Seattle Breweries
Seattle Brewery
Directory
60+ craft breweries with neighborhood filters, map, and visit details.
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Overview
Seattle's craft brewery scene spans the entire city — from the walkable Ballard district to Georgetown's production breweries, Fremont's biergartens, and beyond. Use the filters to narrow by neighborhood or features like food and all-ages taprooms. The map and list update together.
Aslan Brewing — Fremont
Why Visit
A certified organic brewery near the Fremont Bridge with one of the more substantial food programs of any taproom in the area. Aslan sources ingredients organically and produces Pacific Northwest-inspired beers with a focus on quality ingredients. A solid combination of good food and good beer.
What to Know
- Certified organic ingredients throughout the brewing process
- Some food on-site — plus bring-in allowed
- Kids welcome (no dogs at this location)
- Close to the Fremont Bridge and Sunday Farmers Market
- Also has locations in Tangletown and Seward Park
Aslan Brewing — Seward Park
Why Visit
Aslan's southeast Seattle outpost, bringing certified organic beers and food to the Seward Park neighborhood near the shores of Lake Washington. The closest taproom option for visitors to Seward Park or the Columbia City corridor.
What to Know
- Certified organic ingredients throughout the brewing process
- Food available on-site
- Kids welcome
- Close to Seward Park on Lake Washington
- Also has locations in Fremont and Tangletown
Aslan Brewing — Tangletown
Why Visit
Aslan's Tangletown location brings the same certified organic brewing and food program to the neighborhood between Wallingford, Green Lake, and Fremont. A convenient stop for the north-central Seattle residential corridor.
What to Know
- Certified organic ingredients throughout the brewing process
- Food available on-site
- Kids welcome
- Close to Green Lake and the Wallingford neighborhood
- Also has locations in Fremont and Seward Park
Bale Breaker / Yonder — Ballard
Why Visit
A collaboration space between Bale Breaker (fourth-generation Yakima hop farmers turned brewers) and Yonder Cider, with hard seltzer also on tap. The large outdoor area with firepits is one of the best outdoor drinking spots in Ballard. Beer, cider, and seltzer mean there is something for everyone, and food trucks are frequent.
What to Know
- Beer, cider, and hard seltzer all available
- Large outdoor area with firepits — one of the best in Ballard
- No kitchen — food trucks frequently on-site
- Kids and dogs welcome
Bickersons Brewhouse
Why Visit
A husband and wife team who moved into the old Peddler Brewing location in Ballard in 2022. Bickersons focuses on a variety of IPA styles — West Coast, hazy, session — alongside hard seltzer, guest ciders, and wines. A solid neighborhood spot without the crowds of the district's bigger names.
What to Know
- Wide IPA variety including hazy, West Coast, and session styles
- Guest ciders and wines available for non-beer drinkers
- Kids welcome
- Less crowded than the larger Ballard district spots
Big Time Brewing
Why Visit
A University District brewpub that's been a neighborhood institution since 1988. One of Seattle's oldest brewpubs with a full kitchen, a wood-paneled pub atmosphere, and a longstanding place in the local craft beer scene. Dogs are welcome outside on University Way.
What to Know
- Full kitchen with a pub food menu
- Kids welcome — dogs allowed outside
- One of Seattle's oldest brewpubs — opened 1988
- Located on University Way NE (The Ave)
Bizarre Brewing
Why Visit
A neighborhood taproom in Seattle's Industrial Magnolia corridor near Fishermen's Terminal, with a rotating tap list and a food truck calendar for on-site eats. A low-key option when exploring the Magnolia or Interbay area.
What to Know
- No kitchen — food trucks visit regularly, check their calendar
- Located in the industrial part of Magnolia near Fishermen's Terminal
- Open daily — Mon–Fri from 3pm, weekends from noon
Burke-Gilman Brewing
Why Visit
Named for the city's famous multi-use trail, Burke-Gilman Brewing is a solid neighborhood option near the University of Washington campus. A good stop before or after a walk on the trail. Rotating lineup of IPAs, lagers, and stouts without the crowds of the main brewery districts.
