. The beer-battered fries were cut a bit narrower and stayed crunchy outside and creamy inside even when cool. I’ll note that a “small” order is a soup bowl filled overflowing, and I daresay that the quantity and... (0 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong June 29, 2004)

So European imperialists & emigrants spread their various beer-making techniques over lots of the world... German lagers in Mexico, Italian ditto in Ethiopia, British stouts in Jamaica... are there Belgian style brews in Congo?... (5 replies, last updated by Jessnliss July 17, 2009)

The beer tasting at the UnivofPenn Archeology museum is great. Tix might be sold out. This is not one of those mayhem beer tastings. Beer drinking is very civilized amongst the mummies in the museum. Of course, this year will be... (2 replies, last updated by Piko March 7, 2008)

For entertainment value, here’s a pretty funny report about a new beer spa in the Czech Republic. [...] Q: I suppose it’s mainly men who use the spa? After all it’s every man’s dream to be able to sit in a... (2 replies, last updated by Leper May 19, 2006)

A few months back Channel 13 showed a Molly O’Neill program that mentioned a long established beer garden and Bavarian restaurant on Staten Island. Anyone know the name and address? Also, there is a small walled-in beer... (7 replies, last updated by Gene June 22, 2001)

instead. It may look rougher, but it’s a lot more civilized. And, they have a great selection of beer which includes pretty much something for everyone. Best beer with food, though is 21st Amendment. By far. (30 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong November 14, 2004)

being a beer drinker for quite a few years now i must say that all so far mentioned stages and the stages to be mentioned forewith all have their appropriate times and places. JMHO (68 replies, last updated by peetoteeto March 20, 2007)

I think I said this on another post but , my in-laws are very wealthy and they consider beer as low class and wine, vodka and scotch etc. to be civilized drinks. You should have seen their expressions when I mentioned that... (81 replies, last updated by HeBrew March 5, 2008)

Hi Folks- I am looking to find some Pittsburgh beer for the Super Bowl. Does anyone know where I can find Iron City Beer (or equivalent) in San Francisco or Marin County? I have already tried Bevmo and Trader Joe’s. TIA (8 replies, last updated by Civil Bear February 6, 2006)

So friends of ours have sent us a note that they plan to come to visit from overseas (Amsterdam) and one thing they totally crave (expatriate Americans) is Chili Dogs with a Root Beer Float. So Chowhounds, what is the best SF... (36 replies, last updated by sugartoof May 12, 2009)

lover is a new hound. he will either love chowhound or not bother with us. it is just mid-january in a new year. let us recall the holiday spirit..... being gracious and thankful for this opportunity for lively and civil... (22 replies, last updated by Chew on That February 8, 2008)

in the old Bananna Republic on pierce. thank god!!! hopefully, they can get a bsitro liscence & we can have a beer or glass of wine like civilized people in other cities. (1 reply, last updated by berkleygary February 13, 2008)

When I am in the area I like Tasty Bear for good tapas, beer, and energetic atmosphere (just east of New Montgomery & Howard?). Henry’s Hunan is also good for spicy better-than-average Chinese fare (New Montgomery near... (3 replies, last updated by Civil Bear January 26, 2006)

When you go to Volpi’s it is easy to overlook the tiny bar at the left rear of the restaurant, through a separate door. It’s time-travel to another era, Make sure you step in there for a beer or glass of house red. (5 replies, last updated by OldTimer December 6, 2008)

The Pink House is a cool place to have drinks and eat...some civil war general meetings were held downstairs.....The Bayou Cafe is a great place to hear live music and drink beer——must go to The Lady and Sons...go to... (2 replies, last updated by pilches January 12, 2007)