San Juan Island Brewing Co.

We came in as a group of 5 adults and 6 kids (basically a traveling circus), and the staff acted like we’d just crashed their private party. From the second we walked in, the vibe was icy. Since we weren’t sure if we were eating, we got shuffled off to the beer garden — picnic tables under a big tent. Not exactly cozy, but fine. When it came time to order, the bartenders looked personally offended that we had questions. For $27, I got a flight of five 4oz pours plus a 16oz beer. The beer? Genuinely good. The service? Let’s just say I’ve had warmer welcomes at the DMV. It’s a shame, really. The staff clearly had a rough tourist season and are now taking it out on anyone daring to show up in the shoulder season. If you go, don’t expect smiles, friendliness, or even basic eye contact — consider it a victory if they acknowledge your existence. Bottom line: Great beer, bad vibes. Come for the pints, not the people.

Ahhh! Its very refreshing to find a brewery in this island. A visit to San Juan Island Brewing Company is a must when you are in this island. Plenty of space to sit and relax with tasty beers and food. But probably it was the time we visited. Lengthy queues to get even a beer!

Love getting to do a “choose your own adventure” for the beer flight. Soft pretzel is done right and the mustard is yummy. Really good beer, seems like a beloved spot by the locals so was happy to get to visit. They do to-go cans as well.

Absolutely delicious food, the pretzel is so soft and fluffy and paired with the mustard and beer cheese it’s the perfect appetizer. The fried chicken sandwich was also delicious and I would recommend coming here for their food alone. Despite it being a busy Saturday night in summer (with the county fair also going on) service was great and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I will be coming back any time I’m in Friday Harbor.

Great surprise! The CBJ burger is amazing — full of flavor and cooked just right. The beer was okay; I tried the Harbor, which was a bit too hoppy for my taste, but that’s just personal preference. Overall, the place is nice and clean, and the service was solid. Definitely worth a visit

A decent spot for a bite, lots of ciders and beer - learned the hard way this is NOT the same as San Juan Seltzers which was disappointing (not their fault, obvi). Chose this restaurant since it was one of few American fare still open later in the day and close to the ferry terminal. Service was friendly, we were at a high top table covered by the bartender who had a nearly full bar top. We were forgotten about for a bit but nothing walking up to the bar to order for our table of 6 didnt solve. Food was as to be expected, chicken tenders were on the smaller side and slightly lackluster in flavor. We left with full bellies and empty plates, so I would definitely give other dishes a try. MASSIVE kudos though for them whipping up a CBJ burger when I realized I missed ordering as our food came out.

Beer and food are good. Solid brewery, plenty of seating and short wait times. Good place to eat for a late lunch and enjoy a beer or two with company. Only complaint is the service. Maybe because I'm a 'tourist', but none of the servers or staff seemed happy to be there. Two of them stood behind the counter on their phones the whole time, and the one who brought us our food was impatient to take our order and join them. Don't believe I've eaten anywhere with a less enthusiastic staff. Still, the food and drinks are good, so if you don't mind the service it's worth a trip.

What a weird experience. Great pizza and beer, and I loved the atmosphere for the most part. The 90s playlist they had going rocked. However, this has to be the worst service I’ve had in a long time. The young hostess was a great start, super friendly and quick, asking us if the table worked for us. She was great. Then our server (45-50ish year old guy with white beard) came up and was so aloof I was taken aback. No welcome, no introduction, just “You guys know what you want to drink?” Which is fine, but after ordering a beer and then saying I would be sharing a pizza with my 9 year old son, he almost seemed upset like I didn’t order enough. The pizza is a perfect size for two people by the way, especially if you’re sharing with a child. Anyhow, he came back with the pizza and upon thanking him, and he whispered a “no problem” under his breath. The only other time I saw him was 15 minutes later when he came by and asked if we were ready for the check. It was just a weird off putting almost hostile attitude I haven’t experienced from a server before. Maybe I just caught him on a bad day, I don’t know. Upon walking out, a different person was at the hostess stand, looked up and saw us leaving, then just looked back down without saying a word. Restaurants are in the service industry and the majority of the employees I interacted with here seemed to have forgotten that. A recommendation, turn the TVs on. There were two TVs across the room which were playing sports. I couldn’t see them from where we were sitting though. The one huge TV on our side was turned off. You might have a better experience than I did, but I definitely won’t be back and wouldn’t recommend this place.

