Unexpected Craft Brewing Company
Brewery
4.8 (279 on Google)
About Unexpected Craft Brewing Company
Unexpected Craft Brewing Company is a brewery in Oak Park, on the corner of Gardner Street and 11 Mile Road. Its website says it comes from the owners of River Rouge Brewing Company. The site also says Eater named it one of 19 Hip Detroit Bars to Know in January 2023.
The website says the brewery makes all the beer it sells and has 30 beers on tap. Head brewer Edward brews all types, from Belgian ale to newer experiments. The site says the taproom is also known for barrel aged batches, and it offers housemade cider and wine.
Food includes big pretzels, pizzas in several sizes, gluten free pizza and Detroit style cheese bread. The menu also lists stuffed pizzas, including vegan ones. Food trucks and daily specials are announced in its posts.
Dogs are allowed only in the patio area. Private events can be booked through the website. More people have reviewed Unexpected Craft Brewing Company on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Oak Park on this site.
From Unexpected Craft Brewing Company's own website and its Google listing, read October 21, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Does Unexpected Craft Brewing Company serve food?
Yes. Its website lists pretzels, pizzas, gluten free pizzas, snacks and desserts. It also says to check its posts for food trucks and daily specials.
Can I bring a dog?
Only to the patio. The website says dogs are allowed in the patio area.
Can I take beer home?
Yes. The website lists growler fills and 4-packs.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Which breweries are close by?
Dog and Pony Show Brewing is 0.2 miles away. Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak is 2 miles away, and Lily's Seafood Grill & Brewery is 2.2 miles away.
Answers come from Unexpected Craft Brewing Company's website and its Google listing, read October 21, 2026.
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Before you visit Unexpected Craft Brewing Company
Expect a taproom with a long list, since the website says 30 beers are on tap. Give yourself a few minutes to look it over before you order.
Check unexpectedcraft.com before you go for the tap list and the food menu. The site sends you to Instagram for the events schedule and daily specials.
Dog and Pony Show Brewing is 0.2 miles away, which makes it an easy second stop. Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak is 2 miles away, and Lily's Seafood Grill & Brewery is 2.2 miles away.