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Had a great time at the Garage Brewery! The service was great and the beer was even better. I got a flight and it was the perfect way to try a lot of great beers. And I love a dog friendly place with a casual vibe. They even let dogs inside during the winter. I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Chesapeake. They have a patio so I'll be sitting out there drinking my beers when it's warm out.
This is an update to my previous review with genuine beer comments. What a wonderful BREWERY! Wil, the brewer has a very special talent of taking readily available ingredients and making an other worldly product. I love great beer. And I love this beer. Okay... I really love this beer. THE BEER: In Dog years I'm Dead.. helles Lager 5.2% ABV... closer to a pilsner and quite good. Timewatermelon time.. wheat beer 4.2% ABV... I love this! Watermelon rind and the sweetness and caramel of watermelon. So very crushable! This is not a Seltzer, but if you like them, you should love this. Light bulb.. American lage 4.2% ABV... this is the equivalent of their Miller, but way better. Smooth Operator.. peach mango wheat beer 5% ABV... perfumed and mango forward, easy drinking delicious and totally crushable. Confundido.. tequila infused IPA 7.3% ABV... OMG... I can't describe the flavor, but loved this. It draws you in to the deep water and drowns you. Three of these and you need a designated driver. LGBTG+.. New England IPA 6.5% ABV... my third time having this, and no matter your pronouns this is a solid New England. Flesh Wound.. New England IPA 7.3%... my second time with Flesh Wound. First time I liked it, second time I loved it. So afraid for a third time. Might have to buy a ring. Confused?.. American IPA 7% ABV... Yes F Bomb.. DIPA 9% ABV... Tha f@&k. This is so very great!! If you have ever had Manatee... this is that all day, all powerful, wonderful IPA. BOOM! Tetanus.. Amber Ale 6.3% ABV... this is my second favorite beer here. See RUSTED NAIL. Rusted Nail.. American Amber 6.3% ABV... So very well balanced caramel red. This is not an Irish red. More well balanced and quite delicious. I could have one of these every day until infinity. Builder from Hell.. Coffee Stout 10% ABV... this is a colab with Pale Horse Coffee.. a little acidic, but not bad... this is your coffee shot, with alcohol Bourbon Aged breakfast builder.. Imperial Stout 10.5% ABV... pour this on your pancakes on a bender and you will level out, or drink it straight so you can pour it on your pancakes in the immediate future. This is nice. Boss Lady Vol. 2.. triple berry sour 8% ABV... if this was a slushy it would be an all day drinker. So very good. Boss Lady Vol. 8.. Sangria sour 6% ABV... truly refreshing and wonderfully balanced. This is a WINNER!
Friendly folks and great suds. The only thing I didn't enjoy was that smoking is permitted. Not judging, just can't do it.
Stopped here during Octoberfest - super cool vibe! Great beer according to my husband, and I even drank something called the boss lady no 8...very good! They don't serve food, but have rotating food trucks...we tried the pretzel and it was amazing. Their staff is super nice and were very friendly to our dogs .
I've visited several hundred different breweries over the years, and this one is one of the best so far. The most important criteria is of course, the beer. The Garage Brewery has a good mix of beer styles, and doesn't favor one type too heavily. I'm a hop-head, and their IPA's did not disappoint. The brewery itself doesn't serve food, but seems to have a regular rotation of food trucks. The decor was interesting, and any kid or gear head will appreciate it. The bathrooms were clean, the patio is spacious, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable in their beer recommendations. The night that I stopped by was a Tuesday, and the "Going Coastal" Jeep club meets here every other Tuesday. It was a nice coincidence, as I was also in my Jeep, and met some really nice Jeepers. If you're a brewery fan and in the 7 cities, you definitely need to try the Garage Brewery.
Great variety of food trucks. Drinks are always delicious, as long as you like beer, LOL. Service has always been great. The ambiance is very nice- not too loud or quiet. There are always events going on, so they really have something for everyone. I love the monthly yoga classes and Pilates classes that they host. Music bingo and trivia are fun too!
