10 Best Breweries in Cypress

"You can’t talk about Houston breweries without mentioning the Texas OG, the patron saint of craft suds, Saint Arnold. Even if it wasn’t the oldest in the biz, the 25-year-old homegrown brewing company is easily Houston’s baddest, earning its spot in any discussion of “bests” in the Lone Star state today. Saint A’s sturdy selection of year-rounds and seasonals keep everyone coming back for more (and attending pub crawls around the city), while beer geeks are kept on their toes thanks to highly coveted specialty releases, including the barrel-aged Bishop’s Barrel and single-batch Divine Reserve series."

"Located right in the midst of Houston’s downtown, Saint Arnold Brewing Company was the first of the Houston breweries and also Texas’s first craft brewery. Back in 1994, the owners saw a void — at the time, Houston was the biggest city in the country without a microbrewery — and filled it. Today, they serve their beer in either their cathedral-looking tasting room or a huge outdoor beer garden with picnic tables galore, perfect for grabbing a beer with your friends and family (feels like an epic Oktoberfest waiting to happen)."

"Right outside of Downtown Houston, Saint Arnold is a beer garden and restaurant. As one of the breweries open at later hours, there’s no excuse to stop and try their year-round or seasonal batches!. Where: 2000 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020"

"In the afternoon, head to one of Houston’s local breweries – 8th Wonder and Saint Arnold’s are two of the best around. Hang out in the beer hall or patio and catch up with some friends. If you’re looking for a larger variety of beverages, check out Axelrad, a beer garden in Midtown with hammocks, dog friends, and a local food truck or two. No weekend in Houston is complete without a visit to Rice University, so after having your fill, (responsibly) make your way there for a sunset light show spectacle at the Turrell Skyspace."

"8th Wonder Brewery may have only been open for about six years in the Sugarland area, but it’s already recognized as one of the best TX breweries. Its signature beers, like Dome Faux’m and Rocket Fuel can now be found on tap walls and store shelves all across the region. Soon they’ll be opening a companion distillery that will provide opportunities for further growth and more tasty handcrafted beverages."

"Like many cities across the country, Houston has felt the quakes of the recent craft-beer boom. This brewery, in particular, happens to be my favorite. Named after the now defunct Astrodome (which many consider to be the 8th architectural wonder of the modern world), 8th Wonder’s beers are like the spirit of the city hoppified."

"Named for a town in Germany (where beer is a way of life), Karbach Brewing Co. doesn’t mess around when crafting its exceptional product. As a result, the popular macro-brewery has experienced meteoric growth since launching in 2011, undergoing a major expansion in 2015. To peruse Karbach’s portfolio is to discover a range of seasonal sippers, along with expert year-round takes on double IPA, blonde ale, wheat beer, and so much more."

"Yes, this fast-growing brewery is now a part of AB InBev’s "High End" portfolio. And yes, we realize much of the microbrew community considers selling out to “big beer” a sin beyond atonement. Still, Karbach’s stable of monster beers is an undeniable powerhouse, and it’s earned the brewery a perpetual mention in Houston’s list of essential brewers."

"If you’re looking for a brewery with their own restaurant and fine cuisine, this is the spot for you. Their enormous patio has plenty of seating. They also offer brunch!"

"SpindleTap Brewery is an ode to the town of Spindletop, which was an old Texas oil boom town which gave rise to many of the big oil companies that we see today. But with today’s shift to more renewable energy, SpindleTap is trying to strike a different kind of liquid gold…the consumable kind. Based on the marketplace and our taste buds, this is one of the Houston breweries that has struck gold and the beer is gushing!"

"Core beers: Calavera Lager, Boomtown Blonde, Honey Hole Honey Ale, Hop Gusher West Coast IPA, Houston Haze IPA, Heavy Hands DIPA. Seasonal beers: Frost Bite Cry Hopped IPA (January-March), Fresh Buds IPA (April). Other releases: Spindletap does a DIPA release every three weeks."

"You may find it odd that a brewpub is right inside a well-known organic grocery store. But, their access to fresh ingredients and herbs will make you understand why. Pair your brew with food and then you’ll always want to go shopping at Whole Foods!"

