Skookum Brewery
Brewery · Arlington ·

Skookum Brewery

Brewery · Arlington ·

Microbrewery with melon, pineapple, coconut, citrus beers

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17925 59th Ave NE suite c, Arlington, WA 98223 Get directions

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17925 59th Ave NE suite c, Arlington, WA 98223 Get directions

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•Credit card accepted
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•Wheelchair accessible entrance
•Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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"As part of The Beer Junction’s anniversary collaborations, Skookum Brewery contributed the playful “Tommy Talon Goes to Space IPA,” one of several special beers brewed to celebrate and support the shop." - Marika Malaea

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Skookum Brewery

リーBryan

Google
Skookum is pretty darn melon, pineapple, coconut, citrus, catenloupe, gooseberry *good*!! Enjoy the ever burgeoning artisanship for which you should not take for granted, it's Seattle for Pete's sake. Skookum would top or kick most breweries in the world in a showdown and I'm sure all across the globe would show respect for their craft. (。•̀ᴗ-)و ̑̑✧

Rachel D.

Google
We loved coming to skookum but now that we have a child, the management has decided it's not a kid friendly establishment.. so odd because we can bring him to other breweries? It's very disappointing.

Shon D.

Google
While it’s rough out there during Covid, Skookum has plenty of outdoor seating. It’s doggo friendly too. Beer is spectacular. Drove 3 hours just for beer. Will be back for sure. Friendly staff and beer loved up to the legend. A gem off the beaten path.

Cameron L.

Google
Really solid brewery with a very active list of IPAs. Pretty chill staff, not pretentious like many breweries of this style. Cool outdoor patio, only real gripe with outside is all of the smoking that was going on around us. I'll be back for sure but will probably sit inside next time.

Brett S.

Google
We stopped in while on a West Coast road trip from San Francisco to Seattle. We got breweries in Frisco, Portland, Seattle, and everywhere in between. Skookum is by far the best place we have been so far. It's beer is the highest quality we have come across. The place is large, airy, and has lots of seating inside and out. Everyone is very friendly, it's just a great place. Definetly our favorite so far!

James A. Loaris J.

Google
Skookum Brewery is a true hidden gem that deserves your attention if you're looking for a fantastic place to unwind and share memorable moments with friends. Don't make the mistake of overlooking this wonderful establishment, as it offers a delightful experience that ticks all the right boxes. The employees at Skookum Brewery are the embodiment of friendliness and hospitality. Their welcoming demeanor sets the tone for an enjoyable evening, making you feel like a valued guest. It's refreshing to be in a space where the staff genuinely cares about your experience. The atmosphere is nothing short of warm and inviting. The cozy setting invites conversations to flow freely, creating an environment where relaxation and enjoyment are the main focus. Whether you're catching up with old friends or making new ones, Skookum Brewery provides the perfect backdrop. The inclusion of games at your table is a stroke of brilliance. It adds an interactive element to your evening, making for laughter-filled moments and friendly competitions that enhance the overall experience. It's a simple touch that goes a long way in creating a memorable and engaging outing. The icing on the cake comes in the form of food trucks that make appearances on select days. These food trucks serve up delectable dishes that perfectly complement the wide array of craft brews available. It's a dynamic combination that caters to both your taste buds and your thirst for unique flavors. In essence, Skookum Brewery is a haven for those seeking an authentic and enjoyable evening out with friends. From the warm atmosphere and friendly staff to the interactive games and mouthwatering food, every aspect is thoughtfully curated to ensure your time here is nothing short of extraordinary. So, if you're in search of a place where good times are guaranteed, don't overlook Skookum Brewery – it's a hidden treasure that's waiting to be discovered.

Kimberly G.

Google
My favorite place in Arlington. I started going to Skookum with friends years ago and now I'm there at least once a week and I love it. I'm not a beer drinker, so imagine my surprise at finding myself enjoying a glass (or two). This is a great place to hang with friends, pet dogs, eat good food, and relax during a crazy time. The owners are amazing and welcoming, the staff is fun, and the environment allows us to take a much needed, relaxing break from what's happening in the world. Highly recommended.

