The Good Society Brewery & Public House

My favorite local brewery! The beers here are great, the service is always prompt and friendly and the weekly trivia is a highlight. The only knock against them is the food on offer, it's only okay (I'd suggest sticking to either the Bavarian pretzel or the tots) but honestly I go to a brewery for the beers and good company not for a culinary experience so this doesn't bother me. Make sure to check out the frose if you visit during the warmer months!

This is a new find for us. Loved it. My husband and I really enjoyed The First to Fall Grisette while we snacked on the yummy Brewer’s Board. High ceilings, party lights strung indoors, large (and smaller) tables so you can meet up with a large group of friends. You can see the brewing equipment. Large wall displaying a local artist’s work. Clean bathrooms. Friendly, well trained service staff. Covered outside area which also have party lights. Well definitely will return.

Deeply disappointed by the “mac and cheese” which was more mac than cheese. Liked the little hazy honeycrisp cider though. Really like the cards and uno at every table.

Ranked the best small brewpub in the US right before the pandemic, and glad they're doing well. Offering a variety of on-tap and to-go options, with a good range of (but not sole focus on) IPAs and pale ales. To-go cheese plate was also impressive, with high-end selections.

Excellent beer, fun, family environment during the day. Honest, I wish they were open early enough on every school day….parents like to wind down on Wednesdays sometimes too after a hard day’s work while their kids get EARLY RELEASE 😊

I’ve come here several times and it’s always been great. However this time my friend was cut off after his second beer because “he was slurring his words.” He is from Australia and was just visiting and did not cause any problems. He asked the bartender if it was due to a consumption limit or a rule, and he said “bartender intuition.” Unfortunately no one at our party felt welcome or safe in this confrontational environment.

Great local brewery in West Seattle! They have a few gluten free (non beer) options and have added a few gluten free and vegan snacks to their limited eat-in menu as well. Typically best for a drink before or after dinner. Ample indoor seating (we jokingly call it the baby brewery because it easily accommodates many strollers) and excellent outdoor seating on the street that is heated in the winter. All around good vibes and a solid all-season spot.

TLDR: Not dog or baby friendly. Would recommend families heading to ounces or west Seattle brewery or future primitive instead for a more relaxed family friendly experience. We used to love this place and came all the time for trivia but now that we have a baby (15 month old) it’s no longer possible. Our 15 month old was walking up and down the ramp not bothering anyone and we were told she couldn’t “play” in the bar and that she needed to remain seated. Unless you have a baby of the age or temperament to remain seated for a meal I’d recommend heading to any number of other breweries in the area. We always have a good time at ounces and west Seattle brewing on Fauntleroy or alki. At ounces and the west Seattle brewing on alki dogs are also welcome! At good society dogs aren’t allowed in. Or babies of walking age either it seems 😅 Won’t be coming back to good society sadly! It’s just a pity to have one of your go to places ruined like this. Especially as new first time parents who have a hard enough time getting out of the house. Overall it was a very demoralizing evening. _______ UPDATE: after posting this review the manager (probably) commented on this review asking me to reach out. This was for the public’s benefit only as I did reach out and received no reply. Very unprofessional. It’s clear somewhere in the past few years management changed because you can see google reviews from three years ago saying how baby friendly good society is and that they have toys around. Most certainly not the case now.

The food is absolutely delicious, but mainly the service is out of this world. The nice woman tending bar and working the register has a very kind heart and helped me getting the right food order together for me during a difficult time.

On the way To a movie and We stopped in here for a bite . It was good like the decor of the place. I got the burger with the Swiss cheese and pineapple ring I think it was called the Hawaii five O. My girlfriend got one of the chooses of fish tacos . I did get to eat a few if my fries and all of the burger ,but there is no samples of her food , the tacos look delicious. The staff was friendly The food was good and hot on arrival. Did not have time for dessert But would have enjoyed a drink just not when driving.

Nice little brewery located in West Seattle This place is kid friendly and they do have some items to accommodate kids which is nice, but definitely didn't get a good feel from the staff members about having kids there. Didn't feel super welcome and there were a decent amount of kids For food, we got the Mac and cheese, pepperoni pizza and pork nachos. Mac and cheese was ok, pizza was ok and not entirely hot (I found out after I asked that they get their pizza from a local spot and then warm them up there which explains that it's good but not great) and the pork nachos were the best we ordered but wish they would have put more nacho cheese on there (I did ask for more and they did give me extra free of charge) The beer there have there is actually pretty good All in all it's a good spot to go and hang out, pretty good food and good beer. Will be back but won't be my go to spot

My run club comes here regularly and they are constantly rude to us. I got yelled at by staff for not moving out of his way while he was bussing the beer garden. I now regularly bring my own food and drink in because forget patronizing this place.

