10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Round Rock

"North Austin Austin Beerworks keeps coming up with serious winners -- most recently, their Super Awesome Lager took home the 2017 Great American Beer Festival Gold in the light lager category. Their Pearl Snap and Fire Eagle IPA are infinitely drinkable, the kind of beers you recommend to a friend that’s just figuring out they love craft beer. They’ve also significantly leveled up their hosting game with a big, beautiful taproom designed to cater to the masses; you can buy many of their core beers in-store, but the taproom has specialty drafts you can only get onsite."

"While Austin Beerworks has only been around since 2011 their brand is on its way to becoming an iconic part of Austin. Found as both cans and on draft, the popular beer is drinkable yet refined and cheap enough to bring a 6 pack to the pool party without breaking the bank. The year-round selection includes favorites like the Bloodwork Orange IPA, Fire Eagle American IPA, Peacemaker Extra Pale, and Pearl Snap German Pils."

"Austin Beerworks is a true staple of the Austin brewing scene, where you can sample suds right in the middle of the working brewery. Sip one of the canned core four beers (like the Peacemaker ale) or a seasonal brew. Stick around for live music and eats from an on-site food truck.Tap-room patio is open and beer-to-go is available: https://austinbeerworks.square.site/"

"The pastel-clad front yard says it all: inviting and quaint, but never boring. Blue Owl Brewing is a neighborhood staple, pouring sour beers in an a setting that doubles as a hipster-chic gallery, where twenty bucks gets you a “behind-the-tanks” tour and four 12-ounce beers. The brewery has made a name for itself specializing in sour beers, so if that’s not your taste, this isn’t your place."

"Blue Owl Brewing continues to break new ground with their innovative sour-mashed beers. Visit the tasting room and chat with the beer experts about the science behind their brewing process as you sample sour ales and stouts. Or take the weekend brewery tour and try unreleased sour beers.Pre-order beer-to-go for pickup: https://blueowlbrewing.square.site/shop/beer-to-go/2"

"Blue Owl Brewing has been dedicated to the craft of sour-mashing your favorite beer styles since 2015!. Just east of downtown Austin, step into Blue Owl’s welcoming Tasting Room or outdoor space to enjoy their sour beer with the fam!"

"One of the youngest breweries on our list, Zilker Brewing has made a big splash in a few short years. Voted “Best Brewery Taproom” by Austin Beer Guide editors, this East 6th Street “Urban Brewery” looks like it’s been there for ages, seamlessly integrated into what used to be a mechanic’s garage. There are plenty of seasonal beers in rotation here, but you can usually find their light, crisp Honey Blonde, bready Marco IPA, and creamy Coffee Milk Stout."

"Another excellent choice for those perfectly hoppy hazy IPAs. They’ve got great mainstays, some superb seasonal beers, and a great atmosphere. They host a lot of fun events too!"

"The best place to find American-Belgo ales Marco Polo, y'all #paleale"

"Hops & Grain should be at the top of your to-visit list in Austin; they’re one of the OG East Austin breweries in town!. These are the beers you’ll probably see at a lot of bars and events around town, but do yourself a favor and get into the brewery to try that Haze Country (double IPA) or Mosaic (America IPA) fresh on tap to experience the true depth of flavor that Hops & Grain is capable of producing. *COVID update: the taproom is open, and beer to-go is available."

"Hops & Grain Brewing is an eco-conscious East Austin brewery that produces hoppy hometown heroes like The One They Call Zoe and A Pale Mosaic. Make yourself at home in the taproom and grab a bite to eat on the weekends from one of the rotating food trucks. Be sure to pick up a healthy dog treat before you leave — they're made from spent grains!"

"Head into the taproom at the sustainable brewery to see what experimental beers (and coffee) are being worked on in the taproom, which is open 10 a.m."

"East Austin Friends and Allies had a beer even before they had a taproom to serve it in; their Noisy Cricket IPA garnered a cult following pretty quickly, so once their space in Springdale Station opened, it was an immediate hit. This sunny spot with big windows and a modern aesthetic is a frequent destination for fans of the Austin Bouldering Project (next door), and for east side dwellers looking to stay a little closer to home. In addition to their core beers, Friends and Allies features six rotating seasonal options on tap, ensuring variety even for regular patrons."

