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"Crusher" Mexican-style lager at Button Brew House (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)
6800 N Camino Martin Ste 160Marana
Caps & Corks (Photo by Colleen Miller)
Caps & Corks features a clean, industrial aesthetic with exposed ductwork, metal accents, and concrete floors. Garage-style doors roll up to connect the interior with a spacious patio.
The drink list includes a rotating lineup of craft beers on tap, along with bottled wines and ciders. Local and regional breweries often headline the tap wall. Check their website for the food truck schedule.(Photo courtesy of Casa Marana)
8225 N Courtney Page Way #191Marana
Arcade at Catalina Brewing (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)
Dragoon Brewing's taproom (Photo by Jackie Tran)
Dragoon Brewing Co., located on Tucson’s west side, offers a spacious taproom with an industrial-chic aesthetic. The interior features polished concrete floors, exposed ductwork, and a long bar framed by warm wood and metal accents. Large communal tables and high-top seating create a welcoming environment for both groups and solo visitors. The brewery’s open layout and visible brewing equipment provide guests with a glimpse into the beer-making process.
Dragoon is best known for its flagship Dragoon IPA, a West Coast-style brew with bold bitterness and a citrus-forward hop profile. The brewery frequently rotates seasonal, specialty, and guest beers, ensuring a diverse selection. Food trucks are often stationed outside.
11835 N Oracle Rd #101Oro Valley
Louie’s Cantina (Photo by Mark Whittaker)
Louie's Cantina brings a lively sports bar atmosphere to Tucson's east side with mounted TVs and colorful calavera decor. Karaoke nights and an epic jukebox round out the venue's social appeal.
Experience several beers on tap, in bottles, or cans, plus that same lauded michelada, whichever your preference of mix or beer, available at the sister location, Louie’s Pub.
(Photo curtesy of Shooter's)
(Photo courtesy of The Hoppy Vine)
(Photo courtesy of Tucson Hop Shop)
3230 North Dodge BoulevardMidtown
(Photo courtesy of Westbound)
267 South Avenida del Convento #12Downtown
Westbound, located in the MSA Annex, offers a unique open-air bar experience constructed from two repurposed shipping containers. The setting features shaded communal tables, a cozy fire pit, and a walk-in bottle shop stocked with curated beer, wine, and spirits. This modern, industrial-chic venue provides a relaxed outdoor experience.
Popular offerings include draft cocktails like the Cactus Wren and Mai Tai, as well as a rotating selection of craft beers and wines. Guests can bring in food from neighboring eateries a few paces away.
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