Fun place stop for some beverages and a bite to eat! I stopped here with two friends. I ordered a flight of beer and BBQ chicken pizza. The items were quite pricey--ended up being around $27 dollars. I paid it and waited. Drinks were ready instantly and food was out pretty darn quickly! My friend got a well done pepperoni pizza and I ordered the BBQ chicken. They are frozen, so they aren't cooked greave which was good to note. I found out because I asked for my pizza without onions. Pizza was still decent! Crispy and cooked to my liking (although some may think mine was too fair). My friend requested her pizza burnt and she got it that way! The pepperoni was spicy and yummy. Ambiance was chill but nice. I enjoyed the environment. Overall, I would definitely come here again!

Walking in West Seattle on a beautiful sunny Sunday and I ended up here. On accident? Nope, thank you Yelp for the brewery recommendations in the area. The vibe here is super cool and fun here with many choices for beer. I had a sour which was super refreshing and just the right amount of sour for a sunny day. Based on previous reviews I ordered the pretzel. My pretzel experience was not favorable. It was hard, almost stale and I had to soak it in the cheese sauce to take a bite. No problem here, perhaps it was an off day for pretzels here. The service was super friendly and the vibe excellent. Clean restrooms, open seating with loads of room. The outdoor area is huge! Probably a remnant of COVID outdoor seats. The heat was kicking up so I sat inside for the air conditioning. I look forward to more fun vibes in West Seattle. Cheers, happy Yelping.!

Love this place for families with small kids. Good drinks and decent food. Small piece of feedback: the place is geared to families but they only have 2 high chairs, and a strap is broken on one of them. It's been like this for at least 6 months...strongly encourage management to buy more high chairs!

Love the outdoor seating and friendly service. Only downfall is they don't have any ice on the premises for when I need to hydrate between drinks. Love the little charcuterie board and they have wine on tap! Fun & friendly vibes

This is one of our favorite local breweries in WA. When the West Seattle bridge was closed and it was more of a hassle to get over there, we still made the trek because it's just that good. What we love about this place is not only what they're doing for the local community (portions go towards a local cause), but their beer is really excellent! I've not encountered a brewery like this place where everything on their menu is good! Our favorite is their "First to Fall", and they have won numerous awards for it. It's just a fantastic beer. The subtle sour, and fruit notes to it is something that I've not found in other beers, and at 4.9% ABV, I can actually enjoy it without any allergic reaction! For food, their partnership with SliceBox is strong, and highly recommend the BBQ Chicken pizza. The Bavarian pretzel is soft and 1 can feed 2 people to share. The beer mustard is house-made as well and has a great coarse texture. We always take back a few growlers home to enjoy, and they last for about 2 weeks for best peak flavor. The packaging and design are attractive as well. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and very inviting and open to all. Highly recommend making a trip out here to hang out over good brews, company, and eats. Easy street parking around the corner too!

We come here on Wednesdays (7pm-9pm) for music bingo. Usually I come early to get a pair of bar seats, since the shared table tops fill up fast. They do have heated outdoor seating. Staff is friendly. I normally get an ipa and tots. We have tried majority of the menu. The ceases salad or bbq chicken pizza are good additions. Music bingo is a great activity that we look forward to. Lots of singing, dancing, and competition. The host is entertaining and walks around checking up. Need to recognize song titles or artist for bingo numbers.

Absolutely incredible pretzel. The best one I have ever had to be specific. Super soft, fluffy, buttery, and salty, everything you want in a pretzel!

The vibe here is very relaxed and chill. Open seating communal seating concept. Walk up to the counter, place your order, enjoy, and bus your own table. Prices are reasonable. Great selection. Very clean. Beer is GREAT! Pretzel is served fresh and hot!

Welp. Wanted to like it here. Took us 60min to get all of our food ( pretzel, tater tots and a brat). We had to ask where our food was. Understandably so, technology happens and our ticket didn't make it to the kitchen. HOWEVER, we had to go up there and ask where it was (not busy it was a Wed 6@night). It came 10min later which was lovely- HOWEVER we wanted to leave before music bingo happened at 7. So all of our food had to be boxed up. When asked for a break off our bill considering the absurd wait time we got comped .... The tots. The cheapest item. We had 3 beers!!! We tried. Omg did we try! We played trivia at our table hoping and being patient. When asked for something off our bill the bartender was real reluctant to do it and made it seem absurd. I get it. Times are weird. People are weird but damn what a let down. Own the hour delay in our very easy to make food. Also so many damn kids. Ew. We will try again for the good beer because it's served right away!

