Headed to Whistler for a vacation and had to stop here to grab a beer flight and some beers for the…read moreroom! Backcountry is my favorite brewer in BC so it was nice to stop post travel for an IPA flight which was delicious and some crispy French fries ! Service was fantastic, loved the outside patio and ambience and grabbed some beers and merchandise to go! Always a great experience!

tl;dr the impressive sour lineup and fun bar fare are sure to satisfy at this approachably…read moredelicious Squamish brewery Squamish may seem at first like a scenic-yet-suburban pit stop between Vancouver and Whistler. But don't sleep on Squamish's limited-but-delicious food scene. A solid place to start is Backcountry Brewing, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it bar and restaurant on the back side of the towns main shopping plaza. Since debuting in 2017, Backcountry has been a British Columbia beer darling; now, Backcountry prides itself on an ambitious lineup of limited-release beers. From the outside, the converted warehouse blends in with the rest of the industrial block. But inside, Backcountry is lively and inviting. The accents sport a tan and teal color palette. The bar to the right is decked with retro bulbs and a letterboard menu. Sound-dampening panels and camo-shaded lamps hang down from the soaring exposed HVAC. Each table is decked with a laminated BC map and mid-century modern chairs. Eighties tunes echo around the halls. My partner and I visited Backcountry after a full day of hiking, ready to chow down; we ordered a sandwich, a pizza, and a few flights. The Soprano -- Italian Sando was piled high with capicola, mortadella, and prosciutto cotto on a fluffy, poppyseed-laden foccacia. Our side of Five Guys-style, wedge-cut fries was rich and salty, and we loved each one of Backcountry's house-made sauces more than the last. The Meat Your Maker pizza was a deliciously nostalgic riff on the classic meat-lovers pizza. The thin crust stood up against the hefty helping of toppings, and the poofy cornicione paired perfectly with the exciting sauces. On the brewery side, the flights proved to be a fun deal. Across the beers, I was most impressed by the sours. Our collective favorite was the "Plan B? We Need A Plan C, D, E, We Need More Alphabets" (a basil-forward pineapple sour), while the "I'll Take You To the Candy Shop" (a peach-centric sour) and the "Might As Well Go For A Soda" (a gummy cola-esque cherry sour) were strong competitors. Meanwhile, the non-sour beers I tried were relative duds, including the "Never Taken A Shortcut Before?" oatmeal stout and the Sneaky Peach Cider. The service was friendly but somewhat inattentive throughout the meal, and the bill came to about $60 (after tax and tip). More than anything else, Backcountry satisfied -- it achieved the ideal brewery balance of fun, elevated, and casual. After our stay in Whistler, I admittedly had low expectations for Squamish, but Backcountry Brewing was a beyond-pleasant surprise, and I surely would visit again.

Nice indoor/outdoor beer garden outside of Pemberton. The perfect stop during our 30 mile bike ride…read moredown Pemberton Meadows Road. The place is nicely decorated and feels like a fun oasis within farming country. We didn't actually have the beer but did have a nice cider that was on tap as well as some burgers and fries from the food truck. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely stop in again.

Great beer, lots of unique options, fun ambiance. Dogs allowed on the patio outside. It's pretty…read moreoff the beaten path but worth the drive!

Last day in Whistler and had to stop here as we love Coast Mountain!…read more A day off Whistler Beer Fest they had a lot of amazing IPAs - enjoyed a flight of Tombstone Hazy IPA, Green Therapy West Coast IPA, Hop Merchant and Overlord! Great vibe, service, crowd and beers! A must have for us when in Whistler

We stopped here in the afternoon to get a beer and some food while visiting Whistler. It was such a…read morepleasant afternoon that we decided to sit outdoors. We got a few different beers and the kombucha along with the poutine, pita bread and hummus and falafel. Everything we had was very good. Would definitely go back again, when in Whistler.

I just have to drop in here to say, this Grapefruit Ale is my new favorite beer. It is SO light,…read moretasty, full bodied... I can't sell it more. It's amazing. I had it at a different restaurant in Squamish and then had to come looking for the source. It was well worth it. I also will say, the vibe in this brewery is chill and fun, and the employees are awesome. Great spot to chill with friends! Get that Grapefruit Ale, it's the jam.