I've been impressed with the beers the handful of times I have been here, but our most recent visit this past Tuesday 6/29 was just ok. The beers were tasty and cold so that made the visit worthwhile. That, and we had a kid-free night. We arrived around 7:15pm and they were hosting a Jeep event, so the front grassy area was lined with Jeeps - very cool for those interested. We found the place pretty full inside when we arrived, but there was a high top and some bar seating opened. There were a few guests in line at the bar so it wasn't a long wait for beers. The bartender that took our orders and opened our tab acted like she couldn't care less about being there (which I surmised was probably due to the fact that she was getting off work soon, as she joined some other guests at the bar and enjoyed a beer just a few minutes after we ordered). She also poured me a full 10 oz goblet when we asked for a 5 oz taster. No idea if we were charged for the full 10, though I suspect we were, as I didn't see the tab. One of the reasons I like Garage is the smaller pours, so I get a chance to taste more without getting hammered. This defeated the purpose, but anyway... It was a nice evening and we had hoped to sit outside on the benches. A handwritten "JEEPS ONLY @ 5PM" sign at the patio door deterred us. I was disappointed as there were a few open tables outside clearly going unused, but didn't want to step on toes. I would have liked to sit outside, not just because of the weather, but it was quite loud inside with the sheer number of guests, loud music and barking dogs. Upon exit, I noticed they had a table of board games for those interested. I noted they were having another car event yesterday (Wed 6/30) and, when I drove by around 3pm, they had half the parking lot blocked for those cars. I'll definitely make note of what events are happening before I return. I wish they were more accommodating to ALL guests rather than those just coming for whatever event is scheduled.
Love the fact that this place is right down the street from me! We came here during their Grand Opening and have been a patron since! Staff is awesome and gives great recommendations. Love the variety of beers and food trucks they offer! Parking- it will get a little crowded during the warmer months but you can side street park. It's pretty open in the inside, there a small upstairs section and they have an outdoor patio area as well. Dogs and kids are welcome indoors. But kids have to be leashed. LOL just kidding. But during the pandemic, a few breweries are not allowing kids inside.
Garage Brewery is a great neighborhood spot with so much personality. The place literally looks like a renovated garage and many aspects of the brewery fit with the garage and construction theme. It definitely seemed like a great way to utilize the space with its industrial, rustic roots. As for the beer selection, I have to say I was slightly disappointed. Although it's quite impressive to have everything from a sour to an IPA to a stout, I do think that the beers were a bit lackluster. The flavors weren't bad but they weren't anything to be wow'ed by. The breweries I'd give a 5 would usually have a memorable or signature beer but I don't recall anything that particularly stands out. All in all, I would give the beers an average of 3.5 but given how creative and pleasant the interior is, I'll round up to a 4.
My friend had to redeem herself for a bust of a night out & this was the perfect redemption! Came for (anti) trivia night a little wide-eyed since it was our first time here, but the hostess was super sweet and inviting. We got everything we needed + submitted our team name until the show began! Nice clean, crisp layout with great lighting. Best to come at a reasonable time to get good seating in view of the TV used for the game, but there's also upstairs seating! Nice introduction of the judges & they had a mic to be heard. It was definitely fun! Best answers chosen based on the judges sense of humor, so it definitely got pretty interesting! Loved the water on tap easily accessible by customers. I assume they don't serve any food, but it was great to see a food truck available outside. You can check their website ahead of time to see who will be there! Great for relaxed weekday fun.
I had a lovely evening at Garage. Warmly welcome at the bar by one of the barmaids who took my card and started my tab. Super selection of beers, so I started with their Czech pilsner "Caterpilsner" and later trying the APA "Brothers in Arms" that was also excellent. I finished the evening with a half pour of the chocolate dunkelweizen "Huckle Buckle Dunkel" that was good as well. The bar is lightly decorated but there is definitely plenty of seating. The "mezzanine" appealed to me so I was up there and mostly alone for the two hours I spent here. A bit of peace with beer. Check the website for the food truck schedule. Comfortable, very good beer and they have a bunch of board games and speedy wifi. It's only a bummer that no one showed for my UYE. [Review 11941 overall, 1723 of 2019.]
