Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/31/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards
909 E Main Rd, Middletown, Rhode Island, 02842-5529
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 (Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.2% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.3% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.3% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.8% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| 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 |
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4.5 ★
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Visitor reviews
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/26/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/21/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/16/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards FAQs
Is Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards dog friendly?
Yes. Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards is dog friendly in Middletown in the taproom.
Does Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards?
Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards have outdoor patio seating?
Taproot Brewing Co / Newport Vineyards does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
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