"When I get out on the dancing floor There ain't no stopping…read morefor an hour or more I can't stop, I want to kiss your pretty lips 'Cause I know, pretty babe, you got honey in your hips" (The Yardbirds) Our big convention group had the place to ourselves as they closed the restaurant for "a private event", which just so happened to be us! We sampled five of their beers - Mountaineer Pilsner, Grapefruit Ale, Black Tusk Ale, Llemoncello, and Variable Conditions IPA. My favorites by far were the Pilsner and Llemoncello. Very drinkable and thirst quenching. Our food was an appetizer of Vegetable Samosas and I liked them a lot. Flaky crust, plenty of vegetables and potatoes, and just a hint of curry. We had quite a few pizzas in the dining room -vegetable, pepperoni, and a barbecue chicken and pineapple. I liked the vegetable and the BBQ chicken. Both had great flavor and a medium soft crust. We had a few GF and Celiac folks in our group and Whistler Brewery did an outstanding job accommodating them, so hat's off to their staff and kitchen.

One of the newer craft beer places in the Squamish area…read more Parking is available in the lot next to the building. It does get packed though. The venue has an indoor area as well as a large outdoor patio to the E of the building. The place is camping themed. Similar to Camp Brewing in Langley, but without the campsite. As of the time of writing, there are 7-8 beers available, all named after local lakes. Beers are a wee bit pricy compared to Vancouver, but maybe this is the Squamish premium. Special mention goes to the Brohm Lake pineapple ginger saison as well as the Lava Lake rose sour. On Saturdays they also have music bingo. Listen to a song and cross (dab) off a song. Off sales are too rich for my blood. $5 for a can as of the time of writing. Yikes. Overall a decent place to check out if one is in the area.

Ok beers, nice patio, not very welcoming. Stayed for one and left. There are better options in…read moretown

I'm a bit surprised the ratings aren't a bit higher! First, service was AWESOME--we had Stevie and…read moreshe is amazing. We actually came in one day for Apres and another for dinner, happened to get her twice AND SHE REMEMBERED US! She knew our kids' drinks without asking. Impressive. The place itself is really quaint, feels like an old pub. The poutine and dips were great. LOVED their beers--the stout and the hazy were the faves. Came back for dinner and highly recommend the rotisserie chicken--there is a reason it's their special. Will definitely be back if we are in Whistler again!

Craft beer and restaurant near the middle of Whistler Village, just S of the Olympic rings…read more Parking here is horrendous. Surprise surprise. The place is part of Mark James group (Yaletown Brewing etc.), so one can already know what to expect if one has been to the other locations. Staff are friendly. Most of them seem to be Australian. Only complaint was that my friends and I couldn't be seated outside on the patio for some reason, even though there were clearly tables available (I didn't see any reserved signs). Not sure why the waitress insisted we sit inside where the place was maybe 30% full, but oh well. The place feels like a giant chalet, with the timber trim everywhere. They have a pizza oven, and the beer production tanks are visible over the kitchen area. There's even a toy train that does a circuit throughout the dining area (look up). One thing worth mentioning is that the bathrooms are on the 2nd floor, which may be a problem for some. Food here is Whistler pricing, so be sure to have deep pockets. I was told to try the High Mountain beef ribs, so there is now 1 less cow out there. 3 bones drenched in BBQ sauce, served on top of a pile of coleslaw and next to a pile of mashed potatoes (there is a fries option). Ribs were cooked well but the sauce was definitely on the salty side. I tried a piece of my buddy's prime rib and it's pretty solid. The portion size was definitely enough. I was stuffed. I also had a flight of their craft beer (4 glasses). As of the time of writing, they only have 8 beers available, but it was more than enough. Overall the place is worth a visit if one wants pub style comfort food.

Always a solid go-to spot in Squamish Beer is great and so…read moreis the food Also a hotel which is a fun place to stay

Stopped in for a quick lunch with the family while visiting Squamish. Everyone is very friendly and…read morethe place is cute. Gives a lodgey sporty bar feel. I had a beer flight and tried lager (basic but good), Mexican hotchoco nitro stout (very tasty), rail ale (the best one), and a black and blue sour (hoppy but good). My bf had a spicy margarita he said was ok. Fried pickles were delish. Butternut squash soup was watered down and flavorless (disappointing bc it is my favorite). Shared the brewpub burger w yam fries, very good. Bil had poutine he said was good. Sil had fish n chips which she liked. Baby had chicken tenders w fries.

Fabulous! The beer is good, food good, casual and friendly place to relax and enjoy the view.read more

From the owner: Dedicated to quality, flavor, and community, Lillooet Beer welcomes you to discover our diverse…read morerange of handcrafted brews capturing the spirit of picturesque Lillooet. • Open Daily • Off-Sales • Food • Large Pet-Friendly Patio • Families Welcome • Breathtaking Views