Finished running a bunch of errands and recognized that we were in the neighborhood. Dropped in for…read morea few pints. Entered and immediately greeted by the bartender and two customer dogs lol. Ordered some beers that we hadn't heard of for the first round (Ghost Town "Sardonic" - great, and Ghost Town "Hop Clot" - good but with a funky aftertaste), and ordered Pliney the Elder for our second (always a safe pick.) Friendly bartender, friendly interactive clientele, clean bar, clean bathroom, just a nice relaxing afternoon in San Carlos.

Came here Friday night around 6:30ish. It wasn't too busy. They have both outdoor and indoor…read moreseating. They have beer and wine. We all got hazy IPAs and sat outside. They allow dogs outside.

I always come here because it's super close to the CalTrain station here in San Carlos. I like the…read morebig selection that they have, and they also have a fridge full of different types so I can choose if I want an IPA, hard seltzer, lager, etc. All the staff is very attentive and you can try as many samples as you need to make your choice. I have a few favorites but you can also get the beer flight to try new ones!! I also like that they have lots of outdoor seating, and indoor seating as well. It's a vibe, they usually play whatever sports game is happening and i: always positive, the crowd is chill!

Came here to celebrate a birthday and was pleasantly surprised by how much Out of the Barrel…read moredelivers for a relatively newer craft beer taproom in San Carlos. Right when you walk in, the vibe feels welcoming and easygoing--perfect for groups or even a casual solo stop. The space has a great indoor/outdoor setup, so you can choose between a lively indoor atmosphere or a more relaxed patio feel depending on your mood. There are also a few TVs around, making it a solid spot to catch a game while hanging out. What really stood out was their impressive selection--30+ beers and seltzers on tap, with a little bit of everything for all tastes. Whether you're into hazy IPAs, crisp lagers, or something lighter like a seltzer, there's plenty to explore. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable, taking the time to walk us through options and offer recommendations without any pressure. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do. On top of that, they also stock a nice variety of bottles and cans in the fridge, which is great if you want to try something different or grab something to-go. It adds a bit of a curated bottle shop feel to the experience. They also serve some light bites like empanadas and pizza, which paired well with the drinks and made it easy to settle in for a while without needing to leave for food. It's not a full restaurant, but definitely enough to keep everyone satisfied. Overall, this is a great spot to kick back, celebrate with friends, or just explore new craft beers. Easygoing atmosphere, solid drink selection, and friendly service--definitely a place I'd come back to.

A top 10 favorite brewery. The travel is so worth it to visit! And It is pet friendly!…read more You have your main room with the beer taps to order your delicious craft beer. There are TVs available for our sports lovers. There is another room for live entertainment and additional seating. I love hanging out in their outdoor patio! You most certainly can purchase beer in a can on site. You can always catch different food trucks that room through here from Mexican cuisine to simple, yet, delicious Smashed Burger and fries to pair with your brew. The staff are always so cheerful and friendly! Support your local business!

I rented Blue Oak's event space and threw my husband's 40th bday party there! Brad was so helpful…read morethrough the process checking us in and following up afterwards. Great beers and tap tenders. Outside food is allowed but we also enjoyed the food truck that was there. Private space was perfect and we had our own bathroom! Clutch. We also had access to their prep space including a fridge which was helpful as we setup. I loved the private space but still access to the hub bub of the bar. The beers are always dank and we had fun doing flights of tastings! Alex, Brad and his staff make this a wonderful community space. My friend is actually inspired to host their fundraiser there too!

I've only been once so far for a drink, but I'll be back to try the food. Service was awesome;…read moreCasey was super helpful. I could tell that even though the entire staff was busy, they were very attentive and quick to help. The kitchen was kind of slammed when I came in, so I didn't order any food, but the beer was great, and the atmosphere was very friendly. They also had a trivia night going on, which definitely added some fun to the ambience. If you want a down-to-earth hang-out spot on Laurel, this is a great option!

We were here Saturday night and really enjoyed our experience. The storefront is spacious, lots of…read morecafeteria-style seating and big floor-to-ceiling windows, modern and clean looking. It was close to closing but the guy at the bar was super chill and patient and gave us great recommendations. We did a flight and had a few samples as well - the standouts were the Pesky Penguin (berry cider-y brew) and the Solemn Penance (West Coast dipa). Price was reasonable (however, cans to-go are quite expensive). Overall, enjoyed our trip here!

