Get the crab cake. The fries are perfectly fresh and fried. The crab cake wasn't too much filler. We're not in Maryland so it is ok. The space is wide and open. Cute for groups! We were in the back heated patio. My group was at least 40 people and they handled it well. Everyone had hot food, it came fast if you arrived late to order. Huge beer selection. Keep an eye on the IPAs, they go fast and you will be sad to miss them. I would definitely return! read more

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"And I'm thirsty like the wolf," I sing to myself, not impressing anyone in my vehicle as we pull into Wolf. This seemed like the perfect spot after a long drive. Fenced in outdoor space, corn hole, food, drinks, live music, and recommended by a friend. And technically it had all of those things! And yet somehow, those things were generally only okay. First, music was inside and it was incredibly loud. So we go outside which was just.... A mess. Like, we got mustard on our clothes from an unclean table; food and napkin scraps all stuck in the grass everywhere you looked. Then, the service outside is through a window, which in itself is no problem. The issue is that it was single server on a Friday night and the line took a really long time. The food and drinks we did get, we enjoyed. Based on the other factors, I am unsure that I would make it a point to stop here when back in the area. read more

Stopped in for a Valentine's lunch with my daughter yesterday. They were all decorated on the inside for the holiday. An extremely beautiful brewery, one of the nicest and cleanest I've been to. A very warm and cozy waiting room when you first walk in. Plenty of seating inside and outside. A fireplace separating the waiting room and dining room with lounge chairs in front of it on both sides. We started off with the fry tower. My daughter got a flatbread pizza and I got the Nashville Chicken Sandwich. Fries were very good. The pizza was ok according to my daughter. The chicken sandwich was just ok as well, it was missing something to make it stand out. The chips that came with the sandwich were great, they were homemade chips. Honestly wish I tried one of the burgers, they looked amazing. Including my daughter there were several kids there, maybe expand the kids menu. Only 4 options isn't enough. There is a decent sized merch section behind the hostess station. Got a pint glass with that beautiful logo on it for the collection at home read more

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Super fast service and super clean. Place has an upscale hipster sort of vibe and feels almost too new, but it's nice, priced reasonably, and the food is on par with similar establishments in the area. While I don't get over to that part of town often, the selection of IPAs is good enough that it'll certainly be on my list of options when I'm in the area. read more

