Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/13/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
3rd Wave Brewing Co
501 N Bi State Blvd, Delmar, Delaware, 19940-1106
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
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.1% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| 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 | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 4.9% | 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 |
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4.7 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/8/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/3/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
3rd Wave Brewing Co FAQs
Is 3rd Wave Brewing Co dog friendly?
Yes. 3rd Wave Brewing Co is dog friendly in Delmar, including patio seating.
Does 3rd Wave Brewing Co serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. 3rd Wave Brewing Co hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at 3rd Wave Brewing Co?
3rd Wave Brewing Co can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does 3rd Wave Brewing Co have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. 3rd Wave Brewing Co lists outdoor patio seating in Delmar, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.