Every road trip through York, we've made it a point to explore new breweries, ticking off a few each time. Somehow Mudhook Brewing hadn't been on our radar until this visit. And wow, we were glad we finally discovered it! Tucked away like a cozy little secret, it was a hidden gem that had the perfect neighborhood vibe. The parking tested our patience a bit (finding free street parking among the paid spots), but once we were inside, the welcoming neighborhood vibe and the warm, friendly staff made up for the hassle. We loved the charming chess tables-the lights decor- I loved seeing all the locals at the bar sharing updates- As for the beer? Absolutely phenomenal. Each pour (we tried both IPAs & the Winter Warmer) was impressive. and the prices were refreshingly reasonable ($6pint compared to others in the area at $8-9pint). This place is definitely one we'll be returning to again and again! read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

It was a beautiful warm day for Alfresco dining this late afternoon. I enjoyed the Fish Hook sandwich with fries. My cocktail was an orange creamsicle. It's my perfect time to dine and enjoy excellent service before dinner, and perhaps it's Happy Hour. So, Maddiee provided excellent, attentive service. I must mention the fun fall decor and Halloween decorations - fabulous seasonal touches. read more

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Their hog wings are the best I've ever had, and the atmosphere is fantastic. The cheese steaks are also incredibly tasty!

Mudhook Brewing is a cool place, rustic modern brewery style. While there, I only tried one beer (at this point I was full on liquids from a brewery tour and Mudhook was the last stop). It was the Cherry Lane Strong Ale, and it was just OK. What knocked my socks off was their cake dessert with plenty of ice cream and whipped cream. I ate everything and was super happy about it. Service was good and easy. read more

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I had lunch at Mudhook a few months ago after visiting Central Market. My friend's B-I-L suggested lunch at Mudhook since I enjoy craft beer. For a Saturday afternoon, it was pretty slow in there. I started with the Maverick Marzen which I really enjoyed. That was my first time trying a Marzen. For my meal, I ordered the Chicken Caesar Wrap with chips. The wrap could have used more dressing because it was a bit dry. The chips were meh. The meal didn't wow me, but it was okay. Our server was a no frills, cut to the chase type. She did fine, but wasn't overly personable. She was just there to do her job and keep it moving. The whole experience wasn't very memorable (hence the short review), but I would return (more so for the beer, not the food). read more

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Not the first one to comment on here about how terrible the owner of this place is and probably not the last! Went last night with a group of friends and was absolutely baffled with the behavior of the owner. He was actively grabbing and forcefully pushing employees behind the bar and notably being aggressive towards them. Clearly has some angry issues that he cannot keep under control. When addressed by another patron that witnessed it, he tried to make excuses as to why it was acceptable but honestly disgusting behavior to do to your young female staff member regardless of the circumstance!!!! Wouldn't give this disgusting man business again, plenty of other local businesses worth spending your money at. read more

We really enjoyed our time here at Mudhook Brewery. The atmosphere is really cool. There is a great patio as well. We grabbed a couple of beers and we both really enjoyed our choices. The bartender was very friendly and we sat and chatted with her for a while. They have a speakeasy upstairs but unfortunately, they were not open. Sounds like a good reason to come back! read more

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I've been here more than any other brewery in Downtown York. Best bar food in York. I've never had a bad meal here. Beer can be a hit or miss at times but the mixed drinks are always great. Service is usually good and the owner is always around chatting with the customers. I was in the other night for some night cap drinks and there was music entertainment. He was good but in the future they might want to turn the speakers down. Couldn't hear the person next to me while we were talking. read more

During a quick trip to York, my friends and I ran in for a bite to eat around 1:30pm on a Sunday. The staff was incredible. We told them we only had 45 minutes and they delivered! They were efficient and brought out of food nice and hot. Because we were in a rush, they brought out checks out and said to take as much time as we need, but wanted to make sure we could pay when we wanted. The manager or owner came up to us too towards the end of our meal to make sure everything came out fast enough which was sweet. The vibes inside and out are so cool. I love a fun dive and the beach setup for outside plus the shaded patio seating were so cool! I love when there are diverse seating options. Inside you could sit at the bar, high top, or regular table! It was quiet and had tvs around the room. It was the perfect balance between smaller town and strong community. I got the chicken fingers and fries and my 3 friends each got a different burger. I tried 2 of them and they were incredible. The Fried Pickle Burger is the way to go. The fries I had with my chicken were amazing- perfectly crunchy and soft! I can't recommend this place enough! Great dining experience! read more

