Brewery Profile

515 Brewing Co

In Clive’s share of the Des Moines metro beer scene, 515 Brewing Co. serves as a neighborhood-oriented stop with a clear emphasis on variety. A visitor walking in should expect a taproom built around conversation, repeat visits, and a changing beer list rather than a fixed lineup. The brewery’s catalog spans more than 150 recipes, so the current board is likely to reflect whatever the brewers are focusing on at the moment. Its setting along the Clive Greenbelt Trail also shapes the feel of the place: the taproom and patio connect it to the daily rhythm of trail users, nearby residents, and metro-area beer drinkers making a casual stop.

Travelers in this part of Iowa often look for breweries that can serve different kinds of drinkers in the same group. 515 Brewing Co. fits that pattern through range. Someone looking for a crisp lager can find the more familiar side of the brewery’s approach, while visitors interested in more complex or experimental beer can look for the adventurous end of the rotating catalog. That breadth makes it a useful stop for people exploring the Des Moines-area craft beer circuit, especially if they want a taproom where the draw is not one flagship style but the chance to see what is pouring that day. The trailside location also makes it an easy brewery to pair with a walk, ride, or relaxed afternoon in Clive.

For practical planning, the known visitor spaces are the taproom and the patio overlooking the Clive Greenbelt Trail. Since the beer selection changes regularly, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and decide what fits your taste. Visitors should not assume a particular beer will be available just because it falls within the brewery’s broader range of recipes. The setting is straightforward: a craft brewery in Clive, within the Des Moines metro area, with indoor seating and an outdoor patio tied closely to the trail. For details not covered by the core visit experience, such as current hours, food options, events, or policies, it is best to check directly with the brewery before going.

Nestled trailside along the Clive Greenbelt Trail in the Des Moines metro area, 515 Brewing Co. is a neighborhood hub dedicated to brewing diversity. With a constantly rotating catalog of over 150 recipes, they master everything from crisp lagers for the casual drinker to complex, adventurous brews for the seasoned palate. Pull up a seat in their charming taproom or enjoy the patio overlooking the trail, where camaraderie and conversation flow as easily as the carefully crafted beer.

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7700 University Ave, Clive, Iowa, 50325-1271

Website: http://www.515brewing.com

Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 3 - 8 p.m. Wednesday: 3 - 8 p.m. Thursday: 3 - 8 p.m. Friday: 3 - 10 p.m. Saturday: 12 - 10 p.m. Sunday: 1 - 6 p.m.