Western Flyer is a great new addition to the area. The space is nice. The interior is modern without being overdone and there is ample outdoor seating. The lagers are good and go down easily. The staff is friendly and even the owners, Lafayette locals, are okay. Overall Western Flyer is a good, easy spot to hang out with people of all ages and have a beer. Will go back. read more

Good vibe. Excellent beer with lots of options. Good food, too. Waiting in line for beer is a no go for me. Give me a QR code and rush my beer to my table! read more

My family loves this new spot! Western Flyer is a great new brewery with a comfortable, airy vibe and first class beer! Pairs great with the tacos and dips on the patio. Solid wine list for those looking for something other than the beers brewed on-site. The kids love it and this will be a staple in the rotation. Highly recommended for anyone looking for high quality brews in a lovely setting. read more

Came here on a Friday night and it was packed, so seating was pretty limited. The space itself is beautiful though! Great atmosphere and a solid selection of beers, wines, and food options. I usually go for sour beers and was hoping to see at least one on the menu, but unfortunately they didn't have any during my visit. Still worth checking out for the vibe and variety! read more

Western Flyer Brewing - Rice lager & hazy - Brewpubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

The beer was good the guacamole was delicious however the sitting areas are not well designed. Only a few places to sit inside and then you have to grab a folding chair. I wish they had more fire pits outside as it was a little chilly and not a lot of places to sit and stay warm. I'm hoping as they get settled they get the set up a little better as it's a cool spot and has good beers. read more

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I must update to a 5 now that their wine and food offerings have expanded. This place really has it all now, along with the friendliest service and a can't-be-beat ambiance. I anticipate a lot of visits in good weather. read more

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Cool Vibe here at New Brewery!! Light bites and ample patio for an afternoon suds and bites. Average noise and plenty of beers to choose from. I had a Stout and it was delicious. Just opened and I'm looking forward to try more Beers and possibly food. Closed Monday and Tuesdays but open Weds-Sunday 2-9pm. Also has a self serve water station. Credit card and tap only, no cash accepted except gratuity. read more

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Lafayette's newest brewery has officially opened its doors, and it delivers on the anticipation. It's a standout addition to the local scene and a strong signal that the Lamorinda brewpub community continues to evolve in all the right ways. The space feels fresh and thoughtfully designed--clean, modern, and welcoming. What i really enjoyed was the depth and creativity of the beer list. It goes well beyond the usual lineup, with several distinctive options that you don't often see elsewhere. Topping it off, the brewery is family-owned by Lafayette locals, giving it an authentic, community-first feel that makes you want to come back and support it again. Welcome Western Flyer! read more

Western Flyer Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

Great service, incredible beer, and awesome location. The manager (Kristen) was very welcoming.

Fantastic!! Finally Open! Great beer selection and excellent wine selection as well. Yet to try what appear to be wonderful snacks. This place is selling a variety of West Coast IPA's and Mexican German and American lagers and pilsners. Have not yet tried the birria or Tinga tacos, guacamole or chips. The beer and wine is great. I sampled a German pilsner which was crisp and clean and the imperial Stout which is luscious, rich with flavor, bitterness and alcohol. Although not advertised as a bourbon, barrel-aged drink but reminded me of such beverages. Friendly staff. Comfortable seating, lively spacious and feel good music. Nice indoor outdoor experience with large openings. Plenty of accessible entrances, ramps. Super friendly staff serving and cleaning. Can't wait to come here again for a sit-down meal and enjoy! read more

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We've been loving Western Flyer and are so glad it's finally opened, it's quickly become one of our go-to spots in Lafayette. The tacos are consistently delicious (fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot every time), and the chips + guac are a must-order... perfectly crisp chips and super fresh, well-balanced guacamole. It's also such an easy place to bring the whole family. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, and there's truly something for everyone, whether you're there with kids or meeting friends. And the drinks...so good. The beer is on point and super refreshing, especially on a warm day. And they have other options for non beer drinkers. Overall, just a great neighborhood spot that nails both the food and the atmosphere. We'll definitely keep coming back! read more