What to Know
- Close to the University of Washington campus and Burke-Gilman Trail
- Kids and dogs welcome
- No kitchen
- Rotating tap list with IPAs, lagers, and stouts
Cloudburst Brewing — Belltown
Why Visit
The original Cloudburst location on Western Ave, which opened in 2016 and established them as one of Seattle's most respected small breweries. The tap list rotates constantly with award-winning IPAs and experimental releases. 21+ only and a smaller space, but the quality is consistently top-tier.
What to Know
- 21+ only — the Shilshole location in Ballard is dog-friendly with a food truck
- Rotating tap list — changes frequently
- Award-winning IPAs and experimental beers
- Near Pike Place Market
Cloudburst Brewing — Shilshole
Why Visit
Cult-favorite Cloudburst's Shilshole location opened in 2020 in an old auto garage. The award-winning IPAs and constantly rotating experimental tap list are the same quality as the original Belltown location. The Shilshole location runs its own food truck on-site and has a dog-friendly outdoor area.
What to Know
- Their own food truck operates on-site
- Dog-friendly outdoor space
- Award-winning IPAs and experimental releases
- Mix of indoor and outdoor space
- Open seven days a week
Dirty Couch Brewing
Why Visit
A casual neighborhood taproom on the western edge of Interbay near the water. Occasional food trucks and a dog-friendly outdoor area make it a laid-back stop when exploring the Queen Anne or Interbay corridor.
What to Know
- Occasional food trucks
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Casual neighborhood atmosphere
- Located on W Fort St in Interbay
El Suenito Brewing
Why Visit
A distinctive Fremont brewery serving tamales and Mexican-inspired foods alongside their craft beers — a combination you won't find elsewhere in the neighborhood. El Suenito brings a unique cultural perspective to the Seattle brewing scene.
What to Know
- Tamales and Mexican foods served on-site
- Kids welcome
- Close to other Fremont breweries for a neighborhood crawl
- Located on N 36th St near the heart of Fremont
Elliott Bay Brewery and Pub
Why Visit
A West Seattle institution since the 1990s with a full pub kitchen and a wide range of their own beers. One of the most complete brewery pub experiences in the area — solid food alongside consistently good craft beer. A reliable neighborhood anchor.
What to Know
- Full kitchen with a complete pub food menu
- Kids welcome — dogs in outdoor areas
- One of the oldest brewery pubs in West Seattle
- Located on California Ave SW near the Alaska Junction
Elliott Bay Public House & Brewery
Why Visit
A neighborhood pub and full-scratch brewery in Lake City with a long-running commitment to approachable, well-made beer. The food program is real — pub fare done well — and the all-ages setup makes it a practical stop for families in the northeast part of the city.
What to Know
- Full kitchen — pub food available
- Kids welcome
- Neighborhood pub atmosphere — not a destination taproom
- Sister location in West Seattle at 4720 California Ave SW
Elysian Brewing — Capitol Hill
Why Visit
A Capitol Hill institution since 1996. The Broadway pub is a full-service brewpub with a kitchen and one of the widest tap selections of any Elysian location. Known for pumpkin beers each fall and a broad year-round lineup. One of the longest-running craft breweries on the Hill — comfortable, reliable, and always busy.
What to Know
- Full pub kitchen with a solid food menu
- Known for a large pumpkin beer lineup each fall
- Dogs welcome in outdoor seating areas
- All ages welcome
- Also has a larger location in Pioneer Square (Elysian Fields)
Elysian Fields — Pioneer Square
Why Visit
Elysian's large Pioneer Square pub is the best pre-game brewery option in the city for T-Mobile Park (Mariners/Sounders) or Climate Pledge Arena. Full kitchen, wide tap list, and a comfortable pub space — practical and reliable.
What to Know
- Full kitchen with a complete pub food menu
- Best Elysian location for T-Mobile Park or Climate Pledge Arena events
- All ages welcome
- Pioneer Square location — easy to combine with other downtown stops
Fair Isle Brewing
Why Visit
A mixed-culture specialist focusing on saisons, lagers, and barrel-fermented styles — the beers are complex and worth seeking out if you appreciate aged sours and farmhouse ales. The on-site 49th Street Beast restaurant (partnered with Beast & Cleaver) makes Fair Isle one of the better food destinations in the Ballard brewery district.
