Last updated September 18, 2026 · ranked from 4,428 Google reviews · How we rank
The best breweries in Ann Arbor, MI offer distinct choices for beer, food and time outdoors. Biercamp, at 1643 S State St, has the highest Google rating in this guide: 4.9 from 613 reviews. It pairs house-brewed beers with artisan meats, cheese and sandwiches. HOMES Brewery - Brewpub, at 2321 Jackson Ave, has the largest review count, with 1,213 reviews and a 4.7 rating, alongside rotating craft beers, Asian fusion food and a dog-friendly patio.
For table service, Jolly Pumpkin Cafe & Brewery on S Main St serves rustic craft beer and truffle fries, with rooftop seating. Grizzly Peak Brewing Company on W Washington St pairs site-made beer with a seasonal menu in a century-old, stone-walled space. It also opens at 11:30 a.m. every day, making weekday lunch an option when several other taprooms open later.
The choices extend beyond a conventional brewpub meal. Bløm Mead + Cider offers craft mead, cider and board games; hear.say brewing combines a microbrewery with an improv theater and on-site food truck. Mothfire Brewing Company holds a 4.8 rating from 251 reviews at 713 W Ellsworth Rd. Separate from the HOMES brewpub, HOMES Campus at 112 Jackson Plaza houses Campo Pizza, Dozer Coffee, a beer garden and a can shop for take-home beer.
Top picks at a glance
1BiercampBiercamp pairs house-brewed beers with an artisan meat, cheese and sandwich counter, plus indoor and outdoor seating.
2Mothfire Brewing CompanyMothfire Brewing Company draws reviewer praise for sours, dark beers and a relaxed atmosphere, with rotating food trucks.
3hear.say brewinghear.say brewing combines a craft microbrewery and improv performance theater, with an on-site food truck and free parking.
4.9(617)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 617 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$ · Burns Park / Packard
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
House-brewed beers and an artisan meat, cheese and sandwich counter give Biercamp a distinct reason to lead this list in Ann Arbor, MI. Its 4.9 Google rating across 613 reviews supports the top spot, with reviewers praising the food, drinks and friendly staff. One singles out the elk bacon cheddar smoked sausage and brisket-topped Backwoods Tots. Indoor and outdoor seating, counter service and an on-site bar make it an option for both a quick lunch and a group dinner.
House-brewed beers
Artisan meat counter
Indoor-outdoor seating
“Awesome spot for food! We stopped in after the Michigan game. Great spot!”
4.8(251)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 251 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · Briarwood / South State
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Praise for sours and dark beers helps Mothfire Brewing Company earn the No. 2 spot in Ann Arbor, MI. One reviewer describes its beers as consistently good and innovative, while others highlight a relaxed atmosphere for gathering with friends and family. Its 4.8 Google rating across 251 reviews adds support. Reviewers also mention rotating food trucks, including pizza and tacos, though one notes a limited beer selection. Free parking and wheelchair-accessible seating, entrance, and restrooms make planning a visit easier.
Sours and dark beers
Food truck options
Free parking
“Consistently good and innovative small brewery. All of their beer is good, most of it is very good, some of it is exceptional.
They're making some really great sours and dark beers. Most of the beers have relatively high alcohol content…”
4.8(117)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 117 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · West Stadium & Jackson Road
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Beer and improv share a home at hear.say brewing, whose craft microbrewery and performance theater help earn it rank 3. Located at 2350 W Liberty St in Ann Arbor, MI, it also has an on-site food truck and a 4.8 Google rating from 117 reviews. One rehearsal-dinner guest praised the beer and described the setting as homey, comfortable, and relaxed. Free parking, wheelchair-accessible seating and facilities, and its identification as LGBTQ-welcoming add practical reasons to visit.
4.7(1,213)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 1213 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $ · West Stadium & Jackson Road
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Rotating craft beers and Asian fusion food earn HOMES Brewery - Brewpub its No. 4 spot in Ann Arbor, MI. Reviewers praise both the beers and the bibimbap bowl, alongside quick service and a comfortable atmosphere. The Jackson Avenue brewpub holds a 4.7 Google rating across 1,213 reviews. Growler fills give beer drinkers a take-home option, while a dog-friendly patio, spacious beer garden, and children’s menu make it a practical choice for groups and families.
Rotating craft beers
Asian fusion food
Dog-friendly patio
“The bibimbap bowl was exceptional as well as the beers. Highly recommend.”
4.3(1,155)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 1155 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$ · Downtown / Main Street
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Rustic craft beer, truffle fries and rooftop seating give Jolly Pumpkin Cafe & Brewery its No. 5 spot among breweries in Ann Arbor, MI. Located at 311 S Main St, this local-chain brewery pairs pints with upscale pub fare, including comfort food and vegetarian options. Its casual, cozy setting accommodates groups and solo diners, while outdoor seating allows dogs. A 4.3-star Google rating from 1,155 reviews adds support, and Friday and Saturday hours run from noon to 11 p.m.
Rustic craft beer
Truffle fries
Rooftop seating
“The Ecto Cider was seriously so good! I decided to forgo the actual food and ordered all the desserts!! They did not disappoint! They were phenomenal!”
4.2(1,075)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1075 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$ · Downtown / Main Street
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Site-made craft beer and a seasonal menu give Grizzly Peak Brewing Company its foundation at No. 6. Its century-old, stone-walled space at 120 W Washington St in Ann Arbor, MI adds a cozy setting for lunch or dinner. The brewery holds a 4.2 Google rating across 1,071 reviews, and one beer sampler singled out the double IPA for praise. Comfort food, vegetarian options and dog-friendly outdoor seating make it a practical choice for groups with different dining needs.
Site-made craft beer
Stone-walled setting
Dog-friendly outdoor seating
“Disappointingly mediocre. Ordered a flight of five to sample and took home a four pack of their anniversary IPAs. Their beers are fine: not bad, but not outstanding either; the double IPA was great. Altogether a forgettable experience.”
4.2(1,075)4.2 out of 5 from 1075 reviews (Google rating)
$$
Downtown / Main Street
Open
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How we ranked this list
Each brewery is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Ann Arbor category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which breweries in Ann Arbor, MI are open for weekday lunch?
Biercamp opens at 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, and Grizzly Peak opens at 11:30 a.m. daily. On Fridays, HOMES Brewery - Brewpub opens at 11 a.m., while Jolly Pumpkin and Mothfire open at noon.
Where can I bring a dog for an outdoor brewery visit?
HOMES Brewery - Brewpub has a dog-friendly patio and a spacious beer garden. Jolly Pumpkin and Grizzly Peak also allow dogs outside.
Which breweries have food and amenities for children?
HOMES Brewery - Brewpub, Jolly Pumpkin, Grizzly Peak and Biercamp all welcome children and offer children’s menus. Jolly Pumpkin and Grizzly Peak also have high chairs and changing tables; Biercamp has high chairs.
Which breweries in Ann Arbor, MI have free parking?
Biercamp, Mothfire and HOMES Campus list free lot and street parking. hear.say brewing lists a free parking lot. HOMES Brewery - Brewpub lists free street parking and both free and paid lot options. Jolly Pumpkin and Grizzly Peak list paid garage, lot and street parking.
Where can I find brewery entertainment or games?
hear.say brewing at 2350 W Liberty St combines craft brewing with an improv performance theater. Bløm Mead + Cider at 100 S 4th Ave Ste 110 has board games, trivia nights, live music and live performances. HOMES Brewery - Brewpub has TVs for sporting events, while Jolly Pumpkin and Grizzly Peak also offer settings for watching sports.
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