Brewery Profile

Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co.

In West Ossipee’s small but busy Route 16 corridor, craft beer is tied closely to travel through the Lakes Region and the White Mountains. A visitor to Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co. encounters a brewery that began as a brewpub in April 2014, built around a modern-rustic tavern setting with beer made on site. That origin still shapes the experience: it feels like a stop meant for a meal, a pint, and a pause between outdoor plans rather than a warehouse-only tasting room. The brewery’s growth is also part of what visitors can observe. What started as a restaurant brewery developed into a larger production operation, with canning and self-distribution beginning in 2016 and a major expansion following in 2018.

Travelers in this part of New Hampshire often look for beers that fit a mixed itinerary: something approachable after skiing, hiking, lake time, leaf-peeping, or a long drive north. The region’s beer culture tends to reward range, from crisp, easy-drinking pints to hop-forward ales, darker cold-weather styles, and farmhouse-inspired beers that suit rural New England settings. Hobbs has a documented track record with its One Arm Farmhouse Ale, which earned Bronze in 2016 and Silver in 2017 at the Great International Beer Festival. That history gives the brewery a clear link to the broader New England craft scene while keeping its identity grounded in local hospitality and road-trip practicality.

For visitors focused on the beer itself, the production side is an important part of the story. In 2018, Hobbs moved production and canning to a separate 9,000-square-foot facility 11 miles away on Route 16, equipped with a 15 BBL brewhouse and capacity for up to 15,000 barrels annually. That facility also includes a dedicated taproom, which opened to the public on October 31, 2020. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, seasonal releases, and packaged beer options, while the original tavern remains tied to the brewery’s brewpub roots. Together, the two settings give visitors a look at both phases of Hobbs: the restaurant-born neighborhood stop and the expanded production brewery serving a wider New Hampshire audience.

The Hobbs Tavern operation began in April 2014 with the opening of a modern-rustic restaurant in West Ossipee, New Hampshire, which included on-site beer production as a brewpub. Initial brewing efforts led to recognition, including a Bronze medal in 2016 and a Silver medal in 2017 at the Great International Beer Festival for their "One Arm Farmhouse Ale." Recognizing the need for increased capacity, the brewery initiated a major expansion in 2018, relocating production and canning operations to a separate 9,000 square foot facility 11 miles away on Route 16. This new production space is equipped with a 15 BBL brewhouse, providing the capacity to produce up to 15,000 barrels annually. Hobbs began packaging and self-distribution using a procured canning line starting in 2016. The new production facility also features a dedicated Tap Room, which officially opened to the public on October 31, 2020.

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2415 NH Route 16, West Ossipee, New Hampshire, 03890

Phone: 603.539.3795

Website: http://www.hobbstavern.com

Hours: Thursday: 12pm - 9pm; Friday & Saturday: 12pm - 7pm; Sunday: 12pm - 4pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co..

Beer Styles at Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co.

Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co. brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Farmhouse Ale. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co. located?
Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co. is located at 2415 NH Route 16, West Ossipee, New Hampshire, 03890. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co.'s hours?
Current hours are: Thursday: 12pm - 9pm; Friday & Saturday: 12pm - 7pm; Sunday: 12pm - 4pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Co.?
Visit http://www.hobbstavern.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.