Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
8/14/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Ellison Brewery & Spirits
4903 Dawn Ave, East Lansing, Michigan, 48823-5610
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.1% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.7% | 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.1% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.2% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.0% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/9/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/4/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Ellison Brewery & Spirits FAQs
Is Ellison Brewery & Spirits dog friendly?
Yes. Ellison Brewery & Spirits is dog friendly in East Lansing, including patio seating.
Does Ellison Brewery & Spirits serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Ellison Brewery & Spirits hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Ellison Brewery & Spirits?
Ellison Brewery & Spirits can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Ellison Brewery & Spirits have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Ellison Brewery & Spirits lists outdoor patio seating in East Lansing, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.