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MacDowell Brew Kitchen: Restaurant Reviews

202 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA
703-777-2739
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Ranked #22 of 109 restaurants in Leesburg
Cuisines: American
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Fairfield, Pennsylvania
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“Pretty good food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

I'll be honest, I didn't have high expectations for this place. My family and I drove to the Tuscarora Mill to eat and felt like we were dressed too casual. The MacDowell Brew Kitchen was the first place we saw when we walked around to find something else. The set up of the restaurant is a little strange. However the food was really good. I got the sliders - chicken and pork bbq. The fries were great with a garlic seasoning. Everything came out quickly and my family liked their meal as well. I'd probably come back here for drinks and light food but not for dinner.

  • Visited February 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Food
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Portland, Oregon
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“Brews are great, food is varied and good”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

Specialty soups, sandwhiches, burgers, salads and things you won't find many places: Deep Fried Oreos, Frickles (deep fried pickles) and their own beer plus other brands. This place is small, but the atmosphere is great, the staff is super friendly (Great service Teague!) and we will be back!

Visited February 2013
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“Great atmosphere, So-so food”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013 via mobile

Fun atmosphere - particularly outside around the fire. Fantastic beer selection! Food is a complete let down. This is a good spot for drinks and desert. Go somewhere else for dinner; then come here for drinks, dessert, and socializing around the fire ring

    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Food
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“Great place to hang out and eat and drink”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2012 via mobile

I have been there a few times...love the atmosphere.. The fish tacos are awesome...eating fried green tomatoes and sitting outside with the Key West decor and listening to the music is just the best...my nephew had told me about this place and we love it. We just had my husband's 60th birthday party there. Nils and his staff were excellent... The food and beer and wine are the best ... Love their Malbec wine. Thank you to Nils and his staff for an awesome time!!!

    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Ashburn, Virginia
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“Always a fun time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2012

We recently held a surprise party for my Uncle at the McDowell Brew Kitchen and it was a blast. All of the 35 guests were raving about the restaurant and the service. This is the second party we have held at McDowell's (we celebrated my wife's 30th shortly after they opened). The service is excellent and we always love seeing Nils and Renee.

The outside beach themed patio makes you feel like you are able to get away. I recommend coming out to listen to the live music they have on the weekends. If you enjoy beer, they have an extensive beer menu with some great brews. My wife and I are regulars and always look forward to coming back.

  • Visited October 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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