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 MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Building 8 Brewing
320 Riverside Dr Ste 8, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062-2750
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 Microbrewery
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
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What’s on tap right now
5 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.2% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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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.
Building 8 Brewing FAQs
Is Building 8 Brewing dog friendly?
Yes. Building 8 Brewing is dog friendly in Florence, including patio seating.
Does Building 8 Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Building 8 Brewing hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Building 8 Brewing?
Building 8 Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Building 8 Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Building 8 Brewing lists outdoor patio seating in Florence, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.