Things to do in Canada, Canada: The Best Breweries

August 9, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

World class skiing, decadent European style cuisine, ornamental cathedrals, peaceful island life…Canada is a patchwork of thriving cities and majestic wilderness. Montreal beckons travelers with its French charm and booming cultural landscape. In Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is a vision of Frank Gehry architecture and national artistic treasures. The gleaming mountain ranges of Banff set a stunning backdrop for an exploration of the Canadian Rockies.
Restaurants in Canada

1. Microbrasserie le BockAle

2400 rue Canadien Suite 201, Drummondville, Quebec J2C 7W3 Canada +1 819-857-4857 [email protected] http://www.lebockale.com/
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 6 reviews

Microbrasserie le BockAle

The BockAle Microbrewery is a place where you can discover new taste sensations. According to the stated time, the production space of the tours are available to customers at no charge. Available anytime, popular style menus "lunch box" developed by the Odika restaurant are prepared with beers from BockAle. Celebrate the fun !!

2. Moosehead Breweries

Moosehead Breweries 89 Main St W, Saint John, New Brunswick E2M 3H2 Canada +1 506-635-7000 http://moosehead.ca/tour
Excellent
91%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 107 reviews

Moosehead Breweries

Tour our historic brewery where we brew our beer today and learn how art, science, and passion come together to create award-winning beers. Dating back to 1867, learn about how the Oland family brewing business has survived for six generations and how Moosehead continues to be one of the most resilient and time-honored Canadian breweries.

Reviewed By 337kendrag

I’m a local, having worked at the brewery previously but never visited as a tourist so when my friends came to visit from Germany, we decided to do the tour! Greg was a great tour guide and had lots of knowledge to share and John in the Small Batch was lovely! Definitely recommend for anyone visiting.

3. Small Pony Barrel Works

101 Schneider Rd, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario K2K 1Y3 Canada +1 613-518-7283 [email protected] http://www.smallponybarrelworks.com/
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Small Pony Barrel Works

Reviewed By Explore718365 - Ottawa, Canada

My son and I checked out Small Pony and were glad we did. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable, offering us samples of a number of beers, all of them good. We ended up buying some to consume on site and taking bottles home. Don't let the bland strip mall exterior fool you: though modest, the bar area is attractive, overlooking vertical ranks of barrels. The beer produced is a welcome change of pace from typical craft beer offerings, which lean towards British-and-U.S-inspired styles. A bonus is that Big Rig is just around the corner and the Calabogie brew pub just down the road.

4. Steam Whistle Brewery

255 Bremner Blvd The Roundhouse, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3M9 Canada +1 416-362-2337 [email protected] http://www.steamwhistle.ca/
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,517 reviews

Steam Whistle Brewery

Located within walking distance of the CN Tower and Rogers Center, Steam Whistle Brewing occupies Bays 1-14 within the old John Street Roundhouse building, a designated National Historic Site that was previously home to the Canadian Pacific Railway steam locomotive repair facility. Thousands of visitors visit this brewery every year to attend one of the on-site events or take a tour of how the company brews its own Pilsner.

Reviewed By Klinched - Toronto, Canada

Stop. Don’t even try another craft beer while in Toronto. This is the one for you. Steam Whistle only brews one beer but it’s a hell of a beer. Crisp, flavourful and refreshing. If you’re stopping in for a cold one the incredibly pleasant and down to Earth staff will happily greet you and offer you a free sample of their beer — which was likely freshly brewed that day! The brewery itself though has evolved into something more — an experience. It’s always been a treat to visit the brewery but over the years it’s improved dramatically. The staff as so young and friendly. The beer is cheap. The brewery is usually home to art exhibits to browse during your visit, it offers informative tours (that’s usually $12 and includes a free beer or two during the tour), has a small snack bar with delicious options and has become the official pre drinking spot for Blue Jay fans and Maple Leafs fans before a game. Do yourself a favour and check out Steam Whistle Brewery. You don’t be disappointed.

