Howard's

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  I read the other reviews and thought that this would be way better than what it actually was. I was rather disappointed. It's a gas station that serves beer. Cool, but not that amazing.

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  Posted on 06.08.13 Amanda N.

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  WoW man this place Rocks! This is my third time here and man.... I talked to the wonderful ladys at the Shiner brewery and asked them where was the first delivery and she said Howards. So off I went to Howards and it has been the number two spot to vist when in Shiner, Tx. Howards has Shiner on tap!!!! Ohh and Blue bell icecream !!! I LOVE this place!

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  Posted on 08.05.12 Anne M.

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  Howard's looks like a run of the mill gas station from the outside, but is everything but once you step inside. Besides the collection of hundreds of VHS movies for sale, Howard's offers fresh Shiner for only $1.75 per pint to passersby and a rustic environment, perfect for a quick beer.
  
  We arrived at Howard's after taking the brewery tour and we had a pint of the new Shiner Pale Ale, and I've never tasted Shiner so fresh -- even at the brewery tour. I recommend a trip to Howard's after you take the tour, and BBQ in Lockhart after you've downed a few brews on the Howard's back porch.

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  Posted on 02.28.12 Mitch H.

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  If you're planning a beer pilgrimage to Shiner then make sure Howard's is on your list.  Don't let the gas station appearance keep you away, inside you'll fine fresh Shiner on tap at a great price and the perfect beer garden out back to enjoy.
  
  Coming from Austin, my favorite itinerary is the early tour at Shiner, a stop at Howard's for a real size beer, a bathroom break at Buc-ee's and then Lockhart on the way home for the best BBQ in Texas.

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  Posted on 11.06.11 Ross H.

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  Alright, I have to admit that it's a bit strange Yelping about a gas station, but I guess this one ain't a bad one to talk about online.
  We were guided here by our tour guide at the Spoetzl Brewery. Nay, she INSISTED that we go to this gas station.
  They actually offered much of the same souvenirs that the Shiner Brewery offered, but a bit cheaper, and covered in dust.
  They have a simply GIGANTIC VHS movie selection. So if VHS is still your thing, this is your place.
  They offer beer to go. Need I say more? I'm not just talking about tall boys and long necks. They will pour you a giant mug of frosty Shiner Beer for the ride home. And it's cheap.
  It's not especially clean in here. The bathroom looks like it was last cleaned sometime long ago, and much of the merchandise is covered in dust or sun faded. Obviously, this isn't as popular as some destinations in Shiner, but any gas station that serves beer on tap to go, I can't argue with.

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  Posted on 05.22.11 Curt C.

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  I know, I am reviewing a gas station.  But Howard's is more than your average gas station.  After a couple hours down the road at the Shiner Brewing Company drinking free samples and you're still in the mood for some more, then you need to get in your car and drive to this magical gas station.  Just drive to THE light in Shiner and take a right.  As soon as you walk in you see it.  Taps!  They have every Shiner beer on tap, even seasonals and limited editions, and each one only costs $1.75!! They serve in plastic cups but it is a full pint of beer.  For only $1.75!!  I don't see how this is legal.  Once you have your drink walk back by the microwaves and out the rear exit and find yourself in a covered beer garden/patio to enjoy your drink while looking at all the vintage and rusting gas station and Shiner Brewery signs.
  
  To make this place even more amazing they have a nice selection of hand-dipped Blue Bell ice cream, movie rentals and bullets!  What else could you possibly need?
  
  Make sure to have a designated driver when you visit Shiner, TX.

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  Posted on 03.15.09 Michael A.

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