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We stopped by Lake Anne Brew House after our first trip to the Lake Reston Farmer's Market (love this whole area--super charming!). Nothing caps off a market morning like a fresh, craft beer, right? The cozy bar area was the perfect spot to meet up with a friend. I made a beeline for the North Shore IPA, a citrusy, hazy gem that tasted like the best way to start any day. A true breakfast beer! After that, I tried the porter on tap, which was rich and smooth. I'm definitely coming back for the Reston Red--sadly, they were out this time! The beertender was awesome, helping me choose my next drink and making us feel right at home. There's something about this place that turns everyone into instant friends.
Look, anyone can make a great hazy or a hopped up IPA. All those add-ins and crazy concoctions (which I enjoy, don't get me wrong) cover up any impurities in the beer. It takes a great brewer to make a traditional style shine and the brewer at Lake Anne is a master craftsman (in my humble, uneducated except on taste buds and absolute zero credentials to make such an assertion opinion). Though I don't love all the styles they brew... *cough* barleywine *cough*...I do enjoy most of them. The lagers are clear and malty. Their ales strike a good hoppy balance and when you order a Pilsner, it tastes like a Pilsner. AND. I. LOVE. a good pilsner!!! Seriously... breweries, make me more Pilsners and Bocks and Helles! All I can say, is you get what you order and it will taste great, and I 100% stand behind that. TIP: Not a whole lot of food, but the pretzels are da bomb :) (Don't come hungry)
A hidden gem of Reston, Lake Anne Brew House is a great spot for a casual gathering with friends or colleagues. The selection of beers is fairly wide for a local brew house (I highly recommend the Wanderlust). There's also snack food such as pretzels, pretzel dogs and different snack boxes. The pretzels are known as the "Nordic-Knot" and are a great paring with the beer options. I have not had the pretzel dog as they only have a few per shift and sell out very quickly but I look forward to trying one during my next visit! They also serve kombucha for those who may not enjoy beer. The Brew House has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and a fantastic view of Lake Anne. The outdoor seating area is even dog friendly. The staff are very friendly and helpful (especially if you're stuck picking between two drinks). If you're in the area and looking for a fun yet casual place to hang out, Lake Anne Brew House is the place.
This is a great place but small but the beer is made on Prem and the service is great. Small is a good change from the massive chain restaurants where the noise is loud. You have to order your own beer as there is no table service but that's ok. If it's nice weather you can sit outside and enjoy the view of Lake Anne. I always order the IPA which is outstanding. Paul the bartender is great to talk to. Highly recommend
Possibly one of the most exciting upgrades to Lake Anne in the past few years. LABH is woman owned and totally awesome. They have great beers, many of which have names that call out super local flavor (think: Live Work Play IPA). Let's just say Bob Simon would have been a fan of this place. In addition to beer, they have many thoughtful non alcoholic options, including a rotating kombucha tap and kombucha bottles, and cans of Athletic beer. As far as food goes, they have Nordic knots (read: addictive, if pricey, pretzels), and charcuterie from The Fermented Pig. The atmosphere can't be beat--they are right on the lake! There is also a ramp going up to LABH, so it's accessible to patrons in wheelchairs and also with strollers. For COVID, they have extensive outdoor seating and staff wear masks. They even have a sign in the bathroom showing choruses you can sing in head to wash your hands the appropriate amount of time. (I picked "Lose Yourself," but next time I'll probably go with "Jolene.")
If I lived near this brewery, I'd be here all the time. This place is tucked into the first floor of a pretty nondescript multiuse community. Businesses on the bottom and two stories of apartments above. There is some indoor seating though it seemed like a lot more seating available outside. I sat by myself and enjoyed a new town funk and blister in the sun-both German style beers with good flavors. The pretzel was perfection-first off, it was massive and also lightly salted dark on the outside, chewy inside. Depending on your hunger level you could probably split one between two people. Bottom Line: Great calm brewery, easy to sit back and relax outside with a cold one!
