Salt Lake City breweries offer a surprising variety of creative craft beers, welcoming atmospheres, and great patio spaces perfect for a post-adventure drink. As someone who always seeks out local breweries when I travel, I was excited to create my own Salt Lake City Brewery Tour and discover what the city had on tap.

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I started by finding a brewery close to my Airbnb and let the locals guide the rest of my route—bartenders, beer menus, and a few friendly regulars helped shape my brewery crawl. I didn’t make it to every stop on my list, but each place I visited left me excited to come back and explore more. The list below follows the order of my visits, and if you’re planning your own brewery adventure in Salt Lake City, I hope this gives you a great starting point.

A Quick Note About Utah’s Alcohol Laws

Before you head out on your own Salt Lake City brewery tour, it’s helpful to know that Utah has some unique alcohol laws that might be different from what you’re used to. First, draft beer served on tap at breweries is limited to 5% alcohol by volume (ABV)—anything stronger has to be served from cans or bottles. So if you’re eyeing that double IPA or barrel-aged stout, just know it might come in a can, even at the taproom.

You’ll also notice that not all places are technically “bars.” Many breweries operate as “restaurants” or “beer-only establishments,” which can affect how and when alcohol is served. For example, you might need to order food with your drink if you’re at a restaurant, and in some places, you must be seated to be served.

I noticed IDs are checked at almost every establishment that serves beer or liquor, and often times they’re checked at the door before entering the building.

While it might sound a little strict, once you know what to expect, it’s easy to navigate—and every brewery I visited was welcoming and happy to explain how things work. Just be respectful of the rules, and you’ll have no problem enjoying Salt Lake City’s craft beer scene.

Squatters Pub Brewery – A Local Favorite

• Location: 147 W Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
• What I Loved: The murals on the outside of the brewery are a huge attraction, but I also loved that there was indoor & outdoor seating, a full food menu, and great beer selection.
• Must-Try Beer: I got a flight, which comes with four 2oz pours, and I liked all of them so I don’t have a number one choice here.
• Fun Fact: The food here is exceptional! I sat at the bar and was just intending to order a few drinks, but the two people next to me ordered food and it looked and smelled so good, I couldn’t help but order as well. They have a great menu.

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Fisher Brewing Co. – One of my Favorites

• Location: 320 W 800 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
• What I Loved: There is so much outdoor space, and it’s really well divided up so it never gets too loud. There are picnic tables behind the main building (where you’ll find the cool mural below), and there’s a main level and rooftop area as well.
• Must-Try Beer: I only had one beer here, the SlackLager, but it was great!
• Fun Fact: There was a food truck outside Fisher called the Cluck Truck, and it smelled so good that I left the bar, couldn’t stop thinking about it, and came back for dinner.

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RoHa Brewing Project – A Great Place to Work and Hang Out

• Location: 30 E Kensington Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
• What I Loved: There were multiple electrical outlets along the walls, so it was a great place to hang out and work for a bit.
• Must-Try Beer: I got a flight at RoHa and enjoyed each of them, but my favorite was an IPA called WE LOVE LA.
• Fun Fact: RoHa had indoor/outdoor seating, is dog friendly, and had a really cool merchandise section.

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Templin Family Brewing

• Location: 936 S 300 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
• Why only 4 Stars: I rated Templin 4 stars ONLY because I didn’t like either of the beers I tried. The atmosphere was excellent. The service was great. The seating options were impressive, but the beer just fell short.
• Fun Fact: Kevin, the bar owner, attended school in Germany and fell in love with the German beers, so this bar has a very German menu in beers and bar snacks!

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Proper Brewing Co.

