Wait...... New World... WHAT?!
New World Brewery is...... NOT...... a brewery.
That knocks it down to one-star, in my book. Â If I named a restaurant, "Jim's Burger Grille," and didn't grill any burgers (or maybe you could get a burger - but I order it in from McDonald's), would you feel duped?
The barkeep was friendly... the atmosphere was nicely set up like an outdoor hangout... and the other-people's brew selection was good...... so I'll at least give it two stars instead of one.
No idea about the food because we ate first...... you know...... thinking we were going to a BREWERY!
Advice?: Â Had we come to New World Pizza Pub, I think we would have had a much better time (and prepared accordingly by not eating and lighting up a couple cigars elsewhere). Â Drop the "brewery!" Â OR...... DO brew your own beer! Â Heck, even just one 10-gallon batch released every insert-slow-business-day-you-want-to-drive-in-a-Âcrowd-here until it's gone or something...
Perhaps I'll return, now knowing what to expect...... but this first visit, chock full of high expectations, was very disappointing.
Day/Time of Visit: weekday late night
Atmosphere: cool outdoor patio with outdoor area for bands
Went to see some bands - this place is cool! Super comfy outdoor patio - brick pavers, tables with umbrellas, and lush landscaping making it feel private. 'Door' guys were super friendly, no testosterone vibe at all. Way too many beer choices which just confuses me because I'm not a 'beerie' at all. Bartenders weren't super attentive - more interested in talking to each other than quickly acknowledging customers but not atypical for rock venues. They were friendly when they finally served you.
Will definitely come back when there are bands that I want to see (not so interested in the singer-songwriter stuff and that seems to be the type of music they book). And, I'm looking forward to trying some food - the rustic BBQ smell hovering over the patio was delightful!
I visited NWB in hopes that  I would stumble upon another awesome craft brewery in the area. They have craft beer down for sure, but all of it is from other breweries. I would suggest not calling themselves a brewery, but I digress.
I really, really liked the environment. The inside is very friendly feeling and offers free music from the jukebox. The bartenders seemed a bit standoffish at the beginning, but they warmed up and were actually really, really attentive and nice. Â The outside offers tables with shade provided by the trees above, a beautiful place to sit and people watch. :)
Along with a pretty good selection of craft beer, they also offer some food. Nothing really stood out for me but I was hungry and decided to try the pizza. I made my own (anchovies and black olives) and it was just "ok". I would probably eat elsewhere next time I'm in the area.
Added Bonus: If you're familiar with the rock band "Have Gun, Will Travel", this location sells "High Road Ale" which is brewed by the band's own company - Rock Band Brewery. m/
I had high expectations for this place after reading yelp reviews but it did not quite meet them unfortunately. They have a great, extensive beer menu as well as many great sounding pizza flavor pizza combinations. Unfortunately I think our pizza was a bit overcooked because it was just way too crispy. The wood smoked chicken on the pizza had a really great flavor, but It was almost like eating chicken on a cracker. Love the outdoor patio though!
Review Source:My wife and I have been coming here for years, and I do not see this trend changing. There are many places to go to down in Ybor, but this establishment is laid back and has something for everyone. The service is awesome and a decent list of quality brews is always available. My wife really likes the pizza, and we usually order it even though I am not a fan of thin crust. We will be coming back for years to come.
Review Source:New World Brewery was our choice for lunch today as this place is located on the western edge of Ybor City along 8th Avenue in between 13th and 14th Streets. NWB sits about catty-corner from the Ybor City parking garage, and it's right along the trolley line, so it's quite easy to get there.
There's a spacious area inside the building, and a terrific covered patio outside which affords plenty of places to sit an relax while enjoying a beer and listening to the live music. Since we were there for lunch, the atmosphere was much more subdued and so we sat outside to enjoy a nice Florida afternoon.
Inside the bar / restaurant it's dark & rustic with lots of hand-hewn planks on the walls and floor. Decorations are simple, and display a lot of household antiques. NWB has a fantastic selection of craft beers on tap and in bottles in their cooler. You're bound to see some brews that are new to you, and the staff would be more than happy to make a suggestion or two.
The outdoor patio is definitely where it's at, both during the day and later in the evening. The patio is bricked with lots of exposed wood, giving the place lots of relaxed charm.
