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With its year-round tropical climate, pristine beaches, and vibrant nightlife, Miami is the place to be for beer lovers. As craft beer continues to spread across Miami and be embraced by locals, visitors cannot help but notice its evolving microbrew culture. From traditional West Coast IPA to tropical fruit beers that speak to Miami and distinct properties ideal for warm locations. Whether you plan to visit Greater Miami (including the Wynwood neighborhood), explore the North, or want to quench your thirst with some local brews, there are so many breweries to choose from.
Let’s experience the Miami heat and re-discover what this Magic City offer!
1. Cerveceria La Tropical Brewery
With a century of rich craft beer history, Cerveceria La Tropical offers an ultimate craft beer experience in Miami’s craft beer scene. It may be a new kid on the block, but it is the oldest craft brewery in Cuba. Featuring a 28,000-square-foot brewery, taproom, restaurant, and 10,000-square feet beer garden Jardine La Tropical, Cerveceria aims to produce good beer and delicious cuisine with a nod to its Cuban heritage. Explore and experience the once lost La Tropical culture through a self-guided tour of their infamous beer garden.
- Crowd Favorite: Nativo Kay Suave IPA, 4.5% ABV. You will surely love a refreshing IPA with bursting mango, passion fruit, pineapple, lemon, and lime flavors.
- Highly Recommended: La Original Ámbar Lager, 4.5% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Cerveceria is strictly on reservation only.
- Fun Fact: Cerveceria La Tropical, with the partnership of Fairchild Topical Botanic Garden, launched “A Million Orchid Project” to plant and bring back Florida’s native orchids. Every time you grab their crowlers or participate in the brewery tours, you already have contributed to this cost.
Hours: Open Wed & Thur 4pm–11pm, Fri & Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–9pm, Mon & Tue Closed.
Address: 42 NE 25th St, Miami, FL 33137
Contact: (305) 741-6991 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
2. J Wakefield Brewing
Indulge the inner kid in you while satisfying your thirst for craft beer in J Wakefield Brewing’s sci-fi-inspired brewery. Located at the heart of Wynwood’s Art District, enjoy a cold beer while admiring the wall-length Star Wars mural on their taproom or busy yourself reading a good comic book. J Wakefield serves 15 beers on tap with their eclectic creative brews. While you’re into it, don’t forget to try their flagships, DFPF (Dragon Fruit/ Passion Fruit) and Berliner Weisser. They also host an annual Homebrew Competitions where avid homebrewers can showcase their best craft brews.
- Crowd Favorite: Hops 4 Teacher IPA, 6.5% ABV. A juicy and citrusy American IPA with notes of grapefruit and passionfruit.
- Highly Recommended: El Jefe Wheat Beer, 5% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: J Wakefield doesn’t serve food, but food trucks are available.
- Fun Fact: J Wakefield Brewing is a crowd-funded brewery through CrowdBrewed.
Hours: Open Mon-Thur 12pm – 11pm, Fri & Sat 12pm – 1am, Sun 12pm – 10pm.
Address: 120 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127
Contact: (786) 254-7779 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
3. Veza Sur Brewery
Infusing the vibrant, artistic, and diverse culture of Miami with a nod to its Latin American roots, Veza Sur offers a festive and creative beer paradise for all beer lovers and connoisseurs alike. Whether it’s their flagship Mangolandia Wheat Ale or their famous South Coast IPA, Veza Sur has a wide selection of seasonal brews for everyone. This brewery also sets the bar high with its Pachangas and other festive celebrations. It has a spacious and breezy outdoor patio and indoor seating, so it’s a perfect gathering place for family and friends. So come by, bring your gang, and join the celebrations here in Veza Sur Brewery!
- Crowd Favorite: Mangolandia Wheat Beer, 4.8% ABV. Refreshing tropical wheat beer is bursting with fresh mango flavor!
- Highly Recommended: Mala Yerba IPA, 5.2% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: If you’re not a beer person, don’t worry, Veza Sur also serves cocktails, and delicious foods are always available from their in-house food truck.
- Fun Fact: Veza Sur means Beer of the South.
