After six years of service, King Maker Brewing has closed in Jacksonville’s Riverside neighborhood. It served its final customers on April 4, 2026. The community-favorite taproom was known for its Slow Down on King, a Czech-style pilsner.
Local Favorite King Maker Brewing Closes in Jacksonville
King Maker Brewing was a well-known craft brewery in Jacksonville. The taproom has permanently closed its doors on King Street, marking the end of its six-year run in the city.
The taproom shared the news through a social media post. In a heartfelt message, Chas Nemecek, co-owner of the taproom, wrote, “My tenure here at King Maker Brewing has been some of the most fun years of my life. I got married. My wife and I became parents. I rode an actual bull.”
In the closure announcement, Chas thanked the Jacksonville community for its continued support over the years
About the Taproom
Founded in 2020 during the pandemic, King Maker Brewing was more than a brewery; it was a gathering place for locals. The brewery featured a rotating selection of craft beers and a laid-back, open-air setting.
The space regularly hosted trivia nights, art meetups, and casual weekend hangouts for the Jacksonville community. It was known for its 18 rotating taps featuring true-to-style lagers, ales, and more. Some of the popular items included El Corrido, Slow Down on King, and Lemon Shandy.
Following the closure announcement, several fans and loyal customers of the brewery expressed their sadness and grief on social media. One fan wrote, “I’m so sad to hear this. King Maker will always hold such a special place in our hearts, as we had our wedding reception here and got to help brew a beer for it. So many fond memories.”
On its final day, the taproom offered $5 pints across its menu. As the brewery and food truck both wrapped up operations, they left behind lasting friendships and memories with a strong sense of community.
