What They're Saying About The Griffin Claw Brewery

The Griffin Claw Brewing Company, Birmingham's newest restaurant and latest addition to the city's Rail District, hosted a series of 'soft' opening events this week in preview of the July 18 grand opening. 

The final one is set for Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is invitation-only. But if you're curious, here's what a few local people said about the brewery that features a taproom, a traditional German-style biergarten and outdoor patio and a menu that includes a variety of casual food, and a dozen seasonal and specialty brews.

"A delicious well-balanced beer selection. Tried nearly every beer, and no disappointments!" Gary Marshall said on the Griffin Claw Facebook page.

Award-winning Brewmaster Dan Rogers, of Big Rock Chophouse fame, will oversee all the brewing, distributing, and operations at the 12,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility, located at 575 S. Eton Street in Birmingham.

When Rogers kept winning accoladess, owners Bonnie LePage and Mary Nicholson kenw they were on to something. 

"The increasing demand for his beer and his growing fan base were instrumental in why we decided to open Griffin Claw Brewing Company," Bonnie LePage said.  "We’re really looking forward to the opening and everyone being able to enjoy Dan’s beer in a very unique and fun setting.”

Those that got a first taste this week agreed.

"Went to Griffin Claw Soft opening last night - nice beer selection - limited menu but cool and PRICES are GREAT!!!!!Going to be out on the patio there a lot this summer," Birmingham Patch reader Suzanne Shields wrote Tuesday on the Birmingham Patch Facebook page.

If you went, what impressed you about the Griffin Claw Brewing Company, and if not, what are you looking forward to? Tell us in the comments.

This story was updated to reflect the Thursday, July 11 event is invitation only.