A great place for this growing brewery !!!! Though you really couldn't tell it was new, by the chemistry of everyone working together, being knowledgeable about the brews of the day, pleasant, and just being in a great happy mood here at The Garage Brewery. The team consists of Jayme, Chelsea, John, Heidi, Erika, Andrew, Joe, Megan, Laurie, owners Ulyana and Roy as well. They ALL partake in taking care of you the customer and keeping it clean and ready !! A dog friendly environment both inside and outside for your convenience and with bowls for their food or water. Yes they get their drink on also !!! As new flavors are being created to keep up with the growing community of fans !!! New favorites will be sure to come like Boss Lady, Very Cherry, Light Bulb, F-Bomb, Boss Lady Vol. 2, Rusted Nail, Crowbar, and Smooth Operator. As you enjoy your brews, you will have the choice of enjoying yourself outside in the patio area or inside, either upstairs (tables) or downstairs (tables or bar area). Enjoy the construction, garage decor, and blu prints on the bar of different items. Oh and you gotta check out the cool souvenir gear available as well !!!!
Good beer, good times, GREAT atmosphere! The staff is incredibly friendly & great at recommendations. Calm, chill setting - a nice escape from reality. ALSO PLUS!!! LOTS of cute dogs!
5 months ago
Love this place. I hang out here while my kid goes to D1 next door. Their Boss Lady is AMAZING. Love that they have an outdoor area and the vibe is really cool. I like their glasses too! They always have a food truck or too. The music isn't exactly my taste, but I'm sure some would like it. And it's not too loud. read more
Had a great time at the Garage Brewery! The service was great and the beer was even better. I got a flight and it was the perfect way to try a lot of great beers. And I love a dog friendly place with a casual vibe. They even let dogs inside during the winter. I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Chesapeake. They have a patio so I'll be sitting out there drinking my beers when it's warm out. read more
This is an update to my previous review with genuine beer comments. What a wonderful BREWERY! Wil, the brewer has a very special talent of taking readily available ingredients and making an other worldly product. I love great beer. And I love this beer. Okay... I really love this beer. THE BEER: In Dog years I'm Dead.. helles Lager 5.2% ABV... closer to a pilsner and quite good. Timewatermelon time.. wheat beer 4.2% ABV... I love this! Watermelon rind and the sweetness and caramel of watermelon. So very crushable! This is not a Seltzer, but if you like them, you should love this. Light bulb.. American lage 4.2% ABV... this is the equivalent of their Miller, but way better. Smooth Operator.. peach mango wheat beer 5% ABV... perfumed and mango forward, easy drinking delicious and totally crushable. Confundido.. tequila infused IPA 7.3% ABV... OMG... I can't describe the flavor, but loved this. It draws you in to the deep water and drowns you. Three of these and you need a designated driver. LGBTG+.. New England IPA 6.5% ABV... my third time having this, and no matter your pronouns this is a solid New England. Flesh Wound.. New England IPA 7.3%... my second time with Flesh Wound. First time I liked it, second time I loved it. So afraid for a third time. Might have to buy a ring. Confused?.. American IPA 7% ABV... Yes F Bomb.. DIPA 9% ABV... Tha f@&k. This is so very great!! If you have ever had Manatee... this is that all day, all powerful, wonderful IPA. BOOM! Tetanus.. Amber Ale 6.3% ABV... this is my second favorite beer here. See RUSTED NAIL. Rusted Nail.. American Amber 6.3% ABV... So very well balanced caramel red. This is not an Irish red. More well balanced and quite delicious. I could have one of these every day until infinity. Builder from Hell.. Coffee Stout 10% ABV... this is a colab with Pale Horse Coffee.. a little acidic, but not bad... this is your coffee shot, with alcohol Bourbon Aged breakfast builder.. Imperial Stout 10.5% ABV... pour this on your pancakes on a bender and you will level out, or drink it straight so you can pour it on your pancakes in the immediate future. This is nice. Boss Lady Vol. 2.. triple berry sour 8% ABV... if this was a slushy it would be an all day drinker. So very good. Boss Lady Vol. 8.. Sangria sour 6% ABV... truly refreshing and wonderfully balanced. This is a WINNER! read more
11 months ago
Friendly folks and great suds. The only thing I didn't enjoy was that smoking is permitted. Not judging, just can't do it. read more
5 months ago
4 months ago
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Rhett R.
