Cool place and friendly staff. Good variety of beers and cider. They have music, trivia and comedy nights. They have food but didn't try as we just had lunch. Will come again! read more

What a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. I was walking by yesterday and stopped by. The smell of pizza and food automatically hit my senses which was mixed with the smell of beer on tap. It took me a second to realize that this was a former Chinese restaurant and I ate here decades ago with my late aunt. I loved the sign for fries and burgers that were under .50 cents and the bathrooms down the stairs was a throwback to hurricane cafe, 90's bars on Capitol Hill, Marios's, and many others with carefully curated stickers and random art. It was a cozy bathroom with a sitting area and randomly, a TV with remote. Service was super nice and friendly and I saw some neighbors that could easily be on the hill pre-gentrification. Lake city is an interesting diverse neighborhood. I'm glad the Growler Guys exists to ensure a warm and welcoming vibe. read more

Delicious food...Smash That really smashed it...Amazing bar service. Wonderful people. Additionally Music was exhilarating...Made me feel young. Great way to spend a Friday evening. read more

Our absolute favorite neighborhood spot!!!! Service is great and Kelly (the owner) is the best! Amazing beers/ciders and yummy food. The atmosphere might be the best part though! Fire pits, couches, games, sometimes live music, just the best!!! They have fun events all the time and it's kid and dog friendly too :) love this placeeeee read more

10 months later and still a great place for a drink and light bar food. Great service at the counter and pretty tasty pizza. Met Kelly and his gardener wife today. Super friendly and helpful. Give this place a try! read more

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We went to this place as a recommendation from a friend. The second we walked in, we were greeted by the friendliest bartender who suggested excellent selections. We tried lagers, stouts, and kombucha. We loved our choices. We also ordered sweet chili wings that tasted amazing. Plenty of seating inside and outside. They have heaters and blankets outside, as well as games. They also have 9 TVs and are planning to show the world cup finals tomorrow. I can't forget to mention the amount of friendly pups that are eagerly waiting to greet you with wags in exchange for belly rubs. Highly recommend this place to bring your friends or have a solo sip. Cheers! read more

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Great beer selection obviously. The inside seating is a little weird. The smash Burger truck out front is rad.

I love this place a lot. Their food is really good, they have non-alcoholic options for drinks, it's a really chill atmosphere, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. If yall read this, thanks so much for everything you do! read more

My favorite place for free Sunday afternoon poker. 60 taps 5 coolers esoteric sodas including butterscotch beer...pub grub and the Smash That burger truck! read more

We had the ultimate jalapeno burger which was awesome. The patties were crisp and moist. Overall it was fantastic. Just wish the bun was warm and fresh. Will be back! read more

The Growler Guys - Smash burger was excellent! Just wish the bun was warm or more fresh. Outside of that it was amazing! - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We stopped by today as I found a coupon on The Entertainment app for half off pizza here - EVERYTHING WAS SO GOOD!! I came here once a few years ago with a friend to refill her growler and grab a pint, but didn't know they had a full menu! We got the Dragons Breath pizza, a Mexican Chocolate Death beer, and a cream soda for my bf who was driving haha. The pizzas are 10", come out fresh and piping hot, and have like a medium thin crust that's perfectly soft and chewy. You order at the bar and they pour the beer right there, the bottled sodas are in a small fridge that customers can go grab, and they provide a buzzer for when your food is ready. The Dragons Breath pizza had lots of ingredients and a really good blend of sweet, savory and spicy flavors. The Mexican Chocolate Death beer was incredible - sweet, complex and rich (and pretty high alcohol level - beware! Haha). The cream soda was really good too! Good food, good service, plenty of indoor/outdoor seating and plenty of parking. Really chill local vibe! We'll be back and we'll definitely bring friends! read more

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The patio here is what's up! Wait the staff here is what's up!! No no no the HUGE tap list is really what's happening!!! But seriously this place has a HUGE variety of taps and I love coming here to have a sampler or maaaaaaybe two when the suns out. Sours, Ciders, Kombucha, Beers from pales to Stouts and even wine too, something for everyone! read more

