Dragonmead Brewery - Warren, Michigan

Robert K.

Been coming here for nearly 20 years.
Always a warm environment with excellent beers. By far the best selection of beer styles in Metro Detroit.

Mark T.

So easy to find yet I've driven by numerous times without seeing it. Maybe I should pay less attention to the road? (That would be stupid!)
It's a large, quiet, welcoming space that makes me think of pubs in England/Wales/Scotland (though I've never been. Yet)
Flights are five 6-ounce pours for $14. Way more brew than most offer on flights. But with a tap list this big, it's a really smart choice if you are uncertain.
The aforementioned list is broken down by national style as opposed to beer style in general. So an Imperial Stout is under American while an Oatmeal Stout is under English. Not exactly straightforward to newbies but to the cognescenti it makes perfect sense.
Few patrons are present on an early Saturday afternoon. Music plays quietly, not intruding into conversations.
The Dead Monk is terrific, the Breath of the Dragon is solid. Tried 7 total before departure. Looking to return, perhaps for the D & D game?

david S.

Authentic true to style real beer. Just about any style beer you could think of, they do it well. English, Belgium, American, German. Bringing in my mug for some excellent beer.

Still excellent!

Outstanding, best beer around.

26 yrs strong. And still my favorite brewery.

Troy K.

I hadn't visited since the opening of Dragonmead and I remembered it fondly and was not disappointed with my recent visit. They gave great small dishes for food, excellent service, and a really clean and nicely decorated establishment. Of course the main attraction is their AMAZING beer! Tried a flight and was blown away by Sin Eater and the Strabery Rhubarb. Final Absolution and Lancelots Cream Ale always great! I really want to visit on one of their D&D nights!

Jon J.

Fantastic selection of beers that are all very drinkable. They are known for their english, belgian and german style libations. The service was great and we both enjoyed our Erik the Red and Raspberry Wheat! We will come back!

Rick B.

I absolutely love Dragonmead’s beer, but as much as I would like to give it 4 or 5 stars, that is just not happening today, or anytime soon.

I have not frequented in a while, and based on today’s visit, it will probably be a long while before I visit again.

I walked in and it was not busy at all (a few people at the bar). The first bartender I saw did not even acknowledge me. Another one came out, and it still took almost 10 minutes for one of them to offer to get me a beer. They had friends at the bar that they were chatty with, and ignored everyone else. When I finally did get served, a gentleman entered a few minutes later, and went through the same ordeal. I don’t know if you have to be a millennial in order to be seen or what, but it was as if we were invisible otherwise. I literally watched one of the bartenders look at the guy next to me for a couple of minutes before asking him if she could get him anything, looking around as if she was hoping one of the other worthless employees would get him first. He and I ended up talking until I left.

To make matters worse..... I purchased a Hop Passport at the beginning of the year, and when it was time to pay my bill, I was given a hard time about using it for one the beers I ordered. They told me it was only good for certain beers. I explained that I told the first girl that I had the Passport before ordering anything, therefore that should have been told to me from the beginning. Secondly, I explained that I had been to about a dozen breweries listed in the passport, and had not had any problem using it, no matter what I ordered. At this time, it was getting busier, and more staff had showed up. One of the people told me they were the sales rep, and that they weren’t going to participate in the hop passport next year because they didn’t agree with it. Poor business choice if you ask me. I understand maybe you don’t want people only coming in for that, but I have frequented this establishment plenty of times, and it’s nice to get a deal once in a while. Plus, I see it as an opportunity to get people who haven’t been there before a reason to come back.

I am just thoroughly disappointed in this experience. I hope that someone cares, and thinks about making some changes. I wouldn’t hire or keep people like this in my business.

Marlyss H.

Try the hot pepper ale called RING of FIRE. It won't kill 'ya. It has generous amounts of Jalepenos, Habaneros and Serranos but just the right amount so it's drinkable. The peppers hit the back of your throat and you think WOW...can I drink this? Then it kinda settles in and lightens up and you want another sip. It's one of the most interesting and memorable craft beers I've tried. We had some chips and dip with it on their very limited food menu on a Sunday afternoon. They had a sign on the wall saying they had chili but they said not until Tuesday. Not much to eat here or I would have given 5 stars instead of 4 because the beer is cleverly made. But I expected food from what I read online. The beer server said it was something to do with not being a Brewpub because they distribute their beer and that's a different license and besides their kitchen is small....she said.... as best I could catch as she was on the run. So take note of that if you come in hungry. We didn't get too much conversation with her since she was so busy but I will say she consistently poured a full topped off beer every time. She had that perfectly down.

Greg

I had been wanting to stop at this place for a while. The beer is really good, I didn't try the wine though they have a large selection of a lot of things. The food menu is more bar snacks like but good. They even make all their own soda so my children enjoyed the visit as well.