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Breweries and Beer Gardens in Traverse City, MI

25 of the 64 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we list in Traverse City are breweries or beer gardens.

Choosing a beer spot depends on whether you want an active production taproom with limited food or a spacious outdoor garden with full kitchen service. Family and pet policies vary widely between urban industrial spaces and suburban beer lawns. Map pins show location, but they rarely indicate seating capacity, food truck schedules, or whether minors are permitted after dark.

  1. MiddleCoast

    329 E State St, Traverse City, MI 49684-2516

    Food servedOutdoor seatingPrivate eventsDog friendly
  2. Right Brain Brewery

    225 E Sixteenth St, Traverse City, MI 49684

    Food servedPrivate events
  3. Rare Bird Brewpub

    229 Lake Ave, Traverse City, MI 49684

    Noon-10 PM EVERY DAY

    Food served
  4. Silver Spruce Brewing Company

    439 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI 49686

    Sunday - Thursday 12-9, Friday - Saturday 12-10

    Private events
  5. Brewery Terra Firma

    2959 Hartman Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685

    Private events
  6. The Filling Station Microbrewery

    642 Railroad Pl, Traverse City, MI 49686

    Food served
  7. Loco Boys Brewing Company

    901 W Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684-2349

    Mon-Wed 4pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-9pm

  8. Identity Brewing Company

    108 S Union St, Traverse City, MI 49684

  9. Tank Space on 8th

    1110 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI 49686

  10. The Workshop Brewing Company

    221 Garland St, Traverse City, MI 49684

  11. Nocturnal Bloom Brewing

    3344 Cass Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684-9152

  12. Cultured Kombucha Co.

    3842 Jupiter Cresent Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685-9335

  13. Acoustic Tap Room

    119 N Maple St, Traverse City, MI 49684

  14. Farm Club

    10051 S Lake Leelanau Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684

  15. Short's Brewing Traverse City

    2006 S Airport Rd W, Traverse City, MI 49684-4711

  16. Fresh Coast Beer Works

    120 S Park St, Traverse City, MI 49684-2511

  17. Monkey Fist Brewing Co.

    329 E State St, Traverse City, MI 49684-2516

  18. Mackinaw Brewing Company

    161 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684-5769

  19. Workshop Brewing Co.

    5955 Cedar Run Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684

  20. Northern United Brewing

    13512 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686-9717

  21. Traverse City Microbrew And Music Festival

    1200 Village Center Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684-2396

  22. North Peak Brewing Company

    400 W Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

  23. Fresh Coast Beer Works

    3054 Cass Rd Ste F, Traverse City, MI 49684

  24. Brewery Ferment

    511 S Union St, Traverse City, MI 49684

  25. Old Mission Beer Company

    13512 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686-9717

Check tap rotation and food options. Many craft breweries do not operate full kitchens and rely on rotating food trucks or allow outside food, while beer gardens typically serve a set food menu.

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Do breweries and beer gardens allow children and dogs?

Policies differ by venue and time of day. Outdoor beer gardens and family-oriented taprooms often welcome kids and leashed dogs, but some urban spots restrict entry to ages 21 and over in the evening. Always check a venue's specific rules before visiting with minors or pets.

What is the difference between a brewery taproom and a beer garden?

A brewery taproom focuses primarily on beer brewed on-site, often with indoor seating and a view of the brewing equipment. A beer garden is typically an outdoor or semi-outdoor space that serves beers from multiple producers alongside full food service.

How much do flights or pints typically cost?

Pints of core craft beers generally range from $6 to $10, while specialty, barrel-aged, or high-ABV releases may cost more. Tasting flights usually run between $10 and $16 for four small pours.