Thanks so much, we love to hear great things about our team!
Stopped here during Octoberfest - super cool vibe! Great beer according to my husband, and I even drank something called the boss lady no 8...very good! They don't serve food, but have rotating food trucks...we tried the pretzel and it was amazing. Their staff is super nice and were very friendly to our dogs . read more
I've visited several hundred different breweries over the years, and this one is one of the best so far. The most important criteria is of course, the beer. The Garage Brewery has a good mix of beer styles, and doesn't favor one type too heavily. I'm a hop-head, and their IPA's did not disappoint. The brewery itself doesn't serve food, but seems to have a regular rotation of food trucks. The decor was interesting, and any kid or gear head will appreciate it. The bathrooms were clean, the patio is spacious, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable in their beer recommendations. The night that I stopped by was a Tuesday, and the "Going Coastal" Jeep club meets here every other Tuesday. It was a nice coincidence, as I was also in my Jeep, and met some really nice Jeepers. If you're a brewery fan and in the 7 cities, you definitely need to try the Garage Brewery. read more
1 year ago
Great variety of food trucks. Drinks are always delicious, as long as you like beer, LOL. Service has always been great. The ambiance is very nice- not too loud or quiet. There are always events going on, so they really have something for everyone. I love the monthly yoga classes and Pilates classes that they host. Music bingo and trivia are fun too! read more
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Thanks Sarah for the great review! The team really appreciates your…
I've been impressed with the beers the handful of times I have been here, but our most recent visit this past Tuesday 6/29 was just ok. The beers were tasty and cold so that made the visit worthwhile. That, and we had a kid-free night. We arrived around 7:15pm and they were hosting a Jeep event, so the front grassy area was lined with Jeeps - very cool for those interested. We found the place pretty full inside when we arrived, but there was a high top and some bar seating opened. There were a few guests in line at the bar so it wasn't a long wait for beers. The bartender that took our orders and opened our tab acted like she couldn't care less about being there (which I surmised was probably due to the fact that she was getting off work soon, as she joined some other guests at the bar and enjoyed a beer just a few minutes after we ordered). She also poured me a full 10 oz goblet when we asked for a 5 oz taster. No idea if we were charged for the full 10, though I suspect we were, as I didn't see the tab. One of the reasons I like Garage is the smaller pours, so I get a chance to taste more without getting hammered. This defeated the purpose, but anyway... It was a nice evening and we had hoped to sit outside on the benches. A handwritten "JEEPS ONLY @ 5PM" sign at the patio door deterred us. I was disappointed as there were a few open tables outside clearly going unused, but didn't want to step on toes. I would have liked to sit outside, not just because of the weather, but it was quite loud inside with the sheer number of guests, loud music and barking dogs. Upon exit, I noticed they had a table of board games for those interested. I noted they were having another car event yesterday (Wed 6/30) and, when I drove by around 3pm, they had half the parking lot blocked for those cars. I'll definitely make note of what events are happening before I return. I wish they were more accommodating to ALL guests rather than those just coming for whatever event is scheduled. read more
Love the fact that this place is right down the street from me! We came here during their Grand Opening and have been a patron since! Staff is awesome and gives great recommendations. Love the variety of beers and food trucks they offer! Parking- it will get a little crowded during the warmer months but you can side street park. It's pretty open in the inside, there a small upstairs section and they have an outdoor patio area as well. Dogs and kids are welcome indoors. But kids have to be leashed. LOL just kidding. But during the pandemic, a few breweries are not allowing kids inside. read more
4 years ago
