I love the Kenai Brewery :) I've been a regular here since my family and I moved up here in 21'. -The staff are sweet--don't hover around you but also talk with you. -The food is great--I ALWAYS get the boneless chicken wings and they're so so good. -The ambiance is great!! They've got an and out outdoor seating area, a bar, and they put up artwork that locals create to sell. 10/10 :) do go! read more

Casual brewery where you order food at the counter and with typical brewery ambiance--self seating. We got the boneless wings and fries. The food was hot and good. We also had their homemade root beer which was pretty good. read more

Great beer options! Loved trying new beers and flavors. It's a super cute spot. It definitely gets busy so plan timing. They have an outdoor seating area so that is always a great option. Service was great, quick and helpful. Breweries are always fun! read more

Kenai River is a great stop on the way to your destination. They have amazing beer, great food, and a comforting atmosphere. I really enjoyed their patio picnic area. They had some nice fire-pits and shelter from the rain. When you walk in, it's seat yourself and walk ups to order food and drinks. The food didn't take long, about 10 minutes. Food: bar food basics 4/5 Beer: 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 read more

Kenai River Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

We don't drink beer very often, but family told us to give this place a try for the food. We came in 2025 at the lunch hour. We were pleasantly surprised at the nice open drinking and dining area, that extends out to a patio area. We had a cheeseburger and fries, a grilled chicken sandwich and fries, and a bowl of onion soup. The sandwiches and fries were excellent. The onion soup was what my partner was afraid of. She reported that the thick melted cheese was good, but the broth tasted like what you get from packaged beef broth. It wasn't to her liking. read more

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Kenai River Brewing is in my mind is in a more remote part of Alaska and that may sound amusing to say as in this state it's very easy and frequent to wind up in a remote location. But for a town just hovering below 5,000 people it seems like this is the local hub here. And pleasantly enough there is a brewery here to make it also a hub for some enjoyment as well in addition to necessities. For Kenai River Brewing the beer that I had and Steve had some sips of was the Grateful Red. This is an Irish Red Ale that I liked and a type of beer I don't often get but every once in a while I like getting one. Flavor features with this beer are malty, hoppy and with a clean aftertaste. The beer goes down smooth and is light bodied which I can always appreciate. Very glad and extremely thankful to try this brewery that in my mind is certainly off many beaten paths. read more

Kenai River Brewing - The Grateful Red Irish Red Ale from Kenai River Brewing! - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

Decent food dining in, terrible food as take out. Not sure what the disconnect is. 3 stars

Amazing food. Quick and delicious. Outdoor seating was great when weather permits. Highly recommend!

Outstanding Beer and Food! My son and I really enjoyed sitting on the patio next to a fire and enjoying great beer and food. We had such a good experience we went back the next day. Try the patty melt! read more

Let me tell you, this place is busy in July. We tried coming here on a Saturday, ended up driving through the parking lot 3 times before giving up. If that happens to you, don't let it deter you. We came back mid-week and I'm so glad we did. The French onion soup was amazing, one of the best I've had. The broth is beery (they use one of their own to make it), the cheese was the right kind of cheese and browned nicely, and the bread was rye, which was a nice surprise. The Kenai Quarter burger was the perfect size for both me and my husband, with quality toppings. I even thought the fries were decent; they're the hand cut, peels still on style, which I don't usually like but they weren't limp and greasy. The beer selection wasn't to my liking, but I'm weird and only like dark beer. I tried the house root beer instead and really liked it. My IPA-loving husband thought the beer selection had something for everybody, and enjoyed the ones he tried. Overall, a great place to visit when you want to get off the river and I will definitely be coming back. read more

This is a great brew pub. Nice beer selections made onsite. There is a nice food selection with standard and vegetarian options. It's order at the counter, with the food served at the table. It's back off the main drag. Rustic hip look read more

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This brewery has been a favorite since it was just a small operation located on the Spur. Now in its new location, with outdoor dining near the Kenai River and award winning brews, it's worth a stop. The food is limited and average for taste, but will fill in the chinks with your favorite beer - mine was their dark milk stout! Service is always pleasant and quick. There aren't many options in the Soldotna / Kenai area, so think about making this at least one of them when you're in town. read more

This place is fine. Burgers remind me of Wendy's rather than something quality. The beer selection was pretty limited and not very impressive. read more

Always great. The best place in Soldotna. Staff is always amazing. Lots of great Beer choices. Never disappoints. read more

