The Rake at Admiral Maltings

I have to The Rake many times and I cannot believe this is my first review! I feel so welcome every time, and this time for NYE day. Service and suggestions for beer were ample, we got to taste a bunch including a beet beer.Snacks and food are really delicious and it's so cool to go to a taproom and see malt being made and tended too (although not at the time we attended December 31). Ambiance was relaxed and comfortable.Highly recommend!

The Rake is a fantastic spot for beer enthusiasts and aspiring brewers alike. Known for its quality malt offerings, the standout recommendation is Gallagher's Best Malt, which delivers unparalleled flavor. I sampled several other options, including Capay Malt City, Pacific Victor, Midway, and Yolo Gold Wheat, but none matched the richness of Gallagher's Best. At just $1.75 per pound, it's incredibly affordable--perfect for those experimenting with brewing their own beer. I picked up 2.14 pounds for my homebrewing adventure.In addition to their malt selection, The Rake features a taproom showcasing beers crafted by local brewers using their malts. Breweries like Olfactory and Almanac are highlighted, offering visitors a chance to taste the high-quality results of these ingredients. It's a great place to gather inspiration or simply enjoy a well-crafted pint. Whether you're there for the malt or the beer, The Rake delivers an experience that's both educational and delicious.

We enjoy stopping by for a few drinks. I highly recommend their pretzels and their cornbread. They are really good. We have been here a few times now and the customer service has always been great and friendly. It's a good environment with some games to play or you can watch the game on TV. They do have an outdoor patio area and is pet friendly. Lots of parking and other breweries nearby within walking distance.We did do the tour. I believe it's on Sundays. You may need to check their website for the exact dates and time.

Show up for the beer and ambiance; stay home for the food.Really great outdoor vibes at this beer bar with colorful outdoor picnic tables, shaded areas and live music. We were really excited to try both the beer and food, but was really disappointed by the food, on both quality and speed. It took so long, (despite there only being 3 tables, it took more than 30min at least) that we wondered if they are just starting up the bbq! I wouldn't return for the food - all the items were not worth the calories - nor the long wait. Plenty of other options in the vicinity. But nice place to enjoy a pint or two with friends outside. Free parking close by.

If you're looking for a beer, this would probably be a nice and casual spot to stop by. They have a nice selection and the staff are very friendly. In addition, there's plenty of bar seating and outdoor seating. However, if you're looking for food/bbq, then you may be disappointed. My party and I arrived at lunch, so we were hungry! We ordered the Brisket Plate, the St. Luis Ribs Plate, and the Twin Links Plate to share. Each plate comes with a side of coleslaw, mashed potato, and bbq sauce. The brisket and the ribs were really dry, so you definitely need the bbq sauce. The coleslaw and mashed potato lacked flavor. I will not be getting the bbq plates again. Perhaps, next time, we'll just opt for the snacks and beer rather than the actual food.

Brew vibesWagyu brisket - unfortunately was tough and thick, even tougher than regular brisket and a far cry from true wagyu. Home made bbq sauce was amazing (spicy, tangy, sweet) , compared to the plain au jus. Cole slaw - reminded me of a clean vietnamese salad Mashed potatoes - were generous (who doesn't like mashed potatoes??)Cornbread - MUST GET - super buttery and with the added jalapeño was sooo good. The honey butter that came with it was perfect and it was like the ultimate cornbreadAtmosphere was industrial - you can see directly into the brewery and the workers making beer while you're eating , definitely Brewster vibesOverall would probably come back for the corn bread and appetizers

I have been here at least five times and I keep forgetting to write a review. Love this little spot to drop in and grab an ice cold beer, especially in the warmer months... and these pretzels are one of a kind with a honey butter sauce and a beer sauce that are ridiculously delicious. You almost have to get two pretzels one for each of the sauces so you can enjoy both the gluttony is real and yes, they are THAT good.I've legit gone out of my way just to come here and buy six pretzels to share with friends. The seating is grown since the last time I was here inside outside deck, shaded, and Non with a bowl or two spread around for the four-legged friends. Of course, do not bring your four good friends if they are not already trained as there's not a lot of maneuverability when this place is crowded because it's soooo good, it often is.The selection changes and so do some of the staff. This round we didn't have the friendliest server when they brought our food out. Not sure what that was about because we didn't even interact with them previously. However, the person that took our order was incredibly friendly, very helpful and quite knowledgeable about the offerings. His choices were pristine!Great place to visit connect with friends and just hang out in the open air and great weather.

Stopped by here when I was in the area and had a fantastic time. Both of the employees were knowledgeable and kind. The beer was great and the corn bread was a great little snack. The outdoor view is gorgeous. Definitely will be back!

Will reserve the 5th star for a more complete visit. Stopped here on a bike ride... planned to stop at their neighbors on a bike ride but it was crowded and The Rake was not. To my benefit, I popped in and had loaded tots and a pale ale... so good... and came within 10 minutes of ordering. Loved that there was plenty of space for bikes. The bike racks were full but still lots of space for me to have my bike near me without bothering others. So curious about the other beers, whiskeys, and food... full menu! I'll be back!

Update because I always forget about this place. The other breweries see heavy activity but this one is great too. My favorite thing about them is the fact that they have their own kitchen and don't need to rely on food trucks - and the food is great too! They smoke a mean tri tip. Their indoor seating is also the nicest of the breweries. Nice booths built into the structure, with views of their hops. Huge wooden table in the center for larger groups. And plenty of space for those bringing their babies and need room for a stroller, like us.I was reminded this weekend of how good this place is and we will definitely be back!