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    Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse

    3.7 (69 reviews)
    ModerateBeer Bar
    Open • 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    Ashok S.

    After grabbing lunch, we figured a trip to Bainbridge Brewing is in order. The brewery is on Winslow close to the Ferry terminal. Of their 16+ selections of brews, we decided to do the sampler with the #3 Arrow Point Amber, #5 Shore Power Hazy Pale, #13 Barrel Aged Imperial Stout and the #16 Viognier Blonde Sour. The #5 was the best followed by #3. The Stout and the Sour was true to flavor but unfortunately not for us. The service was fantastic and the staff was very knowledgeable. Lots of seating with sports.

    Live music!!
    Will L.

    I've been frequenting Bainbridge Brewing for a couple of years now, a nice pub where you'll run into many a local. The brewery is right downtown, really close to the ferry terminal. I love their Eagle Harbor IPA, a West Coast IPA that is quite tasty (but not overwhelmingly hoppy). I'm also a fan of their Kömmuter Kölsch, which is refreshing, especially on summer days. They have a large selection of their own brews, as well as those from elsewhere in the region. To encourage folks who use the ferry to stop by, they have a ferry clock above the bar, which tells you just how long until the next ferry departs (and how far along the one that just departed is.) It let's you know just how quickly you need to drink that last brew before you have to skedaddle! Staff is friendly and accommodating. Despite the smallish space, they have a lot of places to sit, with some long tables in the middle where folks tend to sit together and mingle. Note: It's difficult to know when they close. Usually it's around 9, but it can be a lot earlier if it's slow, or later if it's busy. (I've missed them once because I assumed 9, only to show up around 8:45 and find them closed.)

    Tin of Smoked Oysters  Smoked Salmon Spread
    Denis B.

    Excellent service, the snacks were a perfect match for all the types of beer that were recommended to us. Thank you, guys!

    Me with beer!
    Jack L.

    Was going through an afternoon in Bainbridge and needed to kill some time before dinner, so I decided to stop by for a beer at Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse which was a positive experience! Although they did not have a kitchen or any real food to pair with the beer, they had an extensive beer list ranging from light beers to more bold stouts while even having some non alcoholic kombuchas as well. I went with the winter ale and thought it was great! The ambiance is extremely welcoming with tons of seating as well as cards/board games that people are able to play while they have their drinks and enjoy light snacks. For me, the service was extremely relaxed and down to earth which was nice as I never felt rushed out to go to my next place or to be moved for another party of people heading in. Overall, great experience and would recommend to anyone around the island looking to grab a beer!

    Patio pounder
    Bobb S.

    When exploring Bainbridge Island, this is a great spot to grab a beer-even better on the patio in nicer weather. When we stopped in, it was a warm day and the Kolsch definitely hit the spot.

    Stephanie S.

    Nice brewery! It's located downtown. They have a good selection of beers and ciders. I had the blonde which was light and crisp. We shared the smoked salmon and Gouda which was a perfect snack. I'd stop by again sometime!

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    Dominic G.

    Whenever I go to a brewery, my first instinct is to order a beer flight. I tried out a flight of four flavors: Yorkshire Nitro Pale Ale, Kommuter Kolsch, Cider- Channel Marker (Spiced Blackberry), and Cider- Dragon's Head (Wild Fermented). I'm not the biggest expert on beers, but I'll talk about my winner out of these four selections: the Cider- Channel Marker (Spice Blackberry). This beer had an appropriate amount of bitterness, and I felt like every sip was like eating a freshly-picked blackberry. I also noticed that this beer was on the fizzier side, which I always enjoy in my beverage. Don't be shy to ask the bartender for recommendations. I found him super helpful because I don't have the most experienced palate for beer tasting. The atmosphere of the alehouse is cozy.

    Beer board 8/28/2023
    Rob M.

    Stopped here on our way back to the ferry. The bartender was a great guy who gave us a lot of good insight. Wish they had their Barleywine on tap at this location, because we didn't have time to hike up to their taproom. Anyway their Battle Point Stout and Nitro Cream Ale were solid beers. They also had some guest beers available in addition to their own creations. I recommend this as a stop if you take the ferry across to the island. Very cool seating area and lots of neat swag available.

    Flight of beers
    Peyton K.

    Quick beer-tenders, tasty beer, and live music... what more could you want? I tried several beers and they are all clean which is rare imo. They do a great job here. I will definitely return next time I'm in the area. I came back for another before turning in for the night! They also have a small selection of snacks in case you're hungry.

    Clear Water Reserve IPA... Friday Cheers!
    Kevin F.

    Very conveniently located, even walking distance from the ferry, great stop on your way into downtown, next to the art museum. Friday late afternoon/evening's they have live music to enjoy with their good selection of brews, wines, and ciders, great seating inside and out , outside you can even hear a few more bands playing at the museum or toward downtown. I had already tried a few of their tasty brews, during previous visits to the area, as they are available in cans locally , so this time , actually at the brewery I tried the Clear Water Reserve IPA... so good! Just a great balanced IPA, hoppy but not overly, very refreshing and crisp... worth getting a crowler to enjoy at home. Service was very friendly, helpful, and quick on the pours. Definitely recommend stopping by for a cool one while enjoying the fun downtown of Brainbridge. So catch that ferry outta Seattle and enjoy the cool ride over, stop in, enjoy a few beers and take an adventure through Brainbridge downtown, you will not regret it! Cheers!

    Kommuter kolsch
    Kyle W.

    Went here for a quick drink before the ferry back to Seattle. Unlike other reviews, I did not have a bad experience at all, though I only got one drink as there was only 30 min before the next ferry, and we brought a car. I asked the bartender for recommendations and got the Kommuter Kolsch, which is quite crisp and refreshing. At $7.50 for a pint, it was not too bad. It was one of the easier beers to drink. I also liked the aesthetic of this place - some cabin-like vibes. There are a lot of wine and breweries around - you likely won't go wrong with any of them, based on the busy-ness of each one, so take your pick and I would like to know which one is the most favorite!

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    Great neighborhood brewpub. At least I. The off-season. Food was great, but we just ordered some apps. Service was excellent.

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    Great spot. Jeff at the bar was engaging. Wine was lovely. IPA was inoffensive and refreshing. Music created a charming ambiance.

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    Good beer, nice location, and pleasant outdoor seating. Also enjoyed the cheese plate - reasonably priced.

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    Very unfriendly place. Beers were good but the front of the house needs a lesson in customer service. Attitude is everything. Good or bad.

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    Staff was super rude. They were impatient with our group and were not professional at all. Would recommend to check out somewhere else

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    “This space is the first thing as you come into town off the ferry so it's a perfect spot as you come into town.”

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