The Brewer's Kettle Wilmington

I had called before coming and I was told dogs were allowed leashed and restrained. Me and my best friend came for music bingo, me with my dog and her with her service dog in training. A customer was letting his French bulldog run around off leash and my best friend was telling him MULTIPLE times to grab his dog because she had a service dog in training and the French bulldog kept trying to crowd him. I was also on edge because although my dog is people and dog neutral, he gets extremely nervous when a dog crowds him. Anyways, the man basically ignored my friend and the dog continued to go near her service dog in training so my best friend stuck her leg out to try to block the French bulldog from getting to her dog. Shortly after, this grown man starts screaming and cursing at her at the top of his lungs accusing her of kicking his dog. My friend tries to stand up for herself but he continues being crazy until a customer (I think tried to settle it and then the man turned his attention to him and started screaming at him and getting all in his face. The bartender, Katie, started telling him to get out (good for her! and the man proceeded to throw his card at her to pay before being escorted out. This man was CRAZY but I applaud people for standing up to him including the bartender and for standing up for my best friend with her service dog in training. We’re also thankful to the man with the sunglasses around the back of his neck who immediately stood up to the man, didn’t back down even when the guy was nose to nose screaming at him, and then escorted him out before things escalated further. Everyone in there was super sweet otherwise and even came to check on my friend after the fact. I did overhear that the man goes there often with his unleashed dog so due to this reason, I don’t think we’ll be returning unless the leash rule is completely enforced but everything else was fine! Our dogs enjoyed the atmosphere otherwise. I do want to make it clear that we don’t blame the establishment at all and that this guy was just extremely entitled and rude.

My favorite local bar.. the staff are incredibly helpful and provide great recommendations on beer and wine. They are friendly and do a great job managing high traffic hours. I love that they carry such a variety of beers and wine for purchase so I can try something new or get my favorites! Great atmosphere and super dog and kid friendly!

We love the kettle! The owners/staff always treat us well when we stop in. Drinks and service are top notch!

Service goes down the crapper when the owner isn't around. Young, blonde girl tending the bar tonight fussing and complaining about her friends and how the owners should pay her more for organizing recipes. Literally. Unprofessional service overall.

Stopped by to grab a few beers to go. Place is spot on with atmosphere. Dog friendly. Full bar not just a bottle shop. Perfect space to hang out and chill.