Forgotten Star Brewing Co.

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Forgotten Star Brewing Co. – Great Vibes & Great Beer 🍻🐾

Awesome spot to hang out with friends! The place is clean, spacious, and pet-friendly, which is always a plus. 🐶

They’ve got a big variety of beers, and everything we tried was solid. There’s even an area you can reserve for events, which is perfect if you’re planning something special.

Had a really nice time just chilling, catching up with friends, and doing a bit of networking. Definitely a spot I’d go back to.

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I recently attended a networking event here for creative mornings. They have a great event space and staff an excellent beer. I also hung out and did a little one-on-one meeting afterwards. It’s a great place to mingle with friends or conduct business meetings or do your own work while you sip on a beverage! Highly recommend for bingo and trivia nights as well!

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Had the absolute best experience here! I’ve been to a lot of breweries across the country, and worked as an Assistant Manager at a liquor store that specialized in craft beer, and everything I tried on the tasting menu today had its own distinct and delicious flavor. The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and gave great recommendations and the manager went above and beyond and comped my meal just because the checkout at the kiosk was momentarily down. Such a kind gesture! Do not only does this place have great beer, the service is top notch and the atmosphere/ambiance is a 10/10. Go make your way to Fridley, folks. A++

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Never heard of this place but showed up because they were hosting a trivia called the initials game. What a great joint. What a big joint! Will definitely make our way back over to this place. The scenery was phenomenal. The decoration was what you would expect for a large repurposed building that had its history built in a warehouse. Well ordained tons of people with a food truck that had great food and quick service. Can't remember what beer I drank but I asked for a typical blonde ale and I enjoyed it. Went with four people. There was ample room everywhere. Even grab some photographs from the outside curling... I'd recommend this place.

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Reserved part of the tap room for an engagement party recently and was so happy with the experience. The space worked great for us, the photos turned out great with all of the greenery they have indoors, but it was the staff that really stood out. From the time Lauren spent answering our questions before the event to the team behind the counter day of, everyone was so friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend!!

California Wild Ales

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Fun little place with a great atmosphere/vibe. Lot's of little games and it's a great little corner location. It was a sunny day so door and windows were all open and that was nice being able to be inside but still enjoy the sunshine! The beers were great. I haven't had a good sour in awhile so I did enjoy my apricot sour!

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Fun little corner brewery with great beer and an even better vibe! We really enjoyed playing some games and hanging out. We'll be back!

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Really cool spot!  Music on point and always a party.  Not all beers are sour and great. Phish live stream.
Update back an entire year later still playing Phish on the big screen and still wicked cool place.  Service on point.
3rd year in a row. A Phish show happens to be on. Still awesome service from Ella.

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What an amazing place and vibe and a great way to meet locals and relax. Great tasting beer, projection screen for sports and a lot of little entertaining games to play to occupy your time! Billy, the owner, is a real fun personable guy and has a great staff. Highly recommend stopping by for a drink!!

Bear Down!!

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Super tasty beers, chill vibes, right in a busy area. Would definitely stop by again

Division Brewing

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Went by while in Arlington running an errand last night. Super casual laid back place.   The two guys at the brewhouse bar were SUPER nice and hospitable.  Never had a sour before nor had my wife and they gave us some nice samples.   Also tried some others but settled on the Imperial Oatmeal stout which was superb!   Went next door to the restaurant (they let us transfer our drinks) and had a wrap and a tavern style pizza both of which were good.

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I will start off by saying the people here are very kind, and they seem to care a lot about the business. However, I don’t think I’ll be going back. The pizza was very expensive and had a super thin cracker crust. Which can definitely be good. But the toppings were incredibly sparse. If I am paying that much for a pizza I would at least expect more than one topping per piece of pizza. The beer was also not my favorite. I will say that I’m not a huge fan of IPAs and Sours, and the bartender told us those are the specialties. Besides those, I didn’t love any of the other beers. And they told us they had 20-something beers on tap, but it looked like at least half were out. I really wanted to love this place but I think there are better breweries with better food out there.

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Place was fun and chill but there some roaches that got into my dates hair. Not one to call these things out if I see them on the floor but it was I’m assuming on the table inside or fell from the ceiling. Beer was good but this kinda ruined it.

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Just wow! Best service and so nice! We stopped in after Pumpkin nights for a quick drink and so glad we did! My husband and I are moving to Fort Worth in a couple weeks so we were in town looking for an apartment. We had not found too many IPAs we liked yet so we were soooo happy to find that we LOVED every IPA they had. Note they are also known for their sours and I can’t wait to try them and their others beers! This is some of the best beer I’ve ever had, and I have lived on the east coast, west coast, and mid-west, along with China and traveling the world. I am so excited we found Division and I cannot wait to visit often when we move!