"Known for the cheeky ImPeach beer, this brewery has a large patio, food trucks, and is conveniently located next to Austin Eastciders. The tasting room is open daily."

"Oddwood Ales is unique in that it doesn’t focus solely on American style wild ales; they also brew plenty of hoppy pale ales (which I actually prefer at this location….they’re fantastic!) and a wide variety of other beer styles. The brewpub is dark and cozy and also offers thin crust bar pizzas. If you’re looking for a brewery to visit on a cold or rainy day, Oddwood Ales is definitely your place."

"Kick back on the kid- and dog-friendly patio at Oddwood Ales, a cozy East Austin neighborhood brew pub. Oddwood specializes in American-style wild ales, lagers and hoppy pale ales. Try your hand at the free arcade games.Patio dining is available for food and beer, along with take-out"

"A smaller brewery specializing in craft, American-style, pale ales, and lagers. Their beers are unique in that they are “wild ales” — brewed using wild yeast, which can result in a more sour taste. It’s a very fun little brewery and definitely one to try out."

"The North Burnet brewery brews its beers with Texas and German brewing processes, leading to stalwart drafts like the Envy (an amber) and the Blur (a Texas hefe), all available to drink at its great outdoor and indoor spaces. Seafood truck Huckleberry is parked at the taproom for all food needs. The beers are also available within the Q2 Stadium."

"Circle Brewery gets down to the basics, using German standards for its brewing process. The tasting room is open Thursday 5 to 9 p.m., until 10 p.m. on Friday, noon to 10 p.m."

"This beer mecca's Mueller location has nearly 30 different brews rotating on tap. Swing by one of the tap room's special events to sample new beers from local breweries."

"An aviation-themed brewery, Flying Man offers Texas ales, local wines, and mead. It’s open Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, from noon to 10 p.m., Saturday from noon to 10 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m."

"Pizzeria Vetri is the newest addition to Urban Outfitter’s Space 24 Twenty on the Drag, and is definitely worth the hype. Enjoy thin-crust pizza cooked in a brick oven or gourmet salads on the spacious back patio."

"Specializes in: Pizza (duh)Alluding to one of the least attractive creatures on the planet might not make your stomach growl, but don't let that dissuade you. Possum's foldable, New York-style thin crust slices (self-dubbed as "vegan trash pizza") are hugely popular among the vegan set, and in addition to regular offerings like pepperoni (seitan), the menu also features specialty pizzas. Take a walk on the wild (animal) side with the Buffalo Cauli pizza, or a Bac’n Mac’n Cheezer.How to order: You can call or text 512-939-7787 to order for pick-up."

"If you have a hankering for something sweet, creamy, and easy on the eyes, consider a swirl of homemade soft serve from General Tso’Boy, a New York pop-up turned Austin brick-and-mortar serving up a fusion of Chinese food and New Orleans-style po’boy sandwiches. General Tso’Boy offers a rotating menu of soft serve flavors like pineapple cake and green tea. 11501 Rock Rose, Ste."

"The iconic South Congress Snack Bar has been resurrected in Cherrywood in April, serving local snacks alongside beer, wine, cocktails, and coffee. The small outdoor patio has fire pits and the inside has an eclectic living room feel. The cafe is open for dine-in service."

"Boasting a dynamic menu that includes the freshest ingredients in Central Austin, BarChi has quickly become a neighborhood favorite. Featuring fresh sushi and maki rolls as well as a delicious variety of rare sashimi items, BarChi prepares delicious, cutting-edge Japanese cuisine with competitive pricing and portion size. The sleek, modern interior makes it a swanky standout in the bustling Second Street District; perfect for hosting private parties or a night on the town."

"Located in Austin’s 2nd Street District,Bar Chi Sushimakes the “best of” list for its enormous menu offering a wide array of sushi, maki rolls, noodle dishes, bento boxes, teppanyaki (gotta love a hot skillet plate), and cocktails. The daily happy hour specials are always a draw as is the reverse happy hour on Friday and Saturday nights."

"Barchi is known to have one of the best happy hours in Austin. Not only do they offer half-priced select rolls from 3-7pm during the week, but they also offer a reverse happy hour from 10pm-12am on Thursday and 10pm-1am on Friday and Saturday. Strobe lights, a very energetic DJ, and half priced sake."