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| - Pedal Haus Brewery is a large and modern brewery and restaurant located in downtown Tempe near the AMC theater. This restaurant sells a combination of their own beer, guest taps, and several full bars. Parking is not available at the restaurant, but there are several garages in the area and using Lyft is probably a better option.
We were here for my 20th high school reunion and dominated the back patio with over 100 guests. The layout of the brewery is a bit odd with several indoor rooms and patio style rooms that are both inside and outside. Nestled among the dining areas are the brewing equipment and a large pizza oven.
Our group was treated to a heavy appetizer buffet including sliders, pasta dishes, and house made potato chips. The menu seems to be standard pub food dominated by typical dishes like burgers, pizza, and mac and cheese. The food was decent, although I may have chosen more aggressive items if it was not catered.
As you would expect, the drinks were flowing. I sampled a few of their house beers which were good. The guest taps were a bit more interesting with different styles. The mixed drinks were pretty typical, but I have sympathy for the bartenders dealing with dozens of guests more interested in the last 20 years than their drink orders.
The overall feel is sort of eclectic and modern hipster with a sprawling location. Pedal Haus is a decent place to take a large group as they can cater to a broad range of tastes. The location is great, especially for visiting ASU parents or even locals looking to meet up with new friends.
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