Trim Tab Brewing

I’ve been giving a lot of 4’s lately! Trim Tab may not have the best beer in Birmingham, but it is probably is the best venue with beer in Birmingham. I feel like the focus is not really on their beer but the setup that allows events to be conducted fantastically. I was attending an event called The Happening, which was basically an art and wine festival but with a strong yoga, spiritual, and indie influence. The vendors and items were wonderful to explore and I had an amazing time going back and forth between the live music in the gargage and the DJ music where the bar was located.
The bathroom is not kind if there are more than 50 attendees. Men’s and women’s bathrooms only hold 2 stalls. The men’s bathroom had a consistent line for the entire night. Don’t even get me started on the women’s side. I even watched one girl get so bored, she bought food from the vending machine because the wait was so long.
Dogs are allowed into the venue! They were so well behaved, pretty, and pleasant. However, I’m not sure how the venue would handle four-​legged friends on a normal day.

Fantastic brewery… check out and sample beers you typically wouldn’t as everything here is extremely sessionable. Great, inviting and informative staff, still feels micro based on size and friendliness. They’ve got a great thing going.

A unique brewery! Everything from the entrance to the taproom décor is different. The atmosphere is awesome and the beers are good. The double IPA is good and surprisingly the Pale Ale was great, very dry and flavorful with strong hop notes for a pale ale. These guys had a live band play while I was there. Good music and good beer. Overall a good experience, except they would sell me a Belgian/​Snifter glass. Came all the way from California and I like to buy these wherever I visit, but in this case I had to settle for a pint glass.

Discovered this place when I stopped to snap a photo of the «It’s nice to have you in Birmingham» sign on the exterior wall while driving through town. Enjoyed a tasty Raspberry Berliner Weisse while listening to some hot jams (hats off to that DJ for playing «Trouble» by Linsday Buckingham), AND there was a market set up with local artisans selling their wares. Pretty fun! I would probably be a regular here if I lived in town.

Not a big drinker, but met some friends here the other day after work. There was ample seating, both inside and out, & plenty of parking. Nice atmosphere, full bar. Most people were at the bar, not too many at other tables. It definitely started filling up before we left as more people got off work and came in.
I like the artwork and wall decorations. They also have a mini-​stage in the corner, which I think would be fun to listen to some local acts on. Trim Tab is pet friendly, and several people had some of their furred friends inside. Only thing I didn’t really like was the seats at the normal tables, but that’s just being picky at this point. It seemed to be a great place.

I love the selection of local breweries that we have now, and hope the list keeps growing! Trim Tab is probably altogether my favorite local brewery. I have yet to find a beer here that I don’t like! I also love that they have made special really small batches before (i.e. bourbon barrel aged beers,) which are amazing! The Pillar to Post Rye Brown has to be my favorite. I love seeing the seasonal beers roll around each year too. The interior space is really cool, having a very modern feel to it. I love that the walls are always lined with works from local artists too. Two outdoor spaces are offered, but I really like the one that is on the far side of the bar, opening up to a nice quiet space in between the buildings (kind of like a little hidden outdoor space you would find in New Orleans.) Definitely check it out if you haven’t yet had the chance!

Fast forward 9 months and this place is the best brewery in the ‘Ham in my (humble) opinion. The beer is dead-​on consistent (this is saying something for a microbrewery, particularly in this town), the service never fails to be friendly and the special events and DJ nights are executed with aplomb. The house DJ, ‘DJ Sex Panther, ’ is my fave in town and when the disco ball starts spinning you know things are about to get weird in the best kind of way. I appreciate that they showcase local artists and that they are such active, positive participants in the Birmingham community (they have hosted TEDx, cycling, fire community, and young professional events — the list could be longer, these are just what I have been to). Finally, this place treats their staff and regulars like an extended family. When a member of their staff, who was beloved and known by many, passed away unexpectedly they allowed the community to gather and grieve with them. They went on to organize and host his memorial service and have held several tribute fundraisers to fund his charity of choice in the months since. A proverbial and literal candle burns for him every night here. That is a level of compassion that only comes when doing what you truly love with people whom you respect deeply and sharing it with a community whose well-​being you are unquestionably invested in. These folks are a class-​act, through and through. Not to mention, the beer is damn good which makes it easy to find all the excuses to go over and over and over.

