We definitely had a five-star experience at Bierly Brewery! I checked this app to find somewhere to eat while in McMinnville with friends. I saw that this brewery had rave reviews and thought "thats strange, a brewery that has gluten free options". It wasn't until we showed up that I realized it was a 100% gluten free facility. I was excited but nervous because I was with three people who can eat gluten and love normal beer. Thankfully they were open minded so we stayed.
It had been over a year since the last time I drank a (gluten free) beer. I was thrilled to see their vast selection and have the chance to sample a couple. My friends all really enjoyed the gluten free beer and even mentioned that it "tasted like the real thing". I've forgotten what gluten beer tastes like so to me it tasted exactly like "the real thing". My partner said "not only was that a great gluten free beer but it was one of the best beers I've had lately".
OH MY GOODNESS - the food. Between everyone at our table we ordered (at least) one of everything off the menu. Corndog, butternut squash dogs, pretzels, hot cheese dip, fried pickles, and onion rings. Our table was covered in plates of food. All which were licked clean by the time we left. We ordered one of each flavor donut to take home with us. It had been years since I last ate a donut. They were the best donuts in the world. They surpassed my expectations and my memories of donuts-passed.
The cherry on top of this (gluten free) cake of an experience, was the incredibly friendly owner who came over and introduced himself to us. He is a gem and you can tell he takes his beer, his food and his craft very seriously. We will definitely be returning to Bierly Brewery every time we come to McMinnville. I look forward to buying their beer at Market of Choice in the meantime.
— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free
— Excellent