Motown Mondays at LowBrau have become one of those rare Monday traditions that actually make me look forward to Monday. The music is great, the mood is loose, and there's enough Motown in the air to make sitting still seem like a character defect. But the main reason I'm there every Monday is Lyndsay behind the bar. She is kind, thoughtful, caring, and remarkably attentive without ever making it seem like work. What I like most about Lyndsay is that she clearly gets genuine pleasure from helping other people have a good time. You can see it in the way she talks with people, remembers things, notices what someone needs, and seems genuinely happy when the people around her are happy. Plenty of people can pour a drink. Lyndsay makes you feel like you've come somewhere you belong. Motown gets me through the door. Lyndsay is why I'm there every Monday. read more

LowBrau - Lyndsay is why we're here each Motown Monday - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

Parking: a bit challenging due to popular area of town, street parking Ambience: modern hip industrial, casual Restroom: shared with Lou's sushi (same owner) I recommend to come here for drinks: plenty of IPA selection. Wine is decent. They have several semi private booths inside, near restrooms. During warm weather, it is nice to be seated in outdoor patio for people watching. Price: your bill has automatic tips already! DJ: at night: pretty loud I came during daytime and at night on Saturdays. My observation is that daytime has more crowds and although there's DJ at night: not many people dancing (?) read more

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My husband and I were in the mood for Duck Fat Fries, so we waited around for LowBrau to open while at the Midtown Farmers Market on Saturday. They opened at 10am and were definitely not ready for business once those doors opened - when customers started walking in, there were no staff present at all. We also couldn't find a menu anywhere - about 5 minutes later, we saw one of the employees folding some up. We ordered regular Duck Fat Fries and Dirty Duck Fries to share - the fries on both items tasted old, stale and not how we remembered. I also hated the heavy beer flavor of the cheese sauce on the Dirty Duck Fries - these fries used to be amazing! They were the reason we always came back. Overall, my husband and I used to love coming to LowBrau - we even came with a bunch of people the day after we got married almost 12 years ago. I don't know if this was just an off day, but it was not like we remembered - even the vibes felt off. I don't see us coming back for a while unfortunately. read more

LowBrau - Regular Duck Fat Fries and Dirty Duck Fries - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

At night, LowBrau is a club that happens to serve food. I didn't particularly enjoy the ambiance but the food was decent. You order drinks at the bar, though the food will be brought to you. The fried chicken sandwich is decent, but the Caesar salad had far too much dressing. read more

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Stopped by LowBrau on a Monday night and it ended up being a whole vibe. Got there around 9, looked like there might be a cover because of the line but we didn't pay anything. They scan IDs, check bags and do pat downs which made it feel pretty secure. Inside there's a bar straight ahead with tables on both sides. Bartenders were fast and friendly even as it got crowded. I asked for Don Julio Cristalino but they didn't have it. We also got a peach drink, can't remember the name but it was more sweet than anything and didn't really taste like alcohol. As the night went on it got packed and definitely felt more like a club. Music, lights, people dancing, it was a vibe. The restroom setup could use some improvement, very little privacy and you can see into the stall from outside and vice versa, plus they share the sink so it gets crowded. Also just a heads up there is an automatic 15% gratuity added. Didn't try the food this time but I'd come back and try it. Overall a good time, fast service, good energy, just wish the drinks were a little stronger. I'd definitely recommend it for a night out. read more

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Lowbrau in Midtown Sacramento is straight-up a vibe. Parking can be a bit of a challenge depending on the time of day, but I've never had to park more than a couple of blocks away--totally manageable. The crowd is one of my favorite parts. It's a mix of ages and personalities, which gives the place a really welcoming, energetic feel. Add in a solid beer selection, and it's easy to settle in and stay awhile. We ordered a variety of sausages--Polish, spicy andouille, and bratwurst--and all of them delivered. Super flavorful, perfectly cooked, and exactly what you want with a cold beer. We also tried the LB burger and the spicy chicken sandwich, both of which were excellent and paired really well with the drinks. I'm not usually a big beer person, but even I found something I enjoyed--a light blonde that was crisp and easy to drink. Prices are reasonable for the quality and experience, and overall, it's just a fun place to hang out with friends. The only downside: it gets loud. Definitely not the spot for deep conversations, but perfect if you're there to eat, drink, and enjoy the energy with friends. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Its a great spot for pregaming and bites. Few of our friends were bar hopping and stopped here for a drink. Theres no fee to enter however the hostess checked our ID. LowBrau is modern, with a rustic atmosphere and have a variety of craft beer selection. Place was big and had a lot of seating. I'm not a beer drinker so didn't order beer but wouldn't mind trying next time. Tonight we all order old fashioned & wild turkey whisky shot! Tables were moved as the DJ was getting ready to set up for the night. We didn't stay long enough to e what genre of music was played. Next time for sure. read more

