The expansive brewpub with dedicated to-go space is housed inside a soaring
street-front space at 3rd Street and Monroe in downtown Phoenix
Arizona-based Huss Brewing Co. and Aventura Catering, an exclusive brand of
Aramark Sports + Entertainment and the Phoenix Convention Center’s food and beverage partner,
are excited to announce the opening of an all-new craft beer taproom, full-service restaurant, and
dedicated to-go counter at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix on Wednesday, April
20. This new taproom combines efforts with Aventura Catering and the City of Phoenix and will be
housed inside an indoor-outdoor space carved into the north façade on Monroe Street between 2nd and
3rd Streets.
The Huss Brewpub at the Phoenix Convention Center has been a longtime, personal passion project for
the proudly, locally owned craft brewery based in Tempe, AZ, says Huss Brewing Co. co-owner, Leah
Huss. “Jeff and I have been working on this project for almost four years,” Leah says, referring to her
husband and Brewmaster, Jeff Huss. “It has been a joy working with the Phoenix Convention Center
and Aramark’s Aventura Catering throughout the process of putting this dream together. Most
importantly, we’re looking forward to being a part of the downtown Phoenix community and helping
the revitalization of the area, especially bringing a vibrant nightlife back to downtown’s sports, arts, and
events community.”
Offering a full menu of hearty dishes showcasing Arizona-sourced ingredients, paired with the awardwinning Huss’ Family of Beers, the new Huss Brewpub will be downtown’s tastiest destination for
convention goers, visitors and locals attending sporting events, concerts, performances and more, while
also allowing those on the go to quickly pick up their favorite food and beer combinations.
“We are very excited for the highly-anticipated opening of Huss Brewing Co. at the Phoenix
Convention Center and the opportunity it provides for locals and visitors to downtown Phoenix to
come together and enjoy delicious food and award-winning local beer, all in a unique and inviting
setting,” says Danielle Lazor, Vice President, West Region, at Aramark Sports + Entertainment.
Nibbles on the Brewpub menu will include the Rustic Giant Pretzel with Cactus Valley Beer Cheese,
Almost Famous Black Bean Nachos, and a Crispy Shrimp Cocktail, with the stars of the menu being the
Huss Signature Smashburger and the Scottsdale Blonde Local Haus Bratwurst from Schreiners Sausages.
The menu will also feature freshly made salads, a variety of sharing boards such as sausage boards, a
Greek Chicken Skewers Board, and a Veggie + Halloumi Cheese Skewers Board, as well as Huss’ take
on the classic pub fare, fish ‘n chips. A nod to Jeff and Leah Huss’ central Illinois family recipe, the
Midwest Fish + Chips features Great Lakes Walleye filleted in-house, with special cornmeal breading
imported from Illinois, creamy tartar sauce, and fresh lemon. Finally, another must-try will be the
Midwest-inspired Horseshoe Fries: crispy potato wedges, drizzled with creamy cheese sauce, and
finished with a variety of toppings; a Midwestern version of poutine. Plus, the Brewpub offers a menu
for the Lil Husstlers served with fries or fresh vegetables.
When it comes to the beer at Huss Brewpub, guests will enjoy a wide variety of fresh, quality beers,
including Papago Orange Blossom, one of Arizona’s most popular beers, U.S. Open medal winner,
Scottsdale Blonde, Oktoberfest (2019 Silver medal winner at the Great American Beer Fest in the
American-style Amber Lager category), and Copper State IPA. Huss’ newest venture, Arizona Ranch
Water, will also be available.
“The Phoenix Convention Center is one of Downtown Phoenix’ most visible points of pride, and we
are thrilled that they will now house a beloved local company with Huss Brewing Co.,” says
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “This new location will help further showcase the strength of our
community’s craft beer industry to the millions of visitors who come to our city each year.”
As part of their grand opening, Huss Downtown will be selecting one lucky person to win a “Season
Table at the Brewpub” which includes a four-person reservation for 24 games. These reservations will
ensure a table for four people on busy game days in Downtown Phoenix. The winner will be chosen on
social media on April 18, just in time for the hometown Phoenix Suns playoff rally. Following that
announcement, Huss Brewpub will also make a limited number of “season table” reservations (in 6-
pack, 12-pack and 24-pack quantities) available for purchase.