RESTAURANT ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE Wolf Brewery Mechanicsburg, PA 2nd visit OPENING STATEMENT The atmosphere was buzzing with a live band. Let's hope the revisit is worth it. OPENING "I arrived during dinner service. The room carried a steady energy, suggesting competence. Service began promptly, and the environment appeared generally maintained." Service Assessment "Service followed a generally appropriate sequence. The menu was presented clearly and water and beverage were offered . Specials were presented. The specials which were offered were few in number. Not a detraction if the main course exceeded expectations. Order taking reflected strong menu knowledge and was handled accurately without clarity. Timing was prompt with overall pacing consistent with an experienced waitress. Interaction tone was professional and appropriate , with communication that supported the overall experience. Deanna was on her game tonight. Dinnerware was lacking refinement, one set was not clean and needed a re-service. Second set was perfect. Not negatively graded against Wold. The dessert was offered at the right time. Perfect timing in food presentation. Overall, service execution was consistent, with maximum impact on the flow of the dining experience. I asked for the main dish to be delayed and Deanna professionally judged correctly. My meals were delivered when I wanted them. I would hire Deanna with a raise anytime. It was a pleasure to meet such a professional server. Deanna exuded empathy, vision, and professionalism. Service Grade Service: A + Beverage Assessment \\ "Coffee was served promptly, Temperature was appropriate. The profile was balanced with no off-notes. Body was appropriate and freshness appeared consistent. Notable nutty notes with very slight fruitiness. Presentation was clean and complete, including cup condition and accompaniments. Overall, the beverage supported the dining experience to a strong degree. Made me want to order dessert! Let's see if I did. Bravo - someone was actually listening. Beverage Grade Beverage: A + FOOD (STRUCTURED EVALUATION) Food Assessment - Hummus, no Hummus. Pierogies YES! - Appetizer "The dish demonstrated strong technical execution, well cooked. Temperature was appropriate, and structural integrity was maintained. Balance was exceptional, with flavor development that supported the overall composition. Texture provided appropriate. Crispy, not over salted, oil was maintained. Ingredient quality appeared consistent, contributing to a result that aligned with the intended outcome. The ingredients appeared fresh and left the potato as the star. Overall, the dish was well executed with noticeable impact on the overall dining experience. The hots sauce with the spikes of heat was done at a master's level. I didn't burn my mouth and it was not so hot it covered the flavor of the pierogie. Well Done! Food Assessment - Crab Sandwich - Main dish "The dish demonstrated strong technical execution, cooked to perfection. Temperature was appropriate, and structural integrity was maintained. The sandwich did not fall apart. The control of moisture was exceptional. No structural failure here. Balance was exceptional, with flavor development that supported the overall composition. Texture provided appropriate. Fine mix of ingredients and FRESH! Ingredient quality appeared consistent, contributing to a result that aligned with the intended outcome. The amount of crab in the crab cake was spot on. No a ton of breading and not loaded parsley. A touch more salt perhaps, but then again, I like salt. Overall, the dish was well executed with noticeable impact on the overall dining experience. I was not left hungry after this meal. Exceptional execution. I would order again and again. Food Grade Food: A + ENVIRONMENT Environment Assessment "The dining area was generally clean, though minor details suggested inconsistent attention to upkeep. Table condition was appropriate, and overall maintenance appeared uneven. Room temperature was comfortable impacting comfort to a minimal degree. Air quality was neutral, with [no noticeable odors that did not impact the dining experience. Ambiance was cohesive, contributing to the experience in a supportive manner. The restroom was adequately stocked but inconsistent with the floor and unpainted areas around the urinals with odor control consistent, reflecting moderate attention to overall facility upkeep. The last time I was here the wall near the urinal still needed gray paint. And it does until this day. The floor in the bathroom is hard to keep clean. Popping in to clean the floor every now again would help. While the waitstaff were busy. This was the time for front of the house To take the initiative. Taking a broom and dustpan to the food under the tables takes 5 minutes. This was an issue the last visit. Overall rating A - read more

Wanted to love this place but dan't plan to return. The first time we tried to go, they were open but only serving a late night menu (we missed the cutoff by a few minutes). So we decided to return another time. The second time we went, we took young adults with us for music trivia (trivia ended up boring them so we only stayed for dinner). Some of the food was ok. Some was good. Some was blah. All of it seemed just a little high for the quality and quantity. The brews were ok. My daughter got the Quad Berry Sorbet sour. It was just over $9 for a 16 oz. It was pretty good. Didn't seem to have the ABV they listed (8.7%) but maybe it was just really smooth. Hubby got the New Beginings and it was $8.25 for 16 oz and he really liked it. For food, the Beer Cheese and Soft Pretzels for $12 was excellent. The pretzels were average but the beer cheese was fabulous. We also had some french fry dish that was terrible and soggy and yuck. The Aged Cheddar Jalapeno Tomato Soup for $8 tasted like a bowl of pizza sauce. Nobody liked it. The $12 Caesar salad was average and not worth the price. The Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich was really liked for $16. The braised lamb sandwich for $18 was "good" but was more like a stewed meat than a grilled meat which was odd. The $19 burger wasn't worth it. The cornbread side wasn't worth the $8 and had butter poured on the top so it seemed greasy. Food just didn't live up. Nobody liked the ambiance, either. The odd lighting at the bar like a night club then the sparse prison like vibe . . . it was odd . . . no art on the walls . . . just not inviting. read more

Nice atmosphere. Good food. Didn't feel rushed. I ordered the Salmon BLT. My husband ordered the Bison burger. read more

Wolf Brewing - Salmon BLT Bison burger Fries were great too - Brewpubs Near Me - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