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Walked in at last call carrying a bag of groceries and these kind folks satiated my thirst with the fine Devo Series 2 and a comfy seat to rest my weary bones. read more

Western Flyer Brewing - Devo IPA #2 - Brewpubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

Very cool new brewery at the south end of downtown Lafayette. Not a ton of parking nearby (some street/metered in the area), but a decent amount of indoor & outdoor seating once you get there. It was pretty packed on a Friday evening but the line went pretty quick to order. Definitely seemed kid & dog (outside) friendly. If you ask they'll do a 'flight' of 4 slightly-less-than-half pours for the price of 2 beers, which was cool since i could try 4 of their 17(!!) beers on tap. The rice lager, Czech pilsner, experimental hazy IPA, and experimental regular IPA were all quite tasty and made very classically in their respective styles. I wish there was slightly more description about each beer (especially the many experimental ones) on the menu. Next time I'm there and it's less crowded I might ask to have a sip/taste of a couple of them. read more

Great look, great vibe, great service. We only had the chips and salsa with guac which were delicious by the way. It was bright and open and airy. Decor was simple and "clean". Just a super awesome vibe. Analogy incoming... Imagine going to the beach with kids and pets and sand everywhere yet you get into your car all clean and not a grain of sand to be found. #allin read more

Western Flyer Brewing - Perfect afternoon with a delish Czech pils. - Brewpubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

Came here looking forward to trying the brewery, but the customer service really turned us off. The woman helping us yesterday, I believe her name was Kristin or Christina... was rude. We felt we were inconveniencing her just by asking questions and ordering. read more

Expensive food menu and small portions. $14 for 1.5 ice cream scoops of guac. $16 for two small quesabirria tacos. The food also is not super tasty. Giving 3 stars because it has potential and this place is still pretty new. The beer and wine selection is good and the space is very nice, but they desperately need TVs and better or cheaper food. Service is great though. read more

Awesome, one-of-a-kind place. It's open, airy, inviting and full of light. Plus the beer is outstanding. I biked there along the lovely trail behind it. Met some friends and ordered beer and tacos. The food was great. They had low-ABV beer options, IPAs and a really good stout. The best part about it is they give you a really close look into the brewing itself. Front row seat. Locally owned and designed for everything from casual work meetups to chilling with the family or meeting up with friends, Western Flyer is set to become a downtown Lafayette go-to spot for me. read more

Went on a Saturday at lunch time. Food was good as was the service and the ambiance. It's a bit noisy inside but the space is nice. A little pricey, though! We'll try it again. read more

Outside speakers were far too loud to have a relaxing drink with friends. No need for outside music. Also busy traffic street.

Amazing spot. Beer is out of this world. Foam is flavor is my new mantra. Atmosphere is bright and vibrant. Perfect addition to Lafayette!!!

Wow, what an amazing find this place is! The building/architecture is simply beautiful as is the interior decor and furnishing, there is both inside and outdoor seating . Best of all, there are 17 different beers on tap, all brewed on the premises. There is also a wine menu (13 wines; white, red and sparkling), by the glass. So far I have tried 7 of the IPAs and 3 of the lagers/pilsners (over several visits that is!), all are outstanding, as good as it gets IMHO. Staff are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. As brewpubs go, this place is as good as it gets. As an added bonus, there is a kitchen that serves outstanding Mexican cuisine. The menu is currently being developed. So far I have tried 3 of the tacos and an amazing Mexican salad. Make a beeline for this place, you will not be disappointed. The man behind this incredible enterprise is Logan Jager. Logan is very friendly and a joy to discuss beer with, he undoubtably knows what he is doing. You may have noticed all my reviews to date on Yelp have been 5 star, this is deliberate. Life is too short to focus on that which does not make us happy. This is why I restrict my reviews to those things/places/services that make me happy and appreciate life. Sure, I have been to some really dreadful shops, hotels and restaurants etc., but, like I said, life is too short to spend time thinking and writing about them. read more