What to Know
- 21+ only inside — dogs allowed in outdoor areas
- 49th Street Beast restaurant on-site — one of the better food options in the district
- Aged sour and mixed-culture specialist — not typical kettle sours
- Wine also available for non-beer drinkers
Figurehead Brewing
Why Visit
A neighborhood taproom in Interbay with a relaxed atmosphere, a solid rotating tap list, and a dog-friendly outdoor area. A good stop for visitors in the Queen Anne or Interbay area heading to or from Ballard.
What to Know
- No kitchen
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Neighborhood taproom feel
- Located on 21st Ave W in Interbay
- Also has a second location on Stone Way N in Wallingford
Flying Bike Cooperative Brewery
Why Visit
A member-owned cooperative brewery in Greenwood with an unusually democratic approach — over 1,500 member-owners have a say in how the brewery is run. A genuine community institution in North Seattle with a solid range of styles and a welcoming, neighborhood-first atmosphere.
What to Know
- Worker-owned cooperative — over 1,500 member-owners
- No kitchen
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Solid range of styles with a focus on accessibility over trend-chasing
- Located in Greenwood — less-visited but worth the trip
Flying Lion Brewing
Why Visit
A neighborhood brewery in Columbia City with a comfortable taproom and a rotating tap list of approachable styles. Built a loyal local following in the southeast Seattle corridor.
What to Know
- No kitchen
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Rotating tap list of IPAs, pale ales, and stouts
- Neighborhood taproom feel in Columbia City
Fremont Brewing
Why Visit
The most famous urban biergarten in Seattle. Fremont Brewing's outdoor space is enormous, dog-friendly, and packed every warm day. The Universale Pale Ale is one of the bestselling craft beers in the state, and the seasonal lineup is reliably excellent. No food is served, so plan accordingly or bring your own. A Seattle must-visit.
What to Know
- No food served — bring your own or order delivery
- Dog-friendly biergarten — one of the best in the city
- Kids welcome
- Gets very crowded on sunny weekend afternoons — arrive early
- Also has an Urban Beer Garden in South Lake Union
Future Primitive Brewing
Why Visit
A southwest Seattle brewery in Highland Park with a rotating tap list and frequent pop-up food events and food trucks. An off-the-beaten-path option for visitors exploring West Seattle who want to venture beyond the main stop. Also has a second location on Alki Beach.
What to Know
- Frequent food truck pop-ups and food events
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Located in Highland Park — further south than most brewery visits
- Also has an Alki Beach location (2536 Alki Ave SW) with views of Puget Sound
Gasworks Brewing
Why Visit
A newer taproom on N Northlake Way near Gas Works Park with a full kitchen and great location. An excellent stop that combines well with a walk along the Lake Union waterfront or a visit to Gas Works Park — one of Seattle's most photographed green spaces.
What to Know
- Full kitchen on-site
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Located near Gas Works Park — great spot to combine with an outdoor walk
- Views toward Lake Union from the surrounding area
Georgetown Brewing
Why Visit
The largest craft brewery in Washington State by production volume — a genuine institution. Georgetown's taproom is a big, no-frills industrial space where regulars bring their own food and settle in for the afternoon. The Bodhizafa IPA and Manny's Pale Ale are among the bestselling craft beers in the state. If you drink Washington craft beer, you already know these beers.
What to Know
- Largest craft brewery in Washington State
- Kids welcome until 6pm — adults only after 6
- No food served — bring your own or grab something nearby
- Large industrial taproom — can get very crowded on weekends
- Limited parking in the industrial area — plan accordingly
Ghostfish Brewing
Why Visit
Seattle's dedicated gluten-free craft brewery — a genuinely unique operation producing 100% gluten-free beers across a wide range of styles with a full kitchen. The beer stands on its own quality regardless of dietary need, but for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, Ghostfish is the answer.
