Brewpubs in Manchester, TN

“I recently visited Common John Brewing Co. and overall it was a nice experience. The atmosphere is really cool and unique, the music was subtle and fit the environment well, and they even have a stage for live events. The pizza was excellent, and honestly the ranch was excellent too. I also had a small cider that was pretty good. That said, there were a few things I didn’t love. The wings were priced around $2 each, which felt pretty expensive, so I ended up ordering the pizza instead. I also didn’t like paying $1 for such a small cup of ranch. Another issue was that the online menus didn’t match the in-person menu very accurately, which made ordering a little confusing. The staff was kind overall, and I appreciated that they let me try a very small sample to help decide on my purchase. However, I did feel like I kept getting interrupted while asking questions. It seemed like staff members were trying to predict what I was going to ask before I finished speaking, so my questions weren’t always fully answered and ordering took longer than it probably should have. I also asked about a veteran discount and was told they offered one, but it didn’t appear on my receipt, so I’m not sure what happened there. One of the biggest downsides for me was the seating. Most of the tables and seating are high-rise, which I found uncomfortable. The regular-height seating is mainly attached to large group tables, so if you come alone or with just a couple people, seating options can be limited unless you sit outside. Overall, I’d still say it’s a good place with good food and a cool atmosphere. I spent around $17 after tax for a small pizza and a small cider. There are definitely things they could improve, but I still enjoyed the experience. 4/5 🌟“