For a pub, they actually have great food. It's a scratch kitchen so you can customize your order. The Florida Harvest salad was amazing. I got the side size and it was perfect but comes in a very small bowl making it hard to eat. If you get the side size, strongly suggest asking them to put it on a plate. The entree size actually looks the same amount of salad, but on a normal size dish. The blackened shrimp was cooked perfectly and the berry vinaigrette was amazing. It does have a pub feel so keep that in mind when going. It also gets very crowded so I suggest going at an "off" peak time if you want to try it. read more

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They changed the entire menu and vibe. It used to be a cute dive bar with good prices, now it doesn't have any of the bites offerings it did before that made the place special and stand out. Very unfortunate because this was our go to spot. The peculiar pub is no longer a pub it's now a tourist vibe and we have enough of those. 2 stars because the hostess and the waitress were very sweet read more

the appetizer was very small. I could've had a better down the road at Carrabba's . for the price at lucky I could have a better full meal somewhere down the road. The hostess.them seem clueless read more

Great food and service. Their brussels sprouts are amazing! We love sitting at the bar- always quick service and great conversations! If you're watching carbs, it's easy to switch things around. read more

We had a great time here! There was live music inside and very friendly staff and patrons at the bar. The food was tasty as well. read more

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New location is great. Bigger bar for pulling up for a cold one. Beer selection is always on point with plenty to choose from. Beer-tending staff know their beer and are happy to recommend or let you taste. Food at new local is even better than before with more tasty offerings. read more

Visited for lunch. Outstanding service. They did a great job with interior. All in our group were very pleased with the food.

The service was phenomenal, my beer was never empty. We sat outside and the staff came around plenty. Judge the dog was outside, so it is pet friendly in that aspect. Will visit again. read more

The Peculiar Pub - Sort Pretzel Rods. Great hatch chili queso and mustard. The pickles are tasty with a slight kick. - Pubs Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

The food there is Very Over priced for what u get, We were a party of 4 and we ordered the regular grouper bites the menu said they were 12.00 whwn we got the bill the sever charged us 23, 00 they were only 4 -1 oz portion no flavor at all . We also ordered a Shrimp bowl for 20. that was the only thing that was worth the money. I also got a small fruit salad for 10. and I didn't like the lettuce that was served with it so the server changed out the salad but when we got the bill she had charged us for 2 salad . We each had a cocktail. The bill came and it was 148.00 for nothing .. I have been in the Restaurant business for over 60 years .. This restaurant really needs to look at their protions sizes .. We will never go back- there is to many better restaurants in Lakewood Ranch.. read more

A Local MUST STOP! The menu is very creative but it's very limited. This is more of a snack or quick bite menu with a drink but the food on this limited menu is absolutely amazing! Everything is scratch made and very fresh. Loved it! The ambiance is cool and comfortable and the service was awesome. We will definitely be back! read more

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Was in Lakewood Ranch and decided to check this place out. Was a nice cozy place. Pretty full, but someone slide over to give us 2 seats at the bar. My girl had a seltzer and I tried a couple of IPA's before settling on one. It was good, can't remember the name (sorry). The people around us were friendly and talkative. Always a plus. But the big thing that we loved was the friendliness and attentiveness of the bartenders. They were engaging, had smiles on their faces and seemed to enjoy being there. That made our visit more enjoyable and we stayed for a couple more drinks because of this. Definitely will revisit when back down that way! read more

Stopped in to meet some friends and was welcomed by a friendly "owner?" Server was sweet. Lots of beer options to choose from and she provided a few samples to make sure we got what we wanted/liked. We didn't try any of the food because we came here right after lunch, but it looked like they had a nice pub variety. Small but very well decorated inside. If I am back in the area, I will come again! read more

The Peculiar Pub - Pubs Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Chef Owner came out to say hello, very nice. The entire staff was very friendly and willing to answer any questions and they knew their menu. We popped in after spending time at the Grove (epic fail) had wished we partied here with them. read more