What to Know
- 100% dedicated gluten-free brewery — no cross-contamination risk
- Full kitchen on-site
- Kids welcome until 6pm
- Wide range of styles — not just one or two token GF options
- Located in the SODO area — easy to combine with Georgetown brewery stops
Great Notion Brewing — Ballard
Why Visit
Portland's Great Notion brought their hazy IPAs, fruited sours, and near-weekly new beer drops to Ballard in 2020. Dog-friendly outdoor area and a constantly rotating tap list keep things interesting for repeat visitors. Note: the kitchen is not yet open — food is coming soon.
What to Know
- No kitchen currently — food coming soon per the brewery
- Dog-friendly outdoor area
- New beer drops nearly every week — check their social media
- Can get crowded on weekends
- Also has a Georgetown location
Great Notion Brewing — Georgetown
Why Visit
Great Notion's Georgetown location brings the same hazy IPAs, fruited sours, and weekly new releases to the south side of the city. Same quality as the Ballard location, with a slightly different industrial atmosphere that fits the Georgetown brewery corridor.
What to Know
- No kitchen
- No kids, no dogs at this location
- Same rotating tap list and weekly drops as the Ballard location
- Located in the Georgetown brewery corridor — easy to combine with other nearby stops
Greenlake Brewing
Why Visit
A new brewery opening summer 2026 on East Green Lake Drive N, steps from the Green Lake path. The location puts it directly on one of Seattle's most-used parks — a natural stop during or after a walk around the lake.
What to Know
- Opening summer 2026 — confirm hours and current status before visiting
- Located on the east side of Green Lake at 7110 E Green Lake Drive N
Halcyon Brewing
Why Visit
A Greenwood taproom making a solid mix of craft styles with some food options. Pairs well with Snapshot and Flying Bike for a low-key North Seattle brewery afternoon.
What to Know
- Some food available — not a full kitchen
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Close to other Greenwood brewery options for an easy crawl
- Neighborhood taproom feel
Hellbent Brewing
Why Visit
A Lake City brewery that has built a loyal North Seattle following. Good for visitors staying in that part of the city who want to avoid driving into the main brewery districts. Frequent food trucks and a dog-friendly outdoor area.
What to Know
- No kitchen — frequent food trucks on-site
- Dog-friendly outdoor area
- Kids: No
- Located on Lake City Way NE
- Less crowded than the main Seattle brewery destinations
Here Today Brewery & Kitchen
Why Visit
A modern waterfront brewpub on Elliott Ave with views toward Puget Sound and a full kitchen. The tap list spans ales and lagers — hazy IPAs, pale ales, and a Bohemian-style pilsner — alongside pub fare from Preservation Meat Collective and weekend brunch. One of the best-located taprooms in the city for waterfront views.
What to Know
- Full kitchen — smash burgers, vegan options, and pub fare
- Weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday, 10am–1pm
- Outdoor patio with waterfront views
- Close to the Olympic Sculpture Park and Myrtle Edwards Park
- Lunch served Wednesday through Friday
Holy Mountain Brewing
Why Visit
A highly regarded small-production brewery near the Magnolia Bridge focused on wild ales, mixed fermentation, lagers, and farmhouse styles. Holy Mountain is a destination brewery — the beer is serious and sought after by enthusiasts who appreciate restraint and complexity over haze and fruit. One of the best breweries in Seattle that most tourists haven't heard of.
What to Know
- 21+ only — no kids, no dogs
- Specialty in wild ales, mixed fermentation, and lagers
- Small production — some beers sell out quickly
- Worth seeking out if you appreciate complex, traditional styles
- Also has a Phinney Ridge location (7011 Greenwood Ave N) that is all-ages
Holy Mountain Brewing — Phinney Ridge
Why Visit
The more accessible Holy Mountain location — all ages and dog-friendly, unlike the 21+ Interbay brewery. Same serious lineup of wild ales, mixed fermentation, and lagers from one of Seattle's most respected small-production breweries.
