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    Richter Aleworks

    4.1 (88 reviews)
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    Closed 3:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Buffalo chicken pizza
    Megan V.

    Awesome brewery! I'm sad we never noticed it the last few years, but thankfully on a failed attempt to eat at Fabio on Fire we stumbled upon Richter Aleworks! I did a flight with the seltzers, wheat, and blonde ale. My husband had the English Ale and said it was okay. The seltzers were delightful! Lacking in carbonation which was honestly a wonderful surprise! Add some vodka to the seltzer and you'll have a WONDERFUL pool cocktail! We also shared the Buffalo chicken pizza which was tasty but lacked a sufficient amount of chicken and Buffalo sauce to justify $15 for a pizza.

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    Harmony S.

    This brewery has the best rotating options for all drinkers. Gluten free options, great IPA's, smooth stouts and mouth watering pizza with the best crust i've had in a while. The service is awesome & the guys can hang for real. Always have the games on the tv and a boppin playlist. TRY THEM OUT whenever you're in the area. Richter is where it's at:)

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    Leslie G.

    Been spending the last year going around and trying all the local breweries! Fun times. Beer flights is what I suggest if you aren't sure what to try. Many breweries love talking about their beer and will give samples in many cases. This place doesn't seem like they want to chat with their guests and educate on what they brew. No biggie - with flights you can figure it out yourself. They had some solid beer, but nothing that knocked my socks off. I love the decor and the tap handles are cool. I'd pop in again if in the area, but too many other breweries around to make much effort.

    Hanging out enjoying the sunshine!
    roberta m.

    We love to come and get some beer and hang out. They have a nice outdoor patio with sun or shade. The beer is great. Follow them on FB to see food trucks and pizza nights!

    two glasses of beer on a bar

    Been coming here for a while and owe this awesome place a review. By far my favorite brewery in the Northwest Peoria area. Beers are always on point and always hit the spot for many styles and their seltzers (yes they have their own seltzers) have now hit a point where those who aren't fans of beer LOVE their seltzers! Not super gassy and over carbonated so they drink and finish well. Food truck Fridays!!!! They have some of the best food trucks on Fridays. When they don't have food trucks, their in-house "Cade's Pizza Kitchen" is crazy delicious and always evolving. Great place! Support your local small business!

    Seven different Richter beers on tap.
    Ryan J.

    If I could give a million stars I would. How often do you find great taprooms with good bar food? With 13 taps of excellent Arizona craft beer and a little more than half being their own you can't go wrong stopping in here. If you want a snack try the jalapeño poppers, they are excellent.

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    Kierstyn J.

    This place is alright. It's a brewery but only two beers were theirs, and the bar tender pretended that they all were? The staff greeted us and then didn't pay much attention the rest of the time. Considering I work in the beer industry and was looking to get some kegs distributed, they didn't make a great impression at all. The other beers they had on tap were awesome. Theirs were alright. One tasted like Sculpin and the other was okay. Edit: Considering the condescending and unprofessional response I got from this review, here's a tip. A little training in hospitality and customer service goes a long way. Responses to criticism are not how you build your business. If a trip to California will help employees be more engaging and helpful in answering questions then by all means please stop by. Any form of criticism clearly does not go over well with your business so hopefully nobody else who walks through your doors is as unsatisfied or they'll really be given a reason to stay away. By the way, you really have no place to comment on unprofessionalism after your response. You're running a business, not being caddy to another girl in your high school class. P. S. Thank you for publicly showing how professional you are. I'm assuming you're the woman that stood at the end of bar, wearing cat ears, the entire 45 minutes we were there. Considering you said all of 2 things to us and the entirety of our visit was spent trying to ask questions to the younger gentleman behind the bar, I don't see how your nasty remarks are warranted. Please continue to act this way on a site where are trying to promote your business. I wish you the best of luck because it looks like you desperately need it. By the way, I never actually said I didn't like your beer. We just didn't find it very impressionable. Cheers.

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    Brandon B.

    Awesome family owned brewery/taproom! Always exceptional with service and food options are delicious as well! The entire gang is super friendly and knowledgeable! I definitely recommend this joint! Drink local and support local business!

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    9 years ago

    Great Beer!!! Food trucks on weekends! Friendly staff... Tv with the games on! Great place for playoffs!!

