Brewery Profile

Abita Brewing Co

Deep in the piney woods of Covington, just north of New Orleans, this is one of the names most closely tied to Louisiana craft beer. For visitors, the draw is partly historical: the company began as a smaller operation and later moved to a larger facility as demand grew. That shift gives the visit two points of interest rather than one. The original site now functions as a cozy brew pub, while the expanded brewery represents the scale the company reached as it became a fixture in the region’s beer culture. Walking in, expect a place that feels connected to Covington’s identity rather than a generic stop on a beer trail.

Travelers in southeast Louisiana often look for drinks and experiences that reflect the area around them, whether they are coming from New Orleans, exploring the Northshore, or driving through the piney countryside. Abita Brewing Co. fits that kind of trip because its reputation is built around distinctive, regionally inspired brews and a long-running presence in Southern craft beer. This is not a place where a visitor needs a deep technical background in beer to understand the appeal. The main context is local: a Louisiana brewery whose growth mirrors the broader rise of craft brewing in the South, and whose name has become familiar well beyond its home city.

For planning, think of the visit in two parts: the original brew pub and the larger brewery facility. The brew pub is the more straightforward choice for a relaxed stop, while the expanded brewery is the place to connect the current operation with the company’s larger role in the state’s beer scene. Because specific amenities, hours, tour availability, food service details, and the day’s beer list are not assumed here, check directly before going. The taproom or brew pub is the place to confirm the day’s pours, any current visitor options, and whether anything requires advance planning. Covington is close enough to New Orleans to work as a side trip, but it has its own pace, so allow time to treat the stop as part of the Northshore rather than just an add-on to the city.

Deep in the piney woods of Covington, just north of New Orleans, Abita Brewing Co. stands as a true Louisiana institution. What began as a small operation quickly blossomed, forcing a move to a larger facility to meet the passionate demand for their distinctive, regionally-inspired brews. Visit their original site, now a cozy brew pub, or explore the expanded brewery that continues to define Southern craft beer history.

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166 Barbee Rd, Covington, Louisiana, 70433-8651

Phone: 9858933143

Website: http://www.abita.com

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Crawfish by Boil Culture!!!

    Oct 23, 2026

    Boil Culture serves crawfish starting at 1 PM every Friday until sold out. Enjoy bold flavors and fresh boils paired with your favorite Abita brew.

  • Crawfish Fridays & Sundays with Boil Culture

    Oct 23, 2026

    Join Abita New Orleans for Crawfish Fridays as usual and a new Sunday sequel through May, serving from 1 PM with cold beer and hot crawfish.

  • Crawfish Fridays with NOLA Crawfish King

    Oct 23, 2026

    Let the pots bubble and the good times roll. Every Friday through Lent, we're teaming up with NOLA Crawfish King to bring you hot, perfectly boiled crawfish served fresh at 5PM. K…

  • Friday Night Flights

    Oct 23, 2026

    Weekly Friday event at New Orleans Abita offering rotating preselected beer flights for $18 from 6-9 PM. Pick your favorite and return next week for new selections.

  • Crawfish Fridays with Boil Culture

    Oct 23, 2026

    Abita New Orleans teams up with Boil Culture for hot boiled crawfish served fresh starting at 5 PM. The event is presented as an ongoing Friday tradition.

  • Crawfish w/ Boil Culture

    Oct 25, 2026

    Boil Culture will serve crawfish at Abita New Orleans as part of the Friday and Sunday crawfish series. Sunday service starts at 1 PM and runs through May.

  • Happy Hour

    Oct 26, 2026

    Mondays to Wednesdays from 4-6 PM at New Orleans Abita. Enjoy happy hour specials perfect for casual catch-ups and post-shift decompression.

  • Heart-Shaped NOLA Dessert Pop-Up During Trivia

    Oct 26, 2026

    Join every Tuesday during trivia for a rotating heart-shaped NOLA dessert pop-up with locally inspired treats to share or enjoy solo.

  • Trivia Tuesdays at Abita New Orleans

    Oct 26, 2026

    Every Tuesday at 7 PM, join live, locally hosted trivia with Past & Present Trivia for a fun and competitive game night.

  • Trivia w/ Past & Present Trivia

    Oct 26, 2026

    Join weekly Trivia Tuesdays at 7PM for live, locally hosted trivia with Past & Present Trivia — a test of knowledge, wit, and teamwork.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Abita Brewing Co located?
Abita Brewing Co is located at 166 Barbee Rd, Covington, Louisiana, 70433-8651. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Abita Brewing Co's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 9858933143 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Abita Brewing Co?
Visit http://www.abita.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.