Brewery Profile

Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill

For visitors exploring beer in Anacortes, this is one of the city’s established stops rather than a small tasting counter on the edge of town. The brewery is part of Rockfish Grill, so the first impression is a combined brewery, restaurant, and music room with beer, food, and live entertainment sharing the same address. Its standing is tied to time as well as place: Anacortes Brewery is described as the 7th oldest brewery in Washington State, which gives it a different context than newer taprooms. A visitor walking in should expect a full-service grill atmosphere built around house beer, a Northwest-inspired menu, wood-fired pizza, fresh seafood, and a tap list that changes through the year.

Travelers in this part of Washington often look for more than a quick pint: variety on tap, food that fits a coastal Northwest trip, and a place that works for an evening stop. This brewery fits that pattern without depending on a single known flagship beer. The stated range is broad, with more than thirty distinct styles poured annually, so the appeal is in checking what is available on the day of the visit. The Rockfish Grill side makes the stop useful for mixed groups, including people who want dinner with their beer rather than a stand-alone tasting room. Its role as one of Western Washington’s longest-running music venues also makes it a place where a brewery visit may overlap with a live show.

Practical planning is straightforward, but details should be confirmed directly before going. The taproom or restaurant is the place to ask what beers are pouring that day, since the brewery’s annual range does not identify a fixed lineup here. It is also the best source for current music schedules, dining hours, and any seating or show arrangements. Visitors can plan around the known food strengths—wood-fired pizzas, fresh seafood, and a Northwest-leaning menu—while treating the beer list as a rotating part of the visit. For someone spending time in Anacortes, it functions as a central brewery-restaurant stop with enough history, food, and live-music activity to anchor a casual night out.

Nestled in Anacortes, the legendary Anacortes Brewery anchors the vibrant Rockfish Grill, a celebrated local institution and the 7th oldest brewery in Washington State. They pour over thirty distinct styles annually, perfectly complementing the Northwest-inspired menu featuring legendary wood-fired pizzas and fresh seafood. Beyond the impressive tap list, this destination is also one of Western Washington’s longest-running music venues, offering a dynamic spot to enjoy history, hops, and live tunes.

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320 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, Washington, 98221-1517

Phone: 360-588-1720

Website: http://www.anacortesrockfish.com

Hours: Join us for Anacortes' best happy hour 3-6PM daily.

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill.

Beer Styles at Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill

Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, Stout, Wheat Ale, Lager, Saison, Helles Lager, and Marzen. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill located?
Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill is located at 320 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, Washington, 98221-1517. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill's hours?
Current hours are: Join us for Anacortes' best happy hour 3-6PM daily.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Anacortes Brewery/Rockfish Grill?
Visit http://www.anacortesrockfish.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.