"What's the story with this place? Brewers Josh and Jake Uljans and Karl van Buuren aren’t known for playing it safe, and this spot, an old brick warehouse that's surrounded by workshops, suits that personality. Imagine if you furnished a vast, lofty room with mismatched vintage sofas and armchairs, old picnic tables, murals, and potted palms, and you’ve pictured Moon Dog, in Abbotsford. Cool. So who’s drinking inside? Laidback beer lovers who’ve never said no to a schooner (a 10-ounce beer glass) at any time of the day. Don't be afraid to wear jeans and sneakers—it's like a uniform here. Give us the details on the beer. Moon Dog makes some really inventive brews, some created by adding, say, watermelon or truffle to the vat. For the less adventurous, there’s the Love Tap lager or Old Mate pale ale, but check out the seasonal and specialty offerings. Last time we were there, we tucked into jugs of Splice of Heaven pine-lime IPA, a little tropical number, and finished with a Cake Hole black forest stout, which was a little like a German gateau in a bottle. There are cocktails, wines, and spirits for the beer-averse. Any snacks available? If you start to feel hungry, there’s a van out the front that serves pizza. Did the staff do you right? Everyone behind the bar is a beer lover, so don't be shy about asking for more info about what's on tap. Every Thursday night and Saturday afternoon, one of the bartenders leads a tour of the brewery. Wrap it up: What are we coming here for? While Melbourne isn’t Portland (yet), there’s a strong craft beer scene, and this is a brilliant place to get a taste of it." - Carrie Hutchinson
