Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Backstep Brewing Company

    4.6 (36 reviews)
    InexpensiveBreweries

    Backstep Brewing Company Photos

    More like Backstep Brewing Company

    Recommended Reviews - Backstep Brewing Company

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    This guy is family at Beckstep as well and he will stop in this week
    Curt H.

    First trip to the Outdoor Beer Garden and sampling the Test Kitchen tonight. The Veggie Burger (scratch-made) was awesome. The bun was a bit much, but still amazing. Had to test the fries as well as the jalapeno cornbread and both would have been a perfect app with a beer by themselves. Did I say beer?!... The new PJ McGuire Hazy/DIPA was spot-on! Josh will likely get an award for this one... Love our local micro!

    Christina M.

    The service was great and there's a nice variety of craft beers. I tried several of their beers and liked them all. I heard the bloody mary bar was great, although I didn't try one. I really liked the setup in general and will definitely stop back in next time I am in the area!

    Pulled pork poutine
    Paige S.

    I am so excited to finally try this Crawfordsville brewery! And I am happy to say that it was worth the wait. The atmosphere of the brewery is lovely and warm -- gorgeous brick walls and a friendly air between the employees and all of the guests. I started out with the Downeast cider, which was really good! They actually have a great selection of cider (as well as a full bar), which I really appreciate since I'm not a huge fan of beer. I love a brewery that has options for everyone! With it being Friday, I decided to try their weekly poutine -- pulled pork poutine with mozzarella and gravy. It was so good! The fries were absolutely perfect. The service was great! The bartenders were friendly and attentive. My only complaint would be that 2 of the 3 bartenders spent a lot of time with their masks off, often pulling their masks down to speak to me/other customers... I wish I hadn't been sitting at the bar because it made me uncomfortable that we were in such close proximity without them wearing masks. I think that if they adhered strictly to COVID precautions, that would make them even better!

    entrance
    Ken N.

    I stopped in after a day of hiking and really enjoyed the refreshing taste of a flight of house beers. There were several that had strawberry (a strawberry and lemon IPA) and a Pale Ale. I thought the IPA had a nice balance of hops and lemon, but the strawberry wasn't as balanced. For the pale ale, the flavor was much more noticeable. I also had a Saison that had enough fruit and herbs that it reminded me of a Hefe. Definitely delicious. I finished off with an oatmeal stout. Good flavor. I tend to like eating meat when sipping a stout to complement the flavors. All I had was a bowl of free popcorn (a bit on the salty side) since I didn't see any food listed on the menu until the scrolling electronic one displayed some options. Oh, well! Friendly service and a clean bar makes for a place I would gladly return! Review #980

    A victorious trivia team at Backstep
    Barry M.

    Really a nice bar, great drinking spot you wouldn't think was in C'Ville but is. Bartenders friendly and know the many craft beers on offer. Good selection from Indiana and other parts of the Midwest. Rotating selections offer variety. Feel of the bar, refurbished old commercial, is excellent. TV is understated, and people actually show up to talk. If you come alone, you will typically find company. Plenty of middle aged, educated customers, hence an inviting and cool atmosphere.

    Leann P.

    I have been impatiently awaiting Backstep Brewing Company's opening for months! The wait was not in vain! I have not seen an opening like this for a Crawfordsville place in a long time. The place was packed all weekend! Literally standing room only. The back of the brewery has a couch and a few picnic tables. The front has a long bar and a few four-top tables. They have 36 beers on tap and a full service bar. You can find their beer list on Untapped. They do not currently have food, but encourage patrons to bring in food or have food delivered. It's a genius plan...serve tons of beer without the cost (and headache) of also doing food. Backstep is waiting for approval for their brewing license to brew their own beer. I can't wait to try their local brews. If opening weekend is any indication, Backstep Brewing Company is going to be an extremely successful local establishment!

    See all

    Photo of Lisa S.
    406
    1702
    5474

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kathy F.
    141
    765
    4206

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    can't express how good this smash burger was. normal smash burgers are wimpy but not this one. so good

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    The mushroom and Swiss burger was literally the best thing I've ever eaten. A cool place with many different beer options.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ken N.
    668
    3984
    21554

    8 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rebecca S.
    161
    10
    19

    5 years ago

    Didn't have Any food!!! Looked cute inside but only alcohol. Yelp site needs updated.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    9 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Great burgers and great brews! Awesome building and atmosphere and good bar service! Glad we stopped in!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joey D.
    341
    4
    0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Marvin S.
    301
    32
    173

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tom H.
    34
    68
    2

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Excellent beers and a great atmosphere. Worth the hour drive from Westfield to try this gem.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of B R.
    50
    9
    0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Josh P.
    30
    19
    50

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Great environment and great service! Trivia once a month and they have other great events monthly. Check them out! So worth the visit!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of R K.
    0
    49
    14

    7 years ago

    Friendly and inviting staff. Quick service. Great beer selection. The best bar in Crawfordsville hands down.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mel H.
    0
    96
    7

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Ask the Community - Backstep Brewing Company

    Big Thorn Farm & Brewery

    Big Thorn Farm & Brewery

    4.8(11 reviews)
    41.2 mi

    My parents live in Georgetown, and somehow in all the times I've visited this gem never came up…read more You have to purposely go to this place. You won't accidentally stumble upon it. But it is absolutely worth your time to head out. If you are even remotely close it would be to your benefit to make the trip (even from Chicago or Indy). During the winter they weren't serving food, but they encourage you to bring your own food. I picked up Sonny's Pizza which went really well with the beer and completes your in-town experience. The inside decor is comfortable and inviting with heaters at every table. You can tell that the outside space is likely buzzing all summer long and I am told the food is to die for. One day I hope to make the trek to put that to the test. Finally the beer. The bartender was a joy to talk to and was willing to let us sample any beer we wanted. He said that was because they don't offer flights. The OATS! #4 was as good of a sour as I've had anywhere else. We also took the time to try their two Mad Goat Coffee beers (In case you don't know that is a local coffee shop in Danville that is also worth the trek). The porter was like drinking a rich nitro cold brew. I don't typically drink porters, but this one is well worth the taste. Everything we tried was very good and they had everything from porters, IPAs, sours, ciders, and everything in between. So everyone should be able to find something they like. Seriously, though, if you aren't convinced yet just do yourself a favor and go.

