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.

Taproom with great food and beer! Who could ask for anything more?…read more Families enjoying a nice meal. Love the elevator and spacious roof top.

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

We live close by and haven't been since it's been La Sponda. Went there today with family for an…read moreearly Mother's Day lunch. What a great experience! Our server was great and attentive, the food was really good! We ordered the Caesar salad, calamari, chicken with crab, veal saltimbocca, pasta with shrimp and crab, pasta with meatballs (the person who ordered didn't care for the meatballs but is very particular), baked salmon, and chicken parm dinner. Only issue I would address is that some of the parties food came out at least 5 minutes before the others (about 1/2 the party) which made it awkward. Otherwise, a great experience and all want to return!

Local, came here for happy hour…read more Ambiance: Classic, comfortable, clean, not too bright. Seating: Sat at the bar. Tables and outside seating is also available. Service: Friendly, good service. Crowd: Older. Drinks: Good cocktails, wine, limited beer selection. Food: Good, perfect calamari, my go-to here (most places overcook it). Restrooms: Clean. Parking: Plenty of parking. Value: OK ("Things are tough all over." - C&C) This is my favorite place in Downingtown to meet friends at the bar for a drink and apps. I miss having Tom behind the bar, he made the best Old Fashioned, can read the room - one of the top bartenders in my book! I'll be back.

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!

Came for the happy hour, but what really made the night stand out was my bartender, Callie…read more Midway through happy hour, a disruptive group started altering the vibe of the entire restaurant. Callie handled the situation flawlessly. She professionally but firmly cut them off from ordering more alcohol, completely shifting the atmosphere back to the relaxed, welcoming environment you'd expect. What impressed me most was her ability to manage that tension while never letting her service drop for the rest of her customers. Even while ensuring that group transitioned out of the restaurant smoothly, she maintained great attention to detail and made sure my experience (and everyone else's at the bar) didn't skip a beat. Kudos to Callie for her professionalism and great service!

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...

A hidden gem in Downingtown! Super friendly service and the food is always great. Kid friendly as…read morewell - recommend the Reuben or chicken Caesar wrap.