Finally checked this place out and I'll be back! Love the large open room! Really enjoyed the "Dance Party" ale! Also bought a 4-pack of L-7 and it rocked as well. Their 10" pepperoni pizza is delicious! Awesome bartender!

We've tried many many breweries in the Seattle area and this one really feels like MY place. Not only is the beer good, the staff is awesome, the ambiance is chill with families playing cards and groups laughing and talking. I appreciate that they don't just sell beer, they support various causes. This brewery is also quite LGBTQ+ friendly!

Such a great brewery and spot to grab a bite! I was here for February's silent book club and that was an excellent decision. The food and beer are both really good. The space is large and it's a great, friendly atmosphere. Overall an awesome brewery that you should visit if you're in the west seattle area!

as a west seattle resident i would be remiss for not reviewing good society abs i already feel somewhat so since it's taken so so long to get there. that will be remedied as i'm now "in the know" and will be there a lot more. it also happens to be in olympic spitting distance (isn't that a new sport to debut in the next summer olympics?!) to my place of employment which could be dangerous in terms of upcoming professional development. today we were the first people there and the woman working was super nice to us, accommodating our request to sit outside when she hadn't even had a chance to popes the section up yet along with interest in sampling some of the different offerings on tap. ultimately i settled on the strawberry cider from tieton cider (probably should've gone with a beer done in-house but i generally like stout and wasn't feeling it with the sunshine and mid 70's afternoon) and wasn't at all disappointed. they do have a appetizers, sandwiches and pizza on the food menu but we just did beverages. on many occasions i have driven by and seen the outside section quite full. today (probably because it was right after they opened and not yet 5pm) it was just us and one other table but it still is great how many safety precautions they have put in place: bar codes for drink and food menus, signs for mask protocol, etc. they had all different kinds of beers so never fear you'll be stuck choosing something that just you're "settling on" so you can hang out with friends. this place is the real deal! between the ambiance, the food and beverages, plus attentive service, it is a north admiral gem!

Great local brewery with indoor and outdoor seating. Beer is standard, I usually stick to the lowest percentage and the two I had were pretty good. Came here on Wednesday in August for music bingo and had a blast! Great spot to hang out in West Seattle.

Lovely brewery in West Seattle.. went in for brunch as they had my fav beignets (Jet City Beignets) here on a Sunday.. we ordered the huckleberry and saison and enjoyed both the drinks while we were sitting outdoors.. they have a good set of 6-8 tables outside.. staff and service is nice.. will come back soon for more..

Fantastic beer and super friendly staff. They do a real variety of beers at a consistent level of quality. They don't have a ton of true vegan food options on the menu which is a bummer but they were able to modify the hummus plate and tots to be vegan (no feta and ketchup instead of aioli respectively).

Came here after an appointment. It was a hot summer day and needed a refreshing beverage. There are fans indoor which really help with the heat. I ordered a flight and all were delicious but my favorite was the Hazy Strawberry Cider (it's hot, and I want something light and fruity). I didn't have the food but it smelled delicious. Large table for large groups or for a party of one. You can also sit outside it you like.

I've been all over the map with my opinion around Good Society. For some 6mo prior to their opening, I was more excited than I've ever been for a new brewery because this place seemed to have a good mission statement and it's craft beer only a block from my front door. Immediately after the brewery opened, however, I was a bit disappointed that the place seemed to be the new de facto gathering spot for parents to bring their youngsters along. *I'm not anti-children at all, but a brewery/pub is a venue I prefer not to have kids running amok. Anyway, I was prematurely judging the spot and that was a mistake on my part. Regardless of my initial impression, I've been thrilled to see how Good Society has navigated the pandemic (that they've survived!) and how they've grown into their own. I love that they're canning and selling to-go 4 packs now! The last thing I'll say is that Good Society has always put the product first-- they make tasty beer. In my opinion, they are one of the many elements that make me proud to be a West Seattleite.

Good Society is a brewery that is a recent addition to the West Seattle area. I was not particularly having the best weekend and thought that a brief escape to Seattle was in order and Good Society definitely broke the funk I was experiencing. I tried a few of their beers here and I enjoyed all of them. I got the 2 Blondes beer which as the name suggests is a blonde beer which was very refreshing and had a great flavor profile to it. Same goes for the First to Fall which was a Grisette style beer. As I was relaxing more and getting settled in I noticed that having a meal or at least snack was in order so I ordered their Hummus Board. This was under shareables on the menu but I was hungry enough that I wound up eating it all. Great assortment of veggies like cucumbers, kalamata olives, sugar snap pea crisps, carrots and celery! And of course the feta and the toasted pitas were great! Service was always cheerful and friendly! I really enjoyed my visit here and would love a return!

This place is a great space and has great beer but holy heck the place is like a damn day care. Family friendly is one thing but kids basically take over this place. Great place for couples with kids but adults who want a nice day out or brewery stop will feel like you are drinking beer in a nursery school. Space, beer, cider and food: 5 stars! Wine selection: could be improved. Only had one option today. 3 stars Kid zone/play space atmosphere: 1star Bottom line, if your a family and want to relax with other parents... this is your SPOT! Kid less adults... maybe try another spot :)

Fantastic beer and pizza! Loved the bbq chicken pizza and their sour beer on tap. This place is pretty neat but somewhat small so be prepared to sit outside if it's busy. The pizza is personal pan size with a nice thin crunch to it. Super good. Would certainly go back.

I love the ambiance and the vibe here, and for a brewery, i honestly thought they had a nice little wine selection and good food.

The drinks and environment is great but they really need to up their food and customer service. The grilled cheese is pathetic.

This place has dealt with Covid-19 with grace, and despite being on the verge of closing and all the other hurdles this pandemic has thrown in its way they've still managed to snag the GABF Best Small Brewery of the Year award. Few breweries open up with a lineup this solid, or get Gold GABF awards in their first year open. Seriously, there isn't a bad beer here. My personal favorites are their saisons, lagers, and the kolsch, but every hazy is a knockout too. Plus they donate proceeds to support non-profits like the West Seattle Food Bank, Forterra, and the NAACP. An true anchor of the neighborhood. I'll really miss living nearby and seeing this place grow. Now I just need someone to mail me their beer. If you post a bad review about a struggling business during this pandemic you're a real turd.

Great location to hang out with your favorite neighborhood friends. Great beer! Owners do a great job making it comfy! Don't miss the cheese tray!

I don't know why it took us so long to check out this place! Maybe because I myself am not a huge beer fan, but who knew they had excellent wine on tap!!! Love the atmosphere, love the family with kids vibe, great little pizzas and cheese plate! Excellent large/long tables can fit everyone. The boys loved the beer on tap! Currently building more permanent outdoor structure that looks cool too!

Delicious beers. Every time I get a brew here, it's a win. Cool staff, clean and spacious. Best microbrewery in West Seattle.

First of all, don't downgrade the place because of some crappy parents that allow theirs kids to be out of control...this is not the establishments fault more an issue of the demographic that comes in (the holier than thou of W. Sea) - it's an art to teach your kids to behave when dinning or drinking out, that starts at a young age. I digress. Cool place, friendly staff, good beer. Really enjoyed everything about coming here, especially with the 'Rona situation. Will be back with my trained kids that aren't loud AF, won't be laying on the floor, and won't ruin your adult conversation.

Review in the TIme of Covid: This review is just for the online ordering and pickup experience (and the beer, of course.) I'm not spending any time out among people, so I appreciate having these options available. If you live on the island of West Seattle, you gotta go to this place. They do a charitable donation as part of your purchase (Good Society, eh?), and they have very good beer. I can see why they've already one a GABF award! I ordered a crowler for curbside pickup, which was super easy to do. Their website is easy to navigate, and it's easy to just purchase whatever you want. All you have to do is get there - which from Ballard is a whole other story! It was quite the trek, but the beer was worth it! It was a proper oatmeal stout that I chose, and I only wish I has bought more while I was there. They gave easy instructions for pickup, and they brought it right out to my car and into my open trunk. It was also easy to pull up, which is not necessarily guaranteed at many places offering curbside. I look forward to coming here with my West Seattle friends once the pandemic (and perhaps the bridge) have sorted themseives out!

The biggest problem with GSB is that it is located too close to my house. How can i walk from Safeway to Hanford and not stop in and get a growler???? This afternoon I opted for the only beer I had not tasted and got the 3 points triple berry......was a bit reluctant as it sounded a bit sweet, but in fact is an amazing ale, yes, with a bit of berry tang....but a remarkable beer. A good summer thirst quencher. So glad you guys are in the hood, and congratulations on the award(s).