First time at this location Had the basic pastrami sandwich…read morewith coleslaw thousand island dressing and Swiss cheese and of course the marinated pastrami Hot tasty and delicious Comes with fries and soda as I got the combo and only half sandwich because the sandwiches are big Are it in Service is awesome

The pastrami was one of the most tender and flavorful I've ever had! The fries and the slice of…read morepickle were a perfect addition - the pastrami is the star of the show. 5 stars. I am definitely coming back again.

Great open brewery they have so many areas you can choose what you love the most. We started…read moreoutside with food trucks and after it started getting chilly we went inside where there was live music playing and we brought our own board games to play. They had so many fun beers and were hits with everyone in the group. We had people who preferred sours, vs light beers, vs IPAs. All the beers were amazing. I can't recommend this place enough for a chill night out!

Family-Friendly Friday Spot for Large Groups…read more We have come here on Friday afternoons after school. It is an incredibly convenient, spacious venue that is perfect for flexible coordination of meetups with friends, kids, and large groups. The setup features a rotating lineup of three to four food trucks--which you can easily check on their website ahead of time--alongside beer and wine on tap (though my husband notes that beer connoisseurs might find the tap list a bit underwhelming). While the indoor space is quite large, it is fairly dark, so we highly prefer visiting when the weather is nice. Sitting outside at their picnic tables is a fantastic experience. It's a wonderful, laid-back community spot that we highly recommend for a casual get together. They also seem to have themed events and live music at times.

I've walked by this bar-section countless times, and never knew it was there! It's connected to…read moreCurry Pizza House just next to the Sequoia Station Caltrain stop, and I never thought to stop there for a drink & some bites before heading to DTRWC for their many entertainment venues & restaurants along Broadway Street (Century 20 movies, Little Fox Theater, clubs, bars, and street events), but we did today! It was SO WORTH IT. Such a nice little bar-section offering a comfortable space, great service, and a good selection of beers, cocktails, and even food. Located just next to Box, the Caltrain Station, and facing the Middlefield Promenade, this discrete & small bar is easy to miss. You'd have to look for Curry Pizza House and it's immediately next door. The room is bright, airy, clean, and well layed out. It has a big bar counter, and some smaller tables & cafe tables to accomodate maybe 20-30 people. It has 3 TV screens going on all day long showing local sporting events like Valkyrie's, Warriors, College Basketball, MLBaseball, Soccer, and College & NFL football games. It has tall ceilings, lots of airy space, it's bright, clean, and spacious for being so small. The bar is stocked with local craft beers, ciders, IPA's, hazy's, lagers, Pilsner's, Stouts, and ales. They even make good cocktails here. We happened upon Happy Hour here before going to a 7pm movie, so we had to try it. I tried the 1911 Cider, a Hazy IPA, and a Lager, while my friend tried a Sour, Pilsner, and a couple of cocktails like the Hibiscus Highball & Apple Maple Barrel Bourbon. Every drink was delicious & reasonably priced, esp during happy hour ($7 taps, $2 off cocktails). Service was excellent from the sole bartender. He was attentive, helpful, nice, and engaging. He serves excellent drinks, with a friendly & professional demeanor. He even guided us around to ordering food, and we got some small bites such as the Desi Garlic Sticks, Masa Chips, and the Onion Samosa. You can even order anything off the menu from the Curry Pizza House next door, we will try that next time. The food was excellent, fresh, hot, tasty, and served in reasonably-priced & very big portions. The garlic sticks were particularly good, and not even sticks, but equivalent to a small pizza-sized, such a great value for $10. Will be back again, this is my new favorite bar in DTRWC. I love the atmosphere, service, drink selection, small food bites, and most of all, the cheap prices, considering that everything in this area is very expensive. Can't wait to try more drinks, food, and spending more time here. It's very casual and bright, and doesn't have the feel of a singles meat-market bar, dive bar, or a techie gathering hole full of attitude & testosterone. It is very casual, friendly, relaxed, and fun here. They play soft modern music in the background, which lends to an upbeat & fun atmosphere, and it is a nice place to unwind, pre-game, or just relax and watch a few sporting events on TV while snacking on appetizers & washing everything down with some great drinks. 5/5, best new bar I've discovered in a long time, quite by accident. I never even noticed or knew that this place existed. Hidden Tap is appropriately named, it is quite hidden, but now that I know it's there, I'll surely come back every time I'm in this area, which is often.

