Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/14/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Cold Water Brewery and Grill
2544 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, California, 96150-7707
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 (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.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | 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 | 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.5% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.2% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.2% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 6.0% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
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Visitor reviews
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/9/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/4/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/10/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Cold Water Brewery and Grill FAQs
Is Cold Water Brewery and Grill dog friendly?
Yes. Cold Water Brewery and Grill is dog friendly in South Lake Tahoe in the taproom.
Does Cold Water Brewery and Grill serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Cold Water Brewery and Grill hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Cold Water Brewery and Grill?
Yes — Cold Water Brewery and Grill is set up for group crawls and private taproom events. Use the claim/manage listing flow to request a buyout or large-party reservation.
Does Cold Water Brewery and Grill have outdoor patio seating?
Cold Water Brewery and Grill does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
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