This is my favorite place to go near the university for a beer. Try showing up at 5:10 pm with a dime! read more

This review is for the upstairs deck - food was decent, had a Racer NA IPA, which was perfectly ok. The deck was very comfortable for outdoor seating, but loud - but not remotely as loud as the main area downstairs, which was mobbed with soccer fans. Ordering via QR code and getting the food was easy. Fries were ok, I tried the Brussels sprouts, they were also ok. Prices are very reasonable for the serving sizes. I had the slider special, which came with three sliders: one smash burger, one impossible burger (I think?) and one fried chicken slider. A word of warning - the fried chicken sandwich is SPICY. Too hot for me, and I wasn't expecting that. read more

Sorry to hear Triple Rock is closing shop. I'm sure it will be missed by many. I never went back after my last visit. It was so busy when I visited. A vibrant atmosphere. Hard to imaging this powerhouse closing shop. Sorry to hear this. read more

Came in with a big group of friends for lunch it was really busy but the food was really good I got the Mac and cheese with bacon and so were the drinks the restaurant was clean but the woman's bathroom was so gross I didn't even want to use it to wash my hands and it stunk so bad like it needed to be deep cleaned and yes it was a bathroom everyone could use men and women for both bathrooms. They are closing at the end of the year also. read more

Terrible!!!!! Do not come here. They routinely close the door because they are capacity. Even if your friend is in there and has already ordered food and drink - too bad for you! Other people in line fo first. Also it is completely packed and deafening. read more

They get a 5 for service & experience (food is good with beers/can't complain!) Came here twice this week as we were attending concerts at the greek. Two suggestions to maximize your experience: 1- if you can come any day and are here at 5:10 pm, make sure you have a couple dimes for a special daily happy hour (iykyk) 2- if you can get here on a thursday nite (we did) make sure you order. A Monkeyhead to share (or enjoy solo assuming you can walk/take bart/or uber) - finally!! Food is reasonably priced and yummy with beers. Recommend the nachos as they come or smash burgers....pairs well with beers. And staff is very attentive as this bar has tons of regulars that are NOT students! read more

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Walking into the restaurant,we were immediately struck by its nice and cozy, old-school vibes. The warm lighting, rustic decor, and laid-back atmosphere made it feel like the perfect spot to unwind with a drink. It seemed to be a seat-yourself type of place, so we grabbed a table and started looking over the menus. However, when it came time to order, service was a bit slow. We waited about seven minutes before a server finally came over. While the delay was noticeable, the server was very friendly and welcoming once he arrived, which helped smooth over the wait. To start, we ordered the buffalo wings and garlic fries. Garlic fries were packed with flavor and with their homemade ranch, topped it off. The buffalo wings were very mid, didnt really care for it. For our entree, i got the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich with kettle chips and my boyfriend got the smash burger with fries. When our food came we both kinda looked at each other and laughed because his plate probably had a good 7-10 fries while mines had a mountain full or chips. Besides that, both of our sandwiches were really good. To wrap things up we ordered the dessert pizookie with an extra scoop of ice cream. It was so good! Cookie was nice and warm and paired with the ice cream, delicious. Overall, this spot offers a relaxed and nostalgic atmosphere, great for those who appreciate a slower, more casual dining experience. While service could be a bit more attentive, the friendly staff and inviting ambiance make it worth a visit. read more

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The buffalo wings were meaty and saucy. Couldn't have asked for much more. Normally served with ranch or blue plus celery, but they can do carrots instead. The servers were super nice. Very spacious spot with a bar and tons of TVs that would be perfect for a Cal game. They only had 1/2 of the seating area open when I visited, and it was plenty. The menu is mostly filled with burgers, sandwiches and salads, plus a pizookie that looks amazing. read more