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Great place in Mechanicsburg. Really cool interior, everything is on theme and provides a chill, cool vibe. I tried the cream ale, NZ pale, and Italian pils - all really good. I went on a Saturday afternoon, not that busy and the staff was on point as well. Feels like a good place for big gatherings or small dinners out. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Wolf Brewing - Italian Pils - Brewpubs Near Me - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Great local brewery. Pretty popular so you might need a reservation. Nice variety of great food and drinks. Various seating options inside & outside. Have been here multiple times and will be back. read more

Had Sunday brunch with friends. I had the most delicious cup of soup. Wish I would've ordered the bowl. Chicken Curry. I think it was the best soup I've ever eaten. The server said it's not offered very often. I think it should be on the menu every day. My friends were also impressed with their food. The French toast looked amazing. I will definitely return. read more

My friend and I went to Wolf's to celebrate my birthday. I started with the Prosecco cider. It was delicious so I decided to have another! We shared the pretzel sticks with the beer cheese and mustard sauces. They were light and a great starter. I was craving a cheeseburger, so I got their standard burger. It was cooked as ordered. I enjoyed the pickles and sauce. I asked for the fries to be extra crispy, which they weren't but they still were tasty. My friend got the Nashville chicken. It was a huge portion and she enjoyed it. Our server was very attentive and Allowed us time to catch up and eat our appetizer, then came back to take our entrée orders. She did a nice job of keeping our waters filled and checking in with us. The restaurant wasn't too noisy and there were quite a few large parties there. It's always a great night at the brewery. read more

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Went back again 2 more times and was not disappointed! Items we have tried were fry tower for $9, which comes with two dipping sauces. we got Golden Gaze Beer Cheese, ranch, and wolf's special sauce. I love a good homemade ranch. However, I am not a huge fan of over dill, and theirs, unfortunately, is too much dill! However, the other two sauces were amazing. You can add an extra sauce for 1 dollar. We also got this visited the spicy meat lovers flatbread for $18 i do think for the size. That $18 is a little much for this. However it is really good. We went back another night, and I got the salmon BLT for $20.00 with a side of fries for an extra $2. O M G, was that BLT AMAZZZZZZING!!!! I would order again and again!!! read more

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We will definitely be returning to this excellent eatery! We went on a night with live music and really enjoyed the energy. The decor and overall ambiance were a tad on the boujee side for a brewery--I felt like I should've worn something other than a sweatshirt, but no one seemed to mind. It's a very cool and sleek looking place. The servers were busy but adequately attentive, and friendly. My burger was great, although the gluten-free bun crumbled quickly as GF buns tend to do. My dining companion really enjoyed their burger, too. As for the drinks, fruity ones highly recommended! Both the stouts we tried were excessively sweet for our taste buds. A huge bonus for us gluten-sensitive people is that all the beers on the menu are gluten-reduced unless otherwise marked. I know, not okay for celiac, but beneficial for me! I loved feeling safe drinking a small amount of beer for a change. read more

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Went here for birthday and was excited about the pit beef sandwich. The expresso martini was delightful. Very light and refreshing. My husband loved the dusk til dawn lager. The beer pretzel was delicious and the mustard was creamy and had the perfect bite to clear your sinuses. Husband loved the burger with bacon and a drippy egg. His favorite. I was disappointed in the pit beef. It was way too fatty and a bit dry. Next time I'll get the burger. Still an excellent experience the waiter was vey attentive. The place is very nice and spacious. Great for a date. We will be back read more

