Guide to Breweries and Brew Pubs in the Midlands

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Guide to Breweries and Brew Pubs in the Midlands | Columbia SC Moms Blog

Been wanting to try out some of the many breweries popping up in and around Columbia? Check out our guide to the Midland’s great local breweries and brew pubs!

Hunter-Gatherer

There are now two locations for The Hunter-Gatherer — one in Downtown Columbia and the other at the historic Curtiss-Wright Hangar. 

Curtiss-Wright Hanger

The newest Hunter-Gatherer location features an outdoor rooftop observation deck that can seat over 40 guests, and views of the airport and down into the brewery.

1402 Jim Hamilton Blvd • Columbia, SC 29205

Hours: Wednesday through Friday 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. • Sunday 11 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Main Street – Downtown Columbia

Hunter-Gatherer Downtown offers a casual dining and drinking atmosphere, with a regular list of on-tap beers, plus a cask conditioned ale served straight from one of their oak kilderkins – 21 gallon wood casks.

900 Main St • Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Monday through Saturday 4 p.m. – until • Kitchen closes at 10 p.m. on Monday – Thursday and 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. • Sunday CLOSED

Conquest Brewing Company

Take a tour, then visit the tasting room to try out a flight, growler, or pint. You can also find their beer in many local stores!

947 S Stadium Road, Bay 1 • Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Monday through Thursday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. • Friday 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 a.m. • Sunday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Balanced Brews: Sunday at noon. $15 for a yoga class and a beer. Yoga by Jean on Facebook.

River Rat Brewery

Come to eat and drink, plus check out their weekly Calendar of Events! This is a great family friendly location with play areas for kids, a kid’s menu, and non-alcoholic drinks. 

1231 Shop Road • Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. • Friday noon – 10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m – 10 p.m.  • Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Columbia Craft Brewing Company

Columbia offers guided tours of their facility, outdoor picnic seating, and even a dog-friendly beer garden. Check out some sample pairings at their twelve tap bar!

520 Greene Street • Columbia SC 29201

Hours: Monday through Wednesday 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. • Thursday and Friday noon – 10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. • Sunday CLOSED

Guide to Breweries and Brew Pubs in the Midlands | Columbia SC Moms Blog

Old Mill Brew Pub

Located inside Lexington’s historic Old Mill, the Brew Pub offers own homemade drafts, and a ton of other drafts from around the world. Check out their dinner menu as well!

711 East Main St • Lexington, SC  29072

Hours: Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. • Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. – 1 a.m.

Krafty Draft

Come visit this neighborhood hang out and check out their “wall of taps.” Have dinner, play some board games, and even bring your pets!

269 Charter Oak Rd • Lexington SC 29072

Hours: Monday and Tuesday 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. • Wednesday through Friday 4 p.m. – midnight • Saturday 2 p.m. – midnight • Sunday CLOSED

Swamp Cabbage Brewing Company

Located near Williams-Brice Stadium, Swamp Cabbage offers tours of their brewery. Sit inside the newly remodeled taproom to watch a game, or out on the patio to enjoy dinner and drinks!

921 Brookwood Drive • Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Wednesday through Thursday 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. •  Friday 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. • Saturday noon – 9 p.m. • Sunday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Twisted Spur Brewing

Located in the Vista, Twisted Spur offers indoor and outdoor fine dining with daily menu specials. Try out their home-brewed beers on tap, or their bottled beer or wine menu. 

705 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. • Friday 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. • Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. • Sunday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. • Saturday and Sunday Brunch served from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

BJs Brewhouse

This new-to-Columbia is not only a brew house with a long list of on-tap beers, but a great family and late night restaurant with a huge lunch and dinner menu!

148 Harbison Blvd • Columbia, SC 29212

Hours: Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. – midnight • Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. • Sunday 11 a.m. – midnight

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  1. Great write Hannah! I knew nothing about the subject, but now I feel like I do. You have inspired me. I want to check out this part of life in Columbia. As you always do, you have wowed me with your writing once again!

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