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Strange Roots Experimental Ales

4.4 (25 reviews)
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Cassie W.

We enjoyed our time there and the food was good but there was only 1 beer we liked (which was juicy/hazy) - the rest of the beer options were pretty much all sours. The layout and experience isn't ideal - it's super loud when you're inside, the section where you order is right where people are walking in so that gets clustered, the service at the bar was a little slow and they messed up our order twice because they couldn't hear us. We would go back & recommend to those who haven't been, but there's a lot of opportunity to improve here.

Steyn T.

Let me introduce you to a little hidden gem in Gibsonia called "Strange Roots Experimental Ales". This ale house w/ its unique concepts has literally redefined what a brewery is in general, and doesn't hid the fact they are trying to be different then other breweries. The parking for the time being is limited so you have to show up early to be able to find a good place to fit in, but be warned they are only opened for 2 days out of the week since they have more than one location. Timing is everything at Strange Roots since they are only opened for 2 days out of the week as I had mentioned, but the drinks which are experimental inside are worth the wait as is the scenario. The schedule so far is (2 days as promised): Friday 5-10:00pm Saturday 2-10:00pm And it should also be noted they have no intention of ever making Pumpkin Beer/Pumpkin Spice Beer since they aim to be different, and they are very up front about it as well. At current they do not serve there own food, but instead have food trucks which park in the back. I believe they have plans to eventually serve there own food, and have in the wood works more days in mind to open for operation (all pending still of course). The food truck list is posted on there main Website for there Gibsonia location, and the food trucks are on a revolving schedule so you always have something new. Strange Roots open concept for the brewery in Gibsonia is very special as I had mentioned, but weather it will be fully open during the winter is another story in itself. As of now they have no plans to have any turns set in place, but that could of course change over time so you may want to check in on that when you are there. Was able to try there complete summer beer list on site, and by far there "Dandelion Beer" (also known as Bumble Lion) is the best, but sadly is no longer being made since it is officially out of season. (Not sure on the Fall menu yet) Paper Parachute was another great beer they make, but you will have to ask in person what is on tap or what they have in general to find out what is still in season and being produced. Beer List: - Action/Reaction (5.1% ABV) - Brewers Tap - Cantaloupe and mint grisette (5% ABV) - Desert Wolf (4.7% ABV) - Into the Grey (4.8% ABV) - Paper Parachute (5.1% ABV) - Puncheon Aged Goedenacht (9.5% ABV) - Rollin with the Puncheons (6.7% ABV) - Summer Ghost (5.1% ABV) - The Great Pretender (8.1% ABV) - The Koel - Aid Concord (8.4% ABV) - Ursula (7.6% ABV) - Agent Orange (9% ABV) - Bumble Lion (7.4% ABV) - Puncheon Aged Goedenacht (9.5% ABV) - Razmata (6.4% ABV) - Skin to Skin (5.1% ABV) - The Gran Paw (5.6% ABV) - Ursula (7.6% ABV) The only question I would ask when there again is where is my Bumble Lion beer, and what kind of xmas beer will you be making if any at all for this year.

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Very nice place! I was pleasantly surprised how the inside looks. I tried the tart burst beer and it was great! They have a beautiful outside area with a food truck. Awesome atmosphere and will be going back.

New place in Gibsonia..enjoy a new brewery option! Many unique brew choices.. fun atmosphere!

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Sours all tasted the same , staff not friendly at gibsonia location , very depressing place used to be really cool

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Very cool ambiance and nice outdoor seating area with kids and dogs allowed. Great beer selection.

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This is one of my favorite breweries in the area. Decor is amazing and if you love sour beers this place will not disappoint.

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Great place with lots of beer choices and a cool atmosphere. Their food is really good and priced well!

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Great experience overall. Food was very good, beers were tasty and band (Living Street) was awesome. Will definitely return.

