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What to order at Pretentious Beer Co. Taproom
- Signature drink
- Experimental craft beer in custom glassware
- Editor tip
- Beer garden between the brewery and glass studio is the centerpiece; weekday afternoons are quietest.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeBrewery taproom
Price$$$
Neighborhoodold-city
HoursMon-Wed 15:00-21:00; Thu 15:00-22:00; Fri-Sat 12:00-23:30; Sun 12:00-21:00
Phone+1 865 851 7693
Signature drinkExperimental craft beer in custom glassware
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Food program: Snacks; food trucks rotate
Tip: Beer garden between the brewery and glass studio is the centerpiece; weekday afternoons are quietest.
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