The Arts aka Brewery District and Deep Ellum are home to over a dozen breweries, brewpubs, and cideries alone! Basically, you can throw a rock in Dallas County and find some sort of locally fermented beverage, and we aren't complaining one bit.
Last updated 9/6/2022
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Our jam: Haze Wizard
Guided by principles derived from the brewing traditions of Belgium, Germany and England, products from 3 Nations Brewing Co. deliver a fresh take on old-world styles. A side project, Symbol Brewing Co., experiments with recipes falling outside the bounds of the brewery's everyday lineup.
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Our jam: Cedar Hill Hefe
Set up as the first brewery in Cedar Hill, Ash & Ember Brewing maintains a simple and straightforward approach with the production of an array of stylistic standards, or what some call "beers for the beer drinker."
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Our jam: Anything "Deanitude"
One of the newest spots in Big D opened shop in August 2022 and is one part beer bar, one part brewpub and all awesome. Tucked away in the Cedars, Autonomous Society is home of tasty pizza & paninis paired with local, independent beers and house-made Deaditude Crafted Beer.
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Our jam: Tart Cherry Sour
Bankhead Brewing Co. draws its name from an early cross-country highway that had a stretch through Downtown Rowlett. The Bankhead Highway was a symbol of early American ingenuity, and Bankhead Brewing channels the same spirit in the creation of its daily beer and culinary offerings.
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Our jam: Crackberry
The Dallas-based Bishop Cider Co. is the longest-tenured cidermaker in North Texas. Sample the company's apple nectar at its tasting room in the Bishop Arts District, or at The Cidercade in the Dallas Design District.
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Our jam: Knock Out
In addition to its name, products like Busy Body Blonde Lager and Cat Fight IPA celebrate strong women who make up part of the ownership group at Bitter Sisters Brewing Co. in Addison. Another, Hissy Fit, is a Word Beer Cup winner and the only year-round German märzen made in North Texas.
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Our jam: Raspberry Beret
Breaking Brew Meadery is the only business of its kind in North Texas. The company's honey wines offer a taste of something different for those seeking a refreshing respite from the current craft beer landscape.
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Our jam: Andromeda
Elements of art and science are the inspiration behind what goes on at Celestial Beerworks of Dallas. Hoppy beers and Berliners are popular selections, but you'll also find stouts, pilsners and other styles among the brewery's otherworldly offerings.
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Our jam: Mosaic IPA
Community is the keyword in the name of this Central Dallas brewery, where "beer for the greater good" is crafted in support of local artisans and charities. Core beers include the company's award-winning Witbier, along with Mosaic IPA, a staple of the North Texas scene.
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Our jam: One and a Half Years Later
After eight years in business, house beers are now being brewed at Dallas' original growler fill station. The small-batch brewhouse is just getting started, but expect four-to-six house beers under the 4 Elements brand to be added to the shop's product mix once production ramps up.
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Our jam: Neato Bandito
Deep Ellum Brewing Co. burst onto the scene in late 2011, bringing with it a bold and unapologetic approach exemplified by the goal of achieving total beer domination. The company's debut ended a longstanding drought within the city, as Deep Ellum became first production brewery to open in Dallas since 1997.
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Our jam: Snake Eyes
English ales with a Texas twist are the calling card at Four Bullets Brewery in Richardson. The brewery gets its name from a poker hand of four aces, with the gambling theme extending to offerings like Black Jack Brown, Two Pairs Pale Ale and All In IPA.
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Our jam: El Chingón
Now roosting in The Cedars neighborhood of Dallas, Four Corners Brewing Co. has been creating traditional, easy-drinking styles called “All Day Ales" since 2012. Craft beer culture intersects with Mexican-American heritage at Four Corners, where local flavors are brought to life with loteria-style brand imagery.
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Our jam: Tamarind Habanero
Beer and Barbecue are two things inherent to Texas culture, and you can indulge in both at Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery on the Downtown Garland Square. Enjoy the brewpub's craft consumables while surrounded by an artistic atmosphere consisting of colorful murals, handmade furniture and newly-installed stained glass windows.
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Our jam: The Temptress
At Lakewood Brewing Co., products reflect the vibe and creative energy of the Lakewood Neighborhood in East Dallas. Temptress, an imperial milk stout, is the belle of the brewery, and its recipe sets the stage for flavor infusions found by way of the Seduction Series.
