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HIGHLY crafted BEERS. Welcoming SPACE.
CHEERS to COMMUNITY!

Sturdy Shelter Brewing is excited to welcome you to our riverfront brewery in Batavia, IL! Located on the Fox River, our taproom serves a wide variety of highly crafted and delicious beers. We are dedicated to serving the community and hope you will join us around a table soon!

"Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter: whoever finds one has found a treasure."

Current Draft List

our EVENTS

At Sturdy Shelter Brewing, we host a variety of fun, ticketed events for the whole community.
Purchase ticketed events here!

Our Events

the TAPROOM

There is something for everyone! With 18 taps, we serve historical classics, seasonal favorites, and newly created expressions. Try a sampling of our beers, enjoy the views of the Fox River, and stay as long as you like. You’ll find a cozy, welcoming space with scenic views and a friendly team to help you discover your new favorite beer style.

Hungry? There are many local Batavia restaurants that offer to-go options and delivery to the brewery. We will also host food trucks on-site when available. You’re welcome to bring food in to enjoy with your beverages!

The Taproom

the BEER

What distinguishes a great brewery is the disciplined, painstaking attentiveness towards the little things. True craft is most often hidden in nuance— the tiny, unseen brewhouse details that ensure an exceptional product. Sturdy Shelter Brewing is a craft brewery focused on the details, aiming to produce beers that are flavorful, complex, yet balanced and highly drinkable. Whether you’re a craft beer rookie, veteran, or hall of famer—we’ll have a style for you!

The Beer

Beer to Go