The Growler Guys - Yonder Cashmere Cider Left Hand Flamingo Dreams (nitro) Headless Mumby Smoked Rye (nitro) Fremont Dark Star - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I live across from this beer bar, and used to be a frequent patron. When they arrived in Maple Leaf, taking over the spot formerly occupied by Ying's Chinese Drive-In, they were a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Unfortunately, the positives are outweighed by the negatives as of this review. The Growler Guys always has at least 50 beers/ciders/kombuchas/sodas available on tap, and has something to please everyone, as long as you are a drinker of these beverages. I've enjoyed a number of quality beers here, and have no issue with the beers or the selection. However, if you are looking for wine, there are much better selections elsewhere, and if you want liquor, this is not the bar for you. And there are diminishing returns in almost every other aspect of this business. Food here is really disappointing. All of it is heated in high-speed convection ovens, whether it be wings, tots, or sandwiches, and the selection is very limited. Wings and sandwiches are soggy, and while flavors are okay, this is not a place that you come to for the food. This is a place where you pad your stomach with mediocrity so that you can drink. There is parking here but, unfortunately, parking overflow goes to the unzoned residential neighborhood right next door. This creates a headache for actual residents who want to find a parking spot when they come home. Possibly related, we have more and more litter and beer cans/bottles appearing in the neighborhood. The worst offense by this beer bar is the noise. When they came to the neighborhood, they were a chill place to hang out. Now, they play live music all the time, and the noise level appears to be going up on the regular. This business is bordered by three apartment complexes, and the noise is loud and clear from any of them. I have called and briefly spoken to Kelly, the business owner, and while he has paid lip service to lowering the volume ("I'll see if I can't move the speakers so there's less sound bleed", or some nonsense like that), it's obvious that his priority is his business, and not the neighbors. A prime example: I just called to ask what time the music was stopping, and I was told 9pm. The music then continued until 9:30pm. The noise level is loud, and is a blight on the neighborhood, and it's pretty obvious that Kelly just doesn't care. There are better beer bars, better bars, and better restaurants out there in Seattle. And there are businesses that are much better to their local neighborhoods than this one is. I hope that you'll patronize one of those businesses instead of this one. read more

My friends and I love coming here because of the variety of beers/cider on tap. There's a lot for parking, but if you come at a peak time, the lot will be packed, but luckily, the location allows you to find street parking within the nearby neighborhood. Or if you're taking public transit, there's a bus stop nearby. During this COVID time, they have markers on the floor to make sure people give other people space to social distance. Masks must be worn when not seated and not drinking or eating food. Everyone must bus their own table prior to leaving. It's also great how staff will periodically come by to collect glasses that are empty. As for food, they have great options for food here as well. My friends and I usually get the tachos (tater tot nachos) and pizzas (they have a variety of options for toppings); all of which are delicious! Beer and cider selections are great. I usually get the flight to try out a bunch of different types. There's ample outdoor seating areas all around. It is also pet friendly. They have water bowls and treats for the furry friends. The staff are always so kind and helpful! They make coming here enjoyable. read more

The Growler Guys - Flight of beer (left to right): Local 66 - Lager (nitro), First Mug Mocha - Porter (nitro), Johnny Utah - Pale Ale, and Terpene Soup - IPA. - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this place! They have 60 beers on tap, which is just insane. The beers mostly from Seattle based breweries but they also have some from outside the city limits and Oregon. Great selection. I think this place is better than Chucks Hop Shop -- I like that they spread out the beer list in to five boards/screens and organize them by type (all ipas in one area, all stouts listed at the end) which makes it really easy to order. The big black board at Chucks can be super overwhelming and hard to read. Definitely going to become a Growler Guys regular after this visit! If you live near the UW/Ravenna/northeast Seattle area, you have to pay this place a visit! The patio and outdoor seating area is absolutely gorgeous on a nice day. read more

