Came here for the first time with a friend on a Thursday. They have a special where you purchase a pizza from the food truck and you get two free beers. Great deal! Beer selection was also great. I personally loved the amber ale and my friend had the fish taco one. Live music outside was a nice experience too! Will certainly be back to enjoy more brews! read more

Still a blast for trivia night every other Wednesdays! Great place to hang and have a good time with friends and family! read more

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Love this place! The beer is wonderful, and the service is so friendly. It's a very local establishment, but we've been in a few times and the bartenders we've had more than once always remember us even though we aren't regulars. They often have live music outside. There isn't food, besides some snack things like Popcorn Monkey popcorn available for purchase, but there are plenty of places very close so you can have something delivered or run out really quick and pick something up to go. read more

Great beer and great people. Bartenders are the best. Great live music. Puccios pizza is fantastic. read more

Awesome place. Great owner. Really fun place to hang and great atmosphere. The pinball games are a great touch.

If I could give it 0 stars I would. My husband and I went it here to get a beer while we decided where to go for dinner. There were 2 bar tender working with about 10 to 12 people in the bar. It appeared they were having issues with their POS system.After standing there for a good 5 to 7 minutes without even being acknowledged we walked out. Sometime I will give a place a second try. I don't think this will happen for this place. read more

Hands down the best brewery in the area. We love the rotating beers and in our opinion, there is something for everyone here. They have wine, seltzers, soda, etc but the beer is supreme. Sinistral introduced me to how delicious sours can be (any sour they put out with lactose is just amazing) and I haven't found a single IPA here that I don't like. The crew behind the bar is amazing and the bands they get are always great. Love the ambiance here. Can't go wrong! read more

Sinistral Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

One of my favorite Manassas locations! Perfectly located and they have a good selection for nonbeer drinkers, too. I love that they expanded the inside a bit so there's more seating. read more

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Sinistral Brewing is a very special little family-run brewery in the heart of Old Town Manassas. The owners have hearts of gold, the staff is friendly, and the beers and other beverages are delicious. The vibe is super chill with indoor and covered outdoor spaces with plenty of seating. Sinistral promotes and celebrates live music, with several music events during week and weekend, including open mics and fun casual jams with one of the owners. Most of the time the brewery hosts excellent food trucks to keep patrons well fed. Sinistral has hosted charity events and truly gives back to the community. read more

First time here at Sinistral! Really enjoy their IPAs. Small seating area, so arrive early! read more

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First timer... from NJ . Loved this place . I always love breweries and we tried this one . Really really loved their hei solskin ipa. Perfect blend and really smooth. We also took home some cans ... wish they had glass growlers.. we could have bought a few. Parking was good since we went on a weekday (after 8pm). Not sure how easy the parking is - on peak hours and weekends. Very nice service .. overall loved this place !! read more

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Came here during the first Friday fest with Fringe Benefit band playing outdoor and place was packed. Lucky they had beer stands outdoor to order. There were 2 variety I believe one was a lager and the other an IPA, the lager was slightly better taste wise, as the other was not as pronounced in terms of flavor and time. Because it was pretty busy customary or necessary service was lacking but I understand so 3 stars just because -- we had fun with the band playing Nirvana, Alanis, others, and some 80s and even Queen's We will rock you!" as we jammed with the lead singer right in front of the made up stage! She introduced herself as Julia during the break so that was nice! Therefore, Sinistral's score was carried by the band they hired for entertainment! read more

When Old Town Manassas has everything, they really do have everything. Across from The Bone is a small parking lot is the Sinistral Brewing Company. My boyfriend and I were trying to find the brewery that we walked around a block to find it, when clearly we could've walked through the parking lot. Sinistral Brewing has plenty of outdoor seating. The seating and tables were somewhat spaced out but most of us were cautious to keep our distance from one another. The inside of Sinistral Brewing was nice! I enjoyed the modern feel with the gray brick walls and wooden counters. There was even a light sign displaying, 'Sinistral' on the wall. We were taken right away and the staff were wearing face masks. I have noticed that they have hand sanitizers and would sanitize their hands before dealing with a customer. I ordered a Raspberry Tart beer (if only I remember the exact name of it!) and it was SUPER good! I'm a fruity person and I was amazed how well the beer tasted. My boyfriend ordered the Philsner (he remembered his beer than I) and he enjoyed his choice as well. If you ever take a look on their social media, please do! They have events almost every evening (Tuesdays - Saturdays)! I'd like to come back with my boyfriend to check these events out! read more