    This was a great place to hang out outdoors while sipping on some brews. Plenty of seating, games,…read moreand serene scenery. The service was friendly. We had a few beers which were good. We also grabbed a bite to eat at the food truck. Not a fan of the food, but the beer was good. We will be back someday I'm sure.

    Photos
    Big Thorn Farm & Brewery - Super cute bar area

    Super cute bar area

    Big Thorn Farm & Brewery - The covered pavilion at Big Thorn with seats for 100.

    The covered pavilion at Big Thorn with seats for 100.

    Big Thorn Farm & Brewery

    See all

    Lost Hollow Beer

    Lost Hollow Beer

    4.3(15 reviews)
    27.6 mi

    My husband and I stopped in here last Saturday after eating brunch at Brunch Bird a few minutes…read moreaway. We planned to make an afternoon of it since it's an hour drive to Greencastle from Indy and stopped in at Lost Hollow for some beers before stopping in at a local antique shop and then heading home. It was the perfect way to spend a rainy Saturday afternoon. I'm not sure if they have a parking lot or not because we parked on the street. We were seated right away and our server was very sweet. It was very empty inside, just one other person sitting at the bar. Later on, a few more tables filled up with people coming in for lunch. My first beer was the Duke Lager and my husband got the Little Jeff Hefeweizen. We both really enjoyed them! Crisp and cold and refreshing. Their food menu looked really good too, but we had just eaten before coming in, so I would love to come back with friends for lunch or dinner and some beers. I ended up ordering a 2nd beer, the canned pumpkin imperial ale, and it was very rich and delicious. My husband thought it was a little too sweet, but I love pumpkin ales and loved it. The inside is spacious with lots of plants in the windows and a big stage, so I'm sure they get busy when there is live music. The bathrooms were big and very clean. They have a bid deck out front with comfortable looking patio furniture. We honestly would have sat outside even though it was a little bit chilly if it hadn't been raining. Highly recommend driving to Greencastle and supporting some of their local businesses before or after enjoying some delicious beers.

    Great place just North of DePauw Campus and just NE of downtown square. Easy walking distance…read more Great food and good selection of tasty beers in a comfortable and unique setting. The outside covered porch was perfect on a hot day with a good breeze. I had the Cubanish Sandwich with some really good pulled pork barbecue and the chips were homemade and old fashioned! Really good. And the beers were tasty on a hot, move-in-day! Found a new place to hangout before and after DPU events! Highly recommend!

    Photos
    Lost Hollow Beer
    Lost Hollow Beer
    Lost Hollow Beer - The front entrance is dark & sleek with reclaimed wood and darkened windows, but friendly and inviting inside!

    See all

    The front entrance is dark & sleek with reclaimed wood and darkened windows, but friendly and inviting inside!

    Moontown Brewing Company - Smoked Pork nachos

    Moontown Brewing Company

    4.2(373 reviews)
    29.5 mi
    $$

    This is a hidden gem!!! Such an adorable outside venue!! Our server was so funny and friendly!…read more And, the food is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! Super delicious! We had a soft pretzel and fries as starters, then double bacon cheeseburgers and those great chicken wings! We WILL be back here!!! YUMMMMMM!!!

    Tried this place again and had an improved experience:…read more PROS: +appreciate the repurposed school building and their chosen decor that is focused on the highlighting the building's history +our server, Bradley, was very pleasant and hardworking +like the Baked White Bean Hummus ($14), which is served warm with hot pita bread triangles +really enjoyed the Greek Goddess Salad ($17), especially the fried olives and crispy checkpeas +love the fries ($3.50), which were a generous portion size and tasted awesome with their natural cut and however they prepare them +the Belgiumnasium 18 Mo Boubon Barrel-Aged Quadrupel ($1 / oz) is dangerously good and one of the best beers I have had CONS: -awkward, tight table spacing placed my wife and I in a table tucked somewhat inside a brick cove of the small room in the northwest part of the building with our neighboring table perpendicularly against our own (and they were tight on their other side to the next table and so forth) -no buffer on the exterior northwest door meant cold air shot through each time someone entered via that door and made things chilly -wife asked for mustard for our fries and then noticed we were charged $1 for the sauce container they provided -they were out of the 1st beer I was interested in (bit it worked out since I loved the 2nd choice I went with) -price point seems a little high for a decent bit of their food options OVERALL We are pescetarian, so that limits our menu options. However, each of the items we ordered had excellent flavor. I would come back again purely for the fries and beer. Might need to scout the table options in order to identify where we would prefer to be seated for a more comfortable dining experience.

    Photos
    Moontown Brewing Company - Dining room

    Dining room

    Moontown Brewing Company - Weekend Special

    Weekend Special

    Moontown Brewing Company - Bacon Burger with a side of fries and extra for a side salad

    See all

    Bacon Burger with a side of fries and extra for a side salad

    Backstep Brewing Company - breweries - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...