Good rotating beer selections, snacks and Lake-side ambience. Shaded outdoor deck. Very friendly service and fair prices
The service was super friendly and pretty funny! Staff appeared to enjoy their job, which is pretty awesome! Since it was our first time to the brewery, we decided to get a flight to try out all of he beers. I was surprised to see Kombucha, and the option to mix Kombucha with a bet to make a shandy! Yes, please!! The blueberry Kombucha (on tap) shandy with wheat beer made the perfect combo! Honestly it was my favorite beer there! The beer was good - there were only a few that I would say needed refining and tweaking. Pretty good in comparison to the bigger brewery competitors around! The space was small, but they did have an outdoor patio space, which was kid friendly. This is a nice local spot to come to on a week night, or on a brewery tour. I'm not necessarily raving about heir beers, but they are a decent competitor for the area.
Neat spot. The beers are good and they have some authentic brewery food such as pretzels, charcuterie boards, chips, etc. The only downside is that if you're not familiar with the area, it might be hard to find. Great little spot though!
I have had poor luck with restaurants/eateries in the Lake Anne Plaza. I am glad to have found the Brew House. The outdoor patio provides the perfect atmosphere to soak in the sun and enjoy the lakefront. While basking in this, one can enjoy light snacks like the pretzel I ordered. It was average but did the job for hanging out with friends and grabbing a drink. The beer on tap can change but it offers a wide variety for such a small list. My favorite drink might have been the collaboration beer that went to help the local community. If you are looking for a chill night on the lake front, look no further than the Lake Anne Brew House!
Cool little micro brewery that is part of the Lake Anne development. If you live there this is probably a great "local bar" atmosphere option. Being relatively small they only have a few beers on tap. I thought there best was the Browns Chapel Brown Ale. Not many breweries are doing brown ales these days and those they do tend to make them too sweet. This one was very toasty and balanced. The parking situation is complicated. Check out these directions online before you go http://lakeannebrewhouse.com/visit/
4 months ago
Exceeded expectations. I've been wanting to go here for years and finally had a chance. We sat inside. The service was friendly. The beer was great. We will be back. Can wait until the deck is opened up. read more
11 months ago
Small local bar with a reasonable selection of beers and ciders. Very friendly staff and patrons. There isn't a ton of indoor seating, but the patio was a great place to sip and relax. read more
2 years ago
We stopped by Lake Anne Brew House after our first trip to the Lake Reston Farmer's Market (love this whole area--super charming!). Nothing caps off a market morning like a fresh, craft beer, right? The cozy bar area was the perfect spot to meet up with a friend. I made a beeline for the North Shore IPA, a citrusy, hazy gem that tasted like the best way to start any day. A true breakfast beer! After that, I tried the porter on tap, which was rich and smooth. I'm definitely coming back for the Reston Red--sadly, they were out this time! The beertender was awesome, helping me choose my next drink and making us feel right at home. There's something about this place that turns everyone into instant friends. read more
Look, anyone can make a great hazy or a hopped up IPA. All those add-ins and crazy concoctions (which I enjoy, don't get me wrong) cover up any impurities in the beer. It takes a great brewer to make a traditional style shine and the brewer at Lake Anne is a master craftsman (in my humble, uneducated except on taste buds and absolute zero credentials to make such an assertion opinion). Though I don't love all the styles they brew... *cough* barleywine *cough*...I do enjoy most of them. The lagers are clear and malty. Their ales strike a good hoppy balance and when you order a Pilsner, it tastes like a Pilsner. AND. I. LOVE. a good pilsner!!! Seriously... breweries, make me more Pilsners and Bocks and Helles! All I can say, is you get what you order and it will taste great, and I 100% stand behind that. TIP: Not a whole lot of food, but the pretzels are da bomb :) (Don't come hungry) read more
A hidden gem of Reston, Lake Anne Brew House is a great spot for a casual gathering with friends or colleagues. The selection of beers is fairly wide for a local brew house (I highly recommend the Wanderlust). There's also snack food such as pretzels, pretzel dogs and different snack boxes. The pretzels are known as the "Nordic-Knot" and are a great paring with the beer options. I have not had the pretzel dog as they only have a few per shift and sell out very quickly but I look forward to trying one during my next visit! They also serve kombucha for those who may not enjoy beer. The Brew House has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and a fantastic view of Lake Anne. The outdoor seating area is even dog friendly. The staff are very friendly and helpful (especially if you're stuck picking between two drinks). If you're in the area and looking for a fun yet casual place to hang out, Lake Anne Brew House is the place. read more
