Tips: - This store has a fridge full of craft beer and…read moreseltzer that you can buy and go. - There's another fridge with food items from local businesses, such as Juicy Empanadas. On Saturday, I drove over to Common Good Beer Company. Crosstown Craft Barbeque (CCB) was holding a popup event here. CCB had its first popup event at another beer place, but decided to try a different location. All meats were sold out by the time I got to the first event, so I needed another take. The popup started at 1 pm. I got here at 12:45 pm. Common Good is on the south side of Ellesmere, east of Warden Avenue. Although I was coming from the east, I recommend going eastbound on Ellesmere to turn right and get to this place safely. Common Good is in a small plaza. Eggsmart anchors this plaza. I had no problem finding a parking spot. I backed into an available one. I recommend backing into a spot because the distance between the two rows of parking is narrow. I like that Common Good has a lot of glass. I could see the lineup had already started. I waited in line. There was a bit of an issue with something, but it was fixed and customers were being served. Only two meats were sold out by the time I got to the front: - Turkey breast - Beef ribs Maybe it's me. I was surprised that the turkey went first. I would have thought that perhaps folks needed a break from turkey from Easter. Nope, it had sold out in a flash. Folks at CCB are nice. I ordered a bunch of goodies that didn't duplicate the sides that I had ordered two weeks ago: - Brisket - Spare ribs - Pork belly burnt ends - Cheddar jalapeno sausage - Mac and cheese - Coleslaw - Cornbread pudding I paid with a credit card. I tapped and tipped. All was great. I got a tray with my food. I got complimentary mustard and barbeque sauces. I also got pickled onions and pickles. Oh, and I needed a lid. On my way out, I saw a fridge full of craft beer and more. I had to check it out. I had a hard time figuring out if I wanted the Japanese rice beer or the dark lager. I went with the latter. I immediately saw field berry hard seltzer. I grabbed one. The woman at the counter was friendly and nice. She thanked me for supporting local. Common Good is all for supporting local businesses in Scarborough. I paid for my cans with a credit card. I tapped and all was good. This woman was so nice. She saw me with my tray and sides, and now cans of booze. She got me a paper bag with handles. I loaded my sides and cans into it. It helped a lot! I thanked her and left the store. Although I feel like I may have ordered way too much food from CCB, it was worth it. I have been eating a bunch of meals from it. The meats were half a pound each. They taste even better the longer they are left over. I can't pick a favourite protein. The brisket was so tender. The pork belly was on the fattier side, which gave you more flavour. The spareribs were so much better a day later. Meaty and yummy. The cheddar jalapeno sausage is my favourite sausage that I have had so far this year. It had the right combination of heat, meat, and cheese. I love sides. The mac and cheese had large shells, which made me happy. I liked the breadcrumbs on top. I love mac and cheese. I feel that there needed to be more sauce. Otherwise, it was solid tastewise. The coleslaw was excellent. It was garlicky, crunchy, creamy, vinegary, and delicious. Full marks! It also turned purple as time elapsed, which was cool. The cornbread pudding was also a pleasant surprise. It had chocolate mixed in with cornbread. It was dense and delightful to consume. I will be back for more field berry hard seltzer. It was excellent to down while watching game 7 between the Dallas Stars (more like the Rantanen show) and Colorado Avalanche. The berry flavour was perfect. It was cold and refreshing. It's the perfect lighter option as the weather gets warmer and nicer. I had the Japanese dark lager last night watching the Toronto Maple Leafs win their game against the Florida Panthers. The dark part had chocolate and caramel, which added so much flavour depth to the beer. The folks at CCB are so nice. They let me know that the next popup won't be here because the seating isn't as abundant as the other venue. It's true. However, the seating is more inviting here due to the number of plants soaking up all the sunshine that naturally beams in. I'm so glad that I dropped by Common Good. I'll be back for more beer and seltzer. I also want to get some empanadas from Juicy Empanada. This store also has a decent selection of pop (I saw Fanta in orange and pineapple) and snacks. I'd also like to play an arcade game. I didn't see Pac-Man, but I can do Millipede. (154)

A very good cradt brewery, and the only one anywhere near here. A range of styles, each one that I…read moretried was solid. Highly recommended!

8 days ago (Sat. July 27) a friend and I met at Rainhard for a Cask Social Group Event. The Group…read morehas existed for quite a few years and have Events about once a month at TO bars, pubs and Breweries featuring one or more beer selections on cask. I hadn't been to the Brewery/The Ale Yards in about 6 1/2 years and my previous visit was shortly after Rainhard had expanded, taking over space previously occupied by another commercial Tenant in the same building. There have been a number of changes in the years since, i.e. their expanded area isn't open to customers but their bar and adjacent seating area is more or less the same. They have a pinball machine and another interactive game for customers. My friend and I arrived around 2:30 pm, half an hour after the Event started; the patio was fairly packed but inside was less so, therefore we sat inside. We shared 4 of the 5 cask beers on offer incl. Rainhard's Pure West and Zina from Volo. There was a fairly long lineup for awhile to order beers but it eventually became pretty short. Overall the prices were pretty fair considering they were cask beers. Though the Event went until 9 pm we left a little after 4:30 pm; we both had a fairly enjoyable time and we quite liked all of the beers we had.

