Town Crier Half Way Beer House

What is Town Crier Half Way Beer House? Anchored on John Street in Wellington Place, this two-level European tavern channels traditional Munich beer halls and Brussels pub culture with dark wood paneling, classic leatherette chairs, and a sprawling curbside patio. The layout splits between intimate bar seating, tight wooden dining tables, and upper-level perches designed for lively group gatherings.

Town Crier Half Way Beer House Menu & What to Order The kitchen specializes in substantial Bavarian and Belgian comfort food, led by roasted Schweinshaxe (crisp pork knuckle) and golden schnitzels served classic Wiener-style, stuffed as Cordon Bleu, or battered from halloumi for vegetarians. Steaming bowls of Trappist mussels and currywurst alongside German potato pancakes make ideal tavern fare to accompany the mammoth draft board. With over 50 international taps rotating German pilsners, heavy Belgian tripels, Czech lagers, and fruit lambics, there is always an exact pour to cut through the rich fare.

Know Before You Go Walk-ins are welcomed, particularly for groups under six, but expect weekend dinner and pre-theatre rush hours to require reservations requested through their site. The full kitchen stays open until 1:00 a.m. nightly, offering one of the most reliable late-night dining options in the district. Street parking is virtually nonexistent along John Street, so rely on the King or Queen streetcars and arrive on foot.