10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Bowen Island

"The all-white, Insta-worthy aesthetic of this abuzz hipster hangout near Brewery Creek/Main Street is tempered by serious beer cred, from new-mainstay 33 Acres of Ocean Pale Ale to black lagers and other seasonals. And for non-imbibing patrons (shout out to designated drivers), there’s also a full-on coffee program. (Here, baristas know their craft coffee and beer.) 15 W 8th Ave.,33acresbrewing.com"

"33 Acres Brewing is a West Coast company through and through. Their three locally crafted beers are inspired by natural elements and appropriately named: 33 Acres of Life, Ocean and Darkness. Each beer reflects the characteristics of these elements and conveys different flavours."

"Brassneck Brewery (2148 Main Street) offers great sample paddles and has knowledgeable staff — the small-scale brewery wants to keep things simple by just offering growlers to go, kegs and tastings on site at the Growler Room & Tasting Room. You won’t find any cans or bottles here. But you will find some ‘dangerously drinkable’ dry hopped sours, hazy IPAs and imperial stouts on tap."

"Brassneck is quite possibly the cutest craft brewery in the city. Enter a long, narrow room trimmed by rough-hewn millwork and concrete floors, and sit yourself down—or not, we’ll get to that later—at one of the knotty softwood tables. The flights here are great, and you can mix and match pours as you please."

"If catching up with a friend or two over a cold beer is your idea of the perfect night out, head to Brassneck Brewery. Get comfortable in the laid back atmosphere and cheers with one of their craft beers. The roster of beer changes and on it you'll find familiar styles and some that are lesser known."

"Vancouver’s answer to a beer garden (yes, pretzels are on the menu, as well as free-range chicken wings) with leafy trees and twinkly string lights inside an exposed-brick, 20-foot-ceiling tasting room that’s set within a historic industrial warehouse. Oh, and the cool-graphic beer labels (like Naked Fox IPA) make for merch you actually want. 261 E 7th Ave., mainstreetbeer.ca"

"We’re a sucker for cool branding, so naturally we’re all over Main Street Brewing’s cans. They’re flavours are also unique and experimental, if you’re looking for something different than the typical. They also have a patio, which is why they’re on this list."

"This is a great stop, one of our favorites on our Vancouver brewery tours. Built on the site of the old Vancouver Brewing Company from over 100 years ago. Must try is the Naked Fox IPA."

"Likened to the “well-loved hoodie” of Vancouver’s brewery scene, R&B’s beloved (and award-winning) brews include Vancouver Special IPA, Dude Chilling Pale Ale and Stolen Bike Lager. (The tongue-in-cheek names alone are award-worthy.) And the ’70s-era rec-room feel and soundtrack of its Ale and Pizza House make it a go-to gathering spot in the East Van ’hood. 1-54 E 4th Ave.,randbbrewing.com"

"A post shared by R&B Brewing Co. (@rbbrewing) on Feb 16, 2018 at 5:20pm PST. There’s something for all ages at this eclectic Mount Pleasant brewery. It’s family-friendly, especially during the day (nighttime gets pretty shoulder-to-shoulder busy)."

"When the owners of Howe Sound took over they thought it would be a great spot to brew their beers instead of shipping from Squamish, little did they know the patio and a little sweat equity would turn this into a locals favourite."

"Strange Fellows' sleek, stark decor raises the bar, so to speak, among local craft beer spots. This is a handsome room with a handsome exterior; with a flat-topped roof and steel gray-and-red facade, it doesn’t even pretend to play folksy. Other beer spots will maybe hang a painting or two on their walls; Strange Fellows, however, opened the Charles Clark Gallery, a showcase for modern art, right on the premises."

"The black-walled tasting room with idol-like animal masks and adjoining art gallery has East Van edginess, while the award-winning beer program is helmed by veteran guru brewer Iain Hill, who consistently puts out inventive but crowd-pleasing stuff (think sour-beer pioneer). There’s a cult feel here ."

"We are an East Vancouver craft brewery inspired by tradition and creativity that goes beyond the ordinary to celebrate that which is strange and extraordinary. Try: Calamity Companion - 4 x 750ml bottles of our best and most special release beers"

"Celebrating their seventh anniversary this year, Artisan SakeMaker produces small-batch homemade sake year-round. Unlike imported Japanese sake, Artisan’s Osake is proudly produced from B.C.-grown rice as of 2013. The rice is fermented and through the brewing process creates a wine that is typically fruity and sometimes sweet."

"A photo posted by Artisan SakeMaker (@artisansake) on Oct 21, 2016 at 4:53pm PDT. Known for: OsakeJunmai Nama. The distillery: Located on Granville Island, Artisan SakeMaker was Canada’s first sake winery and has been around since 2007."

