the menu and service not so so much! Checked out the menu before we arrived but when we got here they had a very paired down menu printed ! Told us they had several team members out so had to pair down the kitchen yet the printed menu was customized to the day and did not look freshly printed / and the server told us they had specific things on specific days - so just go with that and let people know ahead of time !! Beer menu was however correct so tired their pale ale/ IPA flight which was good! Food wise the cheese board was great and the pretzel buns were insane - warm, fresh and fluffy!! The lobster roll was as also fantastic and kids enjoyed the fries Service was meh - had to order the pickle plate twice and second beer took forever!! Great food and beer but service is sloppy and website may not be accurate! read more

Künstler Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Positives: Cool Vibe Varied and reasonable menu Beet salad was so amazing Beer was interesting and good Serve cider and wine as well Great HH with $3 beers! Negatives: Incredibly slow service. It was my fist visit so I'm not sure if it was an off day or they were understaffed but our beer took forever to come out. I actually went to the bar to go get it, but they didn't let me do that and said it would be delivered soon. Luckily we weren't in a hurry. read more

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We met up with some friends for dinner - us being our first visit and them a few times. Parking was tight, but we managed to find a spot smack in front of the restaurant .. they do have an overflow lot close by. Know this restaurant is located in a neighborhood, not on a main street. Their seating consisted of a main/bar area, a sports area, and outdoor seating. We sat in the main room and was greeted by our server, who told us that she was fairly new. They make all their beers in house which was kinda cool! All were listed on the wall in the bar area. Everyone tried a few samples at our table to get a taste, but it was kinda funny how each sample was hardly a pour to taste... maybe a large tablespoon? But anyways we ordered a few - the Confident Bitch , which was ok and I ordered a non alcoholic drink per server recommendation- the strawberry mint lemonade. Needed a good stir to get the strawberry flavor. We ordered: Schnitzel- generous portion with a nice mushroom gravy, but very bland. Hubby said it needed some salt or some kinda seasoning. Shrimp roll- very disappointed at how the shrimp was swimming in some kind of mayo. Shrimp was nice and meaty but the lemon dill aioli and arugula had no flavor at all. It needed salt and pepper, something ...but no condiments were available table side. The fries had no seasoning as well. I asked the server when ordering if I could substitute a salad instead fries, but she stated that was not possible. My friends asked for mayo to dip their fries in and the server stated they had no mayo. Disappointing But cool environment. Not sure if we'll come back. read more

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5 stars for the beer (very good) and friendly service. The menu has a good variety of options with modern twists to classic German dishes. I ordered the spaetzle and have to admit it was a little too modern for me. Otherwise, very nice visit and I would go again. read more

Ambiance: German inspired brewery with a huge outdoor patio area as well as indoor dining restaurant space and bar! This is honestly one of the best breweries in San Antonio! Amazing food and their beer list is incredible. As a wine lover, I highly recommend the Red Wine Supernova Belgian triple! One of the best beers I've ever had in my life. Limited parking onsite as well as street parking. Does get crowded! Dog friendly and kid friendly patio space. Perfect spot for large groups and hanging out with family/friends. Very accommodating service and staff. Highly recommend! read more

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Went for Oktoberfest, had a couple of beers and some food. Service, cleanliness, food and drink was very good. Would definitely recommend.

Food was good, drinks were nice and cold. We were presented a Brunch menu and a regular menu. It was 2:45pm. We placed our order from both menus and were told we could not order from the regular menu until 3:00 because the system doesn't take orders until then. So some of us had Brunch and the rest had to wait to order our lunch. Service a little slow. During our meals we asked for hot sauce, lemons, hot mustard and never received any. read more

Good times with Brain Brew on Tuesday nights 7pm. Always great beer and food. Good times with Brain Brew on Tuesday nights 7pm. Always great beer and food. read more

