HOGHOUSE BREWING COMPANY

BEST FOR Beer and BBQ. FOOD The focus here is authentic barbecue. Start off your meal with the crispy pig’s tails, coated in a maple glaze. The ‘low and slow’ style of cooking means you can look forward to tender cuts of meat such as sticky pork ribs, which are quite exceptional, as well as a decent offering of fried chicken. If you’re veggie, great options are the baked aubergine topped with a zingy tomato sauce and mozzarella, as well as the coal-roasted cos lettuce tossed in a punchy citrus dressing. Keep space for dessert, the famous pasteis de nata in particular. DRINKS The Hoghouse Brewery is a major drawcard – they serve a range of craft beers from a delicious pilsner to a dark porter. The local wine list is neatly curated. SERVICE The staff here are knowledgeable and welcoming. AMBIENCE You’re eating barbecue in a brewery – it’s good fun in a warm space. (JS)