Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/8/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
2nd Story Brewing Company
117 Chestnut St Frnt, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106-4700
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
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7 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.5% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.4% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.1% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 6.8% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.8% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.1% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
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4.4 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/3/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/29/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/24/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/19/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
2nd Story Brewing Company FAQs
Is 2nd Story Brewing Company dog friendly?
Yes. 2nd Story Brewing Company is dog friendly in Philadelphia, including patio seating.
Does 2nd Story Brewing Company serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. 2nd Story Brewing Company hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at 2nd Story Brewing Company?
2nd Story Brewing Company can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does 2nd Story Brewing Company have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. 2nd Story Brewing Company lists outdoor patio seating in Philadelphia, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.