The Growler Guys - Honey cream nitro ale and belching beaver stout - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Rough day at work? Growler Guys got your back. Its located in the South Waterfront, which makes it convenient to grab a beer for all those who live here. They have tons of beer on tap (48 of them) so whatever kind of beer you like, they'll likely have. You can even check on their website ahead of time of what's on tap. I'm an IPA and sour ale guy, which they had a plethora of selection. They ran a promotion by giving everyone in my apartment community a free growler and a refill so I had to, at least, pay them a visit. I chose to fill my growler with the peach sangria to save for later; since it doesn't fizz. Definitely try out their flight of beers, which you get to choose four to taste for around $11 (ymmv; depending on which you choose). My favorite was the the sour ale, which had a crisp pomegranate taste with light fizz. Second would be the peach sangria, which was smooth and had a subtle peach taste. The food was a bit pricey: vegetarian Italian sausage with chips ($7) and naked chicken wings ($9). The veg italian sausage was a bit dry and needed to be dipped in the accompanying relish and mustard. The wings didn't have much meat, but were bomb when dipped in the blue cheese. Great place to drink beer with good company after work. read more

We recently moved to Maple Leaf, and Growler Guys is now our nearest neighborhood bar, which turns out to be a great karma, as they have the best beer selection, fantastic staff, and pub grub to match. This is a serious place for beer - with over 60 taps and also more in bottles and cans. You can get a pint of beer or a growler of course. The bartenders here know their beers and they also have strong relationships with some of the best breweries in the PNW. I discovered some great breweries like Monkless, as well as favorites like Fort George, E9, and Urban Family (the Old Rasputin on nitro is also killer). The menu revolves around a trifecta of pizza, toasted subs, and wings. My fave was the chicken coastal classic - loved the pesto and artichokes with the chicken. Pizzas are solid, and the wings were tasty. Definitely a great spot to hang out or take out, and with a constantly changing selection, you will never get bored. read more

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They have SOUR BEER! I moved to Seattle and have not be able to find any sours until now. They have about 60 beers on tap and food. The smell of pizza just hits your face. It took me back to when my family would have pizza night at home. Really good dough and sauce. We got wings and tots too. We did ask for the wings dry but they were good either way. Sauce was not that spicy and very meaty. They are dog friendly and if you ask you can get a bowl of water for your pup. They have outside dinning and it's sit your self. You also have to serve yourself and have games to play while you wait. They have very cool merchandise. read more

The Growler Guys - Baked Tots, Triple Pepperoni Pizza, Traditional Wings - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The Growler Guys hosted a fun presidential debate night which many of us really enjoyed. The beer selection is amazing and the food was also very good. Thanks for hosting debate night, Growler Guys!!! read more

Huge selection of local craft beer! Was visiting from out of state and was overwhelmed with all the different choices but staff was friendly to guide me to the right IPA with tasters. Got a couple of crowlers to go and did not disappoint. read more

If you've lived in Seattle for a long time, you probably remember this place as a Chinese restaurant. Believe it or not it was designed by the same architect as the Canlis. You'll find it in the curve up on Lake City Way. It's definitely worth a visit for its unique atmosphere and its amazing tap list, including ciders and I believe wine. Their food's OK too. read more

Go for the beer. NOT for the food. The stars are only for the beer. 0 for the food. They have a huge selection of good beers and lots of outdoor seating. That's the positive. The negative, the food. We got the wings and tots, both of which were truly terrible. The tots were unseasoned and not crispy. The wings were slimy and one note. Both of which I easily make better at home. And to make matters worse it took forever to come out, like 45 minutes when there were only maybe six other people in the entire restaurant. read more

Love this place and often go to Tuesday night trivia. They have lots of fun events and rotating beers, ciders, etc. I appreciate the different sections for a more quiet and more lively experience. Great service and vibes! read more

I love this old building and think this is the perfect set up for a beer place. I don't think I ever actually came to Wong's, but remember driving by it for many years. There is some parking on site, but the downstairs bathrooms may be tricky for some. They serve pizza and wings, but I have yet to try it. I think they have the occasional food truck as well. Seems this is actually a chain, but this is the only location I have ever been to. So many great beers on tap and they are happy to let you sample some if you are having difficulty making a decision. The people behind the counter are educated about beer and can help influence your decision as well. Of course they also sell growlers to go. If you haven't been yet see if you can snag a groupon as an excuse to check it out. Seating inside is limited, but there are some great outdoor areas for warmer days. Or if its colder there are some blankets provided. Inside there is currently a basketball hoop game, outside has cornhole. Lots of people seem to bring their families here. There is a the cutest wooden creature in the back children can sit on for a cute photo op. read more

