Great beer and warm and welcoming environment. Quickly becoming our favorite spot.
Sean Dion
I rarely give anything a 5. This place was terrific. It had a great vibe, is in a nice location, and above all else... The beer was really terrific. Our party of three got flights for two of us and a blueberry vanilla cream ale. All terrific. We wish they would make a Belgium double or triple, but we will be back regardless if they don't make it or not.
Maria Avila
Unfortunately, I would not recommend this establishment, especially for families with young children. During our visit, my son was simply being himself—laughing, playing, and enjoying his time with us. While he was a bit vocal, it was nothing beyond normal childlike behavior. Rather than fostering a family-friendly environment, the staff asked that he quiet down to accommodate others—despite the fact that we were seated outside, near groups of adults loudly playing games and drinking on the patio.
It was disappointing to feel unwelcome simply because we had children—and because our child wasn’t silently occupied with an iPad, as many others were. For some families, bringing kids along isn’t a choice, and we had hoped to enjoy a relaxed time together. Instead, we left feeling judged and uncomfortable.
I would recommend choosing Spitfire next door instead, which offers a much more welcoming atmosphere for families. We won’t be returning.
Update with a response to the owner:
Thanks for the response. Just to clarify: my two-year-old was being a happy toddler—not throwing a tantrum, not aggressive, just existing as toddlers do. And yes, while he has hydrocephalus and developmental delays, which affect his ability to regulate volume—something we’re actively working on, including re-testing his hearing. However, I believe your interpretation is a bit dramatic, and this is coming from a mom that understands overstimulation.
My six-year-old daughter is autistic and avoids crowds. She quietly climbed onto an empty stool to sit next to her brother—at a table no one else was using. That’s not misbehavior; that’s a child trying to stay close to her family and feel safe.
We take our kids everywhere—restaurants, wineries, public events—and have never once been told they were a problem. So when you say you “welcome well-behaved children,” it reads less like a rule and more like discrimination against children with diagnoses.
I never called your brewery a playground—just offered other families a heads-up about the kind of reception they might receive. It’s interesting that my honest review is the only one you responded to. Guess 4.9 stars takes some curating.
Margie Trujillo
First time visit, i had a taster and my favorite was cream ale, and spicy peach.
Ryan Kemp
Good beer and good vibes. Thanks we’ll be back.
Michael J. Quinn
Solid variety, good staff
Austin Watson
Go here! Drink a couple of beers! Chat with the owners, they are awesome!!
Bethany W
We love gem state brewing! The beer is awesome and the vibe is equally as great! Definitely stop in and have a brew!
Belle Scott
Awesome brewery in downtown Eagle with a great, friendly atmosphere. Family run business, the owners are both really sweet and know all their regulars. The small batch crafted beers are all 5 dollars — hard to beat that price! Excellent seating indoors and outdoors, dog and kid friendly. Expect it to be busy during peak hours! We love bringing our dogs here and enjoying a couple cold brews. They have board games you can play. You can also order from the taco shack right next door and they deliver it right to your table. Sometimes there are food vendors outside as well. Oh, and free popcorn! Overall awesome place, we cannot recommend it enough!
Lindsey Prociw
Our go-to brewery. The owners are awesome and they make great beer. Menu is always changing and all the beers are $5! Plus dog friendly and free popcorn :)
Always a welcome feeling coming in. Love that I can bring my pup. New flavors always cycling.
Rodolfo Jodra
Friendly place offering good beer at a good price, perfect to spend a relaxed time with the people you like. You need to bring the food though. And they give you popcorn.
Hugh Jass
Great experience! Super friendly service. Highly recommended! Creative tap list full of fun flavor combos. Something for everyone. Bring the dogs and kids. No food, popcorn is free. Plenty of food nearby for dine in. Don't miss out on this Gem!
Lisa Carlascio
Great selection of beers and friendly service.
Garth Levandoski
Excellent stouts. Very friendly owners and free popcorn
Great beer and warm and welcoming environment. Quickly becoming our favorite spot.
I rarely give anything a 5. This place was terrific. It had a great vibe, is in a nice location, and above all else... The beer was really terrific. Our party of three got flights for two of us and a blueberry vanilla cream ale. All terrific. We wish they would make a Belgium double or triple, but we will be back regardless if they don't make it or not.
Unfortunately, I would not recommend this establishment, especially for families with young children. During our visit, my son was simply being himself—laughing, playing, and enjoying his time with us. While he was a bit vocal, it was nothing beyond normal childlike behavior. Rather than fostering a family-friendly environment, the staff asked that he quiet down to accommodate others—despite the fact that we were seated outside, near groups of adults loudly playing games and drinking on the patio.
It was disappointing to feel unwelcome simply because we had children—and because our child wasn’t silently occupied with an iPad, as many others were. For some families, bringing kids along isn’t a choice, and we had hoped to enjoy a relaxed time together. Instead, we left feeling judged and uncomfortable.
I would recommend choosing Spitfire next door instead, which offers a much more welcoming atmosphere for families. We won’t be returning.
Update with a response to the owner:
Thanks for the response. Just to clarify: my two-year-old was being a happy toddler—not throwing a tantrum, not aggressive, just existing as toddlers do. And yes, while he has hydrocephalus and developmental delays, which affect his ability to regulate volume—something we’re actively working on, including re-testing his hearing. However, I believe your interpretation is a bit dramatic, and this is coming from a mom that understands overstimulation.
My six-year-old daughter is autistic and avoids crowds. She quietly climbed onto an empty stool to sit next to her brother—at a table no one else was using. That’s not misbehavior; that’s a child trying to stay close to her family and feel safe.
We take our kids everywhere—restaurants, wineries, public events—and have never once been told they were a problem. So when you say you “welcome well-behaved children,” it reads less like a rule and more like discrimination against children with diagnoses.
I never called your brewery a playground—just offered other families a heads-up about the kind of reception they might receive. It’s interesting that my honest review is the only one you responded to. Guess 4.9 stars takes some curating.
First time visit, i had a taster and my favorite was cream ale, and spicy peach.
Good beer and good vibes. Thanks we’ll be back.
Solid variety, good staff
Go here! Drink a couple of beers! Chat with the owners, they are awesome!!
We love gem state brewing! The beer is awesome and the vibe is equally as great! Definitely stop in and have a brew!
Awesome brewery in downtown Eagle with a great, friendly atmosphere. Family run business, the owners are both really sweet and know all their regulars. The small batch crafted beers are all 5 dollars — hard to beat that price! Excellent seating indoors and outdoors, dog and kid friendly. Expect it to be busy during peak hours! We love bringing our dogs here and enjoying a couple cold brews. They have board games you can play. You can also order from the taco shack right next door and they deliver it right to your table. Sometimes there are food vendors outside as well. Oh, and free popcorn! Overall awesome place, we cannot recommend it enough!
Our go-to brewery. The owners are awesome and they make great beer. Menu is always changing and all the beers are $5! Plus dog friendly and free popcorn :)
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Always a welcome feeling coming in. Love that I can bring my pup. New flavors always cycling.
Friendly place offering good beer at a good price, perfect to spend a relaxed time with the people you like.
You need to bring the food though.
And they give you popcorn.
Great experience! Super friendly service. Highly recommended! Creative tap list full of fun flavor combos. Something for everyone. Bring the dogs and kids. No food, popcorn is free. Plenty of food nearby for dine in. Don't miss out on this Gem!
Great selection of beers and friendly service.
Excellent stouts. Very friendly owners and free popcorn
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