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It is a place that feels like a pub where everybody knows your name. Of course I am a mug club member. I really like their beer. The food is pub fair, I think some of the best burgers in York. The hot dogs are definitely the best, even though they took off the German dog... Great people and staff, and if you are there at the right time you get to join in on a sing along of Billy Joel's Piano Man. read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - a fish and a beer - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Visited my wife's family in York and stopped in Mudhook for a couple of beers. Beers were great, food was good, building was even better & staff was nice & friendly. We even got to meet the owner and share some good conversation. I appreciated the lesson (joke) with the three nuns!! I'll see you guys next trip for sure! Thanks, Buff Hendricks Jensen Beach, FL read more

This review is just for beers and service, which I thought were both good (we didn't eat)! My friend and I were in York a few hours on a day trip up to Dutch PA Country. We had wandered through the market and decided to get a beer. Mudhook has an entrance from the market, so we saw it and thought it was kismet. She had a stout, and I had a hefeweizen. Both were good. The service was good; it was pretty empty when we walked in (pretty early for drinking on a Saturday), so we were two of four patrons in the brewery at the time and spent some time chatting with staff. Overall, a good brewery to spend a bit of time relaxing and drinking a beer! read more

Hog wings are amazing. Owner and bartenders super friendly! Great experience. Great beer!

Always love getting 'Hooked...this little corner pub has grand casual ambiance...I recall the pics of their restoration process, sandblasting and all. Well done. I have a buddy who complains that the beer selection rarely changes, and this is what I love about Mudhook, they know who they are and they do it well. The Deep Sea Stout is a cold-weather favorite. The Hook Bender IPA is a staple, and so good. Can't wait for the Black IPA to come back. Finally, get the Hog Wings. Jeff shared exactly where on the pig they come from but it matters not, they are delicious! We always get the dry rub and a sauce on the side for dipping. I've seen social posts about staffing shortages here, it happens, but the team on duty this Saturday evening did a great job! Friendly, attentive service with a smile. Well done team. Bar seating, tables, a high top center table, outside patio (enclosed/heated in cold weather). Something for everyone... Parking is city like, street, garage, whatever works. Go here... read more

Warning! Don't get the Parmesan chicken wings! They came in a basket with a half inch layer of oil and the Parmesan was sprinkled in the oil. There was no flavor of Parmesan on the wings themselves, it was like eating plain wings. Probably the worse wings ever. Hot dog tasted good but small and overpriced. Good cole slaw; again, it was small. Staff is friendly and service is fast. Double IPA was warm and tasted funny. I went for the bock and that was light, cold and had good flavor. read more

I was driving back home from York can could not drink here. This is a nice pub next to a central market. On a Sunday afternoon, it was pretty slow as expected. The inside is cozy. They have a bar and a dining area. Plus patio seating. The decor is classic pub type. The food has a good choice of hot dogs and burgers. I ordered a poutine and a Chicago style hot dog. The poutine is a new dish for me. It is pieces of steak sprinkled on French fries with gravy and cheese. The combination tasted great. Service was attentive. It was a good experience here. read more

Was really looking forward to visiting this establishment. However had to pass after spending over 30 minutes trying to find a parking space. read more

This place is super cute in downtown York and has a great outdoor area for a cooler day (we were there in 95 degree heat so sat inside). They have a large beer and food list. The beer was subpar at best- it tasted very watery. My boyfriend and I both had flights so were able to try 8 different beers, and they all had the same consistency/taste of water at the end. They weren't absolutely horrible, but I wouldn't make the trip to go back for the beer. The food was great and your typic pub food! We shared the Buffalo chicken dip and then got a cheeseburger and a salad which we both enjoyed. Overall- a cute place in downtown York but I'm not absolutely in love with it! read more

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The atmosphere alone in this place is enough for 5 stars. Crab dip appetizer was good and hot, very cheesy. I ordered the fried pickled burger with fries on the side. It was just as good as it sounds. The waitress was sweet. read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - Fried pickle burger and fries - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Food was terrible returned and money refunded. Non existent parking I dark ally. Dangerous place be careful. Owner a rude jerk. He has a major problem with people that are not whit. read more

We came here 8+ years ago... same mediocre burger, and mixed drinks. They still have terrible Allegro wine also. But the atmosphere is nicer, and service is good, and Beer improved ! read more

Mudhook is a cool little location and has a great vibe to it. The beers are a little lacking in depth and quality. The food was decent at a fair price point. The service and friendliness was pretty good. I would love to see the quality of the beers go up and a larger variety of style. Aside from that this is a definite stop on a craft beer brew tour. read more

