Jonathan W.
Yelp
Probably the best brewery in the region. 100% for sure the best brewery in Wichita.
Killer beer, especially if you are into Belgian styles, wild ales, sours, mixed fermentation etc... The diehard beer nerds will be in heaven.
Lots of firsts going on here. First foeder in Wichita, first puncheon, first crowler machine. These folks are really putting in 100% effort into making this brewery the best and most badass.
The decor and atmosphere are top notch. Lots of cozy vintage seating, couches etc... Amazing bar design to belly up to for a few brews. Cool regional art adorning the walls, and kitschy tchotchke's on the table. Brew house is in full view and if you get there early enough on a weekday you might even catch the crew hard at work brewing delicious elixirs! The smell of the grains is great!
The huge garage doors open to a great patio in a quiet neighborhood complete with string lights, giant jenga and picnic tables. Bike friendly, and even the occasional mans-best-friend is welcome!
CSB (as the cool kids call it) offers light snacks including meat and cheese trays to share, and an in-house blend of "party mix." Most evenings there is a food truck outside to provide more substantial offerings.
Don't show up expecting a lot of "Bud Lite" substitutes, CSB is into full flavor and complexity. But don't worry, from the "Girlfriend" on the lighter end, to "Keef Richards" coconut porter on the dark end -- CSB has plenty of variety. For the non-beer drinker there is sangria (on tap!,) or a fruit-fizz non-alcoholic soda, also made in-house.
Staff is insanely friendly and knowledgable, you can feel their passion for craft beer. The brewers love to tell you about their latest creation and tip one back with their patrons at the same time.
If you love beer, then you will love love love Central Standard Brewing. Very highly recommended!