Brewery Profile

The Lodge at Grist Iron Brewing Co.

In Burdett’s beer scene, this is not just a standalone taproom. The brewery operates as part of a larger hospitality property that also includes an onsite lodge and restaurant, so a visitor walking in finds a place set up for more than a quick pint. House-brewed craft beer and BBQ are part of the same visit, and guests staying overnight have direct access to the brewery without leaving the property. That combination is unusual for the area: a working microbrewery tied directly to lodging, food, and outdoor space on the same grounds.

Travelers around Seneca Lake often plan days around a mix of beer, wine, cheese, and scenic stops rather than a single destination. This property fits that pattern because it sits centrally on the Seneca Lake Beer, Wine, and Cheese Trails and can work as either a stop during a tasting route or a base for a longer Finger Lakes trip. The surrounding area has more than 30 wineries, breweries, and restaurants within a ten-mile radius, so visitors can build an itinerary without driving far between stops. For people who want a brewery visit paired with low-key recreation, the grounds add another layer beyond the taproom.

The lodge has nine guest rooms, with some designated as dog-friendly, and overnight guests receive a complimentary continental breakfast in a common area overlooking Seneca Lake. The 150-acre property includes an 18-hole disc golf course and an almost six-acre fenced, off-leash dog park with its own dedicated bar service. Travelers bringing a dog should confirm room availability and any current policies before booking. As with any brewery visit, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, food service details, and access to outdoor amenities.

Located centrally on the Seneca Lake Beer, Wine, and Cheese Trails in Burdett, New York, Grist Iron Brewing Co. operates as the microbrewery component of a hospitality complex that includes an onsite lodge and restaurant. This facility is unique in the region for combining lodging with an operating microbrewery, allowing guests direct access to house-brewed craft beer and BBQ. The property features nine guest rooms, some designated as dog-friendly, and provides a complimentary continental breakfast in a common area overlooking Seneca Lake. Beyond the taproom and accommodations, the 150-acre grounds incorporate two distinct recreational amenities: an 18-hole disc golf course and an almost six-acre fenced, off-leash dog park equipped with its own dedicated bar service. Grist Iron serves as a base for exploring the surrounding Finger Lakes area, with over 30 wineries, breweries, and restaurants located within a ten-mile radius.

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4880 NY-414, Burdett, NY 14818, USA, Burdett, New York, 14818

Phone: 6078822739

Website: http://www.gristironbrewing.com/about-the-lodge

Hours: Monday: 12pm - 8pm, Tuesday: 12pm - 8pm, Wednesday: Closed, Thursday: 12pm - 9pm, Friday: 12pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 12pm - 9:30pm, Sunday: 12pm - 7pm