Batavia’s Sturdy Shelter Brewing opens riverside deck

Sturdy Shelter Brewing in Batavia is hosting a ribbon-cutting of their long-awaited riverside deck at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 10 S. Shumway.

The deck features cedar posts and black trim and railings with cable, which duplicates the indoor aesthetic. Adirondack chairs and table seating for 40 provide a dog-friendly outdoor space with open river views. Designed by Oppermann Architects and built by 212 Degree Construction.

Sturdy Shelter Brewing, which opened in 2023, is a community based brewery that serves a wide variety of highly crafted and delicious beers. They offer 18 taps of a variety of beers, all brewed on-site.

Located along the Fox River bike trail, the taproom offers two floors of open seating and river front view, and a brand new deck.

Sturdy Shelter Brewing hosts a wide variety of public and private events, and seeks to support our neighbors and community. For more information, to view their calendar and their hours, check out their website at sturdyshelterbrewing.com.