Raleigh, Then and Now: Boylan Bridge Brewpub
Built in 1949, 201 S. Boylan Avenue is an early example of Raleigh modernist architecture and was first home to Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co. PPG occupied the space until the early 1970s when the building changed ownership. Now, it is occupied by Boylan Bridge Brewpub, a bar/restaurant that boasts “The best view in Raleigh.”
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10/30/2012
Best view, no doubt. Food is ok. Beer and service? Not so much.
10/30/2012
I agree. It could be a really awesome place to hang out, but I’ve never had good service there.
10/30/2012
I can’t speak to the other aspects of the restaurant’s operation, but we try as hard as we can to make good beer. There are a couple new recipes for an American IPA and a Stout coming through in the next month or so. Consider giving them a try; perhaps they will change your opinion.
Thanks for honest feedback though. I’ll be directing the management to this page.
10/30/2012
As a regular of BBB and a home-brewer, I can say the beer is great. Thanks for providing a solid neighborhood watering hole.
10/30/2012
Their beer has improved significantly in the past couple months, maybe over the course of a year. I stop in regularly for a brew or two every couple weeks and it has continued to improve.
10/30/2012
Been there quite a few times over the last few year- hands down the best patio/view in Raleigh. I have to agree with the others though; the food is uninspired and poor in quality, and the service could stand for improvement. As a restaurant competing in the amazing food and beer market that surround Raleigh/Durham they need to step it up!
10/30/2012
We tried BBB three times within the first year it opened. Service ranged from bad to abysmal, and I am not picky about these things normally.
When I moved to Raleigh in the mid-nineties, two gay guys owned an interior design store there called Talk of the Town.
11/08/2012
…and that is why we as lovers of downtown Raleigh support local businesses. Because they at least give a shit.
11/29/2012
I don’t see the problem with the beer. But the food and service has always had problems.
03/11/2013
I second what Aaron said. :)
Great view, great beer from what I’ve tried there (summer ale, stout, and another I can’t remember). Servers can be a little laggy, but they’re always nice.
Only neg is that the menu needs a makeover, or at least improvement with the entrees. I always end up getting fish & chips because it’s the only thing I really like on there, and I’m not even a picky eater.
Also, later hours would be nice.