Brewery Profile

McMenamins Anderson School Brewery

Just north of Seattle, Bothell gives beer travelers a quieter stop outside the city’s denser taproom corridors, and this brewery is one of its more unusual places to walk into. The setting is a restored 1931 junior high, so the first impression is less like a standard brewery tasting room and more like entering a repurposed school campus. Visitors can expect house-brewed ales served within a larger McMenamins destination, with rooms and details that draw on the building’s past. The Principal’s Office and the Woodshop are part of the experience, and the site’s art, historic references, and schoolhouse layout give people plenty to take in beyond the glass.

Travelers in this part of Washington often look for breweries that offer both local beer and a sense of place, especially when they are building an itinerary around Seattle, the Eastside, or nearby towns. A stop here fits that kind of trip because it is not only about sampling a rotating lineup; it is also about spending time in a reused civic building with multiple themed spaces. The house-brewed ales are the focus for beer drinkers, while the courtyard offers another way to settle in, including fireside seating when available. For visitors who enjoy breweries with visual character, historic architecture, and a slower pace than a quick counter tasting, Anderson School Brewery provides a distinctive option in Bothell.

Plan the visit with the campus-style layout in mind. This is a sprawling property rather than a single-room taproom, so it is worth allowing time to look around, find the bar or seating area that suits the visit, and take in the restored school setting. The known beer program centers on unique, house-brewed ales, but the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, serving locations, and any seasonal changes. Groups may be drawn to the courtyard or themed bars, while solo visitors and couples can make a shorter stop focused on the beer. Because details such as current hours, food service, events, and availability can change, checking directly before going is the safest way to plan.

Step back into the classroom—or rather, the principal’s office—at McMenamins Anderson School Brewery in Bothell, Washington. This beautifully restored 1931 junior high has been transformed into a sprawling destination where you can sip their unique, house-brewed ales fireside in the courtyard or explore themed bars like the Woodshop and the Principal's Office. Located just north of Seattle, this brewery offers a truly immersive experience, blending local history, eclectic art, and exceptional craft beer.

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18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, Washington, 98011-1928

Phone: (425) 398-0122

Website: http://www.mcmenamins.com/anderson-school

Hours: Check-in is at 3 pm; checkout is at 11 am