Craft Beer Lab

Music stays at a level that allows conversation on most evenings. Background music is used instead of a regular live stage.

The industrial interior of steel and wood, a downstairs level and a back garden accommodate both groups and quieter tables.

Built around more than 100 beer options, tasting flights and pub food made to go with beer.

Craft beer enthusiasts, people meeting after work and groups sampling different beer styles together.

Comfortable everyday clothes suit the industrial pub setting.

At Craft Beer Lab, trees and an overhead canopy surround the occupied tables. An ensemble with trumpet, saxophone and trombones performs among the guests. In the other performance area, keyboard and drums accompany the vocalist. Beneath the round illuminated sign and amid the warm bar décor, the music comes right up beside the dining tables.

Craft Beer Lab offers a wide range of options for those wishing to sample various local and flavored beers via tasting flights. Its garden, cleanliness, and knowledgeable staff who offer beer recommendations are highly regarded; the atmosphere is enjoyable for group gatherings. The food, however, is more hit-or-miss. While truffle fries, tacos, and certain dishes are well-liked, the hamburgers, wings, and mixed platters are frequently rated as average or poor. Many reviews note that prices are higher than at similar craft beer venues. Depending on how busy it is, the service can feel either inattentive or rushed, and the music sometimes makes conversation difficult. It is a great spot for exploring beer, though it is wise to keep expectations modest regarding the food and cost.