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It's been sad to watch Triple Rock decline over the last few years. They used to have the best beer in town and a lively, friendly atmosphere. Sadly, the beer has become pretty mediocre, the menu boring, and the service not really there at all. I was there recently for the World Cup final and was happy to see them crowded. They were checking ids at the door, but I had forgotten mine. Usually, my grey beard and state-issued digital license are good enough for people -- and at one point people at Triple Rock recognized me -- but not that day. I ordered beer through the impersonal QR code menu but was told I couldn't have it when it arrived. When I asked for my money back, I got a shrug and promise to check with the manager. Eventually, I was told it was refunded, but it never actually was. Two attempts to get them to correct the problem have gone into a black hole. It wasn't very much money, but I'm disappointed that a place that used to be a favorite couldn't be friendly or honest on busy day. I let go of expecting great beer and good food there a long time ago. Not sure I'll be back. read more

Once again it was wonderful. Andre and Chelsea were helpful. Rock Hopper Burger with goat cheese was da bomb. I had apricot cider and a Ruben. Everything we ate and drank was perfect and as expected and had great eye appeal. Though it was a Saturday afternoon it was busy but not too noisy, but I can see with those high ceilings. Hell would be pretty noisy in the evening. The meat in my Reuben was moist and flavorful, not overcooked. I could taste the cheese, and I love that they grilled the sauerkraut. When it came out with that Russian sauce on it, it had all the flavors that I had hoped and expected. My wife had the goat burger, which has goat cheese on it and some peppers on top . The flavor of the peppers was wonderful and the heat was not bad at all. The flavor of the burger was really elevated because they use a flame and I could taste it in the food. The french fries were perfect. They were nice and crisp outside and creamy inside and I can taste fresh oil and they used fresh oil. You always know when french fries taste off. It's usually because there is many fresh oil used that will never happen here. We want to return again when the weather is nice so we can use the roof portion of the café and be able to eat our lunch outdoors above the streets and watch the action . read more

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Oh wow this place it's amazing, I always used to come on Wednesdays with my friends we love the lagers and IPS from her they also have a great food menu but honestly the garlic fries are a boom they really really great, the food in their menu it is just fabulous flavors even though is a great place for for the students near Berkeley it is pretty easy to have a table. read more

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Started going here about 12 years ago and loved it so much. Great beer, great food, and a cozy atmosphere. But that was then. Since the pandemic, it just hasn't been the same. the experience and food quality feels like I'm at an airport bar. The beer is still decent, but the dining experience has taken a hit: - ordering through a kiosk, - no real check-in from an overworked server, - food served in wire baskets lined with parchment paper instead of actual plates. The food and experience now feels generic. Not worth the cost. read more

Oh man, it's been years, even decades, since I last entered the front doors of this longtime brewpub open since 1986. I just figured I was getting too old and crotchety to melt into the crowd here...young sports-obsessed, beer guzzlers that presumably congregate here under the impression that pork nachos are a superfood. I imagined I would come across like old Mr. Gower. Remember him? He was in George Bailey's nightmare in "It's a Wonderful Life" when he was thrown out of the bar for poisoning a customer years before. Not that anyone here would've thrown me out. What drew me back was a sidewalk sandwich board announcing "Alcoholic Slushies!" There's just something about a libation not unlike a Hawaiian shave ice soaked in booze. The appearance of boozy slushies makes me say, "I belong here." Only $7.50 for a full 16-ounce Mason jar, they've been appropriately dubbed lushies. Flavors change daily, but I've had the Pina Colada Lushie (photo), and with Jamie W. later, had the equally luscious Pineapple Guava Rum Lushie (photo). On yet another visit, the machine was being cleaned, so we tried their short and sweet Rocktail list. We tried the $10 Gold Velour with Klir red, lemonade, and blackberry syrup, and the $12 Diamond Dealer, Triple Rock's version of a Moscow Mule (photo). Both were potent delights though overshadowed by the absent lushies. I've even eaten here. I had the $14 BBQ Pork Sando where slow roasted pork shoulder was drowned in BBQ sauce and piled with apple cider vinegar slaw on a filone bun (photo). It was just alright. DRINKS - 4.5 stars...lushies are the new black, the rocktails do fine as a backup FOOD - 3 stars...kinda underwhelmed by the BBQ sauce AMBIANCE - 4 stars...spacious in here with even a rooftop for al fresco drunkenness SERVICE - 4.5 stars...nice staff (shout-out to Inoke) TOTAL - 4 stars...living the lush life RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2CbVh8u read more