Phil Cammarano was named Washington State Homebrewer of the Year in 2016 and now we finally have a public space to enjoy his beer! Favorite things about The Good Society: - DELICIOUS BEER - Portion of the proceeds go to charity - Crowler and growler fills available for beer to-go - Cool glassware that I've never seen anywhere else - Beer flights available - Friendly service (you'll spot the head brewer Phil's wife & daughter working from time to time!) - Toys + games available to keep kiddos entertained - The long communal tables are made from bowling alley lanes!!! - Plenty of natural light, high ceilings, string lights = cool vibe - Hard cider & wine available for those with gluten allergies Things to note: - No televisions, so don't expect to watch the game here - No dogs allowed because they serve food & don't have outdoor seating

Outstanding new West Seattle brew pub... Excellent brews from the brewery and a fine list of guest brews.. Not a beer drinker? They have solid wine options and non alcoholic choices... Food options are still evolving but you can bring stuff in if you are hungry.. we will be back!

What I love most about this place is probably a little different than most: the art. The past few months when I've been in they've had interesting and engaging paintings on the wall, part of their support for the West Seattle Art Walk. I like that they support and love the chance to view it while waiting on my order. The beer is fine (I'm sure it's fantastic, really, I'm Just not a beer drinker so much), and the food is tasty (above average for typical pub food). But what makes it a cut above for me is their support of artists and the delight we get from seeing what's on the wall. It appears to change monthly.

Delicious beer in a great environment. Family friendly, but bring stuff for your younger kids to do. Never had a bad experience with staff. Glad I found this place.

Admiral needed a brewery and I'm so glad it's this one. Love that they have beer and cider, plus snacks. A little bit of everything for a group. The atmosphere is chill and fun with a bunch of lights and banquet style tables. The staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming. And it's hard not to love a business that gives back to the community. Only downside can be the kids. But that's not necessary the brewery's fault

Great neighborhood spot to grab a drink with friends. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and beer. I recommend the admiral sunset pale ale. Ordered a few sets of appetizers and was generally pleased. Place is usually pretty busy on a Sunday afternoon, but overall great experience!

I was visiting Seattle and we found Good Society and it was Fantastic. I think my Favorite beer was the Habanero-Lime it was beyond believable. I have a Brewery that I frequent In Ca. that makes a Cucumber, Habanero and other chiles and it totally beat it!!!! Thanks for the Great Brew.

We live in the neighborhood and have been coming since they opened. We were really excited to support a local brewery that has a good story. That being said, we felt quite judged for having children and not welcomed. Interesting, especially since they use to have a children's area prepandemic, are located in a neighborhood with a ton of kids, across from an elementary school and a field/playground. Maybe it was just a bad day for the blond lady that works there. She also forgot our pizza and after waiting way too long we ordered another one. When the bill came we made sure we brought it up and wanted to make sure we weren't charged twice for it. Did she apologize, nope, just gave us a a smile with that I hate this table look and told us it's loud sometimes so... ‍ Anyway, left feeling not great about this place but our complaints all came down to the service.

I would have never guessed that they were relatively new to the scene. They are friendly, have outdoor and great indoor seating, and most importantly good beer! Must try especially if you are heading to watch or coming from a movie at the Admiral Theatre :)

Great beer, they have pop up food trucks + outdoor seating. when we visited they had the beignets truck from jet city beignets, made for a great Sunday brunch!

Extremely impressed by this place. We live close by and Covid has obviously impacted so many people in what they can and cannot do, but The Good Society had managed to take their time and set up a wonderful outdoor space with heaters at each table. The food and drinks are amazing! We can see the Good Society being our new local spot.

Good beer. Rude service. I was here to visit my hometown and hang out with a friend who recommended this place. I accidentally sat down at a table that I didn't realize hadn't been cleaned and the man (grouchy gray hair guy) was extremely condescending and rude about it (I was also wearing a mask) and we witnessed him have a nasty tone to other customers. I hate writing bad reviews but this guy spread his negative vibes to everyone and I'm not supportive of that.

So glad they are open during this pandemic. Their outdoor seating is awesome, convenient, and great for people watching. I am also a fan that that they have dedicated lines for the delicious peach cider and Prosecco, respectively. Support small business!

Awesome beer for a good cause! If you like saisons, their Urban Farmer is amazing! Great indoor and outdoor space and are taking COVID protocols seriously.

Great brightly lit place! They have a decent selection with good dark beer. Reasonable price, friendly service. The place is packed!