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I ran 9 miles then went straight here for a pizza and some beer with some buds. Every person here ordered a whole pizza for themselves and cleaned up! It was some great Za and a great vibe. Only sacrificing one star bc one of my best buds in Arlington owns the best pizza place that exists, so he gets the W. But I for sure will be coming back here for pizza beer and burgers. Tho I didn’t try the burger I’ve heard good things.

Yards Brewing Company

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We had such a great experience, especially when we were trying to enjoy a celebration with our toddler along for the ride. Everyone was so considerate and accommodating. It was a very special birthday celebration for my husband. The beer did not disappoint and there are an array of alcoholic beverages to choose from. The food was absolutely amazing and really great options. There was even a kids menu. We loved everything about our experience and will absolutely be returning customers. Shoutout to our waitress Emily who was beyond sweet, thoughtful and incredibly accommodating!

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Came in around 1 PM on a Friday, greeted right away with a smile and given menus. Bar was full but didn’t feel crowded, and there were plenty of tables open. Started with the Brawler smooth, easy English mild. Wings were solid, and the two guys behind the bar were friendly and on point. Finished with the High Dive pilsner it’s light, crisp, and refreshing. I’d definitely come back.

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My wife and I like to find local Breweries when we travel. We flew into Philly and had some time to kill so we stopped into Yards to grab some lunch.  Everything was really good.  It was very family friendly, the food was really good and the beer was great.   I really wish I remembered our servers name, because she killed it as well.  Overall just a great atmosphere. I definitely would recommend checking it out if you are in Philly.

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The outside sign and rating had me pretty excited to check this place out but the beers and inside atmosphere were not quite as good as it was expecting.  They were still good but just not as good as it was expecting.

Some of the highlights were the great staff who were super helpful and friendly.  The selection was sizable and the value was pretty decent.

The inside was huge ceilings with tones of tables close together with games playing on TVs all around.  I know philly is a big sports city but it's not usually my thing.

After a few samples we went with the hazies which were pretty decent.  They were fresh and light but not actually super hazy.

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Had a great time at Yards Brewery. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming with genuine smiles something that is hard to see. I ordered a flight of beers and especially loved the darker ones. Our waiter was super helpful and recommended one that turned out to be awesome. The food was also fantastic with great flavors. Thinking about going back again today. Highly recommend.

Künstler Brewing

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Great little brewery.  All the beers were spot on and the kitchen was really delivering some great food at very fair prices.  The schnitzel fingers, brat & seared spaetzle were all wonderfully done.  I’m not a fan of batter fries, but that’s me.  Also the house made pickled veggies were all interesting and balanced the plates out perfectly.

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Unique neighborhood brewery serving up a nice variety of craft beer, there were 16 on tap when stopped in.  There is an indoor area with some bar seating, a sports area with TVs and pinball games etc...  There is also a Beer Garden with lots of room, they had some good live music while I was there on a Sunday afternoon.  Service was very good.  Overall nice place.

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Beer is a Craft here!  They know how to Brew!  I recommend the kielbasa sausage dog with fries. The dog has a great flavor and the toasted pretzel bun rocks!  Fries are nice and crunchy with the peal on ends. Other menu items are amazing as well. German Schnitzel is incredible.

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Ambiance: German inspired brewery with a huge outdoor patio area as well as indoor dining restaurant space and bar! This is honestly one of the best breweries in San Antonio! Amazing food and their beer list is incredible. As a wine lover, I highly recommend the Red Wine Supernova Belgian triple! One of the best beers I've ever had in my life.

Limited parking onsite as well as street parking. Does get crowded! Dog friendly and kid friendly patio space. Perfect spot for large groups and hanging out with family/friends. Very accommodating service and staff. Highly recommend!

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My husband and I have come randomly throughout their years and decided to give it another try last weekend.  Surprised on how positive everything has changed as of recent.  Came home with a couple of 4 packs and a growler fill.  Environment totally different and better now too.  Keep up the positive changes!

Updated review - a growler full of Texas chainsaw and you didn't massacre us yet 💀best local IPA ever ❤️

Kings Beer & Wine

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Buddy and I came here for the first time after trying to find a spot for a drink. We were intrigued by the photos online as it looked like a cool place - we were not disappointed. There was a large beer selection for myself and wine for my extravagant buddy….The service was great and the place was extremely clean. The bartender was always defunding something to do when someone wasn’t flagging him down for a drink. I highly recommend this place.