Hours: Open Tue – Thur 12pm–12am, Fri & Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–12am, Mon Closed.
Address: 55 NW 25th St, Miami, FL 33127
Contact: (786) 362-6300 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
4. Lincoln Beard Brewery
Taste Wynwood West’s funkiest watering hole, quench your thirst with a cold beer and discover why they are one of the best. Founded by former military and Department of Defense contractors, Lincoln Beard Brewery offers an industrial vibe with its rustic taproom and funky decors, including a large Lincoln painting (with a witty nod to the former president) and outdoor patio. This brewery always has a cold pint, especially for a warm Florida climate. In addition, they also offer karaoke and live music for entertainment. If you got hungry with all the singing, help yourself with the in-house Taco and Tattoos food trucks.
- Crowd Favorite: P. Swayze IPA, 6.5% ABV.
- Highly Recommended: Average Me Irish Red, 4.8% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Lincoln Beard Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery.
- Fun Fact: Lincoln Beard’s name is inspired by the letter of Grace Bedel, who encouraged Lincoln to grow his beard, which later impacted the world.
Hours: Open Mon 4pm–11pm, Tue 4pm-12am, Wed 4pm–1am, Thur 4pm–12am, Fri & Sat 4pm–1am, Sun 12pm–9pm.
Address: 7360 SW 41st St, Miami, FL 33155
Contact: (305) 912-7390 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
5. Lost City Brewery
When you’re in the mood for an adventure, look for the iconic black building in North Miami and join the expedition to explore the exotic world of craft beer! Accepting the challenges brought by the pandemic, Lost City Brewery opened its door and became the first brewery near Miami International Airport in 2020. Lost City Brewery features a 1,100-square-foot taproom with flowing 16 beers on tap named after the former Abraxas Lounge bar. They specialize in crafting small batches of traditional beers in various styles made from Miami’s local ingredients that offer an adventure in every sip!
- Crowd Favorite: Oleta River IPA, 6.9% ABV. A deep golden American IPA with dominating tropical flavors and notes of citrus.
- Highly Recommended: Holy Scribe, Belgian Tripel, 9.1% ABV.
- Fun Fact: Lost City Brewery is the former famous Abraxas bar on South beach that was close in 2013.
Hours: Open Mon & Tue 4pm–10pm, Wed 4pm–11pm, Thur 4pm–10pm, Fri & Sat 12pm–11pm, Sun 12pm–6pm.
Address: 12207 NE 13th Ct, North Miami, FL 33161
Contact: (305) 456-0318 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
6. The Tank Brewery
Looking for the best place to spend your afternoon? With a mash-up of different personalities and cultural backgrounds, The Tank Brewery is another must-visit place in the Wynwood neighborhood. It has a spacious 4,000 square-foot taproom that features an industrial-style building with high-ceiling and minimalist decors for a welcoming, cozy vibe. They are also famous for their “Sip and Discuss” show with Brett Romberg, offering great conversation while sipping a cold craft beer. The Tank also hosts community events such as an artisan market, cigar lounge, board games, cornhole, and DJ and live music.
- Crowd Favorite: Freedom Tower Red Ale, 5.3% ABV. A perfect blend of coffee, caramel, and toast with a bitter dry finish.
- Highly Recommended: El Farito, American IPA, 6.8% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: The Tank Brewery has an in-house food truck, Twisted Fork Kitchen, which serves the best burgers and truffled potato chips in Miami.
- Fun Fact: The founders of The Tank Brewery are certified homebrewers who team up and make their dream into reality, producing creative and quality craft beer for the community.
Hours: Open Mon-Thur 4pm–11pm, Fri 4pm–1am, Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–10pm.
Address: 5100 NW 72nd Ave A-1, Miami, FL 33166
Contact: (786) 801-1554 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
7. Wynwood Brewing Company
Located in the vibrant and artistic Wynwood District, Wynwood Brewing Company is an excellent addition to Miami’s exploding craft beer industry. Opening its door in 2013, Wynwood Brewing set the craft beer scene in Miami, Florida, as the first craft production brewery in the city. It features a cozy industrial indoor seating adorned by Miami-themed murals and huge ceiling-to-floor windows, offering a peek at their brewery in action. Aside from their award-winning Pop’s Porter and La Rubia Blonde Ale, Wynwood Brewing also offers 18 eclectic beer selections on tap. They are a family-friendly brewery and offer bar snacks. If you want different food to eat, they also welcome outside foods.
