Brewery Profile

Pub Dog Brewing Company

For visitors looking at Westminster’s craft beer options, this is a long-running Maryland brewery with a format built around beer and food in the same visit. Operating in the state since 2001, it presents itself less as a production-only stop and more as a casual beer-and-pizza destination. A visitor walking in can expect house-brewed drafts, a full food menu, and a focus on hand-crafted pizzas, salads, and appetizers made with fresh ingredients. The beer list is described as broad rather than tied to one niche, with lighter, more refreshing choices as well as richer, fuller-bodied selections. One distinctive part of the service is the “mixed breeds” option, where two different beers are served at the same time for side-by-side sampling or blending.

Travelers moving through central Maryland often look for brewery stops that can work for more than a quick pint: a place to compare styles, eat a full meal, and pick up beer to take away. Pub Dog Brewing Company fits that kind of visit because its menu is not an afterthought, and its beer service encourages trying more than one pour. The range of styles gives different types of drinkers a way into the list, whether they prefer something lighter with pizza or a fuller beer for a slower meal. The “mixed breeds” format also gives visitors a built-in tasting experience without requiring knowledge of specific beer names in advance.

The practical draw is the combination of late hours, carryout, and refillable growlers. All house-brewed beers are available to go in 32 oz. and 64 oz. refillable growlers, which makes the stop useful for visitors staying nearby or heading home after a Westminster visit. The full menu is served for both in-house dining and carryout until 1:30 AM seven days a week, an unusually late schedule for a brewery-focused restaurant. Because specific daily pours are not fixed in the available information, the taproom is the place to confirm what is on draft, which beers are available for growler fills, and which pairings make sense with the current pizza and appetizer choices.

Pub Dog Brewing Company has operated in Maryland since 2001, focusing on house-brewed beer alongside a full menu centered on gourmet pizza. The brewery maintains a diverse portfolio of styles, ranging from lighter, refreshing options to richer, full-bodied selections. Beer service is unique, offering both standard single drafts and "mixed breeds," where two different beers are served simultaneously for sampling or combination. All house-brewed beers are available for carryout in 32 oz. and 64 oz. refillable growlers. The food service emphasizes hand-crafted pizzas, salads, and appetizers made with fresh ingredients. Notably, the establishment maintains extended operating hours, serving the full menu for both in-house dining and carryout until 1:30 AM seven days a week.

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1203 New Windsor Rd, Westminster, Maryland, 21158-6704

Phone: (410)848-3993

Website: http://www.pubdog.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Pub Dog Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at Pub Dog Brewing Company

Pub Dog Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Unknown (Likely a specific beer name). 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.

  • Happy Hour in Columbia

    Jun 24, 2026

    Enjoy $1 off beer, wine, cider, and liquor drinks and 1/2 priced Garlic Sticks and Hot Soft Pretzels at our Columbia location Monday - Friday from 3PM to 6PM!

  • Pub Dog Brewing Co. Tap Room Hours

    Jun 24, 2026

    The Pub Dog of Westminster tap room is open during scheduled hours Wednesday through Sunday for enjoying their house-brewed beers, food, and drinks.

  • Kennel Club Cards in Columbia

    Jun 24, 2026

    Dine Monday - Saturday 11AM until 3PM for a punch on your Kennel Club card. After 8 punches, your next pizza or salad is on us. Monday is Double-Punch lunch!

  • Private Brewery Tours by Appointment

    Jun 24, 2026

    Pub Dog Brewing Company offers private brewery tours at their Westminster location by appointment only. Contact them to schedule a tour and learn more about their brewery operatio…

  • Trivia & Music Bingo in Westminster

    Jun 25, 2026

    Join us for Music Bingo and Themed Trivia on Thursday nights in Westminster. Check our Facebook event page for upcoming dates and themes.

  • DJ Saturdays in Columbia

    Jun 26, 2026

    Some of the area's best DJ's join us every Saturday night from 10PM till last-call to play your favorite tunes.

  • Thirsty Dog Sundays in Columbia & Westminster

    Jun 28, 2026

    Buy a 22oz Thirsty Dog cup filled with your favorite Pub Dog beer, and enjoy $5 refills every Sunday until 8PM. Bring your cup to any location for refills.

  • Trivia Night in Columbia

    Jun 29, 2026

    Join us for Columbia's best trivia night every Monday at 7:30pm!

  • Music Bingo in Columbia

    Jun 29, 2026

    Join us for Music Bingo Tuesday nights from 8PM to 10PM at our Columbia pub!

  • Cask Tapping in Westminster

    Jul 1, 2026

    Enjoy draft beer at its best when we tap a new cask conditioned ale each month on a Wednesday night. Check out our Facebook Events page for details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pub Dog Brewing Company located?
Pub Dog Brewing Company is located at 1203 New Windsor Rd, Westminster, Maryland, 21158-6704. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Pub Dog Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call (410)848-3993 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Pub Dog Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.pubdog.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.