Located down a long narrow alley, they very conveniently have a golf cart at the head of the alley that loads you up and whisks you down a typical Saigon alley, dropping you off at the wonderful entrance. Unique to be sure.
Old school wooden kegs line the path.
Affordable prices on big cold steins of beer were a welcome sign of a good experience to come. Further in the menu, I spied the almost-lethal rarities, Becherovka, Fernet Stock, and Slivovitz, a trio of fantastic digestifs to cut through a big fatty european meal.
The main bar area is by far the most authentic Euro-style brewhouse I have seen in Vietnam, big heavy wood stools and chairs, tall tables and outdoor seating make a good spot for any kind of customer. It would make a great place for a large party.
The beer, yes, the beer is very well done with a darker "lager" and a lighter "lager," both of which are very pleasant, easy to drink and are served in huge ice cold glasses. I drank a couple more of the lighter lager than the darker lager. Though they reminded me of pilsners more than lagers, and they has some meat to them. More body and flavor for certain, and not as sparkly as a Bia Saigon or Tiger.
I saw "Medieval Beef" on the menu and HAD to have it. It was some of the most tender beef I have had in VN. Clearly marinated for a day or more, the delicious slightly sweet brown gravy brought and rich sauce on the boiled potato, brought about a craving for Becherovka, and the afternoon all of a sudden became much more lively.
Managing to stay upright on the way our, I saw this cool outline of their facility. A lot of thought has gone in to this restaurant, the beer is delicious. I would go back in a heartbeat.
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