Pubs that Are Worth Traveling by in the Southwestern U. S

Do you love beer, not just drinking it, but love the taste and complexity of the many different types and styles? Here are some of the most highly recommended pubs to visit when you're traveling through the southwestern U.S. Each location offers a unique spin on the traditional beer pub. Most offer a large selection of brews on tap and in bottles. If you love IPA's or cask-conditioned ales, than these bars are definitely worth a try if you're passing through the area.

If you're passing through Houston, Texas with a hankering for unique coffee and fine ales, then don't miss The Petrol Station Coffeehouse. It's a little out of the way, but well worth the effort. Burgers are raved about at this family joint and the food selection seems to perfectly match the beers offered for an awesome tasting experience overall. Get there by setting your GPS navigation to 985 Wakefield Drive, Houston, TX 77018. There are some honest reviews of food, drink, and atmosphere at Petrol Station.

If you don't like dining and drinking around kids, then skip this station and try Hans' Bier Haus at 2523 Quenby, in Rice Village (hansbierhaus.com). This bar offers free WIFI, a great selection of beers (70 on tap, 60 bottled), and a large, dog friendly biergarten. This may become your perfect, hole-in-the-wall bar in one short night.

Are you planning to be in Tuscon, Arizona for a night, if so, you'll want to stop at the Thunder Canyon Brewery in the Foothills Mall at 7401 North La Cholla Boulevard, 85741. This microbrewery has been open since 1998 and offers a decent selection of beers from a homegrown IPA to their well-known Prescription Pils in a family restaurant atmosphere. Recent reviews can be found at Pubcrawler.com. Their web site is located at www.thundercanyonbrewery.com for even more detail.

Traveling through parts of Colorado? If yes, then try to plan a route that takes you through Durango and visit Lady Falconburgh's Barley Exchange for a truly unique and satisfying gastropub experience. They're located at 640 Main Avenue, 81301. The atmosphere is rumored to be very friendly and unbiased towards residents, tourists, or students. You can learn more on their web site at www.ladyfalconburgh.biz.

I'm certain that there are even more great bars to be found when exploring the southwestern part of the U.S. If you're hungry for a little bit more, check out the links to review sites I've mentioned in this article and explore the content for resident picks.

Sources:

Shilcutt, Katharine. "Avery Cask-Conditioned Ale at the Petrol Station." HoustonPress, Houston Blog. http://blogs.houstonpress.com/eating/2009/02/avery_cask_conditioned_ale_at.php.

www.PubCrawler.com

Shayotovich, Eli. "The Lady of the Tap: Lady Falconburgh's Barley Exchange." Examiner.com. http://www.examiner.com/x-383-Colorado-Springs-Craft-Beer-Examiner~y2009m7d7-The-Lady-of-the-Tap.