Microbrewery

West O Beer

Milford, Iowa

Address
503 Terrace Park Blvd, Milford, Iowa, 51351-7300

West O Beer, located in Milford, Iowa, offers a variety of craft beers and a family-friendly atmosphere with a summer menu and live music events. Known for its Ames Lager and rotating styles like Drift IPA, it also brews Okoboji Root Beer on-site.

Vibe: laid-back neighborhood taproom

Beer styles

  • Ames Lager
  • IPA
  • Stout

Good to know

  • Taproom
  • Food / kitchen
  • Patio / outdoor seating
  • Family-friendly
  • Live music
  • Events

About West O Beer

Situated just south of Okoboji, West O Beer stands out as a family-oriented brewery that has been around since 1986. The taproom is open daily with summer hours from noon to 10 PM, and offers a diverse lineup of craft beers including the Ames Lager and Drift IPA. Visitors can enjoy live music on their patio, which also hosts events like trivia nights. The brewery’s commitment to using locally sourced water enhances its beer quality, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists.

Founded
1986
Hours
Tasting Room Daily: 12-10 p.m., Kitchen Monday: Closed Tue-Wed: 2-9 p.m., Thu-Sun: 12-9 p.m.
Hours change; confirm with the brewery before visiting.

Highlights

  • Family-friendly with games
  • Live music every summer
  • Rotating seasonal beers

Signature beers

  • Ames Lager

    A portion of proceeds supports Iowa State University student-athletes

  • Drift IPAHazy IPA

    Crafted with low calories and notes of citrus and tropical fruit

Frequently asked questions

Are you kid/family friendly?

Absolutely! We also serve soda and have games for the whole family to play.

Can we bring in our own food?

Yes, we do offer several food options through our kitchen, but we are happy to accommodate people with food allergies and/or dietary restrictions.

Do you serve wine?

Yes, by the glass. We have a great selection of local Iowa wines to choose from.

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