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Service was immaculate! I had asked for a drink that they weren't too familiar with but John and Josh both took the time to mimic the drink as much as they could for me and it was delicious! Super kind and energetic energy, will definitely be returning! read more

LowBrau - Lychee Martini - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

Got dirty fries and pretzel to go. Had to go back for pretzel her forgot it. Then asked if there was beef cheese. Got nacho cheese. Lady behind bar ( bartender) was awesome. Food not so much !! read more

Came here Sunday evening and they were on the quieter side. We placed an order on the counter and seated ourselves. The place is pretty big. We ordered Bavarian pretzel, popcorn chicken and chicken sandwich. Food came out in a timely manner. The sandwich was crispy and juicy. It got a bit messy so be careful =P. Pretzel was soft in the inside. Popcorn chicken was good but nothing special about it. Self serve water station. read more

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I have been enjoying LowBrau on and off again for years now. I stopped in recently and of course there was a lively event such as a pub crawl going on. I feel like LowBrau often has events or festivities happening which is pretty cool. I enjoy the drinks, food and ambiance of this bar in the Lavender District. The servers are attentive and kind. They treat their customers right. If you are looking for a good time, check out LowBrau. read more

LowBrau - Inside - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

LowBrau is a staple for a night out. Depending on when you go you'll get a different experience. Some nights they have house music, electric music, pop music, etc.. Depending on the dj and the night you may get a lot of people dancing or it might feel kinda dead. Their themed dance nights are so fun and I think when they are busier. Motown Monday gets very very packed but the music is made for dancing and the energy is great for meeting new people. I've enjoyed all the drinks I've gotten here but my go tos are their ciders and the bees knees cocktail. The only food I've had here is their fries which are tasty so I'll have to check out the food menu sometime. Definitely come check it out on your next night out or if you wanna sit on the patio during the next nice weather day with your friends. The patio is also dog friendly and the location is so convenient. read more

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Surprisingly I've never left a review for lowbrau despite being there 30+ times for late night weekends, which is always a really fun time & such a social atmosphere, with all the picnic style tables, DJ's and great layout!!! Their sausages are fabulous & flavorful. I love the spicy andouille the best, and with the toppings (caramelized onion, jalapeño, hot chilis). They have this new Hazy IPA beer by Original Pattern called Not velvet but cashmere & it was soooooo good! Recommended by the bartender, we were highly impressed. She was also so sweet & all the workers were great & attentive. Such a dog spot, which we adore :) Really fun to come by and sit outside while the Saturday midtown farmers market is happening, a great place to people watch and hear live music on the street! Love you lowbrau! read more

LowBrau - Polish dog - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

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LowBrau in Midtown Sacramento is a must-visit! The Dirty Duck Fries are incredible hand-cut fries topped with Modelo beer cheese, sautéed onions, and pickled peppers. The sauce is what truly makes this dish unforgettable. The atmosphere is fun, lively, and perfect for grabbing a bite with friends. The employees are friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. I always enjoy going there. read more

The food has been mid for awhile. Since they stopped a rotation of sausages the menu has remained pretty stale. Every once in awhile you can come across the nicer happy hour or brunch special. Lowbrau is for the beers and the atmosphere. read more

LowBrau - New brunch menu - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Lowbrau is a staple for the girls night out. The music is always hitting, drinks are always great, and vibes are always on point. The cocktails are delicious and reasonably priced. The cider is also top notch. I recommended the white linen cocktail or Nitty Smile cider. No matter what, you will enjoy the night at Lowbrau! read more

