(651) 636-4670
781 Old Hwy 8
New Brighton,
MN
55112
45.037
-93.206
Neighborhood: Arden Hills - Shoreview
What People Are Saying About Barley John's Brew Pub
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Co-owner John Moore decorated his place with stained glass, murals and wood accents to create an English pub feel. (The handmade bar and tabletops are straight from his late Grandma Helen's maple tree.) A friendly crowd comes for a creative bar menu, (grilled tempeh kabobs, beer brats, pork chops and grilled pizzas) and a long list of brewed-on-site and imported ales. There is also always a seasonally selected beer.
12/04/09
Great beer, above average food, small space
by hawkstar at Citysearch
It's best to go to Barley John's in the warmer months when there is seating outside. Inside is cramped, but I haven't had any problems with take-out.
The food prices are a bit higher than some bars, but Barley John's uses quality ingredients. You get what you pay for! Mixed greens instead of iceberg lettuce, interesting pizza toppings instead of canned mushrooms and Cisco cheese.
I also promote the spicy items on the menu. Not too many places in MN have the balls to use habaneros and other spicy peppers, but Barley John's has a few items on the menu that utilize spice perfectly.
- Pros: Microbrews
- Cons: Small space inside
06/28/09
Fun but not very good
by Maiero at Citysearch
Sure, this place brews its own beer, but what it needs is some more customes. Then, the food might not be so terrible and the beer -- which is excellent -- wouldn't be so overpriced. I love Barley John's but it needs a lot of improvement.
- Pros: environment, location
- Cons: food! prices
06/07/09
Awesome food and the best beer to match!!!
by janedawson at Citysearch
My husband and I love to go out on date night. Our favorite place is Barley Johns!!! The grilled pizzas, artichoke dip and the seafood specials are my favorite. If you're in the mood for a burger, the buns are homemade and fit for a king.
I love the Wild Brunette beer-it is one of a kind! We always grab a growler ( half gallon jug) to go. What a crowd pleaser at the cabin. On Wednesdays sometimes we enjoy the 1/2 off bottle of wine and sit outside on the patio to watch the sunset.
On Tuesdays our kids eat for free...our kids love the french fries and the homemade mac and cheese and a kiddy cocktail made just right for kids.
Don't miss this jewel of a restaurant. You will not be dissapointed.
- Pros: Food and Beer from scratch!
- Cons: make a reservation...it is popular
The Details on Barley John's Brew Pub
When to Go:
There's live music on Thursday nights.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Brew Pubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Outdoor Dining
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