Brewery Profile

Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co.

As Decatur’s first brewery, established in early 2018, Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co. occupies a clear place in the city’s beer scene: it gives visitors a downtown taproom where beer is made on site rather than simply poured. When a guest walks in, the bar offers views of the brewing process, so the working side of the business remains part of the visit. The setting is casual rather than hidden away from production, with the brewery equipment helping define the room. For travelers who like to understand how a local beer scene has taken shape, this stop is tied directly to Decatur’s modern craft beer timeline.

Visitors moving through North Alabama often look for a mix of familiar styles and something tied to the local taproom experience. Cross-Eyed Owl’s known beers include Space Owl Hazy IPA, River City Lager, and Lechuza Mexican Lager, which gives a useful snapshot of the range: a hazy hop-forward option, a straightforward lager, and a Mexican-style lager. That spread can suit different kinds of stops, from someone comparing IPAs across Alabama breweries to someone who wants an easier-drinking beer before continuing through town. The experience is also not limited to tasting flights or a seat at the bar; the brewery includes games and outdoor space, which makes it workable for visitors who want to linger without making the beer list the only focus.

For practical planning, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any current event details. Weekly events are held both inside and outside the brewery, so the atmosphere may vary depending on when you arrive. Recreation options include foosball indoors and corn hole in the outdoor beer garden, giving groups a few ways to pass time between rounds. Because the known appeal of the space includes its downtown setting, brewing views from the bar, and indoor-outdoor programming, it can function as either a quick local beer stop or a longer casual visit. Travelers should check directly with the brewery for hours, food arrangements, and the latest tap list, since those details can change and are not fixed by the basic profile.

Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co. was established in Decatur, Alabama, in early 2018 as the city's first brewery. Its downtown location offers patrons views of the brewing process from the bar. The brewery also provides recreational options, including foosball and an outdoor corn hole area in the beer garden. Space Owl Hazy IPA, River City Lager, and Lechuza Mexican Lager are among the beers produced. Weekly events are held both inside and outside the brewery.

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105 1st Ave NE, Decatur, Alabama, 35601

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Website: http://www.xeobrewing.com

Hours: Tap Room Hours Mon: Closed Tue: 3pm - 9pm Wed-Thu: 9am - 9pm Fri: 9am - 11pm Sat: 9am - 11pm Sun: 12 Noon - 6pm