Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/16/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Rustic Leaf Brewing Company
7200 Highland Rd, Waterford, Michigan, 48327-1506
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
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
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7 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.8% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.1% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.2% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.0% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.9% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| 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 | 7.3% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
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Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/27/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/22/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/17/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/12/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Rustic Leaf Brewing Company FAQs
Is Rustic Leaf Brewing Company dog friendly?
Yes. Rustic Leaf Brewing Company is dog friendly in Waterford, including patio seating.
Does Rustic Leaf Brewing Company serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Rustic Leaf Brewing Company hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Rustic Leaf Brewing Company?
Yes — Rustic Leaf Brewing Company 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 Rustic Leaf Brewing Company have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Rustic Leaf Brewing Company lists outdoor patio seating in Waterford, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.
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