Location: Fort Collins
Top Things to do in Fort Collins
10 Breweries in Fort Collins That You Shouldn't Miss
Fort Collins is the Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat and the most populous municipality of Larimer County, Colorado, United States. Situated on the Cache La Poudre River along the Colorado Front Range, Fort Collins is located 65 miles (105 km) north of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver. With a 2016 estimated population of 161,000, it is the fourth most populous city in Colorado after Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora. Fort Collins is a midsize college city, home to Colorado State University.
Restaurants in Fort Collins
1. New Belgium Brewing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,247 reviews
A 100% employee-owned brewery recently named the nation's best brewery tour by USA Today's 10Best. Full tap selection featuring year-round favorites and small-batch beauties. Free tours (book in advance to claim a spot) and a different food truck every day. Kids welcome, but must be 21+ to sample our delicious beers. Well-behaved dogs on a leash also welcome. Indoor bars, outdoor patio and lawn. Electric vehicle charging available.
Reviewed By Ozefish479 - Los Angeles, United States
The rating is solely for the beer, which is some of the most innovative and highest quality in the USA. They have so many styles you are sure to find one (likely many more) that you love. The bar and outside areas are excellent and sipping a great beer in the winter sun is a highlight of any trip to Fort Collins. Now for the tour, which had been on our bucket list since my son started attending CSU. He was finally 21 so we were good to go. Fear and trepidation entered my heart when the first announcement from the tour guide was that he spoke too fast. I think that’s what he said but he spoke so fast I could only catch every third word. So off we went. The beer samples were great but the information was mostly indecipherable.
2. Purpose Brewing and Cellars
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
brewery taproom serving unique beers that are different every weekend. There is always at least one beer from a different barrel every week, reaching over the whole spectrum of sour beer. Check out the website for current list of the beers we are serving this week.
Reviewed By BackPacker292895
Purpose - great craft beer, wonderful story, and engaging service. Don’t miss this treasure on your next Ft Collins visit! We’re certain to return!
3. Funkwerks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By 139savannaha - Fort Collins, United States
Funkwerks is probably my favorite brewery in FoCo! The beers are incredible, the staff are fantastic, and they're dog friendly!
4. Odell Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 485 reviews
Reviewed By davidbB3895VV - Fort Collins, United States
Always a nice and relaxing experience. The beers and staff are excellent. Nice tasting room with large patio.
5. Horse & Dragon Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
We are a family-owned craft brewery brewing up small-batch beers that taste great paired with food or friends (or both!). Our Tasting Room is currently open for curbside pickup and outdoor seating only (no heaters, so please #BYOBlanket) from 3-7 pm M-F and 12-5pm Saturdays & Sundays. For online orders, curbside pickup, and to-go beers, you can order in advance at http://bit.ly/orderhnd. If the standard pickup times don't work for you, please let us know via the contact # on the site. Cheers!
Reviewed By D1617IKjeans - Fort Collins, United States
They have lots unique beers and a great patio!! Great place to hang out with friends! They have different beers often. From a light to a chocolate stout!!
6. Snowbank Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By stacia30 - Fort Collins, United States
Wonderful beer and taproom. The best beer in Fort Collins with very friendly staff. The Cranknbrew Coffee Pale and Snow Juice IPA are awesome. It’s great they sell these beers in six packs too!
7. Zwei Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By MrDavid14 - Hawthorne, United States
Just a beer experience without going to Germany. Vienna Lager is just absolutely delicious and outstanding. I am from NJ with Jim an original patron and I thank him for the experience. Love this place!
8. McClellan's Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
We are a small craft brewery located in the Taft Hill and Elizabeth King Soopers shopping center. We specialize in celtic cask ales, high end charcuterie, and gourmet hot sandwiches. We have a full bar and a dog friendly patio.
Reviewed By josephu510 - Fort Collins, United States
Their cask aged beers are a great change of pace from other beers on the market. The Wulver is their cask aged IPA and is great. They always have something new to try as well. I just tried their Black Cork porter and it didn't disappoint.
9. Jessup Farm Barrel House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By JMac2002 - Des Moines, United States
We chose to stop at Jessup Farm Barrel House for some drinks and snacks while we were on a Colorado road trip and stopped in Fort Collins. We sat at the upstairs bar. The brewery is in a barn, which made for a really fun atmosphere and good views of the surrounding area. The brewery had a diverse array of beers to choose from. We sat for several hours and sampled quite a few from the offerings. The sours were very good. Really enjoyed the beer and cheese flight that was offered. Nice merchandise items in the store as well. We took a growler with us when we left and would stop at this brewery again if we're in Fort Collins. Be sure to stop in some of the little shops in the area too!
10. Maxline Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Maxline Brewing’s commitment to quality malts, hops, water, and yeast matches our passion for brewing enticing beer. Our Taproom is your new living room!
Reviewed By Briandutcavich1 - Lock Haven, United States
Went to beer bingo (they have it every Monday) with a couple friends and my dog and it was such an amazing environment ! Such good beer and well priced plus they had a food truck outside and you can bring any snacks from home in ! It’s awesome can’t wait to go back :)