Garage Brewery is a great neighborhood spot with so much personality. The place literally looks like a renovated garage and many aspects of the brewery fit with the garage and construction theme. It definitely seemed like a great way to utilize the space with its industrial, rustic roots. As for the beer selection, I have to say I was slightly disappointed. Although it's quite impressive to have everything from a sour to an IPA to a stout, I do think that the beers were a bit lackluster. The flavors weren't bad but they weren't anything to be wow'ed by. The breweries I'd give a 5 would usually have a memorable or signature beer but I don't recall anything that particularly stands out. All in all, I would give the beers an average of 3.5 but given how creative and pleasant the interior is, I'll round up to a 4. read more
My friend had to redeem herself for a bust of a night out & this was the perfect redemption! Came for (anti) trivia night a little wide-eyed since it was our first time here, but the hostess was super sweet and inviting. We got everything we needed + submitted our team name until the show began! Nice clean, crisp layout with great lighting. Best to come at a reasonable time to get good seating in view of the TV used for the game, but there's also upstairs seating! Nice introduction of the judges & they had a mic to be heard. It was definitely fun! Best answers chosen based on the judges sense of humor, so it definitely got pretty interesting! Loved the water on tap easily accessible by customers. I assume they don't serve any food, but it was great to see a food truck available outside. You can check their website ahead of time to see who will be there! Great for relaxed weekday fun. read more
I had a lovely evening at Garage. Warmly welcome at the bar by one of the barmaids who took my card and started my tab. Super selection of beers, so I started with their Czech pilsner "Caterpilsner" and later trying the APA "Brothers in Arms" that was also excellent. I finished the evening with a half pour of the chocolate dunkelweizen "Huckle Buckle Dunkel" that was good as well. The bar is lightly decorated but there is definitely plenty of seating. The "mezzanine" appealed to me so I was up there and mostly alone for the two hours I spent here. A bit of peace with beer. Check the website for the food truck schedule. Comfortable, very good beer and they have a bunch of board games and speedy wifi. It's only a bummer that no one showed for my UYE. [Review 11941 overall, 1723 of 2019.] read more
A great place for this growing brewery !!!! Though you really couldn't tell it was new, by the chemistry of everyone working together, being knowledgeable about the brews of the day, pleasant, and just being in a great happy mood here at The Garage Brewery. The team consists of Jayme, Chelsea, John, Heidi, Erika, Andrew, Joe, Megan, Laurie, owners Ulyana and Roy as well. They ALL partake in taking care of you the customer and keeping it clean and ready !! A dog friendly environment both inside and outside for your convenience and with bowls for their food or water. Yes they get their drink on also !!! As new flavors are being created to keep up with the growing community of fans !!! New favorites will be sure to come like Boss Lady, Very Cherry, Light Bulb, F-Bomb, Boss Lady Vol. 2, Rusted Nail, Crowbar, and Smooth Operator. As you enjoy your brews, you will have the choice of enjoying yourself outside in the patio area or inside, either upstairs (tables) or downstairs (tables or bar area). Enjoy the construction, garage decor, and blu prints on the bar of different items. Oh and you gotta check out the cool souvenir gear available as well !!!! read more
4 years ago
Good beer, good times, GREAT atmosphere! The staff is incredibly friendly & great at recommendations. Calm, chill setting - a nice escape from reality. ALSO PLUS!!! LOTS of cute dogs! read more
We absolutely love the atmosphere of this brewery! It's very spacious, well decorated and extremely dog friendly equipped with poop bags, treats, and I even think they offer some sort of doggy monthly membership. They offer a wide selection of beer that will suit anyone's taste. I personally go for the flights in order to try all the beers because they often have new ones. Most recently, we were drawn to Garage Brewing for their I-Beam Blonde-- brewed with locally grown scorpion peppers. When I tell you that was the most unique and delicious beer I've ever had, I mean it! Unfortunately it was a small batch, limited release.. but if they ever brew it again, I highly recommend! They host a lot of cool food trucks in the area so be sure to check their social media when planning your next visit! When we went last week we stumbled upon music bingo night which was pretty neat. When they're busy the parking lot fills up pretty quickly but we've always been able to find street parking. Overall we just really love the vibe of this brewery, and it earns bonus points for being woman owned! :) read more
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Many thanks Sheila! The team here really appreciates your feedback!