Chris M

Google
Been going to Skookum for years now. They always have a good variety of beers and are one of the few breweries around that you can get a good barley wine from (my favorite style). The location is nice and the staff is friendly. Oh and prices are reasonable too. Give it a try sometime.
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Joe H.

Yelp
Finally got to check out this place! When I was really into craft beer, this was always on my list to visit but they were located just far enough to visit. The venue was very spacious as expected from a brewery. There were a bunch of wood barrels for their barrel aged offering and stainless steel tanks on the back side of the brewery. They had about 15 to 20 different beers on tap including 2 barrel aged stouts/barley wines and about 6 or 7 different hazy IPAs. They also had one beer named after one of Iron Maiden's songs! (Fear of the Dark!). They do not serve food but they had a vending machine for beef jerky. They allowed dogs indoors. Service was minimal but great. Highly recommended if you're in the area or if you are into craft beer. This is one of the better breweries in Washington for barrel aged beers and hazy NE style IPAs.
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Mary W.

Yelp
Always great service with a smile. Have come 3x while visiting in the area. ALWAYS dog friendly - which is a HUGH BONUS cause we always have our pups with us. My husband loves their beer, they also have other brand cider options and often have food trucks outside to eat. Open area inside and outside great place to visit if you're considering!
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Mark N.

Yelp
Family and dog friendly brewery across the road from the airport. Plenty of parking. No food, but they had a food truck when we were there and we were told they often do. You can check online at https://www.skookumbrewery.com/food-trucks Tap list is solid. Good mix of options including IPAs (of course), an amber, stout, and a brown ale. I thought the best was Murder of Crows a 9% ABV stout finished on old crow whiskey oak. This stout had strong chocolate notes with a bit of smoke and oak wood to it.
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Jenna D.

Yelp
Amazing beer, friendly staff, dog friendly... It's a big open space and I love going here. They have food trucks, allow outside food, and sometimes they will have really cool events. I do like that they have more than just IPAs on tap; that can be hard to find in this area. Their brown ale is one of my favorites and I love that they have a giant cribbage board table! It's a great place to kick back and enjoy libations with your friends.
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Kevin F.

Yelp
Another great PNW brewery, well worth a little drive to Arlington. West coast, Pacific west coast, hazys, and barrel aged wonders are all available. Ambiance and location very similar to one of my favorite Bay Area breweries, Drakes. Great patio area as well as a roomy interior, adjacent to where the magic is made. The fresh hop hazy was amazing, as well as the foggy IPA. They know how to brew beer! Parking lot was full, but parking across the street near the airport is easy walking distance. Dogs and well behaved people are welcome. Nice kicked backed vibe, no TVs blaring sports, just some good ol' country music playing. Definitely had to take some home, and looking forward to a return visit, just a hop, skip, and a jump off of the 5, stop on by, if in the area. Or worth a try while trying the many other breweries in the area. Yelp on! Cheers!
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Marsha S.

Yelp
Cool space - Los of room to sit inside and a nice beer garden outside. The food truck was great (Big Red Truck/ Chef Tony's)- I had pulled pork tacos; he had arroz con pollo. Really good beer - I had a flight, he had a Murder of Crows. So, why only 2 stars? RUDE service. We went because they were releasing some bourbon barrel aged beers - Deep Color and Solitary Confinement. I stepped up to the bar and said I would like a flight. Bartender (maybe the owner?) hands me a tray and a marker. "You do all the work. No Deep Color. No Solitary Confinement." Me - "So, I can't try the two BBA's on the flight? What about a separate taster?" Him - "Nope. You can buy a pint or a bottle." So, I was frustrated that I couldn't try the two I was wanting to try, but I tried 5 other beers. All were good! While we are sitting at the bar enjoying our beers, rude guy is talking to a couple of folks - must've been regulars. He proceeds to bring them each tasters of both the BBA's. I said "Hey, Man..." He rolls his eyes at me and begrudgingly brings me tasters. Hubs really liked his Murder of Crows and asked for a Crowler. Rude guy says Nope. Can't buy that in Crowlers. 4-packs are available in the cooler. We didn't want a 4-pack of bottles. So, we got no beer to go, and will likely not be back. Very surprised, as we had enjoyed our previous visit a year or so ago. Too many other great places to drink beer - will have to check out 5 Rights next.
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Kimberly G.

