As far as breweries, not much due to existing laws. I've heard Franconia in Plano is good. If you're out the Fort Worth way, I highly recommend The Covey. Small little brewpub that serves game-inspired dishes like buffalo and pheasant. A bit on the $$$ side for food, but they have beer specials every night. They won two silvers at last years GABF and have one of the best Vienna lagers I've had year-round. Rahr is also in Ft. Worth and they do tours every Saturday. Gingerman has fallen way down on my list. They never have half the beers on their menu. I prefer the Flying Saucer in Addison and Downtown Ft. Worth. Addison is very close to Carrolton.
www.thecovey.com 