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Our jam: Thai 1 On
Malai Kitchen showcases a menu of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine at restaurants located in Dallas, Fort Worth and Southlake. The company's flagship, Bia Hoi - a Vietnamese rice lager, is produced in Southlake along with other small-batch, Asian-inspired offerings.
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Our jam: Necessary Evil
A scientific approach to beer making forms the foundation at Manhattan Project Beer Co. of Dallas, where Atomic Age references abound. Examples from the brewery's arsenal of styles include IPAs like Half-Life and Hoppenheimer, as well as the coffee stout, Black Matter.
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Our jam: Lee Hazy Oswald
Pull in, park your car and follow the arrows to "Fresh Beer" at Oak Cliff Brewing Co. in Tyler Station. Set in the heart of its namesake neighborhood, Oak Cliff's founders and their families have called the area home for nearly 75 years.
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Our jam: DFDub
Those in the know have been enjoying beers from Oak Highlands Brewery since before it debuted in 2015. The company began building its reputation at amateur homebrew competitions like Brew Riot, introducing Freaky Deaky, DfDub and other beers to early adopters ahead of its opening.
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Our jam: Funk Wit It
There isn't anything strange or peculiar about the inspiration behind Odd Muse Brewing Co. of Farmers Branch. Family initials make up the name, while the idea that craft beer is something to be enjoyed by all, regardless of background or belief, is what drives the company's dedication to its craft.
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Our jam: Flocculation of Seagulls
In 2016, On Rotation made a resolution to release a new beer every week during the coming year, hitting that goal by debuting 53 beers in 2017. The brewery followed that up by unveiling another 99 new beers in 2018, further proving that On Rotation is a brewery that truly lives up to its name.
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Our jam: Cletus
Try Outfit Brewing of Dallas on for size if you want to get to know your beer on a first name basis. Many recipes are literally referred to by a name, with brews called Boris, Cole, Steve and Willis on tap and waiting to make your acquaintance.
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Our jam: Sixth Floor
Pegasus City Brewery took flight in Dallas during early 2017. The company's branding delves into the Art Deco realm, paying homage to key moments in Dallas history occurring during Art Deco's heyday in the 1920s and '30s. A prime example, the rise of the iconic Pegasus at the Magnolia Hotel in 1934.
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Our jam: Velvet Hammer
The inaugural brew day at Peticolas Brewing Co. went down on December 31, 2011. Ten months later, the business became the first production brewery in Dallas to win a gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival. Further accolades have followed, all the result of the company's steadfast commitment to quality and consistency.
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Our jam: Hops Against Humanity
Situated in the Trinity Groves development of West Dallas, Steam Theory Brewing Co.'s concept is based on the idea of leveraging old-school ideas in the modern day. This filters through all facets of the operation, where craft beers, pub grub and Neapolitan pizzas are served in a setting instilled with a Steam Punk vibe.
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Our jam: Somethin' Shady
The dude abides on a seasonal basis at Texas Ale Project, a family and veteran-owned institution in Dallas. The dude being a reference to the main character in the film, The Big Lebowski, and the brewery's take on his favorite drink, a white Russian imperial stout called The Caucasian.
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Our jam: Deep Ellum Dry
Dry ciders emerge from a sweet location at Trinity Cider in the Deep Ellum entertainment district of Dallas. The company's site even holds a bit of industry-related history, as it once housed Main Street Brewing Co. during the mid-to-late 1990s.
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Our jam: Knotty Bruenette
Offering up “mancrafted beer”, Twin Peaks Brewing Co. began onsite operations at the restaurant chain’s North Irving location in 2013. Now, everyday offerings of Dirty Blonde, Knotty Brunette and more are making their way to Twin Peaks sites across Texas.
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Our jam: Bullpen
Plot a course to Vector Brewing for a taste of quality craft beer paired with gourmet pies emerging from an onsite scratch pizza kitchen. Located in the Lake Highland neighborhood of Dallas, Vector Brewing is a family-owned operation built on the concept of discovery. Visit to experience beer and food taken in a new direction.
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Our jam: Rainout Hazy
Named after the street its founder lives on, Westlake Brewing Co. is another Deep Ellum craft beer destination. The brewery's lineup features selections inspired by what's new and popular in beer, as well as a variety of refreshingly simple standards.
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Our jam: Urban Parakeet
With proximity to White Rock Lake and an expansive patio, all trails lead to White Rock Alehouse & Brewery as the ideal après-lake watering hole for area hikers, bikers, boaters and bird-watchers.
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