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Dough Daddy Brewery

Dough Daddy Brewery

3.7(48 reviews)
0.0 mi

I had to try the hot dogs because I am doing a hot dog tour. It was a big hot dog!! I got the Rocco…read moreand my bestie got the buster. We both enjoyed them!! I will say I wish the bun was smaller, it is just too much bread. The onion rings were great. The sugar pretzel was good could use a little more seasoning on it though.

I stopped by here a couple of Saturdays ago with my wife for a date night. We had purchased some…read morevouchers to use here through JustPayHalf. If it hadn't been for that site, I don't think I would have known that this place existed. The building itself gives off a warehouse-type vibe, and it is a seat-yourself kind of place. Inside, they have a large bar, some tables, and some comfier seating that you would normally find at coffee shops. They also have plenty of outdoor seating, both covered and uncovered. As you might expect from an establishment like this that serves pizza and beer, they catered to families as well as other customers. Since we were there on a Saturday night, they also had some live music going on outside. As I often do when visiting a new brewery, I went with a flight this evening. I ended up choosing the Bone Daddy pumpkin beer, Traveling Wit, Curious George blackberry cream ale, and Bloodbath IPA. First up was the Bone Daddy, which was light at the start, with the flavor kicking in from the middle through the finish. The pumpkin was there, but it wasn't what I would traditionally think of as a pumpkin beer, as it leaned more toward sweet pumpkin than spices, at least for my palate. Second was the Traveling Wit, which was also smooth to start. You could really taste the citrus and coriander on the finish, and it was undeniably a wit beer. Next was the Curious George blackberry cream ale, which had a pleasing blackberry flavor right from the start before the cream kicked in. While I liked the first two flavors, I wasn't a fan of the finish, as it had some weird spice or herb flavor. Last, but certainly not least, was the Bloodbath. This was actually a pretty good IPA, as it was hoppy throughout while still being restrained. You could definitely taste the blood orange as well, and that flavor persisted through the finish, which was nice. Out of the bunch, I liked the Bloodbath the best, followed by the wit. For dinner, my wife and I decided to split the Nacho Daddy, described as pulled buffalo chicken, Granddaddy Lager beer cheese, grape tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, cheddar cheese, chives, and ranch. We also ordered the Murphy's Mart pizza, in the tavern-style and the pizza was described as having award-winning vodka sauce, cup-and-char sausage, a pepper medley, arugula, and shaved Parmesan. We knew the pizza was going to take a while, and it did take about an hour to come out. The weird thing was that we were still waiting for our appetizer at that point. I expected it to arrive shortly afterward, but nope, it took a full 90 minutes for our nachos to arrive. For context, the people who came in after us ordered a pizza, knocked half of it on the ground, and received a replacement before our nachos came out. Let's talk about that pizza, though, because both my wife and I found it delicious. The crust was nice and thin and crispy, which made it easy to eat a decent amount of it. The vodka sauce was delicious, just as advertised, and the cheese added a good amount of flavor. Finally, the peppers added a kick of heat to the pizza, which I thoroughly enjoyed, while the meat added some good flavor as well. Once we finally got the nachos, we immediately boxed them up to take home because we were full from the pizza. After asking to speak to a manager, our waitress comped the nachos, so we weren't charged for them. Apparently, they fry the tortilla chips themselves when an order comes in, but as an appetizer, this is something that should come out relatively quickly. When I finally tried the nachos at home, I found them tasty and especially liked the beer cheese. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. While the wait for our appetizer wasn't ideal, both my wife and I enjoyed the food. It also helps that this is the type of place where we can bring our family.

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Cinderlands Taproom -  Wexford - Cinderlands Patio and Cindis Hard Mt Tea

Cinderlands Taproom - Wexford

4.1(22 reviews)
7.5 mi

Made an impromptu stop into this satellite brewery pub on Saturday and were very pleased…read more We sat at the bar and had a great chat with Paul who was minding the bar. He allowed us to sample a few beers and made suggestions to help us choose. There were a few hazy options as well as a black IPA. There is food onsite, which is supplied by sandwich shop Long Story short. The menu includes soft pretzel, pizza and a quesadilla. We had the quesadilla which was filled with tasty seasoned shredded beef. Also had the pretzel which came with mustard but surprisingly not beer cheese! The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed. There is a nice outdoor space that we will check out when it gets a bit warmer. Glad we found this place and look forward to visiting again soon!

