Last updated September 18, 2026 · ranked from 4,491 Google reviews · How we rank
The best breweries in Lansing, MI offer concrete choices between house drafts, beer gardens, pizza dinners, and late-night pub meals. Sleepwalker Spirits And Ale at 1101 S Washington Ave has the highest Google rating in this guide: 4.7 from 222 reviews. The REO Town microbrewery serves pizzas, sandwiches, craft beer, and cocktails. Ozone’s Brewhouse at 305 Beaver St and EagleMonk Pub and Brewery at 4906 W Mt Hope Hwy both hold 4.6 ratings, with 439 and 344 reviews respectively.
For a detailed beer selection, EagleMonk lists 12 beers on tap and two on cask, alongside wine, hard cider, and soda. Its shaded beer garden welcomes leashed dogs and has outdoor games. Midtown Brewing Co., at 402 S Washington Square, pairs house drafts with locally sourced pub food and lists trivia, live music, and vegan and vegetarian options.
Hours and group amenities also distinguish the choices in Lansing, MI. Lansing Brewing Company, rated 4.2 from 1,326 reviews, offers a private dining room, reservations, and outdoor seating. BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse has the largest review count here—1,786, with a 4.0 rating—and stays open until midnight Monday through Saturday. Its children’s menu, changing tables, and late-night food make it a practical option for family meals or a later visit.
Top picks at a glance
1Ozone's BrewhouseOzone's Brewhouse has a 4.6 Google rating across 439 reviews, with reviewers praising its beer and friendly, cozy setting.
2EagleMonk Pub and BreweryEagleMonk Pub and Brewery offers twelve beers on tap, two on cask, house-made pizza dough, and a shaded beer garden.
3Lansing Brewing CompanyLansing Brewing Company pairs beer with comfort food and small plates, plus outdoor seating and live music.
4.6(439)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 439 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · Old Town
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
A 4.6 Google rating across 439 reviews anchors Ozone's Brewhouse’s first-place spot, with excerpts praising its beer and friendly, cozy setting. At 305 Beaver St in Lansing, MI, this brewery pairs an on-site bar with food: one reviewer singled out a sweet potato burger paired with Dark Shadows Porter. Another praised the beer while noting uneven food execution. Daily hours, including 11 a.m. weekend openings, plus free parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add practical reasons to visit.
Dark Shadows Porter
Free parking options
Weekend morning openings
“This trip, the sweet potato burger won menu roulette. This handheld was sweet, tangy, creamy, crunchy, and filling. I added cheese and change out the pretzel bun for brioche. Paired with the Dark Shadows Porter, this was a fantastic dinn…”
4.6(344)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 344 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · Westside / Saginaw Highway
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Twelve beers on tap and two on cask give EagleMonk Pub and Brewery a clear foundation for its No. 2 spot in Lansing, MI. Its 4.6 Google rating across 344 reviews adds support, while the kitchen makes its own pizza dough, sauce and beer cheese. One reviewer specifically praises the pizza and spinach artichoke dip. The large beer garden adds mature shade trees, games and space for dogs on leashes, with heaters available for cooler weather.
Two cask beers
House-made pizza dough
Shaded beer garden
“Dan and Sonia have made a go of Eagle Monk for fourteen years, and definitely have a following! They bring in artists, musicians, and lots of neighborhood beer and food lovers. Here's to many more years to come!”
4.2(1,326)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1326 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$ · Stadium District
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
Notable beer offerings, outdoor seating, and live music put Lansing Brewing Company at No. 3. This women-owned brewery at 518 E Shiawassee St in Lansing, MI pairs its drinks with comfort food and small plates in a casual setting. Its 4.2 Google rating across 1,326 reviews adds support, while one reviewer specifically enjoyed sitting outside. Cocktails and sports viewing broaden the appeal for groups, and reservations, a children’s menu, and free lot parking make planning a visit easier.
Women-owned brewery
Outdoor seating
Live music
“Literally drove an hour to get here to enjoy some drinks, walk in and get yelled at that they’re closed. Even though it said they’re open online, door was unlocked, people there, and no signs on the door. It’s 2:00 on a Sunday. Really di…”
4.1(596)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 596 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · $$ · Stadium District
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
House drafts and locally sourced pub food put Midtown Brewing Co. at No. 4, with a 4.1-star Google rating across 596 reviews. Located on S Washington Square in Lansing, MI, it offers a casual setting with trivia nights, bar games and live music. One reviewer praised the Midtown beers, while others singled out friendly, efficient bartending. Vegetarian and vegan options broaden the food choices, and outdoor seating allows dogs. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 11 p.m.
House draft beers
Locally sourced food
Trivia nights
“Midtown beers were good.
Bartender was friendly and funny.
The place just looks unloved and tired compared to last time we visited.
We did not eat food.”
4.0(1,786)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 1786 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery · $$ · Eastside / Michigan Avenue
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
An extensive house-brew list and late-night hours earn BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse the No. 5 spot. This family-friendly chain outpost at 2515 Lake Lansing Rd in Lansing, MI pairs beer with familiar pub fare, including vegetarian and vegan options. Outdoor seating and an onsite bar provide different places to settle in, while happy-hour food and drinks add another reason to visit. Its 4-star Google rating spans 1,786 reviews, with the supplied excerpts praising flavorful food, good portions, and attentive service.
Extensive house brews
Late-night food
Outdoor seating
“Food was flavorful with good portions - Staff were welcoming, engaging and attentive!”
4.0(1,786)4.0 out of 5 from 1786 reviews (Google rating)
$$
Eastside / Michigan Avenue
Open
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each brewery is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Lansing category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which brewery in Lansing, MI has the highest Google rating?
Sleepwalker Spirits And Ale leads this guide with 4.7 stars from 222 reviews. Ozone’s Brewhouse and EagleMonk Pub and Brewery follow at 4.6 stars, based on 439 and 344 reviews respectively.
Where can I have a beer outdoors with my dog in Lansing, MI?
EagleMonk Pub and Brewery has a shaded beer garden that welcomes leashed dogs, with Corn Hole, Giant Jenga, and Yard Yatzee. Midtown Brewing Co. also allows dogs outside and offers outdoor seating.
Which breweries in Lansing, MI stay open late?
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse closes at midnight Monday through Saturday and at 11 p.m. Sunday. Midtown Brewing Co. and Ozone’s Brewhouse both close at 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. BJ’s and Midtown also list late-night food.
Which breweries in Lansing, MI have amenities for children?
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse offers a children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables. Lansing Brewing Company and Midtown Brewing Co. also have children’s menus and high chairs. All three accept reservations.
Where can I pair brewery beer with pizza in Lansing, MI?
EagleMonk Pub and Brewery serves pizza made with its own dough and sauce, alongside 12 tap beers and two cask beers. Sleepwalker Spirits And Ale also serves pizza and craft beer at its REO Town location, 1101 S Washington Ave.
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