Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
8/15/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Lark Brewing
3295 University Ave, Waterloo, Iowa, 50701-2003
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 Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Indoors)
- Food Options
- No standing kitchen listed — nearby restaurants and BYOF policies vary.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5.3% | 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 | 6.0% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.8% | 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 |
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4.3 ★
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Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/10/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/11/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Lark Brewing FAQs
Is Lark Brewing dog friendly?
Yes. Lark Brewing is dog friendly in Waterloo in the taproom.
Does Lark Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Lark 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 Lark Brewing?
Lark Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Lark Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Lark Brewing does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
Nearby spots
Nearby spots you might like
Three more pours within about 10 miles.