Came here with friends on a Friday night and happily surprised it wasn't packed. It was also vinyl…read morenight so people were able to play their favorite records they brought or select from their collection. They also have 2 tvs around the room, giving you the ability to watch sports. This made for a super comfortable atmosphere to relax and enjoy time together. Their menu at this location is a bit limited, especially if you want something on draft. Their stout beers and IPAs are all on tap but lagers are only available in can and only 4 options. I ordered the Lil Cinder out of the can, which was a wonderfully cheap $3. It's one of my favorites at their other location and was happy it had a consistent smooth and refreshing taste out of the can too. I would have liked some more beer options, like sour or wheat beers, but understand it's only the taproom.

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Cinderlands Patio for Dog Days

Cinderlands Taproom -  Wexford - Interior

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

3.0(481 reviews)
6.7 mi
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I've visited BJ's Brewhouse twice and had a great experience both times. My first visit was before…read morea wedding, and I really enjoyed trying the margarita flight. On my second visit, I ordered a margarita with chips and salsa. The kitchen was very accommodating and allowed me to substitute a double order of salad instead of the usual salsa and guacamole, which I appreciated. The service was friendly, the food and drinks were enjoyable, and parking was easy and convenient. I'll definitely be back again.

A random Monday night. Three people. A craving for pizza. And the irresistible lure of BJ's $19…read morepizza night. What could possibly go wrong? Walking into BJ's is like opening a phone book from 1997. The menu is absolutely limitless. Page after page after page of "Sure, we can make that too." If you've ever thought, "I wish one restaurant served pizza, pasta, burgers, tacos, steaks, salads, and probably auto parts," BJ's has you covered. The restaurant is huge and has a long bar. World Cup Soccer was playing...seemed like it could be a fun place to watch sports. We started with beers, a glass of wine, and the spinach artichoke dip. The dip arrived quickly, which was impressive. The dip itself? Perfectly adequate. Not bad. Not good. Just existing. It was the Switzerland of appetizers. Next up, a salad and the burrata pizza. Fair warning: the pizza that arrived appeared to have only a passing acquaintance with the glamorous model featured in the menu photo. Apparently, the menu photographer deserves a raise. The salad and pizza hit the table, but our drinks were still on a spiritual journey somewhere between the bar and our booth. Thankfully, we had water, because dehydration was beginning to feel like a real possibility. Eventually the drinks arrived and we dug in. The pizza was... mediocre. Not offensively bad. Not memorable. Just aggressively average. Somehow it also managed to be dry, which is an impressive achievement for pizza. We asked for extra sauce, and our server happily brought out a cup. Unfortunately, the sauce appeared to have come directly from a refrigerator..... Nothing says "fresh pizza enhancement" quite like cold, cold marinara. To be fair, our server was pleasant, friendly, and genuinely trying his best. He was easily the highlight of the meal. Will we be back? Probably not. With a menu that large, you'd think they'd eventually stumble into greatness. On this visit, they mostly stumbled into mediocrity.

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Wonderful seat at a booth by the bar

Wonderful seat at a booth by the bar

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Xtra Innings Sports Bar and Grille

