Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/11/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards
2828 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory, North Carolina, 28602-4645
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
- Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
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What’s on tap right now
5 pouring
| 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 | 6.2% | 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 |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 6.8% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Kicked / Sold Out |
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4.7 ★
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Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
8/6/2026
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
8/1/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards FAQs
Is Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards dog friendly?
Yes. Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards is dog friendly in Hickory in the taproom.
Does Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards serve food or host food trucks?
Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards 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 Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards?
Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards have outdoor patio seating?
Olde Hickory Brewery & Amos Howards does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.