Goat Patch Brewing Company, a well-known and award-winning brewery, will soon open a second taproom and restaurant at 12245 Voyager Parkway. Expected to launch in spring 2025, this expansion is a major step forward, aiming to serve the growing Colorado Springs’ culinary community on the city's northside.
Already a groundbreaking brewery, it is one of the vendors at the repurposed school-turned-culinary collective, The Lincoln Center, just north of downtown.
The original locale has always depended on food trucks for a menu beyond its acclaimed beers, which is fun in its own right, right? Who doesn’t love the variety of rich lobster rolls one day and Jamaican fusion on another? But let’s talk about the upcoming locale.
The New Northern Location
Designed by Ryan Lloyd, founder of Echo Architecture + Interiors, the new taproom will capture the lively and accessible atmosphere that patrons enjoy at Goat Patch's flagship location. With taps offering a range of specialty beers, visitors can look forward to the same wide-variety of craft brews in a warm, community-focused setting.
Cate Baze, one of Goat Patch’s owners, highlighted the choice of the new location due to "a growing sense of community” on the north side of the city.
“Overall, the Goat Patch Brewing team is enthusiastic about the ability to broaden our reach and connect with new customers,” says Justin Grant, another of Goat Patch’s collaborative co-owners. “We look forward to contributing to the vibrant community on the northside. … We envision the new taproom and restaurant as a focal point for both entertainment and engagement, fostering fellowship amongst locals.”
Culinary Collaboration
In a departure from the original establishment, Goat Patch North will include a quality, creative kitchen serving shareable plates and small bites—developed in collaboration with Chef Jay Gust of Ascent Restaurant Group.
Who’s Jay Gust? He’s the culinary creative and entrepreneur behind Pizzeria Rustica, TAPAteria, and Homa Cafe + Bar at boutique hotel Kinship Landing. Arriving on the Springs restaurant scene in 1995, Gust has become renowned for his fresh take on traditional flavors.
One of the countless examples of his reputation: Pizzeria Rustica is a 4-Star Certified Green Restaurant, the highest rated in all of Colorado and among the top 10 in the United States, by the Green Restaurant Association.
“This collaboration with our good friend Jay Gust will provide a distinctive, exciting food to further enrich the experience at our new location,” Grant says.
Good Causes + Great Beer
Goat Patch is community-minded and shows a special interest in nonprofits making an impact in the Pikes Peak Region. One way that the brewery demonstrates its commitment to the Springs’ is with its Bleating Heart Initiative.
“Bleating Heart Night has been a tradition of ours since we opened the doors seven years ago,” Grant says. “We've always joked, What’s louder than a bunch of bleating goats? Our tasting room on a Tuesday night!”
“Bleating Heart Night is a weekly initiative that features a local non-profit each Tuesday from 5 pm to 9 pm,” continues Grant. “In addition to learning about the amazing work occurring in the community, one dollar from every pint of Goat Patch brews sold during this timeframe goes directly to the featured nonprofit of the week.”
As it expands into the Springs’ northside, Goat Patch Brewing Company continues growing great things for the city.
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