Lion is a longtime home brewer in addition to being an overall fan of craft beers. He needed to…read morestop and pick up some supplies, and as this place was close to a spot where we met friends for lunch, we headed over. Artisan Home Brew is a business that has been here for quite some time, which says something in the era of home brew becoming popular, then fading from popularity. Lots of places sprung up during that time, then closed as demand dropped. That they have survived shows their dedication to the art of home brewing and their understanding of who their customer is and what they're looking for. This is not a fancy place, nor is it a place for people to stop and pick up a six pack. They don't sell beer, just all the ingredients and supplies, along with some supplies for wine making. They have some beginner supplies, kits and such, though this is a small part of their inventory. It's an old space with clean swept wooden floors and exposed beam ceilings, part of which have coasters from various craft breweries stapled. Shelves are unadorned, lined with various items, bins of different grains line one wall. The staff are quite knowledgable and friendly, with a club-like atmosphere where discussing the craft is as important, if not more important, then selling the product. Lion joined in on the banter, then made his purchase with a firm handshake and a thanks from both. I have a feeling this is going to become a place he visits often.

Drinks are so good!!! Highly recommend!!! This is a very cool old firehouse turned into a brewery…read moreand restaurant/bar.

Overall, our experience was good, but not sure we would come back. We saw the rooftop umbrellas as…read morewe were driving down Main Street and thought it looked good so we stopped in. There was a nice big parking lot that was right next to the restaurant. We first tried to sit on the rooftop, they had a bunch of picnic tables up there. The ambiance was nice, but the way the sun was in the sky there was no shade. We chose to sit inside instead. It was fairly empty for 6pm on a Saturday. Our waitress was super nice. Husband and I each got a beer (brewed on site). They were good, happy to see a large selection that wasn't all IPAs. We started with the soft pretzel. It was tasty, big and soft. Husband got the brisket noodles. He loved them, but agreed with the menu warning that they were very spicy. I got the fried chicken sandwich. It was okay, nothing special. Kids each got the chicken nuggets and fries. The chicken was fresh hand breaded chicken breast. The French fries were very overdone. Overall, it was fine, but nothing worth coming back for.

Great food by the creek! This is a must go see at least once . Downingtown is a pretty…read morePlace so come down for a Night

Dining at La Sponda is a crap shoot. Here's why…read more Food is a 4-star. Cook staff is good with both the presentation and taste of the food. That's what brought us back. Unfortunately that's where it ends. Service is a 1-star. There seemed to be a language disconnect with the server. An overall near-zero experience. Our server was attentive to other tables seated after us who received their desserts before our entrees. Not one table check-in before, during or after the meal. Had to actually get up out of the seat to make sure the drink order was understood and it was right because the server did not seem to understand. Maybe that put the server off. We also flagged down other servers for assistance during the meal and even for ordering dessert. It took a long time to take payment for our bill. We almost got up to pay at the bar. Thus the crap shoot gamble at La Sponda. Atmosphere a 2.5 star. Loud atmosphere with a heavy metal music rotation. Good music, just not for this dinner atmosphere. Overall a 2.5-star on the strength of the food. We will not be back. Spending the money I did, even though the food is good at La Sponda, I don't want to risk a bad service experience again there. Not worth it for us but might not matter for others. Nevertheless - Caveat Emptor.

Food A+ delicious creative tasty consistent. Service A…read moreterrific knowledgeable friendly. Ambiance C great space size and location. overdue for new beautiful artwork. need a good scrubbing in the restrooms.

In the last few weeks I've hiked trails near Downingtown twice. After my first hike, I came across…read morethe Station Taproom as a place where I hoped to get a beer (or two) while I was waiting for the train back home. After my second hike no question that I wanted to come back here for another visit. Station Taproom is an attractive and comfortable pub with what I found to be an unexpected menu. Many dishes had an Asian influence, but with the additional plus of showcasing some exciting combinations of ingredients. VEGAN BANH MI ::: I had this on my first visit. The sandwich was made with plant-based meatballs, along with carrots, cucumber, plus much more in the mix. (I detected a note of hoisin in the mix, though not mentioned in the menu). "Meatballs" were definitely unexpected in a banh mi. WONTON NACHOS ::: On my second visit to the Taproom, which was last week, I had "wonton nachos". As per the menu, some of the ingredients were "hoisin-berry BBQ pork" as well as mozzarella and pepper jack, and wonton chips. Presentation was important, and I could see that they had spent extra time in plating the dish. A finishing touch was the "micro cilantro" that was delicately sprinkled over the top. I love cilantro, but had never seen it in "micro" form. It was very fresh, wondering now whether they grew it themselves. BEERS ::: On both my visits, "Rachel" made excellent recommendations for hazy IPA's. Great experiences both times.