- Crowd Favorite: La Rubia Blonde Ale, 5% ABV.
- Highly Recommended: Pop’s Porter, 6.2% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Wynwood Brewing offers street parking only.
- Fun Fact: Wynwood Brewing Company has a cycling club that trains every weekend for the fundraising cycling event in the National MS Society.
Hours: Open Sun-Tue 12pm–10pm, Wed-Sat 12pm-12am.
Address: 565 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127
Contact: (833) 996-9663 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
8. Unseen Creatures Brewing & Blending
Unseen Creatures offer good beers that it’s so good not to be seen! With farmhouse-inspired craft brews, Unseen Creatures provides a wide range of locally produced balance and seasonal craft beers with a distinct dry and straightforward style. This brewery features a modern high-ceiling taproom design with large windows and a clean white and black theme bar.
- Crowd Favorite: The Child IPA, 7% ABV.
- Highly Recommended: Elder Child, 8.5% ABV.
Fun Fact: Unseen Creatures name refers to the yeast and bacteria that added to hops during the fermentation process and makes the magic happen.
Hours: Open Wed & Thur 4pm–12am, Fri & Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 12pm – 8pm, Mon & Tues Closed.
Address: 4178 SW 74th Ct, Miami, FL 33155
Contact: (786) 332-2903 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
9. Dogfish Head Brewery
Your Wynwood beer itinerary will not be complete without visiting the Dogfish Head Brewery. This giant company of brewery, restaurant, inn, and bar in Delaware found a home in the vibrant Wynwood District of Miami. Featuring a round indoor-outdoor bar, you can choose to chill on their sun-bathed outdoor patio or stay in the shed. You can also enjoy a sip of their complex and flavorful beers while appreciating the arts on their muraled walls, showcasing the work of local artists, and enjoy their delicious Caribbean-inspired foods and live music. With a relaxing, welcoming, and family-friendly atmosphere, Dogfish Head Brewery is another Wynwood’s hidden gem.
- Crowd Favorite: 60 Minute IPA, 6% ABV. An American IPA with a citrusy hop character.
- Highly Recommended: 90 Minute Imperial IPA, 9% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Dogfish Head Brewery kitchen is open 12NN to 9 PM on weekdays, except Tuesday and 12 NN to 11 PM on weekends.
Hours: Open Sun & Mon 12pm–10pm, Wed & Thur 12pm–10pm, Fri & Sat 12pm–12am, Tue Closed.
Address: 325 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127
Contact: (305) 796-2727 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
10. Abbey Brewery Company.
Sharing great beer, great people, and great spirit. Abbey Brewery is a microbrewery in South Beach and the oldest microbrewery in Miami. It features a classic European-style taproom with wooden furniture, pool tables, dart, and board games. It offers a relaxing and laid-back neighborhood vibe where you want to spend time drinking beer and playing darts.
- Crowd Favorite: Immaculate IPA, 7.2% ABV. Double dry hopped American IPA with papaya, pineapple, and citrus flavors.
- Highly Recommended: Father Theodore’s Imperial Stout, 10% ABV.
- Fun Fact: Abbey Brewery is the oldest microbrewery in Miami which opened in 1995.
Hours: Open Mon-Fri 3pm–5am, Sat & Sun 1pm-5am.
Address: 1115-1117 16th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Contact: (305) 538-8110 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
11. Beat Culture Brewery and Kitchen
The creator of everything fermented! Beat Culture Brewery aims to mark its name in Miami’s craft beer scene by crafting re-defined beer specialized in “all things fermentable.” They offer various craft beers, from hoppy and fruity, to barrel-aged in small batches, so there is something for everyone. The brewery features a wide, industrial-style indoor seating perfect for private events and large gatherings. Beat Culture Brewery is a hotspot for fantastic car meet-up events, open mic, trivia nights, and live music.
