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Top Craft Breweries & Taprooms in Des Moines, Iowa (12 listed spots)
12 taprooms in this city. Filter by amenities to match the vibe you want tonight. Browse all Iowa taprooms.
Updated Sep 10, 2026
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As of 2026, Des Moines, Iowa features 12 active craft breweries and taprooms. Top-rated dog-friendly options include 1717 Brewing and Exile Brewing, while Court Avenue Brewing offers outdoor patio seating with regular food truck rotations.
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Taproom amenity matrix
Machine-readable table of 12 active taprooms in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Taproom amenity matrix
Machine-readable table of 12 active taprooms in Des Moines, Iowa.
| Taproom Name | Neighborhood | Dog Friendly | Patio | Food Trucks | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1717 Brewing | Des Moines | Yes | Yes | No | Website |
| Court Avenue Brewing | Des Moines | No | Yes | Yes | Website |
| Exile Brewing | Des Moines | Yes | Yes | No | Website |
| Flix Brewhouse | Des Moines | No | Yes | Yes | — |
| Peace Tree Brewing Company - Des Moines Branch | Des Moines | Yes | No | No | Website |
| Big Grove Brewery & Taproom | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
| Confluence Brewing | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
| Lua Brewing | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
| Madhouse Brewing | Des Moines | No | Yes | No | Website |
| Singlespeed Brewing Co - Dsm Taproom | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
| The Iowa Taproom | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
| Twisted Vine | Des Moines | No | No | No | Website |
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Taproom FAQs for Des Moines
What is the best dog-friendly taproom in Des Moines?
1717 Brewing is a top dog-friendly taproom in Des Moines, with Exile Brewing also welcoming pups. Look for the dog-friendly filter on this hub.
Which breweries in Des Moines have outdoor patios?
1717 Brewing, Court Avenue Brewing, Exile Brewing list outdoor patio seating. Patio listings on Taprooms Near Me also cover fire-pit and heater nights.
Where are food trucks parked near Des Moines taprooms?
Court Avenue Brewing, Flix Brewhouse list food trucks in Des Moines. Open those brewery pages for the current rotation.
Are taprooms in Des Moines kid-friendly?
Yes. Court Avenue Brewing and Flix Brewhouse are listed as family / kid-friendly in Des Moines. Confirm family hours with the venue.
How many craft breweries operate in Des Moines, Iowa?
As of 2026, Taprooms Near Me lists 12 active craft breweries and taprooms in Des Moines, Iowa.
