Council Rock Brewery

Council Rock Brewery in Cooperstown pours handcrafted beer and serves hearty food in an intimate setting. Ten house brews are on tap at a time, so there is usually something to match what you are in the mood for. The brewery is a stop for craft beer fans in Otsego County.

Food is a big part of the draw. The menu is built to pair with the beer, and the weekly Friday fish fry is its highlight, served first come, first served. It is a good stop after a day exploring Cooperstown and its baseball sites.

What to Know

• Ten house brews are on tap, all handcrafted.
• The weekly Friday fish fry is first come, first served, so plan to arrive early.
• The setting is intimate, which suits a relaxed meal and a flight of beers.
• Cooperstown is home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, a good companion stop.