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    Russian River Brewing

    4.0 (3.8k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Brewpubs
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    RUSSIAN RIVER BREWING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Brandy L.

    Service was fast and friendly. Food was great. Love the vegan pizza is just pizza no cheese. Ymmm. Typical pizza joint look inside with games playing on tv . Great place for a casual meal and a beer .

    Laura A.

    Sundays they have all day happy hour. They have the best wings. You get 8 bone-in for $17 and choice of two sauces. The Pliny sauce is spicy! You already know their beer is top notch!

    Russian River behind the bar
    Aimee K.

    Someone absolutely needed to visit the mother ship from whence Pliny The Elder is sourced and they were happy as can be! We lucked out by snagging a table near the bar so it was as if we had landed a premium seat at a beer concert! We got some sampling flights of several beers on tap and enjoyed the experience and did some people watching too. Our server Annie was excellent and fun to chat with too. We didn't eat here since we already had dinner reservations but she was kind enough to make some recommendations to us for what we should try. She even let me try the hop water before I committed to ordering a pint since I didn't want any alcohol at that time. We need to make plans to return again to try their Pliny The Younger when it is released. Next time, we'll plan to have a meal there so we can linger longer and hope we'll be able to sit in Annie's section again because she was so nice! Visiting Russian River Brewing Company was a great experience and we'd highly recommend a visit here! If only we knew it was here before when we visited the area all the other times! Now that we know (and you do too) we'll plan our visit around a stop here and hope to see you there!

    Flight from the Russian River Brewing Company
    Karalina H.

    If I were only rating the beer and its selection, I would give Russian River Brewing Company 5 stars. The beer is amazing! I really enjoy getting the flights and trying all the beer available. I think it's the best way to figure out what you like and then follow your favorites on future visits. Unfortunately, I would give only 2 or maybe 3 stars to the pizza. We had the Mikey pizza, and while it wasn't terrible, I can't say it was that good either. The pizza had a good crispy crust, which I liked, but the sauce and toppings didn't bring much flavor. Service is a good 4. Our waitress was nice and checked on us from time to time. On busy days it can be hard to find good seating, and parking nearby can also be a challenge. Overall, I enjoy coming here mainly for the drinks. My favorites are Happy Hops (IPA), MIND CIRCUS (Hazy IPA), and VELVET GLOW (Helles-Style Lager).

    Bbq Chicken Salad with chipotle ranch No beans
    Michelle H.

    Food was good! The pizza tasted good and I liked the amount of toppings they put. It was kind of a generic pizza though and it was a lot spicier than I expected, but overall it was a better than average pizza. The salad was great and I liked the amount of chicken they put. It was also a tad spicier than I thought but it was still good. Their house beer is pretty good even to me, and I don't usually like the taste of IPAs. Service was good, our server was very friendly and super knowledgable about the menu. The vibe is nice and casual. Similar to a sports bar but without the TVs. I do wish the tables were a bit bigger though

    Calzone
    Sara M.

    Discovered this spot on Yelp and instantly knew we'd love it! It's a classic hometown brewery with a great menu, eclectic decor, and a super welcoming vibe. Even on a rainy midweek night, the place was packed, but after a 30 min wait, Marlon greeted us and gave excellent service. I was originally set on a salad, but then my hubby pointed out the special: a slice of pepperoni pizza with a side garden salad - for just $10! Perfect portion, exactly what I wanted, and absolutely delicious. Hubby devoured his calzone and washed it down with a hazy IPA - he loved it!

    Alexander G.

    Russian River Brewing is one of those pilgrimage sites for beer fans and I was happy to make it a big part of my recent trip. I visited this original location twice and had a wonderfully different experience both times. If you're a beer fan, this is a must visit stop! From the outside it's unassuming with outdoor seating. They have a merchandise and to-go side store that was closed on both visits. I was surprised how small this location is, with large bar along the left wall, small tables in this area, and larger ones to the right. The kitchen and restrooms take up most of the back. All the staff here were wonderful and welcoming. My first visit I sat at the bar and enjoyed the California flight of their American styles. Their flight trays are epic and you can opt to do just the CA, just Belgian, or all. I also ordered a pizza and asked for hot sauce- their Pliny Sauce is amazing if you like spicy, and bottles are available to go for $10. Prices overall for food and drinks were reasonable. On the second visit a couple days later I had the Belgian flight and thoroughly enjoyed tasting and reading about each one. Some are not my favorite styles but I appreciated them regardless. If you're a pair or small group, I definitely recommend sharing. All the old brewery kitsch makes for a fun ambience as well. I loved my visits here and hope to come again soon!

    Akash S.

    Great selection of beers. Pliny the younger triple IPA was excellent. Food and music was great. Except for the long but expected wait times during the release window.

    Californian sampler, seating and bar in background
    Brenda B.

