Eat, drink and be merry this autumn season with a great selection of breweries to choose from right here in the Greater Reading area. It’s home to some of PA’s highest rated and most unique beer destinations, after all. Here’s a handy list to get you started…
1787 Brewing Company in Hamburg offers a variety of unique and memorable brews from caramel malt stouts to oatmeal IPAs named for area landmarks and notable persons, all in a classy café setting complete with classic pub fare and seating overlooking the brewing area.
1787brewingcompany.com | 484.665.3032
The Barley Mow in West Reading curates a wide selection of craft beers from all over the country and pairs them with a menu of Asian, Central American and French influence in an area that includes outdoor seating.
barleymowbeer.com | 484.926.2094
Broken Chair Brewery in West Reading breaks the mold, making the entire stainless-steel brewery visible through glass inviting visitors to see the process behind making their signature milk IPAs.
Chatty Monks Brewing Co. in West Reading blends Indian-inspired cuisine, funky fruit sours and ciders in a unique pub and eatery experience.
chattymonks.com | 484.818.0176
Copperz Brewing Company in Hamburg serves exclusive Nordic and Irish ales and stouts paired with specialty mixed drinks and old-fashioned pub favorite food items amidst a nautical steampunk sci-fi-inspired aesthetic.
copperzbrewing.com | 484.660.3545
Golden Avalanche Brewing Company in Kutztown takes a page from classic German brewing techniques and flavors and adds its own unique spin, with in-house brewing for five exclusive malts in a friendly barroom atmosphere. Be sure to check back for their signature seasonals.
kutztowntavern.com | 610.683.9600
Hidden River Brewing Company set in Douglassville serves a sizable collection of house-brewed IPAs and Central European cuisine in a quaint cottage setting. Beware: word is the place has a haunted history.
hiddenriverbrewing.com | 484.798.8065
Liberty Ale House in Shillington, The Liberty Tap Room in Reading, and Liberty at Dryville in Mertztown, are all-American brew pubs, serving up classic and creative cuisine, as well as ice-cold exclusive ales.
thelibertytaproom.com | Shillington: 610.370.7895 | Reading: 610.743.3228 | Mertztown: 610.899.2863
Oakbrook Brewing Co. in Reading offers a unique pub atmosphere in the restored, long-standing Oakbrook fire station and has plenty of flagship fruit stouts and ales on tap.
oakbrookbrew.com | 484.755.5289
The Other Farm Brewing Company of Boyertown mixes rustic wheat lagers with live music in a social and home-grown atmosphere suitable for kids and adults.
theotherfarmbrewingcompany.com | 484.415.0741
The Referend Bier Blendery of Kutztown, located deep in the heart of scenic farm country, has a wide selection of naturally brewed beer and mixed drinks, aged in vintage wooden barrels.
thereferend.com | 609.474.0443
Saucony Creek Franklin Station Brewpub in Reading offers adventurous Stouts and IPAs featuring international flavors in its beautifully restored, historical Franklin Street Station. You can also visit their original location in Kutztown.
sauconybeer.com | Reading: 484.755.5680 | Kutztown: 610.683.3128
Schaylor Brewing Company in Shillington adds live music and events to its offerings for all who wish to try their international menu and truly unique ales.
schaylorbrewingcompany.com | 610.750.5442
Sly Fox Brewing Company of Wyomissing gathers some of the most acclaimed ales and IPAs in the county in a casual pub and grill for the whole family, with dozens of brews to choose from. You can even take your brew outside to enjoy next to the fireplace on a cool night.
slyfoxbeer.com/wyomissing | 484.878.2154
The Speckled Hen Cottage Pub in downtown Reading brings a little piece of England to Berks County with its signature microbrews and cuisine straight from the British Isles, all in the quiet atmosphere of an authentic 18th century log house. Scotch Egg anyone?
speckledhenpub.com | 610.685.8511
Willow Creek Brewing in West Reading serves up unusual and experimental ale creations for adventurous drinkers, and a comfort food heavy menu, all in a relaxing atmosphere. Bonus: the brewery is big on giving back. Ask about stealing a mug.
willowcreekbeer.com | 484.664.0368
