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Silver Branch Lagerhaus & Biergarten is located in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring right next to the Silver Spring red line metro station. Silver Branch was founded by Christian Layke and Brett Robison. Silver Branch offers a large biergarten, a full menu featuring sandwiches, tacos, and other brewery snacks along with a full bar. Family friendly, Silver Branch is the go-to hangout location in Downtown Silver Spring.
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Address: 8401 Colesville Rd #150, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: (301) 288-1112
Website: https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/lagerhaus-biergarten/
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Jeffrey Stephen Parker
Brewery: Silver Branch Brewing Company
City: Silver Springs MD
Why would I come back: f you find yourself in Downtown Silver Spring and get thirsty there is one place you need to visit: Silver Branch Brewing Company.
Silver Branch has become a cornerstone of the Maryland craft beer scene. The original Lagerhaus & Biergarten in Silver Spring (just stumbling distance from the Metro) has a huge outdoor (it was a little chilly for outside when I visited, and welcoming warm space inside. Large community tables and smaller more intimate seating is built for connection. There were people playing board games when I visited.
They aren’t just local favorites; they’re world-class. Their flagship Glass Castle Czech-Style Pilsner recently took home a Gold Medal at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival.
Brewed on premise: Yes
Number of house beer taps: 12
Guest Beer: No
Bar seating: 8
Table seating: Yes
Patio: No
Beer garden: Yes!
Food: Yes
Food Trucks: No
Dogs Allowed: No
Televisions: 4
Beer to go: Yes
Liquor: Yes
Wine: Yes
Tony: Yes
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… moreCity: Silver Springs MD
Why would I come back: f you find yourself in Downtown Silver Spring and get thirsty there is one place you need to visit: Silver Branch Brewing Company.
Silver Branch has become a cornerstone of the Maryland craft beer scene. The original Lagerhaus & Biergarten in Silver Spring (just stumbling distance from the Metro) has a huge outdoor (it was a little chilly for outside when I visited, and welcoming warm space inside. Large community tables and smaller more intimate seating is built for connection. There were people playing board games when I visited.
They aren’t just local favorites; they’re world-class. Their flagship Glass Castle Czech-Style Pilsner recently took home a Gold Medal at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival.
Brewed on premise: Yes
Number of house beer taps: 12
Guest Beer: No
Bar seating: 8
Table seating: Yes
Patio: No
Beer garden: Yes!
Food: Yes
Food Trucks: No
Dogs Allowed: No
Televisions: 4
Beer to go: Yes
Liquor: Yes
Wine: Yes
Tony: Yes
@brewersassoc
@homebrewassoc
@touchdownbrewery
#ParkerPose
#BeerLife
#BeerLove
.
J. M. T.
Decent beer and food, good service, overpriced.
The beers are good. I had a kölsch that was just right for a warm summer night, cold, not too sweet, and with the slightest edge. Worthy of its namesake style on the Rhine.
Atmosphere was pleasant in the outdoor passageway above the rail station. Loud trains pass by, but this adds to the ambience for me.
Service was good. You order off a QR but everything was efficient, attentive, and welcoming but not cloying.
Two beers and a bretzel cost over twenty five bucks here including tip. This deterred me from buying more beer or making a larger purchase to take away, full stop.
Psychology being what it is, I probably would have spent more overall if the prices were slightly lower.
… moreThe beers are good. I had a kölsch that was just right for a warm summer night, cold, not too sweet, and with the slightest edge. Worthy of its namesake style on the Rhine.
Atmosphere was pleasant in the outdoor passageway above the rail station. Loud trains pass by, but this adds to the ambience for me.
Service was good. You order off a QR but everything was efficient, attentive, and welcoming but not cloying.
Two beers and a bretzel cost over twenty five bucks here including tip. This deterred me from buying more beer or making a larger purchase to take away, full stop.
Psychology being what it is, I probably would have spent more overall if the prices were slightly lower.
Naheed Oberfeld
I recently visited Silver Branch Lagerhaus & Biergarten for a networking event and had a great experience. The space was perfect for gathering, with plenty of room to connect and move around comfortably. Parking was easy, which made arriving stress free.
The pizzas were amazing and definitely a highlight of the event. The staff was attentive, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the event. I would absolutely recommend this venue for both casual outings and professional gatherings.
… moreThe pizzas were amazing and definitely a highlight of the event. The staff was attentive, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the event. I would absolutely recommend this venue for both casual outings and professional gatherings.
