Free State Brewing Company 🍻

What People Are Saying 💬

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Customer Praise

• "The food is the best in Lawrence" with consistent 10/10 ratings on multiple visits.
• Large serving sizes of appetizers like "bread and butter fried pickles" and "onion rings" that come with "amazing" homemade dipping sauces.
• Positive remarks about specific menu items such as the "fish and chips" cooked to "absolute perfection" and other dishes like the "sausage tortellini" and the "fried pork sandwich."
• "The beers were amazing, ice cold and delicious" and paired perfectly with the food, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Atmosphere and Service

• Despite long waits, "it will be worth it" for the exceptional dining experience.
• The atmosphere is described as "great" and "very laid back and cool," making it welcoming for both locals and new visitors.
• Praise for staff includes remarks such as "The service was phenomenal" and commendable mention of "the female bartender" as "a serious force of nature."
• Even with a full house, the service remained "friendly and quick," making for an enjoyable visit.

Food Quality

• Strong praise for several dishes including the "delicious, large hunks of cod" in the fish and chips, and the "super good" fried pork sandwich.
• The "tartare sauce was very good" along with “good” fries.
• The pretzel board, especially the goat cheese component, was described as "perfect" with every bite.
• While most food items were enjoyed, a critique mentioned the egg rolls being "a little bit too salty."

Overall Experience

• For the price, "the meal was well worth the price" with a substantial amount of food for $54.
• Despite one instance of poor service, it didn't negatively impact the dining experience, and seating with "a nice view of downtown" was appreciated.
• Recurring recommendation to "stop in" and "explore everything," emphasizing a well-rounded and worthwhile visit.
• While the food quality and service make a repeat visit likely, there was a note on discomfort with seating arrangement and acoustics in one dining area, suggesting room for improvement.