Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
8/12/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Astral Brewing
4816 N Shepherd Dr suite a, Houston, Texas, 77018
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
- No standing kitchen listed — nearby restaurants and BYOF policies vary.
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.4% | 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. | On Tap |
| 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| 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 |
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4.5 ★
4 reviews
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/18/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/13/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/8/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Astral Brewing FAQs
Is Astral Brewing dog friendly?
Yes. Astral Brewing is dog friendly in Houston, including patio seating.
Does Astral Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Astral Brewing does not currently list a standing kitchen or daily food-truck rotation. Nearby restaurants and BYOF rules vary.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Astral Brewing?
Yes — Astral Brewing 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 Astral Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Astral Brewing lists outdoor patio seating in Houston, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.