Thursday 14th of November 2013 05:06:26 PM

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Lodi Beer Company is a nice place to enjoy some well made craft beer in addition to decent food. I have been here several times as I visit the greater Sacramento area for work. I have never been dissapointed in the food, especially their pizza's. A nice menu with good sandwiches and among other items.

As far as their beer is concerned, my personal favorite is their Dopplebock. Rich and malty without being cloying. I've also had their Christmas ale (served topped with whipped cream), but found it too over the top with the usual "christmasy" spices - nutmeg/cinnamon, etc. Their IPA is a little harsh in my opinion, but overall not bad. I dont know exactly what type of hop they feature in their version of an American IPA, but I found it to be a little rough.

Overall a really nice place in a great location downtown among other restaurants, boutiques and hip places to shop. If you're passing by, stop in for a beer. I think you'll find it worthwhile.

Wednesday 15th of September 2010 08:11:41 PM

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I was really presently surprised with this location. It is a restored old warehouse. Really were done, the brew kettles are in the middle of the bar room. The bar is a beautiful old bar with huge mirrors behind the bar. It is the length of the restraunt, really impressive.

Ordered the sampler. First the porter was outstanding - chocolate and coffee flavor. The IPA was a big hoppy west coast IPA was expected. Red and brown ales were both really good examples of the styles. Also had a seasonal maibock that was quite good. Total of 9 beers on the sampler. Definitely recommended.

Ordered the burger and wasn't disappointed.

The restraurant is located in a fairly busy downtown area. They had off-street parking, but there was also a public lot located behind the brewery.

Wednesday 25th of June 2008 01:03:30 PM

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The Farmer’s Market was in progress when we visited so the pub had expanded well into the street and there was a lively crowd both in and out. Inside, it’s a toss up whether the grand old bar along one side wall or the brewing equipment in the center of the room get the most attention. In addition to tall tables by the bar, there is additional table seating near the front windows, along the other side and on the front sidewalk. When we visited, the tap list included seven house standards, several seasonals and a cider. Both the Eisbock and the Plowshear Porter were satisfying. The menu includes a good number of salads, sandwiches, pizza and pasta as well as steak, ribs and seafood. Parking is mostly on the street but there are also some off street lots nearby.

Friday 6th of June 2008 04:31:33 AM

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Gorgeous old restored downtown building, you will love it if you have an appreciation for old buildings.

Beer list has expanded to 8-10 at any time with an emphasis on making German beers. Recently made a frambroise and have been palying with aging stuff in sherry barrels, so they've been being more experimental, usually now making 20 different ones a year, or so.

Good food, though a little greasy (welcome to the Valley) with a nice restaurant menu.