Ocelot Brewing Company

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music-driven, hop-forward taproom

Quick answers

Is Ocelot Brewing Company dog-friendly?
Yes. Ocelot Brewing Company welcomes leashed dogs inside and outdoors.
Do I need a reservation at Ocelot Brewing Company?
Walk-ins are welcome at Ocelot Brewing Company for standard visits.
When does Ocelot Brewing Company open on Saturday?
Ocelot Brewing Company opens at 12:00 on Saturday and usually closes at 22:00.
Is Ocelot Brewing Company family-friendly?
Yes. Ocelot Brewing Company welcomes all ages.
What food is available at Ocelot Brewing Company?
Ocelot Brewing Company lists food as: Rotating food trucks (no in-house kitchen); outside food and delivery orders permitted.

Why visit

  • Music-loving brewery where beers are named after song lyrics and the taproom nods to rock legends; opened 2015 and marked its 10-year anniversary in April 2025
  • Hop-forward, West-Coast-leaning program anchored by Talking Backwards, an annual Triple IPA (~10.5%) once named a Washington Post 'Beer of the Week'
  • Sunnyside Dweller German pilsner is the closest thing to a flagship, alongside a well-regarded lager lineup
  • Dogs are welcome inside and on the outdoor deck; kids are welcome with supervision
  • No in-house kitchen — rotating food trucks, with outside food and delivery permitted
  • Industrial-park taproom with pinball and arcade games plus sporadic live music

What to try

Talking Backwards (annual Triple IPA, ~10.5%)Sunnyside Dweller (German pilsner)Home* (American IPA)Mr. KiteMisunderstood (hazy IPA)

Recognition

  • Talking Backwards Triple IPA named a Washington Post 'Beer of the Week'

What visitors say

Excellent hop-forward IPAs and a varied, high-quality beer selection
Friendly bartenders and welcoming service
Fun music-themed atmosphere with pinball and arcade games
No in-house kitchen and inconsistent food-truck availability draws complaints

Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.

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