Yelp
My favorite local hangout. I was introduced to Skookum by friends several years ago and, today, I'm happy to say that my main friendship circle all came from Skookum. The owners, the employees, the guests are amazing and fantastic. I have felt nothing but welcome by everyone and I have a blast whenever I go. DOG PEOPLE UNITE!!! I'm a crazy dog mom - like insane - so I love that whenever I show up at Skookum, the owners dogs run over to me for hugs, I know other dogs by name, and I get my dog fix (despite living with four) while I'm hanging out. Sometimes, I'll bring one of my pack and I love that they're welcome. FOOD TRUCKS GALORE Well, it's not like there are 5 food trucks in a circle, but that would be awesome, right? No, Skookum invites food trucks and it's been fun getting to know the various vendors, find my favorite meals, and try things that I normally wouldn't eat. The food is good; especially during the summer months. BEER FOR NON BEER DRINKERS The reason why they'll always be 5 stars in my book, is the beer. I AM NOT a beer drinker. It's bitter, gross, and hard to stomach. But not at Skookum. I have three favorites now and I so appreciate Angel, Jessica, and Tino helping me hone my pallet. THE STORY BEHIND SOME OF THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS If you're still reading my review and happen to notice that I'm a black woman, you may be wondering about the libelous rumors that the owners and employees are racist (or anti-cop). This isn't true. As I said above, I count the owners and employees as my friends. My partner is a retired deputy and many of our friends are in law enforcement and we hang out at Skookum regularly. Isn't it sad when people hide behind a computer to spread lies? Talk about needing a productive hobby. You'd think that after all the hate and anger in 2020, we'd focus more on coming together as a community, but there will always be people who have nothing to do but spread hate. #sad Thanks for reading and I hope my review helped you see this amazing local business in a positive light. I love them.
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Julie S.

Yelp
This is by far the best brewery there is IMHO. I love their beer so much! They make the best IPAs and they are super dog friendly. What more could you want?
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Ricky R.

Yelp
This has been on my list for so long. I am so happy I was finally able to make it. The place has a beautiful outside and a nice looking inside for seating. The beer was excellent, but that is not a shock. The people were nice. I would definitely make a return trip. Its a bit of a drive, but I am planning another bellingham trip next year!
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Paul G.

Yelp
A great assortment of brews to find what you like... Angel the bartender had a sense of humor and was knowledgeable about the products... they have a giant beer garden, they provide food from food trucks, so it changes all the time... you can bring a well mannered dog with you...
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Gary W.

Yelp
On a road trip today for a couple of my other vices and had to come to check out Skookum Brewery (SB) as I've been reading that a pint was $10 at BB in Seattle. Well the verdict is that even at the brewery it's going to be $6.50; so there must be an up charge for not having to drive to Arlington, WA. If you've been to Triplehorn in Woodinville, the indoor décor and ambiance is very similar with a large warehouse space with 24' ceilings, gobs of space for large groups, picnic tables and a very large outdoor seating open year around. Very relaxed and laid back where you have decks of cards and dominos on the tables. I had the flight of 5 IPA's that is mostly seasonable beers so I can check them all out. They all had a kind of honey cloudy colored; with a cross section of APV for all tastes in IPA's. The other half of the offerings was an amber and different types of porters. All the beers were tasty and very approachable and drinkable. If you're in the Marysville / Arlington area, this is a real gem of a brewery and I'd be quite well known to coming here. Since, I'm from Burien, I'm not going to take the drive for just Skookum; but include a sporting goods store and a BBQ place nearby, then this is really a great road trip from Seattle. It's going to be hard for me to drive through Arlington without dropping by Skookum. You must check it out if your in this area and really like beer.
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MJ C.

