The Bear has been my neighborhood brewery for some time now {until a couple of months ago it was just four blocks from my house}. Their beer is always consistent, they hardly ever run out of anything {unless it’s the Cafe Racer 15, then it’s expected}, and the service is consistent. We like to sit in the bar area, even if it’s just at the tables. Ryan, the bar manager is kind of a goof but he gets the job done and if you go on Tuesdays, well, be prepared to eat the tacos because he is a great salesman!

My favorite beers are of course the Racer 5, the Churchill’s single hop, and the Racer X when available. I love to get the garlic fries and the press sandwich. The press is garlic filled as well so if you happen to go on a date, I do not recommend. If you’re married, have at it! Yum.

They have a great happy hour Monday- Friday from 3-5 pm, pints are only $3. This is a great brewery to bring your children because they make bomb root beer floats made from their own house-made root beer that they serve on tap. Kids also eat free on Wednesday nights!