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Great atmosphere and exceptional service! Live this place its always at the top of my list of places to find a bevvy. Best brewery - out of order

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I like this spot a lot. Good vibe, vast selection of beers, meads and some wines. They don't sell food but you can bring your own food in and enjoy it. We usually do pizza from dominos next door or a subway. Vinny the Owner is fantastic, he is always with a big smile and very attentive.

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We found this place from a Facebook event & have since been back several times. Very clean, friendly, and fantastic selection of both cans and tap beers.

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10/10 would swim back again. The snacks? Elite. Beer selection? Chef’s kiss. And the service? So good I felt like a VIP with every pour. If you’re not here, you’re missing out.

Fifth Hammer Brewing Company

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Brewery beers are always a good idea, and this place was no exception.
I loved that they offered small tasting flights, which made it easy to try a variety of different beers.
It was also great that you could bring in outside food.
It looked like they also have live performances at certain times, so I’d definitely love to come back and experience that next time!

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We have been a loyal patron of this neighborhood gem for 4 years, and it never disappoints! The atmosphere is always lively, and the staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about their impressive beer selection.

The seasonal menu keeps things fresh, and this visit didn't disappoint. Standouts included the Sonic Architecture (Hazy IPA), Artifact Engine (Dark Lager), and Infernal Optimism (Smoked Porter). I love that they offer various pour sizes, perfect for sampling new brews.

No food on site, but outside eats are welcome. Plus, daily events like trivia and jazz nights keep the crowd engaged. A true community hub!

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Good beer, great setup, fun time, and good memories.

In July 2025, they had a Love & Hades Smoked Helles Lager - probably one of the best Helles Lagers I've ever had. Those smokey notes bring such a crisp finish wanting you get your next sip right away!

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Perfect brewery. I feel like in the West there are million like it, but over here in New York they’re so rare. It’s spacious with good ambiance and really nice beers. No food but there was a killer sandwich stand when we visited

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Absolutely great brew in an industrial settings. Beautiful  energy and an awesome crowd

3 Nations Brewing

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Very good IPA beers here in a relaxed setting. Indoor and outdoor covered seating as well. The mugs on the wall testify to how good the beer is that one would pay $$$ to be a mug club member. Parking is tight, but if you walk a little, there is free parking across the road. We will be back. Recommended.

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Fantastic venue!  Indoor and outdoor areas a large and fun (usually has live music!).  Great beer from Symbol Brewing Co. (chocolate cake...so good, the pic is a near empty glass!  PLEASE make it again!!!

The 3 Nations Go Time! Is a fantastic lager!

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Absolutely worth the track north of Dallas. Loved every one of their beers I tried. The Sucker Punch Berlinerweiss and all its variants were amazing. The Saddle Up IPA was the best beer of my trip. Not one bad beer on their list. Make 3 Nations a MUST SEE!

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Always love it here. Trivia is awesome, staff are awesome. They’re always coming up with something new. The jasmine tea Pilsner (Jester’s Jasmine) needs to be canned so we can take it home. Same with the Valiant blue. I love it more than the mystic and tigers blood and other seltzers. They’re great too, but valiant is my fave thus far. The sticklers pickle beer is amazing as well. It’s really fresh and not too salty. Easily my favorite pickle beer and I’m from Fort Worth 😉

Just came back a month later to request the Jasmin, pickle and valiant blue beer to come back. 😅🫶

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Arrived as the St. Patrick's Day party kicked off. We tried the Irish Ale and the limited Creamsicle brews. The Irish Ale was smooth and flavorful. I was really surprised by the Creamsicle, not too sweet and the Creamsicle flavor blended very well with lager-style foundation. We also tried a couple of the St Paddy's snack specials, the corned beef sliders and the potato and corned beef fritters (basically giant tater tots), both were simply delightful!

Low Tide Brewing

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Had a fantastic time at Low Tide brewing  in Johns Island, South Carolina. They had a very cool and large indoor and outdoor space. Tons of seating. They had a lot of amazing beers. Many different styles. I had the sour and it was incredible and my friends had the seltzer and the IPA and everyone loved their beer. Service was very swift and friendly! Would definitely go back next time I visit.

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I loved this place and the vibe. Great spot to stop off for a pint. Reasonable prices on beer and merch. Very female & family friendly ( bathroom stocked with female products & changing table in the bathroom) They also know what food trucks they are getting each day. Picnic tables offer large space to bring your own snacks or play cards. We had a great experience. I will say my favorite thing is the postcards they have to buy and will mail out for you. What a cool idea!

