Only open for about five weeks, this is a great tasting room with a huge selection of beers, available in pints or tasting flights (choice of four or six tastes). When we visited, they had around 30 beers on tap, along with a local wine, a few ciders, root beer, and kombucha. Although they don't serve food, they offer peanuts and pretzels to snack on, and the pizza place down the street will deliver pizza or appetizers (bread sticks, potatoes, chicken wings) with a $20 min. order. A very cool atmosphere with high ceilings and weathered corrugated metal paneling and garage/car-themed decor. There are a few picnic tables for larger groups and a few cocktail tables for seating, along with outdoor seating out back. We visited with a large group for an after-work function and they were extremely accommodating, offering tastes of different beers so people could find what they liked. This is a great spot to try a number of different beers (both local and out of state), and it'll surely become a local favorite. Check out their website to see what's on tap: http://www.thegrowlergaragealbany.com/whats-on-tap/. read more

My favorite bar in Albany. Plenty of beers and a good setting. Sat out back once during the day and it was very pleasant. Only reason I don't give it 5 stars is I did not eat any of the menu. I would love to have this place in my hometown. Oh yea almost forgot......bathrooms are super clean. read more

Cudos to Yelp. Anthony and I wanted a cold one. Found this place on Yelp. 4.5 stars, looks good. 50 different brews. The barkeep was delighful! She kept serving up samples until we found the perfect brewsky. (No, we only had 2 or 3 samples, not 15 like you are thinking...). Had a brat and a beer. It was splendid! Good prices, too. Go there. read more

I absolutely LOVE Growler Garage, it's just about my favorite place to grab a beer and mingle with friends. The staff is always incredibly friendly, their selection of beers on tap beats out most of the competition in town, and the homemade beer cheese is AMAZING. It's even better in the summer months when their back patio is open. You can't beat all this place has to offer! read more

Updated review: more food selections have been added, still a great variety of beers, ciders, wines, and kombucha on tap. Dog friendly patio, good vibes all around. Trivia on Wednesdays, special events with various breweries, this place is doing very well by the looks of it! It's become a favorite study place for finals. read more

The Garage - Some fruity beers on the patio - Breweries Near Me - Albany, Oregon

Beer selection is great, service is sub par, Beer prices are ridiculously high. $6 a pint for beer you can get at other growler places in town for $3.50-$4 a pint. If you have money to burn, this is your place. If you want the same thing for almost 50% less go to 4 Seasons by the mall or Java Connection in South Albany! read more

Stop here after eating some great Thai food a few blocks away and very impressed. Being from Vancouver, WA and having access to the Portland market of brewpubs I found Growler to be above par. Staff behind the counter was great, knew their beer, and could carry a convo outside of just beer. Everyone was laid back and atmosphere was very relaxed. NBA Finals was on and there was good natured bantering going on between Cav and GS fans, it was fun times. They also have some pretty cool swag for sale. Highly suggest this place...more beers to sample than I have seen in one place in a LOOOONG time. You WILL find something that suits your palate here, I guarantee it. read more

Great place for beer tasting. The staff is also super friendly and helpful. There is also cider and wines in case you have someone in your party that (what?!) doesn't like beer. Pints are really reasonable and you can get growlers to go. Ask about "takovers" when you are there. read more

Huge selection of beers on tap. It's a great place to chill and have a beer or two. I recommend it!

We stumbled upon this place searching for a quick snack and a beverage...and will definitely be back! Pretty classy joint-lots of room if you want to bring friends, back patio with hops growing and plenty of space to relax, and let's not forget the important part...the beverages...50+ taps!! A great selection of ciders and kombucha as well. Friendly staff-nicely done!! Cheers! read more

Great place! So many beers on tap and of all different varieties. Even some wine! If you're around Albany I recommend checking it out! I look forward to going next time we're down that way. Fun atmosphere! read more

So. . . I spend a lot of time here. The staff is really friendly and fun and the owner has really dialed this place in!!!! The variety of taps is the best part. Always something new to try. I will definitely keep coming back. Oh! And you HAVE TO TRY THE REUBEN! read more

This is a slam dunk for Albany! They have a fabulous selection. Last time we arrived a little early and they opened up and served us! Mac and cheese is fabulous and so is the brat! Great place to watch the game and drink a cold one. Owner and his staff are welcoming and friendly. Always clean and prompt service! read more

For a wide variety of ales, this would have to rank 5 stars. Plenty of options, taster trays, and good tastes. But food is not yet there. 5 or 6 options. Nachos reminded me of middle school: chips and liquid cheese sauce in a little paper tray. "Sides" were 50cents extra each and choices were sour cream, salsa, olives & jalapeños. I enjoyed the option of sitting on the patio, but they haven't had time to add much more than a row of hops along the wall. Think I'll wait awhile unless I just want a growler to go. read more

Great beer, great service, great food. We had the IPA beers and the pork quesadilla and all was great! Highly recommend this place.

