Forward Brewing in Annapolis

Atmosphere is not very warm or friendly, but their beer is good. There's not much space for socializing and table room is very limited.  It's first come first serve, so be there when they open and not a minute later if you want a place to sit. Otherwise,  you'll be directed to the back of the brewery to stand awkwardly in front of the doors to their cooler and brewhouse. This place is a big ol' meh.

I'm crazy for this spot. Found them on Instagram and loved the vibe. The real place was even better. Delicious, interesting craft brews and tasty nibbles. Sit inside or out. Dogs and kiddos welcome. And shoutout for their community spirit and philanthropic endeavors. Love supporting a place that's giving back!

Visited forward brewing on a recent Friday night and think I found one of my new favorite spots! A smaller brewery tucked on a side-street in Eastport, you may have to spent a bit of time looking for street parking or opt for a nearby paid lot. The indoor space is small, but bright and open. They have a large side yard with plenty of outdoor seating as well. The menu was a pleasant change up for your typical brewery food! They have mostly small plates and and sandwiches. I had the soft pretzel with cheese bad mustard dips which was amazing, followed by the summer vegetarian tacos. The tacos were fresh and delicious, and not your 'basic' taco. Sounds like they mix up their food menu quite a bit, and I'm excited to see what else they cook up for fall! The beer list is fairly extensive and has options to meet most taste profiles. I was thrilled to see several cider and sour beer options. I ended up going with a very nice pale ale, unfortunately, I can't remember the name! The staff was super friendly and accommodating, helping our group move from inside to outside when a table became available. I like that they brew beers to support local spots like the fire department, and that they had several beer collaborations on the menu. Overall, a great casual spot to grab snacks and drinks with friends! Will definitely be back!