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Service and food are still excellent! Some good keto options. Salad and sausage. I'm in! read more

LowBrau - Cobb salad with two sausages added. Excellent! - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

I have been here a handful of times...but I had to take a minute to post a review about the completely amazing service we received yesterday. We walked in around 6:15pm - unfortunately happy hour just ended. Our bartender Lynsey was the most welcoming and gave us food and drink menus. She was very efficient in making the drinks as well. Her attention to detail was insane. She noticed we were ordering a chicken sandwich to share so she asked if we wanted it cut in half, then she also offered us Waters before we took our drinks to go find a table to sit down. She just had so many good vibes and made the experience a great one. I ordered the Wifey cocktail which was pure deliciousness and bf ordered a Paloma which he thought was great too. Our hot chicken sandwich was quite tasty, but messy - definitely glad they brought us forks and extra napkins. The duck fat fries were so good and their house made ranch - out of this world. I liked the time we went too and it wasn't too crowded inside. I had been a few times before and have enjoyed drinks on the patio, a friend's birthday dinner, and their nightlife scene. All positive experiences. Bathrooms aren't bad either. Will definitely recommend this place to others and take visiting friends here. Thank you LowBrau! read more

LowBrau - Wifey and Paloma - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I came to LowBrau specifically for the Les Playhouse Tour, excited to enjoy the night and the atmosphere. Unfortunately, my experience at the bar made me feel anything but welcome. I stood at the bar waiting to be served. The bartender looked directly at me twice, yet continued to ignore me while serving three other customers who approached the bar after I did. As a 300-pound Black man, I'm pretty hard to miss and considering we made eye contact, being "overlooked" doesn't really explain the experience. I won't assume or tell anyone what the bartender's intentions were, but I can absolutely speak to the impact. I felt deliberately disregarded, disrespected, and unwelcome. I came prepared to spend my money, support the event, and enjoy myself. I don't expect special treatment, but I do expect the same basic acknowledgment and service given to everyone else. I don't patronize establishments where I'm made to feel like my presence or my money isn't valued. Unfortunately, that was my experience at LowBrau tonight, and I won't be returning. read more

DO NOT GO HERE! I believe I was roofied and followed back to my hotel Monday night! I will be filing a lawsuit against the owners Michael Hargis and Clay Nutting! Horrible place! When I approach the staff after hours the next day they ignored me and didn't come speak to me until a homeless man came near the door. Once I approached the older male employee he told to not speak to him "like that" like he was my father. He then called the police on me because I spoke up. SHUT THEM DOWN!!!!!!!! read more

The ambiance is decent, but check your receipt before you tip. They automatically add a 15% gratuity even for just two drinks. I almost got hit with a double tip because they don't exactly make it obvious. read more

I didnt appreciate the automatic gratuity, i shouldn't be held responsible for paying the employees wage. They deserve a livable wage from their employer. food was good, soda didn't taste good, the place was pretty empty when we got there because most were outside. read more

Low Brau's brunch and happy hour is so underrated! The Standard at Brunch was only $12 for two eggs, a thick housemade sausage, thick toast with maple bacon jam *drools*, and extra crispy hash browns. Sheesh, this was a steal for the portions they were dishing out. The morning cocktails cost more than the meal itself, but definitely worth it for this breakfast. At Happy Hour, the German beers are $5 and the corn dogs with curry ketchup are a must! The fries were overcooked for me because I'm one of those people who like semi-soggy fries. For the quality and price, I really cannot complain. Excellent for any occasion. read more

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The watermelon margarita prepared by Matt was enjoyable, but I don't think it justifies the $12 price tag along with the automatic gratuity. This was my first visit to this venue. The music was quite slow, and while the layout of the outdoor deck creates a nice atmosphere, the restroom design was peculiar and requires some enhancements. It's unacceptable for anyone waiting outside the restroom to have a direct view into the stall, and the same goes for those inside. Where is the privacy? The bar is situated in a great location, but I'm not sure this is the right place for me any day of the week. read more

