Best Craft Beer Breweries in Wellington (2026)

Want to go direct to the source? These are Wellington's best breweries — most with taprooms where you can try a range before committing to a pint.

20 places

Little Beer Quarter

4.6(2,411)

bar · Te Aro

Lively pub serving craft & international beers, plus local wines, pizza & bar fare.

artisan chips burgers craft beer

1,888 reviews

Heyday Beer Co

4.6(261)

brewery · Te Aro

Heyday Beer Co is open Tue/Wed/Thu from 4pm, Fri/Sat from 12pm & Sun 12pm-7pm.

craft beer local brews nz beer

261 reviews

Bebemos

4.4(1,249)

beer garden · Newtown

Bebemos (“bi-beer-mos”) is Newtown’s relaxation headquarters. Enjoy any of our 60+ international and local boutique bottled beers, our revolving selection of 11 taps, ever popular Latin-influenced menu and fine wines and cocktails.

cocktails craft beer craft beers

944 reviews

Three Sisters Brewery Ltd

4.6(53)

bar · Te Aro

Three Sisters Brewery produces boutique craft beer in Taranaki, New Zealand. Now available NZ wide, free shipping.

boutique beer craft beer local brewery

35 reviews

The Rogue & Vagabond

4.5(3,059)

bar · Te Aro

Laid-back craft beer bar featuring a dog-friendly grassy area with bean bags & regular live music.

chargrilled burgers cider craft beer

2,168 reviews

Garage Project Aro Taproom

4.7(1,032)

bar · Aro Valley

Just up from the brewery and over the road is our taproom at 91 Aro, a cosy neighbourhood pub for locals and visitors alike!

artisan snacks craft beer local brews

544 reviews

Waitoa Social Club

4.6(272)

brewpub · Hataitai

From our home in Hataitai, Wellington we create bold and fresh takes of tried and true classics with an unapologetically Aotearoa flavour.

aotearoa flavour brewpub craft beer

272 reviews

Waitoa Victoria St

4.7(157)

bar · Te Aro

Waitoa Victoria Street is a friendly, relaxed, warm bar in the central city, all about great beer without the snobbery.

aotearoa flavour craft beer hazy ipa

157 reviews

Churly's Willis Lane, Wellington

4.4(70)

bar · Wellington Central

Nestled in the lively Willis Lane food court, right in the heart of Wellington’s buzz. The perfect pit stop for unwinding after a long day or grabbing a quick bite with friends.

artisan cheese award-winning charcuterie bar snacks

70 reviews