Pittsburgh was named the best beer city in America in 2023, and the scene has only gotten stronger since. With more than 60 craft breweries operating in and around the city, Pittsburgh offers everything from experimental small-batch IPAs to German-style lagers brewed in historic church buildings. These twelve breweries represent the best of the craft, each bringing something distinct to the city's thriving beer culture.
1. Brew Gentlemen
Braddock • 512 Braddock Ave, Braddock, PA 15104
One of the most award-winning breweries in the Pittsburgh region, earning gold medals at the U.S. Open Beer Championship. Their refined, balanced approach to IPAs is world-class, and the taproom in revitalized Braddock is a destination worth the drive.
2. Dancing Gnome Beer
Sharpsburg • 925 Main St, Sharpsburg, PA 15215
Specializing in hop-forward ales and IPAs, Dancing Gnome has developed a cult following among hop heads. Can releases sell out quickly, and the taproom features rotating hazy IPAs, pale ales, and seasonal offerings that push creative boundaries.
3. Grist House Craft Brewery
Millvale • 10 E Sherman St, Millvale, PA 15209
This family-owned brewery in Millvale is beloved for its welcoming taproom, dog-friendly patio, and consistently excellent beer. Rotating taps cover everything from fruited sours to robust stouts.
4. Church Brew Works
Lawrenceville • 3525 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
A brewpub in a beautifully restored 1902 Roman Catholic church. The brewing kettles sit where the altar once stood, stained glass filters natural light, and award-winning beers pair with an eclectic menu. Unlike any brewery in America.
5. East End Brewing
East End • 147 Julius St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Pittsburgh's original craft brewery and pioneer since 2004. The large taproom features about 14 beers on tap, pinball machines, outdoor picnic tables, and regular food trucks. Big Hop IPA is a city staple.
6. Hitchhiker Brewing
Mount Lebanon • 190 Castle Shannon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Known for creative, experimental brews that push boundaries. The rotating tap list might include a pastry stout with maple and bacon or a dry-hopped pilsner. Inventive, playful energy.
7. Eleventh Hour Brewing
Lawrenceville • 5765 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
A Lawrenceville neighborhood brewery with a cozy taproom focused on balanced, drinkable styles. Eleventh Hour excels at session beers, amber ales, and seasonal releases that reward multiple visits.
8. Penn Brewery
North Side • 800 Vinial St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Operating in a historic brewery building approaching 170 years old, Penn Brewery produces German-style lagers with old-world authenticity. The vibe feels like a European beer hall with massive copper kettles and an outdoor biergarten.
9. Cinderlands Beer Co.
Strip District • 2601 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cinderlands combines a serious food program with exceptional craft beer. The Strip District production facility features wood-fired dishes alongside IPAs, lagers, and wild ales with an impressive barrel-aged program.
10. Trace Brewing
Bloomfield • 4312 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Housed in a converted brass foundry in Bloomfield, Trace offers craft beers and a cafe-by-day, brewery-by-night concept. The industrial space is dog-friendly with indoor and outdoor seating.
11. Hop Farm Brewing
Lawrenceville • 5601 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
A Lawrenceville brewery with a large, inviting taproom focused on hop-forward beers and lagers. The spacious indoor-outdoor setup makes it ideal for groups, and rotating food pop-ups keep things fresh.
12. Strange Roots Experimental Ales
Millvale • 501 E Ohio St, Millvale, PA 15209
Pittsburgh's destination for wild and sour ales. Strange Roots specializes in barrel-aged, mixed-fermentation beers that rival the best sour producers in the country.
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