    Great location, convenient & plentiful parking outside is $1.50 an hour. Fun quirky and cool interior with comfortable seatjng. We were seated quickly and our waitress Ruby was fun and efficient. The margarita pizza was delicious, a medium was enough for three of us. We ended up doing both samplers/ flights- perfect size for two people to split with an immense variety to try. The larger sampler is the Californian and then the smaller sampler was a whole collection of Belgian brews. My husband isn't usually into sour beers, but the Belgian collection included three and he was delighted by them all! So glad we stopped in for this lovely experience.

    Mikey
    Joseph D.

    I recently relocated here and was recommended to come here by some coworkers. The service was very good our server was able to recommend us some of his favorites on the menu such as the Baked Artichoke & Spinach Dip. I had some questions about which of the beers on tap to try and to my surprise they serve a full flight of all their beers on the menu. The value was too good to pass up so my gf and I tried them all. Will definitely be back to try the wings and the Pliny Bites on my next visit.

    Hummus plate
    Kristina B.

    As soon as we landed in San Francisco, my boyfriend rented a car so we could come out to Santa Rosa for pizza and beers. It was a little ways out, but the lovely scenic view (thanks to the traffic) made it worth the wait. Apparently, the Pliny the Elder is a must have when you come here. I opted for the HopWater which I believe is made in house and it was amazing. Don't sleep on the hummus plate either. It was full of fresh veggies and warm, buttery pita. The hummus was full of flavor and one if the best I've had. The pizza was perfect. So good in fact that I'm glad I don't live nearby because I would really need a cardiologist on demand. The crust was crispy and chewy and it was LOADED with pepperoni. My only complaint was that the service was a little slow. We couldn't find our server a couple times, most importantly when we were ready to leave so not to be noncompliant with the parking meters. In any event, she was super sweet and responsive when we had her attention. 10/10

    Grace M.

    We came for the Pliny the younger event, so this review is 3 months late! However we had a great time and the staff was prepared and ready to help! The food was delicious and we enjoyed the beer. The wings were amazing and the Pliny bites and pepperoni pizza were hits. Come during a sporting event or other hang out with friends and it's sure to be a hit. I love when a brewery has great food and beer!

    Will S.

    Fun place,good food and beer... simple fare, pizzas, sandwich etc If in the area, something to,check out....we had to drive a ways, not sure if I would make a trip again....

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    Are any beers brewed at this location?

    I just lost my CA drivers license and have gone to the DMV and purchased a replacement one however, I only have a temporary DL currently. I have a US passport as well as a picture of my Drivers License before it was lost can I use for identification?

    A non-expired Passport is a legal form of identification and should be accepted everywhere in California by law. You shouldn't be turned away.

    Can we bring family , like children to the restaurant Brewing?

    Absolutely! We were there about a month ago and there were many family groups inside. If weather is good, nice outside seating, too. Great menu. Of course, the beer is fabulous

    Are there TVs to catch a game?

    No there aren't

    Is there bike parking within view of the outdoor area?

    No, but you may be able to lock adjacent to the their patio fencing.

    Is there a kids menu? Thank you!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes, at the outdoor tables. Not inside.

    Hello- do you carry Pliny Younger at this time?

    Hi Derek N., Thank you for reaching out. RRBC's Pliny the Younger triple IPA is a seasonal beer… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    No. They will take your name and number once you arrive in Santa Rosa and text you when your table is ready.

    Do you carry. non alcoholic beer?

    We do not carry non-alcoholic beer. Thanks for asking!

    Are dogs allowed for outdoor dining?

    Absolutely!!!!!!!

    I've heard there can be a long wait here (line around the block). Is that only for buying beer in bulk, or is it for lunch? Can you go for lunch and buy beer in bulk from your table to go?

    Weekends are busiest at both of our brewpubs but the only wait lines we've seen that line around the block are for beer releases such as our annual Pliny the Younger release. There may be a wait for lunch or dinner but generally during the week you… Read more

    What are the happy hour specials?

    Some, but not all, pints are discounted by $1-$3. I would call ahead for price and availability. Wait times can be long as seating is limited so I would suggest an off time.

    What's a typical wait at lunch time on a weekend?

    I would say anywhere from 20-40 minutes

    How is the wait time tonight to get in?

    Last night Windsor was about 1 1/2 hour wait

    What time does the kitchen close?

    I'm pretty sure you can go on the website and get that information . I was just a tourist

    How much does a case of Pliny the Elder cost?

    Qty 2 - 12 packs of Pliny bottles can be purchased per person per day.

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    I would check the device (camera/smartphone, etc) in which you took the picture.

    Is it okay for a kid?

    Yes, the restaurant offers a kid friendly atmosphere however the average wait time for a table on a regular day is 40 min. this is after you've waited in line to get inside.

    Is this dog friendly?

    Only way is by leashing dog on the outside of patio area

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