There used to be one or two breweries around town and look at us now! Calgary has about 40 craft breweries! So many that it's tough to visit them all - a good problem to have. 😀
And the cool thing about the craft beer industry is that micro-breweries are so supportive of each other. It's not a competition, there's enough customers to support all of these great places.
Well, as long as we are doing our job to GO THERE AND DRINK! 🍻
So GO! Go support the local craft beer industry and check each of these off your "to drink" list. 📋
Like choosing your favorite child, it's hard to pick one when you love them all dearly. ❤️ So while I don't want to exclude any of these fantastic beer-making businesses, there are some breweries that are my faves.
When this popular Vancouver brewery opened in Calgary people were excited, and for good reason! Their beer is great and this place is always busy! Be sure to try their Mezcal Gose, I've never had a beer like it! So good!
Cold Garden has created their own cult following. It's known for it's crazy hipster décor, fluffy dog patrons, and ability to order takeout. It's a poplar place with a big delicious beer list.
When people ask for my top picks I always list Dandy because I just love the taste of their beers. They do a lot of sour beers that are damn delicious. They have a small but welcoming taproom and they make food in-house including pizza and a few other dishes.
Definitely some of the best beers in the city. They do a number of experimental sour beers that are just the right amount of crazy. Find it in the heart of the barley belt, this is a must-go spot for beer lovers.
Loving the flavor combinations coming out of Railyard - it's never boring! Their peach sour is a well known and loved beer you have to try! Also despite that their taproom is a bit of a drive (close to the airport) it has a fun interior and is a big space that's perfect for events.
Cabin Brewing has the cutest rustic theme of all the breweries. You can even sit in a mini-cabin booth. They also have really cute merch if you want to add a new t-shirt or hat to your collection. They're located central barley belt so you definitely can't skip this one.
Here's a list of all of Calgary's breweries (well, the one's with taprooms!) If you're the competitive type you're gonna try to visit them all, you know, just so you can brag about how sophisticated you are. 🎩
A modern, simple brewery known for producing sodas as well as beers. Features a popular burger place (Lil Empire) tucked inside their brewery.
🗺️ 4323 1 St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
A small brewery that serves up sandwiches as well. A popular stop on any barley belt tour!
🗺️ #119 519 34th Ave SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2016
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Downtown spot that serves up food as well as beer. [📽️ Closer look here]
🗺️ 1059 14th St SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2022
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Larger brewery that also features a south-facing patio and has a food menu.
🗺️ 510 Heritage Dr SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2020
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Can't say I've ever been to Big Rock Brewery but I believe they recently refreshed their taproom and they now serve Big Sky BBQ.
🗺️ 76 Ave SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 1985
🐶 No information
I have yet to visit this brewery. They serve snacks but no menu. But you can order food in!
🗺️ 7930 51st St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2024
🐶 No dogs permitted
Small brewery in the barley belt with adventure inspired beers.
🗺️ 414 36 Ave SE #3, Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 No information
A staple in Calgary’s brewing community, this spot is known as the city’s first official beer bar. Their laid-back taproom and massive patio space is the perfect a relaxed spot downtown.
🗺️ 5769 4 St SE #110, Calgary
📅 Opened in 2019
🐶 Yes, dog friendly, but leash required
Medium-sized brewery in an industrial area that also serves food including pizza.
🗺️ 5769 4 St SE #110, Calgary
📅 Opened in 2019
🐶 Yes, dog friendly, but leash required
Handcrafted ales, lagers, and pub food, it's a cool place to take your friends for good conversation and they have 13 core products that Calgarians love.
🗺️ 5519 53 St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 1991
🐶 No Information
Small brewery that has their beer names and label designs that pay respect and honour our military’s contributions both past and present.
🗺️ 2801 24a St SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2024
🐶 No Information
Find it on mainstreet Inglewood. This brewery is filled with fun arcade games to keep you busy.
🗺️ 1217B 9 Ave SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2024 (previously Revival Brewcade)
🐶 No information
They have a cozy taproom and these little nook booths and even a hanging a canoe with cute lights and its a fun spot with a well-liked beer menu.