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We came here after the Cal Game we arrived around 4:30 for an early dinner. We are not students. We are in 50's and it was a good happening environment. This was our first time here. We picked this place because it had a crowed inside. Mostly college students. The Thai place was empty so we voted for the place with other people in it. We snagged a 2 person booth in the 2nd room. As time progressed the place filled up, to the point of there were no more tables for all the people coming in. They have large tables where different groups can sit together and they did. Every table shared the table with at one other groups. It's just the way it is and everyone is ok with it. They have TVs up around the room. There were 4 TVs in the 2nd room showing the games. We were there on Saturday night so college football filled the screens. Ordering is via a QR code at your table. You can't switch tables once you order. One couple did and they were lucky and no one sat in there old table so they were able to pick up there food from there original table. I'm skeptical of using a QR code for ordering, but it was easy and a success. And fast. Service was really fast even with it being packed. My husband had Internet so it worked out perfect. My internet was hit and miss, so good thing we weren't relaying on me. We ordered the smash burger with fries. It's a little spicy, a good spicy. We split the first burger and then ordered a second one. Looking at the kitchen the majority of people were ordering burgers. People were ordering food around us, not just drinks. They'd order their burgers and then other dishes to split, such as onion rings and wings. I would defiantly order the smash burger again and highly reccomend it to others. The only thing that was off was the lack of napkins at our table. No one refilled the tin lately. The bathroom was clean. They had 2 unisex bathrooms. I was afraid there would be a long line since there were so many people and only 2 single stall bathrooms. To my surprise when I went there was no line. It's nice they have a green or red disk on the door so you know if it's occupied or not. And you don't have to giggle the handle to see if it's busy or not. Service was impeccable. The food came quickly and they servers were pleasant. The water jug was empty when I went to get a refill. I went back to my table and with all intentions of flagging someone down the let them know it was empty and with in two minutes it was refilled and I didn't have to say a thing. See, great service. They are really on top of it. I would definitely return and get the smash burger again and I wouldn't share mine next time. They also have a good dessert selection. I didn't see anyone ordering dessert, but I was temped to. As it turns out we went somewhere else for dessert. Ice cream Sunday, fried Oreos, and a pizzalo I'm not sure how to spell it but it's a chocolate chip cookie with ice cream on top. I belive it comes in a skillet. If you haven't checked out this place it's a must and you need to get the smash burger. read more

Triple rock - Top of menu - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

My friends and I came here to attend a friend's band's concert. Hubby dropped my friend and I off and another couple of friends drove but had a hard time finding parking on a Friday night so they parked in a lot. This is a humongous place with two big rooms and a rooftop with seating. I hadn't eaten dinner so using the QR code on the table, you can order drinks and meal and/or appetizers and pay on your phone, very convenient! They have a huge menu! We had a Diamond Dealer moscow mule, beer, cheese croquettes, fried brussel sprouts, a basket of french fries and a buttermilk fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw. The drinks and food came out pretty quickly and there is plenty of seating inside the venue. I thoroughly enjoyed the Diamond drink, along with the crispy french fries and fried chicken sandwich. Next time, I'll try one of their beers since it is a brewery! read more

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Been a while since we've been here but when we had the chance to swing by for beers and a bite we did and it was good. Of course the beer is here is good - best thing about this place. Had some good food but do love sitting on the street in good weather. Very pleasurable. When we're in the area we definitely will come back. read more

Review is for food and the fact that I come here pretty consistently for trivia. Can't comment about the beer, but they do always have a good variety and my compatriots are always happy with their beverages. You can order via a QR code or from a staff member. The staff are always helpful in recommending drinks and food if you ask. Of note, sparkling water is free! I enjoy coming here for Wednesday night trivia. Get there early if you want a table. The problem is given all the concrete the sound just rings off the wall making it hard to hear what the person next to you is saying. The food is hit or miss. I was not as much a fan of this chicken sandwiches, but their burgers are solid. I recommend getting a side of the kettle chips over the fries! read more

