Brewery Profile

Recon Brewing

In Butler’s beer scene, a visitor to Recon Brewing finds a production-focused brewery with an attached taproom rather than a venue built around a long list of extras. The setting serves both local drinkers and people moving through the greater Pittsburgh metropolitan area who want to try beer close to where it is made. Inside, the taproom provides seating for on-site pours, while the production side defines the brewery’s role in the region. The impression is practical and beer-centered: a place to sample current releases, see what is available that day, and purchase packaged beer to take home.

Travelers in Western Pennsylvania often look for breweries that offer familiar styles made with care, especially when planning stops across Pittsburgh-area suburbs and smaller cities. Recon fits that kind of itinerary with a rotating tap list that often includes traditional lagers, clean IPAs, and seasonal ales. The brewery’s stated focus is on highly drinkable, approachable beer styles, with consistent quality and value as central priorities. For visitors who prefer straightforward choices over experimental or niche offerings, that makes the taproom a useful stop. It also gives travelers a chance to compare what is poured on site with the core offerings distributed more broadly across Western Pennsylvania.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since availability can change with the rotating list. Known visitor amenities include seating for on-site consumption and retail sales of cans and growlers. Because the facility primarily functions as a production site, visitors should not assume additional services or programming beyond what the brewery confirms directly. Anyone building a beer route through Butler or the wider Pittsburgh region can treat Recon Brewing as a stop for current draft selections, packaged beer, and a look at a locally distributed Western Pennsylvania brewery.

Located in Butler, Pennsylvania, Recon Brewing operates a production facility and taproom serving the greater Pittsburgh metropolitan area. The brewery focuses primarily on crafting highly drinkable, approachable beer styles emphasizing consistent quality and value. Recon maintains a rotating tap list that often includes traditional lagers, clean IPAs, and seasonal ales designed for broad appeal. While the facility primarily functions as a production site, the attached taproom provides seating for on-site consumption and retail sales of cans and growlers. Recon Brewing distributes its core offerings regionally across Western Pennsylvania.

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1747 N Main St Ext, Butler, Pennsylvania, 16001-1327

Phone: (724)256-8747

Website: http://www.reconbrewing.com

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Karaoke Night

    Oct 7, 2026

    Show off your singing skills at Karaoke Night at Recon Brewing.

  • Happy Hour: $1 Off Pints & Appetizers

    Oct 8, 2026

    Enjoy $1 off pints and appetizers during happy hour on weekdays.

  • Free Kids Meal with Entree Purchase

    Oct 8, 2026

    On Thursdays, get a free kids meal when you purchase an adult entree. Use code KIDSFREE26.

  • DJ Bingo

    Oct 9, 2026

    Play DJ Bingo Friday night from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Recon Brewing at Hastings.

  • Live Music: Santino Tomasetti

    Oct 10, 2026

    Live music performance by Santino Tomasetti at Recon Brewing from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

  • Live Music: Nick Glasso

    Oct 10, 2026

    Nick Glasso performs live at Recon Brewing.

  • Hastings Day

    Oct 11, 2026

    Gather with friends and family for Hastings Day.

  • Vinyl Sundays

    Oct 11, 2026

    Spend your Sunday listening to great vinyl records while enjoying a drink at Recon Brewing.

  • DJ Trivia

    Oct 13, 2026

    Test your knowledge with DJ Trivia and compete for prizes at Recon Brewing every Wednesday.

  • April Mixer

    Oct 15, 2026

    Join us for a free monthly networking mixer at Recon Brewing featuring networking opportunities, appetizers, and a special guest speaker from Recon Brewing's ownership group shari…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Recon Brewing located?
Recon Brewing is located at 1747 N Main St Ext, Butler, Pennsylvania, 16001-1327. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Recon Brewing's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call (724)256-8747 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Recon Brewing?
Visit http://www.reconbrewing.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.