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    Match Point Brewing

    5.0 (43 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    DJ
    Karaoke
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Beer flight
    Alexis B.

    Stopped by during the long weekend and was not disipionted! The vibe is great and dogs are allowed, which is a 10 out of 10 in my book. The brewery is bright and spacious with lots of seating and you can order food from 310 right next door, which is great. I had had Match Point beer at beer events before and decided to try a flight here. Match Point has lots of guest taps but I stuck with Match Point's offerings and had the Hojicha Cream Ale, Mandarin Wheat Ale, Jasmine Rice Lager, and the Vietnamese Coffee Lager. I'm usually an IPA fan but given the heat, these light beers hit the spot. I really enjoyed the Coffee Lager and a Rice Lager is hard to beat. I will be coming back!

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    Kyra K.

    We won the match by discovering Match Point! My family took my Pop out here for Veterans Day. Overall, I was impressed by the drinks, food, and ambiance and would return. We came an hour before closing on a holiday, so the establishment wasn't busy. The brewery is spacious, with a plethora of seating (bar, tables, high chairs). There's fun tennis and sports-like decor plastered, perfect for the namesake. They also offer special nights, such as mahjong on Mondays, and are dog-friendly. The owner was friendly to chat with, happy to answer our questions, and checked in on us, which was appreciated. You order drinks at the bar. They primarily focus on lighter beers but also have cider, wines, etc. I don't drink beer, but as an Asian American, I still appreciate the influence of AAPI drinks (matcha, jasmine tea, Vietnamese coffee, mandarin orange). Creative yet familiar drinks are always something Albany needs! For food, they collaborate with neighbors at 310 Eatery. Since my family chose to eat and drink, the servers from 310 came over to us to take our order and bring our food out. We feasted on Shishito Peppers, Pier Fries, San Gabriel Belly Wrap, and Your Not So Ordinary Beef Noodle Soup. Everything was exceptional and paired well with the drinks--you can't go wrong with Asian food. If you have an appetite, I recommend ordering food with your drink. I enjoyed my experience at Match Point Brewery and the scrumptious food at 310 Eatery. I already know I'll be back to bring my dog and dine properly at 310. I highly recommend this quaint neighborhood gem to Albany and Berkeley locals alike. Since they're on San Pablo Ave., parking is limited to the street and neighborhood.

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    Mai S.

    Came here on Sunday afternoon because beer with dim sum sounds so good. We tried all the sampler beers and liked Vietnamese coffee lager & Hazy IPA. The owner was super friendly and nice, he made sure we have enough water, offer to change tv etc! The restaurant has tennis theme and they also host tennis tournament. The food menu was from its neighbor restaurant 310 eatery and also very friendly and great service. Although they are known for burger, their dim sum was best (even better than popular dim sum restaurants in South Bay!) highly recommend coming here for great beer and food!

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    Crystal G.

    Drinks are good and friendly / quick service. Tennis themed brewery, but you don't have to be into tennis to enjoy! Activities: Mario kart, karaoke, and mahjong Go check this place out! :)

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    Mel S.

    Heard there was a bar with a tennis theme, so we had to stop by. For any lovers of tennis, beer, and / or karaoke, this is the place for you. Staff and Service: - The owner, Simon, is a really nice guy and has great recommendations for drinks depending on what your taste is Drinks: - Vietnamese Coffee Beer: tasty and would order again - Jasmine Rice Lager: unique and tasty - would also order again - 981: my new go-to drink at this bar. It tastes like a carbonated Yakult! And for the Asian Americans out there, you know that's going to be a fire taste. - Soju shots: soju shots are $2. Need I say more? Overall, exited to come back here. They have mahjong nights, and will soon have karaoke and trivia nights, so be on the lookout! They have an Instagram page, so you can stay updated!

    Tiffany S.

    New brewery in the neighborhood! From their brews- the five spice saison is full bodied and has good depth of flavor. For something easy to drink, I recommend the mandarin wheat ale or the jasmine rice lager. From the guest brews- the pineapple cake is good! They also have a full service kitchen leveraging 310 Eatery- which means you can get anything from a burger to late night dim sum while you enjoy your beers. Looking forward to coming back!

    I had a fantastic experience with both the food and service, giving it a perfect 10/10 rating.

