Hunter-Gatherer Brewery/Taproom

Brewery

4.5 (437 on Google)

About Hunter-Gatherer Brewery/Taproom

Hunter-Gatherer Brewery/Taproom is a brewpub in Columbia, set in the historic Curtiss-Wright Hangar near downtown. Its website says it is the oldest locally owned brewery in Columbia and has been family owned and operated since 1995. The Hangar location opened in January 2018.

Owner Kevin Varner brews every batch himself. The website says he learned the craft in Seattle at Hales Ales, one of the oldest microbreweries in the country. His love for English and American-style ales shows in the lineup.

The tap list runs from Lager 29, Golden Ale and Pale Ale to Hefeweizen, ESB and Hazy IPA. There are sours too, including barrel aged ones. Wine, spirits, local ciders and non-alcoholic beers are also poured.

The kitchen makes pizzas, salads, sandwiches and appetizers. The website says it has two semi private event spaces for rent. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Columbia on this site.

From Hunter-Gatherer's own website and its Google listing, read October 11, 2026.

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Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

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Google rating

4.5out of 5

4.5 on Google from 437 reviews, as of September 2026.

Questions people ask

Does Hunter-Gatherer serve food?

Yes. Its website lists pizzas, salads, sandwiches, appetizers and ice cream sandwiches. The kitchen closes before the taproom does.

What beers are on tap?

The website lists Lager 29, Golden Ale, Pale Ale, Hefeweizen, ESB, Hazy IPA, Pacific IPA, a stout and sours. Two of the sours are barrel aged.

Can I rent a space for an event?

Yes. The website says it has two semi private event spaces for rent. It also has a Book an Event page.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom and seating.

Which breweries are close by?

Craft And Draft is 1.5 miles away. Twisted Spur Brewing is 2.7 miles away, and Steel Hands Vista Distilling and Brewing is 2.8 miles away.

Answers come from Hunter-Gatherer's website and its Google listing, read October 11, 2026.

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Before you visit Hunter-Gatherer

Come hungry. The kitchen closes before the taproom does, so plan your meal early. Pizza or a soft pretzel with beer cheese is an easy way to start.

Check huntergathererbrewery.com before you go for the current beer list, the menu and the days they are open. The site also has a page for booking an event.

Craft And Draft is 1.5 miles away, and Twisted Spur Brewing is 2.7 miles away. Steel Hands Vista Distilling and Brewing is 2.8 miles away if you want a third stop.