Workhorse Brewing

Workhorse is driven by a simple mantra: without quality, there cannot be growth. However, as a new player in an experienced, developed beer market like Philadelphia, we know that top-notch suds are merely the ante to play the game. Successful brands are able to create meaningful connections to their customers with an honest, accessible approach and an unwavering commitment to hospitality.

Ron's Ribs opened back in 1984 at 1627 South Street, and was a neighborhood staple serving the area's best ribs and BBQ until the restaurant was forced to close in 2010, eight years after the passing of beloved activist/owner Ronald Washington.

Now, his son Brandon is bringing back Ron's Signature Sauces for BBQ loving home chefs around Philadelphia, to establish a funding source to benefit a new community center and co-op workspace he's renovating called 1901 part of South of South Neighborhood Association (SOSNA) space at 1901B Washington Avenue in Philadelphia's Graduate Hospital neighborhood.

Looking for a unique venue to host your next private event? Corporate events, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, fantasy drafts or game-watch parties; if you dream it, we can host it. Our facilities can accommodate groups of any size with both fully and semi-private options available. Wi-Fi, A/V and projector capabilities too.

Interested in learning more about purchasing Workhorse beers? Please contact us below or by phone at the brewery 484-681-9928. We are also available at the brewery during normal business hours to host tastings and product information sessions. For a complete list of all current Workhorse partners, please visit our Beer Locator.

Despite ever-changing guidelines and regulations, we continue to offer unique ways to enjoy our diverse portfolio of handcrafted ales and lagers from award-winning Brewmaster Nate Olewine. All options prioritize the health and well-being of our guests and staff alike, and Workhorse remains committed to ensuring a safe environment at all times.