4 years ago
I love this new brewery! The staff is so friendly and dogs are allowed inside; perfect for hot weather! They have plenty of dog bowls for water as well. The beers are incredible and there is plenty of seating. The fruity wheat and Confused? IPA were tasty and refreshing. Clean and inviting atmosphere. I will definitely be back. Two food trucks out front which were very popular and had big portions. This place is in a great location and I'm not disappointed. :) read more
4 years ago
Was working in Chesapeake early this week and found that the brewery was just a few minutes from the office so I decided to head over when I got off work. Picked out five for a flight, and was not disappointed. Smooth Operator: As the name described In Dog Years I'm Dead: Good crisp beer with a really nice back end. Eye Contact: Very good IPA. I'm not normally a fan of IPA's, but I had two in my flight, and they were both exceptional. Rusted Nail: A terrific amber ale...light with a smooth finish. Confused: An American IPA....a pleasant surprise...very, very good. Thanks to the great staff behind the bar... everyone there friendly and helpful. I also love that you're dog friendly....that's always a plus with me! I enjoyed my visit, and next time I'm in the neighborhood I will be stopping by again. Thanks to everyone. read more
2 years ago
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Rhett R.
Thanks Juan, so happy that you had a great experience!
4 years ago
Great beer and nice environment. Pet friendly so there were lots of dogs, which is fine. But it's not ok for me to bring in my pet turtle in a large bowl of water? Yeah, ok. read more
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I was finally able to make it out to this unique Chesapeake brewery with a few friends on a Saturday night. It was fairly busy, but there was no line to order and ample seating available. Per my usual new brewery routine, I ordered a flight which ended up being about $15 for five, 5oz pours. I tried a variety ranging from gose to IPA to cream ale. To me, about three of the five had a very distinct flavor profile, while the other two kind of faded in the background. None were my favorite I've ever had, but none were bad either! There was a food truck serving Greek food outside, but I didn't try it. I really enjoyed the bustling atmosphere. It was loud, but not too loud to miss hearing my friends. I enjoyed my time there and I will definitely be back! read more
6 years ago
We got 2 samplers. I'm my opinion all the beers tasted flat except the octane beer. I was also hoping they would have more of a selection but I assume because of COVID their selection was down. The inside was clean, the outside had heaters which was nice. We will probably go back. read more
5 years ago
This is a great brewery! Lots of space indoor and out. Very dog friendly. very clean. The staff were extremely friendly. Would have like more beer choices and the food truck was just okay and very expensive with very little choices. We would definitely go back! read more
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3 years ago
I didn't know what I'd step into walking into this place, but I loved it! Each brew had a specific flavor profile setting each of them apart from each other. No using the same wort, then hopping it with different flavors. Each had their place in the world of the beer bacteria that produces the flavor profiles along with the hops. I usually have maybe 2 beers at an event, or 3 depending on the atmosphere. This spot, I made it to 4 and a half. The half came from my work calling me outside to endure the heat while I assisted them at the shop. So my beer was "donated", without my knowledge, to my friends fiance. I wasn't upset at all. I'm just happy it found a home! The Honey Bee was sweet but not overpowering. The Very Cherry wasn't cough syrup tasting. The aftertaste was an actual cherry flavor as if you picked one from a tree! The Builder was nice and hefty. It left a good amount of aftertaste on the back of my tongue. Nice and roasty! Smooth Operator was easy going down. What you'd expect from a crisp wheat beer. Confused? IPA was delicious! An amazing balance of all levels of flavor while holding onto that tight 7% abv. I'm a huge fan of IPA's because of the floral aspect along with the juiciness! I'll be back. I've heard they're experimenting with sours and I'm curious to see what else they have hidden up their sleeves! Great work and keep em coming! read more
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Anyone know if they have food trucks on weekdays too?
Yes we do! You can find list of food trucks on our website, event section. www.garage-brewery.com/events Today (3/9/2020) we have Oishii burger pop-up!
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