Ponysaurus Brewing Co. upped its hip factor in June, adding a grill program to its already popular taproom and brews. The steps are simple: Reserve one of the 12 grills onsite (you get the space for three hours) on the day of your choosing; order your meats (or veggie burgers) and sides – no outside food is allowed, with the exception of dessert – and then show up the day of, grab your grub from the bar, and get to cooking!
You’re welcome to book as far out as you like. The most popular days are listed on the site, but if you don’t see the time you want, just email. All menu items are prepared in-house – think bratwurst, burgers and even “bacon brats,” which are all made with locally sourced, responsibly raised meats. Many of the veggie options come from the farmers’ market, and the sides include cookout favorites like slaw, baked beans and potato salad. You’re going to want to try those bacon brats though, according to one of the brewery’s owners, Nick Hawthorne-Johnson. “They are mouthwatering,” he says. “I’m also a big fan of the chicken sausage, which has wonderful pockets of cheese hiding inside it. Burgers are a must for a tailgate party, and our potato salad, house-made pickles and slaw are not to be missed. Maybe my favorite addition to any grill-out is corn on the cob … so simple and so great!”
Speaking of tailgating, Ponysaurus will offer packages specifically for such an event, including more menu items, Thursday through Monday. You can also order food to take with you if you have a cookout planned elsewhere. “We provide literally everything you need,” Nick says, “except the appetite!”