DUDDDEEE, They knocked down a hole wall and it's massive inside now. They are gonna have a second bar and they have a whole stage. Obviously love the variety of tap beer and the new eats are pretty good as well. We tried the nachos and though they were simple they were really delicious. Can't wait to be back. Oh they also have a bunch of tvs showing sports and cold beer so just go and check them out. Service was also good! read more

Are you really a local if you haven't been to Peculiar Pub? We were worried that we wouldn't like the new renovations to the old Craft Growler's to Go, but John knew what he was doing with remodeling this spot! It's still the same warm & welcoming environment, but a bit more updated with much more seating. They even have live music some evenings. You will always see familiar staff faces, and they're always more than happy to chat about their favorite recommendations. They will even offer you a sample if you're unsure. The rotating beers on tap are always a nice touch and encourage you to branch out, but they also have some reliable staples. The rotating beers plus the new food menu make it the perfect spot if you're just in the mood for great beer and small unique bites. Ask about the nightly food special! read more

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We had a GREAT experience + dinner at Peculiar Pub. Food: The menu is excellent. The portions are perfect i.e., they aren't huge + oversized, which I GREATLY appreciate. They serve homemade pickles as a small bar snack -- really delicious with a hint of spice. We ordered: * Greek Yogurt Dip (8 out of 10) * Buffalo Chicken Meatballs (10 out of 10) * Hearts of Romaine Salad (8 out of 10) * Sloppy Peculiarwhich with Cowboy Caviar (10 out of 10) * Nachos with Pulled Pork (12 out of 10) The food was very fresh & made with quality ingredients. Drinks: They have a great selection of beers. We wanted a Guinness, but they swapped out the Guinness keg for a local option. We were skeptical at first, but wow - it was very similar to Guinness. We're always happy to support a local business, which makes it even better. They also offer a small selection of wine. Service: The service was top notch. We had a really good time talking to Tom (bartender), Evan (chef), and the other guys. Ambiance: It's only a small pub but it has a great vibe. Lots of TVs and the perfect quaint spot for sports. Location: It's conveniently located on Main Street LWR, across from Remi's. Overall, I highly recommend Peculiar Pub. It's a welcoming spot with good food & good beers. read more

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This place is a gem. If you want to watch sports, listen to live music on Saturday nights and enjoy genuinely good food, the owner of this place has really nailed it. He even came over to talk to us about my son that has celiac. He also has an Italian restaurant in the same plaza that serves a lot of gluten-free options. Including mozzarella sticks, which are so hard to find for people with celiac. 100% recommend! read more

Very friendly service. Great beer selection, plus a few seltzers and wines. The best part is the food. It's a true gastropub. Nachos with cowboy caviar, Uncle John's sausage sandwich and the buffalo chicken meatballs were fantastic. They also have several TV's for Sunday football and a couple of different trivia nights to keep things going. read more

This is my favorite place on Main Street! Always a great time with great service. I have also found some of my favorite new beers there!!

Great food. Great services. Dog friendly. Ashlyn is the best server. Main Street Lakewood Ranch.

Why be conventional when you can be different? Peculiar Pub brings an unpretentious and uncoventional side to Main Street in Lakewood Ranch! I had an assortment of appetizers, my facorite of which were the pretzel sticks with various dips. The atmosphere is friendly. The co-owners are hands on and engage the customers. The beer menu is extensive yet balanced with a wide array of food. The priced are reasonable, making this an accessible and affordable option. A comfortable spot to meet or unwind on your own! read more

Extremely friendly staff! Well priced and great live music. Enjoyed the pulled pork and the dressing on the mixed greens is delicious!