For those who make it to the New World Brewery during the day, you'll find a BBQ Buffet from 11 - 3pm with a selection of smoked meats and sides such as BBQ beans, mac & cheese, and salad all for $6.50 a pound. Today was smoked chicken, with ribs and brisket, plus the sides. A plate of food plus an iced tea (Sorry, I was working!) was just over $10.
NWB is a great place to relax after work and enjoy a beer, or stop by later in the evening to listen to their live bands.
My guy was eager to take me to the historic town of Ybor City. We absolutely love beer tasting, so this place was our first stop.
We sat at the bar and checked out everything on tap and in the fridge. I was impressed with the selection of beer. The bartender was knowledgable about the beer and let us try whatever we wanted. I chose the Abita Purple Haze because I really love that beer on draft.
We ordered the Neptune Pizza. I have to say I didn't expect it to be that good, it was late and pizza sounded like good pub fare. The pizza was excellent.
For my second pint, I had a Cider that was so crisp and refreshing. Perfect with my pizza and my handsome date. ;)
The New World Brewery is a must for beer lovers, you never know what you might find. Cheers!
I loved the concept of this place but the band was so LOUD that it was hard to enjoy the atmosphere. Â Inside, is a nice little bar and some games to choose from. Â The bartenders were super nice and really seemed to like their jobs. Â Outside, there are picnic tables and such to sit and watch the band. Â They really need to turn down the speakers a couple of notches though so you can carry on a conversation.
Review Source:I love this place. Its really a comfortable place to go have a beer and just kick back. They have both in and outdoor seating. I've had the pizza which is really good and I've also had the BBQ lunch buffet that they have on Fridays. Lots of different BBQ to choose from as well as sides. They weigh it and you pay by the pound. It's cheap and good. In addition to the food and beer, New World gets some good bands every now and then. this is a great place.
Review Source:A few of my coworkers and I go to this location time to time for a quick drink after work. Â The staff is extremely nice and remembers your name. Â I love how they go above and beyond to ensure great service. Â The best part about interacting with the staff is that all of their interactions are genuine and not forced.
New World only serves beer and wine. Â They do not serve liquor. Â This was concerning at first as an avid whisk(e)y consumer, but the amazing atmosphere quickly makes up for the lack of liquor.
When I first discovered New World a few years ago, they had a DJ that came on certain nights that played reinterpreted funk/soul tracks. Â As a music lover, I felt like I was in heaven. Â I got the opportunity to be introduced to so many new artists that I ordinarily would not have known about.
This place is legit. Â The staff is legit. Â The prices are legit. Â The beer are legit.
A great place to just hang out with a few friends and unwind about worldly stressors. Â
Oh, and did I mention the Pizza is amazing? Â You won't be disappointed that you came.
B. Major Grade: Â A+
Great place on the edge of Ybor. Â Outstanding beer selection in bottles, as well as some pretty uncommon stuff to find on draft (I'm looking at you, St. Louis Framboise). Â Staff was friendly and quick, the food we tried was good, and the biggest globe collection I've ever seen, which for some reason just felt right to me. Â It's a large funky indoor space with a large enclosed outdoor beirgarten. Â They don't brew their own anymore, but that's fine; Tampa (and even just Ybor City) has enough places brewing pedestrian examples of the standard categories; I'm perfectly OK with NWB letting the best breweries around the world do their thing and making it available to me.
Review Source:Beer Beer Beer... also tons of hipsters, board games, and a couple arcade games. The tenders are very welcoming so don't feel intimidated by the crowd. Â This old cash only joint has finally joined the 21st century and now accepts cards which is good news for everyone. Plenty of seating inside in both tables and along their very long bar, but the patio is where its at. It offers both a covered area and one that wont protect you from the elements. They also have a fountain, which is very charming but I am not sure if it is workable. Â In the patio there is also a stage, so be sure to check out if there are any bands or comics for the night before getting to the door and being surprised with a cover charge.
They also recently started offering food.Smoked bbq Wednesdays offers a $5 plate of chicken, specialty baked beans and garlic bread. on other days they have a delicious variety of pizzas and tapas including their "johnny" bread, hummus, and goat cheese.
Definitely one of my favorites in Ybor. Check it out.