"Not only is the patio next to the bright sunshine colour of Andina’s exterior walls to always present a good mood, but the beer feels extra bright as well, with the Colombian flare. Andina is a nod to the owner’s home – Colombia and pushes the boundaries when it comes to serving up unique flavours of quality craft beer. Where | 1507 Powell StreetWebsite"

"South American inspired cuisine with an Andean flare & Colombian influenced - Finger food pub-style items. Individual or sharable portions. We recommend: Platachos (Nachos with Plantain Chips) Empanadas (Beef and Veggie) Ceviches (Fish, Shrimp"

"Showing off the classic spirit of beer, family&friends, good music and culture and of course passion. Giving off amazing full bodied, crisp and smooth Ales and Lagers. We would recommend grabbing a few friends and heading down there."

"These guys and Green Leaf are some of the founding members of North Van’s beer scene, having opened years before the latest crop showed up. Straightforward beers paired with great food and they’ve got some history?. Now that’s the kind of prestige we’re looking for."

"Co-founders Shae and Shawn, from Vancouver and Ontario respectively, want you to "Celebrate. Everyday." They want it so much that they made it their motto. With the aim to create beers that you can share with friends and family, Deep Cove Breweries make three year-round beers as well as seasonal flavours and their very own vodka. Also be on the lookout for a rosemary and olive gin in production."

"Located in the charming Deep Cove community on the North Shore, Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers is a gem. While the vast majority of breweries around the city focus on just beer, these guys bring a solid beer and spirit game. On tap, you'll find over a half dozen brews made from sustainable Canadian ingredients."

"Bringing together their love of beer, combined with their distinct brewing styles through unconventional pairings, these brewers have created not only well crafted beers but have managed to give each type their own and unique personality, you can feel the love with each sip you take."

"Spanish Banks is one of the Vancouver beaches that will simply amaze you!. Perhaps a favourite of locals, this beach will take you away from the busyness that you may find downtown and transport you somewhere that feels far away — even though you will still be able to see the stunning Vancouver skyline. For families, this is a great spot in the morning or early afternoon when the tide is far out, leaving extremely long stretches of sand with small tidal pools to play in."

"Tucked away from the hustle bustle of city life the Spanish Banks Beach is one of the quietest beaches in Vancouver and the best place to take a stroll and if you are visiting Vancouver with your beloved this is your escape from the world. The name ‘Spanish Banks’ honours the time when Spanish and English met on the shores back in 1792 and that adds a historical touch to this place. If you know optimal tidal conditions well, this beach is the best place for skimming."

"Located on Northwest Marine Drive about 8 km west of downtown Vancouver, Spanish Banks is possibly the most beautiful sandy beaches in the area. The beach is sandwiched between Locarno Beach and the University of BC and a cycling/walking trail connects them. It has three distinct areas: east, west and extension."

"A post shared by Dan & Cait 📸🎥 (@daystyleadventures) on May 30, 2018 at 8:39pm PDT. The athletic options at Jericho Beach include everything from volleyball to a baseball diamond, and soccer fields. There’s ample space to kick back and have a picnic after your activities or simply chill out on the sand to admire the beautiful mountain vistas before your eyes."

"Home to the Jericho Sailing Centre a great spot for a cheap lunch with an amazing view —and Jericho Park, this beautiful beach is ideal for sailing, walking and biking along the park's pathways, and playing tennis. It's the perfect place for a sunset stroll. Jericho Beach is also the venue for July's annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival."

"An activity-lover's idyll, Jericho is great if you just want to putter along the beach, clamber over driftwood and catch stunning views of downtown. It's popular with locals on summer evenings, so expect impromptu but civilized beach gatherings where discreet coolers of beer may appear."

"Tim Hortons, on 1409 marine drive, is one of the many branches of Tim Hortons, which is one of the most famous fast-food restaurants not only in Canada but all over the world. It is originally Canadian fast food and is Canada’s largest quick-service chain restaurant and is also famous because of the high-quality coffee and doughnuts. Tim Horton’s headquarters are in Toronto, but it has more than 4800 branches in 14 different countries."

"Subway was first opened in 1965 by Fred Deluca; he wanted to make money for his college fee, so he opened up a peter buck’s idea, and he invested 1000$, and their business started. They opened their first restaurant in Connecticut, and it has been expanding since then to the level that up to now, it has become one of the largest chain fast food restaurants which provide nutritious and healthy food and sandwiches, which have become families’ first choice. Although it has become a famous brand, the subway has kept its core values, providing great service with the highest quality and affordable prices."

"A post shared by Terrence (@tmaythai) on Nov 7, 2018 at 8:12pm PST. SMAK fuels Vancouver with healthy fast food from its two locations (and there’s soon to be a third one on Howe Street). Smoothies, oatmeal, salads, hot bowls, soups, protein boxes, and a variety of other organic, vegetarian, dairy and gluten-free options are on the menu here."

"A post shared by Foodee Inc. (@foodee_inc) on Apr 13, 2016 at 10:32am PDT. SMAK accomplishes the rare task of providing fresh, fast food that’s actually healthy, but does so without making it ridiculously overpriced. Their bowls are fully loaded and you can get them for $5.95, making the whole ‘healthy eating’ thing rather easy."