Bear Island Brewing Co.
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4.9 (335 on Google)
About Bear Island Brewing Co.
From Bear Island Brewing's own website and its Google listing, read October 5, 2026.
Bear Island Brewing Co. is a veteran-owned brewery in the Old Firehouse #6 on North Liberty Street in Boise. Its website says the family-owned business has been at work since 2014. The team uses the line "Crafting Community...one pint at a time."
The beer list leans on Idaho. The Idaho Potato Ale is an IPA made with actual Idaho Russet potatoes, and the Idaho Potato Lager is a Euro style pilsner made the same way. The taproom page also lists a Prime In pale ale and Ammo Bocks, a German amber bock.
Its website says the brewery makes only beer, which it calls liquid bread. Local snacks are on hand, and guests can order in food. You can fill a growler or a crowler to take home.
The patio was fully remodeled in 2024 to be covered and comfortable year round. Well-behaved kids and leashed dogs are welcome out there, while inside is for adults.
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- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Questions people ask
Answers come from Bear Island Brewing's website and its Google listing, read October 5, 2026.
Can I bring my dog or kids to Bear Island?
Only to the patio. Its website says well-behaved kids and dogs on a leash are welcome there. Inside is for ages 21 and up, though legitimate service dogs are allowed.
Does Bear Island serve food?
The brewery makes beer only, but its website says it has some local snacks. You can order in food as you like. It also hires food trucks for special events.
Can I take beer home?
Yes. Its website lists growlers in 32 oz, 64 oz and 128 oz sizes, plus crowlers filled on site. Kegs are available for events based on inventory.
Can I book a group there?
Yes. Its website says outdoor space can be reserved for large groups of 20 to 90 people. Smaller groups can have some tables sectioned off in the bar area.
Which breweries are close by?
Boise Booch Hard Kombucha Brewery is 0.8 miles away and Budweiser is 0.9 miles away. Belmont Brew House and Bert's Brewing are each 1 mile away.
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Before you visit Bear Island
The brewery is in the Old Firehouse #6, just off the Curtis Exit. The website says the barkeep can tell you what is new, since the beers rotate often. Check bearislandbrewing.com for the live tap list and the events calendar before you go.
Plan ahead if you have a group. The website asks for a heads up so staff can prepare your area, and it points to a contact form. Groups under 12 can just come in and save a few tables.
Boise Booch Hard Kombucha Brewery is 0.8 miles away. Belmont Brew House and Bert's Brewing in Garden City are each 1 mile away, so you can add a second stop easily.