Heavy Seas Beer
Brewery
4.7 (470 on Google)
About Heavy Seas Beer
Heavy Seas Beer is a brewery on Hollins Ferry Road in Halethorpe. Its website calls it Maryland's largest and original craft brewer, and says it has been brewing since 1995. The taproom sits on site at the brewery.
The year round lineup leans on IPAs. It includes Loose Cannon, TropiCannon Citrus IPA, Double Cannon and Hazy Cannon, plus BO*dacious Blonde and two Lost Navigator beers. Seasonals, limited releases and collaborations are listed on the website too.
Food comes from Kooper's Pit Stop, the exclusive food truck of the taproom. It serves pit sandwiches, burgers and pub favorites from Wednesday to Sunday. Outside food is not allowed.
Leashed dogs and families are welcome in the taproom. The website lists open mic comedy on the fourth Sunday of the month, live music and brewery tours. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Halethorpe on this site.
From Heavy Seas Beer's own website and its Google listing, read October 21, 2026.
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Questions people ask
Are dogs allowed at Heavy Seas?
Yes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the Taproom and Game Room, and they must stay on a leash. They are not allowed in the Purple Lounge. There is a grassy outdoor area for potty breaks.
Can I bring kids to the taproom?
Yes. The website calls the taproom family-friendly. Children must stay with a parent or guardian and are not allowed at the main bar. Some events are 21 and over.
Does Heavy Seas serve food?
Yes. Kooper's Pit Stop is the exclusive food truck of the taproom, and it serves pit sandwiches, burgers and other pub favorites. It is onsite Wednesday to Sunday. Outside food is not permitted.
Can I take beer home?
Yes. The taproom sells six packs, cases, crowlers and growlers for to-go purchases.
Which breweries are close by?
Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Guiness Brewery Road Way Express are both 1.4 miles away. Flying Dog Tap House in Baltimore is 3.6 miles away, and Gruner's Liquor & Food Market is 3.9 miles away.
Answers come from Heavy Seas Beer's website and its Google listing, read October 21, 2026.
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Before you visit Heavy Seas
Expect a taproom on site at the brewery, with a game room alongside the main room. Parking is free and first come, first served. Take exit 9 off I-695.
Check hsbeer.com before you go for the current tap list, events and tour details. Outside food and alcohol are not allowed. Non-alcoholic beers and Dominion Craft Sodas are on the menu too.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Guiness Brewery Road Way Express are both 1.4 miles away. Flying Dog Tap House is 3.6 miles away in Baltimore, so it is easy to add a second stop.