This is one of my favorite breweries in town! If a brewery can brew great beer & serve great food, it's solid! The workers are always attentive and friendly making you feel welcome. The main room has the German style pub setting. A big space with warm wood colors. They also have a side room with TVs to catchup on whichever sports event is going on. There's also a large outdoor area they've added recently if you are there with your pets along with a covered outdoor area in front of the place near the entrance. Have came here 10+ times over the years and have had nothing but great experiences. Also checkout their trivia if you are down for that. If coming from out of town, this is the brewery I suggest you visit first. read more

Künstler Brewing - Yummy beer - Brewpubs Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The only negative about this brewery is that the name is hard to remember and you'll probably almost say a very naughty word when trying to recommend it to others. (Fun Fact: I was told to come here by a beertender at another brewery he stumbled over the name and I thought " 'scuse me?!") Usually when breweries say some line about honor tradition but also new/modern takes...its a red flag to me that the brewery is overly traditional. Not so here! This brewery had a plethora of lagers (my favorite) on tap from traditional to hoppy-and-cutting edge (my favorite-favorite). They had both a Cold IPA AND a West Coast Pilsner on tap. Usually, finding even one of those is a bughunt...but finding a brewery with BOTH?! My only regret is that I didn't try any of the food, most of which looks like rib-stickingly good, hearty, German food. read more

This feels like a true "locals" kind of place, which is exactly the kind of spot I do my best to visit when exploring a new city. Künstler Brewing is a little off the beaten path, which is just fine by me and adds a little mystery to experience. After a great interaction with the server, I opted for the Debigulator, which was perfect for wrapping up an evening of travelling. To pair with that, I went with their Bavarian pretzel, which is one of the best I've ever had. I also went with a brat and some of their homemade mustard. Everything was outstanding. And for the icing on the Kuchen, it was brought to my attention that it was karaoke night, so I couldn't leave without giving the fine folks of San Antonio at least one song. Right? read more

Künstler Brewing - Dinner on the porch with an excellent pretzel, beer and brat combo. - Brewpubs Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Adorable place! There are several seating areas, a main bar room, a mostly sports hall with several TVs, and outdoor patio seating with a playground so it's very kid and family friendly. The service outdoors is online and they bring drinks and food out. Great beer and a decent wine selection. The food is great also. They have a curry cauliflower side dish that is really worth trying if you like cauliflower! The outdoor seating can be hot, but it's a very nice place to sit and on some weekends they have little vendors with handmade goods set up or live music. I would love if they added some misters or fans! Parking: They have parking in front, or in a lot down the street, or street parking. read more

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Came here for a happy hour on a Monday night. It wasn't super busy but had a good number of customers already there. Tons of outdoor space and dog friendly. Good for groups. Beers are $3 for happy hour and you get a few dollars off their food menu. Everything is relatively affordable. Nota bene: They have a hard 5:00 p.m. cut off for happy hour so if they enter an order in at 5:01, you will get charged full price. read more

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We havnt been to our favorite craft brewery in a while so we decided to visit Kunstlers over the weekend. The Brewery has evolved over the years and offers many locations to enjoy food and beverages but, we are always drawn to the front porch seating when weather permits. I love the rustic decor in the main taproom area and the beautiful garden space that offers a kid friendly area and a pergola to provide shade to patrons as well. The food is delicious and beautiful in its presentation and today was no different as we ordered the jumbo Bavarian Pretzel and the Currywurst. The Currywurst is perfectly crisp French fries topped with aioli sauce, curry Ketchup and a sliced brat. It had a beautiful presentation and was just as delicious as it was appealing to the eye. Just the perfect amount of flavor and seasoning to complement the crispy fries. I'm not a big beer person but when I visit Kunstler, I always find a good Stout to try because I prefer the rich, dark beer. For those who prefer other drinks, they have a pretty good wine list for a brewery. The service is always good with multiple servers checking in on our table. This neighborhood brewery located on the edge of Southtown is a great choice for a meal or a quick stop. read more

