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
Southern Lights Brewing
2045 Gulf To Bay Blvd Ste D, Clearwater, Florida, 33765-3752
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 not listed — confirm with the venue before visiting.
- Food Options
- No standing kitchen listed — nearby restaurants and BYOF policies vary.
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.4% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| 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 |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.0% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
4 reviews
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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.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/30/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Southern Lights Brewing FAQs
Is Southern Lights Brewing dog friendly?
Taprooms Near Me does not currently list Southern Lights Brewing as dog friendly. Confirm with the taproom before you go.
Does Southern Lights Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Southern Lights 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 Southern Lights Brewing?
Southern Lights Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Southern Lights Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Southern Lights Brewing lists outdoor patio seating in Clearwater, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.