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    The Draft Shack

    3.8 (26 reviews)
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    Closed 1:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Kris U.

    The Draft Shack is a jewel, hidden in plain sight, within the Wholefoods Domain. They have the most extensive selection of craft beers on draft of any Whole Foods (according to their bar server)....and it's a claim I believe. I love that I can check out their beer selection online on TapHunter. They often have interesting limited special releases on draft that you normally can't find anywhere except by the bottle. You can even make up a beer sampler (4 beers for $10) or fill up your growler at the Shack. Best of all, they serve up delicious and inexpensive bar snacks and food that go great with your beer and are grilled/made right at the shack! My favorites are "The Jerk" (grilled jerk chicken fajitas), "Texicali" (beef burger w/cheddar/bacon/avocado/fried egg), "Porto" (portobello burger w/swiss/spinach/pesto), and the 1/2 dozen charbroiled oysters with garlic bread. Pro Tip: you can purchase in-store any bottle of beer or wine and they will open it for you to enjoy at the Shack.

    2/45 beers available on tap....we have ways to go! ;-)
    Cindy L.

    Have you ever fine grocery shopping and you realize that you're starving? Well this place is located smack dab in the middle of Whole Foods. It is the perfect place to take a break, fight off the hangry feels, and hang out. - They have 45 beers on tap as well as many wines available.... Not bad right? - flights of beer or wine is also an option if you're in the tasting mood - friendly service! My husband and I already had dinner earlier otherwise we would have opted for some oysters. Another time! :)

    When you can't decide what to drink, do a flight!
    Ashley S.

    Why is it so cool to drink at the Whole Foods bar? If trying new craft beer is your favorite thing to do, then flights are for you! They even have wine flights, though I have yet to try those. The beers are unique and mostly Texan! I have even tried a funnel cake beer, and let's just say I was glad it was just a taste. Sometimes the line gets long to order a drink, but it is worth the wait. Oh and uhhhhh apparently they serve oysters. Just remember to do your shopping BEFORE drinking, or else it might not happen for obvious reasons.

    Cajun shrimp and thirsty goat. Yummy
    Tammy O.

    Wow what a find inside whole foods at the domain. We have looked at the place and said "we'll have to stop in sometime". Well we finally did and it's a cool place to get a pint. They have a huge selection of craft beers. They also have hard cider and wine. What's really cool is you can get your pint and shop at the same time. Pretty cool. They will give you a sample with is nice. We ordered food too. We got half dozen of charbroiled spicy oysters. They were super yummy. They had a spicy buttery garlic sauce on them with manchego cheese melted on top. It's served with charbroiled garlic bread. We also got the charbroiled cajun shrimp. This was the best shrimp I've ever had. Super flavorful. The shrimp was done perfect. Definitely will be returning.

    Chargrilled oysters-spicy with garlic toast
    Justin O.

    We've walked by this place in Whole Foods (Domain) so many times, thinking one day we gotta try that place. Saturday was that day, and what a great decision. The place is pretty small, with maybe 5 or 6 tables and around 8 stools at the bar. They have a chargriller in one corner and when the food is cooking it pulls you toward the place. We started with a couple of really good pints, they have around 30 or so on tap with some wine and cider selections as well. Wanna try something new? No problem, the staff is happy to pour you a taste. I found some new tastes I really liked including the Nebraska IPA. They have a limited menu, but they those few things really well. They do have raw oysters, but we were in the mood for grilled seafood. We had the spicy chargrilled oysters and then the grilled shrimp. They were fantastic. Best grilled shrimp I've ever had. Both are served with Parmesan garlic toast that is great on its own. We sat at our table for a couple of hours and watched the never ending parade of people walking through the Whole Foods. What a way to spend the day, very entertaining. You can also take your pint with you as you shop or take it to their outdoor seating area. I've added this place to my list of go to places for people watching and a relaxing great time.

    Reaper madness!
    Javier A.

    Great place to stop, shop and have a brew. The beers they have on tap are top notch to say the least. So go in and get your drink on!

    Brewhouse Brown Ale by Real Ale Brewing co. And Scrimshaw by North Coast Brewing
    Savannah R.

    I love this place. Super knowledgeable staff who love to talk about craft brews. Great service and fantastic beers.

    Grilled fish sandwich...mmmm

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    Please be advised: they no longer serve raw oysters. :( Just chargrilled ones. Very disappointing, even if their tap selection is good.

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