Kalona Brewing Company

7/27/2024, incredible specials by Kalona Brewing tonight; Carbonara to die for and a dessert that was out of this world. Service was great and Block Party IPA on tap; one of the best meals of the summer.

Service was great but that is where it stopped. We ordered Brussel Sprouts for the appetizer. We put the spoon in and it was like air. Just full of the layers. There were a total of 6 halves. That is 3 Brussel Sprouts for $11. The French dip was good but not $20. The fries appeared to be hand cut. However, they were undercooked. Tasted like a raw potato. Then the Mongolian Beef Stir Fry had very little beef in it. I was surprised how small of a portion it was AND had to dig around to find the beef. I sat what I could find to the side. There was maybe a max of 1.5 to 2 ounces. ****** Mary was bland and in a very small glass for $10. Beer was fine.

Kalona special was light and tasty. Fish and chips, large portions, crispy batter. Potatoes soup was loaded. Servers were friendly. Try it if you're in the area.

Beer garden is generally filled with flies as it is next to brewing waste. The other day a group of 5 rode bikes out to enjoy a beer in the AC. The receptionist said there were no tables available inside, as they were numerous tables inside. The next group was seated inside without reservations. Our group sat with the heat flies outback and were not allowed to order appetizers as it is policy to not have food in the beer garden. Terrible experience.

Tried to give this place a chance so many times. The food sounds delicious when you read the description on their menu but it honestly tastes like fancy cafeteria food by the time it comes out. If you drink enough Sucha Much beer though you'll forget all about it!! Side note, the sidewalk on the west side of the building is literally black with trash bag juice from the staff dragging out trash bags and it smells absolutely rank, idk how people can stand to eat on their back patio.