Rainhard Brewing opened to the public in May 2015. It is located in in Toronto's west end…read moreStockyards neighbourhood in a former refinery. It's a cozy spot. Justin, the bartender, was interesting and knowledgeable to talk with. I'm a boring beer drinker and enjoyed their Four on the Floor pilsner.

great find incredible staff…read moreA+ sour beer worth the trip to oakville nice merch also (bought two cups)

Great craft beer that does delivery too. Lots of different flavours to choose from. It's always a…read moretreat to support small businesses, the flavours in their beer is well thought out and pronounced.

Halo Brewery has this young and colourful theme that I love! We dropped by on a weekday so the…read moreplace was not busy. Nice and cozy setup at the tasting taproom area. Staff is cheerful and friendly. Since we were there during Summer, most of the offering were light, fruity with a sour note. Flight is available. Or if you just want a sample before purchasing, try before you buy a bottle or 2 is always a good idea! Worth checking them out if you are in the neigbhourhood!

I came here on a Friday afternoon with my boyfriend. We were recommended this place by a friend of…read morehis who works at another craft brewery. We got an assortment of samplers and really enjoyed our time there. The beers were delicious, I especially enjoyed the shapeshifter, which is a sour IPA. The place was nicely lit and had a lot of natural light. We sat there discussing paint colors for our apartment while sipping on our beers. I remember thinking to myself, "this is the life!" I only wish it were closer to the downtown core!

Our server was always around when we needed her and great at describing the beers we were…read moreunfamiliar with. I also had my favourite beer of life. It's called Expelliarmus. It was like a margarita had sex with a beer that was a sour. It was also nitro which made it so smooth. We didn't try any food, but their sandwiches looked really good. I love the aesthetic of this place! It has this pagan look going on and it's so fun. The music was also amazing. It was all 90s hip-hop and R&B the day that we were there.

I really like this place and go often and am always shocked how rude the staff is. I don't even…read moreunderstand why, they work in a cool spot and the clientele is cool. But at least five staff over last three visits have been rude or simply ignore you. It's weird. Note to staff, you know who you are, quit being assholes... see you next time!! Xoxo.

Found Left Field Brewery and from the first visit, I felt very welcomed by their kindness and…read morefriendliness. The people are knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions you may have about their selection of beer. I sampled a couple of their beers before getting a pint of their Ice Cold Beer which has become my all time favourite. You can also do a flight of beers where you can try many of their great tasting beers on tap. Seating is available at the bar area and in the main space as well. Unfortunately this location does not serve food but you are more than welcome to order food in. Left Field has a fan club where you can sign up for free and collect points. Recently updated, you can now redeem for merchandise and beer. They also offer a birthday reward as well as long as you provide your info when signing up. Overall, this place always has good vibes and has become one of my fave spots for a beer and a good chat. Beer is available on tap and for grab n go. Shoutout to Alex, Pam and Mike! You guys are awesome and so is the beer! Cheers!

When left field brewery opened up quite a few years ago, they used to be absolutely packed. I…read morerecall lining up with my friends outside on weekends to get a seat. It was always worth it! Although it's not as packed these days, the brewery still holds its classic charm. There's always a great crowd especially during baseball season! One of my favorite things about their beers is that they're available in small cans... Which is perfect "snack"! Even though their beers are available at LCBO these days, it's still a great time coming by the brewery and trying new things, and hanging out with good people.

Stopped at Bellwoods Brewery before heading to a Blue Jays game. It is a cozy spot to grab a drink…read moreand relax for a bit. Food/Drink: My wife had a Roman Candle IPA, which she said was smooth and juicy; a perfect choice for a light, flavorful beer before the game. Service: The guy working there was super nice and even chatted a bit about the area, which made the visit feel welcoming and personal. Aesthetic: The brewery has small seating with three picnic tables and two high tables, giving it a quaint and intimate vibe. It's simple but charming, perfect for a quick stop.

Made a pitstop at Bellwoods Brewery before a Blue Jays game and it did not disappoint. The Roman…read moreCandle IPA was flavorful and juicy (and the art on the can was super vibey). The place was small, but it made for a more quaint and cozy environment. There were non alcoholic options as well!

To be clear, this review is about their overpriced pizza which negatively coloured my experience …read more The service was good! Nonas would rise from their graves just to slap the chef with a rolling pin over this "pizza." What they served was a sad, dusty frisbee of dough so dry and flavorless it could double as packing material--zero crisp, zero chew, pure cardboard cosplay. The tomato sauce? A single freckle of pale red, as if the cook sneezed near a ketchup packet and called it a day. Seasoning? Nonexistent. They charged $24 for this personal-sized tragedy. At that price, the only thing rising is my blood pressure.

Mostly friendly and attentive male staff…read more Atmosphere: Feel very European brewery like and a decent stage area. Vibe: a mixed crowd of various age groups. Tried 4 types of beers here. Even though i didn't drink a whole pint i enjoyed little sip of them. The brews were very reasonable in price also. But the food was quite expensive. Their "beer pies" are actually known as flatbread pizzas. They had a few salads and some other appetizers. Overall, it seems to be a good place to go and try some local beers made in house.