As I recall, this used to be a working craft brewery with fresh draft available.  The food was fine but the draw was their own beer.  Now they seem to have a wide selection, but that is no unique in Tampa any more....nor is good pizza.  So this would not be my first choice for dining  or drinking in Ybor, but would not pitch a fit if someone else invited me.
Review Source:Didn't have beer, but pizza is delicious. I seriously crave this stuff. Â Never done that with pizza. Lunabella with ham is good. They also have black bean pizzas. Only down side for me is that they burn wood every now and then and the smoke seems to kill me. Other than that, I'm a fan. Dog-friendly too!
Review Source:NWB is a great bar for Tampa. The combination of an inside bar, with an outside porch and a tree-covered patio makes for a near perfect layout.
Sara was a great bartender, and server. Â A group of 4 of us rode up on sweet bikes and parked them by the smoker. We told tall tales and drank craft beer and ate a 'Mars' pizza. For pizza coming out of a bar, it made for a very good snack. I wouldn't quite compare it to your favorite pizza place on earth, but still... It was a great start to a day of biking and drinking.
I'd like to return at night and see live music some month in the future.
I am so bummed that I've just learned about this place! It's a little off the main strip, but it's completely worth it. Great vibe with a beautiful courtyard area. I went to a wedding here and it was beautiful in a very fun, down to earth way.
The food is delicious and they have a great beer selection. I suggest the BBQ pork and the Mac and cheese. Yum! Â I'm not really sure why it's called a brewery since they don't brew. However, their beer selection really is superb and I can be a bit of a beer snob.
I dig the ambiance for sure, great space inside and out. Huge porch, too bad it was raining the night we went or I would have enjoyed a drink out there.
We sat at the bar and at first I was put off by our bartender, real rough around the edges, however, the other bartender (appeared to be the owner?) also helped us out and he was a doll! And as soon as we all started chatting, the other bartender warmed up a tad bit.
Went for a cider and a pizza. Only a few ciders to choose from but at least it was an option! The pizza, which is their highlighted item, wasn't all that impressive. It was very thin crust and somewhat dry. Overall though, had a good time and really liked the vibe.
This was my first drinking establisment that I went to on my recent trip to Tampa. They had a solid selection of beers and the service was great. I really like the Cigar City IPA. It lived up to the hype. This was overall, my favorite bar in Tampa. If I lived in the area, I would come here often.
Review Source:Why 4 stars? Â Because it's one of the better bars in Tampa.
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An enormous beer selection, good food and good live music. Â I don't know what else you could possibly ask for in a bar? Â
This is a prime example of place that after another visit or two could easily be upgraded to 5 stars. Â 5 stars are the fragile goose of life - if you have too many of them, you've have a lot of goose poop in your yard.
In my new found beer snobness, New World Brewery's vast selection has earned the keys to my Yelp heart.
A laid back dive bar tucked away from the riff raff in ybor city. LOTS OF GOOD BEER! Nice draft selection and hilarious staff - they even changed the tv for me so I could watch the OSU-Michigan basketball game. There we some interesting characters wandering in and out- probably in part from the Gasparilla parade that night. They have a small menu for food - mostly bar food, the black bean pizza was pretty good. Will definitely come back next time we are Tampa :)
Review Source:Half outdoor garden, half indoor pub the New World Brewery is great Ybor City location for good food, a great beer selection and great live music.
Well known for hosting fundraisers and other party and live music events the place has finally taken a great step in the last year or so to accept credit cards which was had been an inconvenience.
The crowd is always friendly and the staff is timely even when it's really busy. The outside patio is rustic but comfortable and the interior is well suited for sitting at the bar or at tables with a group.
I have been coming to this place ever since it was legal for me to drink. And then I moved...away...several times...and now there's Yelp to finally be able to write a decent review about this place. I love coming here on Saturday nights to listen to some great local bands, eat great pizza (dark side of the moon is the best if you like black beans, onions and lots of banana peppers) and drink some great off the wall beers.
The atmosphere at this place is so laid back and relaxed. Everyone gets along with each other even though you might not know them. The bar tenders are super friendly and fast at getting you what you want. On Wednesday's they do a BBQ that starts at 5:00, for really GOOD down home smoking of the meats.
New World is a great place to hang out with your friends and maybe even walk away with new ones.