First off, probably one of the best locations for a brewery in York County. But, and there's always a but, the location is its best attribute, and that is the only positive thing that I can say about Mudhook. My wife and I were there when it first opened up and were totally disappointed with the substandard quality of the beer. We swore we would never go back, but someone gave us a gift certificate for $25.00 so we once again gave it a try. It had been probably a couple years since the first visit, and I have to say that the beer was worse than the 1st time. The bill was about $12 and I told the wait staff to keep the rest that was on the gift certificate as we will never go back again ever. It is without a doubt the absolute worst beer in the entire York County area. The brewmeister really needs to go to school or have someone mentor him or her on how to brew good beers. I would steer clear of the brewery at all costs. read more

Had the stout, hefe,pale ale and winter warmer, we didn't like any of them. They all lacked body and were very watery. The chili was extremely acidic. We enjoyed the vibe of this place and service was good. read more

Love the atmosphere and quaintness of this pub! The menu can accommodate everyone's pallet from light fare appetizers, homemade soups, fresh salads, sandwiches to full meals. I have a few menu favorites that are hard to pass up such as their Cajun chicken salad, hog wings, crab dip and fries. The chilled atmosphere includes seating in the pub, on the veranda or in the garden patio. Staff and their patrons both add to creating a friendly and relaxed experience. Plus it's not uncommon to see a table game taking place or the owner sharing a joke or two. I also recommend checking out their mid-week specials! This place has been a GREAT and ENJOYABLE find and has been consistent in delivering both excellent service and awesome food!!! read more

Yes, one star. And that's really only because I did enjoy their beers for the most part. However, I had to wait long enough to be recognized and have it served to me that I had a rather bitter taste in my mouth from the beginning. It started with trying to find the place. I was with a friend (both of us from out of town) and between the map I printed out and both of our GPS systems telling us where to "turn" we ended up going around the block several times. We were both so annoyed that I finally said, "Just pull over!" thinking we would just walk and find it since my GPS was telling me we were on top of the place. As soon as we parked the car, I got out to see a small sign on the corner for Mudhook Brewing with an arrow pointing down this alley. This, to our surprise, was Cherry Lane. The road we had been looking for. The street sign is not on the street, which would have been helpful. Instead, it is on the side of the Cental Market House. Ugh. They need better signage. All I wanted by this point was alcohol. We grabbed a table and waited. And waited. And waited. And waited. And....you get the point. There was only one other table occupied and some people at the bar. We watched the employees doing things that clearly could wait until after you attend to customers. Like pouring mustard from one jar to another. Seriously. After a long wait, we were finally acknowledged. But not by our server. Our server then came over, apologizing that she didn't notice us. Except then we continued to wait for everything. We ordered samplers. There were not enough beers to explain the wait. We also ordered the cheese plate for $7. Being next to the Central Market House, we of course expected some delicious local cheese and breads. Instead, we were served cubed cheese that was nothing out of the ordinary (cheddar, pepper jack, swiss), crackers that came out of a box and the infamous honey mustard that they claim is their own recipe but really just tastes, as my friend commented, like it's from Wendy's. I would not recommend this place unless you just want to try the beers. And in that case, I would recommended only sitting at the bar where everything is right there and you can't be ignored. Beware, Mudhook may say they open at 4pm, but they don't start working until 5. read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - Cherry Lane - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

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I really like this place! I love that it is hidden and out of the way. I love that it is not easy to find, but it is so worth it when you arrive. I look forward to my beer flight and then ordering a pint of my favorite afterwards. I try to go at least once or twice a month to sample beers and and I also order their wings. My favs are the Caribbean wings which reminds me of Jerk Chicken which is a major favorite dish of mine. This place is a gem and I don't want to share it with anyone! One note: I think the beer flights can be much colder when served. On the seveal occasions that I have been there, my flights were cold, but boarding on room temp if you let them sit more than 5 minutes. The servers are so friendly and there is always a smile. If you are looking for a quickie experience, this is not the place for you. I like that they take their time and between meal or drink delivery they just let you converse and chill. Haven't been a fan of the live music though, but I'm biased against any pop song sung with a blue grass twang. If that's your thing, then go for it. read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Stopped in with a friend to try some beers. They had an alright selection. I was blown away by any of the brews. Seems like standard brewpub beers and food. Now living in Philadelphia makes me a little spoiled because I have so many brew pub options that are stand out amazing... In York... not so much. All things considered this is a really good brewpub for this area but I am very excited to see how they expand and grow. Their location gives them lots opportunity, I just hope they use it well. Can't wait to come back, when I visited they were only open a few months, I hope by the time I get back that they will be more into the swing of things. read more

