Metro area
Within 13 miles of Austin we track 37 breweries. 1 rates Exceptional and 11 rate Great. Pinthouse Brewing in Austin leads the list at 4.50 (Exceptional).
Exceptional
A short list of extraordinary breweries worth planning a trip around.
Great
Consistently produce world-class beer.
Fine
Make genuinely good beer, if not the pint you will still be talking about next year.
Poor
Not bad beer so much as unremarkable beer.
Limited
Most craft beer drinkers pass these by.
Austin, Texas, United States
Pinthouse Brewing produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #6 in Texas. They are most well known for "Electric Jellyfish", which is a New England IPA and "Training Bines", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Oddwood Brewing produce's world class beer and is ranked #12 in Texas. They are most well known for "Saison (Batch 001)", which is a Saison and "Taming the Savage Heart", which is a Sour. Their primary focus is brewing Saisons and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
Meanwhile Brewing Company produce's world class beer and is ranked #13 in Texas. They are most well known for "Secret Beach", which is an American IPA and "Tender Robot", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Since 1997, Live Oak Brewing Company has been committed to producing delicious lagers and ales for the enjoyment of passionate beer drinkers of Austin, Texas, and beyond. We source only the best authentic ingredients, and use a time-consuming mash and secondary lagering process. The result has achieved both regional and national acclaim, but more importantly, the satisfaction of loyal beer drinkers who appreciate our beer-making efforts. Recently, Live Oak Brewing was named one of The 50 Best American Breweries of the 2010s by Paste Magazine.
Austin, Texas, United States
Batch Craft Beer and Kolaches is an Austin, family-owned and operated kolache bakery, taproom, and retail craft beer shop. Our pastry chefs elevate the classic Central Texas Czech pastry to gourmet status by teaming up with Micklethwait Craft Meats and local fruit vendors. The curated beer selection features the best of local breweries, the exploding domestic craft beer scene, and the newest and oldest breweries in Europe and beyond.
Austin, Texas, United States
We built Fast Friends on the values of creating positive change and inspiring people to DO/good, LOVE/big, and LIVE/now. Tucked away from the bustle of traffic, Fast Friends sits on three and a half acres of lush green space just south of downtown Austin. It’s part oasis, part retreat, and all about fostering human connection over good food and good beer. We combine craft brewing, farm-to-table culinary, wellness and philanthropy into a unique hospitality experience that's unlike anything else in Austin. Stop in, say howdy and enjoy a breezy afternoon under the canopy of live oaks. There's something for everyone here, and we've never met a stranger.
Austin, Texas, United States
Hold Out Brewing is a brewpub. We make beer 8 barrels at a time; we smash burgers two patties at a time; good times are had in aggregates of both. Find us in old west Austin, across the courtyard from Better Half Bar.
Austin, Texas, United States
Zilker Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Marco IPA", which is an American IPA and "Coffee Milk Stout", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
Southern Heights Brewing produce's high quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Tahitian Dreamin'", which is a New England IPA and "Jam Session", which is a Fruited Sour. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Lazarus Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "40 Days & 40 Nights", which is an American IPA and "Double Predestination", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Belgian Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
Austin Beerworks produce's high quality beer and always has a new beer for you to try. They are most well known for "Fire Eagle", which is an American IPA and "Pearl-Snap", which is a German Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Hell Yes Helles", which is a Helles Lager and "Superliner", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Lagers and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
Vacancy Brewing is still unproven but has a lot of potential and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "June", which is a German Pilsner and "Hitchhiker Hazy", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Austin, Texas, United States
St. Elmo Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Carl", which is a Kölsch and "Slater", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Ales and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
Nomadic Beerworks produce's good quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Peak Season", which is a New England IPA and "Sunrise Getdown", which is a Kölsch. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Austin, Texas, United States
The Brewtorium - Brewery & Kitchen produce's fine quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Electric Lederhosen", which is a Vienna Lager and "Pillow Fort", which is a New England Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
Frontyard Brewing produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Coffee Milk Stout", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout and "Rye IPA", which is a Rye IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
At (512) Brewing, we’re focused on supplying fresh draft beer to our local bars and restaurants. To us, beer is all about enjoying the sensation of the glass and the pour while interacting with the publican, alongside friends and strangers alike. After 12 years of draft only sales, we began offering our beer for private use in cans and bottles as well. (512) Brewing sustainably produces creative recipes built on old world English, Belgian, and German styles, enhanced to celebrate bold American ingredients. Enjoy!