I can only speak for my nighttime experience as I have not been here during the day. If you are to order any drink, order the White Linen. It is incredibly refreshing. The bar is large and the staff is quick. Cover is pretty inexpensive for the area too. My largest qualm was the floor. It was so incredibly sticky. I expect this usually later in the evening but this was earlier around 10 pm. I'm not sure if the floor is sticky from throughout the day, but definitely an unpleasant feeling read more

Great experience here and sooooo many dogs. We all love dogs in my group so we enjoyed that. If dogs are not for you you can still find a spot away from dogs but they will still very much be there lol. We ordered at the bar, both food and drinks. Then you sit at any table with your number. Our food and drinks were made fairly quickly. Big note: there are signs but we did not see them, there is an automatic 15% gratuity added to the tab, but it still asks for a tip when you pay so we added a normal amount of tip but ended up tipping a decent amount lol but that was on us, we were not there to read it was to have a good time lol Tables are communal and we were told if people are hogging the tables you can have them to move over lol especially after the farmers market they can put all their bags on the table so the bartender literally said to ask people to move their stuff if needed. I ordered a Caesar salad and it was definitely different in a good way. I would 100% order it again. We ordered the duck fat fries...no idea why we got 2 because literally NONE of us finished our food but they were delicious. Had to take a walk after this place lol A breakfast burrito was ordered was good, they took it home with them. Eggs Benedict was good but seems it was overcooked or left under the heat lamps or something. The hashbrowns were a no for her. But overall it was a great experience and we would go back. read more

LowBrau - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

Great vibes, good for groups, and good food. Overall would recommend and will come back. There's plenty of different options for everyone in the group drink and food wise. Came for brunch and there was items that are typical for a pub and some actual brunch items which were great! I thought their chicken and waffles were a little inconsistent, mine came out with a waffle and two pieces of kinda dry chicken but came highly recommended from the person next to us who got huge pieces of juicy chicken. Duck fat fries though- absolutely a must try. Space wise, I loved the big tables, perfect for big groups and they were so long that you don't even really notice your sharing with other groups if you mind that. It was a pretty busy day when I went, Saturday brunch time, and food took a long time, but the staff were constantly checking in and making sure they knew what still needed to come out. Again, they were really busy so understandable and staff did their best. Also they did accidentally overcharge me but were very nice and quickly resolved it for me when I called in. read more

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I came in with a few friends and we order two shooters around 12.30AM. The menu clearly says it $10 for each item we ordered. We were charge $11 each. On their wall, they have a sign saying they would automatically charge 15% to ALL tabs. We understand that (it's late, ppl forget to tip). However, my friends and I noticed the extra dollar charge immediately, it's not the idea that they didn't stick to what they were advertising, it's the fact that the first time we asked them, they "comp" one drink out of two. We went back and order the same thing and clearly say our first bartender trying to tell our second bartender how to approach us when the same mistake was made. He said "yeah so after 9pm, we charge $1 more".... Make it make sense. We're the same customers, ordering the same exact thing... We came in after 9pm, you tried to upcharge us (probably thinking people are too drunk to understand) by this time. We had just started our late night and it wasn't the idea of not being able to afford $1 more but it's the fact that this business thinks, and believes, that it's ethical to charge their customers more based on their intoxication. Music and cleanliness was great but the service is completely dishonest. Management needs a reality check. Not all is us are hammered. read more

LowBrau - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

This place has always been a perfect spot for me, no matter what for! Drink, beer, food, They have it! If you want to know about their service, it is top notch! Like they're so nice and kind! If you want to know about their food, let me tell you it's amazing. Their food is fresh and so yummy! Chris the bartender was more than amazing like he was very professional in everything! Adding to that, the interior design of the place really feels lovely and practical Honestly, you need to try this place! Whether it's for a drink or food, they wouldn't disappoint! read more

Although I'm over my crazy 20 party era I still enjoy this spot! Just not at night! During the day the vibe is low key! The food and drinks are so good. The Bloody Mary- so great. You can get it with tajin rim or salt. Mini corn dogs- fresh out of the oven... so tasty. A good vibe! Good food! read more