This is a great place but small but the beer is made on Prem and the service is great. Small is a good change from the massive chain restaurants where the noise is loud. You have to order your own beer as there is no table service but that's ok. If it's nice weather you can sit outside and enjoy the view of Lake Anne. I always order the IPA which is outstanding. Paul the bartender is great to talk to. Highly recommend read more
2 years ago
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6 years ago
Possibly one of the most exciting upgrades to Lake Anne in the past few years. LABH is woman owned and totally awesome. They have great beers, many of which have names that call out super local flavor (think: Live Work Play IPA). Let's just say Bob Simon would have been a fan of this place. In addition to beer, they have many thoughtful non alcoholic options, including a rotating kombucha tap and kombucha bottles, and cans of Athletic beer. As far as food goes, they have Nordic knots (read: addictive, if pricey, pretzels), and charcuterie from The Fermented Pig. The atmosphere can't be beat--they are right on the lake! There is also a ramp going up to LABH, so it's accessible to patrons in wheelchairs and also with strollers. For COVID, they have extensive outdoor seating and staff wear masks. They even have a sign in the bathroom showing choruses you can sing in head to wash your hands the appropriate amount of time. (I picked "Lose Yourself," but next time I'll probably go with "Jolene.") read more
2 years ago
If I lived near this brewery, I'd be here all the time. This place is tucked into the first floor of a pretty nondescript multiuse community. Businesses on the bottom and two stories of apartments above. There is some indoor seating though it seemed like a lot more seating available outside. I sat by myself and enjoyed a new town funk and blister in the sun-both German style beers with good flavors. The pretzel was perfection-first off, it was massive and also lightly salted dark on the outside, chewy inside. Depending on your hunger level you could probably split one between two people. Bottom Line: Great calm brewery, easy to sit back and relax outside with a cold one! read more
3 years ago
Good rotating beer selections, snacks and Lake-side ambience. Shaded outdoor deck. Very friendly service and fair prices read more
2 years ago
The service was super friendly and pretty funny! Staff appeared to enjoy their job, which is pretty awesome! Since it was our first time to the brewery, we decided to get a flight to try out all of he beers. I was surprised to see Kombucha, and the option to mix Kombucha with a bet to make a shandy! Yes, please!! The blueberry Kombucha (on tap) shandy with wheat beer made the perfect combo! Honestly it was my favorite beer there! The beer was good - there were only a few that I would say needed refining and tweaking. Pretty good in comparison to the bigger brewery competitors around! The space was small, but they did have an outdoor patio space, which was kid friendly. This is a nice local spot to come to on a week night, or on a brewery tour. I'm not necessarily raving about heir beers, but they are a decent competitor for the area. read more
6 years ago
Neat spot. The beers are good and they have some authentic brewery food such as pretzels, charcuterie boards, chips, etc. The only downside is that if you're not familiar with the area, it might be hard to find. Great little spot though! read more
I have had poor luck with restaurants/eateries in the Lake Anne Plaza. I am glad to have found the Brew House. The outdoor patio provides the perfect atmosphere to soak in the sun and enjoy the lakefront. While basking in this, one can enjoy light snacks like the pretzel I ordered. It was average but did the job for hanging out with friends and grabbing a drink. The beer on tap can change but it offers a wide variety for such a small list. My favorite drink might have been the collaboration beer that went to help the local community. If you are looking for a chill night on the lake front, look no further than the Lake Anne Brew House! read more
Cool little micro brewery that is part of the Lake Anne development. If you live there this is probably a great "local bar" atmosphere option. Being relatively small they only have a few beers on tap. I thought there best was the Browns Chapel Brown Ale. Not many breweries are doing brown ales these days and those they do tend to make them too sweet. This one was very toasty and balanced. The parking situation is complicated. Check out these directions online before you go http://lakeannebrewhouse.com/visit/ read more
3 years ago
This place is a hidden gem! I had no idea the Lake Anne community existed. It's so cool...restaurants, shops, and Lake Anne Brew House! I tried a flight of Heron House Hefeweizen, Silver Line Saison, Reston Red, and Mango Summer Strong Ale. They were all great! Very creative and very good taste. You can tell this brewery takes a lot of pride in what they do. A hint for Apple Map users...don't follow the map directions. It will out you in the middle of a neighborhood. Turn into the main shopping/restaurant area and walk toward the lake. The Brew House is on your left. This is a great place. I'll definitely be back! read more