Austin, Texas, United States
Hi Sign Brewing is a veteran-owned craft brewery and taproom located at 730 Shady Lane in the heart of East Austin, Texas. Founded by Marine Corps veteran Mark Phillippe, we brew all of our beers on-site — from our crushable Eastside Pilsner and El Berto Mexican Lager to our flagship Holly St. Haze IPA and Violet Blueberry Blonde. Our taproom is more than a place to drink great beer. We open at 9 AM Monday through Friday and 10 AM on weekends; with specialty coffee, free high-speed WiFi, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for remote work, morning meetings, or a midday reset. Whether you're a freelancer looking for a new office or a team celebrating a win, Hi Sign is your spot. Bring the whole crew — we're dog-friendly and family-friendly, with a spacious beer garden and covered patio. Hungry? Nyam Sunshine Cuisine and Reunion 64 Pizza are on-site 7 days a week. Minutes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, we're the perfect first stop or last stop in Austin.
Austin, Texas, United States
Independence Brewing Co. produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Stash IPA", which is an American IPA and "Austin Amber", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Amber Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
We all deserve somewhere we can kick our feet up and take a load off. Whether you’ve made it to the end of your day or you're at the end of your rope, enjoying your day off or just getting your night started — you're always welcome to hang your hat at the Stay Put. We swung The Stay Put's doors open in the fall of 2022 with some of Austin's best friends, greatest bartenders, and all-around good folks in tow, one and all focused on the business of mixing meticulous drinks and brewing particularly fine suds. Come on over and stop by for a handcrafted cold one from bartenders you truly trust with your pours.
Austin, Texas, United States
Few things have brought folks together over the centuries like good beer. Here, at Central Machine Works, the community is what drives us. We love crafting brews and enjoying them with those who make our neighborhood amazing. Our beer is produced in a 15 barrel brewhouse right here in the beer hall. Using quality ingredients and proven practices, we brew a range of excellent lagers and ales for all to enjoy. So, whether it’s been a long day at work or a warm adventure in the Texas sun, grab a seat and savor a cold one with family and friends! For more information, visit cmwbrewery.com
Austin, Texas, United States
Central District Brewing is an urban small batch brewery in the heart of Downtown Austin that crafts durable friendship along with mainstays, seasonal, and experimental beers and sodas. Founded in 2019 by two families who wanted to bring back beer brewing to downtown Austin (following the likes of The Bitter End, Waterloo, Coppertank, and Lovejoy’s), we were honored to win a 2019 GABF gold medal for our WIT-tington.
Austin, Texas, United States
Draught House Pub and Brewery produce's decent quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Northwestern Pale Ale", which is an American Pale Ale and "Red Planet", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
Hopsquad was created out of care and passion for beer. A way to express our distinct voice through malts, hops, and yeast. “Anything goes” will always be our calling, and we will never be afraid to experiment or to try new ingredients and techniques to keep our customers eager to see what we’ll come up with next. We won’t limit ourselves to a certain style, coast, or country. We want every Hopsquad beer to be its own character that has its own identity that personifies its distinct taste.
Austin, Texas, United States
Celis Brewery produce's decent quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Celis White (US Only)", which is a Wheat Beer and "Citrus Grandis IPA", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
Austin, TX production brewery located High in the Hill Country. A unique brewery, we operate one of the only gravity fed breweries in the country, with 100 ft of vertical space from brewhouse to fermenter. Open since 2014, OTXBC is independently owned and specializes in session beers.
West Lake Hills, Texas, United States
Roots. History. Tradition. These are nouns we’re told to respect, to honor, to remember, to stay true to. And yet, every moment in the past was once modern, and every passed-modern moment had a hint of the future—an eye focused beyond the glass in front of it. Our story is not unlike many a beer journeyman before us—we’re intoxicated with the mystery of fermentation, the possibilities of taste, and chasing after unexplored horizons. Our goal is simply to make beer — The Beer Less Traveled.
Austin, Texas, United States
Hops & Grain Brewing produce's high quality beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "The One They Call Zoe", which is a Pale Lager and "A Pale Mosaic", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Thirsty Planet Brewing Company is a damn fine brewery in Austin, Texas! Look for our Pailhead Pale Ale, Yellow Armadillo Wheat, Thirsty Goat Amber and Buckethead IPA in bottles. Each month, we offer a ‘Special Brewski’ as part of our small-batch pilot program, bringing new concoctions to the public. We are currently located at 8201 South Congress, Austin, TX 78754. The tasting room has been closed until our new South Austin facility is complete. Check back for updates as our opening is TBD.
Pflugerville, Texas, United States
We are a small team of big personalities making small batch beer with big flavor. We are the ONLY certified organic brewery in the state of Texas, and were dang proud of it. Are we trendy? No. Are we traditional? Meh. Are we true to our heart and our art? Absolutely!
Pflugerville, Texas, United States
We are a small team of big personalities making small batch beer with big flavor. We are the ONLY certified organic brewery in the state of Texas, and were dang proud of it. Are we trendy? No. Are we traditional? Meh. Are we true to our heart and our art? Absolutely!
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