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Manassas it seems has become a magnet for start up breweries. Welcome to Sinistral; the most recent addition to the scene. This building has been idle for nearly 7 years after the fail of the oak barrel vendor. The inside has a nice long bar with plenty of seating and an HDTV with the beer types scrolling across the screen. There is plenty of seating for large and small groups and a lot of natural light. There are several HDTV's about the rooms that seem to be available for custom viewing. I stopped in on Independence Day to find a festive vibe and the patio filled with the music of Chris & Connor. There seemed to be a lot of families and they have a special temp controlled building where parents can take the youngsters to a small game room. There are outside bathrooms. I tried the Fish Taco which is a very odd name for a beer, right? It was very light and low abv and not a bad choice on a 95 degree day. The place was very clean and it's apparent it's well managed and cared for. They don't serve food but today, they had Zandras Food Truck. The start-up has been well document in the local news for the challenges experienced with the vendor who sold them their tanks. It's great to see the plan and vision lives on in this great neighborhood brewery. I really like that the bathroom is extra clean and feels like you are right at home. It made for a great way to start Independence day! #GodBlessAmerica read more

We visited Sinistral Brewing Company early one Sunday afternoon. We both ordered full tasting flights - seven beers in all. Overall, we enjoyed most of their beer offerings. I was especially impressed with the "Little Grey IPA" and their "U Betcha NEIPA." Least favorite beer was their "St. Nix Fix Winter Ale." A little to heavy and cloying on the spices. Overall, most of their ales were well-executed and enjoyable. We look forward to coming back and trying even more of their brews! #SinistralBrewingCompany read more

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Good time. Relaxed atmosphere. Enjoyed the beer and frozen seltzers. Bands and food are always a plus. read more

Sinistral Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

I heart family owned and operated businesses. Great venue with a cool vibe. Inside and outside seating areas. Extensive beer menu to satisfy everyone's tastes including IPAs, sours and stouts. Live music and you can bring your own food. read more

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This brewery is superb in so many ways. The staff is great. The owners are also good people. I go here at least once a week for the music and the outstanding beer. Thanks to Blane and the team for everything. read more

Absolutely love this spot. Right in the middle of tons of eateries and they occasionally have food trucks, but what brings us back is the beer and the staff. They have some of the most interesting beers on tap. read more

Great vibe, super friendly service, good beer, decent amount of seating, both inside and outside.

Excelent place..awesome brewery you definitely have to try their Irish Stout, is like milk. read more

Sinistral Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

I love it here! I've been going to trivia for years, it's the best trivia in the area! Personally I'm not a beer drinker, however all the friends I've brought here love the beer! Gil is a great bartender! read more

Our server was super personable. He let us try a few before we decided. The atmosphere was great and the beer choices were too. They have sours, darks and ipa. So there are options for all. This was our second visit and I'm sure we will be back. read more

You know the show "Cheers"? Definitely that kind of place! The bartender Gil is the kindest down to earth guy and the people who go are usually really friendly and feel like family! Im not a beer person but I love the kombucha drink they have! read more

Great beer and snacks. Nice outdoor space with games and plenty of tables. Good for families. We love coming here when the weather is warm because old town Manassas closes off their streets at night and has bands play. There is a stage right in front of Sinistral. Small but you don't always feel like going to a place like 2 silos and dealing with overpriced, lackluster beer and crowds. read more

A local gathering spot where the world slows down enough that you can catch up a little! Relax, enjoy talented performers & play outside on their awesome patio!! This whimsical, happy, family owned & operated spot in historic downtown Manassas is worth a visit! read more

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Nice little place; not quite as big as I somehow thought it would be, but a good spot in a nice neighborhood. I visited on a semi-cool day, so I didn't partake on the patio like some. I don't think they can do food trucks here, but there are lots of eateries in the area so I don't think bringing food would be an issue. It did have a lot of open windows to take advantage of good weather. Their tap was heavy on the IPAs, so I didn't try much of their lineup. But I did like a few of what I did get: Fish Taco Lager: No it's not a typo - that's the name! Noticeable lime notes. Goes will with fish tacos (although I didn't personally test this out). Favorite of the line-up. Porter: Smooth, creamy like a stout. Definitely one of the better porters I've had in a while. Orange Cream: Tasted like eating an orange cream ice cream. Different...maybe not a retry, though. Amber: OK, some hop notes but not a retry. read more

