Brewery Profile

St Elias Brewing Co

For visitors looking for a local beer stop in Soldotna, the experience here is that of a family-owned brewpub rather than a stand-alone tasting counter. Founded in 2008, St. Elias Brewing Co. combines its 7-barrel brewhouse with a full kitchen, so the room serves people coming in for pints, meals, or both. The beer list is built around handcrafted ales, with a Bavarian Hefeweizen among the known offerings, and the day’s pours are best confirmed at the taproom. Walking in, travelers can expect a casual restaurant-style setting where beer is part of a broader menu that includes stone-fired pizzas, sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts.

A stop here fits naturally into the kind of travel many people associate with the Kenai Peninsula: days shaped by fishing, road time, changing weather, and informal meals before or after being outside. The brewery’s open patio, furnished with gas fire tables, reflects that local fishing-area atmosphere without requiring visitors to make a long evening of it. It also works for groups with mixed preferences, since the drink options are not limited to beer; red and white wines are served on tap. For beer-focused visitors, the appeal is in finding a Soldotna-made ale at the source, while non-beer drinkers and hungry travelers have enough menu choices to make the stop practical.

Visitors should treat it as both a brewery and a restaurant when planning. The food menu includes gluten-free options, which can be useful for groups sorting out dietary needs, though availability and preparation details should be checked directly with staff. Outdoor seating is available on the patio, but Alaska weather and seasonal demand can affect how people choose to use that space. Takeout orders can be placed through online services, offering an option for those staying nearby or passing through Soldotna on a tighter schedule. Since beer selections can change, the taproom remains the most reliable place to confirm current ales, wine availability, food options, and any details that matter for a specific visit.

Founded in 2008, St. Elias Brewing Co. is a family-owned brewpub situated in Soldotna on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. The brewery operates a 7-barrel brewhouse, producing a variety of handcrafted ales, including a Bavarian Hefeweizen. In addition to its beer selection, the establishment offers a full menu featuring stone-fired pizzas, sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts, with gluten-free options available. Red and white wines are also served on tap. Outdoor seating is provided through an open patio equipped with gas fire tables, aligning with the local fishing area's ambiance. Customers can also place takeout orders through online services.

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434 Sharkathmi Ave, Soldotna, Alaska, 99669-7665

Phone: 9072607837

Website: http://steliasbrewingco.com