Craft Breweries

Balanced Rock Brewing

Balanced Rock constantly strives to bring together great Texas craft brews and delicious food in a relaxed setting. With a state-of-the-art brewhouse from Caspery, Germany, as well as their 40-tap draft tower, they are dedicated to brewing consistent, high-quality beers for the community to enjoy.

Beard Science Sour House

Beard Science specializes in unique fermentation techniques and souring processes, offering carefully cultivated beers with special spices and unexpected local ingredients. With each visit, you'll discover something new. As part of the beer garden at Truck Yard, Beard Science also features outdoor seating and weekly live entertainment and concerts. Additionally, they offer a wine list, full bar and impressive whiskey collection, including rare bourbons and select barrels.

Windmills Brewery

Windmills is a unique brewpub that combines a microbrewery, restaurant and jazz lounge. Guests can enjoy world-class live performances while sampling 14 craft beers brewed onsite. Be sure to inquire about their monthly brewery tour, during which visitors can learn about the brewing process and sample menu items.

Wine Bars

The Colony Wine Bar

The Colony Wine Bar offers a wide variety of wines from around the world, available by the glass or bottle. Expertly guided by a friendly team, the Bottle Shop features over 150 sommelier-curated wines for take-home purchase. Enjoy special events on the Wine Bar Patio or relax with a glass on the nearby Grandscape Lawn.

Craft Beer Taprooms

54th Street Restaurant & Drafthouse

54th Street Bar & Grill offers a comfortable and relaxed dining experience with a retro feel. Alongside an incredible variety of salads, sandwiches, steaks and burgers, they boast a wide selection of craft beers on tap and by the bottle.

Barrel & Bones

Barrel & Bones combines the finest Texas barbeque with an impressive selection of craft beers and fine whiskeys. Enjoy masterfully crafted plates featuring top-quality beef, chicken, pork and smoked sausages, all paired perfectly with their selection of unique brews.

Cigars International

Cigars International is a 6,000-plus-square-foot cigar shop featuring craft beer selections in a full-service bar to pair with over 1,300 cigar brands. Relax in indoor and outdoor lounges with flat-screen TVs and state-of-the-art ventilation systems.

GAS MONKEY ICEHOUSE

Pairing an American muscle car vibe with a wide selection of local craft beers and fan-favorite brews on tap, Gas Monkey Icehouse is a favorite watering hole. With a lively atmosphere, full bar and spacious indoor-outdoor seating, it's a go-to spot for those looking to kick back, catch live music and enjoy a cold one. 

Grrrowler's Taproom & Beer Garden

Grrrowler's Tap Room & Beer Garden at The Shacks at Austin Ranch offers a picturesque setting overlooking a spacious dog park. With 25 taps featuring a variety of craft beers, including seasonal and local brews, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a brew with two- or four-legged friends.

Heritage Pizza & Taproom

This nostalgic American pizza parlor serves craft beer and some of the finest thin-crust pizzas around. Enjoy Italian-American appetizers, sandwiches and baked pasta or stop in for a slice during one of their weekly trivia nights and enjoy growlers to go and pints to stay.

Red Phone Booth

Red Phone Booth in The Colony offers a unique speakeasy experience reminiscent of the 1920s Prohibition Era. Accessible through an antique red London phone booth, guests enjoy an exclusive atmosphere with rare spirits, craft cocktails and luxury cigars. A dress code is required. Pro tip: Ask Visit The Colony how to get the passcode.

The Rackhouse

Enjoy great food, live music and an old whiskey-styled warehouse atmosphere at The Rackhouse. Whether it's the delectable dishes, craveable cocktails or majestic lakeview sunsets, this scratch kitchen and whiskey bar has something for everyone.

The Thirsty Growler

Try something new from The Thirsty Growler’s 53 rotating taps, including craft beer, cider, kombucha, root beer, nitro coffee and wine. Visit their taproom and growler station to explore the wide variety of craft beverages and discover new favorites.

Thirsty Lion Gastropub

Thirsty Lion Gastropub offers a culinary experience that includes fresh seafood and savory ribeye steaks. Their selection of craft beers and signature cocktails complements a rotation of seasonal dishes, promising a delicious experience with every visit.

Truck Yard

Part Honky Tonk, part beer garden, Truck Yard is all Texas flair. Referred to as an “adult playground,” Truck Yard offers something for everyone with made-to-order cheesesteaks, live tunes, rotating food truck fare, cold brews on tap and Barney Smith’s Toilet Seat Art Museum.

Twisted Bar & Grill

Twisted Bar and Grill in The Colony offers a relaxed full bar with craft cocktails, beer and wine, as well as classic American dishes like wings, sandwiches and savory entrees. Pair your beverages with their weekly events for added excitement.