Yelp
This brewery is the perfect casual spot. There's ample outdoor or indoor seating and great customer service. There's always a spot for your dog to come (and usually places to sit away from people if you don't want to chat). Great beer too! Tip: Check the food truck schedule to come on a day with food that best interests you.

Mike S.

Yelp
Cool place with good selection of beers. Would like to come back in the summer time. Loved the decor. Had an Eastern Washington vibe.
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Trista H.

Yelp
My wife and I met a couple friends here for a few brews on a sweltering sunny day. Free parking can be found in the small gravel parking lot. Credit and debit cards are accepted; however, a 2.75% fee is charged to each transaction. Be sure to bring cash to avoid silly service charges. There is an ATM on site as well if needed. Skookum is 21+ only and dog friendly. Skookum does not have a kitchen nor is there waiter service. Orders are placed and picked up from the bar. Water is self-serve from a dispenser located near the front bay door. Skookum paraphernalia is also for sale. For those that are hungry, a rotation of food trucks are on-site to purchase food from. Indoors is spacious with ample seating and a projection screen. Outdoors also has generous seating with plenty of umbrellas for shade. My favorite beer is Amber's Hot Friend. Pints were $5.50 each. I was first exposed to this beer at Anthony's Homeport. I am thrilled that I can also purchase Amber is bottles. On the day of our visit, Rock 'n' Rollin' Eats Truck was on site selling a variety of hot dogs. Perfect food to pair with beer. Discover is an accepted form of payment. My wife and I shared the Detroit Dog for $9 and a side of French Fries for $4. The vendor was nice enough to serve the onions on the side since my wife doesn't care for them. We were both please with our food selections. Thank you Skookum for providing a laid-back place to enjoy good beer, sunshine and friends.
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Ben B.

Yelp
Skookum brewery has a great selection of beers. The bar looks directly into the tank room. The facility is clean, with plenty of seating. They are dog friendly so, if Fido isn't an Alpha dog, bring them in too.
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Joey H.

Yelp
I'm very disappointed. Even after their anti-black lives matter BS I had hope that they'd grow up, alas, they folded to community pressure yet again. Stopped by only to see no masks on anyone, anywhere. Bar tenders had masks, but weren't wearing them and neither were any customers. No sanitizing going on, no social distancing...they just don't care about anyone at all. Businesses like these are why we are still dealing with this pandemic and unable to move forward. Shame on skookum, they lost a lot of business over this.
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Marie F.

Yelp
Love this brewery! Amazing staff, dogs welcomed, great selection! Line dancing on Thursdays. Angel aka BBA was helpful, attentive and had the best personality Can't wait to go back!
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Jennifer W.

Yelp
If I could give them 10 stars I would. So tired of the BS from a group of 'woke' beer tasting snowflakes from Seattle that have picked Skookum as a target. I've been going to Skookum for years. The bullies people don't know the amazing beers, the awesome staff and owners of Skookum. Fortunately my favorite Amber's Hot Friend is always available - but when their amazing German Pilsner Brumation hits the taps - I'm first in line! I even reserve kegs of it. As far as the 'Covid issues' go - they have signage everywhere; huge pieces of Plexiglas at the bar with a hole just big enough for beer; they have been repeatedly shut down to inside seating so they brought in heaters, a tent and fire pits. Even in the cold - we can still meet friends for a beer. LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. And to all the Haters - why don't you seriously go find something more constructive to do with your time than write up fake yelp reviews. You are seriously the lowest of pond scum!
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Alicia J.

Yelp
Dog friendly, cool open venue with a huge beer garden across from an airfield with an awesome food truck. These beers are great! A red, stout, citra ipa (earth), fruity iPA (dream) and I would call it a cream ipa...(glow) delicious. Hangout and watch air planes take off... then go jump outa one. Lol
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Tom B.