I have been coming here off and on for years. The quality has gone down and down. Still not bad but this place was awesome back in the early 2010s. They expanded serving got smaller and then quality went out the door. Today I haven't been here for over a year. The expansion next door was closed and the menu was small. The food was good but no where near what it once was. read more

No waitress or server stress. You order and pay by VR code. I honestly wish every restaurant operated in such a way. The restaurant and bar were super busy. However, our food arrived quickly. I am huge fan of the portion size and menu selection. It's not your typical sports bar food, which is great. Also, it's not your typical sports bar vibe. You can watch the game or have a girls' night or have a family dinner. This spot is appropriate for any occasion. Highly recommended! Great spot! read more

Triple rock - Triple Rock Nachos - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came by to have a beer with my partner & loved the vibe of this place! Super roomy & the bar looked pretty old school, but clean. Seems to be a spot of many regulars, and is pretty popular. The beers were decent, but what really made the experience awesome was that they have slushies (two alcoholic & one non-alcoholic)! Since we were there around the time the bartender was planning on switching out the slushie flavors anyway, we were given a complementary glass of their pineapple elderflower lemonade slushie. That was soooo good and super nice of them!!! A kind gesture that was totally not expected! Thank you!! read more

Triple rock - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

Nice little place along Shattuck. Try Clam Chowder, and some Beer. Good people all round. read more

Found this spot two blocks from our hotel. Wanted to see how college peeps chilled at a spot like this and definitely got that feeling. Had a good dinner with my dad and enjoyed some Beers. My burger was damn good and my pop enjoyed the Philly cheesesteak. The bartender was a Detroit guy so that was a cool touch. Definitely a good place to enjoy in Berkeley. read more

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The wings are good, and the lady bartenders are nice. I just would never go here again to watch a football game because the guy working the day I went to watch one of the college football playoff games turned the sound to the game off in the middle of the game because some family in there complained about it. Its not a pure sports bar, so if you really want to see and hear a game, go somewhere else. read more

Nov. 2019: Triple Rock does it again! Time after time triple rock has bailed my ass out of being able to eat good food or not late at night and tonight is no exception. After driving around all over Berkeley and Albani looking for a steak all night long triple rock was finally able to provide the steak that I wanted late at night besides longbranch! And a cool looking woman behind the bar to boot - what could be better? June 2025: Triple Rock Brewing -- an awesome microbrewery and the best grilled chicken ceasar salad in Berkeley. Their hot wings are really awesome too. Not only that, but they have ample dining space and multiple TVs for any sports season (especially football). Their garage-door like windows open up in the huge dining hall in front of the kitchen next door to the bar room and they have a cool rooftop you can go up to and drink at. Oh, and did I mention that they're ALSO a MICROBREWERY with many original brews they sell on tap?!? Thank God they are here on Shattuck just north of University near Cal. More Cal alumni than students come here cuz it's a little pricey, but not too bad and it's great for eating here before heading off to Spats, the bar / music venue / karaoke venue / game room just south of here down on Shattuck. Really great comfort food during a cold Berkeley day or night. And I like their little black-and-white throwback barmaid outfits. #triplerockbrewing #berkeley #berkeleyrestaurants #berkeleybrewery #berkeleybar #berkeleypub read more

Very deceiving menu and description of food. Ordered the Greek salad...served on a warm plate. "Buttermilk fried chicken sandwich" was the thinnest piece of chicken I have ever seen, fried to a crisp, unrecognizable from chicken breast. Zero taste other than the loaded jalapeños which just offered heat. read more

Triple rock - "Chicken" sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came to watch the Big Game on TV and the atmosphere did not disappoint! Full of enthusiastic Cal fans, but not overcrowded. Cheesy bacon fries were really good, the only thing I would change is having the fondue as a dipping sauce rather than being put on top, because most of it sank to the bottom and was kind of hardened by the time the fries were served. Pizookie was really good, but maybe a little too sweet and a bit smaller than I expected. The Gold Velour cocktail was great, I could taste both the lemonade and the blackberry syrup. read more