The food is 5/5. Cannot elaborate more than this...ITS SOME OF THE BEST FOOD IVE EATEN. The onion jam on their CBJ burger...SLAPS! The beer could use more selection, but what they have is delicious. The servers are attentive, and make sure you have the best experience. A must see location if your visiting Friday Harbor.

Overall, a good place! Really enjoyed their version of a West Coast IPA... pry my favorite part. But since it's a brewery with a restaurant, I have to grade it across-the-board... Their calamari was good, sauces were pretty mid, I prefer an aïoli or something at least somewhat elevated... Pizza was good, crust was fantastic. I think we just picked the wrong toppings... and the server was nice, not super attentive, but nice. Other than that, a repeat place:)

Really enjoyed this spot when we visited this week. It's located a few minutes off the ferry on San Juan Island. Plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor seating, vegan options available which was a plus. Inside it's very nice and clean, woody and classic brewery style with very high ceilings and a view of the brewing through the window at the bar. Ordered their SJ Pelsner which I liked, it was nice and light. Portabella Caprese sandwich, Bacon Blue Chicken sandwich and two kid options. Everything tasted good and service was great! Our server Sara T. was nice and always had a smile on her face when checking in on us. Afterwards we headed over to their merch area within the dining space and purchased a few t-shirts and a SJB trucker hat which I really liked. They had plenty of options; shirts, button ups, stuffed animal, coozies and more! What a great brewery I'm glad I got to visit!

It was a drizzly day and this was a welcome place to try out beverages and food! Outdoor covered seating as well as plenty inside. Great place for big groups and couples. It has its own parking lot with is rare in that area of Friday Harbor. The hummus plate was quite large and homemade pita!! We really like led the salmon sandwich- typically you get a small fillet but this was thick and larger than the bun! Almost too tall to get in your mouth ... lol It was cooked well and juicy!

They were very accommodating for a group of 5 adults and two babies. The interior is spacious, perfectly embodying the essence of a rural PNW island brewery with lots of wood and big windows with views of evergreen trees to the outside and the brewing operation on the inside. The menu is mostly burgers and pizzas with some odds and ends thrown in. I was happy with my grilled chicken sandwich with pesto and cheese, and my wife had no complaints with her Margherita pizza. Solid brewpub that fed into the San Juan island vibe.

Always a great stop for beer and food. Good service, great modern ambience, and a-ok food (not great for people with allergies, food intolerances, or special diets). Really nice place to meet and chill out. And it's in lovely Friday Harbor with easy walking distance from the marina. We'll always be back to enjoy a flight and conversation.

I have had San Juan Brewing beer a couple of times and both occasions were excellent beer experiences. The first beer I had was a while back and I thought very highly of it. It was the Yachter's Daughter Helles Lager. I do live Helles Lagers and this was really a great one. With flavor notes of crisp, clean, a bit biscuity and floral this Helles Lager is virtually a perfect one in my mind. It has a smooth body and is bright in color. The beer I have had most recently from San Juan Brewing was the Outer Island IPA. This beer was very good as well. In my mind it creates a signature unique to many IPA'S so I can't say that it tastes all too similarly to IPA'S I have had in the past on the occasions where the flavor profiles just blur all together. Flavors to find in this beer are citrus, pine, fruitiness and bitterness. All usual characteristics to an IPA but what I really liked with this IPA is the briskness it had in it's flavor profile which gives it a highly refreshing quality.

This is a fun place to go. We enjoy sitting on the patio with our dog. I am more a wine girl and they have wine on the menu too. I don't usually like beer but their pilsner is light and refreshing on a warm summer day. My husband and I like to share a pretzel and the CBJ Burger. It is all about the bacon jam. The chicken sandwich is pretty good too.

We tried a lot of menu items here and they were all pretty good. The salmon sandwich was my least favorite as it was somewhat dry but that's what I usually expect from sockeye fillets. Anything with bacon jam here (cbj burger, loaded fries) is going to taste amazing. The calamari was very good but you didn't get very much for how expensive it is priced. The pizzas were a pleasant surprise because they taste way better than they look like they would. They're hearty and robust in flavor with a delicious dough and well textured crust despite being very thin. The hot honey salami was my favorite.

