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    Wailuku Brew Works

    4.8 (36 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Eric B.

    Awesome microbrewery not too far from Hilo. Parking looks like it can be right at times but when I visited there were some spaces available. The beer is as creative as it is delicious. The owners are great company and it was awesome hearing about how they started up the brewery.

    Rib lunch with rice and corn muffin. Just the right amount.
    Jenn M.

    Cool brewery in a warehouse space in a more industrial neighborhood. They had really good ribs for lunch so we were very happy. Not a beer drinker but their house made ginger soda was terrific.

    Inside.
    Eli C.

    Stopped down here after hiking in Volcano National Park. The staff are very friendly and attentive. If you're not sure what you want to do- just ask for their suggestions. They do over limited food. We got the truffle Mac and cheese that was from a crockpot. Flavor was good, but I tend to like my pasta al dente. They also had a really nice stack mix they offered for free. The beer list had something for everyone. Very good beer. I could see myself spending hours here if I was a local. They do have some tvs for sports and Bob Ross (personal favorite). The inside is smaller, but not crowded. There is a Little Caesar's Pizza that many people got take out from and brought it. Bathrooms were very nice and clean. Only thing that could make it better is some outdoor seating. Worth a stop!

    IPA and a truly magical complimentary snack mix
    Melissa B.

    I bookmarked this brewery as a place to stop in on my way home from Hilo someday, so glad I did! This is probably the best pint of my life. Most welcoming bartender, authentic, personable patrons, fabulous beer, and the world's greatest complimentary snack mix. Cheetos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Goldfish, Cheezits, peanuts, rice crackers, sesame sticks, and about 10 other items to make a magical bowl of every flavor known to man. Clean bathrooms, ice cold water as she pours your beer, and gorgeous photography on the walls. I'm thinking I have to go back several times, it's either absolute bliss, or it's going to take me awhile to find some faults (doubt it, total joke/excuse). Highly recommend! My only regret is I should have stopped in earlier.

    Bar area featuring a Nutty professor and a margarita.

    I was recently on vacation and just stopped by on the way back to my hotel and thankfully I did! Such a cute bar with friendly and helpful staff! The ambiance and service was great and so were the drinks. The nutty professor was so amazing. Truly a great rich, creamy and dark beer! Wish this place was in Arizona! So great that I went twice even though I was staying on the opposite side of the island.

    a view of a clothing rack
    Alexander G.

    Wailuku Brew Works is Hawaii's newest brewery, both for the Big Island and the state. The owners have been brewing for almost twenty years and put everything into their labor of love. Located outside of Hilo in Keaau on the highway toward areas of homes, they cater to commuters looking to grab some to go cans or wait out the heavy traffic with a pint. The brewery is in an unassuming commercial building, with the interior bright and welcoming for you to sit and stay a while. The main bar area has multiple taps, which will eventually all have different beers brewed on site. They have small tables for pairs or groups, with restrooms to the left past the merchandise area. As of this writing and opening, they have half a dozen beers to try of various styles, all deliciously well made. Flights, pints, and to go cans are available. Menus above the bar describe the beers or ask a bartender for recommendations. Behind the bar is the brewery area, which is also larger than it looked from the outside. It also gives them room for expansion, both in seating area and brewery production space. Food is available for purchase at the lunch counter next store, new location of Little Caesars Pizza across the street, or other nearby restaurants. If you're a brewery tourist or fan of beer, this is definitely worth your time to find and enjoy.

    Kawika P.

    Definitely worth checking out. Great beers, friendly service. Tried 2 different flights, all different beers. Also had some bbq, very good.

    Flight (5oz. Each)
    Kanoe L.

    Top notch service and high quality varieties of beer in the most unassuming place. Go here if you love beer. Nuff said! Tip: it's on the corner of the first street on the left, just off the highway. Very easy to pass. If you've gone past the little Caesar's, ya gone too far.

    Enjoying time with friends!
    Alisha S.

    The beer is exceptionally unique, and the ambiance and service is even better! Attention to detail and knowledge of what makes beer good has not been missed.

    Wonderful flight of tasty brews
    Rachel R.

    Cute little tap room, very clean, friendly staff, and yummy beers. Hopefully we can come back again and get more variety of beers to go.

    Missy W.

    Tucked away in an industrial area between Keaau and Hilo, you'll find Wailuku Brew Works. Non-deacripy from the outside, don't judge a business by its cover! The inside is super cute, clean, and friendly. Enjoyed meeting one of the owners and chatting with her and the male employee she appeared to be training. The service was great. Beers and mead were tasty (I don't drink, but my friend sampled). The only fault is that the tasters are very expensive compared to other tastings I've done throughout the US and Mexico. 44$ including tip for 6 beer tasters plus 1 mead tasting is rather expensive, even for Hawaii.i would still recommend going and supporting this new, local business.

    Left to Right: Octoberfest, Rosie's, Ito IPA, Baywater Brown

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    Delicious beers and the staff were great. I would definitely recommend their limited production beers, super Delicious

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    Great variety of beers and food. Very good service. The facility is cosy. Oh and now they have a private party room upstairs.

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    Good Chioce of Beers. Met some very nice Locals.. Definitely I would recommend to Visit..

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    GREAT find on the Big Island. Killer meads, sours, and traditional selections. Best brewery on the island.

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    There's no other brewery that I know of in Hilo that has Sour beers so I was very excited to try and they did not disappoint.

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    Ahi tar tar - 8.5/10 avocado overpowered the fish a little but the rice, teriyaki sauce avocado work really well together.
    Ahi tar tar - 8.5/10 avocado overpowered the fish a little but the rice, teriyaki sauce avocado work really well together.
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