Yelp
Exceptionally good beers (especially IPAs, pales, and other hoppy ales) in a tidy light-industrial setting. They're right next to the airport (RIGHT next to it) in Arlington. This is a small airport; it's unlikely you'll even hear any planes once you're inside. There's plenty of parking. They've taken over a good-sized warehouse space; super-high ceilings and plenty of room. They brew and ferment in back, you'll see lots of big bright shiny tanks and kettles. There are offices and bathrooms and storage ringed around the outer walls. In the main space sit a big grid of huge, sturdy tables. Lots of seating for plenty of folks, even big groups. Off to the left is the bar, with a big list on a chalkboard above it. They usually pour 12 beers, I think. You can get most of them, sometimes all, in 32-ounce crowler cans to go. There's a door off to the side leading out to the parking lot, and there's often a decent food truck parked there. They tend to pick food trucks they genuinely like, since they usually eat the food themselves while they work. They offer well-made beers in big varieties, usually including 5 or 6 classic styles ranging from lighter German lagers to crazier Belgian styles. But where they famously excel is in the big, hoppy, juicy new-world ales, with IPAs, DIPAs, pales, and other bitter or fruity refreshments. They really are making incredible beers--they were well-known as a popular small-town brewery several years ago, but they're much bigger players these days. The prices are good, and the people are nice. They LOVE well-behaved dogs. It's a fun place to hang out and drink great beers. Highly recommended.
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Mark M.

Yelp
Skookum brewery is a great place to hang out with friends, go get some quality beer, and have a good time. They have paint nights, there are games to be played, and have a dog friendly environment. While I am not an IPA fan, there is always something there to my liking. Try Amber's hot friend if you want something a little less hoppy. Or my favorite, Brewnation pilsner. Great tasting beers. My girlfriend of course likes the stouts and ports. Murder of Crows is one of her favorites. They always have a fantastic food truck outside if your looking to eat. Lots of fun!
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John S.

Yelp
One of the poorest service experiences ever. Maybe that is an Arlington thing. We planned our day from Seattle so we could stop at this place on our way to Whidbey. We love their beer and drink it often at our regular spots. The facility is nice. The food truck is great. The people drinking beer seem nice. There was a dog, that was nice. Rude service. Completely unhelpful. Really uncalled for. We'll still drink their beer, but if you are looking for an experience that includes nice service, look elsewhere. Like maybe anywhere else.

John L.

Yelp
My favorite brewery. I love hazy beer and they usually have around six hazy's on tap at all times.

Peter R.

Yelp
Solid beers but an unconscionable management/ownership. Not just failing to follow health standards, but actively encouraging non-compliance. I'll never be back.
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Kristina N.

Yelp
We love Skookum!!! You can always count on their popular Amber's Hot friend and Jackass, but there is also a creative and delicious selection of IPA's. My favorites are their clouds series, and of course, their dark beers. The food trucks that stop there are great too! Right now, you can enjoy your brew outside by a fire pit or under a tent next to a heater. Bring a blanket if you are concerned about getting cold. Always fun to be surrounded by the dogs of Skookum too!

Bryan R.

Yelp
Not recommended. We've visited a few times and been underwhelmed with the beer. The service each time has been rude/disengaged. The bar was also horrible (very anti-mask)during covid as it was apparent that they didn't understand science. If in the area, I recommend heading further north to Structures for both good beer and good people.

Ann N.

Yelp
We've been patronizing Skookum since they were Operating out of the owner's home, but after today we are done. Customer after customer walked up to the bar for beer with no mask. Nothing was said. Employees (the dudes with huge beards) walked around with no mask. The woman who poured our beers didn't wear a mask. We didn't once see anyone wipe down a table. These are the types of people who are to blame for Washington sliding back to phase one. And we agree that the service blows. They are super unfriendly. This didn't used to be the case. So done with this place. There are so many other places to go for beer where they don't deny science and give a damn about doing their part to end this $@$" pandemic.
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D J.

Yelp
Great staff, fun music and conversation. Huge selection of beers. We tried a small sample of five. Great assortment. Lots of covered outdoor seating. Wide open in door set-up.
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Stephanie S.

Yelp
Excellent brewery! The space is huge with a ton of seating. It also kind of has a lodge feel with that style decor. It seems like they often have a food truck out front and they are dog friendly. The beer was really good. I had a orange chocolate truffle stout. It was a really good beer, around 7.5%. It had a really nice chocolate flavor and it had a subtle orange flavor that cut through the chocolate. It wasn't too heavy of a beer either. I would definitely recommend a stop by here!
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Joe J.

