Kalona Brewing Company
| Address: | 405 B Ave, Kalona, IA 52247, USA |
| Phone: | +1 319-656-3335 |
| Site: | kalonabrewing.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | Closed Closed 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–9PM |
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Matt Uhlman
We finally made our way down to KBC after hearing plenty of good stuff about it and we were glad we did. The restaurant is located in downtown Kalona in a rather non-discript building that is fabled to have housed a tractor dealership in the past. Upon walking in, it seemed more like we were going into a rejuvenated warehouse in Seattle or Raleigh/Durham (foodie town of the south!) than into a spot in small town Iowa. The place is surprisingly modern, with some great lighting that creates a great ambiance without being pretentious. The bar graces your view when you walk in and is quite impressive. Taps line the wall and the area separates the two sides of the restaurant. To the left were plenty of tables and booths and to the right was additional seating including some couches with indoor fire pits (I think). Great spot to grab a beer and chillax. The beer selection is solid here. Good range of lights to darks and they have a mean tasting menu. An added plus is that theyll design one for you based on your likes. Mine was a brown to black beer spread and was quite tasty! Theyve also got $7 growlers on Sundays. Now to das comida - we started out with some beer battered onion rings. Excellent and HUGE! The serving was enough for 4 and they were solid. Word to the wise - replace the curry-esk dipping sauce with the cilantro aioli - its Boss. My better half had a burger. Tasty and local, the only thing it lacked was size. Sweet potato fries were solid as well. I had the Il Prosciutto pizza. Again, good, not great. The Proscuitto and capers were good, but the peppers were a bit intense and overpowering - good crust though and something a little less exciting would likely be great. The only place they would really benefit here is from hastening the pace of the meal a bit. It seemed like there was only one server for the whole place and while she did a good job, dinner took nearly 2 hours. Outside of a big group, this isnt a two hour dinner place. It seemed like we werent the only one who finished out appetizer and then hung out for a half hour either. Theyre new and once this issue is fixed, the spot really comes together. Overall, this is one of a now growing number of legit breweries in the area. Excellent beer, good food and a phenomenal, unique atmosphere that doesnt leave you wanting. The atmosphere bumps it to a 4 and with a little work it climbs even further.
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Trisha Latimer
The beer was good. The hard cider was nasty! The fried cheese curds were like little puffs of heaven......so fresh! They dont sell any diet soda or regular soda like Pepsi or Coke. The service was extremely slow and not very attentive. My husband had to ask the waiter to bring him his first beer more than once, like the waiter totally forgot. It took at more than five minutes to get my hard cider, which my husband had to go to the bar to order because the waiter didnt stop by our table to check on us. The water refill my son requested when we began eating was brought out until we were finished eating.
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Elizabeth Burgos
My husband and I recently took a day trip to Kalona, IA. The Kalona Brewing Company was one of the highlights of our trip. The staff was welcoming and informed about the menu. We thoroughly enjoyed the House Salad, the Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza, and, (most of all) the Cheese Curds! If youre looking for a restaurant with good food and a nice atmosphere, check out Kalona Brewing Company.
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Ryley Thompson
I really like this place, easily worth the drive here from the city. Friendly staff with a modern/industrial kind of vibe. Lots of beer available here. They have a strong list of staples but an even longer list of seasonal and limited release brews. I did a choose your own adventure flight and enjoyed everything. I will definitely be back again when in Iowa.
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Brandie Bray
This place is phenomenal! The food was absolutely amazing and worth what you pay, love that its all organic. It makes a big difference. The service was outstanding and the drinks were fantastic, especially the imperial stouts. Will definitely be returning.
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Heather Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN
Nice space, decent beer. Shared a flight, then ordered a pint each. The bartender remarked one of the pints had kicked that barrel, and when we noted it was flat, he had one of the brewers try it to confirm it was indeed off. Given a new beer.
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Aaron Luna
Worth the drive from Marion! Ive always enjoyed their beers in a can, & theyre even better on tap. The food was fantastic, & I highly recommend the cheese curds & the hummus plate. Well definitely be back!
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YEJUN BAE
Nice atmosphere! We visited here just an hour before close, but they do not push us to finish. Baked Brie and Caesar Salad is great!!! Amazing food and beer! Price is also so nice!
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J Richard Fikuart
Nice environment and great addition to the community. I dont really care for their beer. Im told its the Belgian yeast. The food is good and classy but not teally bar fare.
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Jordan Frost
The food here is amazing!! We got to meet the chef Cody, he was super down to earth and a very talented chef! The beer selection is out of this world!
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Bill Eldridge
Very Upscale for Kalona and a decent enough menu for a MicroBrewery would love to see them put some large steaks on the Menu. The Beer was Fantastic
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Nathanael Martin
Perfect little spot outside of Iowa City. Excellent beer, great space, and comfort food complimented by that friendly Iowa smile.
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Brian Vercande
Wonderful food. Authentic, organic, clean eating. Would definitely recommend. Best option around for small, quality dining.
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Lee Paulsen
Ive never had a beer from them that didnt taste like buttered popcorn. Lazy brewing with poor quality control.
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ROBBIE SCHWENKER
One of my favorite breweries in Iowa. Food is spectacular as well. Recommend for any occasion. Worth the trip.
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Zach Geno
Great food and beer! The last 2 times weve visited family in the area weve came here and enjoyed it immensely.
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Brian Arnesen
Great atmosphere, food, and beer. It is a pleasant surprise to find something this nice in Kalona!
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Gff Bgh
Sat across from brewery really stunk... Burgers were too dry and found a cockroach in my salad
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Doug Penniston
Great service, awesome beers and the pizza is to die for! If you are in the area a must visit
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Matt Tousignant
Great experience! Awesome service, food, and best of all the beer....(love the Pinhead Red)!
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Frank Harvey
Amazing/fresh beer cheese platter was delicious just as good as anything we have out east.
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Terrence Cook
Nice open fire pizzas oven with decent experimental craft beer in a classic small town.
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Sydney Farnsworth
Great staff, great beer, great vibe! Would come back anytime!
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Jonathan Koutek
Awesome atmosphere, and amazing food oh and its a brewery to.
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Steve Reed
Decent beers...decent selection...good food...small menu!
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David Manley
Fantastic food and beer with a great atmosphere.
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Jon Kremer
Very cool space with great beer and pizzas!
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Darin Lamos
Food and beer was really good!
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Bernie Crump
Beer & Pizza. Done.
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dbarshimon
Freaking Amazing.
