Brewery Profile

Rockaway Brewing Company

Queens has a varied beer scene, with neighborhood taprooms serving both local regulars and visitors moving between the waterfront, subway corridors, and industrial corners of the borough. At Rockaway Brewing Company, that scene is split across two taprooms: one in Arverne and one in Long Island City. A visitor can expect a beer-focused stop built around the brewery’s own lineup rather than a large restaurant-style concept. The list spans several familiar craft categories, and the taproom setting is the place to see what is actually pouring on a given day. For travelers comparing Queens breweries, the two-location setup gives Rockaway Brewing Company a presence near both the Rockaways and western Queens.

The beer range covers styles that many New York craft-beer drinkers actively look for: Hazy IPAs, Pale Ales, Pilsners, Fruited Sours, and Dark Lagers. Notable beers include Rockaway IPA, Hawaiian Pizza IPA, and Severance Package NE DIPA, with listed ABVs across the broader lineup ranging from 4.0% to 8.0%. That spread makes the brewery suitable for different kinds of visits, from someone looking for a lighter pour to someone seeking a stronger hop-forward beer. The brewery also produces collaborations with partners in Tokyo, which adds an international thread to its otherwise Queens-based identity. For non-beer drinkers or mixed groups, wines on tap from Channing Daughters provide another option without turning the visit away from its taproom focus.

Before going, visitors should check the current hours, since the taprooms maintain seasonal schedules. The Arverne and Long Island City locations may serve different needs depending on the day’s plans: one fits more naturally with time in the Rockaways, while the other is closer to the dense brewery and arts corridor of western Queens. The known accessibility note is straightforward: the taprooms are ADA compliant. Other details, such as the day’s exact draft list, any limited releases, food arrangements, or event schedules, should be confirmed directly with the brewery or at the taproom. For most visitors, the practical approach is to choose the location that fits the itinerary, check the hours, and use the bar as the source for the freshest information on current pours.

Rockaway Brewing Company operates taprooms in both Arverne and Long Island City, Queens, New York. Their lineup includes a variety of beer styles such as Hazy IPAs, Pale Ales, Pilsners, Fruited Sours, and Dark Lagers. Notable offerings include the Rockaway IPA, Hawaiian Pizza IPA, and Severance Package NE DIPA, with ABVs ranging from 4.0% to 8.0%. The brewery also produces collaborations with partners in Tokyo and features wines on tap from Channing Daughters. Their taprooms maintain seasonal hours and are ADA compliant.

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46-01 5th St, Queens, NY 11101, USA, Queens, New York, 11101

Phone: (718) 482-6528

Website: http://rockaway.beer/

Hours: Mon-Wed 4pm-9pm Thursday 4pm-10pm Friday 2pm-10pm Saturday Noon-11pm Sunday Noon-9pm

Popular Beers

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

Beer Styles at Rockaway Brewing Company

Rockaway Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Hazy IPA, DDH Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Wheat Lager, Pilsner, West Coast Double IPA, Fruited Sour, NE DIPA, Imperial ESB, Baltic Porter, Nitro Pub Ale, and Belgian Witbier. 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.

  • Brooklyn Brewery Weekend Free Tours

    Oct 24, 2026

    On Saturdays and Sundays, Brooklyn Brewery hosts free tours every half hour between 1pm and 6pm with food trucks available at the brewery.

  • Bronx Brewery Tours

    Oct 24, 2026

    The Bronx Brewery hosts free tours on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30, 3:30, and 5:30pm. Experience their diverse ale flavors in a community-focused taproom and backyard setting.

  • Singlecut Beersmiths Sunday Tour

    Oct 25, 2026

    Singlecut Beersmiths hosts free 20-minute tours on Sundays at 5pm accompanied by live music and Sigmund’s Pretzels in their taproom.

  • Brooklyn Brewery Weekday Small Batch Tour

    Oct 26, 2026

    Monday through Friday, Brooklyn Brewery offers a paid Small Batch Tour including four beer tastings and a complimentary glass. Advance scheduling required as spots fill weeks in a…

  • Super Chori

    Oct 29, 2026

    Fresh chorip and beers at Rockaway Brewing every Thursday night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rockaway Brewing Company located?
Rockaway Brewing Company is located at 46-01 5th St, Queens, NY 11101, USA, Queens, New York, 11101. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Rockaway Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Mon-Wed 4pm-9pm Thursday 4pm-10pm Friday 2pm-10pm Saturday Noon-11pm Sunday Noon-9pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Rockaway Brewing Company?
Visit http://rockaway.beer/ 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.