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
Big Muddy Brewing Co
1430 N 7th St, Murphysboro, Illinois, 62966-3938
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 not listed — confirm with the venue before visiting.
- 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
7 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| 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 | 5.6% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.4% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.3% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.3% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
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4.6 ★
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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.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/29/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/24/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Big Muddy Brewing Co FAQs
Is Big Muddy Brewing Co dog friendly?
Taprooms Near Me does not currently list Big Muddy Brewing Co as dog friendly. Confirm with the taproom before you go.
Does Big Muddy Brewing Co serve food or host food trucks?
Big Muddy Brewing Co 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 Big Muddy Brewing Co?
Big Muddy 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 Big Muddy Brewing Co have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Big Muddy Brewing Co lists outdoor patio seating in Murphysboro, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.