What to Know
- All ages welcome — dogs allowed
- Wild ales, mixed fermentation, lagers, and farmhouse styles
- Small production — some beers sell out quickly
- The Interbay location (1421 Elliott Ave W) is 21+ only
Human People Brewing
Why Visit
A newer Roosevelt area brewery serving pizza and snacks alongside their craft beers. A casual neighborhood spot with a welcoming atmosphere for a part of the city that doesn't have many brewery options.
What to Know
- Pizza and snacks available
- Kids welcome
- Located on Roosevelt Way NE
- Newer brewery — worth checking their current hours
Jellyfish Brewing
Why Visit
A neighborhood favorite in Georgetown's brewery cluster with a solid tap list and a welcoming atmosphere. Less intense than Georgetown Brewing and with more of a neighborhood bar vibe — a good secondary stop when you're exploring the area. Also has a second location at Green Lake with a full kitchen.
What to Know
- Kids and dogs welcome
- No kitchen at Georgetown — second location at Green Lake (6808 East Green Lake Way N) has a full kitchen
- Mix of styles including IPAs, stouts, and lagers
- Close to other Georgetown breweries for a crawl
Ladd & Lass Brewing
Why Visit
A laid-back University District taproom with light snacks and a bring-your-own-food policy. A welcoming atmosphere near the University of Washington with a rotating tap list and a dog-friendly approach.
What to Know
- Light snacks available — outside food welcome
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Neighborhood taproom near the University of Washington
- Located on NE 45th St
Lowlander Brewing
Why Visit
A full-kitchen brewery in the Occidental Square area of Pioneer Square making approachable craft beer in a neighborhood that doesn't have many taproom options. A solid stop when exploring the International District, stadium area, or Pioneer Square historic district.
What to Know
- Full kitchen
- Kids welcome
- Located in Occidental Park area of Pioneer Square
- Good option when combining with International District or stadium visits
Lucky Envelope Brewing
Why Visit
An unusually creative approach to brewing — Lucky Envelope makes culturally inspired beers using non-traditional ingredients like peanut butter, habanero, and Asian-inspired flavors, alongside solid traditional styles. Opened in 2015 and earned a devoted following. Mix of indoor and covered outdoor seating.
What to Know
- No kitchen — covered outdoor space frequently has food trucks
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Creative, non-traditional ingredients alongside standard IPA and lager styles
- Good variety for groups with different palates
Machine House Brewing
Why Visit
A unique specialist in traditional English-style cask ales — one of the few breweries in Seattle that focuses exclusively on this style. Cask-conditioned beer is naturally carbonated and served at cellar temperature, producing a softer, rounder character you won't find at IPA-focused taprooms. Worth the detour if you appreciate traditional British brewing.
What to Know
- Cask-conditioned English ale specialist — a genuinely unique offering in Seattle
- Served at cellar temperature — a very different experience from most Seattle taprooms
- Kids and dogs welcome
- No kitchen — next-door Habesha Cafe allows orders brought in
- Located in Hillman City on Rainier Ave S
Magnuson Cafe and Brewery
Why Visit
A full-kitchen brewery near Magnuson Park on Lake Washington with a neighborhood cafe atmosphere. A good stop if you're visiting Magnuson Park, walking the lake trail, or exploring the northeast Seattle lakefront.
What to Know
- Full kitchen — cafe and restaurant on-site
- Kids welcome
- No dogs inside
- Located near Magnuson Park on Lake Washington
- Easy to combine with a park visit or shoreline walk
McMenamins Queen Anne
Why Visit
A historic building on the edge of Queen Anne Hill converted into a full McMenamins pub with house-brewed beer on tap. The vibe is eccentric and distinctly McMenamins — eclectic decor, wide beer selection, solid pub food. A good stop before or after an event at Climate Pledge Arena.
What to Know
- Part of the Oregon-based McMenamins chain — house-brewed beer on tap
- Full food menu
- Kids welcome
- Walking distance from Climate Pledge Arena
Metier Brewing
Why Visit
A Central District brewery on E Cherry St with food and a welcoming atmosphere. A good stop for exploring Seattle's Central District neighborhood and its growing food and drink scene.
