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    North End Taproom

    4.6 (60 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Good for kids
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    Outdoor seating

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    Sweet potato fries and chicken sandwich
    Katie K.

    I would rate this a 3.5. To be perfectly transparent, I don't drink beer, so I can't speak to the main draw of the restaurant. I did really enjoy the layout of the space, and we had a big group that was able to be accommodated fairly easily. However, the general opinion was that the beer was good, but the food was okay, and a few of us had some run-ins with staff who were not very friendly towards us. I get that it can be a little overwhelming to deal with a big group, but some of us felt like we couldn't ask questions. Overall, though, we liked the vibes and those who were drinking enjoyed the variety of beer!

    Poutine

    The food and beer is good, and can taste many beers to try It's self service for food and beer

    Gee R.

    Oh em geee, I loved this taproom. The concept is super fun. The beer selection is wide. And the service was excellent. Upon entry you receive a wrist band. You can use this wrist band to pour your own beer and are only charged for what you pour. You can have a shot of every beer if you want! Just note each drink is priced differently. If you are not drinking, they usually offer n/an options (when we went they had a cream soda and nitro coffee). I didn't get food, so I can't comment on that. The overall ambiance of the taproom is very fun and open. There is a selection of games you can pick to play with your party. Seating ranges from bar seats, classic tables and even cozy chairs. 5/5 stars, I will return and order food next time!

    Madison D.

    Love the self service tap room. They have food too and you can order right from your phone. Greta vibes & good for groups.

    Online ordering
    Stephanie A.

    Super cool place. We came for the Adult Book Fair with Side Track Book Shop and enjoyed some good ciders and yummy food. Staff were friendly and helpful. You use a bracelet to "open" the spout of the beer/coder/wine/drink of your choice. Names of the drink and prices are on the screen. If you need details, you can touch the screen for more info. You pick how much you pour and it gets added to your account. They offer flights, and 2 other size glasses for your drink. Food menu is on a QR code, you order on the app and they text you when it's ready then you grab it at the kitchen counter. I ordered the fish tacos and tator tots. The food was freshly made and really good. I'll be back another day to sit and relax.

    Sari G.

    This place is just what we needed in Royal Oak. I feel like it energizes this part of the street as well. It's a fun, casual place where you can get some drinks and visit with friends or play games. Very high tech. I love the wrist band pour your own beer concept. I also like that you can know exactly how much money you spent while you're pouring. They have a good menu as well. Kid friendly so you can come here with anyone. I was shocked by how many people brought their kids. I loved the challah grilled cheese and the sweet potato fries were great. My fave beer was the coconut hazelnut one and it was 11% alc! I'll def be back! Also, free parking behind was so convenient.

    Gary B.

    Located on the north end of the popular strip in Royal Oak, nearby pay garages. Large garage style doors to the small sidewalk patio. Inside are tables and some chair clusters. Game table. Wall of taps. Kitchen service counter. You enter, show ID, run your credit card, and get the bracelet to run the taps. Grab a 10oz beer glass or a sample size (they have sample boards to carry them) and use the bracelet to turn on the tap you want to try. Empty glasses go into bins. They have a kitchen, you order on their app and pick it up at the counter. Burgers and pub snack type food. Juice boxes for the kids (there were several groups with kids) It was loud inside even at only 1/4 full, the beers were a little pricey. In particular because they don't have to pay servers. The bathrooms were clean and bright.

    Kids grilled cheese (sandwich pieces are stacked)
    Lisa S.

    Amazing first time at North End Taproom! From start to finish, we had a great experience. The host thoroughly explained how everything worked, and then we hit up the tap wall. Highly recommend the pineapple tangerine seltzer mixed with the brut for a mimosa. Food portions were generous and everything came out quickly. We had the kids grilled cheese, hot honey sandwich, BLT, fish tacos, and shishito pepper appetizer. We'll definitely be back!

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