Ballard's Best Breweries
Ballard is one of Seattle’s best neighborhoods for a brewery day, with a cluster of great spots all within walking distance. Whether you’re into West Coast IPAs, hazy pours, or something experimental, there’s plenty to explore. Here are some of the best Ballard brewery options.
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Stoup Brewing - Ballard
Beer & Brewery
1108 NW 52nd St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Fantastic West Coast options and a great place to start.
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Wheelie Pop Brewing
Beer & Brewery
1110 NW 50th St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
A smaller, low-key spot with a rotating selection that’s worth checking out.
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Great Notion Brewing - Ballard
Bar & Bar Food
5101 14th Ave NW Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Known for hazy, fruit-forward beers and some fun, dessert-style options.
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Urban Family Brewing Co.
Beer & Brewery
1103 NW 52nd St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
A wide variety of fruity, sour, West Coast, and hazy beers. Food trucks, coffee, and regular events make it an easy place to hang out.
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Obec Brewing
Beer & Brewery
1144 NW 52nd St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
European-inspired beers with a relaxed, easygoing feel.
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Old Stove Brewing Co - Gardens
Bar & Bar Food
1550 NW 49th St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Spacious outdoor setup with solid food and approachable beers.
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Rooftop Brewing Company
Beer & Brewery
1111 NW Ballard Way, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Chill, no-frills spot with a loyal local crowd.
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Reuben's Brews - The Ballard Taproom
Beer & Brewery
5010 14th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
A Ballard staple with a huge selection and consistently good beer.
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Fair Isle Brewing
Beer & Brewery
936 NW 49th St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Focused on farmhouse-style beers with a more laid-back, slower pace.
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Lucky Envelope Brewing
Beer & Brewery
907 NW 50th St, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Creative, experimental flavors with a fun twist.
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Cloudburst On Shilshole
Beer & Brewery
5456 Shilshole Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Some of the best hazy IPAs in the area and always hop-forward.
Most of these are close enough to turn into a casual crawl, or you can pick a few and take your time. Either way, it’s hard to go wrong in Ballard.