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What to do and see in Springfield, Missouri (MO): The Best Breweries
Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498. As of 2016, the Census Bureau estimated its population at 167,319. It is one of the two principal cities of the Springfield-Branson Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 541,991 and includes the counties of Christian, Dallas, Greene, Polk, Webster, Stone and Taney.
Restaurants in Springfield
1. Hold Fast Brewing
2. Mother's Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Great_Beer_Now - Houston, United States
Springfield, Missouri isn’t necessarily a place that quickly comes to mind when you think of a craft beer city. But any craft beer fan in the Midwest or nearby knows there is one craft brewery that calls Springfield home that is widely known in craft beer circles. That brewery is Mother’s Brewing. I have been drinking and enjoying Mother’s Brewing beer for quite a few years but had never visited the brewery until recently. I was on vacation in Branson and knowing that Springfield was a short drive away, I decided that this was my chance. I headed north and made my way to Grant street, ready to try beer and see what Mothers Brewing was like in person. Mother’s Brewing has a large outdoor space and from what I learned, they host several outdoor events in this area each year. Even when there is no event taking place, it is still common to find food trucks onsite and happy drinkers converging outside while they sip their beers. I also learned that anyone can visit the brewery, you only need to be 21 and up to drink. This means that, yes, you can bring the family along while you do a tasting. Moving to the inside of the brewery, guests will discover that Mother’s Brewing has brewery tours every Saturday and a nice tasting room space where you can order a large serving of your favorite beer or a sampler flight. Look above the bar and you will see small plaques indicating which beers are available at that time. If certain beers have sold out, they will remove the plaque. The small plaques indicate the beer name, style, alcohol level, and price. I like that the price is clearly shown, since this is something often lacking at other breweries. Mother’s Brewing serves its core lineup of beers like Mothers Little Helper, Three Blind Mice, and others and you are almost certain to find them on tap. I recommend asking for one or more of the harder to find beers when you visit. There are some real gems to be discovered here and you can often get them only at the brewery, so take advantage if you get the chance. Oh, and as far as the bar goes, I do need to make mention of the steel construction with the large, imposing Mother’s Brewing logo. It is very cool, indeed! Mother’s Brewing has been serving up fine craft beer for a long time and I’m happy that I took the time to pay a visit to this Springfield brewery. The large outdoor space is more than you would find at most breweries and I surmise that it’s a happening place when they hold an event. But even if there is no event taking place, a visit to the taproom is a must for craft beer fans. One taste of these beers and you will understand why Mother’s Brewing is one of Missouri’s best- known and most beloved purveyors of the craft.
3. Tie & Timber Beer Co.
4. Show-Me Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Great_Beer_Now - Houston, United States
Springfield, Missouri is home to several fine places for craft beer and each has its own set of standout brews. The majority of these establishments are geared toward beer, entertainment, and sometimes food. But one that takes things a step further is Show Me Brewing. What makes Show Me Brewing a standout in the crowd is that it doubles as a homebrew shop and taproom. Ingredients and equipment are widely available for homebrewers and many who visit come here for that reason alone. But it would be difficult to not pause for at least one beer, poured from the many taps, to enjoy while you shop. And trust me when I say that they have MANY standout beers! I was sure to try just small samples, so that I could enjoy as many as possible. Another cool fact about Show Me Brewing is that, in addition to selling homebrew supplies, it is also a place where you can brew your own beer, on site. You can even get expert guidance as you brew, improving the chances that your beer will turn out delicious. And since there is so much beer being brewed, you can count on constantly rotating taps. Locals who visit Show Me Brewing periodically will find a completely different set of beers on tap in many instances. With so many beers to try, an extremely laid back and knowledgeable personnel, homebrewing supplies to shop, and homebrewing available on site, Show Me Brewing is easily one of the top breweries in the area. It made my blog post of the Top 5 Brewery visits of the year for the countless reasons mentioned above and it deserves some time from you on your next visit to Springfield.
5. 4 By 4 Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
To many peoples surprise 4 By 4 is not about 4x4 trucks/jeeps or back roading. 4 By 4 is about family, friends and community and is owned by 4 Guys and their 4 Wives along with many (9) children in between! 4 By 4 started out as a (very serious) joke in a garage while we watched home brewing at it's finest! The dream became more and more realistic the more we all hung out together and finally on a birthday trip to Nashville (for the brewer) we decided (after many craft beers) to take the jump! We came back and started researching and while it took us about 13 months to get it up and running it has grown far past our expectations thanks to all of you! Located just across from Sequiota Park, come join us after a run or biking on the Galloway Trail. 4 By 4 Brewing Company is the perfect spot for any company or casual gathering. 4 By 4 is a local based, community and family minded tap room/brewing company!
Reviewed By dsulli01
Visited as part of a 417 Brewery Bus Tour tour. Apprciated AJ's tour and explanation of the microbrewery, its processes and the water filtration system. Sampled several beers and purchased a growler of "red" similar to the Killian's that my spouse likes. Visit was educational and delicious.