Great spot to grab a cold brew with a great selection on tap. Service was good but we felt a little rushed as there is limited seated and people were waiting for a table. They did a great job on the 4th of July with outdoor live music entertainment and additional food options for outdoor eating outside of the brewery.

Great service, food and brews. Lunch was so good that I went back for dinner. Well done.

I had the pleasure of dining at this establishment twice during our weekend getaway to the island, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant offers a diverse selection of dishes that pleased our entire party of eight. While we didn't have a reservation, the staff managed to accommodate us, albeit with a slight wait. However, this gave us the opportunity to enjoy their outdoor seating area with a refreshing Bavarian Hefe beer in hand - a true treat! The kids in our group relished the pizzas, but the real winners were the delectable fried items. The fries and chicken wings were especially popular, and it seemed like the fry chef that weekend was a master of their craft! We couldn't resist fighting over these crispy delights. On the second night, there was a bit of a delay with our food, but our attentive waiter had already given us a heads-up before we placed our orders. As a gesture of goodwill, the restaurant provided us with complimentary popcorn, which we appreciated, especially when accompanied by a steady flow of beer. Overall, this eatery proved to be an excellent place to relax, unwind, and savor delicious food at a reasonable price. The combination of a welcoming ambiance, satisfying menu options, and delightful beverages make it a great spot to spend quality time with friends and family.

Plenty of parking and seating outside or inside. We had a few pizzas and beers. Recommended for a casual meal. Pizza definitely good.

Came here right after we docked from the ferry. The place was packed but vibes were great. We waited about ten minutes before we got a table. Our server was great and attentive. We ordered the calamari first and it was a but underwhelming. Served on a bed of lettuce. The calamari was portioned pretty small but otherwise taste was average. We ordered the salad with salmon and a pizza to share for four people. Salad was refreshing and salmon was cooked well too. We ordered the pizza with prosciutto and it was delicious! Would recommend! We ordered a flight to share which was fun. The service was pretty slow but that was probably due to the place being packed and not enough servers. Our server did apologize which we appreciated. We were overall fine with it too since we were just enjoying the vibes and drinking beer. Overall would recommend this place to anyone looking for a casual dining experience!

While the food looked amazing, people were enjoying themselves, and the selection appeared to be pretty terrific ... ugh, the facts are the facts. Very pricey just okay offerings ($39.00 for two flights). The stout was gone from the menu, the porter was decent, the pumpkin ale tasty, the Sundew was "waste in a glass", here was alright, the America camp = Bud Light, the pilsner -meh, the ESB okay to good, the IPA was pretty good if you dig hoppy-ness maximus. Now again the food looked great, but after taking it in the shorts for the average beers I wasn't going to chance it. It might have fixed the bad taste in my mouth, but who knows. When you're feeling hoity-toity and want to get your island snobery on without visiting Roche Harbor, this is your place and you'll pay the price too for your foolishness. Cheers!

My lady took me to FH for my birthday and we decided to drop in the brewery on a Sunday. I must say I would be here frequently if I lived in town. We normally watch football & drink beer on Sundays on the mainland anyway. Fresh popcorn was a nice touch! The service was lovely, I like the huge space & high ceiling. I will be back next time I'm in town!

Stopped here for a quick and easy bite before boarding the ferry back to Seattle. The space inside is quite airy and spacious with great natural lighting and there were multiple TVs, making this a great place to watch football. I tried the seasonal soup - a squash and coconut curry and it was spectacular. Quite likely one of the best curries I've ever tried at a restaurant. It was incredibly flavorful, rich and had the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I inhaled it quickly before even capturing a picture. Will definitely be stopping by here next time I visit in the hopes of catching the curry again!

Good food, service and atmosphere -walk away from our ABNB. Oh, and the draft beer too.

