It’s been four years in the making, but “America’s oldest brewery” is finally ready to debut its new massive bar and restaurant in Tampa.

The Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen will open on Thursday, June 15, at 11109 N 30th St. near Busch Gardens and the Tampa campus of University of South Florida.

The 42,000 square-foot dining concept is truly huge, boasting an 800-person capacity, with both indoor and outdoor seating, five bars, an outdoor beer garden, an activity area for kids (opening later this summer), and a private event space that can hold up to 120 guests.

Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen We all know it as “America’s oldest brewery” and the favorite beer of middle aged and boomer dads across the nation: Yuengling. The popular brewery opened a massive, state-of-the-art restaurant and beer garden in 2023 and it’s probably your dad’s favorite place to watch his team. It boasts five total bars and 88 different taps of lagers, ales and more. 11109 N. 30th St., Tampa Credit: Photo via Yuengling

The pub-style menu features bar classics with like creative variations on burgers, wings and fries, as well as hefty entrees like steaks, scallops, Gulf snapper and more. On tap, guests can expect a hefty array of Yuengling drafts and seasonals, like their new Bongo Fizz and Hershey’s Chocolate Porter. There’s also beer ‘hoptails’ and frozen beer slushies.

“As a 6th generation brewing family, it is a highlight for us to evolve our business into this new, unique hospitality experience,” said Wendy Yuengling, Chief Administrative Officer and 6th generation family member in a statement. “For 194 years we have been committed to brewing great beer for every taste. Now, we are proud to have created an incredible gathering place, not just for our beers to be enjoyed, but also a destination for delicious food and family entertainment. We are excited to be invested alongside renowned local organizations that share in our commitment to the future of Uptown Tampa.”

The new concept is the first venture into restaurants from the union-busting Yuengling company, and part of a two phase construction project, which is expected to someday host a hotel.

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