I’ve had Trim Tab beer a lot but the other day was the first time I’ve gone to the brewery. I was meeting up with a UAB group and I really liked the atmosphere. The door was hard to find at first and most people that met us there said the same thing but I was very impressed by the outdoor seating area and the indoor ambiance. I love the pillar to post. The staff there was incredibly friendly and service was fast. I have had the raspberry berliner weisse before and it’s a little too tart for me so I stuck to my favorite, pillar to post, for the whole night. The disco ball comes on a little later in the afternoon so if you can stay there for that, it’s incredibly enjoyable. The only negatives I can say about this place is that they keep your card after you open your tab. I would rather be charged 30% for not closing my tab then accidentally leave my car at a bar overnight. Also, I have wanted a trim tab shirt/​tank for MONTHS and they only had one selection in my size. I checked the website and you can’t buy tanks on there either. I wish there was a better way to figure out how much and of what merchandise they had because I would totally invest.

These guys know what they are doing. The venue is gorgeous, lots of parking, cute outdoor seating area, huge spot for bands in the garage, and did I mention a rotating local art collection hanging on their walls. They have a wonderful selection of site made brews, my favorite being the reliable Bankston 88. It’s smooth and easy and perfect for all occasions. They have many beers they rotate for our enjoyment.
Trim tab is run by a couple who are fun loving as much as they are beer loving. It makes for a lively and welcoming atmosphere. I have come here right after the gym in work out clothes and just as at home as I did when I came dressed to the nines before a night on the town.

Out of all the local breweries this is my favorite. It’s summer so all the beers on tap are light, crisp, and flavorful! I have not had a beer that I didn’t like there. I can’t wait til it gets cool and I can great something darker.
The vibe is really young and hip in here. You will get greeted by a good looking hipster dude from behind the bar when you walk in. Some nights they have a DJ and a theme party. And some nights it’s hella chill and you can sit on the porch with your dog.
They will be canning their beer soon so that’s pretty legit!

I absolutely love this place. Why did it take me so long to go here? Originally I was thinking it may be to hipster for me but I was wrong. The place is so fresh and bright. There was a dj playing great music. The patio area is chill and fun. The beer tenders rock they are nice and knowledgeable. I cannot wait to return. Yet again another place to be proud of in Bham.

Trim Tab has just about everything I want in a brewery: fantastic atmosphere, frequent live acts, and of course great beer. Their flagships (especially the Pillar to Post) are consistently solid. I especially enjoy the small batches that they out out like the PBJ and Cinnamon toast crunch ales.
An added bonus is that Trim is dog friendly. Keep doing what you’re doing Trim Tab!

It’s taken me 4 visits to give them the 5 stars they deserve. The first couple of times they were out of some of their flagships that really showcase these guys’ talent. Both their rye brown and IPA are my favorite craft brews in town with just enough flavor without losing that crisp taste that makes beer beer. I can see why they run out so often!
The courtyard out back is very chill and a great casual space to share a beer with some friends. The inside taproom isn’t really my scene at night as they usually have a dj and funky light shows going on but I imagine it’s a good time if you’re into that kind of thing. Weekend afternoons are much more relaxed and it’s a great place to hang out. They even play movies on Sunday afternoons so you can grab a pint and just relax for a couple hours with a good flick.
The people are always incredibly friendly and their story is really inspiring. Good honest people making good honest beer is something I can definately get behind!

I can’t believe i’m just now writing a review on this place. I have to say this is my favorite brewery in Bham. The beer is delicious with their Raspberry Berlinger Weisse being my all time favorite. What I also love is that the flavors are consistent. You never have to wonder if the flavor will be the same twice.
On Sundays they have movie day hosted by Doris the bulldog, also known as their unofficial mascot. They also have musical entertainment almost every night, even during the week. Their events are well thought out and heavily attended.
On a more personal note, they were kind enough to let my husband and myself get married in their brewing room and were super helpful and accommodating in getting everything set up.
I really don’t have enough good things to say about this place. It’s pretty much my favorite place to take the pups and go chill on any given evening. Two thumbs way up!