- Crowd Favorite: Vamoose Hazy DIPA, 8.5% ABV. A juicy Imperial IPA with ripe nectarine, mango, and grapefruit flavors.
- Highly Recommended: Social Club New England IPA, 6.9% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Beat Culture serves delicious full-course meals from starters to desserts.
- Fun Fact: The man behind the Beat Culture Brewery is a scientist, a lawyer, and a brewer.
Hours: Open Tue 12pm–8Ppm, Wed -Sat 12pm–11pm, Sun 11am–8pm, Mon Closed.
Address: 7250 NW 11th St, Miami, FL 33126
Contact: (786) 431-5642 | Facebook | Instagram
12. Spanish Marie Brewery
Spanish Marie Brewery is an independent brewery located at 120th St. Suite and was founded by two certified beer enthusiasts. Winning its gold medal for Colada Porter, Spanish Marie debuted in Florida’s craft beer scene. This brewery features a high-ceiling industrial building with spacious indoor seating accentuated by its iconic moss wall bar. It offers a classy yet laid-back vibe that is perfect for family and friend gatherings. They also serve food, so don’t forget to check their craft food and delicious pizza!
- Crowd Favorite: Ecto Cooler Sour, 7.5% ABV. A tasty fruity sour with an exciting blend of tangerine, orange, and lemonade.
- Highly Recommended: Cotton Candy: Blue Raspberry, Sour, 7.5% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Spanish Marie is now accepting table reservations and private events.
- Fun Fact: The brewery’s name is inspired by the story of Marie Waite, who brought up an alcohol smuggling empire to a million-dollar business during the Prohibition Era.
Hours: Open Mon-Wed 4pm–10pm, Thur 4pm–11pm, Fri 4pm–1am, Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–8pm.
Address: 14251 SW 120th St Suite 108, Miami, FL 33186
Contact: (305) 456-5490 | Facebook | Instagram | Website
13. Época Brewery
They may be small, but they brew big flavors! Located at 13th Avenue, North Miami, Época Brewery is a nano-brewery and the newest addition to Miami’s craft beer scene. It’s the product of pursuing passion and traveling worldwide to learn the craft beer industry. Featuring a spacious white indoor taproom and grass carpeted outdoor beer garden decorated with string lights and plants, it gives a relaxing and cozy ambiance from the bustling city life. You’ll find 12 beers on tap ranging from IPAs, Lagers, and fruited Ales.
- Crowd Favorite: Zenith IPA, 8% ABV. A light double IPA with guava and strawberry flavors.
- Highly Recommended: First Offering IPA, 4.5% ABV.
Hours: Open Mon-Wed 4pm–10pm, Thur 4pm–11pm, Fri 4pm–1am, Sat 12pm–1am, Sun 12pm–8pm.
Address: 12355 NE 13th Ave #108, North Miami, FL 33161
Contact: (305) 394-5413 | Facebook | Instagram
14. Focal Brewing Company
The Focal point of great music and good beer at the heart of Little River, Miami! It’s not just a brewery but a café that has become a favorite hotspot for coffee lovers in the morning and beer enthusiasts in the evening. They offer a wide selection of beer, from crisp Caribbean-style lager to fruity sour. Focal Brewing features a spacious, clean taproom and bar with mounted bicycles and plants as main attractions. This brewery is also famous for its two ample private spaces that cater to any private events.
- Crowd Favorite: Mayami Blonde, 5% ABV.
- Highly Recommended: Shamrock Red, Red Ale, 5% ABV.
- Hop-py Note: Not a beer fan but wanted to chill out with Focal Brewing? Don’t worry, they also serve wines and prosecco!
- Fun Fact: Focal Beer Café’s name is inspired on their tagline: “Don’t lose FOcus, drink loCAL”.
Hours: Open Thur & Fri 5pm–11pm, Sat-Wed Closed.
Address: 7235 NE 4th Ave, Miami, FL 33138
Contact: Facebook | Instagram | Website
