This place is super disappointing for what it could actually be as the only watering hole in the area.
I've come here a few times since moving to the area but it's simply unappealing. None of the beers are all that good. I've tried regularly in hopes that my mind changes. The 'Big Stink' is basically the only drinkable but nothing special at all. Don't spend your money on a flight!
The service here is completely hit and miss. Certain staff seem to be decent while others seem completely uninterested in being there - including the owner himself! In the half dozen times we've come in, I don't think we've seen the owner chat or acknowledge anyone who isn't a regular. He seems very socially awkward which is a weird quality for someone running a brewery. The dynamic between staff is very obviously awkward as they don't chat or seem to have any rapport at all.
The atmosphere also isn't very inviting. Lighting is very dim and table sizes are hugely awkward. Don't sit at the bar top at the windows - the stools are rickety! The patio takes the cake for being the most useless use of 2x4s you could ever imagine! Enjoy two boards cutting into your thighs and getting splinters. You likely won't get too uncomfortable because you'll leave before you wait too long to even be served out there!
If you come in, a sign asks you to wait to be seated. Don't assume someone will seat you - the bartender will yell from behind the bar to 'sit wherever you'd like'.
My favourite seating are the booths that are down the aisle to the kitchen right outside the (very outdated) washrooms! Can't imagine whose idea that was!
While the food quality/menu has gotten slightly better in the last two years, the prices have gone way up while portions have gone way down! Not worth it to eat here and drink mediocre beer.
Overall, we haven't had one really great experience here even after multiple visits. If you're looking for way better beer, an inviting atmosphere with a great patio, head a little down the 201 to Lunn's Mill; their food is just typical pub food, but your experience overall will be MUCH better if you're looking to enjoy your evening! read more