Attended the official opening today of the new Big Shed venue on Port Road. Great venue and…read morefriendly staff. What let it down was the ridiculous price charged for the "craft" beers. Having grown up in the UK and enjoyed real ale for many years through CAMRA and such like it's disappointing that a new venue like this should charge $12 for a "pint" of beer for this can be best described as a metric pint, aka 375ml, whereas an imperial pint is about 550ml. In the UK you would pay around 4 pound for a 550ml pint of real ale - which is about $9. Why then do we have to be ripped off like this at the Big Shed - especially on opening day where you would think at least they would be offering specials. Shame on you - it's pure profiteering!

Awesome great to take the kids out but very noisy for little kids amazing scenery and great for…read moremaybe book a table

Open to the public!…read more They have a really cool beer bar, the pirate behind the bar is eager to chat and educate us about beers and the reason behind them having canned beer instead of bottled! All the brewing action happens on site out the back. Try the tasting paddles. They have basic beer snacks available to purchase and filtered water to cleanse your palate between tastes. They also have coffee by common ground roasters and a merchandise area! Come check it out! x

I absolutely love these guy's beers, despite the fact that they do happen to be owned by one of the…read morebiggest breweries in the world (Anheuser Busch). Still, they make some pretty awesome craft beers, and I have not problems whatsoever going and having a drink at the pub, or at least the ones that have their beers on tap (and having a massive brewer at their back means that there are a few). So, I ended up at their brewery with my friend and yeah, it was pretty awesome. Not only did they have some great beers on tap, but there was some other quirks as well, including a barbers shop, which honestly, is something that I have never seen in a brewery before. Yeah, definitely worth checking out.

This was already a fantastic local brewery making and serving up a wide range of excellent…read morebeverages including beers, a ginger ale, a hard lemonade and some other goodies but it's only gotten better with the addition of the Nugg Lyf kitchen. Nugg Lyf's goodies couldn't be a better match for a beer or three and include a range of chicken nuggets (not the processed chicken you'd expect from nuggets but rather chunks of real chicken breast crafted into bite sized portions), very tasty burgers and for dessert, doughnut holes and churros. While you're there, check out the contraption that allows selected beers to be infused with a range of other interesting ingredients. On my most recent visit the Ace of Spades Stout was infused with fresh licorice - different but delicious!

Placed an order through Menulog. The restaurant did not send some of my order. Went to Menulog to…read morefind a solution and was told to contact restaurant. Rang restaurant and was told that there was nothing they could do about it and take it up with Menulog. I've worked customer service and would never have been this apathetic and dismissive to a customer.

The beer is very good but order everything you want up front the line up is long and slow, Beef…read morebrisket I couldn't cut with a steak knife and my wife's steak sandwich was tuff I don't rate the food. The views over the cow paddocks' is verry nice.

Amazing food - popped in for an impromptu lunch and they didn't disappoint. One thing - a…read moreprofessional kitchen should be able to get all meals out at the same time... the dribble approach is ok at a beachside cafe

This is a hard place to rate as I'm not quite sure which category to rate it against. to me, it's a…read morevery casual wine bar with great wine. I tried the sparkling shiraz and it was simply wonderful! They serve a small selection of wine, cider and beer - you don't need lot's of options of they're really good choices - as well as simple snacks but nothing from a kitchen or any food off a menu. It's the perfect place to come for a relaxing drink by the water when visiting Goolwa. I suggest planning your next move if you need lunch or dinner though. they charged $10 entry on NYE to view the fireworks from here.

Great destination to have a relaxing afternoon with a fine wine and great staff. In addition you…read morehave fantastic views and parking is easy.

A friend of mine recommended this place to me. Actually, to be more specific, a friend of mine…read moreindicated to me that this place existed because I really don't need to be recommended a craft beer brewery namely because I will end up going their anyway. So, it took a while to get here, namely because most times I went past it was closed, but one Sunday afternoon I was fortunate enough to discover that it was open. Well, we ended up getting a tasting paddle, and I do admit that the beers were actually pretty good. It's a rather small time operation, and can be difficult to find, but it is definitely worth checking out.

