Brooklyn Brewery

3.84/5  rDev -2.8%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 2.75 | selection: 4.25
by snaotheus from Washington

Visited last week on a weekday in the afternoon with my wife. Vibe is cool, somewhat eclectic brewery, big and interesting location. Lots of non-standard stuff on tap, and most of what I tried was pretty good. Nothing was bad, some fairly standard stuff was just OK.

I didn't like their "small pours" policy at all, and/or the servers were unhelpful. I wanted small pours of several of their big beers (I'm not likely to be in the area again for years, and I can't drink several full servings of barrel aged beers), but the server told me (with some attitude) that she could only give me small pours as a side to a larger pour. Apparently flights are available (I saw other people with them at their table), but my server didn't bother to mention it as an option -- but maybe some of the beer I wanted wasn't available in a flight? I don't know for sure.

The Black Ops, Black Chocolate Stout, and the barleywine were really good. The hazy IPA and pilsner I had were boring. I'd go back, and I'd recommend it to the right kind of beer nerd. I would guess my server's attitude was a fluke, and I would hope that Brooklyn reconsiders their unhelpful "small pour" policy.

Oct 18, 2021

4.25/5  rDev +7.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
by eluvah from New York

Probably my 5th visit over the last 20 years. They continue to make improvements while keeping the original flavor of the place. Got to sample Black Ops which was a thrill and went old school with a Brown after that. Service was great. Met a few tourists from Germany who were having a great time. They may not be as trendy as some others in Brooklyn but this is still a great place to enjoy beer.

Sep 17, 2019

4.11/5  rDev +4.1%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4
by Harrison8 from Missouri

Exterior reveals very little, while the interior opens up into a cavernous room full of a gift shop and brewing equipment. A long bar sits in the room adjacent, with bier hall style seating available as well. Tap list is pretty straightforward Brooklyn offerings, with some addition cellar pours and ciders available. Staff was quick and friendly.

It's a cozy space with good beer, making it well worth a visit.

Sep 13, 2019

3.04/5  rDev -23%
vibe: 3.5 | quality: 2.5 | service: 3.5 | selection: 3
by Ndwest04 from North Carolina

Not sure why this beer is marketed and sold as a Lager. Its taste to me is much more reminiscent of a Palestinian Ale. The aftertaste is bitter and very hops-like. That said, it's a decent to solid beer to enjoy if Pale Ales are your thing.

Jul 26, 2016

4/5  rDev +1.3%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4 | selection: 4
by mmilyko from Nevada

Visited during the NYC Marathon. My wife was running the race, and the route passed within blocks of Brooklyn Brewery, one of my fave New World breweries. Although they weren't offering Local 1 or 2 (not really surprising),
they were pouring the Sorachi Ace, which was an excellent "on tap" opportunity for me. Staff was friendly and helpful, even for Brooklyn (New Yorkers, you know what I mean). Highly recommended stop, especially if you are NYC Marathon watching.....convenient to NYC Subway.

May 12, 2016

4.1/5  rDev +3.8%
vibe: 5 | quality: 3.5 | service: 5 | selection: 3.5
by Chaddiechadchad from Netherlands

I really liked the tour here, I was lucky enough that the tour guide had his family present so he was doing an outstanding performance. It was also free. The beer is good but not fantastic. One of my favorite tours.

Mar 18, 2016

3.09/5  rDev -21.8%
vibe: 3.5 | quality: 3.5 | service: 2 | selection: 3.5
by BurkeBeerGuy from Virginia

Sorry, but for a place with the reputation (and quality of beers) that Brooklyn has, I expected more. On a Saturday afternoon (I know), a 40 minute wait to get in. Then, the "buy your beer tokens" line. Then, another 15 minutes in the "buy your beer" line. We bought two rounds on our one trip through the line just to avoid going in the line again. Almost zero interaction with the staff unless you're taking the tour. Unbelievably loud. Glad I did it; they had some cool unexpected beers; but just too much time and aggravation for too little payoff.

Mar 14, 2016

3.44/5  rDev -12.9%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 3 | service: 3.75 | selection: 3.5
by Knapp85 from Pennsylvania

Went here before a concert while in Brooklyn once. The place is pretty big the tour was nice, The staff was good. The selection was decent. I'm not sure if I'd rush back here for anything but it was nice to check out at least once.

Mar 01, 2016