Wow we loved this brewery! The atmosphere! My husband and I sat out back, there was plenty of seating, surrounded by trees. It was so lovely! Dan enjoyed wings and I enjoyed ice cream, and of course the beer! If you can't decide what beer you want, roll the dice! The coolest idea! One of our favorite breweries on our trip! Thank you! read more

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Absolutely the worst lunch ever. Had soup and wings. Supposed to be chicken tortilla soup. On big bowl of stewed tomatoes with a few chunks of tough chicken. Wings were microwaved. The waitress did a really nice job. A hundred dollar lunch that was terrible. Never going back ever! Place used to be awesome. Had the best burgers! read more

Great! Lots of microbrew available. I got the lager which is very tasty, and I have to commend my server for the recommendation. I was here for a recent colleagues department annual party. It was great because I got two of those loggers as well if they're amazingly delicious Reuben sandwiches with bacon and jalapeños. Nice atmosphere very welcoming ambient. Easy parking, delicious food and drink. I will definitely be back. read more

This place is legit! It was recommended by the fishing guide and he was not wrong. The brewery is big, plenty of space and clean. They have a big patio with a few fire pits that will keep you warm. The inside has plenty of seating with big windows. They have an ample amount of beer and all kinds. They even have root beer. I had the burger and it was juice and flavorful. I also ordered the wings and they have like a gummy bear sauce that was really good. After I placed the order, I noticed the fries loaded with pulled beef and cheese curds. All I have to say, IT IS A MUST!!! The service was great and very attentive. The bartender was very knowledgeable on the beer and friendly. If you are very hungry and looking for a place to eat, look no further than this brewery and help you local business. read more

Best Mac 'n Cheese I've ever had. Add the chicken and bacon. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy with great flavor. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

A great place to go after a morning or day fishing. Great beer selections and menu. The deal is you can start a tab at the bar or by ordering food at the window, find a table, inside or outside. They will bring the food to your table when ready. We have eaten there numerous times. Recently, three days after I needed my jacket and when I couldn't find it thought maybe I left it there. I called and Cara told me it's right here behind the bar where it was 5 days later when I had time to get back there to get it. read more

The food was excellent. We went for their Sunday brunch. Chicken fried steak and eggs & eggs, Benedict with Home fries. The service was excellent and always a low-key ambience. Would recommend to anyone read more

Kenai River Brewing - Eggs, Benedict with home fries. - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

I was in Soldotna to visit friends and they recommended this place for food. Unfortunately, I only had time to have one dish and that was their pastrami sandwich. However, it's indicative of the food their serve. It was delicious and refreshingly generous. As I ate my sandwich, I saw lots of food go past me as they were being served and I would have had any one of them. The place is nice with a lively atmosphere. They serve a lot of local beer flavors made on site, but I did not try any. My friends however are big fans of their brews. It's absolutely a must-go kinda place when you're visiting Soldotna or any other nearby town. read more

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Stopping for a break and some cold beer on our drive from Homer back to Anchorage, we made our way to Kenai River Brewing. We had already eaten a late lunch in Homer, so this review can't speak to their food menu, although everything coming out of the kitchen looked quite tasty! I had their Russian River Razz in addition to trying a flight of a few of their other pours. I liked the Russian River Razz the most and was the one I ended up ordering a full pint of. My husband tried some of their darker beers and thought that they were mellow and smooth. They were following all social distancing and health protocols, with limited capacity and masks required. A nice little stop to break up the drive between Anchorage and Homer. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Flight - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

Food was great and the beer was good. We had the burger and it was very good. Local brews were also very good. Get there early. Draws a big crowd. read more

Beautiful venue. Menu looked amazing. Definitely a wonderful place to wind down after a day of hiking! read more

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Really enjoyed my visit here. We arrived when it opened and there was a line to get in. Appreciated that we got to order food at the counter and the beer from the bar. Decent pub food and great beer. Which we could have sat outside but it was a bit on the cooler side. Friendly staff who seeMed genuinely pleased to serve. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Scottish Red - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

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This is my 2nd time eating/drinking here. Each time has been good and I had no issue getting a table. Burgers were juicy and nicely flavored although I wish they had gluten free buns as an option. Nice selection of beer and each one I've tried has been delicious. They also have NA options on draft including root beer and kombucha. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Beer - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

Went for lunch with some friends. Food was a bit spendy but it was good. Fair variety of beer.