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This place popped up on my search for food near me and I am so glad it did! My husband loves German food and I love the beer! This place is not hard to find, but it is an unexpected location, so you may think you missed it, but it's there where all the cars are parked. The place is so clean and neat looking. They have outdoor seating, bar seating and tables inside. The atmosphere is laid back, sports on the tv above the bar and the service is impeccable! I had the Maxamillion Dunkle beer and it was so good, best I've had! My husband had a wheat beer and loved it. I ordered French fries and the pickled vegetables. Amazing pickled celery, carrots, parsnips and pear. Our food was top notch. Couldn't give a higher recommendation! If you want bar food, it's great but you can have a meal too. Our servings were large. Go, you won't regret it! read more

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Shawn and everyone that Saturday were so nice and welcoming. She gave us great recommendations. Pretzel with the cheese was very good. We had a flight each. We enjoyed the vibe and the beer. read more

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Well thank you OFFLINE app! We looked up places near us and BINGO. First who would have thought a Brewery would have a vegetarian option for Cindi... not only a vegetarian option but OMG good! Food - great. Try to figure out what picture is the vegetarian meal! Drinks - great Service - good, I only say this because the first server said we would have to spend $60 to honor the OFFLINE app offer. Second server come over later on and I asked, and she said no... that they honor the discount. Training opportunity. My wife says I'm 5 stars but come with mistakes! Ambiance - tucked away on a side street, you literally have to google or another app it to run across this gem. Well, so go I will be reaching out to the Manager - Danny to set up a Thirsty Thursdays event at this location. Toller Ort und danke read more

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This place was great! I wish I could give 4.5 stars (just because for a slow time and sitting at the bar, service was rather oblivious and very slow.) But the food saved it from that, so 5 stars it is. We enjoyed the Belgian Van De Walle & Schrute Farms, hazy Night Witch. MacDaddy Burger and Cauliflower sandwich were both great but the absolute standouts were the braised pork and sauerkraut and the Bavarian potato salad- DO NOT MISS THESE! We will definitely be back, especially if we have plenty of time to kill, and want som fantastic beer and German food. read more

I am no beer connoisseur, but I think if you enjoy German-style or more traditional styles of beers, this is a good place for you. They have a great selection of options on tap, so even if you are into IPAs, they have more contemporary options too. Food was solid too. Selection is limited but I think that gives the kitchen a chance to get really good at what they do. Note that their fries were hot, crispy, salty when they came out and didn't need much more than that. Again, German-inspired fare. Also, get in during happy hour! Half-price beer across the board and they have some great snack options at good prices too. I enjoyed two flights and two full beers along with fries, side salad, two K-sliders, and two cookies for under $65, and that includes a $20 tip. That is insane for downtown SAT! This place offers both indoor and outdoor seating. It has a rustic appeal but is clean. And service was great, friendly, and offered up suggestions for what to drink. read more

Kunstler Brewing still has some great beer. Good vibes and decent fries. If there is one thing about our fourth visit in two years that I would comment on is there is a noticeable decline in the quality of their German food. Which, prior, could have stood next to the best places in Fredericksburg. The pork schnitzel is now about as plain as it can get and their house made demiglace is a waste of time. The spaetzle mac and cheese was not only dry but it was a very small portion lacking the bacon and chives we asked for, per the menu "add on". Service was brewery-level good. All in all. A 100 dollar experience that was just meh. read more

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I have been here three times and every occasion has been wonderful. Exquisite beers coupled with thoughtful, healthy, creative meals make for a delightful experience every time. The waitstaff are fun & attentive and the ambiance is chill & relaxing. read more

Absolutely delicious food, cool ambiance, and friendly staff - I will be back!! The pretzel was perfectly cooked and served with a few delicious pickled veggies, spicy brown mustard (that could clear your sinuses), and the most delicious beer cheese that I've ever tasted. Honestly, I always skip the cheese and ask for yellow mustard, but glad I didn't, or I would have really missed out! Even though they serve up mostly German fare, they were serving Pozole Verde as the soup of the day. I've been craving Pozole Verde for awhile now, so gave it a shot, and so glad I did - it hit the spot! The Sauerkraut & Bacon had a wonderful flavor (especially the broth), and the bacon just melted in my mouth. And finally, the Curried Cauliflower - wow! Each bite was delicious, but squeezing a bit of lime on top completely elevated the flavors to another level. My friend and I left stuffed and super satisfied! I can't wait to come back and try more of their tasty food! read more