This is the kind of place I prefer to go to during the day on a Sunday or on a weeknight. Dog-friendly and ample outdoor seating. Throw in a good beer selection and some yummy pizza, and it's an all-around good hangout. Sometimes my dog eats so much mulch here that she poops a tree the next day. It's fascinating.
Friday and Saturday nights? Meh. I'm sorry, but my ears could do without the soul-crushing sounds of local indie rock. It's LOUD here and I'm old and tired and I can't yell over the music. If you're into that, by all means, destroy your eardrums, you crazy kids.
They now serve lunch and this is what I and a friend experienced.
Chris the friendly bartender greeted us upon entering and told us quickly how lunch goes, gave us the vast beer menu, offered us water then left us a moment to make our decision and help another customer.
A couple of things I already know of this place:
1.) great beer selection, good prices.
2.)pizza has a light crisp crust and interesting toppings.
3.)BBQ sunday is a nice change for Ybor
I'm not a fan of buffet style however being that we were short on time and have not had lunch, decided , why not.
The selection ranged from smoked chicken, sausage to cold salads and even goulash. The smoked chicken enchiladas was a beautiful lite and airy dish with a lot of flavors going on with a thin layer of sharp cheddar cheese melted on top, delish.
A fan of coleslaw I had to try their version. Not made of the typical ingredients of mayo and vinegar, This had a blend of cabbage, carrots cilantro, simple syrup,vinegar, this is good stuff, really!
My favorite offering had to be the pork shoulder. Shaved, smokey,tender swimming in its natural juices, paired with one of its sauces offered, it was nothing short of heaven. I chose the kansas city sauce.
The rice and beans had smoked chicken diced into it. Moist and filling, a close second.
must note the curry potatoes, different but good.
I chose the Launqanita  IPA which was very clean tasting, The music was set to a pandora station I think which was great, and My lunch btw was $3.20 besides the beer. So even if you think the beer prices are  high, you will make up for it in the food prices. Great place
Check it out.
Maybe it's the person I was with, or the fact that I heard about this place from several people that I expected more....but I wasn't crazy about it. Â The beer prices weren't all that great, and that's saying a lot seeing as how I'm from Chicago. Â
I can see the appeal of it, and like I said, I think it's because of the person I came with (who actually really likes the place)....but he was in a cranky mood which kind of put a damper on me drinking. Â
The plus was definitely the beer selection....would have gone back but the same person didn't want to go because a band was playing. Â I'm sure I'll be back in Tampa eventually and hopefully with better company because I could see myself enjoying this place a lot more with good friends.
New World Brewery has an old school feel to it, smokey air with a dark wood interior and dimly lit. Â At this bar food is only here to keep you drinking beer, but with their large selection you're happy you stuck around. Â Atmosphere is relaxed and low key, definitely a local hang out.
I swung by on their BBQ night when they smoke chicken and ribs all day long in preparation. Â For just 5 bucks you get chicken and some sides or for 3 dollars more you get ribs along with it. Â With prices that good how could I say no? Â All I have to say is that this night has become a weekly tradition for several months now. Â
If you want to kick back, enjoy a smoke and hang out with your buddies this is a solid joint to hit.
This is the best bar in Ybor. It is beer & wine only, but they have one of most extensive independent beer selection on tap and special bottled imports. The free music box is awesome and they have the best indie music scene in Tampa. Even My Morning Jacket played here before they hit it big.
The pizza is great too. They also started offering BBQ on Wednesdays and the food is smoked there on site.
It is true, you will definitely find some hipsters here, but this place is jam friendly as well. The staff is awesome and they take care of their regulars. This truly the only local/regular bar in Ybor and I hope it stays that way.
While most in Tampa seem to think that New World is some sort of mecca to beerdom I hardily disagree. For some reason I have been going here for years and I think I am finally going to stop. The staff is generally rude, their sound guy for shows is terrible and incompetent and their beer is over priced.
They've had Oktoberfest on tap for months now as I write this it's April WTF.
They do have a decent pizza but that being there only saving grace isn't enough to keep me coming back. Oh yeah and they have one of the best jukeboxes in Tampa and it's free...
Go here if you want a beer that is 30% more than it would be down the street at Tampa Bay Brewing Company or any other place in Ybor really and you'll also get to enjoy the favoritism of the pretentious staff when the hipster next to you at the bar gets a pint for $2 less than you just because they're "cool."
