The Thirsty Growler The Colony

Best Tap Houses and Breweries in Frisco and Surrounding Areas

Explore the best tap houses and breweries in Frisco and nearby cities, including locally owned spots in The Colony, McKinney, Allen, and Prosper... all close enough for a weekend brewery hop.

Looking for a solid place to grab a cold beer around Frisco? Whether you’re into small-batch breweries, massive beer halls, or laid-back tap rooms with rotating selections, North Texas has some really great options.

This list covers the best tap houses and breweries in Frisco, plus nearby spots in The Colony, McKinney, Allen, and Prosper. All within 30 minutes. Perfect for a Saturday brewery & taphouse hop.

Best Breweries and Tap Houses Near Frisco (Quick List)

  • The Thirsty Growler – The Colony
  • Union Bear Brewing Company – Plano & Frisco
  • Rollertown Beerworks – Frisco
  • Three Empires Brewing – Frisco
  • TUPPS Brewery – McKinney
  • Armor Brewing – Allen
  • Black Hawk Brewery – Prosper

Full List: Best Tap Houses and Breweries

The Thirsty Growler (The Colony)

Locally owned and the first of its kind in The Colony, The Thirsty Growler offers 50+ rotating craft taps with a strong focus on variety. The BYOF (food) setup makes it easy to hang out, try something new, and take a growler home before you leave. Rarely is there a tap empty, this watering hole sets the bar for the rest of the list.

-> Visit their site

Union Bear Brewing Company (Plano / Frisco Area)

Union Bear has grown into multiple locations across North Texas, with all of their beer brewed locally in Denton. It’s not a small independent spot, but they keep things local with their brewing and offer a full menu, solid happy hour, and a patio that’s hard to beat.

-> Visit their site

Rollertown Beerworks (Frisco)

What used to be a drive to Celina is now right in downtown Frisco. Rollertown, founded by Jonathan Rogers, The Ben & Skin Show crew, and backed by Dirk Nowitzki, serves fresh local beer including their standout Big German Kölsch in a lively, local setting.

-> Visit their site

Three Empires Brewing (Frisco)

This is a true locally owned nano brewery right in Frisco. Everything is brewed in small batches, giving them room to experiment and keep things interesting. The space is smaller, more personal, and built around the local community.

-> Visit their site

TUPPS Brewery (McKinney)

TUPPS has grown into one of the most well-known breweries in North Texas, and their McKinney location feels more like a full destination. With a massive beer hall, large outdoor yard, and plenty of space for groups, it’s ideal for weekends or meetups.

-> Visit their site

Armor Brewing (Allen)

Armor Brewing blends craft beer with a full kitchen, something a lot of breweries don’t offer. The space leans more upscale sports bar, with house beers, cocktails, and a patio setup that includes yard games and room to hang out.

-> Visit their site

Black Hawk Brewery (Prosper)

This veteran-owned brewery brings strong community energy with a rotating selection of craft beers plus wine and liquor options. The rooftop alone makes it worth the visit, especially in good weather.

-> Visit their site

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