Brewery Profile

TailGate Brewery Hendersonville

In Hendersonville’s beer scene, this taproom gives visitors a local entry point into a Tennessee brewery that has built much of its identity around remaining independent. TailGate Brewery has operated with one owner and no outside investors since establishing its Nashville presence in 2014, and the Hendersonville site is part of its wider Middle Tennessee footprint rather than a one-off neighborhood bar. A visitor walking in should expect the core TailGate model: a craft beer taproom paired with a full pizzeria concept. The emphasis is on beer made within a regional brewery system, served alongside food in a setting designed for people who want a casual stop rather than a formal tasting room experience.

Travelers in the greater Nashville area often look for breweries that can fit into a broader day of eating, drinking, and moving between nearby communities. This stop works well in that context because TailGate operates several taprooms in the region, with Hendersonville one of seven in the greater Nashville area and another location in Chattanooga. The brewery’s stated focus is on producing a range of craft beers, including boundary-pushing styles, so visitors are more likely to use the tap list as the guide than arrive for one fixed flagship experience. For someone exploring Tennessee beer, the appeal is partly in seeing how a multi-taproom independent brewery presents its beer and food program outside central Nashville.

For planning purposes, the known amenities are straightforward: beer, a taproom, and a full pizzeria. Specific daily pours, current food options, hours, events, seating policies, parking details, and production access are not confirmed here, so the taproom is the place to verify what is available on the day of a visit. Because TailGate’s overall operation includes multiple locations and many sites with dedicated production facilities, visitors interested in where a particular beer was made should ask staff rather than assume. The company also publicly emphasizes internal employment practices such as wage audits, 401(k) matching, and fully company-paid health benefits, which may matter to guests who pay attention to how hospitality businesses operate behind the bar.

TailGate Brewery operates as a fiercely independent Tennessee craft brewery, maintaining a structure with one owner and zero outside investors since establishing its presence in Nashville in 2014. The company emphasizes internal operations, including constant wage audits, 401(k) matching, and 100% company-paid health benefits for its team. This Hendersonville location is one of seven taprooms in the greater Nashville area, with an additional location in Chattanooga, forming a network where many sites include dedicated production facilities. The brewery specializes in producing a range of craft beers alongside a full pizzeria concept. The overall operation focuses on manufacturing boundary-pushing beer styles and accompanying food service across its regional footprint.

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248 Sanders Ferry Rd, Hendersonville, TN 37075, USA, Hendersonville, Tennessee, 37075

Phone: (615) 457-1424

Website: http://tailgatebeer.com/

Hours: Mo 11:00-22:00, Tu 11:00-22:00, We 11:00-22:00, Th 11:00-22:00, Fr 11:00-23:00, Sa 11:00-23:00, Su 11:00-22:00

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (6/27-6/28)

    Jun 27, 2026

    Experience our brewery tours on June 27th and 28th, with tour times at 1 pm and 3 pm on both days. Tickets are $20 per person.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (8/1-8/2)

    Jun 27, 2026

    Tour the TailGate Brewery on Saturdays and Sundays with slots available at 1 pm and 3 pm each day. Tickets cost $20.00 per person.

  • Live Trivia

    Jun 30, 2026

    Join TailGate Brewery – Hendersonville for an engaging live trivia event. It's a fun activity where you can test your knowledge while enjoying great beer.

  • Weekly Event at TailGate Brewery Hendersonville

    Jul 1, 2026

    Weekly gathering at TailGate Brewery Hendersonville every Wednesday at 11:00 AM.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (7/4-7/5)

    Jul 4, 2026

    Join us for Weekend Brewery Tours at TailGate Brewery. Multiple time slots available on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (7/11-7/12)

    Jul 11, 2026

    Join us for Weekend Brewery Tours at TailGate Brewery. Multiple time slots available on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (7/18-7/19)

    Jul 18, 2026

    Join us for Weekend Brewery Tours at TailGate Brewery. Multiple time slots available on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (7/25-7/26)

    Jul 25, 2026

    Join us for Weekend Brewery Tours at TailGate Brewery. Multiple time slots available on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (8/1-8/2)

    Aug 1, 2026

    Join us for our Weekend Brewery Tours on August 1st and 2nd with multiple tour times each day. Tours are a great way to explore the brewery and learn about our brewing process.

  • Weekend Brewery Tours (8/8-8/9)

    Aug 8, 2026

    Join us for our Weekend Brewery Tours on August 8th and 9th with multiple tour times each day. Discover the art of brewing and sample our latest creations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is TailGate Brewery Hendersonville located?
TailGate Brewery Hendersonville is located at 248 Sanders Ferry Rd, Hendersonville, TN 37075, USA, Hendersonville, Tennessee, 37075. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are TailGate Brewery Hendersonville's hours?
Current hours are: Mo 11:00-22:00, Tu 11:00-22:00, We 11:00-22:00, Th 11:00-22:00, Fr 11:00-23:00, Sa 11:00-23:00, Su 11:00-22:00. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about TailGate Brewery Hendersonville?
Visit http://tailgatebeer.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.