Verified Independent Regional BreweryRegional Brewery

Founders Brewing Co

456 Charlotte St, Detroit, Michigan, 48201-2640

Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible

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Independent Status: Verified Independent Regional Brewery
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: On-site lot plus nearby street parking.

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Beer	Style	ABV	Notes	Status
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	0.6%	Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz.	On Tap
Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish.	West Coast IPA	7.2%	Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish.	On Tap
Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body.	Stout	6.5%	Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body.	On Tap
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
Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness.	Hazy IPA	7.1%	Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness.	On Tap
Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap.	Kölsch	5.2%	Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap.	Kicked / Sold Out
Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap.	Sour	5.3%	Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap.	On Tap

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Morgan Ellis

Chicago, Illinois

8/16/2026

Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom

Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.

Riley Hart

San Diego, California

8/11/2026

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

7/22/2026

Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups

Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.

Jordan Blake

Austin, Texas

7/17/2026

Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers

Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.

Casey Nguyen

Portland, Oregon

7/12/2026

Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits

Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.

Founders Brewing Co FAQs

Is Founders Brewing Co dog friendly?

Yes. Founders Brewing Co is dog friendly in Detroit, including patio seating.

Does Founders Brewing Co serve food or host food trucks?

Yes. Founders Brewing Co hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.

Can I host a private event or group crawl at Founders Brewing Co?

Yes — Founders Brewing Co 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 Founders Brewing Co have outdoor patio seating?

Yes. Founders Brewing Co lists outdoor patio seating in Detroit, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.