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Union Bear Brewing

4.8 (251 reviews)
ModerateBreweries, American, Bars
Open • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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UNION BEAR BREWING ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Loud
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Mushroom, pepperoni and sausage pizza
Joseph M.

Union Bear Denton TX I'm on another business trip, and like always, my first move when arriving in a new city is to check my trusty Yelp to see what spots are worth trying. Union Bear caught my attention, so I figured I'd give it a shot. Walked in and immediately liked the atmosphere. Football and playoff baseball were on at the bar, which is always a plus in my book. They have a nice selection of house brewed beers, so I went with the No Coast IPA. I ordered a pizza, it was delicious! Good beer, delicious pizza, and sports on TV. What more can you ask for when you're traveling for work? I'm here in Denton for a week long business trip, and Union Bear definitely helped kick things off on a good note. Always enjoy finding a solid local spot when I'm away from home. Thanks, Union Bear, for a great start to my week in Texas! Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. Cheers!

White pizza
Gem N.

What a great restaurant to go to when I visit my son at college! Just the right vibe between his restaurant needs and mine. Very clean and inviting interior with a great food and craft beer selections. I had the white pizza and although it wasn't the best white pizza I've had (it was more "carbonara" than cheese") - it was tasty. The rest of the family all loved their choices. We will definitely be back for a second visit really soon

Fried Mushrooms
Michael M.

Travel Eats: Denton. In town for a conference for work. Drove in and arrived around 8pm on a Sunday night and needed a place to grab a beer and bite. Union Bear had very high Yelp reviews and was open, so off we went...and were we glad that we did! Nice larger restaurant/brewery/bar with plenty of seating, TVs for football and an out of this world appetizer menu. In fact all we got was a couple of pints, a couple appetizers, and an order of fries. All were delicious! I was busy chatting with colleagues and winding down from the 4 hour drive, so I only got a pic of one of the appetizer- the Fried Mushrooms and they were AMAZING! They came in clusters of tiny mushrooms, not the typical presentation of fried mushrooms at most places. The batter was light and complimented the taste of the mushrooms well- did not overpower. The accompanying dipping sauce also added a nice touch, but they were delicious with or without the dip. We also got pretzel bites and beer cheese, which were also very delicious (sorry, no pic). Come to this conference here every year and will certainly be back to Union Bear next year!!!

Fraddy
Sue C.

What a great place! I had not been to Union Bear since visiting their Frisco location several years ago, and I am happy to say it is still a fantastic spot for drinks, food, and a fun atmosphere. We started at the bar as our reserved table wasn't ready yet. My husband already knew what beer he wanted but I was on the fence. I decided to try one of the frozen cocktails, but one was a little too sour and the other was a bit too sweet. The bartender suggested mixing the two together into what they called a "Fraddy," and it was absolutely perfect! The staff was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and helpful, which is something that seems harder and harder to find these days. They have TVs throughout the restaurant, making it a great place to catch a game, and we especially enjoyed watching the World Cup there. The outdoor patio is spacious and inviting, and I also appreciated that they accept reservations. Bella was an outstanding server who made excellent recommendations for our meal. The pizza was very tasty, although it was slightly undercooked for our preference. We also ordered a small Caesar salad, which was good but a little smaller than expected, so we will definitely order the large next time. Overall, we had a great experience and will absolutely be back!

Build your own pizzas
Jenny F.

We had dinner with friends at Union Bear Brewing Company last night, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The hostess greeted us warmly and seated us right away. From that point on, everything just kept getting better. The food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was fun, welcoming, and lively. Our waitress, Erika, made the evening even more enjoyable with her exceptional service, friendly personality, and great sense of humor. She truly went above and beyond, and we'll definitely request her the next time we visit. If you haven't tried Union Bear Brewing Company yet, I highly recommend it. We're so happy to have such a fantastic restaurant and brewery so close to home!

Pizza
Sarah C.

Service was great! It was a slower night, tasty options / first visit. I liked the vibe- clean, casual. I had the Rueben, I did not care for their sauce- it's their version of thousand island. It was a little spicy for me...but I'm spice averse, lol. I would recommend!

Menu - sandwiches
Mike E.

Beer is very good and a nice variety, not overloaded with IPA like most craft breweries. Our server was great. High-energy and he knew the menu very well (food and beers). The food missed the mark a bit. The Reuben has their own sauce instead of a good thousand islands dressing and it wasn't great. A Reuben doesn't have interchangeable ingredients. It came with "salt and pepper" fries but these completely tasteless fries had neither (as in not a sprinkle of either). A salad was described as "OK". The atmosphere is casual, a little more upscale feeling inside compared to the look of the building's exterior.

Union Bear has a pool table!
James H.

Fantastic service drinks, and vibe at Union Bear ! Love their circle booth seating and signature drinks !

Perfect brew
Andrew C.

I've always enjoyed Union Bear brews and since I was in town we weren't far from the brewery. The place was packed so you know they're doing something right. The food was great and so were those icy cold suds they are pushing out. Glad I could support a local brewery!

Ally D.

UB continues to be the best spot in Denton. It's great for family dinners, great for happy hours, great for watching a game. The service is unmatched - friendly, fast, fun, personable. The food is always good - high quality, well made, always the same high standard. The beer is, of course, the best thing about this place! Try all the draft beers you can!

Chips and queso
Travis And Elizabeth N.

We had stopped by to try the beer glad we did, this is now one of our local places. Good food, excellent staff very friendly. We enjoyed sitting by the kitchen We got a glimpse of everything coming out and are excited to head back soon. Tried many of the beer some were good and some fantastic. Great experience here are a few pictures. Travis

Shrimp tacos
Khiem H.

I'll start off saying the food here is surprisingly good for a bar. The pork rinds and shrimp tacos were great, I'd skip the pizza though. The service amazing. There's plenty of seating and super chill. I'd comeback again when I'm in the area.

Beer flight
Michelle R.

We came here for my brother's 21st birthday. We had the beer flight; our server helped us choose the beers and we really liked everything we tried. The food was also very good, no complaints there. Our server was attentive. It was a nice and laid-back place for us to drink and eat and talk.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the friendly attentive staff, inviting lively atmosphere, and a diverse flavorful menu. The excellent beer selection also stands out.

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Thanks for coming and we'd love to see you again. Cheers!

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Appreciate the love! Come and see us again soon!!

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6 months ago

The nicest people, great food and a free photo booth. What more could you ask for! Totally awesome place!! Loved it! Highly recommend!

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Overpriced. Ok beer. Ok burgers, lack taste. Small appetizers. Go to BWW or WS instead.

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This is the best place. Food, Service and atmosphere. Great for friends and family and it's great to have a few drinks.

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Good falafel burger and pleasant seating outdoors. Attentive service. Just wish my fries were hot...

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Good beer brewed onsite, good food at reasonable cost. Pleasant atmosphere. I'll be back!

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The food and service is always great. We've been several times and will continue to go.

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Is there a minimum party size or minimum spending amount for private parties?

When I checked regarding a private party, it was $1000 minimum and a specific menu. That obviously could change at anytime.

Do you have to be 21 to enter, would my teenagers be able come with us to eat?

No. We are a full service restaurant and family friendly!

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