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Fantastic place to grab a drink

The servers were all super nice and friendly and conversative. The slushy of the week was a margarita and was strong but tasty

The beer selection was excellent and the merch was well stocked and I love the $10 mystery t shirt option!

The bathrooms were also very clean and well stocked

And there's a local artist wall you can buy art from

All in all, good vibes, good people; an excellent brewery I hope to visit again soon (and I'm sad I can't get their drinks closer to home 😢)

10/10 would recommend

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Such a cute brewery and they have homemade soda as a nonalcoholic option! I was told that they switch out the food truck, but when we went it was Italian food, which tasted great. We came here to celebrate my brother and sister in law right before getting married and they were very accommodating with all of the people that came.

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Had a great time here! Staff and space were great. Plenty of brews to suit just about anyone’s needs and a few seasonal options such as the Santa Brunch that was impeccable. The inside had live music and plenty of bar seating or tables. The large outside patio and fire pit were perfect for friends and family. Great pizza food truck on the night of my visit that really hit the spot but some snacks are available inside as well. If you’re staying in Charleston it’s a bit of a hike but good things usually are.

Maplewood Brewery & Distillery

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Maplewood is a great local neighborhood brewery. It is cozy on the inside, and bright on the outside patio. They have flights of beers, ipas, sloggers and stouts. They've expanded both in space and their menu now includes food. I really enjoyed all four of my mini beers, and the fries were done really well. I love this place. Today I had a flight of four beers, and order of fries, tax and a 20% tip everything came out to 28th from just me

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Wasn't expecting that crowd on a saturday afternoon. The place was packed! Grabbed a flight of IPA and they were all very tasty! BA stouts were very good too

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Over the years, I’ve been hanging out at the Maplewood Lounge, back when it was still a small, humble taproom tucked discreetly into the end of the block. It had this undeniable charm — the kind of place where you’d walk in and be greeted by name, where conversations flowed as easily as the beer, and where the focus was clearly on community and craft. The beer and spirits was (and still is) excellent — inventive, well-balanced, and made with real care. It felt like our town’s best-kept secret, and a place you could always count on for a laid-back evening and a familiar face.

Fast forward to today, Maplewood has gone through major transformations. The addition of a full-service restaurant and a larger dining space has turned it into more of a regional attraction than a local watering hole. There’s now a full menu with a wide range of elevated pub fare — everything from seafood to Polish dishes, late-night bites to American bar food, and much more. I’ll be the first to admit: although the menu is a bit sporadic, the food is genuinely good.

While I’m happy to see a local business succeed and grow, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t miss the soul of the old place. With growth has come a noticeable shift in vibe — it feels more polished, a bit less personal, and definitely more commercial. Wait times are longer, the atmosphere is louder, and the staff — while still friendly — often feel stretched thin during busy hours. It’s reminiscent, in a way, of Phase 3 Brewery, where a once-great stand-alone brewery has pivoted to the restaurant-first business model that also happens to sell its own beer.

In order to soak in some of that old charm of the Maplewood of the past, I enjoyed visiting on Mondays after work, when the taproom wasn’t too busy, the music was good, the staff were friendly, and an occasional Monday Night Football game or movie was playing on the TV. Unfortunately, Maplewood has recently made the decision to close their doors on Mondays.
To be clear, Maplewood is still a great spot. The beer and spirits continue to shine, and the food adds another level of appeal. It’s exciting to see a hometown favorite take things to the next level. But if you were a fan of the old, intimate feel, be prepared for a different experience — one that’s more refined and restaurant-centered, but perhaps a little less connected to its neighborhood roots.

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Lovely small Taproom where you can enjoy good craft beer as well as some splendid cocktails.

Easy walk (2km)from western subway station on the blue line. And well worth it.
Second time we are here and will be visiting whenever back in Chicago

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We were stuck in Chicago traffic and randomly stopped off for dinner here - highly recommend!!! We had the onion dip, split the maplewood burger and fries, added a side salad, and ended with the dumplings. Just their side salad was delicious - so fresh! I almost asked for more dressing at first glance, but it was perfectly dressed after the first taste. The burger was mouth watering!! The dumplings were so fresh, homemade and delicious. I ordered the Thirst Trap drink (so tasty) and then wanted something resembling more of a martini which is what I usually go for. They made the Thirst Trap into a martini style drink, it was perfect! Great atmosphere. We were fortunate enough to sit next to the kitchen door, and every single dish that came out looked so good!! Hard to choose. We’ll definitely be back!

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