Triple rock - Ginger Beer, Gold Velour, Cheesy Bacon Fries (with bacon on the side) - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I went to Triple Rock Brewery & Alehouse for Wednesday trivia night. It is located in a really beautiful part of Berkeley. When I walked in we had to show ID, get a stamp and then we could head inside. There are two areas. The smaller room to enter with a bar and bathrooms in the back and then a quite large room to the right decorated with string lights and teaming with large long tables. There appeared to be a game of shuffleboard in the back and the trivia questions were shown on the TV's. I've been to several trivia hosting establishments and this one was by far the most organized and had the best graphics. Our group logged in on an elected team members phone. Then an MC narrated the questions and we input our guesses into our phone. There were about 6 rounds or so of 6-10 questions drawn from various pop culture categories. The pace of the trivia was very good although for me it went a little long. It started around 8pm and ended around 10:30pm. I ordered a smash burger and it was super tasty. I also got to try the spinach and artichoke dip and wow! Truly fire. The drink I ordered was pretty good too. 10/10 on food and beverages for sure. All in all its a fun place to come:) read more

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Came here for an early dinner with friends and it definitely hits the spot if you're craving burgers and beers! I got the blue rock burger and the pomegranate cider with a side of onion rings to share. The pomegranate cider was amazing, super tasty and one of the best ciders I've had! The blue rock burger was also delicious. The caramelized onions paired so well with the smoky bacon and blue cheese. Onion rings were a hit also and the sauce that came with it was so good! This place is a very casual brewery so it's all complete self service. You seat yourself, order/pay online, and grab utensils/condiments by yourself. Not something that bothered me but it is something to be aware of since the signs aren't too clear. Overall great spot in downtown and I definitely would come back! read more

Triple rock - Blue Rock Burger and Two Rivers Pomegranate Cider, 6.5% - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

We were trying to find a bar to watch football games before the OSU - Cal Berkeley game and stumbled upon Tripe Rock. It has a great vibe, everyone dressed in game day apparel, super friendly patrons and staff. We requested a tv to be switched to a game we wanted to watch and they happily complied. We order some beverages, entrees and desserts to pass the hours away before game time. Yummy food that hit the spot especially the desert. All in all - a perfect location to socialize, watch tv and get in our food and drink fill before game time. read more

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So...... if your looking for table service do not come here. I read the reviews that said you scan a QR code and they bring you the food. Wellp it's true. They literally JUST bring you food. No check backs, nothing. You need anything add it to the bill and maybe someone comes. They did tell me they are short staffed today but come on.... Not a single check back super disappointed..... My Ruben came out so toasted I couldn't even finish it. My sweet potato frys were cold. Just so much potential and they just dropped the ball all around. It wasn't even busy. Maybe 4 tables. Terrible service and food is mediocre. The worst Ruben I've ever had in my life. Ambiance is nice actually the only thing good about this place. If you like being ignored and asking for everything on your phone then this is your place. They'd be better off just doing a to go order instead of half assed table service. read more

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Stopped by for some drinks after dinner. I'm not a huge fan of beer which feels weird here since it's basically all beer, but they did have a few cocktail selections as well. When you arrive, you choose to sit wherever you want and then scan a qr code on the table and order from there. Then, they bring your drinks out to you. The inside smells strongly of beer as expected, but it's super spacious. I decided to get gold velour, one of the 3 cocktails they offered. It arrived pretty quickly, but wasn't too spectacular. It tasted a bit watered down, and while there was a hint of alcohol if definitely wasn't super present. I will say, though, it is cheaper than a lot of other cocktails around here. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing, but I did enjoy the overall ambiance of the place. read more