ONE WORD. GO Go to the Growler Guys Go have a beer...or three... Go have a great time! This place is awesome, no doubt. Was so glad we stopped in randomly as we had been driving by. If it's sunny out you are in luck. There's an AMAZING outdoor seating area that encompasses and surrounds the entire place. Chairs, tables, lawn chairs, picnic furniture...it's all an eclectic mix and cozy. Plus there's corn hole! Another huge plus to this place is you can bring your pup! Water bowl provided near the entrance. 60+ beers on tap plus soda, ciders, and kombucha...so if you don't drink there's still fun options! Pizza, wings, breadsticks. YUM. Nothing super fancy, but happy they have options. I don't think they have a fryer, so the wings were a bit soggy but the sauce was overall good. Breadsticks had garlic and were nice and doughy. Prices are fairly reasonable. Pint prices will vary on the beer. Free water stations Nice staff. Plenty of parking. Board games available. All in all had a great time here. Really somewhere you can easily spend a couple hours and just hang out. Also good for larger groups! read more

The selection of drinks is huge and they do offer food. The food is not the best but after a few drinks, I dont think anyone would care. Fun atmosphere and pet friendly. read more

The Growler Guys - Hanging out at Growler guys! - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here with a couple friends after we saw the "Adult Milk and Cookies" event on Facebook! It was packed; they have a decent sized parking lot but it was completely full. Fortunately, there was one spot open and we got very lucky! The organization of where to order was like a normal bar; try to get the attention of whoever you can, and seating inside was completely full. The weird thing was outside smelled like manure or fertilizer so it wasn't pleasant. After ordering our food and waiting outside for a bit we were fortunate enough to find a spot inside. 3 of us split 1 64 oz pitcher, 2 pizzas, and 1 order of totchos and it was the right amount. Beer = good. I didn't order it, but it was good! Food = good. Greasy, not like the most amazing food I've ever had but good for bar food. I'm also a sucker for tater tots. My friend also got a growler there and everything was pretty reasonably priced. Each of us paid about $17 for everything! I could see us coming back :) read more

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This is a "go-to" place for my friends and I. EASY PARKING. GREAT local rotating BEER selection (60+ on tap). Food selection is on par for BAR FOOD- In-house pizza menu or they usually have a rotating food truck onsite during the week. FRIENDLY STAFF: You can often find the owner jumping in to help his staff serve customers quickly and with great suggestions. SEATING: Great spread of seating inside and outside but they do get busy on the weekend (late afternoon-evening), so I'd suggest if you have group larger than 2 you might want to get there a little earlier. read more

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For the last year I've been practicing at the Aikido dojo (still in remedial tumbling, thank you) across the street from The Growler Guys and I've been observing the business three times a week. Even in the thick of Delta last year they had folks sitting in the cold under the outdoor cover playing games, having a beer, talking and eating. Last month I met the owner (Tim???) and his most excellent propane weed-burner - that he let me try - when Two Cranes and Growler Guys spent some time cleaning up the block. Today, finally, I got two foot-long Phillies to go for lunch and may I say, they were excellent. I thought they were a little light in weight when I picked them up, but they were enough for my partner and I to each make two meals. These are not your run-of-the mill Phillies. I've been to Pat's in Philly when I lived in NYC 35 years ago and, well, it was mediocre then and probably still is. I also had my NYC-from-Philly landlady Dina's mind-blowing home-made and I would say this compares. Hers had homemade pickled onion and hot pepper, crusty bread vs the softer Philly standard, and lots of cheese, Growler's has some kind of tasty spicy mustardy sauce with what I think was both melty American and Provolone cheese and onions and mushrooms and jalapenos (hold the green pep for me). Bloody good. read more

I've always enjoyed the staff & location - but really the main part of you all is the selection of amazing beers & ciders. Thank you for all you do serving Seattle area's thirst for brews/beers. read more

