Brewery Profile

Banded Brewing Company

As Biddeford’s first brewery, established in 2013, this company occupies a clear place in the city’s developing beer scene. A visitor walking in should expect the experience to center on an on-site taproom rather than a distant production brand. The draft list rotates, so the selection is not fixed from visit to visit, and the taproom also offers a full food service menu. The brewing and packaging are handled internally by the company’s own team, which gives the visit a direct connection to the beer being made there. Its identity is built around balance, simple ingredients, and beers that remain unfiltered and unpasteurized.

Travelers exploring beer in southern Maine often look for stops where they can try fresh local drafts without needing a separate restaurant plan. This taproom fits that kind of visit because beer and food are part of the same on-site experience. The brewery’s stated approach is not framed around one narrow style or a list of headline beers; instead, it emphasizes precision in recipe development and balance across the portfolio. For visitors, that means the useful question is less “what is the famous beer?” and more “what is pouring today?” The rotating list is the best snapshot of how the brewery’s approach is showing up at the moment.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, current food options, and any other visit details that may change. Because the draft list rotates, a return visit may not look exactly like the first one. No specific tour program, hours, parking arrangements, or reservation policy should be assumed without checking directly with the brewery. What is clear is that the public-facing visit is built around the taproom, the food menu, and the beer made and packaged by the in-house team. Visitors who prefer a practical brewery stop with food available and a changing draft board will find the basic format straightforward.

Banded Brewing Company, established in 2013, focuses on crafting balanced beers using simple, real ingredients, maintaining a commitment to keeping all products unfiltered and unpasteurized. Located in Biddeford, Maine, the facility holds the distinction of being the city's first brewery. The brewing philosophy emphasizes precision in recipe development, prioritizing balance as a core principle across their portfolio. Banded operates a taproom on-site that offers a full food service menu alongside their rotating draft list. All production, from brewing to packaging, is handled internally by the company's team.

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32 Main St. Bldg 13-W Ste 102, Biddeford, Maine, 04005-5145

Phone: 207-387-5280

Website: http://www.bandedhorn.com

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 4-9pm Friday: 4-10pm Saturday: 12-10pm Sunday: Brunch: 10am-2pm, Regular Menu: 2:30-8pm *Kitchen service ends 30 minutes before closing each day. **Closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, & Christmas.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Queering the Woods: Clifford Park Vernal Pools Walk

    Jul 4, 2026

    Explore the vernal pools at Clifford Park with a focus on queering natural spaces. An opportunity for community and nature appreciation.

  • Downeaster Train Service to Saco/Biddeford

    Jul 4, 2026

    Amtrak’s Downeaster train service offers 5 daily trains from Boston’s North Station to Saco/Biddeford. Conveniently, the Saco Amtrak Station is a short 5-minute walk to restaurant…

  • Sunday Brunch

    Jul 5, 2026

    Enjoy a delicious Sunday Brunch at our taproom with great beer and tasty food specials.

  • Monday Night Trivia

    Jul 6, 2026

    Weekly trivia event hosted by Best Worst Trivia Maine to kick off the week with fun and great beer.

  • Bluegrass Jam Sessions

    Jul 7, 2026

    Enjoy Bluegrass Jam sessions on select Tuesdays, a perfect evening of music and beer.

  • Pub Run

    Jul 7, 2026

    Join the Pub Run on Tuesdays for a social run followed by great beer at the taproom.

  • Banded Yoga & Brunch

    Jul 7, 2026

    Enjoy Banded's weekly yoga and brunch event to relax and rejuvenate.

  • Bluegrass Jam

    Jul 7, 2026

    Enjoy live bluegrass music sessions rotating on Tuesdays with a lively taproom atmosphere.

  • Run Club

    Jul 7, 2026

    Join the taproom run club on alternating Tuesdays for a social and active evening.

  • Sugar Hill String Band

    Jul 8, 2026

    Performance as part of Heart of Biddeford's Music in the Park concert series at Mechanics Park, Biddeford, Maine from 6pm to 7:30pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Banded Brewing Company located?
Banded Brewing Company is located at 32 Main St. Bldg 13-W Ste 102, Biddeford, Maine, 04005-5145. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Banded Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Monday - Thursday: 4-9pm Friday: 4-10pm Saturday: 12-10pm Sunday: Brunch: 10am-2pm, Regular Menu: 2:30-8pm *Kitchen service ends 30 minutes before closing each day. **Closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, & Christmas.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Banded Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.bandedhorn.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.