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Where to Find the Best Burgers in Marin County
Beyond the popular juicy burgers, the Mission Fried Chicken has an ardent following. Like the original in San Francisco, Christian Albertson's restaurant in the shopping center kitty-corner from the Terra Linda Pool serves quaffable beers (like Pliny the Elder on tap), pub grub, and plenty of veg-forward offerings.
Where to Get Marin's Best Brews
Like the original in San Francisco, Christian Albertson's restaurant in the shopping center kitty-corner from the Terra Linda Pool serves quaffable beers (like Pliny the Elder on tap), burgers, and pub grub to match the suds. The Mission Fried Chicken has an ardent following but there are plenty of veg-forward offerings, too. The mochi pancakes at brunch are not to be missed - try them with an Ettaler Heller Bock from Bayern, Germany.
This S.F. pub helped lead the craft beer boom. Here's why it's closing after 16 years
A pioneering beer destination is closing its doors in the Mission District after 16 years, with plans to reopen in Oakland, citing the changing demographics of San Francisco as a key reason for the move.
Reflections on a 16 Year Run on 16th Street
Originally opened in December 2007, The Monk's Kettle has seen enormous changes in the Mission neighborhood, the craft beer scene, the restaurant industry, and the general business environment in SF. We outlasted four-plus presidential terms, the Great Recession, its recovery, the (third?) wave of the internet boom,a pandemic, and have been managing as well as we can during whatever time period you would call this.
The Monk's Ketle SF is Moving to Rockridge, Oakland
After sixteen and a half years, the era of The Monk's Kettle San Francisco is coming to an end. The business will be moving its original location from 16th Street in the Mission to 5484 College Ave, in the neighborhood of Rockridge, Oakland. We will be taking over the space that formerly held Citron, next to A Cote, two blocks south of the Rockridge BART station. The 16th St location will remain open through early summer, with the opening in Rockridge planned for this fall.
One House Bakery, Burma 2, The Monk's Kettle
In Benicia, One House Bakery wins over customers with buttery baked goods, from sweet pastries to savory meat pies. In Walnut Creek, Burma 2 dishes up authentic Burmese cuisine, offering traditional favorites alongside Burmese-inspired cocktails. Nestled in a quiet San Rafael neighborhood, The Monk's Kettle brings big, juicy burgers, beers and brewpub fare to a lively, family-friendly space.
Mission hit Monk's Kettle brings its epic European beer selection and family-friendly vibes to Marin
The new San Rafael spot of San Francisco's craft-beer destination Monk's Kettle didn't open until Saturday, but it already looks to be one of Marin County's most popular restaurants.
Terra Linda's New Tavern and 7 Outdoor Beer Gardens to Try Right Now
When Christian Albertson moved to San Francisco in 2003 to be with a girl - now his wife - he met at his Boston college, the former brewpub manager soon realized that nobody in the Bay Area was really doing a true, quality beer bar. He mentioned to his friend Nat Cutler that he was thinking of opening his own beer bar and Cutler said, I've always wanted to do that. So in December 2007 the two - Cutler handling finance and Albertson managing beer and food - opened The Monk's Kettle in the Mission District, offering hard-to-find premier Belgian and French beers and much more. It was an instant success.
How SF beer bar Monk's Kettle avoided bankruptcy just in time with a PPP loan
Like many others in San Francisco, Monk's Kettle owners Nat Cutler and Christian Albertson applied for the PPP loan along with the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) as they tried all avenues to keep their business afloat.
Old beer tradition and new beer culture at 10-year-old Monk's Kettle
Flip open the slender leather-bound volume on the bar at Monk's Kettle and you're liable to find yourself awash in beers - but if you're like me and you haven't been swept up by the IPA craze and aren't sure what a Trappist is, never fear.
The Best Beer Bar in Every State
When Monk's Kettle started peddling upscale New American cuisine and fancy craft beer out of a former burger joint in San Francisco's Mission District, it was way, way ahead of the bougie, tech-driven curve. It was 2007, and the neighborhood had been dominated by dive bars and late-night taquerias for decades.
Drink Here Now: Beer for Brunch and a Boozy Cocktail Salad
Move over, mimosas! There's a new breakfast drink in town. Monk's Kettle launched brunch service last weekend, and their dutch baby pancake pairs perfectly with a fruity triple ale, such as the Guldenberg from De Ranke or the Aphrodite stout from Dieu de Ciel. The new brunch menu is available every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm.
What to eat with your Bay Area craft brew
The chicken strips are juicy and crusty in all the right ways, but there's something else going on in my mouth. A hit of sugar, white pepper and cumin, then the numbness that comes with Szechuan peppercorns. The sensation is subtle, though a ramekin of ranch dressing is on the side for quick extinguishing.
Nine things you should know about sour beers
hen Christian Albertson opened Monk's Kettle eight years ago, he was afraid of putting sour beers on the menu because he wasn't sure they'd sell fast enough. Nowadays, he has typically has about two to five different sours on-tap, and will be hosting his first Midsummer Sour Fest this Saturday, July 25th, starting at noon.
141 Patios in SF, Sorted by Neighborhood
New sidewalk seating (four-tops, all with heaters above them) that almost doubles the capacity and provides the perfect venue for taking in 16th Street crowds with a craft beer.
Which Are The Best Beers to Drink This Summer?
Summer is officially here and tis the season for backyard beer-fueled barbecues. Wether your planning a formal fete for the 4th of July or an impromptu party simply because it's Saturday, one thing is certain: your ice chest should be stocked with the best beer around.
The 33 Best Beer Bars in the Country
Back in the '80s, owner Tom Peters had to convince people to spend $8 on a bottle of Chimay -- nowadays, Monk's has little trouble finding people who want to drink from their 300+ bottles, mostly from Belgium.
Pull Me a Cold One: The Birth of the Modern Beer Bar
Poor beer. No matter how many people say how special you are-Obama, Homer Simpson, the homebrew guy with the beard at your local pub-mention beer bar today and you can't help but think of those cheesy '90s brewpubs that popped up with the frequency of strip malls. They had the right spirit, just the wrong execution.