10 Best Breweries in Bellevue

"As the name would suggest, this Queen Anne brewery’s space is made for outdoor imbibing. The rooftop patio is outfitted with picnic tables, ideal for a few rounds with friends over board games (dogs and kids are allowed, too). There’s usually a food truck in the parking lot, and heaters and a basket of heavy blankets if the evening turns brisk (online takeout options can be found here)."

"Second only to their beer, the impressive rooftop beer garden is a highlight of this microbrewery, hence their name!. Along with ten beers on tap, Rooftop Brewing has cider on tap and free popcorn. Their Makeda Coffee Porter is nearly iconic with its smoky notes and chocolate malt flavor, so it definitely a must-try."

"If you’re looking for a chill place to day drink, you’re in good hands at Rooftop Brewing. Which if you didn’t read the context clues is a brewery located on a roof. Take in the view of the Queen Anne warehouse-looking buildings and the tiny sliver of Lake Union."

"Located in a garage that backs up to a railbed, this pristinely white/comfortably modern brewery & taproom is one of the city’s most beloved brewers, despite doing things a bit differently than most of their Northwest counterparts. They have a special focus on yeast-driven beers including saisons and farmhouse ales, and most of their brews undergo secondary fermentation, which means they’re aged until the brewers think they're ready, so you’ll just have to show up and take what you can get. Happily, of course.How to order: The taproom is temporarily closed, but you can order online for drive-thru pick-up."

"If you’re looking for something new, seasonal, and fresh, Holy Mountain will never give you the old staples. With an ever-changing menu that never offers year-round beers, this company serves some of the most interesting and innovative brews for adventurous beer lovers. While it certainly has made some IPA’s in the past, this brewery is known for its Belgian beers, sours, saisons and basically anything aged in an oak barrel."

"When two longtime friends opened Holy Mountain in Seattle’s Interbay Neighborhood in 2015, beer geeks immediately took notice. Its discreet location near the train tracks is simply a front. Some of the best beers being brewed in Seattle—foudre-aged saisons, bourbon barrel-aged imperial stouts—lay within the sleek, dark warehouse."

"Rueben’s Brews is outfitted with 25 taps and walls draped with awards. The welcoming Ballard taproom offers an outdoor patio for enjoying weekend food trucks, as well as root beer, ginger beer, juice, and sparkling water for children, expecting mothers, and those that just want to take it easy. Learn MoreSee on Map"

"Reuben’s Brews has a covered wood patio that almost makes it blend in with its residential neighbors, making it a popular local spot. And it opens early (11 a.m.), so you'll see remote workers on their laptops with a beer. Seasonal IPAs tend to be favorites, like the summer IPA with orange and grapefruit notes."

"One of the largest producers of craft beers and barrel aged beers in Seattle, Fremont Brewing is a popular brewery that brews small-batch artisan beers. All of their ingredients are sourced locally- hops from the Yakima Valley, water form the Cedar River in the Cascade Mountains. Their focus on sustainability and buying organic and local is what sets them apart."

"Fremont Brewing Company is easily findable, thanks to the crowded bike racks and sprawling beer garden filled with picnic tables and plants. Grab a table near the entrance and you’ll likely have waterfront views, or venture into the industrial interior where a fireplace and communal tables make it easy to make new friends."

"Head out to Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden for some tasty brewskies. The tasting room is open every day from 12 to 9 pm and features lovely benches underneath tents. Location: 1050 N 34th Street, SeattlePhone: 206-420-2407Instagram"

"Cloudburst is helmed by a former Elysian brewer who cares way more about beer than anything else (like comfortable chairs), but it's totally cool, since the result is a collection of impressively inventive small-batch beers often inspired by seasonal ingredients sourced from Pike Place Market down the street from their original location. Current highlights include a big and bold dark beer ironically called "Muh Freedoms," and their first Fresh Hop style of the year. How to order: Both locations are open for pick-up, but the beer garden at the new Shilshole location is open for your outdoor drinking pleasure as well."

"The charm of this tiny windowless space, tucked in an old brick building a few blocks north of Pike Place Market, is the pioneering craft beer and the characters who cheers with it. Just try the Market Fresh 14, made with hibiscus and passionfruit, or The Midnight Coterie of Sinister Intruders, a nitro double chocolate stout, and you’ll see why."

"Ghostfish serves up top-notch beer that just so happens to be completely gluten-free, even die-hard beer fans can’t taste the difference. Washington’s first and only gluten-free craft brewery ditches the barley and instead crafts their small-batch beers using grains like buckwheat, brown rice, and millet . On offer they have five flagship beers and a handful of seasonal and limited-release beers."

"Kicking butt and taking awards with their “unusual grains” and “legendary taste,” Ghostfish is paradise for the gluten-free among us. If gluten-free beer is not enough, their gastropub menu is also gluten-free and complements any of beers on tap. Learn MoreSee on Map"

"Seattle's perfect summer beer destination WSB started just three years ago, and almost immediately opened a second location -- the Tapshack -- in the shingled beachside space that used to be Slices. It only has a half-dozen or so seats inside, but boasts a sprawling patio overlooking the Sound outside, featuring a deck and even its own "beach" with a row of red lounge chairs. Oh, and the best part?"

