Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

Brewery · Athens-Clarke County

Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

Brewery · Athens-Clarke County

271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601

Highlights

Nestled in a revamped 1940s Chevy dealership, Creature Comforts Brewing Co. in Athens offers a lively mix of exceptional craft beers, outdoor vibes, and community events.

271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601 Get directions

creaturecomfortsbeer.com

@creaturecomfortsdtla

@afar

"Crave Curiosity at Creature Comforts Brewery No longer content with the dive bars and fraternity hangouts, Creature Comforts Brewery was opened in 2014 in a refurbished tire warehouse. The brewery has become a popular spot with students and townies alike for their unique brews, including the sour Athena and strong Tropicalia. It's also the best place to try their seasonal and special batches, like Koko Buni. Creature Comforts hosts weekly farmers markets in their parking lot, as well as local events. The tasting room and tours are open Tuesday to Friday from 5 to 8 pm and on Saturdays from 1 to 4 pm. Grab a table and some friends and spend the afternoon people watching on West Hancock."

Day Trip to Athens, GA

View Postcard for Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

@cntraveler

"There are plenty of reasons to visit Creature Comforts Brewing Co. in downtown Athens. First, beer aficionados will likely know it for its Tropicália IPA, which has had a cult following since it was released in 2014. Secondly, you can’t miss the massive brewery and tasting room, built into a refurbished Chevy dealership and auto shop, built in the 1940s. The founders kept everything they could from the old building, including garage doors that create an indoor/outdoor bar and tasting room, exposed beams, concrete floors, and reclaimed wood (after which they named one of their signature beers, Reclaimed Rye). And, though this is a brewery, it's also become a favorite local bar." - Jennifer Bradley Franklin

3 Best Day Trips from Atlanta

View Postcard for Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

Robin McDougall

Google

This place was nice looking and clean. But they didn’t have a delicious beer selection. My wife tried three and finally settled on one that she disliked the least. There was not much for a non beer drinker. Food comes from a food truck. They sell lots of kitschy items and take home apparel. We went hoping to. It a pint glass. But since they only sell 10oz or 16 oz drinks, there were no classic pint glasses available.

Daniel Akins

Google

Ive been wanting to come here for a while and finally made it. The beer is great, the service is great, and there are a ton of options for seating. Patrons all around were having a great time and everyone was friendly. I'll definitely be back to try more. Highly recommended.

Dominic Angelo

Google

Breweries are no longer uncommon, especially in lively and nuanced towns like Athens. So, to shine, breweries must have remarkable beer and a unique vibe. With a broad selection of high quality beer, dim lighting, and droning music, Creature Comforts checks all of these boxes. Being from out of town, I stumbled upon this place by asking a random student of UGA which brewery would be considered the ‘can’t miss’ spot in Athens. Without hesitation, he said Creature Comforts. Clearly, the students here have exceptional taste.

Dan 'n Anne Drop

Google

Exceptional beer. Mostly IPAs but a handful of other styles. They have home made alcohol accommodations for friends who are not beer lovers. They even mix their beers with oj for mimosa like libations. Large amount of indoor and outdoor seating. Music at times. Food trucks at others

Casey McClain

Google

Excellent stop in the Athens area, great vibe and atmosphere at this brewery. Beer is excellent and covers a lot of ground as far as styles (almost guaranteed you'll find one you like). Large indoor area, brewery tours regularly throughout the day and large outdoor area with lawn games, fire pits and plenty of seating. Staff is great here, willing to share their knowledge of the company and its craft. If you're in Athens and a beer fan (or even if you're not) it is most definitely worth the stop.

Griffen Lawrence

Google

You really just can't go wrong with Creature Comforts. Delicious beer selection and for my fellow sour lovers they have an awesome selection to choose from. Awesome vibes inside and out with a ton of seating for those busier weekend days. Sometimes they have bands performing outside as well as food trucks. I come here at least once a week because I can't stay away. Highly recommended.

Rachael Blackstone

Google

Don’t waste the time on the visit. Honestly, the only enjoyable thing about creature is their beer. Which I have to commend is amazing. However, on multiple occasions I have found the staff to be both unfriendly and unaccommodating. For a brewery, I have found that they won’t let you taste beers before trying. For having a bunch of TVs, they were unwilling to change even one for being the only people in the bar. Finally, the local bars have all of their beers at a reasonable price. For your trip to Athens, if you love breweries, I recommend trying any of the others as you will find a more enjoyable time with equally delicious beers.

Vince G

Google

We drive a fairly long distance to visit this brewery often. It is exemplary. The location downtown, the ridiculously good selection of amazing beers, the open air taproom and fabulous outdoor area. Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable.