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beer based gastronomy and a trip to the late 1800s

Located in the heart of Ponce, Puerto Rico, Papa Rupe Brewing Co. is located within the walls of a historic house (built in 1893) that once belonged to Thomas Armstrong Toro, one of the most important figures of the formation of Ponce’s Golden Age.

While historic in spirit, Papa Rupe at it’s core offers and innovative gastronomic experience with it’s beer based food items, 20 beers on tap, and a loving culture for history and the arts that surround our community. The history that surrounds the namesake decorates our 127 year old house, promising to take you on a trip the late 1800s Ponce and its Spanish architecture. As history geeks, we strive to preserve our cities rich history, to show others the importance of preserving our historic patrimonies and why it is so important to educate about our upbringings. That is why the overall architecture of the house has not been touched, the walls, doors, ceiling, and its arches have been preserved as close to its original state, so our costumers can feel its timeless magic. Come take in our rich history and stay for a few brews! Cheers!