Looking for somewhere casual and feels like a home away from home? Look no further Little Bang is…read morehere. Actually, I really wish this is what my home looked like. But, what I am getting at is that it feels homely... This is a brewery that has opened its doors to invite craft beer lovers in to enjoy some frothies for the weekend. First up I should point out, you are really right in the middle of the brewing action here. Set up a seat next to a fermenter and stacks of malt. You will be greeted with a smile and you might even get a handshake. Ryan & Fil are amongst the coolest brewers in town. From Video Game Designers to Brewers, they have such a great success story to tell. In fact, I think it is quite inspirational for those who are looking to get into the industry. Changing your career into something that you really love is always a challenge. But with drive and determination, you can really achieve your dreams. After having to leave the games industry due to the GFC, Ryan took on working in the beer industry and Fil in refrigeration mechanics. In their spare time, they brewed for fun. Just like you would in learning skills to reach the next level in a video game; these two had an epiphany (I am sure after some beers) about combining forces to create one mega-craft-beer-force that Little Bang is today. Unlike other breweries they had the skills to make the equipment they needed which made it a lot more affordable. So, that is exactly what they did. Well, after having to convince their wives of course. And I am sure glad they did. These brews are great and are quickly earning their stripes. As for this Venue, this is a great spot for groups. But, remember don't expect anything fancy, this is a place to chill and relax. There are tables inside and out. Their full range of beers are on offer and you can get a paddle to give them all a go for $15. Need munchies with your beer? They also make their own pickles which are really good. Or you can order some pizza from a nearby joint with free delivery. What are my fave beers on offer? I am a big fan of their Freezer Cleaner. But that is of course going to change in flavour over time. I do also like their Chocolate Porter which is lighter than expected and easy to drink. Give their Happy Land Summer Ale a go if you like something lighter. It's got a lot more flavour profile than others I have tried. Quite floral and almost a little sweet. I am very excited that the boys have opened their brewery for weekend drinks. This might become my local. Well done guys!

I first discovered hills cider when a friend recommended it to me at a pub. I loved the taste as it…read morewas it alot lighter and fresher on the palate than some other ciders that are not 100 percent apples, and more added sugar and flavours. Sure it sounds like a sales gimmic but I believe them and they are south Australian too. I have to support local business. I love their new nashi pear cider. Its like nothing I have ever tasted before in a pear cider. It has a strong woody after taste. I love it. Cant wait to try their apple and ginger flavour. I hope this local continues to do well.

So I would assume most people who dabble in cider are aware of The Hills Cider Company, but maybe…read morelike me I was unaware of their range, I thought mmmhmmm they have apple and they probs have pear, I have had the apple and it is too sweet for me, I like a cloudy tart cider, but that is fine...at the Radelaide Love Affair event i discovered there is so much more to The Hills Cider Company.... 1. Holy heck they have a hopped cider, this is amazing, my boyfriend doesn't really like cider and he loves hoppy beer like IPA's whereas I like cider and do not like beer specially not IPA's, this cider works for both of us and that hop flavour is so delicate but definitely there. Need to purchase over and over again. 2. Now, we don't want to condone binge drinking, BUT who doesn't love an 8% cider...Ginger and Apple cider i discovered is high in alcohol but not only that delicious, tart and tasty with that little ginger kick which I love, if you are a light weight you may only need 1-2 of these and be done. The event made me open my eyes to such a larger range which is so much tastier than the basic apple and pear, it makes things interesting, i hate sweet ciders but these two different options are not sweet nor girly!! Delish! Get me one now because work is hectic (obviously since I am writing a review whilst being at work).

Set in the world famous McLaren Vale, the aptly named McLaren Vale Beer Co. is set in a perfect…read morelocation amongst vineyards and between some of the worlds best wineries. Their tap house and kitchen makes delicious gourmet pub foods including wood oven pizzas, burgers and salads. But it is the setting that brings you here. I chose this place for my 25th birthday lunch amidst a wine tour and we were all impressed. The bright, rustic, unique and trendy interior brings a young crowd interested in boutique beers and local wines. The ales are refreshing and not too much and have won numerous awards around the country for taste and design. The wine cellar is small and rustic, but hey - you're here for the beer and the socialising!!

The McLaren Vale Beer company is certainly a favourite of mine to visit while in the region…read morenormally famous for its wines!! They produce around 5 beers - an indian pale ale, dark ale, lager, a new cider and their flagship Vale Ale. They are all very drinkable...and can be sampled in a paddle featuring small measures of them. Also available are the traditional pints, handles and stubbies for takeaway. The food served at cellar door is fantastic, a favourite side is always the Duck Fat Chips.... something very special. They are all reasonably priced for the area. They is plenty of parking here, but on busy periods its gets quickly filled up. There is an ample beer garden with some outdoor seats. A very nice place to visit after a few wines of just on its own!