"Beers: Stella Ella Kölsch, Heff Off Mate Hefeweizen, Bal-Drick Baltic Porter, Cherry Ripe Imperial Stout, The Bradbury Sour, Who’s the Bougie Tart Sour, (Not An) Oktoberpus Lager, Rough End of the Pineapple Sour, Ulured Imperial Red Ale, Out of Orbit Hazy IPA, Freckled Dingo IPA, Cadillac Ranch IPA. Noteworthy: Platypus is partly owned by Australians and its beers often reflect that."

"Platypus Brewing is a unique and interesting brewery that takes an Australian flare to its craft beer. It is here where you can find many beers that has been crafted with rare Australian hops that make your mouth water. Plus, they don’t just serve Australian style beer, but they also serve some food specialties from Australia as well like sausage rolls and meat pies."

"The brainchild of husband, wife, and pal trio, Platypus Brewing boasts brews and bites inspired by flavors from Australia and Texas as a nod to the background of the owners. Think Bobby Dazzler, an Australian blonde ale brewed with local Houston honey and Australian topaz hops, or a Freckled Dingo Pale Ale, perfect with a side of crispy fried curry Brussels sprouts."

"This amazing company definitely has an eye for design as you can tell just by walking into their store. You’ll be greeted by wooden tree sculpture anchoring the bar, the colorful tap handles, and the stone labyrinth crowned with an apple fountain, all will make you simply go in awe. They also don’t just server cider only."

"Cider fans rejoice, Houston’s freshest cidery, City Orchard, is here. Opt for the Mr. Green, made with Greening apples or the sparkling King Blossom with a side of warm and fluffy apple fritters. Don’t worry beer drinkers, there are a couple of brews on tap as well."

"Avonak Distillery is Texas’ first certified organic distillery in Texas. The distillery takes its name from a small town north of Houston, where it is based. Founded in 2016 by Kyle Wray, his wife, and a diverse group of Houstonians, the distillery introduced its first products to the market in mid-2018."

"This sustainable brewery offers hoppy IPAs, lagers, stouts and ciders in the Garden Oaks/Oak Forest area. With 12 beers on tap, the brewery proudly packages grains spent during production and donates them to local farmers for livestock feed. Pair a cold one with a slice of pizza from the Purple Flower pizza truck, always parked outside the brewery."

"20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble 77338 Spend the day at Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center, which runs next to Spring Creek in Northeast Houston, and your family won't run out of things to do. Aside from the actual Nature Center learning building, there are numerous trails (all of which are wheelchair accessible) that range from 1.2 to .29 miles long. Check out the map to plan which trails you would like to hit during your visit."

"Open daily and free of charge, this 312-acre park is the perfect day trip for anyone looking to get outdoors. The park boasts a playground, canoe launch, and picnic area Best of all, in addition to their primitive trails, the park has 8 miles of trails that are handicap-friendly and accessible with strollers. An interesting feature of this park is that if you walk towards the creek, you’ll find yourself on a white sand beach!"

"If you’re looking for a cake that makes such a big impression it’s practically an addition to the guest list, your search has finally ended. Showcakes Houston offers a wide range of cakes and desserts, each more meticulously decorated than the last."

"This decades-old Montrose café is still wildly popular today, thanks in part to its solid coffee program, including free refills on the house blend and a vast list of beverage choices, from the Sugar Daddy, a latte with cream and hazelnut, to the Almond Joy, sweet with almond and chocolate syrup. Looking for a boozy boost?. Try one of the many coffee cordials, spiked with Kahlua or Bailey’s Irish cream."

"Common Bond, Cafe Brasil, and Empire Cafe are a few delicious brunch options in the area. After food, jump in the car and head to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, which is about a 45-minute drive. Here, there are several exhibits on the space exploration and discovery that’s gone on in this scientific hub. While you’re there, you can grab lunch on the Kemah Boardwalk."

"This Montrose-area restaurant has a beautiful patio for you to enjoy while you eat your breakfast. Their prices are reasonable and they take great pleasure in their food and service. Many would argue they have the best breakfast in Houston."