David D.
Yelp
Very good, upbeat casual restaurant-cum-brewery.
There is a panoply of outdoor seating options, and interestingly a wall/landscape effect, which kids enjoy scampering over during pleasant weather. Indoors is bright and airy, with communal seating, bar seating, and booths a plenty. The lighting is bright and vivacious similar to Triumph in New Hope versus the darker, and more moody effect of a Bowman's Tavern.
One minor gripe is that there are no reservations (what is this 1960?); however, during the week there is a waiting list, and although it's ominously turned off during the weekend, we haven't had to wait more than 15-20 minutes tops at a peak time. They move tables regularly and as noted have ample space both indoors and out.
The staff are trained well and are kind and pleasant. There's a slight hipster vibe to the staff, but nothing overbearing for a brewery, and in fact, trend more to suburban staid than beard-and-flannel edge.
Food and beverages are served within a reasonable wait time, and keep in mind, this is during endemic staffing shortages across the country, so I give kudos to their management.
Food is good about a half or maybe even a full step above what one would expect at an upscale brewery. Extra points for changing their menu every night, and the specials tend to be cooked with attention and accompagnements are all on point and well chosen. This is a surprisingly family-oriented restaurant, maybe less astonishing being in the heart of the suburban Mecca that is Newtown, and the kids menu is replete with the usual complement of burgers, fries, and chicken tenders, although they mix it up with personal pizzas, fruit and vegetable sides, etc. On the adult end of the spectrum, I'd give a thumbs up to their salads, and sides such as Brussels sprouts and asparagus can be had for the healthier gourmand.
Am I missing something? Hmm, wait, let's see...oh yes, the brews! Beers are brewed in house, and one can see the spotless brewery, almost museum quality, behind glass near the lively bar area. Beers are great as you'd expect for a brewery, with a nice variety of options and a sparkling freshness. They keep you plied with samples as one enjoys one's meal, which adds a pleasant and variable luster to the experience. There apparently is a Iron Hill membership where you can tote your own Iron-Hill emblazoned mugs and receive discounts, but that screams too much chain to me and is very dorky.
All-in-all about as ideal a brewery/restaurant experience you can have if you're looking for a vibrant, dynamic spot for a casual and pleasurable meal.