I'll just put out out one disappointment and get it out of the way- Caesar salad dressing - tasteless. My black and blue salad on the other hand was delicious- full of yummy fresh ingredients , dressed well and drizzled with balsamic. I added the grilled chicken and chose only the small salad for lunch and I'm glad I did bc it was pretty darn big. Filling and fresh! Since we had the jalepeno Mac and cheese bites I was happy to have the balance of my tangy salad to remove a bit of the "guilt" My honey got the CBJ burger and loved it. It was messy due to the gooey toppings but was ever so tasty- the aoli is a tiny bit spicy bc of the mamas little peppers. The burger was very juicy and not dry, the bun held up well which is important if you ask me! A few nights earlier we got the Dinner Island Pizza and shared it between two of us which was really a perfect amount since we also had flights and a pint that were filling. Staff really friendly and ambience bustling but comfy enough as a brewery goes! We were able to get right in without a wait on both days that we went which was amazing bc it was Fourth of July week. PS- let me also be clear since I seemed to have missed it in my initial review- those jalepeno Mac and cheese bites were MmmMmm ggggoooooddd!!! Super crispy, not greasy and seasoned so well.

I was in San Juan for a week and I ate here multiple times. The pizza was delicious. So was the chicken sandwich, although they told me it would be spicy and it was definitely not. French fries were also delicious!

Farmers Market Pizza & CBJ Burger, really great pizza and the bacon jam had little kick. Very

There is a good sized parking lot, the place is easy to find and relatively close to the ferry dock. The atmosphere is very comfortable and open, I was not uneasy having my grandchildren in there nor did I feel squished in. They have outdoor seating so your furry friend can come too. Tje bathrooms were clean and they had a stool making it easier for the littles to wash up too. The food was great, I got the portobello caprese sandwich and the flavors were excellently balanced and the fries perfectly crispy. Someone got the CBJ burger and said it was delicious but a bit spicier than anticipated (this person does not do hot/spicy). The kids scared the burgers and fries down, quietest they were all day. The corn dogs were nice and crispy too. I think we only saw the server at the beginning and end, I don't remember them coming to check on us at all. They are all walking around all the time so its not hard to flag a server down if you need something. I think they just like to let people eat in peace.

I always go here when I'm on San Juan. We normally have a pretty large group, so it's perfect for that. In the summer, the patio/beer garden area is open and kids can be seen playing tag in the grass while their parents enjoy company. Everybody can get something they like on the menu - sandwiches, pizzas, salads, appetizers, etc. and they have a huge space to fit those people. There is almost always a long wait. Because of this, the service isn't always the best, but I get it and never really mind. They have trivia and sports on the tv. I love sitting at the bar when it's just a few of us.

i was stuck waiting for the ferry and decided to stop here for a bite. i had the pretzel and the fried chicken sandwich. pretzel was SOOO good. normally i'm left very disappointed by sad restaurant pretzels. this one was yummy, fresh, and nicely salted. 10/10 wasn't a fan of the beer cheese (tasted more beer than cheese) but that's just me. the mustard sauce tho, amazing!!! the fries are delicious, some of the best restaurant fries i've had i'd say. staff was friendly and provided good, quick service.

This was our first visit to Friday harbor. We arrived on Sunday from Whidbey Island and planned to just walk the town. Our tummies were a bit grumbly and this spot was just up the street from the shops so we made our way. Their options were plenty, especially their microbrews! They did not have a gluten free option so the rest of the family enjoyed a darker ale which was really good. They do not have many gluten free items. We did order a pizza on the cauliflower crust. Thankful our server made not of the allergy need. It was good, just a little burnt around the edges. We ordered a few items to share as we walk around the town before having to catch the ferry back. Their hoodies were actually one of my daughter's favorites. The $79 price tag steered us away but the stickers were the perfect choice for our souvenir needs! If there is any advice I could offer is please consider more gluten free options in the future. Ghostfish in Seattle could be a great networking resource to help provide more options for allergy needs .

Been here a few times and it's great every time. Very friendly staff and good food. They had some good accommodating food options for our celiac daughter as well. Beer was good as well. Highly recommend checking this place out when visiting.

This place is such a gem! Such a beautiful building, perfect place to spend time while in Friday Harbor. My friends and I shared some pizza and burgers as well as got their Pomegrante Cider and a Cab. It was a great stop for a bit of food, a place to sit and great drinks. Really creative and the business seems set up super well, very nice touches all around (cool merch, wood fired pizza, windows into the back to see behind scenes of the beer process, and they are even certified with the brewers association for independent craft beers here). Had a great time!

