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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
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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 October 16, 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: 10/13/2026