Absolutely gorgeous space with incredible beers that run the gamut. It's clear that every detail was attended to, and the staff is both well trained and passionate about their offering. Wishing this wonderful crew the best of luck - Lafayette is lucky to have Western Flyer!!! read more

For the past 25 years I've been to breweries up and down this entire state and when I visited Western Flyer Brewing on its official opening night it became abundantly clear to me that this brewery is in a league of its own. Sure, like other popular breweries it has great tasting beer, is family friendly and dog friendly and has good food and good friendly service. However, what sets it apart is the extraordinary architecture with wonderful natural light from windows that stretch from the floor to its 20 foot tall ceilings! There are walls of windows that open up accordion style allowing the inside vibe to be continuous with the outside vibe. There are cool secluded spots for couples or small groups to gather that gives them a sense of privacy, some of them appointed with beautiful propane fire pits. There is a long rectangular seating area next to a 3 foot tall glass wall that lets you feel a greater interaction with all the shining stainless steel brewery equipment. Western Flyer Brewing will most assuredly be a destination for people throughout the greater Bay Area. Oh, did I mention they have a selection of good wine as well?! read more

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Tasty food and a terrific beer selection. The pineapple salsa should be bottled and sold!

This place is awesome! The beer is really good. . .like some of the best I have had. The environment is clean, family friendly, easily accessible and fun for friends hangouts. read more

The Pilsner was good but the food was lousy. Ordered the 3 taco sampler, each taco purportedly a different meat but they all tasted the same. The inside acoustics and bench seating are awful. And the QR code system is a modern inconvenience. I won't be back read more

If you want to go to a beer pub where there are more kids than adults then this is the place for you. Where the parents are too busy on their phones to pay attention to their kids running up and down the aisle or otherwise acting out to get their attention. It's just like home! read more

A great addition to the Lafayette scene. Delicious beer, outdoor seating & vibes are 10/10. Easy parking out front or in the building garage. Perfect way to treat myself after braving Trader Joe's. read more

Western Flyer is Lafayette's newest gem! After watching the Western Flyer slowly come to life, I'm thrilled to say it was worth every minute of anticipation. You cannot rush greatness. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the staff is friendly, and the food is fantastic. You can tell how serious the brew making is by the showcased vessels, a sight to be seen! Outstanding brews! What Californian doesn't love homemade tacos, chips, and guacamole? They absolutely nailed it. It's also family-owned, which shows in the heart and vision behind everything. You can feel that this is a place meant for families and friends to gather, relax, and enjoy good beverages and food together. Lafayette needed a spot like this, and it's already at the top of my local favorites list. Highly recommend! read more

Exciting place, you're really at THE brewery. Unique high ceiling design, spacious patio a plus. Beers are great ditto casual food bites. Very comfortable environment. read more

Overall really like Western Flyer. Fun atmosphere, friendly staff, and very cool vibe. My one disappointment is the food is a bit lacking. The chips and guac are tasty but the other menu items my friends and I tried were average at best-(birria and chicken tacos). That was on my first visit and though I have been back several times, I'm not going there to eat. That said, the beers are good and it's a cool place to meet up with some friends. We have been told that menu will be expanded so I'm hopeful the food will match. read more

This place has a great atmosphere and location is spot on. The price of for a pint it $10 which is a bit high. Been there three times and every pour I get has at least 1 1/2 of head. There are no TV's to be seen and word is they will never have TV's to watch games on. Still working out the kinks but not going back for quite a bit. read more

Beautiful space, great lagers, and do not miss the quesabirria! Chef Paulie making it happen! Can't wait to come again on a sunny day and enjoy the patio. read more

Western Flyer Brewing is an awesome spot. The space is really nice and has a super relaxed vibe that makes you want to hang out for a while. The beer is solid across the board, easy to drink and something for everyone, definitely one of my new go-to places. read more

Amazing experience with great beers! So happy this spot opened up and looking forward to coming back with friends!