I finally had a chance to try out the Lake Anne Brew House last week. It's close to my office - so I came over one Thursday afternoon after work to try out their brews. I ordered a full flight - 8 brews in all: Lake Anne Skinny Dip (Kolsch) (5.2% ABV) Reston Red (Amber Ale) (5.2% ABV) Live-Work-Play IPA (6.6% ABV) Lord Fairfax English Pale Ale (5.5% ABV) Brown's Chapel Brown Ale (4.1% ABV) Simons Stout (4.6% ABV) Dark & Stormy Shandy Baron Cameron Blueberry Shandy (5.2% ABV) I'm not a fan of Kolsch in general, but this one was pretty good. I could drink a pint on a hot summer day! The star brew out of all of them was the Live-Work-Play IPA - it is an excellent IPA - nice balance of floral and citrus, with a bit of hoppiness and a delicious, crisp, bitter finish! Simons Stout was also enjoyable. Not really a fan of other brews, but I do always enjoy the experience of trying new brews - even if I won't be drinking a pint of it! The place filled rapidly on a Thursday afternoon. As soon as they opened at 4:00 pm, folks were lining up to get in. We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed the nice weather. My friend attempted to buy a growler of the Live-Work-Play IPA to take home - but was told they keep running out of beer before the weekend is over - so for now, they are suspending filling Growlers. The staff was very friendly and nice. Nice little Nano-brewery! read more
10 years ago
Lake Anne is small even by micro-brewery standards. It's also unusual in that the tasting room is in a mixed-use residential area, in a row of buildings near a pier on the shore of Lake Anne. Keep in mind that 11424 Washington Plaza is NOT their physical address; it's actually the next property over! Because of space limitations, they only have a 2-barrel system. This keeps production down to only 5 or so beers on tap, 4 of which are flagship. None are overly experimental, although that's not a bad thing. They must get a lot of locals who are looking for a few beers and a view of the lake. What I tried: Simon's Stout: Very much like a fresh Guinness; my favorite of the lineup Brown Ale: Little sweet, but not in a bad way Live-Work-Play IPA: Actually not very hoppy at all, especially by IPA standards Reston Red: I almost got this confused with their IPA, because of it's hoppyness. I'd drink it but wasn't my favorite. I probably came at a bad time since they'd been out of the Kolsch and another beer for over a week; since they have such low production it takes a while to replenish the fast-sellers. Oh well, an excuse to come again! read more
After the grand opening where you had to wait in line like 30 minutes to get a beer, things have thankfully calmed down here. The beer is good, but the setting is what makes this place as you can look out on the lake from the patio. If you've never been to this hidden area, you will really love it the first time. The indoor section itself is smaller than a 1 bedroom apartment, but the patio is the reason to go to a place like this. I'm pretty sure this was started by at least 1 person from the local home brewer club, which means it is people who like beer not people looking for a tax break or to jump on the trend of opening a brewery. Worth supporting. While the lake is neat and a welcoming change from your traditional office park brewery, the location is also a detriment. People don't often come to this area. I lived in the area forever and only recently discovered Lake Anne. Not much going on here except for the retirement community. Typically something has to happen to bump one of the million breweries up from 3 stars. In this case it is the atmosphere & the setting. You definitely want to check it out at least once. read more
An awesome brewery right at the heart of Lake Anne and Old Reston. It's quaint, bright, full of beer (what can be better) and is the complete opposite of Reston town center's hustle. I went with a big group and the outside seating was pretty packed on a beautiful day. We had seating indoors but it is on the smaller side so big groups might want to call ahead. They brew right in reston have some delicious beer selection. I really enjoyed their Oktoberfest beer and the Lord Fairfax pale ale. Their pretzels also pair perfectly with beer! A big shout out to the friendly staff and especially Jenny for taking care of us so well. This is definitely a favorite of mine and it's nice to sit back and relax at such a peaceful area with great beer. Would highly recommend checking this place out. read more
I thought Lake Anne Brew House was delightful. First off, the location is relaxing and very pleasant. The community off of Lake Anne has a rich history with a lot of architectural and urban planning significance. That brunch said, the live/work/play vibe of the multi use development is still felt after so many years. Lake Anne Brew House defintely adds to the atmosphere. I went for a happy hour with colleagues from work and we all enjoyed our experience. They have$1 of all beers on Thursdays so our group partook. I had a kombucha shandy which was something I had never tried before and really enjoyed. I also had the Lord Fairfax English Pale Ale, yum. We all also snacked on soft pretzels and Moon cheese. The atmosphere is relaxed and the seating is very comfortable. The patio and interior are small so o can imagine it would get crowded quickly on a nice day. The beer is great, the location cute, the staff friendly, and the bathrooms clean. What else can you ask for? Can't wait to go back! read more