Restaurant Rating: 4/5 Service Rating: 4/5…read moreFood Rating: 3/5 Parking: Free Parking Lot Restaurant: This restaurant is quite fascinating, as it is housed in a former firehouse. There's plenty of seating available, including options in the bar area and outside. Service: The service was good; our waitress was attentive and professional. Food: Here's what we ordered: *Chips and Queso: Just okay for the price; any store-bought queso would do the job. *Beer Battered Fish: Very good. *Achiote Shrimp: Very good. *Side of Fries: Cold and stale. It seemed like the fries were cooked too early and left sitting out before being served. Conclusion: If you're craving tacos and don't have other options nearby, this place will do. However, it's not really worth the price, with small tacos costing around $6-$8.50 each. There also seems to be a common complaint about food coming out cold, likely due to poor temperature control or coordination in the kitchen.

Great until the 'Keep Austin Weird' vibe took over…read more Tortillas are amazing straight from Texas. Brisket dries out as they chop it all beginning of day. Queso is top notch. No rice? Yeah, nah.

5 stars - Incredible Sports Bar Experience with Amazing Entertainment!…read moreWhat an afternoon and evening at PJ's in Downingtown! The place was packed with an electric atmosphere - we caught the World Baseball Classic, college football, Flyers hockey, and golf all at once. Talk about a sports lover's paradise! The absolute highlight? Irish dancers performing in the restaurant! What a fantastic surprise from the management team - truly made the experience special and memorable. The service was top-notch from start to finish. We started with two very attentive bartenders, and by 4:30 PM they had ramped up to at least four bartenders working the bar. These folks were pouring drafts and mixing cocktails with serious speed and flair - think Tom Cruise in "Cocktail"! Even with the crowd, they took great care of us. And the food? The OG Smash Burger was absolutely amazing - perfectly executed and hit the spot. Thank you to the entire PJ's team for an unforgettable day of sports, entertainment, and great service. Can't wait to come back!

Had to beg for utensils and napkins after ordering dinner. Ordered a chicken sandwich, expecting…read moresome kind of sauce and flavor. Ended up with a dry piece of paper thin chicken, completely plain, sitting on a bun with a pickle. For $20. Should have just gone to chick fillet next door.

This place is always clean when I shop here. There is always fresh food and the people who work…read morethere are nice. I love getting sushi, pastries, and produce.

This Wegmans is located on Lancaster Avenue in Downingtown. I always found this Wegmans carrying…read morefresh vegetables healthy options for takeout, pizza/hoagie take out options, cake and bread. They also have wine and beer collection available for purchase. The store as such has custom order to cakes, and I always liked cake flavor and the decoration they put on the cakes. They're open a little late, and they also have a place to eat within the store around the cafe area. The parking is good enough. However, during the busy hours, it's tough to go in and get out. Nice place to shop.

I'll start by admitting I have a soft spot in my heart for PA "Tappy's". The tavern culture is a…read morestaple in SE PA. You can usually count on good to above average food, a reasonable selection of beers and liquor, decent prices, and a very local crowd. Beaver Creek Tavern fits that bill. Stopped in or lunch on a Saturday. Fish and Chips, burger, and Ham 'n Cheese. graced our table. Generous portions, hot and quick. no need for apps - it would have been too much. Kudo's to our bartender/waitress who was one of the most professional folks I've encountered in a Tappy - truly outstanding service! looking for a place that wont break the bank and still offers great value and a cool local friendly vibe? You just found it. Of course - i still remember the days when every Tappy had a Snapper Soup on the menu - alas tis no more...

Food was good Service was very good. They need more room for dinning. Bar are is goodread more