Xtra Innings Sports Bar and Grille

4.0(23 reviews)
4.3 mi
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I stopped into this place on a rainy Saturday afternoon for a beer and a quick bite to eat. I…read morealmost drove right by it as there isn't a prominent sign out front aside the old-school signs that have click in letters - the kind you see outside of a fire hall. The bar: A big open room with a massive wrap around bar that seats probably 30. There are another 20 or 30 tables. The theme is total sports bar with A bunch of screens and the walls are painted green like a baseball outfield. About 50 feet from the main bar / dining room they have a game room for the kids which was pretty popular the day I was there. They seem to keep the kids entertained. The staff: I say at the bar and the entire wait staff greeted me with a smile and a hello. The service was quick and my drink was refilled by someone other than the waitress that was taking care of me. I got the sense that everyone enjoyed working with each other. The food: I had the philly cheese steak hoagie which was very good. Most notably the roll was super-fresh and the portion size was big bit not obscene. The fries were clearly frozen mass-produced but they were perfectly cooked (crispy, hot) and they used some sort of seasoned-salt on them which was a nice touch. The owner?: A big bald dude came out of the kitchen saying hello to the patrons and told some regulars about a golf outing that he was planning in support of pediatric cancer. Guy checked in with the guests and his staff. Seemed to have things in order - respected his leadership. Overall: I'm not surprised this place was packed at 12:45 on a Saturday. Food was great, reasonable prices, great beer selection, great staff, engaged owner. Only recommendation would be a better sign out front and perhaps something to cut down on the noise in the bar. Will be back.

Great place! Hidden gem outside of Pittsburgh.. staff is phenomenal and the food is fresh! Wings…read moreare HUGE! Everything is made to order! Beer is COLD! Local to us but maybe off the beaten path for most however I would definitely make this a destination for the experience. I have several recommendations! Just start with breakfast!!! I personally love the steak wrap and the husband recommends the infield fly! Bring an appetite Xtra Innings isn't stingy on their portions!

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Xtra Innings Sports Bar and Grille - Poster

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Xtra Innings Sports Bar and Grille - White pizza

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White pizza

Acrospire Brewing Company - They have beer cheese!

Acrospire Brewing Company

4.6(18 reviews)
7.0 mi

Easy to get to! A couple of miles and turns past Westinghouse's new Etna technology center at…read moreShaler Titans football field! Small brewery with big flavor! Beer is delicious - we tried Butternut Squash Harvest Ale, Dubbel Secret Probation bock, and Caramel Porter, all full bodied and tasty! We will visit again and we want them to come to our town!

I stopped by here earlier today with my wife for some evening beverages. I originally wasn't…read moreplanning on Acrospire, but it ended up being our audible whenever the Pirates game was ending at the same time we were heading out. The inside of this brewery has a relaxed, open vibe with plenty of natural wood tables, metal chairs, a visible brewing area in the back, and colorful string lights hanging across the ceiling. There's a chalkboard mural on the wall and a Pride flag (since it was Pride month) adding to the welcoming atmosphere. There's also a well-stocked kids corner with books, puzzles, games, and art supplies, which is a great touch for families like ours. Outside of the beer, it looks like they often host different food vendors inside the kitchen space. As I often do when visiting a new brewery, I decided to go with a flight. It consisted of five beers: Joe Brown (coffee brown ale), Hear No Evil (honey ginger wheat), Honeycomb (oat honey ale), ChatBRU (west coast IPA), and Apple Pie Sour (sour ale). First up was the Joe Brown and it started with a solid coffee flavor and finished with rich toasted malts. Up second was the Hear No Evil which was A bold honey ginger wheat with ginger dominating from start to finish, leaving a lingering spice on the palate. Thurs was the Honeycomb which has Sweetness from the honey hit up front, followed by a more mellow oat finish. Fourth was the ChatBRU which was Smooth at first before diving into hoppy bitterness that lingered long after the sip. Last and certainly not least was the Apple Pie Sour. My first sip was mostly the cinnamon and sugar rim, which added a nice touch with a little salt on the finish. The second sip, without the rim, delivered a strong apple flavor that lingered nicely. I could absolutely see how they named it, as it genuinely tasted like apple pie. Out of the bunch, I ended up liking the Apple Pie Sour the most, closely followed by the Joe Brown. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. I enjoyed my beers, and my wife and I found it to be a super chill place. We loved that we could possibly bring our kids thanks to the thoughtful kids corner.

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Acrospire Brewing Company - New taproom

New taproom

Acrospire Brewing Company - Kids area

Kids area

Acrospire Brewing Company - Beer list 6/28/2025

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Beer list 6/28/2025

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