John Russell Brewing Company Brew House & Restaurant — Restaurant in Summit Township

They must make good pizza and that's all these 5-star reviews are from. Problem is all they have is an oven, so everything is cooked in it to oblivion! Baked fries that are so dry and have nothing inside. Burger that is mysteriously blackened all around and completely dry and flavorless inside - even with a pink center! How do make such a terrible burger for such an outrageous price?? Also the burger had no sauce, which was how it was described on the menu, so when it was brought out and the server asked if we needed anything else, I asked if there was mayo on the burger and indicated I would want some, and she said there was. There wasn't, but who knew how soon I would see her again so I ate the thing. The bacon was also bad, thin and overcooked. The staff was mainly good. I got a couple samples of beer to make my choice, which came promptly. Food was fast despite being awful. The manager checked on us and asked how the food was. Luckily for my wife, she enjoyed the tacos, and I told the manager "the dip was good." When she asked about the burger I gave it to her straight, and she offered to make something else for me, which I declined, as I just wanted to leave at that point. I even mentioned that I didn't think that burger patty was a half pound before cooking, she had no response to that. I would be willing to try other things they have, but they really should put all their effort into everything they offer if they're going to have it on the menu. So I wouldn't recommend this...

Upon arrival was greeted and promptly seated. Server was fast and courteous taking our drink and food orders. Then we wait.. and wait. 45 mins for our food. Mind you there was only maybe 6 other customers in what’s usually a pretty busy place. Food arrives and fries instantly appear old and stale. They looked felt and taste like they’re a day old microwaved. Soggy. My potine burger was a salty soggy with gross under cooked fires but a little warm. Wouldn’t recommend. The tacos had to go back because they were soo cold and stale looking. Staff was gracious in taking the tacos back to make “new ones”. As you can see in the picture my finger mark is still in the sauce when they brought it back from the microwave. Not new tacos. Also the fries on the burger were not fried or cooked they were white playdoe consistency. Definitely cooked a different way. Staff was nice a apologetic. Also seen multiple staff walk by garbage/food on the floor and no pick it up. While they’re dead. Manager comped the tacos. Went to use the bathroom before i left and there’s debris all over the floor. It’s a shame they put so much money into a previous awesome place to let bad management effect it’s repercussion. Rip...

The location has two options to access it in the shopping center. One from the main entrance and one from downs Dr. Interior is clean, well light and inviting. Serves it's own brews, a small wine selection and a handful of cute cocktails for those who don't drink beer. Which is great. The menu has a good five categories to it giving you options while maintaining speed and quality. Everything felt heavy on the menu for me and the salads felt too bland. I ordered the bacon gouda burger with coleslaw. The coleslaw is not your normal pa style which is good for those looking for other then pa style but it had a distinct flavor to it which was unusual but wasn't bad. The bun was greasy for me. The burger is a sysco brand or similar burger nothing to right home about when it comes to the beef. They put ample bacon and cheese on which is great. The host was friendly, gave me choice and I was seated quickly. My waitress was responsive and pleasant but her interactions felt like she was rushing me and asked one too many time how was everything. 6 times in 35 minutes is a bit much and then proceeds to ask before I am finished with my food if I wanted the check. But her overall professional...