What to Know
- Food available
- Kids welcome
- Located on E Cherry St in the Central District
- Less crowded than the main Seattle brewery districts
Obec Brewing
Why Visit
A Czech and European-style specialist in the heart of the Ballard district. Obec (Czech for "community") focuses on Czech lagers, German-style pilsners, Belgian ales, and classic British styles alongside occasional IPAs. A more serious beer experience than the trendier taprooms nearby — excellent for lager lovers.
What to Know
- 21+ only
- Czech, German, Belgian, and British style specialists
- Dog-friendly outdoor area in front
- Open seven days a week
- No kitchen
Old Stove Brewing — Ballard Gardens
Why Visit
The Ballard Gardens location is Old Stove at its best — a large outdoor beer garden, spacious indoor taproom, and a full BBQ-themed kitchen in what was formerly Hilliard's Brewery and later a Lagunitas experimental space. The tap list spans 20+ beers. A step above most Ballard taprooms for food and space.
What to Know
- Full BBQ kitchen on-site — ribs, brisket, and smoked meats
- Large outdoor beer garden with dog-friendly areas
- All ages welcome
- Extensive tap list with 20+ beers
- The original Old Stove location is inside Pike Place Market
Old Stove Brewing — Pike Place
Why Visit
The original Old Stove location, set inside Pike Place Market with views over Elliott Bay. Smaller than the Ballard Gardens, but with an unbeatable setting. The views of the waterfront alone justify a stop — solid craft beer with a full kitchen in one of the best-located taprooms in the city.
What to Know
- Views of Elliott Bay from the taproom
- Full kitchen on-site
- Located inside Pike Place Market — excellent combined with a market visit
- All ages welcome
- Can get very busy during peak market hours
Optimism Brewing
Why Visit
A bright, modern taproom on the edge of Capitol Hill with an all-ages policy and a welcoming atmosphere. Optimism rotates frequently with an IPA-forward tap list and other styles, and has outdoor seating when the weather cooperates. A comfortable stop if you're already in the neighborhood.
What to Know
- All ages welcome
- Outdoor seating available
- No kitchen — frequent food trucks
- IPA-forward rotating tap list alongside other styles
- Good location for combining with Capitol Hill dining or a show
Outer Planet Brewing
Why Visit
A smaller brewery on Capitol Hill's 12th Ave with a focus on West Coast and hazy IPAs alongside lagers and stouts. The intimate taproom has a laid-back vibe — pizza is available and outside food is welcome, making it a flexible neighborhood stop.
What to Know
- Pizza available — outside food also welcome
- Kids and dogs welcome
- West Coast and hazy IPA focus with good lager options
- Less crowded than larger Capitol Hill venues
Perihelion Brewing
Why Visit
A Beacon Hill brewery with a full kitchen — one of the more complete taproom experiences in South Seattle. A good stop for visitors in the area or those commuting via light rail (Beacon Hill station is nearby).
What to Know
- Full kitchen on-site
- Kids welcome
- Beacon Hill neighborhood — close to the light rail station
- Located on 16th Ave S
Pike Brewing Company
Why Visit
Seattle's original craft brewpub, open since 1989 and located in the heart of Pike Place Market. Pike Brewing is a full pub and restaurant with a comprehensive food menu, a wide range of their own beers, and an extensive collection of brewing memorabilia throughout the space. A classic Seattle stop.
What to Know
- Full restaurant menu — one of the more complete dining options of any Seattle brewery
- Brewing memorabilia and history throughout the pub
- One of Seattle's original craft breweries, opened 1989
- Located directly in Pike Place Market
- All ages welcome
Project 9 Brewing
Why Visit
A North Seattle taproom with a permanent food truck setup and a neighborhood-first attitude. An off-the-beaten-path option for serious explorers of Seattle's outer brewery scene.
What to Know
- Permanent food truck outside — food reliably available
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Located in the Maple Leaf / NE Seattle area on NE 80th St
- Less visited than the main districts — a true neighborhood spot
Ravenna Brewing
Why Visit
A neighborhood taproom in the Ravenna area making a rotating lineup of IPAs, pale ales, and stouts. A good stop when exploring the University District or Roosevelt neighborhoods, with a laid-back community atmosphere.
What to Know
- No kitchen — frequent food trucks
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Located on 26th Ave NE in the Ravenna neighborhood
- Close to Green Lake and the University District
Reuben's Brews
Why Visit
The flagship of the Ballard brewery district and one of the most decorated craft breweries in the Pacific Northwest. Reuben's has been winning medals since 2012 — their Robust Porter is a perennial champion, and the hazy IPA program draws serious beer hunters from across the region. The covered outdoor patio is comfortable year-round and Reuben's Eats keeps groups fed.
What to Know
- Covered outdoor patio is dog-friendly and open most of the year
- Reuben's Eats food truck on-site — check ahead for menu
- Watch for limited weekly drops and special releases
- Separate Brewtap taproom nearby at 800 NW 46th St for a bar-style experience
- Gets crowded on weekend afternoons — arrive before noon or after 5
Reuben's Brews — Downtown
Why Visit
Reuben's second Seattle location set in a more accessible downtown spot with a full kitchen — a step up from the Ballard taproom for food. The same medal-winning beers in a location that works well for visitors staying near Pike Place or downtown.
What to Know
- Full kitchen — more complete food than the Ballard taproom
- Kids welcome
- Convenient for downtown visitors and Pike Place area
- Same rotating tap list as the Ballard flagship
Rooftop Brewing
Why Visit
After a fire destroyed their original Nickerson St location in 2024, Rooftop Brewing relocated to the former Maritime Pacific Jolly Roger Taproom space in Ballard. Full pub food menu alongside Rooftop's craft beers in a comfortable neighborhood setting.
What to Know
- Full pub food menu — dine-in
- Kids welcome
- Moved to Ballard in 2025 after a fire closed the original Nickerson St location
- Operating in the former Maritime Pacific / Jolly Roger Taproom space
Seapine Brewing
Why Visit
A SODO industrial taproom making a variety of craft beer styles in a no-frills setting. A solid secondary stop when visiting Georgetown or Ghostfish, with a relaxed neighborhood vibe.
What to Know
- No kitchen
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Located in the SODO industrial corridor
- Easy to combine with Georgetown and Ghostfish brewery visits
Single Hill Brewing
Why Visit
The Seattle outpost of the Yakima-based Single Hill brewing team, focused on lagers, ales, and hop-forward styles. Located in the Loyal Heights area on the north edge of Ballard, it brings Pacific Northwest brewing sensibility to Seattle's most beer-dense neighborhood.
What to Know
- No kitchen
- Dog-friendly outdoor area
- Kids: No
- Located on 24th Ave NW in the Loyal Heights / North Ballard area
- Lager and hop-forward styles are the specialty
Snapshot Brewing
Why Visit
A Greenwood neighborhood taproom with a rotating tap list and restaurant partnerships for food. Close to Flying Bike and Halcyon for a compact North Seattle brewery crawl.
What to Know
- Restaurant partnership for food — snacks and takeout available
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Close to Flying Bike and Halcyon Brewing for a Greenwood crawl
- Located on Greenwood Ave N
Standard Brewing
Why Visit
A well-regarded Central District brewery with a full kitchen and a focus on approachable styles. One of the few brewing destinations in the Central District, with an established neighborhood following.
What to Know
- Full kitchen available
- Kids: No
- Central District neighborhood — convenient to Capitol Hill and the International District
- Located on S Jackson St
Stoup Brewing — Ballard
Why Visit
A Ballard anchor since 2013 and one of the most consistently excellent taprooms in the district. Stoup produces a wide range of styles — IPAs, lagers, stouts — and several have won regional and national awards. Their fresh hop beers in the fall are a seasonal highlight. Comfortable taproom, friendly staff, reliable quality year-round.
