A new brewery is coming to Rochester this weekend. The Buffalo-based Spotted Octopus Brewing is expanding to South Union Street, near the Strong Museum of Play.
It's the former location of Roc Brewing Co. The site has been empty since Roc Brewing closed in October 2023.
The taproom offers a full kitchen, New York state wine, spirits and cocktails, seating for 100 patrons inside and 30 more outside and a private events space.
The owners of Spotted Octopus say customers can expect to enjoy their signature craft brews and vibrant atmosphere in a refreshed space.
The opening lineup of beers includes Art Deco White IPA, Paxton’s Pale, Just a Beer, Call the Kraken, Rumplestoutskin” Oatmeal Stout, Chase the Snakes Red Ale, a collaboration with Brazen Brewing, and Hef the Dark Dragon, a collab with Swiftwater Brewing. They also offer a hard seltzer in multiple flavors.
They say they are scheduled to open the Rochester location on March 22 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Moving forward, they will be open Monday and Thursday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