Yelp
Best brewery in the PNW. Best beer, best staff, best indoor and outdoor seating. Great rotation of food trucks. Dog friendly.
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Craig C.

Yelp
Good people. Fun food truck options. Seriously great people at Skookum and I can't understand all the sour puss folks attempting " the tyranny of the oppressed " reviews. God bless us all.

Shane S.

Yelp
Pay no attention to the cyber bullies who have probably never even tried their beer, Skookum Brewery is a great place to hang out and enjoy some really great brews. They are following all of the restrictions put in place by WA State in support of the COVID-19 mitigation efforts, but aren't being fascist about their customers following arbitrary restrictions put in place by King Jay. I'd give them six stars if I could.
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DM O.

Yelp
Love these guys! Everyone who is there is super friendly! Beer is awesome, new beers coming out all the time. Also, the food selection is great when you get a hankering for some food. Also, if you love dogs they are very pet friendly and even have a few dog specific events here.
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Ashley B.

Yelp
Favorite local brewery hands down. Love that they have a rotating food truck schedule that you can always view on their website. Being able to bring my puppy there since I got her is another huge plus, there are always a good amount of dogs and it's a good environment. There is a ton of seating inside and outside for the warmer days. Along with a ton of house brewed beers there are always a couple ciders on tap. Love coming here for a quick brew or staying for hours talking, eating, and playing cards.
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Paul A.

Yelp
This is the new location by the airport. Same great beer, staff, and prices. Lotsa room inside. Worth the trip.
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Jamie R.

Yelp
I try to usually avoid the north end, just not my thang, but it looks like I have a reason to come and visit on purpose thanks to this great brewery! What a huge surprise! I love the vibe of this place, mix matched tables, awesome bar, great service, and what really matters is delicious beer! I did a tasting set, and liked each beer, my fav was the Hooskal! Don't be afraid to try the food too, we had the Mac n cheese which was delicious and the tomato soup. The soup was under seasoned but very tasty. Expect excellent service, the gals working the place checked on us several times and the place was busyish on this particular Sunday afternoon. We will be back!!

Chuck B.

Yelp
Their barleywine is one of the best in the country. Awesome brewery, well run place, worth the trip to visit

Love F.

Yelp
Love the beer. Just not at this location. Hubby and I were on our way to Whidbey for the weekend. We've been drinking Skookum at our favorite Seattle pub, and without exception, enjoyed every single IPA. We were very excited to visit the land of amazing IPA, and were super disappointed with our service experience. We arrived right around when they open, we were probably the second customers that day. We're friendly, btw. We approach the bar, all smiles and enthusiasm. Husband orders a beer, I ask for a flight, and we ask if she can recommend a flight, and the answer is "NO. You do all the work. You tell me what you want by writing it on the board in sharpie." Then she proceeded to be annoyed by our choices, flustered by having to pour 5 separate beers. No eye contact. Rushed. Mind you, we're friendly. And there's no one in line behind us. We meekly retreated with our beers. And observed her at work. She's quite consistent in her service philosophy. "You do all the work. You're going to fry your tastebuds" So - in a nutshell: rude, not helpful, and yet, strangely judge-y for someone who offers zero by way of guidance or expertise about the product she's shilling. Still the love the beer. The team, not so much. Read the reviews - you'll see. There's a theme here. Take your time and money elsewhere.
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Bill G.

Yelp
This place is awesome- it's in one of the old yacht builder steel buildings right by the airport- nothing fancy- just A-Town practical- cold beer, friendly service and a clean, nice place to hang out. Outdoor seating when the suns out so you can enjoy the afternoon and watch some planes working the pattern at Arlington airport- and lots of indoor tables to enjoy a cold one when the weather is not so good. I'm an IPA guy and enjoy those the most- but they have a great variety and I often stray to a porter or ale. Service is great, laid back and easy going. It's cash only- and thats fine by me. I give it 5 stars- by far the best place to grab a beer in Arlington!
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Julia A.

