Dog Rose Brewing: A Local’s Guide to St. Augustine’s Best Craft Beer Stop

Discovering Dog Rose Brewing in St. Augustine

St. Augustine’s beer scene gives visitors a reason to wander past St. George Street, and Dog Rose Brewing is where that detour is worth taking. Located in historic Lincolnville, just south of the main tourist district, Dog Rose Brewing has been pouring handcrafted ales and lagers since October 2017. The brewery combines locally brewed beer, live music, bar games, and an easygoing neighborhood feel, making it one of the best breweries in St. Augustine for a slower, more local afternoon or evening.

Dog Rose Brewing Co. sits at 77 Bridge Street, a few blocks from the center of the Historic District. Co-owner Doug Murr’s roots in the city’s craft beer scene run deep, with 15 years as head brewer at A1A Ale Works before he opened Dog Rose with his wife, Courtney. The 5,000-square-foot taproom was once an art gallery, and local artwork still lines the walls. A handcrafted Ambrosia maple bar anchors the room, while shuffleboard tables and dartboards give the space a relaxed, social pace built for a genuine brewery getaway rather than a quick tourist stop.

What to Expect from Dog Rose Brewing’s Taproom

The beer lineup ranges from German-style Hefeweizens and Maibocks to fruited sours and West Coast IPAs, so there’s usually something beyond the standard pale ale and lager. Tasting flights make it easy to sample a few before committing, and growler fills are available if you want to take a bottle of Dog Rose beer with you. Wine, canned cocktails, nonalcoholic options, and light snacks round out the menu, and the brewery regularly brings in food through its own Eats by Dog Rose food truck or visiting vendors for select events. Check the brewery’s event calendar ahead of time if you’re specifically looking for st augustine breweries with food.

For a broader taste of craft beer st augustine has to offer, St. Augustine Brewery Tours runs a guided walking tour that starts at Dog Rose and continues through the Historic District to Pierre’s Pub and Auggie’s Draft Room, with a local guide sharing city history and brewing stories at each stop. It’s an easy way to sample several local favorites without mapping the route yourself.

Dog Rose Brewing works well as a standalone stop or as part of a longer day exploring things to do in St. Augustine. Take a walking tour of historic St. Augustine, browse the Lightner Museum, tour the St. Augustine Distillery, spend an afternoon on Anastasia Island, or climb the St. Augustine Lighthouse before finishing at one of the best bars in St. Augustine for live music and a pint.

Where to Stay Near Dog Rose Brewing

After a day exploring the city and an evening at the taproom, our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast makes an easy stop for the night. Located in the St. Augustine Historic District, the inn puts Dog Rose Brewing, downtown restaurants, and nightlife within easy walking distance, and complimentary on-site parking means you can leave the car and explore most of downtown on foot.

Housed in an early 1900s Mediterranean-revival manor, Casa de Sueños offers seven individually styled guest rooms, each with a king or queen bed and plush robes, with several featuring private balconies or two-person jetted tubs. A complimentary social hour runs daily from 5 to 6 p.m. with wine, beer, and bites, and evening desserts give you something sweet to come back to after a day of sightseeing or sampling local beer. Mornings bring a hearty breakfast with hot homemade entrées, fresh bread, fruit, coffee, and tea.

If discovering craft beer in St. Augustine sounds like your kind of weekend, make Casa de Sueños your home base.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dog Rose Brewing located?
Dog Rose Brewing is located at 77 Bridge Street in Lincolnville, a historic St. Augustine neighborhood just a few blocks from the center of the Historic District.

When did Dog Rose Brewing open?
Dog Rose Brewing opened in October 2017, founded by Doug and Courtney Murr.

Does Dog Rose Brewing serve food?
Yes, the brewery regularly brings in food through its own Eats by Dog Rose food truck and visiting vendors for select events, so it’s worth checking the event calendar ahead of a visit.

Is there a brewery tour that includes Dog Rose Brewing?
Yes, St. Augustine Brewery Tours runs a guided walking tour that starts at Dog Rose Brewing and continues to Pierre’s Pub and Auggie’s Draft Room.

Book your stay at Casa de Sueños Bed and Breakfast and start planning your brewery getaway to St. Augustine.