Jiro
This place is a local brewery in a sort of pseudo-German beer hall setting, that also has outside tables for nice days. QR codes are at the tables for ordering, and the food is your standard brewery fare (salads, wings, sandwiches, etc). The wings were pretty good, and both my partner and I ordered chicken Caesar salads which were fine, nothing great, but good enough. The QR code ordering method works well for ordering in terms of efficiency, but when they omitted anchovies from our salads I had to go hunt a staff member down to correct it. Other than that though it’s a good place to go for some bar food or meet with friends after work etc. We will probably be back,
… moreThomas Ayres
Lovely Oktoberfest and their Glass Castle on Lukr pour was outstanding. Overall enjoyed my experience, though I had an issue with patrons telling me “we reserved these seats” and after the interaction another patron said he had the other seat. Literally no one is there, there are open tables. The person who interacted with me should have been kicked out, but I left and the kid and his girl sat down. Not really uplifting and made me highly uncomfortable.
… moreShaquille Telford
I had a chance to eat at, and have an event catered by Silver Branch. Both experiences were fantastic. When I ate there, the atmosphere was good, the food came out quickly, and was tasty.
When I had them cater an event, Christian personally delivered the pizzas, made set up easy, and everyone there enjoyed the food! Definitely recommend Silver Branch!
… moreWhen I had them cater an event, Christian personally delivered the pizzas, made set up easy, and everyone there enjoyed the food! Definitely recommend Silver Branch!
Peter Peart
Today is February 12, 2026. I walked into the Silver Spring version of this establishment and it was empty. To be fair, it is lunch time and most patrons visit after work or later in the afternoon.
I am writing this in criticism of the overall service of this place. THE BEER IS FINE and I thoroughly enjoy their selections… Dr. Juicy being my favorite. The food is so so. On my numerous visits over the past couple of years, and at various times while they were open, food and service to me has always taken away from the really good beer being produced here. With food, the quesadillas were always my go to and never disappointed. Apparently, today, that food item is no longer being offered. When I ordered and was given the news, the bartender was short shrift with me and told me to scan the QR code. This is standard procedure here, but in my opinion I thought a little more service would have been warranted. I was willing to chalk it all up to experience until less than a minute after I asked about the quesadillas and was brushed aside, a woman customer walked in and wanted to order the same quesadilla….How she was treated was astonishing. A manager was brought out to explain, and he told the server to “comp” whatever she ordered. This happened in my presence and I was again disappointed by the disparity in treatment. The pint that I had ordered lost its taste. I did finish it as best as i could and ordered a six pack of one of their seasonal offerings to go. Like I said, the beer is good; too bad, the service or lack thereof, will ultimately lead to their demise.
… moreI am writing this in criticism of the overall service of this place. THE BEER IS FINE and I thoroughly enjoy their selections… Dr. Juicy being my favorite. The food is so so. On my numerous visits over the past couple of years, and at various times while they were open, food and service to me has always taken away from the really good beer being produced here. With food, the quesadillas were always my go to and never disappointed. Apparently, today, that food item is no longer being offered. When I ordered and was given the news, the bartender was short shrift with me and told me to scan the QR code. This is standard procedure here, but in my opinion I thought a little more service would have been warranted. I was willing to chalk it all up to experience until less than a minute after I asked about the quesadillas and was brushed aside, a woman customer walked in and wanted to order the same quesadilla….How she was treated was astonishing. A manager was brought out to explain, and he told the server to “comp” whatever she ordered. This happened in my presence and I was again disappointed by the disparity in treatment. The pint that I had ordered lost its taste. I did finish it as best as i could and ordered a six pack of one of their seasonal offerings to go. Like I said, the beer is good; too bad, the service or lack thereof, will ultimately lead to their demise.
Michael Coombs
A group I belong to had a working/educational lunch a Silver Branch recently. I doubt we could have done better. Silver Branch is the perfect place for hosting networking or professional events. They provide all you need for an event that will be talked about. I think all you need bring is the people.
… moreJames M.
Not bad. Options are somewhat limited and food is close to pricey for what it is. Phone ordering style is passable but a convenience fee for ordering is excessive.
Overall, “just okay.” I would consider it again if it was close but wouldn’t go out of my way. It’s fine. Good vibe.
… moreOverall, “just okay.” I would consider it again if it was close but wouldn’t go out of my way. It’s fine. Good vibe.
Nate B
We enjoyed the beer and the Oktoberfest. Music was good. The reason for rating is that the bartender tipped herself the highest amount when she ran my card for a 6-pack to go. That was not right. I may not go back, as a result. UPDATE: We went back. Food was good. Service was great. We would go back again.
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