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Fruita Tavern

4.5 (73 reviews)
InexpensiveBeer Bar, Burgers, Wraps
Open 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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FRUITA TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Quiet
Live music
Good for groups
Happy hour specials

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Rich B.

By far one of my favorite places in fruita. Customers & staff are some of the friendliest people I have met. Great beers this is German Weiss beer now in December they have inside seating by bar then patio is closed and sealed up with outdoor heaters and this photo is in courtyard by gas fireplace

The Aspen Street Coffee Porter - yes, they made beer from the local coffee shops beans and it was fantastic!
Michelle M.

Fruita needed a place like this. Welcoming to locals and tourists alike. I think of it as Fruita's living room. People come here to hang out, drink beer, socialize and enjoy life. The owners are very personable and are always there running the place. Dan is the Brewmeister and this man knows how to brew beer! Bring in your own food or order it delivered from many local restaurants, because they don't do food - they just do beer. Might as well do what you are good at, right? I come back every chance I get - you should check it out too!

Mary T.

This Is a gem right on Main St in Fruita. Excellent beer and the bartender was friendly and efficient / no other wait staff present and he took care of a crowded room (and patio) on a wonderful sunny afternoon. We ordered a flight- The IPA was great, but the Decapitation Red was a delightful brew that nudged it out for the growler fill. It's perfectly balanced. Amber, Rye pale and double IPA were solid. Great value and nice locale.

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Love 18 Road IPA. Hate the grunge music. Skipped the food, just drank the beer and went across the street to eat.

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3 years ago

Beer was delicious. Would go back. Belgian fries? Not Belgian style fries; and they were over cooked.

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Great place to unwind and some tasty options to drink. Very easy to get a drink and no wait which is always nice.

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Great beer. Bring your own food. Nice people. Typical fruita atmosphere . If you like a good beer this is the place to go

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This is a great place to hang out. Usually a mellow vibe. Perfect to have a couple drinks and talk with friends.

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Great beer!!!!!!! Great place to hang out, play darts, and drink some beer. Not the best if you want yummy lunch/food.

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