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    8 years ago

    Awesome neighborhood brewery with tasty menu!

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    9 years ago

    The buffalo ranch flatbread was great and the beer was top notch. Friendly service, I will definitely be coming back.

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    I love Richter Aleworks, it's the Cheers we needed. Friendly owners want to know you and serve excellent beer!

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    Throne Brewing - Hibiscus seltzer

    Throne Brewing

    4.1(411 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Walking into this place feels like stepping into your own neighborhood version of Cheers--the kind…read moreof spot where the bartenders actually know your name, your drink, and probably your story too. There's a genuine, laid-back energy here that you just can't fake, and it makes every visit feel like you're hanging out with friends rather than just grabbing a beer. A huge part of that comes from the people. Tiffany, the owner, has clearly built something special here--there's intention behind everything, and it shows. Deidra behind the bar is always attentive, on top of it, and great to talk to--she makes you feel taken care of without ever being over the top. And then there's Kyle...absolute character in the best way. The kind of bartender that brings personality to the place and makes every visit a little more memorable. The beer lineup is outstanding. Their in-house brews are dialed in, and if you know craft beer, you'll appreciate seeing things like Drekker sours on the guest tap list--hard to find and always a hit. And their Trick of the Light IPA from Throne? Absolute standout--crisp, balanced, and dangerously easy to keep going back for another. The food deserves just as much attention. The burgers are legit--juicy, flavorful, and cooked right every time. The sliders are perfect if you want to mix and match or just not commit to one thing, and the onion rings are next level--crispy, golden, and honestly some of the best you'll find anywhere. What really sets this place apart, though, is how unique it is to the area. It's not just another brewery--it's a true community spot. Places like this are rare, and they only stick around if people show up and support them. If you appreciate great beer, great food, and even better people, this is one of those spots you want to keep coming back to.

    Our group of four enjoyed dinner and drinks. The service was friendly and attentive, and make sure…read moreto scan the QR code to read the beer descriptions. We split sampler appetizer of pretzel, fried pickles, and onion rings. The portion was ample. I split the spicy burger which had cheese and roasted chilis on brioche bread, the beef patty was quite hearty and flavorful. Others in our party had burgers on pretzel bread and selected garlic Parmesan fries. We had a Mexican lager beer which was light. You can select up to two tastings, burgers come on pretzel or brioche bread and different flavors of French fries to choose from. The place was lively and we would definitely return.

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    Throne Brewing - Flights with friends!

    Flights with friends!

    Throne Brewing - Cheers

    Cheers

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    Cactus Taproom

    Cactus Taproom

    4.7(75 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
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    Jenna was a sweet bartender. She knows many regulars. Great selection on tap. Been coming on and…read moreoff for years. Good place for afternoon drinks.

    There are so many breweries, taprooms bars around the valley. Whatever you choose to all them…read morethere's definitely a chance you'll find one you love or have. We stopped on our way to check this spot out since we didn't know when we'd be in the area again. You won't find food at Cactus Taproom so if you're looking for a glass of whine, beer or a little of both this may be your spot. What caught my eye was they offer flights. I love flights because you get to try a little of quite a few to see what you like or don't. When we pulled into the lot I was surprised at how small it is. There is a bar of course, a handful of high top tables and a small patio. The place was packed. We somehow managed to snag the last available table. It was full of definite locals as many seemed familiar with each other. There was one man running the bar and though very busy he was friendly, patient and no one seemed to be having to wait long for drinks. The place was clean. I thought it was cool that they offered many fridges of different beers etc to purchase and take home or of course drink while there. If you read my reviews I love sour beers and this is part of why we came here. I tried both they had on tap and unfortunately wasn't a fan of either. We will have to come back and maybe try a few in the fridge section. I didn't want to try anything else and risk mixing wine etc. good local spot of just wanted to have a few drinks alone or with friends.

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    Cactus Taproom
    Cactus Taproom

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    Saddle Mountain Brewing Company - Beef Dip with Salad side. YUMMY

    Saddle Mountain Brewing Company

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    17.2 mi
    $$

    Awesome place. Traveling through and this looked good…read more Our lovely server took such good care of our family. Very reasonable prices and food was excellent with great kids meals (adult size burger very good). Every single employee we encountered was juts so nice, upbeat and fun. We will be back when we come out for spring training.

