Top 10 Best Breweries in South Austin

The capital city is full of amazing beer flavors that are curated right here in Austin. You can truly transport yourself to the European countryside with a tasty beer flight. Any one of these breweries in south Austin will have you coming back for more each time you visit. Check out the bustle of South Austin’s brewery scene next time you venture across the river!

Nomadic Beerworks

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Our first stop in south Austin is Nomadic Beerworks! Serving up tons of different traditional beer styles, Nomadic Beerworks aims to showcase the variety of beers from across the world. Try their Kolsch-style blonde, juicy tropical IPA, new age pale ale, hoppy wheat beer, stouts, and a smoked pecan red ale. Taste a little of Texas brews at one of the best breweries in south Austin.

Hours & Location

SUN-WED | 11AM-9PM
THURS-SAT | 11AM-10PM

?3804 Woodbury Dr. Suite A
Austin, TX 78704

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(512) Brewing Company

? 512 Brewing Company

An iconic craft brewery, 512 Brewing Company is home to true Austin classics. You can find 512 beers at many local retailers or through their tasting room. Try 512’s home-brewed wit, pale ale, IPA, and a classic pecan porter. They even have seasonal brews for fall and summer. Check out their double-aged whiskey barrel pecan porter for a flavor explosion perfect for fall holiday parties!

Hours & Location

SAT | 1PM-5PM

?407 Radam Ln
Austin, TX 78745

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Vacancy Brewing

Combining a steady rotation of seasonal beers and a core set, Vacancy Brewing is home to a variety of beer styles. Check out their tasting room in south Austin for their current seasonal rotation. Though when you visit, Vacancy Brewing will always have their core three beers: sparkling golden ale, dry-hopped amber ale, and a crisp pilsner!

Hours & Location

THURS-FRI | 2PM-10PM
SAT | 12PM-10PM
SUN | 12PM-9PM
MON | 2PM-10PM

? 624 West 34^thAustin, TX, 78705

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Meanwhile Brewing

This South Austin brewery is a popular stop for many locals and visitors alike. Their huge taproom features over 20 mouth-watering beers, wines, ciders, and low-proof cocktails. If you’re hungry grab a delicious handheld from one of their three food trucks. Need that 2 pm pick me up? Grab your favorite caffeinated beverage at Meanwhile Brewing, one of the best breweries in south Austin.

Hours & Location

MON-WED | 8AM-10PM
THURS-SAT | 8AM-11PM
SUN | 9AM-9PM

?3901 Promontory Point Dr
Austin, TX 78744

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Last Stand Brewing

? Last Stand Brewing

If you find yourself wandering around Austin’s iconic South Congress Ave, you have to stop by Last Stand Brewing. With tons of warehouse space in their tasting room, you can bring the whole family. In partnership with Southside Flying Pizza, you can get handmade pies to share on property as well! Check out their events lineup too for karaoke, live music, and trivia nights!

Hours & Location

TUES-SAT | 11AM-10PM
SUN-MON | 11AM-9PM

?4119 Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751

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South Austin Beer Garden

? South Austin Beer Garden

Get the best of both worlds with juicy Texan barbecue and a myriad of Austin-brewed beers and ciders. For the full library of local beers, South Austin Beer Garden is a great time to gather with all your friends. Try tons of local brews from Pinthouse, Austin Beerworks, Celis, Friends & Allies, Independence Native Texan, Karbach, and many more on tap!

Hours & Location

MON-SUN | 12PM-2AM

?10700 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78748

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Pinthouse Brewing

Easily one of the best breweries in south Austin, Pinthouse Brewing has a solidified position in Austin’s beer culture. Their electric jellyfish hazy IPA is easily one of the most popular beers in Texas. With a gorgeous new space in south Austin, Pinthouse Brewing offers a tasty food menu to complement its range of brews. Try their magical pilsner next time you visit for a crispy and refreshing beer.

Hours & Location

SUN-THURS | 11AM-10PM
FRI-SAT | 11AM-11PM

?2201 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741

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St. Elmo Brewing

Check out a range of brews and wine when you step into St. Elmo Brewing. With a drink for every personality, St. Elmo Brewing aims to serve a variety of flavors for every season. Check out refreshing Vienna lagers, pale ales, Czech dark lagers, dry stouts, berry sours, Kolsch, gose, English brown ale, winter ales, and three different Fairweather ciders.

Hours & Location

TUES-WED | 12PM-10PM
THURS-SAT | 12PM-11PM
SUN | 12PM-10PM

?440 E St. Elmo G-2
Austin, TX 78745

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Thirsty Planet

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You can find Thirsty Planet beers at many different bars around Austin. Most notably, Thirsty Goat is a popular amber ale that is ubiquitous around town. Check out their taproom nestled in the bustling South Congress neighborhood for more of Thirsty Planet’s brews. They have a Kolsch, IPA, and a Berliner-style brew in addition to the amber favorite.

Hours & Location

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?8201 S. Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78745

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Independence Brewing

? Independence Brewing Co.

Covering all your popular beer flavors, Independence Brewing keeps it simple by supplying our capital city with delicious brews. Their popular native Texan pilsner is crisp and refreshing. Their Austin amber ale offers a malty flavor with a smooth finish. And their stash IPA takes makes hops the star flavor. Grab any of their beers locally at various bars and grocery stores. Check out one of the best breweries in south Austin at Independence Brewing.

Hours & Location

? 3913 Todd Ln #607, Austin, TX 78744

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Top 10 Best Breweries in South Austin

Nomadic Beerworks

(512) Brewing Company

Vacancy Brewing

Meanwhile Brewing

Last Stand Brewing

South Austin Beer Garden

Pinthouse Brewing

St. Elmo Brewing

Thirsty Planet

Independence Brewing

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Top 10 Best Breweries in South Austin

Nomadic Beerworks

(512) Brewing Company

Vacancy Brewing

Meanwhile Brewing

Last Stand Brewing

South Austin Beer Garden

Pinthouse Brewing

St. Elmo Brewing

Thirsty Planet

Independence Brewing

More Stuff To Do in Austin

Follow us

Curated by

Hailey Way