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We stopped in for beer and a bite of lite fare during happy hour (3-6). The People were 5 stars Place was 5 stars (the setup was well thought out.) Menus were easy to read 5 stars. There were 3 menus, Specials, food and a drinks menu. Each had prices and the beer menu told about the drink, the available sizes and prices. Now none of that is on the rating. You really don't care if I liked the place, you are reading about the beer and food, so... I had three styles of beers, an Oktoberfest, a Hefeweizen and a stout. All were a good range of the ABV, perfect for what you expect. The Heffe and Okto were just under 6 ABV, and the stout held at 4.1. The Oktoberfest was spot on, the Heffe was delicious but I opted for the added lemon and it improved the flavor yet again, as for the stout, it came out with a watery porter like flavor at first, but after letting it warm to something above 40 degrees, it hit the note perfectly. (I let it sit for about 45 minutes, the owner mentioned it did need to sit, most stout are enjoyed a bit above 40 degrees.) As for the food I was very pleased. I shared the pierogies with butter and onions and the crab cake platter with slaw fries and a remoulade sauce. The pierogies were right up my alley, the Potato filling with the crunchy shell and sour cream hit the target. A perfect filling to complement a few beers. The crab cakes showed a crabby meaty flavor with a modest amount of filling, my wife and I were surprised and happy to split the pair. All in all a must stop by in my book. read more

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The adorable hostess Avery, our server Alex B were friendly and professional. The ambiance was welcoming. The restaurant was modern and clean. I ordered a glass of the honey cider which was pretty tasty. The food was delicious and plentiful. I ordered the Cubano Panini with homemade bbq chips. The Cuban sandwich was made just like I've eaten in Miami. Save room for a cup of ice cream. I chose their Lemon and Blueberry weekly special. I highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

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We stopped at Wolf Brewing on a whim as we were driving through Mechanicsburg. It's definitely worth the stop!! We each enjoyed a flight of 4 beers & shared their pierogi with butter & onions appetizer. I had the blackberry chicken salad which was so simple & so well thought out. Delicious!! My daughter had the pit beef sandwich & my husband had the Italian hoagie which the both said were very good as well. I do suggest getting the fries with your sandwich instead of the house chips. The fries are very good!! read more

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Sweet knowledgeable waitress. Good lamb sandwich but stewed and I was expecting a lamb burger. Still it was good. My partner loved the chicken sandwich with just the right kick to it. Nice parking lot, minimalist decor, had small 4 ounce beer glasses if you're not a beer drinker but like a small taste. We'll definitely go again and try the wolf burger and fries! read more

My best descriptor I can come up with is "meh." This was my first time here, and it was just ok. Not really my scene. Food was average. I had a Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich. It wasn't very spicy, at all, and there was not nearly enough chicken to fill the roll. The drinks were very overpriced and, in my opinion, so was the food. While the food wasn't bad, it was nothing spectacular that would warrant the higher prices. We were with a group and were out on the patio. One of the heaters by our table went out and it took quite a while to get it operational again. Meanwhile, it was freezing out there. Overall, while it was ok, it was just that...ok. Definitely not someplace that I'm anticipating returning to any time soon. read more

This place is really nice, with plenty of seating and menu options. We went on a Sunday which is limited Brunch menu, but there's something for everyone. The beer, sours and seltzers are plentiful, great tasting and comparably priced to other breweries. The wait staff are super friendly, accommodating and helpful when trying to select your flights. I had the venison burger which was flavorful and juicy. The pirogies were delicious!! I had the caramelized onions and butter added to mine. Overall, very happy with the experience. Thought the bill was a little high, but I'm not going to complain when the food and beer was everything I expected and wanted. read more

Wolf Brewing - Sunday Brunch menu - Brewpubs Near Me - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

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We went here with friends, who live walking distance from Wolf Brewing. It's a large restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a very good food menu, and a interesting variety of beers on tap. I had a sausage soup for lunch, which had a nice flavor. I split a flight with my partner. The beers I had were good. As often happens, I liked one beer better then the other. Our server recognized that we were all talking a lot and gave us the time we needed to get settled in and order. We did not feel rushed. For the folks that live near this place, they have a gem! If I lived there, I'd be at Wolf's at least once a week if not more! read more

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Food was excellent as was the service. Waiter was very attentive. Requested seating in a quiet area and were placed in a back room with a large screen television. Was able to enjoy a football game with good friends while dining. Portions were good size. read more

Perfectly cooked salmon topped an expertly prepared summer salad complete with their house-made dressing. Our party also enjoyed Tuesday evening specials! Paired with a flight of beer. Will be returning regularly! read more