5. Quidi Vidi Brewery

35 Barrows Rd, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1A 1G8 Canada +1 709-738-4040 [email protected] http://www.quidividibrewery.ca/
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 459 reviews

Quidi Vidi Brewery

Reviewed By HESSN22 - Kingston, Canada

Great beer ... yummy wine ... fabulous ambiance ... bartenders were very knowledgeable and friendly ... cod bites from the chip wagon outside were so tasty ... highly recommend ... busy busy place ... try the 1892 or Iceberg beer ... thumbs up

6. Muskoka Brewery

1964 Muskoka Beach Rd, Bracebridge, Ontario P1P 1R1 Canada +1 705-646-1266 [email protected] http://www.muskokabrewery.com/
Excellent
59%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 130 reviews

Muskoka Brewery

Taproom Express: Contactless on-demand service. We have a 6ft spaced route set up for you to select and pay for your order, which will then be placed for contact free pick up on a designated barrel outside the taproom. Patio: Venture off the beaten path for safe contactless service on our patio. Choose from a selection of beer options and Hard Sparkling Water. We have alcohol-free options, chips to snack on, and welcome your picnic baskets. There are three fire pits to keep you warm, but this season “BYOB” means “Bring Your Own Blanket!” Weather Permitting · Dog Friendly · No Reservations · First Come, First Served · Max 4 per Table · Total Capacity 16 · Physical Distancing · Please Follow Patio Rules Curbside: Open 12pm to 6pm daily Contactless service when you pre-order and pick up your beer! Simply pull up to a designated pre-order parking space and call the number on the sign. Our team will place it near your car.

Reviewed By J8408VNjustinh

Grabbed a flight of beer for $5 with a couple of friends, and enjoyed the sunshine out on their patio. The beer was fantastic, the staff was helpful, and there was a great relaxed atmosphere.

7. Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery

107 Dunlop St E, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1A6 Canada +1 705-721-8989 [email protected] http://www.flyingmonkeys.ca
Excellent
61%
Good
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Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery

Leading Ontario's Craft Beer Revolution, the Flying Monkeys brew award-winning beers in their unique waterfront brewhouse right in Barrie’s historic downtown. Known as one of the friendliest, most hospitable tours around, experience for yourself the world of craft brewing. Come on down anytime and enjoy any of our 16 draught beers and fresh local foods in our Tap Room.

Reviewed By drwilli40 - Barrie, Canada

We were there for a Christmas party. I had a flight and liked all 4 beers I chose. Also had a couple of others. Their pickle pizza is awesome (if you like dill pickles). We also had their nachos which were very good as well, word of warning - they are huge - definitely for sharing! Our sever was great and knowledgeable about the beers as well. I will go again!

8. Gan Brewing Company

9 King St E, Gananoque, Ontario K7G 1E7 Canada +1 613-463-9131 [email protected] http://www.ganbeer.com
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 109 reviews

Gan Brewing Company

Micro-brewery located in a gorgeous 19th-century industrial building in downtown Gananoque, the heart of the 1000 Islands. Tasting sampler is $8 for four different local beers.

9. Sawdust City Brewing

397 Muskoka Rd N, Gravenhurst, Ontario P1P 1G3 Canada +1 705-681-1100 [email protected] http://www.sawdustcitybrewing.com/
Excellent
68%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
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Poor
3%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Sawdust City Brewing

Located in Gravenhurst Ontario, the gateway to Muskoka, Sawdust City Brewing Company is dedicated to the art and science of creating exceptional craft beers. We produce traditional ales in an array of styles, but there is nothing traditional about the flavour. Our brewmaster, Sam Corbeil, and his talented team create award-winning exciting beers that expand the borders of traditional flavour profiles. The rule at Sawdust City is there are no rules. We are just here to make great beer. In addition to our six year-round core brands, we brew exceptional seasonal offerings, exciting limited batch brews, barrel-aged and experimental beers. Of course all of our beers are all-natural and made with only the finest ingredients. We don't take ourselves too seriously as our labels express and hey, beer should be fun! What we do take seriously is the quality of our beers, which we are sure you will enjoy.

Reviewed By ConnieK_11 - Gravenhurst, Canada

Love this Craft Brewery. Homey feel, great beer and they always have lots of neat activities going on.

10. The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company

310 Old Canmore Rd, Canmore, Alberta T1W 0J7 Canada +1 403-678-2487 [email protected] http://www.thegrizzlypaw.com/canmore-brewery-tours/
Excellent
78%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company

Come visit our state-of-the-craft brewery located just off the Trans Canada Highway in the town of Canmore. Stop in for Tastings and Retail shopping. Cheers!

Reviewed By DarrellM395 - Leduc, Canada

Great brewery restaurant and patio with an awesome view of the mountains. Try the grumpy bear honey ale if you like a lighter beer.

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