"WSB started a few years ago, and almost immediately opened a second location -- the Tapshack -- in the shingled beachside space that used to be Slices pizza. It only has a half-dozen or so seats inside, but boasts a sprawling patio overlooking the Sound outside, featuring a deck and even its own "beach" with a row of red lounge chairs. Oh, and the best part?"

"Outdoorsy beers in a South Seattle industrial park Opened after an argument settled over guess how many beers (hint: name of brewery), this SoDo brewer makes a selection of year-round beers and close to a dozen other seasonals on shelves/in bars throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Vancouver, BC, and Michigan (sure ok cool), as well as from its rough-hewn taproom, The Woods. A room presumably named after a place you probably go wandering around after one..."

"Opened after an argument settled over guess how many beers, this SoDo beer-slinger... um, slings a selection of year-round brews and close to a dozen other seasonals on shelves/in bars throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Vancouver, BC, and Michigan, as well as from its rough-hewn taproom, The Woods.How to order: They currently offer free delivery in Seattle every Thursday."

"A small local brewery, The Good Society Brewery & Public House is a service-driven gastropub in Seattle. With every pint sold, they donate a portion to a local cause. Try their Hausbier Kölsch, Love Is Love Lager, The Night Nurse IPA and Wit & Wisdom Wheat Beer along with Pretzels and Pizzas."

"At the northeastern edge of Point Defiance Park resides the popular Owen Beach with its majestic views of Vashon Island, Mount Rainier and ferry boats. A perfect picnic spot worthy of a day trip on its own, but can be combined with a visit to the park or Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Take the scenic walking path from the marina along the waterfront or cruise through 5 Mile Drive to the parking lot at the beach."

"Owen Beach is inside Point Defiance Park, a 702-acre peninsula north of downtown Tacoma. The sand beach is a popular swimming spot in summer, when sunbathers heat up before bracing themselves against the frigid waters of Puget Sound. Beach-goers can rent kayaks or bring their own, launching from the beach and circling the peninsula."

"This beach is an ocean beach located in Point Defiance Park. During the summer, this beach is most suited for shore fishing, dog-walking or strolling, sunbathing, and swimming. Owens beach is equipped with so many picnic tables, making it suitable for picnicking."

"No, it wasn’t my imagination, the fountain really was shooting up water to the beat of Pearl Jam’s Even Flow. This lively water feature provides all kinds of free fun for kids as they run around to the music, dodging blasts of water. Note: If you are putting this on your list of things to do in Seattle with kids, you may want to bring some extra clothes."

"Oh, the generations of children who have played in this fountain!. Before splash pads, there was the International Fountain, and it’s still the ultimate in water-squirting fun. Be sure to pack an extra set of clothes or a swimsuit to enjoy this fountain to the fullest."

"The International Fountain is a mainstay from the World’s Fair. As the centerpiece of the broad open space and lawn, it has been transformed from its early days into a modern wonder. By day the fountain is a favorite lounging area and delight for young and old."

"Located in West Seattle, this beach is probably one of the best spots to watch amazing sunsets. Alki Beach is a popular beach to spend a great summer day, where you can just hang out with friends, have a picnic, play volleyball, or just enjoy the sand and sunshine. This spot is more than just a beach; it is a series of coastlines parks and paved trails that stretch for two and a half miles and wrap around the edge of West Seattle."

"After all, it’s one of the best places to enjoy the Puget Sound and views of Seattle. Not to mention there are tons of restaurants in the area that will ensure you have the tastiest day at the beach. Where: 1702 Alki Ave SW"

"In summer, this is as close to California as Seattle gets—and some hardy residents even swim in the cold, salty waters of Puget Sound…"

"This excellent Capitol Hill restaurant features dishes from celebrated chef Sabrina Tinsley, emphasizing northern Italian cuisine. Some of the must-try pastas include tagliatelle with white alba truffle butter, the ricotta and spinach tortelli in cream sauce, and the gnocchi al pomodoro. The restaurant also launched a pop-up series in 2021 that celebrates local BIPOC chefs."

"A lot of people adored the rustic La Spiga on Broadway, and a lot of people adore its sprawling replacement on 12th. They just aren’t the same people. The menu offers the same simple housemade tagliatelle and tortelli and crisp flatbread piadina, augmented now with more meat plates and enough vegetable sides to bliss out the herbivores."

"location: Capitol Hill (get directions) | website | best for: tiramisu. Want to know a secret?. I’ve never actually eaten dinner at La Spiga."

"Our first restaurant, located in Seattle’s Madrona neighborhood features a constantly changing menu built around house-made pastas, lots of local vegetables, and a few choice proteins."

"A charming neighborhood restaurant in Medrona, Vendemmia is the brainchild of chef-owner Brian Clevenger, who also happens to own the seafood market next door. This, of course, mea..."

"Brian Clevenger's crew is setting up a new takeout-focused menu to share daily on Instagram. Call the restaurant at 206-466-2533 to order."

"Heralded chef Jason Stratton (formerly of Spinasse, another entry on this list) recently took over the kitchen at Georgetown’s new low-key, charming Italian restaurant. Diners will find items such as bucatini with spicy cherry tomatoes and a strawberry marinara, the ribbon-shaped reginette with a pork and beef ragu, and a wonderful rye spaghetti with duck and anchovy sugo. View this post on Instagram"