44 taps! And now serving food, good food I might add. Great addition to downtown Albany. They even have some out door seating.

Had the tri tip sandwich for lunch today, it was really good. The horse riders spread was perfect. Glad they are taking part in the ADA restaurant week! read more

Such a cool little spot!! The beers are delicious and you can try any of them! The girls that works there were very nice !! the outdoor patio was very charming. And we happened to walk in on a Wednesday when they were doing trivia night from 6 PM to 8 PM how cool!!! I definitely will go back read more

Great selection of Cider, great food - the pork slides and RIBS are to die for! Very glad they added food and we don't have to bring food in...even though you still can bring in First street burgers or pizza. I don't drink much beer (wheat allergy) so its nice that they always have 5 or so local ciders. read more

Great beer selection - knowledgable staff - the ladies working the taps were great 2/20/16 - being a restauranteur service is everything, these gals were great. read more

There is a large variety of options here! There were over 40 beers on tap and included cider. I had the pineapple cider, and it was alarmingly yellow (like Mt. Dew). It was super strong, but very good. The biggest downfall is the lack of food options, and the early closing time (9pm on week nights including St. Patricks Day). There were very few options for food (less than 10). My guest wanted to order the Mac and Cheese with Bacon. He was told that they were out of Mac and Cheese. My other guest ordered the Mac and Chili, and it came with half Mac and Cheese. I am not sure if that was the last of what they had, or if they misspoke when they told my other guest that they were out of Mac and Cheese. The staff was very friendly and informative. The place was clean, and the glasses were very clean as well. There were TV screens for sports viewing. It was pretty crowded when we went on a Friday night. Overall, a very nice place, but it could use some improvements. We would have stayed longer if there was more food and it was open longer. read more

If you are a serious beer drinker then you must come and check this place out!! So many beers on tap. Plus they keep plenty of ciders and different types of drinks for all people. No hard alcohol but that not needed when you have a different brew very every taste. Kid friendly as well, with root beer for them. Great feel and awesome outdoor seating. read more

From the moment we stepped up to the counter this place was amazing! The owner was working the front which made for a very personable environment, and when I told him I was a transfer student to Oregon State, he was very welcoming and said to bring friends and family! And there are ciders to choose from for people like me who aren't beer connoisseurs. Will come back again! read more

Growler Garage has a great assortment of beers on tap and Tracy, the owner, does a great job of keeping the variety rotating. Not everyone enjoys all types of beers, so this place gives you the ability to sample a few and find something you really enjoy. The food is tasty and the staff is friendly. Definitely a great place to stop by if you're in the area and needing some adult refreshments! Highly recommend... read more

Great place to try a wide range of local craft beers with great service. Complimentary pretzels with a smile were nice since I did not want to order anything big, but the menu looked good. It would be great if they added the warm pretzels as a side or appetizer. read more

Love this place. Tons of options in beer, wine, & even kombucha. They'll give you tastes of anything & everything before you commit to a drink. You can sit and chat with friends or watch a game without feeling pressure to order more or leave. We go often for a low key evening out. read more

With 54 total taps this place is hard to leave. The staff and ownership run this place like a taphouse should be run. The ambiance is relaxing and clean, when I think of Albany I think.... "I want a beer or two from growler garage." Thank you guys! read more

Great place! My husband liked their beer suggestion. He had Mac n cheese. I had chicken tacos. Both were really good. Friendly helpful service. Ate on the patio. Just right. We'll be back. read more

Wow bratwurst with heated sauerkraut! Bam! Hubby sez the mac and cheese was good. Power cow dark was delicious and full bodied. Wish the u of o game was on the main screen rather than the Michigan state game. I mean keep the home team in center stage. Friendly and clean. We'll be back. read more

Great new beer place. I recommend to check it out. The area needs a good place like this and I plan to keep dropping by occasionally. Tough area but hope they can make it. read more