Our guide to Houston’s craft brewery scene

International Beer Day first started nine years ago in Santa Cruz, California and is now celebrated around the world. Houston is no stranger to craft beer—last year we partnered with Saint Arnold, Texas’ oldest craft brewery, to provide safe rides and benefit a local charity. To help you celebrate International Beer Day responsibly, we partnered with a few of the best breweries across Greater Houston. Uber to any of these taprooms this weekend to unlock exclusive perks for riders—just show your Uber receipt when you arrive.

Want to get out and explore some of the best breweries H-Town has to offer? Enter promo code HTOWNBREW for a free first ride up to $20!

8TH WONDER BREWERY | 2202 Dallas St., EaDo

Perk: Free beer token with purchase of $10 or $15 package
uberX fare from Galleria: $12-16
8th Wonder Brewery pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our city. Located just blocks away from Minute Maid Park, BBVA Compass Stadium, and the Toyota Center, 8th Wonder Brewery prides itself as the “craft beer for the home team.” The brewmasters focus on easy drinking beers, with seasonals that are bold in flavor. Dome Faux’m and Rocket Fuel are their flagship brews. With a large taproom open seven days a week, rotating food trucks, and an outdoor beer garden dubbed “Wonder World,” 8th Wonder Brewery is a welcome addition to Houston’s beerscape.

EUREKA HEIGHTS BREW CO. | 941 W. 18th St., Heights

Perk: $1 off beers and a free sticker
uberX fare from Galleria: $11-15
Eureka Heights Brew Co. is a new brewery focusing on interesting and approachable beers. Just how new are they? They had their soft opening yesterday, and tomorrow marks the first weekend they’ll be open to the public! The Eureka Heights lineup features sessionable beers like Buckle Bunny Cream Ale, Mostly Harmless Pale Kolsch with Citra, and Space Train IPA. The taproom is open Saturday afternoons from noon to 5pm, with 32 oz. crowlers available for purchase if you want to take some of their beer home. High fives are available from the staff at no extra charge.

BAKFISH BREWERY | 1231 Broadway St., Pearland

Perk: Free beer token with purchase of $15 package (including pint glass)
uberX fare from UH: $22-28; fare split with friends to make your ride even more affordable!
BAKFISH Brewing has one of the more interesting brewery names. Owned by Brian and Kris (B-A-K), who has a Bachelor’s Degree in marine biology (FISH), the brewery opened its doors in March. They plan to have five year-round beers, along with a taproom exclusive brew. The brewery has a state-of-the-art pilot system that brews seasonal and one-off batches on a smaller scale, which allows for a continual rotation of new beers. The 2,000 square foot taproom is the first of its kind in the Pearland area.

SAINT ARNOLD | 2000 Lyons Ave., Northside

Perk: Friday – $2 off Classic Beer Tasting | Saturday – $2 off tour admission
uberX fare from Montrose: $7-10
The first keg from Saint Arnold, Texas’ oldest craft brewery, was shipped back in June of 1994 when Houston was the largest city in the country without a craft brewery. Brock Wagner, an avid home brewer, sought to change that with the opening of Saint Arnold. More than 20 years later, the brewery is still like a small family in many ways. The brewery moved into its current facility overlooking downtown Houston seven years ago. Inside the German-style beer hall you’ll find what many call the best french fries in the city.

UNDER THE RADAR | 1506 Truxillo St., Midtown

Perk: $2 off their $15 package, including three beers and a pint glass
uberX fare from the Heights: $11-15
Midtown’s only brewery will be celebrating its grand opening later this month, but is open each Saturday and Sunday leading up to the launch. The expansive front patio lends itself to lazy Saturdays enjoying Under The Radar’s small batch, high quality, and innovative brews like Radar Love and Mid Frequency IPA.

KARBACH BREWING | 2032 Karbach St., Spring Branch

Perk: Free koozie
uberX fare from Midtown: $13-17
In just five years, Karbach Brewing has become a staple of Houston’s craft beer scene. Owners Ken and Chuck started their own beer distribution company in the early ’80s and jumped on the opportunity to open their own brewery in 2010. Karbach Brewing is open seven days a week, with tours, tastings, and an on-site restaurant. Make sure to check out their staples like Staycation and Love Street when you visit. Karbachtoberfest, Karbach’s take on Oktoberfest, kicks off September 22nd and runs every Thursday through Sunday until October 16th.

CITY ACRE | 3418 Topping St., North Houston

Perk: 20% off any entree
uberX fare from Midtown: $13-17
City Acre Brewing, which opened its doors in early July, is of the newest breweries to the area. It occupies an acre of land about ten minutes from downtown. Owners Matt and Meredith looked to achieve a backyard feel while still being in the middle of the city. The fruit trees growing on the land are used in their on-site restaurant as well as the brewing process. Between three and five beers are available at any given time along with their favorites from other local breweries. Their patio is the perfect spot for a weekend brunch.

NO LABEL BREWING CO. | 5351 1st St., Katy

Perk: Free koozie
uberX fare from Citycentre: $18-25; fare split with friends to make your ride even more affordable!
Located next to an abandoned rice silo in Old Town Katy is No Label Brewing. The nearly six-year-old brewery is one of the most dog-friendly and kid-friendly breweries in the area. On Mondays and Tuesdays, teachers get $1 off, and on Thursday nights they host a yoga session. No Label Brewing likes to think of itself as a backyard party with some of its closest friends.

11 BELOW | 6820 Bourgeois Rd., Willowbrook

Perk: Free koozie
uberX fare from Acres Homes: $12-15
A barrel of crude oil is 42 gallons, while a barrel of beer is 31 gallons. Three former homebrewers paid homage to their past work in the oil and gas industry by naming their brewery 11 Below. Their American Amber is brewed for Houston’s summers and the session ale, 7-Iron, is refreshing and easy to drink when it’s especially hot. A limited release of Negative Space, an imperial chocolate milk stout, makes its way to Houston pubs every November 11.

Don’t forget to enter promo code HTOWNBREW for a free first ride up to $20!