Druthers Brewing Company, located at 221 Harborside Dr, Schenectady, NY, stands out as a premier destination for food and craft beer enthusiasts. Customers rave about the generous portions and exceptional service, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you opt for their rich Beer Cheese Dip served with Bavarian-style pretzels or the indulgent Big M*C Mac Balls, each dish showcases a thoughtful blend of flavors that leaves diners in bliss. The menu boasts hearty options, including the delicious Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich and the creamy Chicken Pot Pie, which strikes a perfect balance between comfort and craft. Druthers is particularly well-known for their boozy milkshakes, a delightful treat that complements their seasonal beers. Reviewers appreciate the cleanliness of the venue and the professionalism of the staff, which enhances the overall dining experience. Notably, diners like Michael Kimball highlight the inviting décor that creates an enjoyable ambiance, making it perfect for casual lunches or lively evenings. With ample parking and a prime location, Druthers Brewing Company isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a culinary experience that promises delicious meals and memorable moments. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this brewery is definitely worth a visit.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free multi-storey car park
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Photos
Reviews For Druthers Brewing Company
Michael Kimball
May 24,2025
Everything from this establishment I have consumed was heavenly bliss. Be prepared for leftovers because the portions are very generous. Staff was friendly and professional. Restaurant was clean and well themed. Food and beer is similar to the other two locations, but the atmosphere here is much better. Couldn't use the patio because it was raining, but it looks great!
Emily S
May 14,2025
Quiet lunch today, not very busy. Food and drinks were all delicious. My tea cocktail was very balanced and not sweet, which is appreciated. The server was helpful with questions and everything came out perfectly. Mediterranean salad with salmon was amazing. Always a good meal here.
Lucas ルーカス
Apr 30,2025
Druthers is an exceptional local brewery chain, serving up delicious food and a wide variety of drinks. I had the fried chicken sandwich, which was one of the best I've ever had. Along with the Big Mac Mac Balls, my meal was very good. My waitress, Ashley, provided great service as well. But you can't forget about their milkshakes, which of course are just as good as the food. This specific location is located conveniently in a plaza with plenty of parking. If you're looking for a delicious meal or a drink, Druthers is the place to come!
Ben Crandall
Apr 26,2025
Great venue in a great area. Very upscale area. Nice clean and modern restaurant. Easy parking street side or a lot across the street. Southern Fried Chicken sandwich was great! Would most definitely get it again.
Sabrina Thomas
Apr 12,2025
This place has some delicious drinks and food!! The boozey milkshakes were my favorite!! Great selection of seasonal beers as well. Food was so good and came out quickly. Very friendly servers. If I’m ever visiting from Jersey again, I’ll definitely return here.
Paula Mitchell
Apr 1,2025
Wings were ok, they were out of smoked wings although they are still on the menu. Recommend the lobster Mac Balls. Flights are available for draft beers but not listed on menu! Ask server! We didn’t know until another table had one delivered. Outside seating is nice and family friendly.
Maria Pellini
Mar 16,2025
We came here to enjoy their food and to try some local beers. Great selections of beers, but surprisingly no porters or stouts to choose from. And there were great options of food to choose from. Parking was easy. There was a free parking garage across the street from this brewery with only a short walk. The atmosphere was relaxing. They have a large open garage style doors that were open from the inside to the outside that allowed a breeze to blow through the restaurant. You had a choice to sit inside or outside. They had some Adirondack chairs around a fire pit that we sat in after we ate and we had an outside view to enjoy. Overall a great experience. We ordered their burger, and it was served as ordered and tasted great. And we shared appetizers that were all good. Great friendly service. And if you like any of their beers you are able to take home some of their various selections of 4 pack cans.
LaLa120
Feb 10,2025
Stopped in for a quick bite. The location was a little difficult to find once we parked (Parking was decent). Our bartender Leeana was very nice and attentive. She informed us of portion sizes and that we can do half sizes on the sides..which I'm glad she did. I order a half size of Mac and cheese...Thank God..the portion was more than I expected and the mussels...so good! Hubby ordered the chicken sandwich, which he enjoyed. Her recommendation on beers based on what hubby and I regularly drink, was spot on! The ambiance was very nice, bathrooms clean. Will definitely come back.
Reviews For Druthers Brewing Company