I took a break on a summer afternoon to try this local craft brewery. The brewery is located in the shopping area on Lake Anne. It appears to be a small brewery; not much of the brewery equipment was visible. They offered a reasonable selection; I particularly enjoyed their Hefeweizen, saison, and red ales. The outdoor deck overlooking the lake was delightful. It offers a nice view of the lake and shopping area. There was some activity on the lake involving canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats and plenty of shoppers and walkers on the sidewalk in front of the deck. They have a selection of some non-alcoholic beverages for the non-beer drinkers. The food selection is pretty much limited to snacks such as nuts and crackers. The location was a bit hard to find for those not familiar with Reston and the Lake Anne shopping area. read more
6 years ago
Great nano brewery with a fine selection of beers from IPA to stout. A smallish space that works well as it spills out onto the porch. We were there on a Friday night; it was popular but not too crowded. Profiteers with a sense of humor (see bathroom walls), and the pretzels we had heard about were spot on. That's the extent of their food menu but it was perfect for this establishment. Great place for socializing with a beer, especially as a precursor to the restaurants in the same area. As a matter of fact, those restaurants should pay the brewery for bringing people into the area. There will be a return visit to this place when we are next in the area. read more
4 years ago
10 years ago
Hidden gem tucked away in the Lake Anne Plaza (which is a hidden gem of Reston itself!). Lake Anne Brew House is an awesome spot for when the weather is nice.This place is perfect for sitting out on the patio, admiring the beautiful lake view & people watching! It's a very small little place, clean, reasonably priced, and most importantly, beer is good. Management and staff were super friendly and accommodating. It was a nice summer afternoon and the patio was full of people enjoying the nice weather. The Brew House stayed open an hour or so past closing time which I thought was pretty cool of them - I mean, which also made perfect sense business-wise. But regardless... super cool chill place - we will be returning! read more
We were in the area and decided to try Lake Anne Brew House on a whim. It's a relatively new microbrewery in the area. We got a little confused on the address; we soon learned the address on google only brings you to the back of the building which isn't number. But we found the company car and figured we weren't too far away. The brewery is located within the Lake Anne community which is built around the lake. It's a small brewery but they were able to fit a fair amount of seating, including an outdoor patio area. Inside, we were greeted friendly staff who explained their beer and their story. We both decided to do a full tasting. They had five beers currently on tap when we visited. We tried the Concrete Blonde American Ale, Lord Fairfax English Pale Ale, Brown's Chapel Brown Ale, Live-Work-Play IPA, and a Stout. I was pleasantly surprised by the beers Lake Anne offered. My favorites were the Brown's Chapel Brown Ale and the Blonde Ale. I thought these beers were smooth and easy to drink. The staff was friendly and engaged us in conversation. They were busy and stayed busy the day we came. They also do growler fills and have merchandise and snacks for sale. Definitely a hidden gem in the neighborhood. read more
WOW what a breath of fresh air for Lake Ann. The location is fantastic, the interior is clean and inviting as well as the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The beer is exactly what you want in a microbrew. I will be frequenting this spot for years to come. Currently my favorite was the Brown's Chapel Brown Ale. I wanted to give the IPA a shot, as IPAs are my go to for beer. Sadly however this place brews and once it's gone, it's gone. Best time to come by would be Saturday during the day, that way you have a chance to try all the beers. As far as food is concerned, it's supplied by the local restaurants. IE. you order and someone sends a running to pick up the food. Doesn't take as long as you'd imagine. They carry some things on hand. We had a pretzel, it was good for what it was. But, i'm not coming here for the food, i'm here for the beer. read more
8 years ago
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Are dogs allowed in the outdoor area?
Dogs are not allowed in the outdoor area (or anywhere else in the brewery)
Hi folks, does the brewhouse take reservations? As far as food: Is the menu purely taproom style snacks? Thx!
Not quite sure about reservations but from what I recall when I went there, they had pretty much taproom style snacks. I would have to visit them again to confirm, but they did have a giant pretzel that everyone seemed to get and is very popular.…
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