Monday 7th of June 2010 04:16:29 PM

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9/09
Stopped here on a recent road trip. There wasn't anyone in the front at the host station, but we were soon escorted to a table up the second floor on the outdoor patio.

The interior was well designed, with a debarked tree in the center of the space, stone tile floors and plenty of natural light coming in. During the day it seemed to be mostly college students' families dining out on Labor Day weekend. The bar on the main floor was on the left, with a number of taps visible along the back wall. Upstairs there was a bar inside with loungey furniture and a Spanish mission inspired patio. We got a table with an umbrella, and our server was good with beer recommendations. She mentioned that the beer specialist her had moved on to brew at Destihl. I was happy to see Founders Double Trouble on draft here, it was served in a tulip for $5.

The beer list was of medium size, but well rounded with a good selection of seasonal/rotating taps (Founders, Rogue, 3 Floyds, Southern Tier). Too bad no one else here was drinking craft beer, in favor of lime stuffed coronas. Our pizza was especially good with plenty of cheese and garlic.

Overall this was a nice spot, affordable, with a somewhat upscale vibe. Recommended for lunch/dinner and beers if you're passing through or local. There's an adjacent bakery too with an assortment of breads, pastries, and pies.