Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant

The Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant opened May 1995 and proudly holds the distinction of being the first craft brewery in the city since Prohibition. It combines a full-service family restaurant with a lively brewery atmosphere, complete with a modern brewhouse visible to guests. The name draws on the Prohibition-era slang “blind tiger,” meaning an illicit drinking spot disguised to escape authorities.

Highlights of Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant:

• Founded in 1995, the first brewery in Topeka since Prohibition.

• On-site brewing with six flagship beers plus rotating seasonal selections — over 2000 barrels per year capacity.

• Award-winning beers: three medals at the World Beer Cup 2024 including gold and bronze.

• Full-service family restaurant offering steak, seafood, pasta, and BBQ in a spacious, multi-level setting.

• Large lounge/bar area with dozens of TVs, a separate family dining area, outdoor deck, and banquet facilities for events.

Inside, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with rustic décor, multiple seating levels, and a large deck ideal for casual meals or craft-beer enthusiasts. The menu is broad—featuring steak, pasta, seafood, and barbecue—paired with a rotating list of craft brews brewed on-site. The brewing team keeps six flagship beers on tap year-round, along with numerous seasonal and specialty brews, and their beers have earned dozens of national and international awards.

Owner: Jay Ives