Yet another great brewery in Birmingham. I would much rather have the quality than the quantity around here… and Trim Tab keeps that tradition rolling.
I have enjoyed their beers on numerous occasions in various locations. So I won’t go into too much detail on those. Although I will say their IPA and Bankston 88 are superb.
Overall the space is really cool. When you park in the front, you walk down a long narrow outdoor area with a lot of great outdoor seating and tables. The bar is really cool, and the rest of the area is very relaxed. There is a sofa sitting area and a small stage in the corner. The space is large and I can definitely see some future events in there.
On the other side from where you walked in, there is ANOTHER outdoor space. Along with their already established beer, a great taproom accompanies those properly.

One time I walked into Trim Tab and that disco ball was a’turnin and I was like «no sir.» and walked out. Flashing lights are migraine triggers…
but not this past weekend! I attended the first Yacht Club of the summer and it was a swell time with fun tunes, though NO ONE DANCED until like 11 pm when it was almost over. What is wrong with people? Gah.
Anyhow, I know TT has been around a minute and everyone probably knows all about it but I didn’t. They don’t really have much of a beer selection. On the one hand the limited selection is nice. Make a few things and make them well. On the other… I was only interested in the IPA so a few more choices would have been nice. But as far as IPA’s go it was quite good. I’m not a fan of super hoppy like GP’s.so this hit the spot.
I loved their seating areas. The Eero Saarinen tables. Yeah man. All the art on the walls (whoever that artist is). The nod to trim tabs on planes (whatever those are) with the plane mobiles on the ceiling. The lights strewn about… and the free popcorn! Yeah!
the vibe was quiiiiite lovely. I will be back. :)

I’m always up for a new brewery and Trim Tab is definitely a new favorite! They have some interesting beers on the menu… and probably some of the best beers in Birmingham. The atmosphere is just very funky and fun.

Five stars! I typically enjoy craft beer but there aren’t many that I enjoy EVERY brew. I liked EVERY SINGLE brew and the flavor certainly stood out to me. The owners are from Asheville, NC, so they know a bit about beer. I encourage multiple visits and try all their brews.
Bravo on your brew options and best of luck in your growth and inevitable success! Trim Tab was fantastic. Go try them out today! Enjoy!

My husband and I sometimes will go on our own brewery crawls in the summer and when we made it to Trimtab I fell in love. This is by far the highest quality beer in birmingham and they have the best taproom, in my opinion. The employees are very nice and they always have a good variety of things to try. They have lots of seating and it’s pet friendly if that matters to you. The raspberry wheat is my favorite by you really can’t go wrong with anything here. Plus, if you like local art, they have a rotating gallery that you can buy from! Love it!

At first glance this place was a bit sketchy. We walked down an alleyway/​smoking section and wondered if we found the right place off 5^th. Luckily we kept walking & found a gem behind the grey doors. Very hipster! I personally love the décor. Not stuffy, but inviting. Lots of space (at least close to 11pm on a friday… then again the grand opening hasn’t happened as of now). Grand opening set for March 28^th & 29^th. Scheduled to have 8 beers on tap, food trucks & good times had by all.
The staff was amazing…3 total maintaining all customer requests. Very accommodating, friendly and thankful to have our business. I was afforded the opportunity to try beers before deciding which to order. I’m not a beer snob yet and often have trouble deciding which brew will best suit my taste. I was pleased with my Rye Brown Cask w/​Irish oak=YUM! Hubby got the nitro rye brown-​creamy brew=good! Grand total=$ 10 (minus tip)
Harris was a delight to meet. He is the founder of the brewing company & so personable. Loved his selection of musical tunes of the night. Had such a variety that encouraged folks to enjoy the atmosphere even more. The iPad cashier/​dj options works well.
All in all this place is pretty nice– I like the chill Friday night vibe, I hope business builds for Harris’ (&team) sake, I however kinda like keeping gems like these in my back pocket… eat your heart out Unilocalers
See ya at grand opening
Happy Friday night sips (be responsible)