Dinner was good! We loved the bruschetta, have been wanting it again! Had fish & chips, was very good!!! Service Downside: Hubby ordered sandwich that was supposed to be on pretzel roll but wasn't told they were out of them until food arrived; the pretzel roll was main reason for ordering that particular item!

The waitresses were all very kind. My husband was over the moon about the beers then had. Great variety. We came on a Friday and their prime rib and bison burger was out of stock so we split a burger. We came a second time and my husband got a steak and I got the tiger Que plate. Some of the meats were dried out however the homemade bbq sauce was delicious.

Brewery Babe! Now, I have been well acquainted with Martin City's beers, such as the Hardway IPA, for years, but I had never stepped foot in their Taproom or tried their pizza. Until now. And man, am I happy I did because it's an experience all itself, the pizza may even be better than the beer. (That's still up for debate) I decided to visit the OG Martin City mostly because I signed up for their membership through 5-star 365 and because I knew I already enjoyed their beer. The original location is in Martin City, if that wasn't obvious by its namesake but moving on. Theinside of the taproom itself wasn't too large however, they did seem to have a large outdoor patio that I didn't get a chance to see. It's definitely a family-friendly vibe, aka casual - nothing too stuffy, exactly what you'd want in a pizza and beer joint. The menu boasts red sauce pizza creations as well as a larger portion of the menu that houses less traditional pizzas as well as ones with an alfredo sauce base. I went with one of the latter options and chose a pizza that had white sauce as well as apple, for a sweet and savory combo, and sausage. The crunch on this pizza again took note of the perfection of sweet things mixed with salty and paired candied crushed pecans on top of all the melty gooey cheese and garlicky alfredo base. This was such a winner of a combination, but it also was very rich, so after two pieces and a pint of beer, I was beyond satisfied. (And had a lunch for tomorrow) The wait time on the pizzas was quick since it's obvious these are fired to order in a specialty pizza oven. Even with a pretty packed restaurant, we ordered our beers and pizza at the same time and barely had time to sip our beers before the pizza arrived at our table! I will definitely be back, potentially month to month, to use my membership and try some more of the traditional as well as unique pizzas on the menu. It's just a bonus it can be enjoyed with a freshly brewed local beer!

Love this taste of Germany, and love how it's set up off of the Trolley Trail and gives life to this stretch of Waldo.I have great memories of this place over the years, from Yelp events, to taking our dog here as a little pup. It's the quintessential German bier hall, with wooden tables, a biergarten outside, soccer often playing inside, and loads of well-made beers (biers?). As time has marched on, it's nice to know that this place is kid-friendly as well. Our kids loved the dunkel brats and pretzels, but I will say there isn't much for them to actually do. A suggestion would be some board games, some little cozy coupes to cruise around in, or even a small playground in the big green space nearby. I tell ya, us parents needing a break would love it. I remember doing a beer tour here and the owner explained the process of the beers. It's very technical, and in his words, a bit "boring" compared to the super trendy IPAs and whatnot out there. For me, it hits the spot especially in the summer as many of the beers here are light and refreshing. The Helles or the Dunkel are a go-to for me, and I like seeing what's available seasonally as well.Overall, a great brewery that holds high esteem in the KC brewery scene. I think this is a great spot to visit on a nice night, and love that one could ride their bike ride up to the biergarten here.

Happy to be so close to this awesome hangout!! It is the perfect place to go for a late afternoon patio beer, a tasty pick-me-up snack, or to catch a game. They have some pretty interesting beers on tap - we tried one with gin and a bunch of strange botanicals and while we probably wouldn't order it again we do appreciate the artistry and intrigue of something we've never conceived of tasting before! They truly do live up to their experimental Lab name!The sweet and salty pretzel bites were outta this world! Crisp and hot but soft and fluffy on the inside, I'd crush a plate of these again in a second. The fries were also tasty - overall a great spot to wind down from a farmer's market run!

My father in law turned 60 last month and to get the family together at a central location we all decided that we should meet up in Topeka to celebrate. The best time for everyone was going to be a weekend brunch and much to my surprise, there just aren't that many local or more upscale brunch options in Topeka. Most of the better restaurants don't open until 11 even on Saturday or Sunday, so it took us a while to find someplace that was open, was not a massive chain, and would be a fun place for a celebration. Enter Iron Rail Brewing. Now, the Yelp reviews for this place are kind of hit and miss to be honest I can see why, but the quick summary is that Iron Rail is a pretty solid choice in Top City. Now, I used to work in Topeka for a few years, and had the opportunity to get to know the town a bit. There just aren't that many amazing local eateries but this is slowly changing and since it's been a while since I'd returned I was pretty excited to give this place a go. When we arrived our family had secured a large table, big enough to accomodate our group. The restaurant was bustling - likely because there aren't that many great brunch spots in Topeka! My husband and I ordered the nashville hot chicken biscuit and it was good. The biscuit was a bit disappointing, but the chicken was solid, and they serve real hashbrowns here which is always a win. The servers were kind, food came out fairly promptly (with the exception of one order in our group), and folks overall enjoyed their food. I think in a bigger market where there are more options it would maybe be closer to three stars, but this was the best brunch I'd ever had in Topeka, and I'd like to come back to try their beers someday. Overall, I'm so grateful this spot exists and they are paving the way for even more great local businesses to open up in town. Totally worth a stop if you're in the area.

My husband and I headed to Crane Brewing after a nice hike on Blue River Trail. This brewery is pretty unassuming from the outside, but packed with charm (and yummy brews, according to my husband) on the inside. Trying to get to Crane Brewery can leave you wondering if Google Maps got confused. It's pretty off the beaten path. Once you arrive, the exterior, although a bit 'warehouse-y' and industrial, hints at the awesomeness within. The interior is pretty great, striking a nice balance between cozy and cool. When we were there, it wasn't too busy/loud, which was perfect so we could enjoy our conversation without having to yell.The servers were not only knowledgeable about the beers, but also very friendly and helpful. We felt comfortable asking for recommendations and chatting about the bikers who come in off the trail.Speaking of the trail...the proximity to the bike trail seems like a stroke of genius. But it turns out that the brewery was actually there before the trail - they just got lucky and the new trail morphed into a steady stream of business from its bikers.Overall, Crane Brewing is pretty awesome - it's definitely a destination worth visiting...and pedaling to!!

It was our first visit to this delightful spot, and I can confidently say it won't be our last! Our server, Jay, was exceptional--his attentiveness and warm demeanor made the experience all the more enjoyable. The barbecue here was nothing short of incredible, bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. To complement our meal, we indulged in a flight of sour beers that were absolutely divine, each one crafted with a perfect balance of tartness and depth. It was a memorable dining experience that left us eager to return!