I've made hundreds of reservations on OpenTable and never arrived at a restuarant to be more negatively surprised than I did at Hidden Craft. That's not to say the place was terrible, but it's not a sit-down, get-served restaurant as much as it's an order at the counter, find an open place to sit, and put your number up on the table, so they know where to bring the food. This is an upscale Urban Plates with a beer wall and a decent menu, which is closer to a well lit beer bar with a dinner menu than a sit-down restaurant.
Hidden Craft is really a somewhat hidden gem in every respect: Excellent kitchen. Superb, curated, always changing selection of self-serve brews. Friendly, helpful staff. And live music once or twice a week.
Our group included people with vegan and gluten-free diets, and we were all able to find something to eat. The tacos were delicious. They make their corn tortillas in house, and they are some of the best tortillas I've ever had. Our group was raving about them.
Good food and it was fun to self serve different beers to get a lot of trial. Just like the grocery store, tons of options for hop lovers and not so many for those who like malt forward flavors. So my husband the porter and ale drinker had very little to choose from, while I had several hazy IPAs.
The food was surprisingly delicious. Fish tacos blew my mind. The beer selection is great. Weirdly, they make the bathrooms a nature experience that was so awesome. Haha. 10/10
I reserved a table for outdoor dining when I get
Wide selection of beers, self service from the beer taps. Order at the counter and they will later bring your food to the table.
I live very close to this restaurant and tasting room, but I didn't know it was there--tucked away by/under Santa Fe Depot at American Plaza. I happily discovered it online, was intrigued by its concept, and visited the same day. They offer the opportunity to sample scores of craft beers and other libations, employing a very easy-to-use, self-pouring methodology, and also a terrific menu of food choices. They have both indoor seating and an outdoor patio, and apparently because it was Friday, they also had live music! Great beer and fabulous food at reasonable prices--coupled with friendly, capable, fun staff--made my entire experience worthy of a five star rating. I'll definitely return often.
We were a bit surprised at the cost of the beers. And not too many lighter beers to chose from.
What a great place! It was our first time and will be back! The food was great (highly recommend the bacon Brie hamburger). With the amazing selection of beers and a few wines, you will surely find a favorite. The entertainment was on the patio and was great.