Get the pizza! Met a friend after work for a drink and ended up ordering a pizza because they looked (and smelled) so incredible! We split the Evergreen - a wood fired pizza topped with pesto, herb marinated shredded chicken, artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, and finished with arugula. Honestly, we should've known better than to try and share. We inhaled the pie and were ready to throw down over who would get the last slice Word to the wise, order your own dang pizza! Oh, and their beer (our original reason for meeting here) was delicious too.

Went here over the long holiday weekend. This place was great. Our server was fast, quick to respond and food came out promptly. Highly recommend their pizzas. Chicken wings and cheesesteak were great. Loved their chipotle tomato soup it was on the specials of the day list. Beer selections on point and they all tasted great. We tried a few flights so we each had a favorite. It got really busy right after we got there. Loved this place and this island.

We got there around 7/7:30 on a Thursday night and waited a reasonable amount of time for a table--maybe 10-15 min? We grabbed some drinks from the bar while we waited. We ordered a pizza, clam chowder, a salad, and a pretzel--everything was delicious! Our server Kiki was helpful and attentive. It was a tad loud, but being a brewpub, I didn't have expectations for the quietest restaurant :) our first visit to San Juan Island / Friday Harbor and our first meal of the trip was a great start!

If you like lagers and ales, this might be a good brewery for you. Bar food and service. Typical brewery ambiance.

Very fun atmosphere. We could sit either inside or out. Staff very friendly and food really good but do not recommend clam chowder as it wasn't great. Had very odd seasoning. All other dishes were excellent. My party had the calamari, cheese bread, salmon sandwich and portobello sandwich and all were delicious.

Food, service and ambiance were all great. The beers were good and food was great! The open space was nice. I had the bean burger which was a little spicy. We all enjoyed our lunch!

I thought I was arriving early before 5:00 pm to beat the crowds but I was wrong - it was slammed, on a Monday, too! I dread to see what a Friday afternoon looks like. I wanted clam chowder but it was sold out - at 5:00, really? I also ordered the bleu burger, it tasted okay, but came with a chintzy, thin patty, and it was very messy (it doesn't need both a sauce AND bleu cheese). The beer arrived at almost room temperature.

Good food, good beer. Some dogs outside, some children inside. Pretty much typical brewery food selection; sandwiches soups, salads and pizza. There are vegetarian options that I ignored in favor of the prime rib dip, which was good. The fries were awesome and were the battered type that, personally, are a favorite of mine. Oh and beer, I usually get a sampler unless I already know what I like. I got a choose your own adventure sampler and the dark amber was by far my favorite. This is actually about my fifth visit here and a go to when coming out to San Juan. I'll definitely come back again.

Awesome beer excellent pizza. A must stop when on San Juan Island. We will make this a permanent stop whenever we visit.

Slowwww, bad service, two days in a row. We had to flag someone down to provide water (which is normally on the table), not to mention finally take our order. We felt like impositions rather than customers. Food was great as always, but we're getting tired of consistently mediocre service, being abandoned at our table, and being so dang hangry by the time the food arrives. I hope they get this figured out.. it's such a great location and the beers are amazing.

Stopped in and so glad we did! McKenzie was our server and she was so sweet. Love the patio, very relaxed vibe. This is a must go to stop.

On our get away to Friday Harbor, Saun Juan Brewery was a must for us. We have enjoyed their beers on the mainland many times. What a treat to go somewhere and have them be exactly what we were hoping. The staff was amazing. So many great beers to try! I had The Wit, The Pilsner and The Helles Lager. All were very tasty especially The Wit! (huge wit fan) For foor we had The loaded fries and The Pig War Pizza. Both were great tasting and exactly what we were looking for. The loaded popcorn is a great treat too! San Juan brewery will definitely be a must stop for us when we visit Friday Harbor.

Came here for lunch as soon as we got off ferry. The burger & fries we ordered were off the hook delish! Hand made burger and soft bun. Also, the calamari was great. It came on an asian salad and was just as delicious. Very good beers, nice atmosphere as expected in a brewery. Great service. Recommend it.

