Outdoor beer garden with string lights and wooden tables
Turtletown's Craft Beer Destination

We don't just pour
beer.
We pour our heart into every glass.

Hand-selected craft brews from the Southeast's best microbreweries, served alongside fresh local bites in an open-air garden where the only thing flowing is good conversation.

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Our Story

Born from a love of real beer and slower evenings

Thirsty Turtle started the way the best things do — a group of friends who couldn't find a decent craft beer in Turtletown, so we built one. What began as a weekend pop-up with six taps and a handful of folding chairs has grown into the town's favorite gathering place.

We partner directly with brewers across Tennessee and the Southeast to bring you selections you won't find in a chain store. Every pint tells a story, and every visit is an invitation to slow down, sit back, and actually talk to the person across from you.

24+
Rotating Taps
18
Partner Breweries
5
Years in Town
Craft beer being poured at Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden
Beer garden atmosphere
The Beers

Taps that change with the seasons

Our taps rotate weekly to keep things fresh and interesting. Here's a taste of what's been flowing lately — though by the time you read this, we've probably already swapped a few.

IPA 7.2% ABV

River Stone IPA

A citrus-forward IPA with a resinous finish. Hops from the Pacific Northwest meet a Tennessee malt backbone. Dry-hopped weekly.

Lager 4.8% ABV

Shell Creek Pilsner

Crisp, clean, and impossibly drinkable. A Czech-style pilsner with a delicate floral hop aroma and a long, satisfying finish.

Sour 5.1% ABV

Mossy Oak Berliner

A tart Berliner Weisse infused with local wild blackberries. Light, effervescent, and perfect for a warm afternoon on the patio.

Stout 6.4% ABV

Midnight Shell Stout

Full-bodied and velvety with notes of dark chocolate and toasted coffee. Aged on oak chips for a smooth, rounded character.

Wheat 5.0% ABV

Turtle Bay Hefeweizen

Cloudy, refreshing, and naturally carbonated. Classic banana and clove notes with a soft, bready malt core. Unfiltered and unapologetic.

Amber 5.5% ABV

Copper Ridge Amber

Balanced caramel malt sweetness with a subtle hop bite. The kind of beer that makes you want to stay awhile — and order another.

Tap list updated weekly. Ask about our rotating guest taps and seasonal releases.

The Garden

An open-air escape in the heart of town

String lights, shaded pergolas, and enough greenery to make you forget you're still in Turtletown. Our garden is designed for lingering — whether it's a quick after-work pint or a three-hour Sunday sprawl.

Patio seating area with string lights

The Pergola

Shaded tables beneath a cedar pergola draped in evening ivy. Reserved seating available for parties of six or more.

Fire pit area at Thirsty Turtle

The Fire Pit

Our stone fire pit is the gathering spot after sunset. Pull up a adirondack chair and let the warmth do the talking.

Outdoor beer bar at Thirsty Turtle

The Beer Bar

Our standing beer bar sits at the garden's center — no reservation needed, just good beer and better company.

Live music event at Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden
Events & Happenings

Something happening every week

Live Music Fridays

Local musicians set up by the fire pit from 6 to 9 PM. Jazz, folk, and everything in between — free to listen, tip jar on the table.

Brewer Meetups

Monthly gatherings with visiting brewers. Taste flights you can't get anywhere else, hear the story behind each batch, and ask questions.

Sunday Garden Brunch

Bottomless mimosas, fresh pastries, and a live acoustic set. Every Sunday from 10 AM to 1 PM — the best way to start the weekend.

Find Us

Come say hello

Location

542 TN-123
Turtletown, TN 37391

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Hours

Monday – Thursday 3 PM – 10 PM
Friday 3 PM – 12 AM
Saturday 12 PM – 12 AM
Sunday 12 PM – 9 PM

Contact

1423-496-5221

turtlethyme68@gmail.com

Events & private bookings: email preferred

Get in Touch

Have a question or want to book something?

Whether it's a reservation for a large party, a private event inquiry, or just a beer recommendation — we'd love to hear from you.

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