10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Port Colborne

"Named after the nearby Erie Canal as an homage to the men who built it, Big Ditch is a microbrewery located in the heart of Buffalo. The downtown brewery is spacious, with plenty of room for drinkers and diners alike. The Big Ditch team brews its beers onsite and serves them both at the bar and in the expansive dining room."

"Spacious taproom serving comfort eats, small plates & house-brewed beer in an industrial-chic setup. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +0 716 8545050"

"A year-round entertainment destination on the waterfront, a ten-minute drive from the hotel, this complex is your home for ice skating, ziplining, and rock climbing in Buffalo. Stop by for dining, brewery tours, escape room outings, and special events."

"Massive waterfront complex for skating, hockey, curling & concerts with dining, bars & concessions. Open for lunch and dinnerPhone: +0 716 3422292. Learn MoreMake a Reservation"

"Thin Man Brewery has a wide selection of their own refreshing craft brews, which I recommend that you pair with their pub eats. Many vegetarian items on the menu can be prepared vegan, and there are also vegan options, too. The kitchen staff is very knowledgeable about vegan food, so it’s not a problem to request it."

"Blackburn Brewhouse is one of Niagara region’s newest craft breweries, opening its doors in June, 2020. Located a short drive from Niagara Falls, Blackburn Brewhouse gets its name from the nearby Blackburn Parkway. One of the craft brewery’s co-founders George Hantziagelis shared, “Three local owners from varying industries recognized a gap in what they would look for in the craft brewing industry."

"The granddad of Buffalo’s craft breweries, Flying Bison opened in 2000 and was the first to do so in the city since the Iroquois Brewing Company closed in 1972. It’s helmed by Tim Herzog, who has over 30 years of brewing experience and covers many of the basics. You’ll find brews like the toffee-tinged Rusty Chain, an amber lager-ale hybrid; the smooth Blackbird Stout, made with oats; and the cloudy and citrusy Juice Caboose, a New England-style IPA. The taproom is open for drinking Wednesday through Saturday, and tours and tastings are offered."

"This 1937 diner car was disassembled, moved to its current location in the heart of Larkin Square, and fully restored before opening in 2017. Today, it looks just as it did 80 years ago—from the mahogany trim and barrel-vaulted ceiling to..."

"Welcome to an entire restaurant dedicated to a kid-friendly staple: grilled cheese. Buffalo Melting Point serves up a traditional grilled cheese with your choice of cheese for just $6, or the “Classic Grilled Cheese,” simply American cheese on white bread for $1.99!. Even if your kids are content with the simple stuff, they offer more sophisticated interpretations, such as brie, cheddar, Granny Smith apples, caramelized onions and a drizzle of honey, or provolone with capicola, roasted red onion, tomato, and basil pesto."

"Something you’ll figure out pretty quickly about Buffalo is that it’s an excellent place for experiencing city life and nature all at once. The Erie Basin Marina stands as one of the most memorable attractions in all of New York. This marina isn’t just a place for boats to dock."

"Another great Buffalo neighborhood, Larkin Square began in the early part of our current decade. When you plan a trip to the city, you definitely need to check out Larkin Square. It shows just how innovative this New York city is and gives hope for what the future could hold."

"Head to Buffalo’s unique warehouse district for dining and fun at this whimsical community gathering spot. A ten-minute drive from the hotel, Larkin Square features food trucks, free events, like fitness classes and pickleball, and a beer garden."

"This 350-acre park is one of three in the city designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. It includes meadows, forests, lakes, rose and Japanese-style gardens, sports facilities, picnic areas and the grounds of Buffalo Zoo."