MaBrasserie has been a pillar of Montreal’s brewing scene since 2015, a cooperative experiment that brought together some of the city’s best microbreweries under one roof. More than just a production space, it was a community hub—part brewery, part school, part tasting room—where craft beer lovers could drink straight from the source. But like much of the industry, it hit rough waters, shutting down in late 2023.

Now, under new ownership, the Rosemont institution is set for a second act. Italian-Irish brewing duo Frank Fanelli and Paul Quinn, known for Birra Fanelli, have stepped in to revive the operation while keeping its DNA intact. The name stays, the beers return, and the mission to support local brewers remains front and centre. Expect the same expansive tap lineup—MaBrasserie originals alongside creations from partner breweries—plus a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and a terrace made for summer pints.

It’s a fresh start, but with familiar roots.