    Returned here after previously having a great experience having lunch with friends. Enjoyed the…read morepatio and expected the same for an evening experience. Live music was nearing the end on the patio and the night temp was comfortable so we sat outside. There was a medium size group by the couches and we sat at a nearby table. Initially the waitress was attentive, she gave us waters and silverware. Soon she became distracted talking to the group about traveling destinations and her upcoming trip to Hawaii. This was not a big deal until we waited 30 minutes to place our order and she still never came back to our table or even acknowledged we were there. We watched this waitress engage in a lively conversation even kneeling down by a customer and looking at pictures on his phone. What??? Are you working or socializing? We left without placing an order. Being ignored for that long even in plain sight of the server is unacceptable. This was a very disappointing experience and we won't be back.

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    Saddle Mountain Brewing Company - Stuffed Mushrooms - Cream cheese, sausage, lemon butter, lemon pesto aioli, Parmesan, roasted garlic, crostini

    Stuffed Mushrooms - Cream cheese, sausage, lemon butter, lemon pesto aioli, Parmesan, roasted garlic, crostini

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    Sample of sour on tap. Wasn't a fan unfortunately

    Arizona Wilderness DTPHX - Sanoran Cajun chicken sandwich

    Arizona Wilderness DTPHX

    4.4(888 reviews)
    17.5 mi
    $$

    Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company in Downtown Phoenix is a great place to bring your fur baby. The…read morerestaurant has a lot of open seating both inside and outside. There are two large bars with various locally brewed beers on tap. Many of the beers are by Arizona Wilderness. The outside patio is shaded and does have misters for the hot summer days. The restaurant also have a water station and shared doggy water bowls available for use. On Tuesdays all the tacos on the menu are $4. I got the Pulled Pork and the Beer Battered White Fish. Both were delicious. The restaurant also offers a number of shareable dishes and burgers. Will be coming back to try some of the other items. Bingo had a great time people watching and loves meeting other dogs when he is there. During the weekends this place does get very packed so go early if you want a spot. Bingo definitely approved of this spot.

    I love the ambiance and the indoor/outdoor seating options. They prioritize organic and non GMO…read moreingredients. They offer 100% grass fed beef burgers AND a nice vegetarian/vegan menu. Sodas and beverages are organic. Although I don't drink beer, they have plenty craft options. It can get loud between the crowd and music. I had the Organic Earth Bowl - Local Tepary beans, tomatoes, Brussies, sweet potatoes, wheat berries, avocado, golden beets, mixed greens, avocado-tomatillo dressing.

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    Arizona Wilderness DTPHX - Outside sitting area

    Outside sitting area

    Arizona Wilderness DTPHX - Beer Battered White Fish Taco

    Beer Battered White Fish Taco

    Arizona Wilderness DTPHX - Back patio is great!

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    Back patio is great!

    Barley & Smoke - Brussels

    Barley & Smoke

    4.5(66 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Ryan "The Head Bartender/Mixologist" is great, super personality, very knowledgeable and has some…read moregreat recommendations based on your taste preferences. Loved their Seasonal Old Fashions and Negroni's. Very well balanced and flavorful, Ryan may tweak if you have a preferred taste u maybe looking for. Food is always excellent.

    My husband and I made a last-minute dinner reservation and were able to grab the 8:30 pm seating at…read morethe bar, which worked out great. The bartender was friendly and attentive, and took our order quickly. By the time we arrived they had already sold out of the bone marrow small plate and the tomahawk steak. Totally understandable for the last seating of the night, but those were two of the dishes we were really looking forward to trying. The main reason for 1 less star. It's a cool little spot for drinks and a gourmet bite. The kitchen, bar, and seating area are fairly compact. Even though the kitchen is ventilated, you can still feel a bit of the heat and smoke coming off the grill. We ordered the grilled romaine salad (they do charge a small upcharge if you split plates), along with the bao buns and the wagyu meatballs. Everything was well presented, tasty. Overall, a great option for the west side if you're looking for elevated bar bites and good drinks. My tip: grab an earlier reservation if you can, so you have a better chance at the popular dishes before they sell out.

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    Barley & Smoke - Beautiful open concept

    Beautiful open concept

    Barley & Smoke - Mocha crème brûlée

    Mocha crème brûlée

    Barley & Smoke - Bar seating

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    Bar seating

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