Pivotal Brewing Company

Crafted with creativity and a touch of quirky charm

★ 4.8 (100 reviews)

500 Wood St Building 111, Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Pivotal Brewing Company is where every sip tells a story. Nestled in the heart of Bristol, RI, this vibrant brewery is more than just a place to grab a beer—it’s an eclectic urban oasis where creativity flows as freely as the taps. From experimental brews to traditional ales, every flavor is a canvas of innovation. Their spacious taproom, set in a historic mill building, isn’t just a spot to savor great beer; it’s a community hub hosting live music, trivia nights, and even bonsai workshops. Family-friendly, dog-welcoming, and brimming with character, Pivotal Brewing Company is the perfect setting to craft your next memorable moment.

What's happening at Pivotal Brewing Company? Upcoming Brewery Events

Bine Rhymer Beer Release

West Coast IPA release available on draft and cans to go in Bristol and Newport.

September 13, 2025product-releasecraft beer

Atticus Allen & Co.

Performing Grateful Dead, Classic Rock, Indie, and original tunes.

September 13, 2025musiccraft beer

No Joke Smoke BBQ, Rhode Rage Bun Buds

Food trucks serving during the Porchfest After Party.

September 14, 2025foodcraft beer

Bristol Porchfest After Party

Join the second line and meet us at the Porchfest After Party @ Pivotal. This event will feature Porchfest 2025 merch, and our annual Porchfest collab beer release—only available in the Bristol taproom.

September 14, 2025festivalcraft beer

Weekly Trivia Night

Every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Five rounds, prizes up for grabs, and plenty of pints to fuel your brain cells.

September 18, 2025gamescraft beer

Pivotal Brewing Company Reviews What people like about this brewery

Unique atmosphere with colors and music choices
Diverse and tasty beer selection
Responsive staff and great customer service
Gendered restrooms with ADA stalls
Variety of food options nearby to bring over

People enjoyed Pivotal Brewing Company for its diverse and tasty beers, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere. A favorite brewery with plenty of food options nearby, offering an interesting selection of styles and flavors in a unique setting.

Craft Beer Menu
Beer	ABV	IBU
Himmelblau Märzen	5.5%	18
Shakedown Street - Galaxy IPANew England / Hazy	7.0%	45
45° South IPANew England / Hazy	7.0%	45
Newkleus IPAImperial / Double New England / Hazy	8.0%	--
Celestial Plume IPANew England / Hazy	6.5%	55
PIVO-tal PilsnerCzech / Bohemian	4.5%	30
Tidal Flow Pale AleAmerican	5.7%	43
Follow the Stack StoutImperial / Double	10.0%	47
Bomb Cyclone IPAImperial / Double New England / Hazy	8.0%	55
Weekapaug Groove IPANew England / Hazy	7.3%	32
Morning Indulgence StoutImperial / Double	11.0%	42
Lost Sailor IPABlack / Cascadian Dark Ale	7.0%	30
Sir Completely BitterExtra Special / Strong (ESB)	5.0%	35
Burn Gaspee Burn Lager Specialty Grain	6.3%	32
The Headless Hopman StoutImperial / Double Pastry	12.0%	64
Faceplant Into Hops IPAImperial / Double New England / Hazy	8.2%	45
Midnight Bryter LagerDark	4.8%	25
Blackwood Convention Porter	5.5%	--
Sippican Fruit Salad Witbier With Pomegranate Wheat BeerWitbier / Blanche	4.5%	12
NATO Belgian Dubbel Belgian Dubbel	9.0%	28
Factory Porter PorterCoffee	4.5%	34
Smile Rock SourFruited	3.0%	8
Hello My Name Is Pivotal IPAImperial / Double New England / Hazy	8.4%	50
Bake-Rie Oatmeal Stout StoutOatmeal	5.2%	36
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler - KIng Cake Stout StoutPastry	5.6%	20

Brewery Services + Perks About Pivotal Brewing Company

Serves beer
Accepts credit cards, debit cards, tap-to-pay
Accessible parking, entrance, restroom, seating

Pivotal Brewing Company offers various amenities for customers with mobility needs. The brewery has wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance facilities, as well as a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Seating areas are also available for patrons. Note: Some attributes (e.g., servesBeer) do not relate to accessibility or amenities, so I focused on the ones that mentioned accessibility features.