Small spot that shares its food side with a fast-food Indian curry place next door. I'm pretty sure…read morethis spot has been a few other things before, I hope it stays this Tap as it's a perfect fit to what else is around. We went on a Thursday night, super quiet but nice TV to watch games and the beertender was friendly and accommodating (offered me hand sanitizer) lol. The food options were perfect with beer!

We stopped by for pre-dinner drinks and stayed longer than we anticipated. The drink menu is…read moreextensive and interesting. They have happy hour from 4:30-7 pm. We liked everything we tried. Open sesame was my favorite. Lots of seating, friendly bartender!

Okay okay okay. So. Listen. San Carlos. Little town. Little sleepy little town on the peninsula,…read moreright? It's 9pm and I'm just walking down Laurel Street, which by the way has some REALLY good spots, they really do, and then. THEN. I hear it. Pianos. Two of them. Are they fighting?? No wait, they're DUELING. Two guys absolutely going at it on the keys, taking requests, and the crowd is just vibing. I mean really vibing. The cocktails are flowing, people are singing, and somewhere in the back of my head a little voice says "this is going to be a late night." I did not listen to that voice. No regrets. The whiskey selection is, and I say this with complete authority and only slightly blurry vision, "surprisingly incredible". The cocktails are also dialed in, they've got concoctions on the menu that you may have never heard of, or just pick the vibe you're going for and trust the process. I trusted the process. Multiple times. I used to go to Savannah Jazz back in the day. RIP, still not over it, but honestly?? This place might actually be BETTER. I said what I said. The music hits different when it's right in the middle of the whole room instead of tucked in the back somewhere. Oh and there's an outdoor area too for when you need some of that cool peninsula night air to... recalibrate. I used it. It helped. Briefly.

The food here was really good! We came on Father's Day and it wasn't crowded. I got the trout and…read moreit was super moist and crunchy on the outside. They also give you bread with garlic butter. My son loved the butter so the server gave us some to take home. Their pretzel and potato pancakes were also really good!

Decent German restaurant in San Carlos with a dog friendly patio, albeit a bit chilly. We came by…read moreon a weekday night and it was pretty empty. We ordered the vegetable spatzle ($24) which tasted like cheesy vegetable egg noodles. It was good with hot sauce, otherwise a little too bland for me. The trout ($28) was cooked well and they deboned it, which was a nice touch. We also got the bratwurst plate ($23) which came with sauerkraut, cabbage, and mashed potatoes. Service was okay, although slow and less attentive than one would expect for a nearly empty restaurant. Maybe because we were seated outdoors? Our water glasses remained unfilled once they were empty.

Whoo hoo!! FINALLY got to try their burgers and now I'm obsessed and they are definitely my go to…read morefor my smashed burger craving. I went to a place in OC which I thought was the best and Smash'd definitely represents for NorCal!! We got there to the Blue Oak Brewing Company a bit early thinking they started at 1 but found out that they actually started at 2. No worries, Blue Oak is a nice place for drinks and to hang around!! At 2 they start to take orders. Keep in mind because they make everything fresh it does take a bit for preparation but it is SO WORTH IT!! Got the double usual with caramelized onions and it's perfection. Crunchy, juicy, so much flavor and not greasy at all. And the bun they use is soft and pillowy. We had gotten some ketchup packets but it was perfect without it!! When I first looked at it I thought it was too much food and I would save some of it. BUT my mouth and brain had other thoughts .... I couldn't stop eating it and devoured it.... Even though my tummy said I was getting full it was worth feeling stuffed! Can't wait to get my next one but I definitely need to pace myself!!

They moved location recently (call to check for new address), it's down the street…read more We came mid day and waited about 30 minutes (we were told of the wait time prior to ordering). We didn't mind waiting, love the transparency. Burgers overall were just okay. Theres no unique taste or seasoning to it besides salt and pepper (which is great, if it were steaks). The jalapeños tasted like jarred ones from the store. No sauce was given Besides ketchup. The fries were frozen fries and reheated, nothing special whatsoever.