One star based on how cold the plastic wrapped porch area was. Hostess walked us past many (at least 6) open tables indoors to the plastic wrapped outdoor porch, which was freezing cold. She assured us that it "warms up quickly." Well, 2 hours later, it was still freezing. Our party of 4 never got to sit down because we were too busy huddled around the heater that barely emitted any heat. Maybe we should have complained, but maybe the server should have noticed that we were shivering. An older couple seated next to us started complaining within earshot of our waiter and he ignored them. They finally were moved indoors after they flagged down another waiter. Our waiter didn't seem to care nor ask about our comfort. Will never be back. read more

We had a good dinner at Wolf Brewing. The Wife had the Chicken and Waffles with French Fries and Cole Slaw Fried Organic Chicken Breast, House Made Belgian Waffle, House Made Howlin' Sweet Heat, House Made Creamy Coleslaw she found it a little spicier than expected but still delicious. I had the Nashville Hot Chicken Fried Organic Chicken Breast, House Dill Pickle Chips, Bibb Lettuce, Chipotle Aioli, Cayenne Hot Honey Sauce, Philadelphia Roll. I am not a fan of Cayenne but I love the heat. There really wasn't an aftertaste of the cayenne's that you usually get so it made it a perfect spicy sauce. The roll itself was tasty and perfect for this sandwich. I ordered a 16Oz New Moon Stout Irish Stout - 4.1% ABV - Served on Nitro This dark Irish Stout is surprisingly light but full of flavor, with a dense creamy white head. Deanna our server was very friendly and helpful when we had question on our food & beer choices. Wolf Brewing is a modern open concept dining room with a larger bar & other seating . available. There are nights when entertainment is there so check it out before you go. You can reserve online or call in to make a reservation, read more

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Wolf's just made me the best Manhattan ever to honor my mother's birthday! Thank you so much for your kindness

I had a really great meal here in early April. A wonderful burger and sweet potato fries. I also enjoyed a flight of their craft beers and they were all good. Service was great, but I will hold on commenting on the atmosphere- it was trivia night, which wasn't bothersome, but made the experience different than perhaps a normal night. Will return and would recommend. read more

I've been traveling to the area for work for s couple years and this spot caught my eye. I was finally able to stop in! First, a beautiful venue. Honestly, I would have my rehearsal dinner here (and maybe a small wedding) if I lived closer it's so beautiful! The service was great, and our waitress was on it the whole time. I started with a sour flight because I couldn't try just one, they were all so great! And even some great sour options for those that don't like it super sour. I wanted to try the risotto but unfortunately they were sold out so I ended up getting the poached pear salad, which honestly, was pretty phenomenal. The flavors married very well. I also got one of their vegetarian patties and it was super unique and had really great flavor. I also had the pear cobbler with ice cream and it was great - good flavor and the ice cream was so creamy and delicious. I will say I had some coworkers who weren't as impressed, they had the crab cakes and weren't huge fans. But whenever. Everything I had was great! read more

Wolf Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Great food and beer options. Everything was delicious and service was awesome. Clean and comfortable atmosphere. Family friendly as well.

It's just okay. For a local place, the food is overpriced and not "amazing" for what you are paying. Our food came out burnt and cold. Server was great, but not his fault. Wouldn't recommend, but also wouldn't tell people to stay away from here. read more

I hesitated to write this review, but since this is the second time bad experience I've had to do so. Two years ago, we visited Wolf Brewing and said never again. However, when my wife received a gift card, we decided to give it another chance, which turned out to be a mistake. We ordered Pitt Beef sandwiches and beer flights. Unfortunately, the sandwich bread was stale, and the beef was dry and flavorless. I am not kidding, the bread was old, dry, hard... While the beer was decent, it wasn't anything special. On a positive note, our waitress, Sophia, was very pleasant and professional. read more

Everything was incredible! Tried the fried Green Tomato special, absolutely amazing. Every plate that came out to us was exceptionally well crafted. Started with a flight of beers and ended with an espresso martini, everything was perfect. Thank you Wolf Brewing for the spectacular experience. read more

