We came here on a Saturday night and it was PACKED. Fortunately, we didn't have to wait for a table, however, we chose first available. We didn't think it was terribly hot that evening, so I said okay to a table on the patio. Well, it was really hot at our table. They had a few fans, however, we were in a dead zone. No air. A table opened up not too long after we sat that was in front of their giant fan, so it was great.
THE BEERS:
Sunbru: Kolsch Style Ale
Hop Knot IPA
RAJ IPA
Kilt Lifter: Scottish-Style Ale
Peach Ale
8th Street Pale Ale
Hefeweizen
Oatmeal Stout
Ruben ordered the Sample Tray that featured all eight of their beers for just $10. Great deal. Ruben's favorite of the bunch was the Kilt Lifter. I went with one of their Summer Shandys, the Sippy Sippy with Four Peaks Peach Ale, Tito's Vodka, blood orange liqueur, and lemonade. It was all right.
I was really impressed with the food! Ruben and I shared the Arizona Chicken Rolls ($8) stuffed with grilled chicken, Anaheim chiles and two cheeses and served with sweet jalapeno dressing. The rolls are HUGE and packed with chicken. Great flavors too. However, I thought the dressing was gross.
I had the 8th Street Ale Chicken Strips ($10). The chicken breast is battered with their pale ale creating a really flavorful and crispy exterior. This is also the same batter used on their fries and they were so delicious. The dish is served with a flavorful chipotle ranch that went well with the chicken and fries.
Ruben selected the Popper Burger ($11.50) that was topped with roasted jalapeno, onion straws, and cream cheese. It was good, but not my kind of burger. My mom enjoyed the Pub Fish and Chips ($11). Alaskan Cod is battered with the Kilt Lifter and served with homemade tartar sauce. The fish was really nice.
Service was pleasant and it's a chill place to hang out with your friends. Prices are decent. A solid place to get locally-brewed beer and good bar eats.