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    Prison Brews

    3.7 (324 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Pubs, Brewpubs
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ann H.

    A popular spot and I can understand why. It's an unusual theme for a restaurant, can border on the creepy, but once you get past that, you'll find some good food and nice people. I stopped for a late lunch one day and found it nearly deserted. I was fully expecting the one employee who approached to tell me they were closed or closing until the evening, but instead she led me to my table, took my order without even a hint of being bothered. Shortly thereafter, she stopped by my table to tell me her shift was ending and introduce me to the person who would be taking over. I appreciated that consideration. As I waited for my order, I took note of the booths with brick wall accent decorated with cell bars and cell numbers above, the cell/jailhouse bars around the bar area, the menu of microbrews on tap carrying names that keep with the theme. I could see this being a go-to place for Halloween parties. I ordered a special, a brisket sandwich with their house made bbq sauce. I'm torn on this -- the meat was good, tender and flavorful just as brisket should be, the roll it was served on was good, the bbq sauce had just a hint of being a day past its prime, though. I still ate it, scraping around the sauce where possible. I chose the sweet potato fries as a side and was not disappointed. They were so good I could have ordered more. They were served with a side of cinnamon icing/dipping sauce that was very light on the cinnamon taste but allowed control over the level of sweet. It wasn't needed for my preference but was a nice touch. Overall, I'd like to try this place again.

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    Brooke R.

    Not a bad spot for a quick meal! Our server was fast and friendly. I got the sweet potato fries and was surprised they had cinnamon all over them, so heads up there! I'm more of a salt girl. I enjoyed my sandwich, and the stuffed potatoes were unique! Not life changing, but good!

    I Ain't Your Honey Wheat, Prison Brews, Jefferson City
    Bruce K.

    One of the highlights in Jefferson City is the prison and this isn't it. This is a prison-themed restaurant and brewery and it's a couple of blocks away from the Missouri State Penitentiary Museum. With tables set up to look like jail cells and beers named "Go To Jail Ale" and "Deathrow Oatmeal Stout," they go all in. At 8pm, my friend and I popped in for our last drink of the day here. I chose the "I Ain't Your Honey Wheat" which was quite tasty for a pale wheat. Our waitress stopped in often to ensure we had what we needed and all was well. With all that beer, I had to check the restroom... clean. [Review 19754 overall - 231 in Missouri - 726 of 2023.]

    Becca B.

    We had a birthday lunch at Prison Brews before exploring the rest of downtown Jeff City. The food was delicious and there was something on the menu for everyone. Top favorites at the table: supreme pizza, pulled pork sandwich, and the bratwurst. We also enjoyed the nachos and onion ring appetizers at our big table. Service was great! The food took a while to come out but we came at a very busy time and the food still tasted amazing. The entire place is decked out in prison decorations/themes. There is plenty of seating inside of the building as well as outside on the patio. They even have a couple fire pits and a bocce ball court! You must visit this restaurant if you are planning on going on the prison tour. Highly recommend order the Prison Brews draft..tasty!

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    Ebony C.

    Nice concept for the atmosphere. About to dig into the food but looks good so far. Food came out fairly quick for a big party like ours. The server has been pretty nice and attentive to our party. The pizza could have been cooked longer but it's tasty. The wings are good as well.

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    Nikki R.

    I am super into a theme to the extreme when it comes to a independent business- this place was right in all the ways that make kitschy cool! The brewery selections were great- the food was vegetarian friendly and I was very pleased with the service too! I don't make it to Jeff City that often, but when I do- I am adding this to my must visit and drink a pint or two places!

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    Mackenzie L.

    This is such a fun spot! The restaurant is decked out with prison related items including prison bars around the bar area, barbed wire & cell numbers on the booths, and even beers named after prison catch phrases. We went with a group of 5 and got the buffalo chicken wrap, club sandwich, and a burger. All of our food was delicious and the environment made it all the better! Next time we're in Jeff we will have to come back!

    Kathy F.

    I will say this is the most unique one of a kind place I have been too I has a jail theme to it the booths are made to look like a jail cell the bar area is surrounded by bars the high top tables in the bar area are wood burned with the Prison Brews mascot. The food selection is good they have a wood burning oven for pizza and bread and the service is excellent The servers are checking on you and even the manager . The decor is excellent they carry the Beer theme into washrooms the sinks in the woman are half kegs then men's you can use your imagination

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    Kitchen was backed up do we waited too long for a simple meal. Foods okay. Beer's great!

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    Good food, good service, good drinks, fun atmosphere. Consistently a thumbs up from everyone in the group.

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    Service wasn't very good. The food barely ranked a step above fast food. Certainly not worth a return visit !

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    Sub par food, cute theme though. Seemed like the food was frozen and thawed. Beer was good.

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    Cute restaurant!! Great service, food and atmosphere! Traveled to this area but would love to visit again.

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    The Pretzels are awesome!!! Our wait staff was very attentive. Nice patio. Easy to hear each other in conversation.

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    Love this place, the people and food are consistently great here! Def recommend Sunday breakfast, pizza, and ribeye sammy

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    Fries are bad but tots and bar food is great! Good beer too. Speedy service, typically in and out pretty quick

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    The food was tasty and the prices were SO reasonable. The decor is themed, and fun. Location was so convenient for the penitentiary tour.

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