RR pilgrimage, need timing advice.

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  1. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    Good Morning BA Folks,
    I was just informed that I have a 5 day weekend starting Wednesday, and with no real plans after the 4th I've decided on making the two hour trek to Russian River. I've heard this place gets super packed, so I wanted to hear any recommendations on what day and time would be best?

    Thanks for any advice.
    Pinche_Oso
     
    #1 Pinche_Oso, Jul 2, 2012
  2. AptosBeerDrinker

    AptosBeerDrinker Initiate (0) Aug 9, 2011 California

    As soon as they open/middle of the week is probably the only time they are not packed. In my opinion, they're just too popular for that space at this point.
     
    #2 AptosBeerDrinker, Jul 2, 2012
  3. evilc

    evilc Initiate (0) Jan 27, 2012 California

    Show up at opening. You'll have an hour of no real crowds.
     
    #3 evilc, Jul 2, 2012
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  4. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    Thanks Gents, I'll be sure to get there early to insure I get a seat at the bar. Any one feel like being a DD? Haha
     
    #4 Pinche_Oso, Jul 3, 2012
  5. OTB

    OTB Pooh-Bah (1,803) Sep 2, 2011 California
    Pooh-Bah

    Great Avatar BTW.
     
    #5 OTB, Jul 3, 2012
  6. PlinyTheYoungest

    PlinyTheYoungest Zealot (627) Jun 30, 2009 California

    I have no help to offer you, but I wanted to tell you that I love your user name.
     
    #6 PlinyTheYoungest, Jul 3, 2012
  7. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    ^ Haha Thx. I got that nickname from a drunk aunt that felt like she had to yell it across a family party. Everyone from the kids to my grandma laughed their asses off.
     
    #7 Pinche_Oso, Jul 3, 2012
  8. DrunkenMonk

    DrunkenMonk Initiate (0) Jun 2, 2012 California


    What does it mean?
     
    #8 DrunkenMonk, Jul 3, 2012
  9. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    "Pinche Oso" is pretty much saying, "Fucking Bear.." but coming out of a drunk aunt at a family party is just hilarious. Now when ever I go to her house I always get, "My Pinche Oso!" Haha
     
    #9 Pinche_Oso, Jul 3, 2012
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  10. litheum94

    litheum94 Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2008 California

    Try and go when they open on Sunday. It's all day happy hour, so it will probably be more crowded than the other days, but should be ok that early.

    Avoid Thursday evening. I believe they are tapping a keg of Brux (or go then, if you really want to try it!). Check their newsletter for exact details.

    Cheers and enjoy your visit.
     
    #10 litheum94, Jul 3, 2012
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  11. mjl21

    mjl21 Initiate (0) Apr 3, 2008 California

    On weekdays I'm a big fan of showing up around 2:30-3:00 in the afternoon. The lunch crowd is gone and by the time you are done with your first beer happy hour pricing kicks in.
     
    #11 mjl21, Jul 3, 2012
  12. stupac2

    stupac2 Pooh-Bah (2,031) Feb 22, 2011 California
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    I was going to say "for the love of god, if you're worried about crowds, don't go Sunday." Sundays are always packed. Even if you get there early and get a seat at the bar (which it sounds like OP wants to do) you'll be mobbed by people trying to order and such. If OP really just wants a seat and doesn't care after that, then any day at opening should be fine, but I'd avoid weekends if you want a calm environment.
     
    #12 stupac2, Jul 3, 2012
  13. litheum94

    litheum94 Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2008 California

    They can really be hit or miss. I go there with my wife and five year old daughter on Sunday's; some days we get some nice patio seating, some days we take one look and say 'forget it.' it's at least worth a shot for happy hour pricing.
     
    #13 litheum94, Jul 3, 2012
  14. stupac2

    stupac2 Pooh-Bah (2,031) Feb 22, 2011 California
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    Haha, not if you're driving two hours each way! That's like $10 in gas alone...

    It probably depends on when you show up, but whenever I'm there in the early afternoon it's jam-packed. Locals might know better.
     
    #14 stupac2, Jul 3, 2012
  15. litheum94

    litheum94 Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2008 California

    True. I have a different perspective, living 5 minutes from the brewery.
     
    #15 litheum94, Jul 3, 2012
  16. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    Thanks Everyone! The only reason I wanted a seat at the bar is this will be a solo trip, so I'm trying to be where the action is. I also just got invited to the A's beerfest event on Saturday, so this trip will have to be either Thursday or Friday. If anyone is up for drinking early, I'll be the big Mexican guy at the bar drinking a little to much of everything. HAHA JK Have a fun and safe 4th of July everyone!
     
    #16 Pinche_Oso, Jul 4, 2012
  17. MLucky

    MLucky Initiate (0) Jul 31, 2010 California

    I was there July 2, walked in at about 6, immediately got a table, ate a pizza and spent the next couple hours drinking beer. No pre-planning, no problems. Come to think of it, I don't think I've ever had to wait more than 5-10 minutes. I've never gone when they had the Younger, or tried to go on Saturday night or on a holiday but I'm just saying, it's not always super crowded.
     
    #17 MLucky, Jul 5, 2012
  18. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    Thanks once a again everyone. Currently sitting at the bar drinking a pint of Row 2 / Hill 56 and a Blind Pig. Mmm. Next is a sampler and lunch. Salud!
     
    #18 Pinche_Oso, Jul 5, 2012
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  19. Pinche_Oso

    Pinche_Oso Pundit (877) Jun 25, 2012 California

    What a LONG day. hahaha :grinning:

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    First beers of the day, Row 2 / Hill 56 & Blind Pig @ 11am.

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    After the first 2 pints, I had to try everything on the board. Enjoyed everything!

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    And I stayed after 5pm so I was one of the first to try BRUX on tap. :slight_smile: (I'm missing a few pictures of about 3 Pliny the Elder beers in between.) haha

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    Had such a great time! I can't wait for my next trip. I was also offered to stay at some ladies house but her man kind of freaked me out. HAHA Like I said what a night.
     
    #19 Pinche_Oso, Jul 6, 2012
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  20. litheum94

    litheum94 Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2008 California

    Glad you had a good time!

    How was the Brux release? I thought about heading over there, but didn't want to deal with a crowd.
     
    #20 litheum94, Jul 6, 2012
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