Yelp
Ok. So I came out here like 2 years ago with my dogs (well behaved and on leash) and was told by the girl at the bar that only service dogs are allowed and only outside. So I've been avoiding going here for like 2 years because this chick tells me I can't bring my kids. My husband goes to some meeting/conference and meets another bartender from Skookum and tells her what we were told and she told my husband that dogs are totally allowed in the brewery. I've been boycotting Skookum because this other chick and am glad I finally decided to go last week. This place is HUGE! And wow .. what a great location. Just gorgeous. And a resident pup that I've decided I want her to like me. Now to the beer. Yeah .. its pretty awesome. I got one of the like 5 IPA's on tap. Yo .. that's kinda awesome. Just a nice relaxed atmosphere with great people behind the bar who are knowledgeable about the beers and well .. they're nice people, too. Definitely keeping Skookum on the list now. Thank Goodness my husband met this woman who shared the "dogs are allowed" info. I will definitely be back.
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Joyce W.

Yelp
This is our favorite beer place to come and bring our dog! We are big hazy and dark beer fans! This place is awesome! They don't offer food, but most days they have BOMB food trucks parked outside! If you're a craft beer lover, you can't pass up this place!!!
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David S.

Yelp
Delightful brewery in Arlington. Lots of choices. Very very busy. They do a great job. Great service. Nice facility.
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Erica K.

Yelp
The brewery is in a brand new location across the street from the airport in Arlington, allowing a large inside and outside seating area. They are cash only, but there is an ATM on site. The beer is good. I really like their hefeweizen, which has really strong banana notes. Overall, their selection is good, and their beers are a good price (~$4 a pint). They also serve food, which I've never tasted, but every time we've been, multiple people are eating. It seems like the brewery also holds events, and you can have parties there, also. On our last visit, they were hosting a 50th birthday party, and had a taco bar for attendees. A couple weeks before that, they had a dog day, including toys for the dogs!
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Jennifer J.

Yelp
Though it's a little off the beaten path, we try to find an excuse to stop at Skookum whenever we can. The setting is wonderful, in an old aircraft hangar with tons of space and games to play. The beer selection is wonderful; on a recent visit we tried their barrel-aged stout which was heavenly! In the summer they have a huge outdoor seating area, and are very dog-friendly. My only beef is they are a cash-only establishment; there's a cash machine on-site, though, if you need it.
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Jenni C.

Yelp
GREAT beer! Loved almost everything we tried. My fave was probably the Olde Tom IPA and the Hefeweizen (which isn't usually my flavor of choice). The atmosphere was cool - lots of seating inside and out. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is due to the "cash only" rule. In this day and age, you just have to accept credit cards. Even new up and coming tap room only breweries take credit cards via an iPad and square. I, personally, would be willing to pay 2% more for great beer to avoid the $2.75 ATM fee (not to mention my bank fee on top of that). We'll be back, only with more cash next time.
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Aleta H.

Yelp
Stopped by for a quick drink and bite. I had the Limoncello cider, very good. I ordered the jalapeno cheeseburger from the truck. They use bacon infused with jalapenos. Fantastic burger but a little spicy for me.
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Gabe W.

Yelp
Disappointed in their closing policy, tried going at 745, (they adbertise they close at 8), for a quick beer with a couple friends and they wouldn't seat us. Lame. Maybe they should advertise their hard stop time for serving.???

Krystal G.

Yelp
Drove an hour to arrive to this crappy place. Bartender was so rude and not helpful. Bad customer service. Such a "you're bothering me" type of vibe she gave.
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Stacia S.

Yelp
Great beer, great service and the cheesiest nachos I've ever had, anywhere! Excellent flavor adds to the food, too. Obviously others feel the same, good crowd but, not too loud. Outside and inside sitting. We will be frequenting Skookum for certain! The only reason I gave 4 stars- cash only, (there IS an ATM inside) no tabs and, we had to get someone's attention for service every time. Even though we were sitting at the bar- empty glasses, empty growlers- nobody stopped. When we DID get someone's attention, they were friendly. No kids, either. We will be back, regardless.