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Kuntsler is one of my husbands favorite place for a nice night out or an evening with friends. The brews are top tier! I don't even like beer but they can give you the best suggestions and persuade you otherwise. The food is a step above your average brewery. It's a very well planned menu and everything is exquisite. They can get quite busy, so call ahead, and be patient when looking for street parking. read more

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This was a great evening. We visited for the first time tonight and totally enjoyed it. The beer was great! We really enjoyed the scichuan spiced beer- it was awesome. Also really great food! Give it a try. read more

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During my visit on a weekday evening, this craft brewery pub was buzzing with customers in the front patio, in the main bar area, and in the game room. Vegan Schnitzel was made from four large cauliflower cutlets. I finished three, then the fourth for leftovers. I enjoyed three different beers: Hawaiian Fog Hazy IPA, Narcolepsy Coffee Kolsh, and The Northman IPA. If only I had room for dessert, I would love to try their Bier Choco Pudding. Service was friendly and attentive. read more

Künstler Brewing - Vegan Schnitzel - Brewpubs Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Each time I've been to this venue, it's been a lot of fun. This may have a lot to do with the company, but the nice and chill ambiance, great beer selection, and delicious bites helps! The patio is nice and spacious on cool evenings, but there is plenty of space inside. Apparently there is a patio space on the back that I hadn't even realized. I'm a sucker for these fries. They are perfect every time. The pretzel is equally delicious. Soft, chewy, and buttery. What more can you ask for?? It's been a minute since we've popped in, I think we are going have to make a stop in soon! read more

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This brewery made us consider coming to San Antonio more ofen. The vibe was amazing with the train coming by and the playground for our daughter, perfection. Our server Ryan knew his stuff. Much appreciated. Food was great. Can't wait to come back. Oh, music was great as well. read more

Oh man this is hard. I am a Kunstler die hard. Been going here for nearly a year since I moved to TX. In that year it has been a steady 5 out of 5. Food, beer, ambiance, service. Perfect. No if's and's or butt's. But gents. That sadly has changed. The beer is the same. And the beer is still great. Hence the 2 out of 5. But they recently changed the head chef at Kunstler and now have a new chef and menu. That menu. Is pretty fucking miserable. Not only is the food a sad comparison to the actual German this location offered with the last menu and selections. It's not even German besides the "bratwurst" and "pretzel." And oh. It does NOT taste the same. Nothing does. The pretzel looks and taste like a frozen pretzel I would get at a bowling alley. All the options are sad. A bologna sandwich? lol what the hell. I don't even eat here anymore. I just drink and leave. Go to New Braunfels for real German food. Sorry San Antonio. Everything comes to an end. read more

Always a great place to grab a drink and have either a meal or a light snack. The service is great and attentive and there's plenty of difference dining areas and patios seating. Love coming here. read more

Künstler Brewing - K Charcuterie Cheese Board - Brewpubs Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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We've dined here before but wanted to try their updated salad. I really enjoyed the house salad, which had a tangy flavor reminiscent of German potato salad, and the addition of cooked potatoes in the mix was a nice surprise. I've never had that combination before, but it worked well. The spatzle was fresh, though the flavor was a bit underwhelming and greasy. I would have preferred a creamier dressing, as it was quite oily. My husband ordered a large salad, but it didn't quite hit the mark in terms of flavor. On the bright side, the beer is always great! We'd visit more often, but the seating is uncomfortable--perhaps intentionally so to keep tables turning! read more