Tried for lunch this week. I tried the chicken meatballs with side salad. I loved the meatballs, didn't care for carrot salad but loved the side salad. Others tried the ground meat sandwich with cowboy caviar. They felt the ground meat had a different texture but loved the cowboy caviar. Beers were good too. read more

The food was absolutely delicious. Loved the presentation also. Excellent selection of craft beers. Cozy atmosphere. read more

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Formerly Craft Growlers Breweries. Some of the former staff are still working here. We had beers and pretzels. The atmosphere remains friendly, with sports airing on the television sets. read more

Great variety of different foods. Served correctly, the bread next to chilled burrata was warm. The buffalo chicken meatballs were outstanding!!! Great environment, not too noisy, music low and energetic staff. Great selection of beers that are served correctly chilled. read more

The Peculiar Pub - people sitting at the bar - Pubs Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Service and food were great! Lots of TV's to watch sports, but they don't play the audio.

Awesome place to enjoy lunch and a great IPA. Loved the nachos with the pulled pork topping.

Just tried out this place after living here for the last several months. So grateful to finally find a place that serves really good beer! Beer is excellent and the food is quite good. Definitely not typical "bar food.: The staff are super friendly and attentive. I will definitely be back to such a welcoming place. It is nice to find a great place to go to on the weekends that is not completely overrun by tourists. For an appetizer I strongly recommend the Burrata & Bruschetta. read more

Great little spot. Always happy to grab a drink and some dinner. Staff is always happy and very attentive.

Beer selection is super impressive. Lots to choose from. Don't worry if you can't decide, the bartender (forget his name, but he's from Indiana) will help you out! Really knowledgeable but even better, he's really engaging with the costumers. And it's very genuine. He may even give you a sample of their spicy pickle slices. Banging! Decor inside is awesome too; classic rock album covers and craft brewery signs galore. Very cool. Don't expect a fancy bar, but it's very clean without being sterile. Stopped here for a couple of beers before our reservation at the sushi place across the street. Wish we had more time to hang here. Wish I got pics. But other reviews have some. read more

There were so many options and everything we ordered was phenomenal. I got the peach tea cider and it was really good!! We started with the chips and queso and salsa and then shared the chicken club and both were very tasty!! Can't wait to go back and try more! read more

perfect place to stop if shopping around Lakewood Ranch. Food is great- the cowboy caviar is especially tasty. Service was fast and friendly. read more

We had a great experience at the Peculiar Pub! Food was unique and tasted great! Friendly atmosphere and great service! read more

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This is a little local place with great drinks and bites. My husband and I have tried multiple things on the menu and everything has been great. read more

This place is awesome. Great beer variety. Great food quality and variety. And best of all, everyone who works there is your best friend. Definitely recommend. read more

Food is absolutely delicious. We used to go to craft growlers all the time and they have for sure elevated it! Would recommend all to give it a try!! read more

I am not sure what everybody is excited about on here. This is mediocrity at its finest. They do have a large selection of craft beers but I'm not a beer drinker. The menu is small and average. Food was average. The noise level was immense. A lot of it coming from one table. I asked two staff members to see if they could quiet it down as my date and I were having a hard time talking. They did nothing. So I went over there and asked the people to just tone it down a little bit. About 20 minutes later after they had left the manager came over to bitch me out for talking to his customers. After I explained that to staff refused to do something so I felt I had to or else just leave before I got served my food or paid for it. He calmed down a little bit and eventually did he apologized. Nonetheless, they're a lot better places to go. So the food and service is average. And that's the reason for this Three star rating. Save the aggravation and go someplace else. read more

Awesome food. Remarkable for the small venue. I recommend this place to everyone. Thursday night is pastrami sandwiches. Taco Tuesday is a religious experience. Music on Saturday nights. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed. read more

This is a fantastic local spot which has quickly become a favorite. The beer selection is excellent and constantly changing. The food is wonderful, creative and always consistent. The chef puts his own twist on classic pub fare and makes it guilt-free with nothing fried (I recommend the chicken club or pastrami reuben). The owners clearly have a passion for the business and the service is always superb with the staff being extremely accommodating. They have enough TVs to be considered a sports bar masquerading as a craft beer gastropub. I highly recommend a stop at Peculiar Pub. read more