EDIT FOUR YEARS LATER:
I'm not going to delete what I wrote before when I was a precocious little hipster but I will add on. New World is a great place and Tampa is lucky to have it. The sound guy might be a dick and the bartenders might play favorites sometimes but who cares. They have great pints, good pizza and host some of the best bands in the ares. I'm upgrading it to a four star from my original two star.
Every time we visit Tampa we head here for a great vibe and the awesome, Belgium and micro-beer selection. Their bottle beer selection is like a mini store-front filled with variety from all over the world. It is fun to read the labels on which beer to try.
I love the patio seating, out under the trees. It is a chill vibe if your early then later it builds up for indie-rock or dj.. as the street crawl of Ybor goes into it's full swing.
It's a great place to get together with friends and enjoy quality beer and tasty lil pizza. We enjoyed the "Ground Control" Pizza.
Cheers.
I love this place. Great music (on the indie/alt-country/folk side), great flatbread pizzas and a good beer selection, with some nice ales on tap and a health selection of Belgian Abbey ales in the cooler.
Outdoor /indoor seating make the atmosphere very comfortable and welcoming and the jukebox is free. Did I mention that the jukebox is free? All rounded out by a pair of foosball tables and I could spend my life there if I didn't have a job.
Every bartender is super friendly. I have watched all of them pour 'sample' drinks to help patrons decide on what will be their drink of choice for the night. I always get something on tap and they pour it correctly.
I always end up at New World when there isn't a cover so I don't exactly know what is normal. There is ample outdoor seating-- perfect for group drinking.
Drinks are pretty cheap for Ybor-- $5 cider on tap in a huge glass. That is another thing-- they use actual glass rather then plastic cups so it is classier. Most def a good 'date' spot for impressing the ladies I'll pay an extra dollar for my cider to be in a glass. They have a huge selection of domestics and imports on tap and in the fridge. Stella, Delirium, Blackthorn among others on tap last I checked.
New World is where I like to go when I want a beer adventure and I'm too tired to get in my car and cross the bridge to The Independent in St. Pete (I'm not going to argue the merits of one bar over the other, because I think they're both just peachy, thank you very much).
The entrance and patio to New World has to be one of the most magical places in Tampa for me, save the wall across from the University of Tampa where all the crews have painted graffiti. I digress. The entrance immediately welcomes you into a garden of greenery, brick, and the musical sound of conversation or, well, music. I seriously think the plants filter out some of the cigarette smoke. That or the mythical elves that live behind the building.
The interior bar is a kitchy hangout, with a hardwood bar and oddball decorations to capture your senses. The line up of beers is more than decent, with a few surprises here and there to try.
Unlike many hipster hangouts, breaking through the red tape is pretty easy - the bartenders are seriously friendly and very earnest, the patrons will usually share a theory or two with you, and the jukebox is totally free and packed with lots of indie rock that you might know so you can make the scene your own right off the bat. Don't be a jerk and you'll fit right in.
I'm a fan of the nights where there isn't a live band, but those nights can be great as well; just be prepared to pay admission and go with the flow.
My only wish is that they'd mix up the CDs in the jukebox more often. Otherwise, I find quite a few zen beer moments at the fairly priced, rather friendly New World Brewery.
New World is where the cool people that live in Tampa go to lament the fact that they are cool people living in Tampa. I'm pretty sure I don't know what the inside of this place looks like because it's usually too smoky and I'm too drunk to make out any sort of detail. They have a lot of beer, and they give you a glass with the beer's name on it when you order one. That's adorable. Conveniently located right next to the Orpheum for the hipster on the go.
I saw a Scrog reunion show here on Christmas day. Seeing old dudes losing their shit to what they listened to in high school is normally really, really sad, but this was awesome.
Easily the best spot in town to have a tasty beverage, a quiet conversation, and relax in palm-shaded courtyard. They have a great beer selection at fair prices.
Most times I've been, there's a DJ or a soloist performing. Some nights there's a live band and if you're lucky it's Nutrajet, only then you won't be relaxing, you'll be dancing and/or defending yourself.
In any case, there are video games and generally friendly people who might stare at you at first, but eventually get distracted by someone else they don't recognize.
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