What to Know
- The fall fresh hop lineup (September–October) is a highlight
- No kitchen — frequent food trucks on-site
- Dog-friendly outdoor area
- Also has locations in Capitol Hill and Kenmore
- 21+ inside — all ages in outdoor areas
The Good Society Brewery
Why Visit
A welcoming West Seattle brewery on California Ave SW with a full kitchen and a focus on community. A good option for groups or families visiting West Seattle who want food alongside their beer. Also has a Queen Anne taproom location.
What to Know
- Full kitchen on-site
- Kids welcome — dogs in outdoor areas
- Located on California Ave SW in the North Admiral neighborhood
- Also has a Queen Anne taproom at 535 W McGraw St
Urban Family Brewing
Why Visit
The destination for sour beer fans in Seattle. Urban Family specializes in fruited sours, mixed fermentation, and seasonally sour beer slushies — a unique offering you won't find elsewhere in the city. Returned to Ballard in 2019 with a larger space that has good indoor and outdoor seating. Food trucks are frequent.
What to Know
- Sour beer specialist — the tap list leans heavily toward mixed-fermentation styles
- No kitchen — frequent food trucks outdoor
- Kids and dogs welcome
- Open seven days a week
Wheelie Pop Brewing
Why Visit
A motorcycle-themed brewery with a more eclectic tap list than most Ballard neighbors — West Coast IPAs alongside Italian Pilsners, German Marzens, and rotating specialties. Partners with Trail Bend for food and allows outside food and occasional food trucks, making it a flexible stop.
What to Know
- Food via Trail Bend partnership — outside food and occasional food trucks also allowed
- Kids welcome
- Motorcycle-themed decor throughout
Closed Seattle Breweries
These Seattle craft breweries have permanently closed. Kept here for reference — if you're searching for one by name, this is why you can't find it.
Closed 2026. A neighborhood taproom near the Roosevelt light rail station.
Closed. Also operated a Tapshack location on Alki Beach (2600 Marine Ave SW), which closed separately in 2022.
Taproom closed 2023. Shared the space with Seattle Cider Company. Wide regional distribution under the Two Beers and Seattle Cider brands continues.
Closed 2022. Named for Seattle's historic counterbalance streetcar. The domain has since been taken over by a Columbus, Ohio brewery of the same name.
Closed. A low-key neighborhood taproom near the heart of Fremont.
Closed. A small, 21+ dog-friendly taproom with limited hours. The domain was later taken over by an unrelated AI consulting company.
Closed 2026 after 35 years in Ballard — one of the city's oldest craft breweries, founded in 1990. The Jolly Roger Taproom was a full-service pub with cask and nitro options.
Closed 2026. Pike Brewing opened this Ballard outpost in 2022; the original Pike Brewing Company location at Pike Place Market remains open.
Closed November 2025 after the lease could not be extended. Owners were exploring a new location.
Closed mid-2025 after 8 years. Tilray Brands cited cost-cutting. One of the city's more interesting experimental taprooms — small-batch and rotating releases only.
Production brewery and taproom closed December 2024 amid a Teamsters union dispute. The Capitol Hill and Pioneer Square Elysian locations remain open.
Closed September 2024. Operated as a collaboration between Crucible Brewing and Soundbite Cider.
Closed January 2023 after six years. Old Stove Brewing moved into the Ballard Gardens space and now operates from that location.
Taproom closed March 2023; production wound down in 2025 as owners shifted focus to the Douglas Lager brand.
Closed November 2023. Specialized in sour and barrel-aged beers — a niche that became difficult to sustain through inflationary pressures.
Closed November 2022, citing the sustained toll of the pandemic, a slow recovery, and rising costs.
Closed April 2022 after nearly 39 years. One of Seattle's oldest craft breweries, founded in 1983. Owner Mike Hale retired.
Closed around 2022. Machine House Brewery moved into the space in spring 2023.
Closed March 2022 after 9 years. Owners relocated to Arizona. Bickersons Brewery now occupies the space.
The Alki taproom closed September 2022 when the lease ended and the site was redeveloped. The main West Seattle Brewing at 4415 Fauntleroy Way remains open.
Closed; exact year not confirmed.
