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Protagonist

Protagonist Brewing Company emerged in Charlotte with a distinctly urban, design-forward approach to craft beer, quickly carving out a loyal following in the city’s evolving beer scene. Brewing on a modern, small-batch system, Protagonist emphasizes balance and drinkability, producing a tight lineup that spans crisp lagers, expressive IPAs, and thoughtfully crafted seasonal releases. The brewery is equally known for its culinary focus, pairing its beers with an elevated menu that highlights wood-fired pizzas and shareable plates made with quality ingredients. With its South End taproom offering a polished yet relaxed atmosphere and a welcoming patio, Protagonist has become a go-to destination for both beer enthusiasts and food-driven patrons.

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Protagonist Beer - LoSo227 Southside Dr, Charlotte
Amenities: Patio, Food on site, Private events

On Tap Now (14)

Pale Ale - New England / Hazy
5.5%
ABV
IPA - New England / Hazy
7%
ABV
Pilsner - Other
5%
ABV
Lager - American Light
4.2%
ABV
Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
5.2%
ABV
Festbier
5.8%
ABV
Lager - Helles
4.5%
ABV
Sour - Fruited
5%
ABV
Pilsner - German
4.1%
ABV
Lager - Other
5.4%
ABV
Sour - Fruited
5.2%
ABV
Lager - Strong
7.3%
ABV
IPA - New England / Hazy
6.9%
ABV
Stout - Oatmeal
5.1%
ABV

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events for this location.

Recurring Specials

No recurring specials for this location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Protagonist?

Protagonist is located at 227 Southside Dr, South End, Charlotte, NC.

What beers does Protagonist have on tap?

Protagonist currently has 14 beers on tap including Lager, IPA, Pilsner.

What is Protagonist known for?

Protagonist Brewing Company emerged in Charlotte with a distinctly urban, design-forward approach to craft beer, quickly carving out a loyal following in the city’s evolving beer scene. Brewing on a modern, small-batch system, Protagonist emphasizes balance and drinkability, producing a tight lineup that spans crisp lagers, expressive IPAs, and thoughtfully crafted seasonal releases. The brewery is equally known for its culinary focus, pairing its beers with an elevated menu that highlights wood-fired pizzas and shareable plates made with quality ingredients. With its South End taproom offering a polished yet relaxed atmosphere and a welcoming patio, Protagonist has become a go-to destination for both beer enthusiasts and food-driven patrons.

Previously On Tap (72)

Cheech

IPA - Imperial / Double
8.2%
ABV

Cold Hands, Warm Heart

Lager - Dark
5.5%
ABV
15
IBU

King Eddy

Belgian Blonde
5%
ABV

Lee

Lager - American
6%
ABV

Stevie

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.6%
ABV

Andre

IPA - American
6.1%
ABV

Gimli

Stout - Oatmeal
4.7%
ABV

Bertha

Lager - Vienna
5.3%
ABV

Bizarro

IPA - Farmhouse
7%
ABV

Black Is Beautiful

Stout - Imperial / Double
10%
ABV

Bruce

Lager - Dark
5.3%
ABV

Chewie

Stout - Imperial / Double
11%
ABV

Chipper

IPA - Triple New England / Hazy
9.6%
ABV

Copernicus

Stout - Imperial / Double
12%
ABV

Copernicus Vanilla Barrel Aged Stout

Stout - Other
12%
ABV

Crash

IPA - American
7.4%
ABV

Cube

IPA - American
6.8%
ABV

Edmund

Pale Ale - New Zealand
5.4%
ABV

Ella

Kellerbier / Zwickelbier
5.6%
ABV

Fitz's Irish Red

Red Ale - Irish
5.2%
ABV

Fundamentally An Optimist

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
8.4%
ABV

I Got A Story To Tell

Farmhouse Ale - Saison
6%
ABV

Jimi

IPA - New England / Hazy
6.9%
ABV

Juliane

Sour - Fruited
5.4%
ABV

Koko B. Ware

IPA - Imperial / Double
8.2%
ABV

Luther

Mild - Dark
4.1%
ABV

McFly

Pilsner - Czech / Bohemian
5.6%
ABV

Mikey

IPA - American
7.3%
ABV

Notorious R.B.G

Historical Beer - Gruit / Ancient Herbed Ale
6%
ABV

Petty

IPA - New England / Hazy
6.4%
ABV
35
IBU

Pivo

Pilsner - Czech / Bohemian
4.7%
ABV

Rowdy

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
8.8%
ABV

Roy G Biv

Sour - Fruited Berliner Weisse
4.9%
ABV

Sir Marcus

Bitter - Session / Ordinary
4.1%
ABV

Snarf

Sour - Fruited Gose
4.9%
ABV

The Bandit

IPA - American
6%
ABV

The Devil Went Down To Loso

Schwarzbier
4.8%
ABV

The Narrator

Stout - White / Golden
6.2%
ABV

Tina

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
8%
ABV

UFO TOFU

IPA - American
6%
ABV

Vlad

Belgian Strong Golden Ale
8%
ABV

Quaid

Porter - American
6.3%
ABV

The Hoff

Kölsch
4.9%
ABV

Tiffany

Stout - Coffee
7.8%
ABV

Huck

Wheat Beer - Hefeweizen
4.7%
ABV

Lost Weeds Vol. I

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
8.1%
ABV

Wilder Hirsch

Lager - Helles
4.7%
ABV

Maverick

IPA - American
7%
ABV

Ziggy

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.2%
ABV

A Little Bit Software Now

Traditional Ale
4.6%
ABV

Arthur

Stout - Irish Dry
4%
ABV

MacRay

IPA - American
6.2%
ABV

Mick

IPA - American
6.4%
ABV

Snow

Lager - Winter
6%
ABV

The Boss

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.5%
ABV

Boseman

IPA - Black / Cascadian Dark Ale
7%
ABV

Mr. Diamond

Fruit Beer
5%
ABV

Judy

Lager - Amber / Red
5.8%
ABV

Jett

IPA - New England / Hazy
6.1%
ABV

Rita

Sour - Fruited Gose
5.2%
ABV

Kal-El

Farmhouse Ale - Saison
5.5%
ABV

Manny

Pale Ale - American
5%
ABV

Archie

Lager - American
3.8%
ABV

Ringo

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.1%
ABV

ICE COLD!

IPA - American
5.9%
ABV

Eve

Brett Beer
5.3%
ABV

Brave Noise

Pale Ale - American
5.4%
ABV

Dufresne

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.4%
ABV

Holy Water American Lager

Lager - American Light
4.2%
ABV

Konrad

Kölsch
5.5%
ABV

Meryl

Blonde / Golden Ale - American
6%
ABV

Leeloo

Farmhouse Ale - Saison
5%
ABV
35
IBU

Protagonist is a craft brewery in South End (Charlotte, NC). As of August 30, 2026, we track 14 beers on tap and 72 previously poured. Recent styles include Lager, IPA, Pilsner.

Tap Lists Updated Regularly
Always call ahead to confirm beer availability before visiting. Last verified: 8/17/2026