6 Best Breweries in Rhode Island!

The West End of Providence now has Moniker Brewery, a welcome addition to Rhode Island’s beer scene. A once-busy auto body shop has been converted into a cozy taproom and a spacious outdoor beer garden with fire-pit tables and plenty of room for friends and family.

The dog-friendly beer garden is heated and kept clear in winter. Moniker offers more than a good setting, too—the beer is genuinely worth the visit.

Taproom hours

• Monday to Thursday — 4:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Friday — 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Saturday — 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Sunday — 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Since its original establishment in Cranston in 1890, Narragansett Beer has built a long Rhode Island brewing tradition.

The business changed ownership several times and even moved production to Fort Wayne, Indiana, for a period. In 2006, a group of Ocean State investors brought the company back to its native state, where it continues producing its familiar lagers and other beers.

Taproom hours

• Monday to Wednesday — 4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Thursday — 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday — 12:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
• Sunday — 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Foolproof Brewing Company is one of Pawtucket’s standout breweries, drawing visitors from across New England with its relaxed atmosphere.

There is plenty of parking and a broad assortment of canned, bottled, and draft beer. The selection ranges from approachable light brews to darker styles for visitors who prefer something richer.

Taproom hours

• Monday — Closed
• Tuesday to Thursday — 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday — 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Sunday — 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Enter Revival Brewery and Lost Valley Pizza through the neighboring brewery space. Inside, the tasting room offers plenty of seating, board games, and even pinball.

The beer reflects that playful environment. One memorable example is the White Electric Coffee Stout, brewed with coffee from a well-known Providence coffee shop.

Taproom hours

• Monday — 5:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.
• Tuesday — Closed
• Wednesday and Thursday — 5:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.
• Friday — 12:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m.
• Saturday — 11:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m.
• Sunday — 11:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m.

Whalers Brewing Company pairs affordable tastings with a large, comfortable tasting room. Wide booths and a pool table make it easy to pause between samples and settle in with a group.

The East Coast IPA and the brewery’s sour beers are regular favorites and work equally well for a summer visit or a winter afternoon.

Taproom hours

• Monday — Closed
• Tuesday to Thursday — 4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Friday — 1:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Saturday — 11:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
• Sunday — 11:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Grey Sail combines the best of the Ocean State’s beach culture with a laid-back brewing atmosphere in Westerly.

Play bocce or cornhole outside, bring your own meal, or order from a nearby restaurant. For IPA fans, Captain’s Daughter is the brewery’s signature choice.