We went here while visiting the island. It was just ok to me. I had the chowder and it was really disappointing. Very soupy. The bite of pizza I had from my partner was really bad. Very bad with no spices or anything to distinguish from any other bar pizza. It was ok to me. Nothing special. The server was really great though. Very patient and attentive.

I can't speak about the food because we never got that far. Service is 1 star. We called to ask if they could accommodate a food allergy, the hostess said she was too busy to check for me and I'd need to come in person and check. We arrived in person to check but I was told they couldn't check because they didn't have access to their freezer as they were canning beer. They wasted our time and lost out on a party of 8. Horrible service.

Food was good. Some different flavors but good. Service was great! Biggest thing was a personal pizza and a burger should not cost $90. Way too expensive.

The restaurant has a good vibe but food was bad and service was mediocre. Don't order salad. It's so sour that it gave me stomachache after eating. I gave 1 star due to their dishonesty of fixing the amount I tipped. I gave more than 10% off the bill ($10) and they fixed it to $18. Luckily I check my bank often and found out.

This is a pretty decent place for American food, especially on the island. We enjoyed the kid friendly ambiance along with the calamari. The service was good as well.

Stopped here on the way to Roche Harbor for an early dinner and some beer. The Outer Island IPA was delicious - it didn't taste like a typical PNW IPA to me for some reason, but it hit the spot. Even more impressive was the specialty pizza they were offering....it had an olive oil base, glazed blackened shrimp, mozzarella cheese, lil mamas jalapeno peppers and pickled radish, was topped with an onion (I think?) and was finished with some sort of sweet/chipotle/BBQ glaze and sesame seeds. Just look at the picture. Neither my husband nor I could figure out exactly what it reminded us of - It was a bunch of random and unexpected ingredients that all came together perfectly....there was cilantro which made me think Mexican and there was a sweet spice that made us think Thai. We both agreed it was something someone in the northwest came up with for people who take advantage of our state laws for recreational herbal remedies to devour. Even though neither my husband nor I are in that camp, we were certainly grateful for whoever it was who orchestrated this compilation. So between the beer and the food, the locale and the friendly service, we were smitten. I'd definitely recommend this place and we'll certainly be back again next time we're in the area.

Great place location wise, pretty brewery. Indoor and outdoor seating. Three of us arrived at 3 PM on a Tuesday got some beers went to sit outside and we told we could not eat outside so we sat a table by the outside area and told we couldn't sit there because they didn't want to see customers there. We were waiting for the other three in our party who are shopping in town. So we went out and sat at the picnic table until our other three and the party arrived, then were seated by the hostess at the same table, we were told we couldn't sit at. arrived, but since we had been biking for 28 miles, we really wanted water and I went up and asked if I could get water. So they gave me a glass of water and I showed them where I was sitting and asked if we could get ice and water. Again no one arrived. And I went up again and found a woman named Mariah who was willing to bring us menus and water with ice. She also agreed to be our server and did a great job. The food was good and so was the beer. Here is the problem...lots of staff standing around chatting rather than refilling beer and wine orders bringing water etc....who is the floor manager? Everyone we asked specifically for something helped but no one there seemed to have service on their mind. For this reason I wouldn't go back...it's not some bargain place and they seem mismanaged.

We took the San Juan Clipper from Seattle to the Friday Harbor in the San Juan Islands (great experience, beautiful scenery). This brewery was our first stop on the island. We both had the Turn Point Mosaic IPA (they were out of the other IPA offering). It was a very full flavored, well made IPA. We enjoyed it while sitting outside viewing the beautiful scenery. One thing to be aware of is that their outdoor seating area is only for drinks, no food allowed.

This is probably my favorite place to visit on the island. We were last here in 2020 and we visited in three times in a single week. I love the atmosphere, beer, food and service that we receive here time in and time out. We were a week short of the 5 year anniversary. We've been here in 2018,2019,2020 and 2022 and we live 2,650 miles away. What I've noticed differently is that they had a band performing inside. Outside is an area where you can relax and drink if you're not waiting or are waiting for a table. They even had an outside bar this time around. When we sat all of the appetizers and food was delicious as always.