About Mare Island Brewing Co. - Coal Shed Brewery
Mare Island Brewing Co. - Coal Shed Brewery is a brewpub on the Mare Island waterfront in Vallejo. The taproom is set inside a restored Navy coal shed. It is the first of nine historic coal sheds, all built between 1898 and 1906.
The beer is brewed on site in a 15-barrel brewhouse. The draft list offers sampler flights. The taproom also pours housemade cocktails on tap, wine and non-alcoholic drinks.
Outside there is a big beer garden with waterfront views. Inside, you can take in the shipyard history. There is also a dedicated private events space.
Live music plays on Fridays, and trivia is on Wednesdays. Its menu covers salads, burgers and sandwiches, and there is a kids menu. It is one of the most reviewed brewpubs in Vallejo on this site.
From Mare Island Brewing Co.'s own website and its Google listing, read October 23, 2026.
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Questions people ask
Is there outdoor seating?
Yes. There is a huge outdoor beer garden with waterfront views. You can also sit inside the taproom.
Does the Coal Shed have live music or trivia?
Yes. Live music plays on Fridays and trivia is on Wednesdays. Check its events page for who is playing.
Can kids come along?
Yes. There is a kids menu at the Coal Shed Brewery. Items on it come with fries.
Can I book a private event there?
Yes. There is a dedicated private events space, and an inquiry form on the website for reserving the Coal Shed Brewery.
Which breweries are close by?
The Ferry Taproom is 0.6 miles away. Vallejo Brewing Company is 0.9 miles away.
Answers come from Mare Island Brewing Co.'s website and its Google listing, read October 23, 2026.
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Before you visit the Coal Shed
Expect a big beer garden and a historic taproom. Sit outside for the waterfront views, or step inside for the shipyard history.
Check mareislandbrewingco.com before you go. The site has upcoming events and the current draft list. Its pages cover three locations, so confirm details for the Coal Shed.
The Ferry Taproom is 0.6 miles away. Vallejo Brewing Company is 0.9 miles away. Together they make an easy afternoon of it.