What a great line up of exceptionally well crafted beer, all in a cool, hip setting. Inside at the bar it is sleek, outside the area is comfortable with heaters, tables and chairs and space for outdoor games. The place is a happening place in downtown Manassas, especially on the weekends. So what to try -the Margarita -Lager Iceberg was interesting. Green and served with crushed ice - quite refreshing, even on the snowy day I was there - must try. The Camryn's Poker-Faced Porter and the Decoy Dunkelweizen as well as Garcia's Stout were stand out favorites. Sinistral is a force to be reckoned with - if you want to experience a cool place with tasty and enjoyably drinkable beers, then put Sinistral on your to do list. read more

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Visited here yesterday for the first time. They have a decent sized open space for people to sit and stay for a while. We stopped here for a beer each after having dinner nearby. They are still practicing social distancing as they are following phase 2 guidelines. I would definitely come back here again! read more

Nice little indoor/ outdoor brewery with pretty good service and atmosphere. I'm not giving stars all stars because there is no food outside of popcorn& smoothies and there were only about 5-7 choices of beer and drinks on the menu. More drink options and real food is needed for regular visits. I do like how they have local vibe and friendly staff. read more

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I was with a group of people listening to music at Sinistral Brewing last night. I've been there before and had a great time drinking good beer. Last night was different. Our whole group tasted or ordered almost every beer option that was offered. None of them were any good. What is going on? The beer was all watered down. We then tried all of the wines. They were not good either. We are not snobs, but there should at least be something decent offered. I've always found something I liked in the past. This time was different. It was the same way for our group. We talked about not going back again. Please stop cutting corners and diluting your beer. You've done better in the past. read more

Sinistral has done a great job with beers, live music on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The place is well decorated and local artist painting the outside walls. Food trucks are always good and fun pop-up food ideas Perogies, Brats, Wagyu Burgers all special pop-up. read more

Sinsitral is a great place. The owners and bartenders make you feel like family. My friend and I moved from PA and they made us feel at home! Great music, great beer and great company! Get the slush topping. Kudos to an amazing bar with even better beer. read more

Sinistral Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

My boyfriend and I love this spot! Great location and the staff is always friendly. Best part beer is great! We are making this a weekend thing now, love the live music, love the vibes! read more

We love this local brewery! Gil (hope I spelled it correctly!) is an amazing bartender. We go here often - and always have a great time! Beer is awesome- the place is awesome- everything is just brilliant. read more

Nice spot in downtown Manassas. Parking can be difficult, but dog-friendly. Favorites included the Key Lime Berliner Weisse and Camryn's Poker-Faced Porter. The porter pairs well with the complimentary Hershey Kisses. read more

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Disappointed. If you own or manage a business, it goes a long way to simply say hi or smile upon their entry. Walked up to the bar, smiled and said hi... guy just glares at me and walks off. Never ever spoke once. Fortunately, the two ladies behind the bar were much more welcoming and very helpful. Great music, seating and games outdoor as well. B/c the bar is open to outside, there are LOTS of flies. But they don't serve food, so no worries there. They do sell snacks, coffee and slushies. As someone else said, I try to support the locals/breweries and was really looking forward to finally trying this place. But after that, I don't plan to come back. Beers were limited and mediocre, IMO. He left a really bad impression on me. You got what you wanted. read more

Fantastic family owned and run brewery. Everyone who works there has a sense of alchemy and passion for the craft of brewing. The vibe is cozy and fun. I loved the slushy float idea in my beer! read more

Service and ambiance are a premium... and the beer is great also! Even if you're not a "beer" fan/purist per se, try the lager with a frozen lemonade floater... anyone can drink it! Bring the whole family; there's plenty of games, snacks, and live entertainment. Owner Blane has been in the industry 20 years, and he and his staff know how to treat their guests. The staff is warm, welcoming, and friendly. I highly recommend this old town gem! read more

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We went to this place by recommendation from another brewery in the area. They told us that they're new and that people love the beer so much that this (currently) smaller operation runs out of some of the beers on tap. The location is great, with a parking lot across the street. It looks smaller from the outside than it actually is. They have 2 buildings and a patio. They also had live music while I was there which was a nice touch being that it wasn't loud enough to drown out a personal conversation. I also took time to explore the second building and it has a speaker you can play your own music on and is full of games to enjoy with company! My boyfriend and I got the IPA and both really enjoyed it. They had a couple sours on tap (I'm not a fan, but if you are they got it). The menu also shows what they have brewing, and I'm super excited to come back and try some of the brews they have in the works! read more