Brewery Profile

Side Hustle: Taproom & La Vida Social Cuisine

On the east side of Seattle, Kirkland’s beer scene includes taprooms that connect visitors with the wider network of local breweries rather than only serving beer made in-house. Side Hustle: Taproom & La Vida Social Cuisine fits that role through a direct-sourcing approach. A visitor walking in should expect a taproom organized around freshness and turnover, with craft beer brought in directly from local breweries on the day it is kegged. By bypassing traditional distribution channels and storage, the taproom puts the focus on beer that has moved quickly from producer to pour. The same idea extends beyond beer: wines are sourced directly from the wineries that produced them, bottled locally, and acquired without the usual middle steps.

Travelers in the Seattle area often look for a few different beer experiences in one trip: brewery taprooms, neighborhood beer bars, and places that reflect the region’s interest in local sourcing. This stop fits best for someone who wants to sample beers from local producers without building an itinerary around several separate brewery visits. Since the selection depends on what has been sourced directly and recently, the appeal is less about a fixed flagship lineup and more about seeing what is fresh that day. La Vida Social Cuisine adds another layer to the visit, with a kitchen that uses local ingredients and changes its menu frequently. For visitors pairing food with beer or wine, that rotation is part of the experience rather than a side detail.

Because the tap list and food offerings are designed to change, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and kitchen menu. No specific house beers, permanent dishes, events, seating setup, or service details should be assumed in advance unless confirmed directly with the business. The known draw is the direct-source model: beer from local breweries, wine from the producing wineries, and a food program built around local ingredients. For a Kirkland stop, it may suit visitors who want a current snapshot of regional producers in one setting, especially those staying on the east side of Lake Washington or looking for a beer-and-food option outside central Seattle. Checking current hours, availability, and any visit policies before going is the most reliable way to plan around a rotating program.

The Side Hustle Taproom operates on a direct-sourcing model, focusing on the freshness of the craft beer served on the east side of Seattle. Beer is sourced directly from local breweries on the day it is kegged, bypassing traditional distribution channels and storage. The establishment also features La Vida Social Cuisine, utilizing local ingredients in its kitchen and frequently rotating its menu offerings. Wines are also sourced directly, bottled locally, and acquired straight from the wineries that produced them.

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15 Lake St #201, Kirkland, WA 98033, USA, Kirkland, Washington, 98033

Website: http://www.sidehustletaps.com/kirkland

Hours: TAPROOM (Fall/Winter) SUNDAY 3:00 - 9:00 MONDAY CLOSED Tues-SAT 3:00 - 10:00 *CLOSING TIMES MAY VARY* KITCHEN (Fall/Winter) SUNDAY 3:00 - 8:30 MONDAY CLOSED TUES-SAT 3:00 - 9:30 *CLOSING TIMES MAY VARY*