🗺️ 505 36 Ave SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 No Information
Popular brewery with a large menu featuring BBQ, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and poutine. Has a large outdoor seating area that's heated.
🗺️ 227 35 Ave NE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
The place of legends, and a great hang out spot and hosts some incredible events during the week and you have to see the sparkly gnome!
🗺️ 1100 11 St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Just on the outskirts of Inglewood, this little gem is serving up cold brew, pizza and really gets in the spirits of the holidays with their pop ups and take overs, they also host fun drag shows. oh and their beer is a homage to the '88 Olympics (keeping that dream alive)!
🗺️ 2600 Portland St SE #1070 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 No Information
Downtown brewery inspired by the owner's story of his dogs.
🗺️ 1205 1 St SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2023
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
I can't say I've been to this taproom, it looks fairly standard based on their 'gram.
🗺️ 4416 64 Ave SE #2123 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 No Information
Popular Inglewood brewery with a cute outdoor area with hanging lights.
🗺️ 1318 9 Ave SE #113 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2016
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Downtown brewery/restaurant that is actually more known for their gin.
🗺️ 607 11 Ave SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2015
🐶 No information
Small brewery that features a large outdoor patio area, serves food.
🗺️ 3523 18 Street SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
I have never bene to this brewery and their website is down so I have no idea.
🗺️ 1314 44 Ave NE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2012
🐶 No information
Probably Calgary's most wildly experimental brewery. The taproom is small and I don't believe they have a patio (from what I remember.). Expect some extreme flavours from here.
🗺️ 7005 Fairmount Dr SE #4140 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 No information
A brewery with a bit more of a restaurant feel. It is a larger space and they serve up lots of good BBQ.
🗺️ 105D 58 Ave SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2018
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
South block BBQ is a lively hangout in Mission known for its laid-back vibes, live music, and seriously good barbecue.
🗺️ 4323 1 St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2021
🐶 No Information
I have not been to this brewery just yet! From their menu it looks like they serve tacos, nachos, and have about 6 beers on tap.
🗺️ 9620 Elbow Dr. SW #20 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2023
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
With about 9 beers on tap, a small cocktail menu, and a partnership with Acme Pizza Co, Tailgunner has everything you need for a fun night out.
🗺️ 1602 10 Ave SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
I've actually never been to Tool Shed despite it being around for a while. That said, I've had their BBQ and it is outstanding.
🗺️ 801 30 St NE #9, Calgary
📅 Opened in 2015
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Trolley 5 is more pub/restaurant than it is craft beer focused. This is where you go to watch the game, enjoy some nachos or wings and have a cool night out on 17th Ave.
🗺️ 728 17th Ave SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 No Information
A larger brewery in Sunalta that serves food and encourages use of it's space for event rentals.
🗺️ 1901 10 Ave SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2019
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
A little brewery that focuses on small batch beers. Has a snack menu.
🗺️ 910 Centre St NE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2020
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
A collaborative taproom and spirit hall in combination with Burwood Distilling. Serves food.
🗺️ 2566 Flanders Ave SW Unit 300 Calgary
📅 Opened in 2021
🐶 No information
Well known Calgary brewery that's been around for a while. Serves food.
🗺️ 5000 12a St SE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2011
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Another well-known established Calgary brewery. Has a decent sized space with an outdoor area.
🗺️ 4580 Quesnay Wood Dr SW Calgary
📅 Opened in 2006
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
Small brewery in the NE, known for experimental beers and board game tournaments.
🗺️ 4210 12 St NE Calgary
📅 Opened in 2017
🐶 Patio is dog friendly
If you're still reading you're definitely the kind of person who wants brewery bragging rights. You can visit all of Calgary's micro-brewery's in 6 weeks (one tour per weekend) if you follow each of the brewery tour maps I've included below. Below each map is a link to the tour in Google Maps.
These closed because we didn't drink enough beer. (yes, it's your fault) 🫵
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