I came to Kenai River Brewing with a large group of 10 in early June. We came during the lunch hour and as expected, it was busy. They did a great job getting all our food out in a timely manner and worked with our group to get us a seat. The food here was delicious. I ordered the Reuben with Sweet Potato Fries and it did not disappoint. The sandwich was piled with meat and the fries were cooked perfectly. Ordering was done at a central register and food was brought out to us at the table. Tables were seat yourself and the staff was helpful with suggestions for what to order. It was relatively quick given the lunch rush and the staff was very friendly. The ambiance was exactly what I would expect from a brewery. People were laid back and friendly. Overall, I'd definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking to grab a bite in the Soldotna area. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Reuben with Sweet Potato Fries - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

This place is like waking into a cozy cabin. We were greeted right away. The bartender was very helpful. Telling us what we can get what beers are her fav. We each got flights tried 8 beers. They had some interesting ones. Gummi Bears, yes gummi bear beer. I didn't enjoy it, but it smells like a gummi bear. Their nut brown was really really good. I didn't think I was an amber ale gal but this one was great. A flight was $6 (usd). The cheapest we've found so far on our trip. Again a great experience. I ordered a small bowl of onion soup. It was delicious and warmed me up. The ladies I dealt with over at the food counter area were so friendly and helpful. My soup was $7. I'd come here again, it's got such a nice country feel to it and it's clean and comfortable. We sat at the windows at the back and got to look out at the big beautiful trees. There is a patio but we were a bit chilly and wanted to stay inside. This place is a great stop along our brewery tour. I was pleased with how helpful the workers were and how nice everyone was. read more

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Great service. Great poutine. Gravy is delish. Sloshies are also highly edible. Similar to a margarita.

More than just beer. The food is fresh and hot. The service was friendly and the food was brought out when it was ready, which is always a bonus. The Reuben was loaded with corned beef, very generous with portions here. The sweet potato fries were excellent as well. The rest of our party ordered: Patty melt Wedge salad Chili Colorado tacos Hamburger House-made root beer read more

Kenai River Brewing - Reuben - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

We ordered just about everything on the menu and it was all phenomenal. The chicken wings were HUGE and so flavorful. The burger and chicken sandwich came with hearty portions of fries too. They're known for their beer, though, and those are truly tasty. If I'm ever back in the area, this will be a must stop. read more

This is a lovely environment. We stopped by and tried a few things on tap (all delicious) and grabbed a growler which was great all week.

Beer: not the best Burger: okay Fries: good Service: waited just about 1 hour for 2 burgers and they asked for a tip before giving the service and I was a sucker to give them 20% Would not go back read more

Great must-visit stop in Soldotna. It's popular, so keep an eye out for open tables on a Friday night! The house craft beer options do hit the spot and pair well with the food options. The burgers/sandwiches/fries are legit and serve as the perfect accompaniment to a fresh pour. Some standard greatest hits are here mixed with some out there flavor profiles (like gummibears) and combine to make for an interesting beer list. If you're stuck on what to get, just give the dice at the bar a roll and let fate decide! read more

Best food on the peninsula at great prices. The Reuben and poutine fries are both awesome. Cheaper than a McDonald's meal!

I stopped by here a couple of Wednesdays ago my father for some afternoon drinks. We had been out fishing on the Kenai River for most of the morning and so the Kenai River Brewing Company seemed like a logical stop. As I often do whenever I visit a new brewery, I went with a flight. At Kenai River Brewing Company that consists of four beers of your choosing and I went with the River H2O Pale Ale, Kenai SIPa, Grateful Red and finally the gummy bear beer. I really enjoyed the first three of those with the SIPA being my favorite of the bunch. It was the gummy bear beer (a Belgian type ale) which I didn't really enjoy. For whatever reason it just didn't work for me which is a shame as I am a big fan of gummy bears. Still I will applaud them for their effort to create something on the interesting side. The bottom line for me is that I would back here again in the future. I like that they are being creative, even if I didn't personally like it, and thought that the rest of their beers were some of the best that I had on the Kenai peninsula. read more

Kenai River Brewing - Sampler - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska

This place came highly recommended by a bookseller, so we decided to give it a try. I am so glad we came here! The food was well prepared and tasted great. I had a chicken sandwich - it was mouth-watering and flavorful. My husband had the hamburger and said that he really liked it. The kids menu offered plentiful options, even for picky eaters. In fact, we saw several kids have lunch there with grownups. The beer sampler was delicious! Overall, a really good experience. We will be back! read more

Although I just stopped in for a beer, or sloshie as they call it there, I loved it ! A cute little brewery with some good food options and the sloshie is to die for. They'll sneak up on you but wow do they do the job. 2 was great if I had 3 I would have probably needed help home! read more

Kenai River Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Soldotna, Alaska