10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Kingston

"275 Princess StreetThis is a place with a definite vibe – there’s lots of natural light along with exposed brick, metal, blackboard menus, and the impressive glassed-in, gleaming stainless-steel brewery. When owner Ron Shore opened the place in August 2014, he was interested in the local food movement, so in addition to craft beers, the menu at Stone City Ales is dedicated to local ingredients. What to try: 12 Star Session Ale; easy drinking, balanced and aromatic, a pale ale with tropical fruit and citrus notes."

"Stone City Ales defeats the saying “you can’t please everybody” in the only categories that matter – beer and food. Priding themselves on always providing top-notch ale, this local brewery stays true to tradition while adding their distinct creativity to give each pint its own character. Round out your evening with some mouthwatering and unique meal pairings such as their Savoury Pancakes, made with house sauerkraut and wildwood cheese."

"Stony City Ales was started with a dream to create a return to craft, both in its beer and food. This brewery focuses on using local, quality ingredients that are fresh and come from the community. With a passion to use beer to bring people together, Stone City Ales uses their brewery as a platform to encourage social interaction and community engagement."

"631 Fortune Crescent, Unit 10The brews available at Riverhead walk the line between traditional and adventurous, with varieties that offer something for everyone’s palate. Seasonal brews round out Riverhead’s offerings, often echoing the local climate as well as the time of the year. The restaurant side is as thoughtfully curated as their beer selections, with every aspect of the eatery reflecting the company slogan, “Adventurously Brewed”."

"Riverhead Brewing operates under the mantra “adventurously brewed”. With a lineup of brews that are a fine blend of traditional and daring, Riverhead Brewing is a standout of Kingston craft breweries. Their craft is about the journey, not the destination, and the journey of enjoying the craft beers that Riverhead has to offer is definitely worth it."

"On a quest to expand the domain of craft beer, Spearhead Brewing is truly “spearheading” the path for top quality, local craft beer. Founded in 2011, Spearhead opened its brewery doors in 2018 to an already established fan base of their beer line up. Since then, they’ve only grown in popularity as a local favorite for Kingston craft beer lovers."

"Spearhead Brewery is paving its path to becoming one of Kingston’s best brewing companies. Founded in Toronto in 2011, this brewery found its permanent home in Kingston back in 2016. With a retail shop open late, you can grab drinks and accessories to take home with you after a long-days work."

"The brewers of Skeleton Park began brewing overseas in Taiwan before bringing their brews to Kingston. Their mantra “bred-in-the-bone craft beer” – meaning they focus on time-tested, traditional beer styles. Though you won’t find any unusual ingredients or beer style-hybrids here, you will discover delicious classic beers that keep you coming back for more."

"Skeleton Park Brewery’s owner and brewmaster comes from a family of brewers and bootleggers that goes back three generations. The current generation of brothers have over 45 years of brewing experience. The name and playful dog logo pays homage and brings together the past and the future of Kingston’s Skelton Park."

"Tu-We: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Th--Sat; 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Su: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Mo: Closed"

"768 Princess StreetThe Daft Brewing team started this project with the hope of creating something great – transforming an old car garage into a West-coast style taproom/brewery. Its mission is to create an ever-changing array of beer, maintain a steady stream of collaborations, and to showcase a tap featuring the best beer that Kingston’s homebrew club, Kingston Area Brewers of Beer, has to offer. What to try: Slow Ramp (Paloma Sour); big bold grapefruit up front with deep complex umami notes in the background."

"With a taproom that’s located in an old car garage that’s been transformed into a west-coast inspired brewery, Daft Brewing brings a space for all craft beer lovers to enjoy to Kingston. Self-described as “non-pretentious”, this down-to-earth craft brewery defies traditional beer genres with creative and unique recipes that are ever-changing and always delightful."

"Monday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday-Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Friday:- Saturday: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM"

"Hardway Cider Co. started with the notion that they could produce a cider where they controlled the process, from the ground to the glass. Using age-old artisan techniques, a unique selection of apples, and oak barrels from some of the best distilleries and wineries across North America, they came up with exceptionally dry, wonderfully flavourful ciders, unlike any other cider on the market. What to try:Ramboozle; this ruby red beauty is Caribbean Rum barrel aged and made with 10% raspberry juice."

"This brewery was founded on the philosophy that life and beer require balance to be at their best. And finding that balance is as personal as finding a beer you love. That’s why they’re constantly brewing new releases made with carefully sourced high-quality ingredients to pour pints that are as unique as the people who drink their beer."

"Take a trip back in time to Tommy’s Diner located in downtown Kingston. With 50’s style decor, all-day breakfast and buttery, fluffy pancakes you will be making it a weekly staple in your summer plans"

"What a wonderful placeWish I lived closer so I could have the cranberry cashew salad every day for lunch....Terrific breads!!!. Next tim I will take a photo..."

"If you’re looking for a classic greasy-spoon diner, Morrison’s Restaurant is your place. My go-to is their two eggs over-easy with sausage, toast, and home fries for $6.50. The service is quick and the breakfast is always delicious (especially their perfectly soft and seasoned home fries)."

"Mandarin was started in 1979 as a small a la carte style restaurant by James Chiu. In 1986, it was converted into a buffet-style restaurant to cater for larger crowds who longed to get a taste of their famous cuisine. Their buffet features extensive salad and soup stations."

"A slightly smaller shopping centre offering more specialist services, Frontenac Mall is a good option for perusing for a while before stocking up on groceries at their supermarket ‘Food basics’. A relaxing environment with plenty of comfortable sofas and chairs to put your feet up after a long day’s shopping, Frontenac Mall will have you feeling as if you’re at home as you go about your business. With fantastic seasonal events – especially around the Christmas period – this shopping centre is definitely worth a visit."

"A mall in Kingston, Ontario enjoyed by locals, offering a variety of quality restaurants and shops, Kingston Centre is very walkable and has an interesting, modern space to wander around on a weekend afternoon. What used to be an indoor mall before it was demolished, Kingston Centre is now a thriving open campus-style space, which is a pleasure to explore and provides a great excuse to stretch your legs. With 48 stores to check out you won’t get bored here, and the options are exciting and varied."