About Moby Dick Brewing Co.
Moby Dick Brewing Co. is a brewpub in New Bedford, at the corner of Union and South Water streets. Its website says it was founded in 2017 and sits in the city's Historic District, a block from State Pier. The restored building dates to 1927.
The brewery makes ales and lagers on the premises and serves them with pub fare and seafood. The tap list runs from Simple Sailor, an American-style lager, to The Pulpit, a New England IPA. Quick Eternity is a West Coast IPA, and Ishm-ale is an Irish style amber.
Firkin Fridays bring specialty cask conditioned ales every Friday, from open until it is gone. You can also take home a 32 oz Crowler poured from the tap. Outdoor tables are an option too.
The Launch is the event space for family gatherings, parties and business meetings. More people have reviewed Moby Dick Brewing Co. on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in New Bedford on this site.
From Moby Dick Brewing Co.'s own website and its Google listing, read October 20, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Questions people ask
Does Moby Dick Brewing Co. serve food?
Yes. Its website describes a kitchen with pub fare and seafood, and it lists a dinner menu and Sunday brunch.
Can I take beer home?
Yes. The website offers 4-packs to go, and you can order ahead online. It also fills Crowlers and 32 oz cans straight from the tap.
Can I book a private event?
Yes. The website promotes The Launch as its event space and also takes private party inquiries by phone or email.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot and restroom.
Which breweries are close by?
Greasy Luck Brewery is 0.2 miles away. Cisco Brewers New Bedford is 1.9 miles away, and Buzzards Bay Brewing in Westport is 8.1 miles away.
Answers come from Moby Dick Brewing Co.'s website and its Google listing, read October 20, 2026.
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Before you visit Moby Dick
Check mobydickbrewing.com before you go. The What's on Tap page lists the current beers, and the site has a dinner menu and an events calendar. Confirm hours there if you plan on Sunday brunch.
Aim for a Friday if you like cask ales. Sit outside if the weather allows. The site also links to online takeout ordering.
Greasy Luck Brewery is 0.2 miles away, so it is an easy second stop. Cisco Brewers New Bedford is 1.9 miles away.