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3 - Solid choice if you're in the area. Skip to the end to see my rating scale. I struggled trying to decide between a 3 or a 4 for Wolf Brewing. Every category teetered between the two. So in the end, I decided to let the beer be the deciding factor. The most interesting beer they had was a mojito beer...I appreciate the uniqueness. But the rest of the menu was so-so. I got a flight to try as many varieties as I could, but none blew me away. Again...solid choice if you're in the area, but nothing that would make me go out of my way to drink. Large indoor space and equally large outdoor space that is pet-friendly which I greatly appreciate. Both very nice but neither cozy nor inviting...it's sort of a modern sterile feel. Hand in hand with that is the service, and honestly the service is what made the rating hard for me. When we were there they had LOTS of people working and every one of them was excellent. Friendly, accommodating, helpful...but none up-in-your-face annoying. If I was rating the staff, they'd get a 5 from me - no question. But...you have to go inside to order. As nice as the outdoor area is and as great as the servers/bartenders are, you get forgotten if you sit outside. Kind of a bummer. So in the end, I'd go back if I'm in the area because the staff really is that great, but the beer isn't good enough to make me go out of my way. 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive up to 30 minutes just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here read more

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We visit often to see local music. Beautiful fireplace, large open bar/seating area. Wait staff is usually very attentive. Food is a little on the pricey side, and we've tried many different items, but haven't found that one go to food. When in doubt what to order, burger is usually consistent. Pit beef was mostly roll, little filling. Perogies are fried and dry. Worth a visit here and there, but not our first choice for food. read more

***all the beers are unfiltered and gluten reduced to less than 20 PPM*** this means that you have enjoy a beer even if you are gluten-free!! I had a Strawberry Daiquiri Seltzer and I was amazing! We got the pierogis and a small side of fries - both are great! Can't go wrong. TRIED THE ROASTED RED PEPPER AIOLI!! With 2 beers and 2 appetizers our bill was still reasonable! The "vibe" at Wolf Brewing is great and they have a great patio! This is a must visit! read more

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Really liked Wolf Brewing. Went on a Wednesday evening and it was relatively empty. We sat in their outdoor area which was a mixture of stones and grass. There were a couple corn hole boards to play with. When in the outdoor area you have to go up to the window and order your drinks and food. They will still bring it out to you. We ordered the chicken and waffles, sweet heat pierogis, crab cake sandwich and kids burger. Oh and can't forget the best part- on the prowl beer (hazy IPA) - it was amazing. Actually everything we ordered was super good. Never know what you are going to get with brewery food and Wolf is totally worth stopping. I can't wait to go back again to try something else on their food and beer menu. Definitely a kid friendly place! read more

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Excellent bison burger. Service was attentive and timely. Nice atmosphere for variable clients

Holy Hell Batman this place is off the chain!!! Great selection of beers and sours!!! And the food, gimme a Hell Yeah!!! The house pastrami is the bomb!!! read more

Wolf Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

This was our first time and all of us (with 3 kids) enjoyed the food and the trivia night. Skylar was the best server!!!! read more

Wolf Brewing is a very nice contemporary brew pub located in the emerging Legacy Park development in Mechanicsburg, PA. This review is strictly beers and facility as I didn't have a chance to sample the food on this visit. The brew pub is very large and has a contemporary feel throughout. There were over a dozen house-brewed beers on tap during our recent visit in addition to a full bar and a nice selection if wines by the glass. The main bar is a beautiful marble top in a large room with plenty of TVs for sports fans. Despite the large room snd full crowd the noise level was quite manageable and we were able to carry on normal conversation. Wolf also has smaller side rooms and a very nice outdoor dining space. The attention to detail and quality are evident everywhere I tried the Haka session IPA and the Dubs IPA and both were quite tasty and fresh. I look forward to a future visit and the chance to work my way through the rest of the beer menu. Service was excellent and the staff was clearly well-prepared. Staffing levels also seemed to be on the mark so Wolf appears to have dodged the hiring challenges facing so many other restaurants. Wolf is definitely worth a visit. read more

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