Growler guys has been a go to especially during covid, as their patio is pretty spread out with heaters and covering. They always have an awesome selection of beer, and even have wine and non-alcoholic options for those non-beer drinkers in your life! Their food is pretty great too. It's nothing fancy but that's what makes it perfect for this setting. Pizza always hits the spot. Highly recommend! read more

The Growler Guys - Chicken bacon ranch and triple pepperoni pizzas - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

growler guys is a great weekend neighborhood stop! They have tons and tons of beer and cider and alcohol free drinks here!! The food there isn't great so try going when there's a food truck! I miss the live music cause covid has made that sparse. But when it comes back you can find us there!! read more

The Growler Guys - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great little local spot with great pizza. Plenty of beers on tap and tons of other bottles in the coolers. They have big growler jugs they can fill for you if you like a certain beer. The pizza is plenty good just by itself to pay a visit. Plenty of screens in different areas to watch games. Not a dive bar and not a trendy bar. Just a easy place to enjoy yourself. Parking shouldn't be a problem. You might have to park across the street and walk over at most. Service is friendly and polite. They may need to be a little more attentive toward their patrons and walk around to see if anyone needs anything. read more

The Growler Guys - Growler Guys Combo (added bell peppers) - Beer Gardens Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The growler guy is a pretty freaking dope place to have a beer and just kick it. Their beer selection is insane and I've never seen another place have more than 30+ like the growler guys. Their kitchen is decent and does the job but I also haven't ordered a lot from the menu. The staff is pretty dope and professional and have great recommendations fr beer if you ask them .Their seating arrangements are really cool and are outdoor for the most part that are covered, I've been her during trivia night, and even when a cover band was playing and I can say that it's definitely the place to be out. Seems to be pretty packed on the weekends every time I drive pasts. ALSO! They have a good selection of beers in cans if you just want to take out! Overall I'm definitely coming back here in the near future and parking is limited. Also very PET FRIENDLY! read more

This is an interesting joint located inside a really cool circular building that I read was designed by Roland Terry, one of the noted architects in the Northwest. I didn't get a chance to sample the food as I had already eaten at another nearby spot but this is an impressive establishment with a good selection of beer, cider and wine. They have a nice sized parking lot around the building and there were a decent number of folks out enjoying themselves here. Overall this is certainly a place I look forward to visiting again sooner than later. read more

I can't believe I have lived here for so long and only just tried out this spot for the first time. This is the perfect place to get great beer and snacks and catch up with a good group of friends. The atmosphere is relaxed but the service is good, unlike a lot of other places where "relaxed" means that everyone ignores you. The staff here is outstandingly friendly, and I like their system of displaying all their numbered taps on the screens, making it easier to check out the options and order. Pizza here was surprisingly good. The back patio seating is super cozy and I can see myself turning on the heat lamps and enjoying it even in the winter months. read more

LOVE this place! If you love sour beers, COME-they have lots of options! They have so many beers on tap and they have a cooler that is filled with beers that are hard to find. I am a particular fan of Finn River Cidery and they carry their beers there. They make some really good chili wings (we got sweet chili and the buffalo) and sandwiches. They even have kombucha on tap. It is so easy to pick up beer here to go, but their food is wonderful as well. This is a great place to bring a date and is easily accessible by car or bus. You can try whatever you like, and the staff is very friendly. read more

Great spot for a pint and some pizza. Good beer selection and the food was better than anticipated. Would definitely go back.

Yummy and great selection of nice cold beers and a great menu! Love the outdoor seating that's not to crowded especially with the pandemic going on. Way more seating that's behind the building that is not obvious from the street. Also dog friendly. All the staff wears a mask and are super nice. Go there and tip the servers good! read more

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Tons of beer options. Tons. But be careful -- since you can't actually order a growler at Growler Guys except to go, the price to drink adds up quickly unless you can commit to a pitcher, which is hard when there are 36 or so choices and more than one tongue. So... Star off for that since the sticker shock of a few beers and some pizza and hummus made my weeknight compete with my retirement account. Also, if you get an e-receipt, it probably won't show you prices. Strange. Otherwise good service and free tastings and good pizza. Bottom line: Consensus-building is a strength. Getting a growler to go avoids the need for that strength. read more