Great beer! Great burgers! And great atmosphere! The outdoor patio and flowers make you forget you are in the city. Also, you have try the Hog Wings! read more

Stopped here on the way through Pennsylvania and they did a great job. Was 8:00 on a Friday night and not very busy. Server was helpful and the food was just what we were looking for. Hint for EV drivers, there is a Fast Charger 1 block away. read more

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Food: 4 Decor: 3.5 Ambiance: 4 Service: 3 Value: 3.5 Food is decent, as is their beer. Affordable and plenty of options, particularly at happy hour. read more

Atmosphere was good. Waitress was polite but slow. If you are used to more than 10 cheese curds on an appetizer order than avoid the cheese curds. They taste okay but for $9 the portion is not a value. Avoid the coleslaw. It is not coleslaw at all. It is shredded cabbage with no dressing. Burger with crap dip was good; not great but okay. read more

Beer good. Service bad. Hostess worse. Food TERRIBLE. Unless you feel like just drinking some beer this place should be avoided. I'd go into detail but I don't have the time. Each dish had some basic flaw (ending with the stone cold - obviously reheated fries). read more

Unbelievable! After a half hour we were informed they are out of turkey, no meatballs, no unsweetened tea and no raspberry tea! We were told they would just substitute something for the turkey in the club sandwich - no matter whether we wanted it or not! There are too many other options very nearby- steer clear!! read more

They have the best bar food I don't drink so I cant tell you if the beer is stellar or not but I can tell you I had a burger wrap and a loaded fry it was fantastic. read more

It would have been zero stars, without George. The star is for George, nice friendly Server. Needs some Training, but based on the lack of cleanliness I'm not surprised. When we sat down and the place was a disaster and we were the only two there for a good half hour. The beer was like a home brew kit, the food was worse. The sandwich was a Rachel or what they called a White Russian. The bread wasn't toasted and was a soggy mess. The rest of the food was a disaster as well, I'm so disgusted that I don't even feel like typing anymore and giving this place anymore of my time! Stay Clear! No Need to try it on your own, we should of listen to the other reviews! read more

atmosphere snd food were good. service was good my only complaint I ordered down by the bay burger .. however my burger came without crab dip .. they were out of crab dip so instead of coming to tell me the chef just put old bay on the top.. They did replace it with another burger when I complained about it .. really you should have just told me you were out not try to cover it with old bay like I wasn't going to notice read more

Beer: 3 stars Food: 2 stars Service: 0 stars We stopped by for a beer or two and something to munch on. We had been to Mudhook before, about a year ago, and it was OK, so we decided to return, since we were in the area. Not the best brewpub we've been to, but you're in York, PA...beggars can't be choosers. We should've known we were off to a bad start when it took the bartendress (Heather) a good ten minutes after we were seated at HER bar to ask us what we wanted to drink. We could tell from the tone in her voice: someone was having a bad day and didn't want to be at work. She brought the beers, put them down, and walked away without saying a word. When I managed to get her attention again to ask if we could see menus, she sighed, reached behind her to the pile of menus, and slapped one between the two of us. Yes, that's right, one. As if one of us was invisible. The drinking/eating experience continued down this same path: probably one of the rudest barkeeps I've experienced in a long time. On the flip side, we chatted with Jeff (apparently the owner) and he seemed quite pleasant, very welcoming. As for the food, it's very uninspired pub grub. There's a Thai place a block away. Eat there first. As for the beer, it's not bad, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. It's really too bad they don't have some "guest" local products on tap, like Troegs, Victory, or SlyFox, all of which are light years better than what you'll find here. But, bottom line: the crappy service will keep us away in the future. read more

Love the pub! The selection of food is a nice change from the chain standards. The brews are yummy, but I feel the seasonal selections don't change as quickly as they should. The one thing to watch out for... On Saturday nights they try to do live music. If you see that Scott Martin Live is playing, RUN AWAY! One of the worst public performances i have ever been subjected to. Guitar is out of tune and his voice is worse than nails on a chalkboard. PLEASE!!!! DO NOT rebook this guy! I will skip mudhook the next time he is here. He RUINED the mood! read more

We received some gift cards and decided to give this little pub a shot. Extremely friendly service. The good was very good pub style fare. The owner even brought our son out some ice cream for after lunch. Nice atmosphere. Will be back again. read more

Mudhook Brewing Company - Better than a DUI - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania