The Rolodex: Little Machine Beer in Highland
Little Machine Beer pours lagers and hoppy ales at communal tables in Highland, and dogs are welcome.
If you want a beer in Highland without making a whole night of it, put Little Machine Beer in your contacts. It's a neighborhood brewery at 2924 W 20th Ave, and it sticks to beer styles you already know.
It sits at a single $ on Google's price scale and has 4.7 stars from 554 reviews (as of 2026-05-02, via our directory). For a neighborhood taproom, that's a lot of people saying nice things.
What it's known for
Lagers and hoppy ales. The listing describes the beer as clean, straightforward versions of classic styles, with no novelty flavors built for photos. The room has concrete floors and communal tables, so you'll probably end up sitting near strangers.
The tags are all low-key: neighborhood spot, local hangout, casual, dog-friendly. This is a brewery that wants you to drink a pint and talk.
What to get
A lager if you want something crisp, a hoppy ale if you want more bite. The listing doesn't name specific beers, so check the board when you walk in. Grab a round at the counter and take it to a communal table. If you're unsure, ask whoever's pouring what they'd drink.
When to go
Monday through Thursday it opens at noon and runs till 11 PM. Friday and Saturday it opens earlier, 11 AM to 11 PM. Sunday is 11 AM to 10 PM. It's open every day of the week, which is very convenient.
The weekend 11 AM start makes it a good stop after a morning run or errands, and the 11 PM close works for a late weeknight pint. Hours can change, so check before you head over.
Who it's for
Dog owners, first. It's tagged dog-friendly, and the listing mentions neighbors stopping in on dog walks. It also suits runners looking for a post-run beer and friends who want to catch up without shouting over a crowd.
Going solo is fine too. Communal tables make it easy to sit down alone, and the listing says brewery workers come here to unwind after their shifts. When people in the beer business pick your place to decompress, that tells you something.
Bring a group if you want, though the space is described as intimate, so keep the crew on the smaller side.
Around the neighborhood
It's on W 20th Ave in Highland (80211). There aren't other spots on file within half a mile, so pick your pre-game or late food stop yourself. For more ideas around town, browse the guides or see what's coming up on the events calendar.
Hours, address and details are on the Little Machine Beer listing.
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