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It's such a great space and a great patio - it only the food were better! Tried the chicken & waffles. I was a little surprised that they served it - it was a very dark colored - just shy of burnt. Waffle was overcooked. Tried the breakfast burrito, and all the ingredients inside were basically burnt including the hash-browns and even the sausage. Great spot for drinks, but not for food. read more

Only because of the auto tip charge... I bet most people do not realize at all or not until it's too late and leave additional tip. There is one small sign not visible when ordering at the front bar. And yes, it's clearly stated in the receipt... but not many pay attention to that and the establishment knows that, in my opinion. This is wrong... they know exactly what they are doing. Never again. read more

I am totally in love with Motown Monday. It's the best fun that you will ever have with a mixed crowd. Never no drama just a lot of fun. Make sure you go on Monday nights. read more

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I like Lowbrau and have been going there for years. I recently stopped in for a beer and was surprised to see an "Auto Gratuity" added onto my bill. Making gratuities automatic aka "mandatory" really defeats the purpose and bumps them into the service charge category instead. Don't get me wrong, service charges are fine as long as you notify customers about them in advance. Well, instead of notifying me in advance, LowBrau snuck it on my bill after I ordered The prices at Lowbrau are already high and pulling this really turned me off to the place. Which is too bad, because the food, drinks, atmosphere, and service were all good in the past. Sorry LowBrau, I can't get past your higher prices and the questionable billing practices. I'd rather walk my thirst and my wallet on down the road to a more budget friendly establishment. read more

LowBrau - Auto gratuity? - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

Vibe is on point at LowBrau. Great selection of beer and some yummy spiked kombucha come together with a small but mighty menu full of well crafted and tasty cuisine. The sausages come in a delicious bun, with ample onion and beir cheese if you opt for that. Gotta try the duck fat fries, again with that beir cheese bc dang it's good! One of us didn't want alcohol so got an iced tea, which was a fine non alcoholic option, but there are also mocktails if you ask the bartender. The outdoor patio seating is ample, with some trees to add some shade for some tables. Great spot to hang with friends. read more

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We went for a quick drink after our Sunday bike ride. The beer and seltzer were good, and the service was excellent. In fact, I love this whole area. It was way better when the whole street was closed. However, it's back to a regular street. So, why the "3" star and it's for the simple reason that there's an automatic 15% gratuity. A huge pet-peeve of mine especially if you don't tell your clientele about it. read more

LowBrau - Chill Sunday day drinking. - German Near Me - Sacramento, California

I'm not one to complain ... but the food was sooo salty that the fries were caked in salt. The food use to be really good and not sure why they use so much salt. We left feeling sick and couldn't finish our food. Please Low Brau, if you see this, lay off the salt please. read more

Great! place to hang out drink and have brunch all in one. Definitely coming back first time here read more

the brunch here is amazing! we stopped by during the farmers market and the wait did feel long, but it's one of the busiest times of the week for them. the bar staff run this place like the NAVY! awesome music and clean location. the drinks sounded amazing, would love to visit during the evening. read more

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Stopped by LowBrau after finishing up in the Midtown Market. It opens up at 10AM for brunch on Saturdays (& Sundays). It's seat yourself, which is great with all the picnic tables they have outside, but inside seating was also up for grabs. When you're ready to order all you do is go up to the bar. This was super nice, making the whole interaction low stress, and easy. Goes with the Saturday morning market vibe. The pricing was decent for midtown. Our drinks were under $10 for each canned beer/seltzer, and brunch options were between $12-$15/item. We both got something that was $13/each. I really liked the Benedict, it comes with house-made sausage and biscuit. You could definitely taste the quality. I might even come back just ask for more biscuits! Super soft, light, fluffy, and moist - Doesn't stick to the roof of your mouth!! My boyfriend got the Breakfast Sandwich, which was also good but please be advised they MEAN sriracha aioli. Unlike other places this sriracha aioli has the sriracha kick to it! Staff was very nice and super happy to answer any questions we had. They offered us glasses for our canned beers, sides of condiments for our food, and even went back for salt/pepper. I really appreciated their hospitality. Can't wait to come back again! read more

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