Brewery Profile

Rockaway Brewing Company

For visitors looking at the New York beer scene beyond the most central bar districts, the Arverne taproom of Rockaway Brewing Company is a straightforward stop built around draft pours and cans. The brewery also operates a second taproom in Long Island City, so the Arverne location is part of a two-site presence rather than a standalone outpost. When a visitor walks in, the dependable point of orientation is the beer list: Rockaway Brewing Company is known for offering a range of styles rather than focusing on a single category. The setting is best understood as a working taproom experience, where the current lineup may be sampled on tap and packaged beer may be available to take away.

Travelers in this part of New York often look for breweries that can serve different preferences in one visit, especially when a group includes both IPA drinkers and people who prefer lighter, darker, or tart beers. Rockaway Brewing Company fits that pattern with styles that include Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Pilsner, Fruited Sour, and Baltic Porter. The listed alcohol range runs from 4.0% to 8.0% ABV, giving visitors options from lower-strength pours to stronger beers without implying that every style is always on at the same time. The brewery’s work also extends beyond its New York taprooms through limited-edition canned beers made in collaboration with partners in Tokyo, a detail that may interest travelers who follow small-batch or cross-market releases.

For planning, the Arverne taproom generally keeps mid-afternoon to evening hours on most days, while the Long Island City location has longer service windows on weekends, extending from early afternoon into late evening. Because individual draft lists, can availability, and limited releases can change, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours before settling in or buying cans to go. No specific food service, tour program, parking arrangement, or reservation policy is stated here, so visitors should not assume those details without checking directly. Both Rockaway Brewing Company facilities are listed as adhering to ADA 2.2 Level A accessibility standards, which is a useful baseline for guests considering mobility and access needs.

Rockaway Brewing Company offers a diverse array of beer styles, including Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Pilsner, Fruited Sour, and Baltic Porter, with alcohol content between 4.0% and 8.0% ABV. The brewery operates two taprooms located in Arverne and Long Island City, New York, providing on-tap and canned options to patrons. In addition to its local offerings, Rockaway Brewing Company collaborates with partners in Tokyo to produce limited-edition canned beers. The Arverne taproom maintains mid-afternoon to evening hours most days, while the Long Island City location extends service from early afternoon to late evening on weekends. Both facilities adhere to ADA 2.2 Level A accessibility standards.

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Arverne, New York, 11692-1044

Phone: (718) 482-6528

Website: http://www.rockawaybrewco.com

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 NE DIPA, Dark Lager, Cream Ale/Golden Ale, ESB, Dry Irish Stout, Light Lager, Hazy IPA, DDH Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Wheat Lager, Pilsner, and West Coast Double IPA. 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.

  • Trivia Nights

    Jul 21, 2026

    Rockaway Brewing Company hosts regular trivia nights that combine intellectual challenge with craft beer enjoyment, offering a social event for beer enthusiasts to connect and com…

  • Rockaway Chamber Music Concert at Arverne Cinema

    Jul 23, 2026

    Experience classical chamber music performed by a flexible collective of musicians in a relaxed, al fresco setting at the open-air Arverne Cinema next to Rockaway Brewing Company.…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rockaway Brewing Company located?
Rockaway Brewing Company is located at Arverne, New York, 11692-1044. 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://www.rockawaybrewco.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.