Novel Strand Brewing Company

"The best spot. The owners do an incredible job of not just making great beer/having great cocktails & wine offerings but they also partner with some awesome food trucks & local creators. And beyond that, this is a business that truly fosters and builds a sense of community. We have met some of our closest friends in Denver at Novel Strand, and have taken some amaing workshops there. The staff is kind & friendly, and it’s our dog’s favorite place in the neighborhood too. Baker is better because of everything Novel brings to it, including (but not limited to) some really damn good neighborhood-brewed beer."

"Novel Stand is a great little neighborhood brewery just a few blocks west of the SoBo mayhem. Really fresh, crisp tasty beers in a very chill vibe on the corner. Loads of space, number of folks working while enjoying their drinks. Friendly and knowledgeable servers. Outside seating available. Some limited food options during the day before food trucks roll in. This Novel is a real page turner!"

"I'm candidly writing this in response to another reviewer who left 1 star for not being able to use one of Novel Strands picnic tables without making a purchase. I too am a neighbor. And a customer. And a friend. It matters to me that Novel Strand not only thrives as a business but I also support them in standing up for themselves. Because it's not just about having a beer or a cup of coffee and wanting to be served in a particular way. Novel Strand is one of the core unifying establishments in a community that I deeply love. There's a bookclub. There's a run club. There's trivia. People have met their partners here and have had their wedding receptions. They've hosted block parties. We've celebrated holidays there and have a wealth of memories that you really can't ask for. Sometimes you just get lucky enough to realize that a lot of good comes from a place you frequent, even if only for a beer. But I've truly been given so much more. And for that, I will always want to pay for a beer if I'm ever sitting at any of their tables. To any criticism of their respective crafts, I simply can't speak to having the most refined palate. But I love their beers and cocktails. One of the best things about the experience of having a beer at Novel Strand is taking a glimpse into the back, seeing the inner workings of their operation and talking with the owners about what they're experimenting with, what other breweries they're collaborating with, where they're sourcing ingredients from around the world, etc. I love being able to ask questions and equally love seeing their passion for what they do. I appreciate the effort. And I respect it. There are too many people in this world who are in it to just take and take and take, and get upset when they're told that that's just not how life works. In the dynamic of the business/customer relationship, we too often default to holding businesses to ridiculous standards without ever stopping to consider what it means to be a good customer. To Novel Strand, thank you. Please keep doing what you're doing. I would gladly give a sixth star."