1st Republic Brewing Company
39 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452
Founded by veterans Shawn Trout and Mike Drake, this Essex Junction microbrewery honors Vermont's independent spirit with a wide array of craft styles. The taproom fosters a community atmosphere with a variety of indoor games, live music, and a rotating selection of local food truck offerings.
7
days open / weekHours
Monday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Note: Official website lists these hours as of late 2024/2025; some third-party sources list Monday/Tuesday as closed, but brewery site claims open daily.
Amenities
Seating
Indoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Food
Food Trucks
BYOF Allowed
Family & Pets
Pets Allowed
Pets: Venue is explicitly pet-friendly; dogs are welcome inside the taproom and at outdoor tables.
Events & Tours
Tours
Private Events
Public Events
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