• Location: 857 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
• Why 3 stars: When I arrived, I was cat-called by some unhoused individuals at the front of the building, which immediately made me uncomfortable. The bartenders didn’t seem too interested in being there or interacting with the visitors. Typically I strike up conversation when I’m traveling solo and they were not having it. The place itself was pretty neat. If I was with a group of friends, we could easily have some fun with all the things to do in here. The burger was also really good. The beer was okay. I got a flight and like 2 of the 4. Overall, it was an okay place, but there are many others I’d recommend before this one.
• Must-Try Beer: My favorite beer from the flight was called Yacht Rock Juice Box, a pale ale.
• Fun Fact: This place has shuffleboard, 2 pool tables, pinball machines, skeeball, PacMan, and a few other fun games to keep you entertained during your visit.

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Non-Brewery Places to Get Beer:

Beehive Pub – Not a Brewery, but worth a visit!

• Location: 128 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
• What I Loved: Quite literally everything. This bar was fun, bright, and airy, had plenty of seating, and the beer was fantastic. They even had a pool table and more space in the basement where the restrooms were located.
• Must-Try Beer: I spent some time at this bar because the bartender was fantastic, there was fresh air and sunshine coming through the front of the building that was open to the outside, and the beers were fantastic! Idk which ones I would specifically recommend because I sampled 6 and loved all of them.
• Fun Fact: This is the first bar I’ve ever visited that had an ice bar at the bar. It was literally a line that went all the way down the bar filled with ice for you to set your drink on to keep it cool during your visit. It was so cool! Every person who sat at the bar near me commented on it as well. How innovative.

Beer Bar

• Location: 161 E 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84138
• Why 3 Stars: The main reason I’m only giving Beer Bar 3 stars is because I tried 6 different beers and there was only one I liked! That’s not great odds. The burger I ordered was also just meh. I wouldn’t recommend it to friends or family.
  Nonetheless, it does earn three stars in being a cool hangout for friends. It’s big, open, has indoor and outdoor seating in the front and the back of the building, and it’s in a great location. If you’re driving, it may not be the best location for parking, but if you’re taking public transport or walking it was super easy to get to.
• Must-Try Beer: I’m not recommending any, honestly. The one I had that liked out of the 6 I tried wasn’t even that good… that’s my 2 cents.

Other Breweries Recommended by Locals (That I’ll Have to Hit Next Time!)

• Red Rock Brewing (I walked by multiple times, but never stopped in simply due to scheduling of other events)
• Level Crossing Brewing
• Bewilder Brewing Co.
• Kitos Brewing (this was actually recommended the most out of the places I didn’t visit)

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Tips for Planning your own Salt Lake City Brewery Tour

• Plan Ahead: Visiting breweries isn’t all about trying the beers; sometimes it’s cool to learn about how it’s made. If you’re interested in brewery tours, visit each individual brewery’s website for their schedules.
  • Remember the unique laws in Utah and abide by them.
• Stay Safe: If you’re planning to visit several breweries in one day, consider using rideshare apps to get around. Use my discount codes below to get a discount on your next ride using lyft or uber.
  • RideShare Discount Codes:
    UBER – azv6ata6jk2y 
    LYFT – Katelynn804354
• Bring Friends (or Go Solo!): Breweries are great for both group outings and solo adventures. Plus, it’s easy to strike up conversations with fellow beer lovers. My entire trip was solo and I always found someone to talk to at the bar!
• Rate your beers on Untapped: I love this app! It allows you to look up where breweries are, what they have on their menu, and rate the beers that you’ve tried at different locations. You can download the app here.

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Wrapping Up My Self-Guided Brewery Tour

Salt Lake City is home to a growing craft beer scene, and my self-guided brewery tour only scratched the surface. From hazy IPAs to crisp lagers, the variety and creativity I experienced at each stop made this a highlight of my trip. Cheers to Salt Lake City’s growing craft beer culture and the friendly folks behind the bar who made this brewery crawl such a memorable part of my trip. The breweries were not only delicious but also welcoming, laid-back, and full of friendly locals who made each visit memorable.

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If you’re planning a trip to Salt Lake City, there’s so much more to explore beyond the breweries. From scenic mountain hikes and street art photo ops to unique museums and cozy coffee shops, this city is full of surprises, just waiting to be discovered. Check out Viator.com for fun local tours!

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