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I swore I wrote a review already for Künstler Brewery, welp I guess not, but here it goes! Many many visits stretching over years of living here around Southtown/Lone Star District. We come here with family, friends, and colleagues. Now that we have a baby, it is our go-to spot because we know they have a solid changing table situation. haha how the times have changed from babysitting with a growler in tow to just coming here for hours at a time to catch a game in their back brewing room aka "sports halle" as a couple of fans. We have always been a fan of their brews, especially the Fog beers, the classic Dortschlager on a slow pour (to note can't get that one in growler), and actually their Rosé on the menu. As far as food, you can guarantee it's going to be fresh, well cut, and well presented dishes. Not brewery dive food, but really a well thought out chef's menu. The Reuben and Schnitzel here is second to none! Must try! Also if you are just sharing with a table. The Pretzel and Cheese Board are solid choices! I love their beer seasonality, brewing floral-like creativity, and an inviting approach to the whole operation here. Truly a San Antonio gem with top notch service, quality, and friendly atmosphere that charms over and over again! Künstler read more

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What a fun evening here overall! Alas, there was definitely lost potential. Reasons this place is a winner? Readers will want to come for the ambiance, scrumptious German fare, and crafty drinks (pun intended). Sadly, in glaring contrast was the paltry service we received, as well as some higher than expected prices without the food quality to match. Not a big drinker when it comes to alcohol, but the sips sampled were good. The drink connoisseurs with me, though, did give me their approval and recommendations! They seem to have rotating drinks and specials on tap, as well as wine options. Food was well prepared and ranged from average to excellent. Minor complaints only as far as taste, but some pricing was a little on the expensive side, especially for a gastropub setting, meant to be casual dining. We had the Spaetzle Macaroni and Cheese, not as cheesy as it could be but the spaetzle was tasty. Relatively easy dish done competently! Shrimp Roll on a pretzel bun was fine. Maybe $10 fine, not $18. Pretzel roll was a tad dry, shrimps seemed likewise dry even though they were dipped in a mayonnaise sauce. It came with toasty fries that weren't soggy and had a crisp texture, so that was nice. In contrast, the Schnitzel was impressive, glad the aptly named Künstler knows how to do German cuisine! Lightly breaded, the pork meat was succulent and tender, infused with the orange and their special sauce. Last but not least, The Big Haus from their specials board. Definitely big. But ultimately, really it was a huge pot of cabbage, potatoes, and sauerkraut, with some pork cheek pieces and the 3 large bratwurst. With a large bread roll on the side, nicely toasted. Readers want to know, was it good? The vegetables were roasted in some tasty seasoning and sauces, and the pork cheek pieces, although buried in there, were flavorful. Bottom line, yes, good. But not almost $40 good. Probably would have preferred getting the single bratwurst, on the regular menu, because those were the highlights. Ambiance. One of the few places I can say without much hesitation that outside dining is actually better than inside. The inside was pretty dark, relatively small with open kitchen and a small area displaying Künstler merchandise. Nice to see they try to be involved in the community. There were some brochures out for other local breweries, plus the city's Fiesta celebration medals. Outside includes the large patio as well as the beer garden complete with a playground to distract the children and a stage for live performances! This brings us to the largest disappointment. We walked in and out took almost five minutes before anyone even came to greet us, despite not being extremely busy on a weekday night. Patrons were mostly outside, where you can actually order online through their application. Eventually, we were told we could seat ourselves if we wanted to dine on the patio and that someone would come out shortly with menus. Ten minutes later, had to go in and get menus ourselves. Another five minutes later, someone came out to see whether we had been assisted. Waitress was friendly, took our orders. Drinks came out in a reasonable amount of time. For the food, we had to wait another twenty five minutes for some, almost forty for the rest. My description for the service provided here: cordial, but only the minimum required. Are we return patrons? Although it would be a pity to lose such a great hang out ambiance, as tasty and welcoming gastropub locales are not easy to find, one must consider their expectations. An exemplary dining experience with superior food and drinks, as well as ambiance and service, in a timely manner? Probably not. A return visit would probably require expecting a mostly selfserve dining experience, perfectly fine for some. To each their own. Now, Prost! read more

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