The Tipping Point
A family-friendly indoor-outdoor spot in Montgomery offering a huge craft beer selection, comfort food, and a unique play area for kids.
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The Tipping Point
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A family-friendly indoor-outdoor spot in Montgomery offering a huge craft beer selection, comfort food, and a unique play area for kids.
"Enjoy over 100 beers on tap and a fun atmosphere, perfect for families and beer enthusiasts alike!"
Try Weekly Beer Rotations
Visit often to sample new craft beers from Alabama breweries, always something fresh on tap.
Support the Kitchen
Consider buying the kitchen a six-pack for a small price, as a thank you for their hard work.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American, Pub
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(334) 260-9110
Address
5015 Hampstead High St, Montgomery, AL 36116, USA
Website
tippingpointhampstead.com/Highlights
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Extensive Craft Beer Selection
Featuring over 100 local beers on tap with unique flavors like chocolate peanut butter and sour cherry.
Family-Friendly Fun
Kids can play in a fenced outdoor space with a large dirt mound while parents relax.
Signature Carolina Dog
A classic hotdog topped with barbecue pork, slaw, and tangy sauce, a must-try comfort food.
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Try Weekly Beer Rotations
Visit often to sample new craft beers from Alabama breweries, always something fresh on tap.
Support the Kitchen
Consider buying the kitchen a six-pack for a small price, as a thank you for their hard work.
Kid-Friendly Activities
Kids will love the outdoor play area, making it a great spot for families with children.
Expect Weekend Waits
No reservations on weekends, so plan accordingly. Waits can be an hour or more.
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Try Weekly Beer Rotations
Visit often to sample new craft beers from Alabama breweries, always something fresh on tap.
Support the Kitchen
Consider buying the kitchen a six-pack for a small price, as a thank you for their hard work.
Kid-Friendly Activities
Kids will love the outdoor play area, making it a great spot for families with children.
Expect Weekend Waits
No reservations on weekends, so plan accordingly. Waits can be an hour or more.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Tipping Point is praised for its extensive craft beer selection and family-friendly atmosphere, especially the outdoor play area for kids. However, some diners have experienced exceptionally long wait times for food and inconsistent service, particularly on busy weekends, with a few encounters with unfriendly staff.
"Great outdoor patio to enjoy the fall weather. Good selection of food and drinks. On weekends they have live music."
Kevin S
"I love this place! Great spot for casual dining / hanging outside / live music. Family friendly. I do wish there were more vegetarian options, but they at least offer several vegetarian (and delicious) dips as well as a cheese pizza."
Morgan Lemly Turner
"This restaurant is a Montgomery tradition and renowned by locals for great food and service for a reasonable value. No reservations on weekends so plan accordingly. Everything on the menu is good but I like their onion rings, crab claws and West Indies salad for appetizers. I favor their Steaks and seafood for entrees. Their green salad is fresh The kids menu is one of the best in MGM for quality and value."
William Cox
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, The Tipping Point does not accept reservations, especially on weekends. Be prepared for a wait.
The Carolina Dog is a signature item featuring a hotdog piled high with barbecue pork, tangy sauce, slaw, and mustard.
Yes, it's very family-friendly with a fenced outdoor space and a large dirt mound for kids to play on.
They offer over 100 different beers on tap, focusing on local Alabama breweries with unique flavors.
Yes, The Tipping Point is dog-friendly, especially in their outdoor areas.
Weekends are particularly busy, with potentially long waits for food and service.
Yes, they offer vegetarian dips and a cheese pizza, though options can be limited.
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Eat Like a Local in Montgomery
Kids can cut loose in the fenced-in outdoor space, which has a huge dirt mound for climbing up and sliding down, while parents eat and drink. You can’t beat the Carolina Dog, a hotdog piled with barbecue pork, tangy Carolina-style sauce, slaw, and mustard, paired with a craft beer; the selection here is huge and heavy on Alabama brews. And I appreciate the option at the bottom of the menu: You can buy the kitchen a six-pack for nine bucks, which is well worth it for what they’re putting out.” tippingpointhampstead.com
The Ultimate Mom’s Guide to Montgomery
Montgomery has plenty of dining options that offer adult-friendly menus in kid-friendly environments, including Red Bluff Bar at the Silos for dinner on the Riverfront, The Tipping Point with outside playing area for kids plus the perfect spot for parents to kick back and relax. Cork & Cleaver is a neighborhood gastropub with an assortment of food and drinks sure to satisfy any palate. Or swing by the Bubbly Hen for all things brunch.
5 of the best Montgomery breweries + taprooms bringing the beer of your dreams
Enjoy over 100 different beers on tap from Montgomery breweries and more when you make your way to The Tipping Point. With their weekly rotations, you’ll always get the best of the best from Alabama’s breweries. Experience flavors like chocolate peanut butter, sour cherry and lemonade while you try the endless array of beers here.
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Known as one of the top “Third Places” in the country, The Tipping Point combines restaurant, bar and the great outdoors into one fantastic space. Perfect for those searching for craft beer, comfort food or the famous Kid’s Hill, The Tipping Point attracts all ages and interests. We are kid friendly, and dog friendly (of course)!
Fun Date Night Ideas in Montgomery, AL
Get hands-on in the kitchen with a fun and interactive cooking class at The Tipping Point. Learn new culinary skills from professional chefs as you prepare a delicious meal together. Bond over a shared love of food and create lasting memories in this unique date night experience.
Favorite Places to Eat & Drink in Montgomery, AL
The Tipping Point combines restaurant, bar, coffee shop, and the great outdoors into one fantastic space. Perfect for those searching for craft beer, comfort food, gourmet coffee or the famous Kid's Hill, The Tipping Point attracts all ages and interests.
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Known as one of Montgomery’s most unique gathering spots, The Tipping Point is familiar to locals for many reasons. It’s a cafe, a restaurant, and a bar. Still, it also fashions itself as a family-friendly venue for an uncomplicated night out.
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