Triple rock - Cocktails - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

WHEN: Wednesday, 11/16/22 @ 8pm Parking: no private lot so be prepared to find street parking. The bus stops close by so if you're a student I'd recommend taking the bus that way you can drink and not worry about driving Now to the review... TRIPLE ROCK TRIVIA NIGHT!!! We got here at 7:50 right before trivia starts (8-10pm) and the place was packed. They have a huge room with open seating that they use for trivia on Wednesday nights. When we got here every seat was taken but we were lucky to catch a group leaving. They have a QR code at every table so you order everything online and they bring the food to your table. What I got: 1. 20oz Star Bed ($8.75) -- a crisp and fruity beer #love 2. Rock Hopper Burger ($13) -- a very mid burger that comes with a side of homemade kettle chips. the chips were great but the burger was so bad Overall, food is definitely a no go there. But the ambiance is GREAT!! The trivia nights are so fun and executed well with new questions every week. The drinks are bomb and the ordering is made even easier with the online process read more

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Came here recently to catch the Warriors game with some friends. They do have security checking vax cards and IDs and they stamp you. It was crowded and they have hella TVs. Tables were left dirty until we asked someone if they can wipe it down. They also have small tables outside for dining. They have good beer and you can order and pay with the QR code which is super convenient. We didn't order food this time. The only TV that was playing the Warriors game was changed to a football game that was already on another TV! lol we voiced our disappointment and the waitress seemed annoyed but was able to change another TV for the game. haha. read more

This place is very cool and has various rooms with a rooftop deck (partially opened) and a front patio off of the street parklet. They have a great varieties of in house made beers. They have a brewery on the spot. And the wings are great too. read more

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Food: 3.6/5 NO ONE ON HERE TALKS ABOUT HOW AMAZING THEIR DRY RUB WINGS ARE AND HOW ITS ONE OF THE ONLY THINGS SAVING THEIR FOOD MENU!!! came with some friends for a snack and some drinks and got the Wings to share with BBQ and Dry Rub flavor and a plate of nachos. usually, we solely come here for the Monkeyhead beers for Trock Thursdays (come for the Berkeley college experience on these days), but it was late and one of the only places still open near us away from Telegraph. the dry rub seasoning they use is a little smokey, a little sweet, some subtle cajun spice in there; genuinely some of the best wings i've had. the chicken was juicy and we all inhaled them within like 5 minutes of it getting to our table. bbq was typical, nachos were aight. cocktails were mid af. cant say anything else about the rest of their menu. i really only came here to bump up the hype on those dry rub wings. so if you are feeling a little bit hungry, i swear you should get the wings. read more

Triple rock - DRY RUB WINGS !!! bbq wings and nachos - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

This food is some of the worst pub food I've had. I returned a buttermilk fried chicken because the piece of checker was literally flat, no meat and it was overcooked. Then I ordered a burger that is also so thin and tasteless. The onion rings were overcooked and nearly no onion. Some of the fries, which I ordered with the burger after being 100% disappointed by the slaw that was just kinda pickled vegetables, were not all cooked through. I will not be coming back no matter what game is playing. read more

Triple rock - Mill burger, if you can call it that. - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

A great spot to grab food, a drink, or just hang out with friends. They play sports on the TVs and play game audio for major events, so it's one of the better places to watch sports in the area too. Service is always friendly and prompt, and the value is great for the Bay Area. read more

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What an incredible spot on Shattuck. I'm a huge fan of Triple Rock! Great place for watching the game or grabbing some drinks and snacks. I'm a huge fan of the Smash Burger here. It's an incredible cheap cheeseburger - try it out! Fries are also great. TRB is usually very busy when I'm there, but the service is always very friendly. Everyone loves Triple Rock! read more

We stopped in for a couple of beers while walking in the area before meeting up with our daughter. The draw for us was the roof top tables, which were nice but had no view whatsoever. Otherwise, here is what we noticed: - Decent selection of beers either their own or others - All ordering is done via an app - The beers tasted pretty good - We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip, which was OK but nothing special Bottom line: OK place for some beers and a casual bite, but not one of the best craft breweries I've been to. read more

Triple rock - Spinach and Artichoke Dip - Burgers Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great place for some good craft brews , food and screens to watch your fave game to! With ample indoor and outdoor seating - this is a perfect weekend hang out spot and could be particularly nice if coming from SF - in case you want to escape the summer cold weather for a change. read more

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