    10 out of 10 down to the beer, the dumplings burgers and especially that bacon jam fries amazing. They also have a wines and Prosecco options for all. how do you recommend must check out

    Susan S.

    One of a kind absolute GEM!!! I am so happy that I tried it on a whim for a Valkyries watch party, it was EPIC!!!! The brewery has these phenomenal beers they make: a Hojicha Cream Ale and a Vietnamese Coffee Lager among them, and they have non-alcoholic beers by Partake Brewing that are SO so delicious!!! But wait, that's not all, the restaurant next door has the most insanely delicious food: burgers with bacon jam, pork belly, shishito peppers, fries, and Dim Sum!!!! So you can order from the restaurant and the kindest mom and pop bring you your food!!

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    Thomas B.

    Right through the front door, Simon greeted us. It was Veterans Day and I wanted to make sure that my family and I had some family time together and I would have my usual beer and celebrate my buddies who didn't come home from Vietnam and have a dinner that we'd be able to share wonderful conversation over and so I selected a bar that has an entry into a restaurant next-door, and the combination of the Tom made perfect evening. My daughter ordered a cider spritzer and I ordered the four pack sampler of beer to have with my food from next-door. This is under new management and it's really a nice location a good size place and it's somewhere where we could actually go on a date and it wouldn't be real loud. And you get the advantage of having wonderful food brought to you the entry in the wall. The beer was high-quality and it was flavors that I had never had before because they infuse Asian flavors into the beer, which is totally unique for this entire area around us. I have to say everything that I tasted was delicious. I would order it again, especially that last one I had the coffee flavored one the fourth one Yum. The place is clean and since it's newly opened word hasn't gotten out to this is a great place to go and you can watch your favorite game on big screen TVs around the bar or you can have a romantic quiet discussion at one of the tables. They also have limited outdoor seating.

    Games available for play, for kids and adults alike
    Alabama C.

    Excellent locally-owned brewery with delicious, unique brews and a welcoming, fresh vibe! I'm in town visiting my parents from LA, where new breweries are ubiquitous and tbh, often boring and repetitive. That's not the case here at all!! A lot of things have changed in Albany since I graduated, but this is one of the best examples of positive change that keeps the Bay interesting without washing out its distinctive, independent vibe. One of the owners (Simon, an Albany High graduate) was working when I visited for my second time, and he was wonderfully friendly, sparked a great conversation and was so kind and generous during my visit. This small business is next door to a delicious eatery (310 eats) which will deliver excellent food to you while you enjoy your drinks. They play tennis matches on the screens here, but also have Wii and other games available for play (super fun!) and will accommodate any requests you have for watching other non-tennis games on TV. They have mah-jong nights on Mondays, will have trivia nights and overall are absolutely one of my favorite breweries in California!! Do not miss this place if you're in the East Bay. 10/10 for me. Thank you, Simon!!

    Grand Slam Flight
    Jane S.

    We were in the area for a hike and decided to stop by after to reward ourselves. Haven't seen too many breweries with Asian-inspired flavors, and this one did not disappoint! We got their Grand Slam flight and I was particularly impressed by the Five Spice Saison. It was super unique with its distinct Five Spice taste. Will definitely be back when we get the chance!

    Beer, dumplings - delectable delicious duo!

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    Hi Patricia yes we will be showing the Australian Open this weekend!

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    My favorite brewery in the Bay Area. They use Asian flavors to make some of the most interesting and flavorful beers.

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    Great beers. I tried the Vietnamese coffee larger. It is smooth and tasty. Any questions ask Simone he is great!

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    Great, unique beers , friendly staff. I highly recommend! You can also tasty food from next door!

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    Interesting beers and ciders and shares a wall with 310 Eatery, the bestest place to have amazing burgers and other foods!!

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    Always a great time having you guys over! Cheers

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    New joint. Solid brew. Neighbor has great grub. Worth a visit. Big fan of helping small business with a good grasp at beer!

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    Cold beer, warm ambiance. Excellent lagers and nice all around selection of brews. Welcome to Albany!

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    Ask the Community - Match Point Brewing

    Do you offer any gluten free options- seltzer, kombucha, or hard soda?

    We have ciders, wine, sake, and a small selection of gluten free beer currently.

    Are fried sesame balls on the menu?

    Yep! Made by the 310 Eatery next door!

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    I like that they draw inspiration from Asian flavors; the Jasmine Rice Lager is one of my favorites.

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