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Brewpub in yellow brick building open since 1988, drawing college crowd with suds, pizza & bar fare.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4133 University Wy NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: (206) 545-4509
Website: http://www.bigtimebrewery.com/
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Reviews
Kaitlyn King
Rick helped us plan an amazing fundraising event for our university organization! It was a great turnout and so much fun. The beer was amazing and the food was great! I got the verde nachos which were a massive portion for a great price.
As a self proclaimed beer snob the dark beers (porter and oatmeal stout) were so smooth and absolutely delicious.
I plan on returning often and supporting Rick and his brewery and you should too!
… moreAs a self proclaimed beer snob the dark beers (porter and oatmeal stout) were so smooth and absolutely delicious.
I plan on returning often and supporting Rick and his brewery and you should too!
James
Had the pork verde nachos here along with a couple of beers. These nachos came in a massive plate – the portion size was a bit excessive to be honest.
There was a ton of cheese – comprising the vast majority of the toppings on the chips. The pork was probably the second-most present, followed by jalapenos
The cheese was probably the only decent thing here. It really was melted well onto the chips, and I got a pretty good cheese pull with each bite.
However, the rest of it was not great. I did not like the pork – as it felt pretty dry, and without its juiciness lost most of its flavor. The chips themselves were fine – a little bit stale but decently crunchy.
What was truly terrible was the salsa verde. This just tasted like water that looked green. I don’t know what was in this but it might’ve been the worst salsa I’ve ever had.
Overall, I like most things about this brewery, but ordering the nachos will have you regretting your decision less-than-halfway through. 4/10
… moreThere was a ton of cheese – comprising the vast majority of the toppings on the chips. The pork was probably the second-most present, followed by jalapenos
The cheese was probably the only decent thing here. It really was melted well onto the chips, and I got a pretty good cheese pull with each bite.
However, the rest of it was not great. I did not like the pork – as it felt pretty dry, and without its juiciness lost most of its flavor. The chips themselves were fine – a little bit stale but decently crunchy.
What was truly terrible was the salsa verde. This just tasted like water that looked green. I don’t know what was in this but it might’ve been the worst salsa I’ve ever had.
Overall, I like most things about this brewery, but ordering the nachos will have you regretting your decision less-than-halfway through. 4/10
Eugene Chang
Big Time Brewery is a classic Seattle spot that absolutely holds up on a sunny day. Grabbed a seat in the outdoor seating area on a Saturday afternoon and it was the perfect setup — great vibe, great weather, great company. It was buzzing with people, which speaks to how popular this place is on a nice weekend. The kind of spot where you lose track of time without even trying. Definitely worth a visit!
… moreEva Johnson
Went to Big Time Brewery last night, as it was the only thing open around 10pm toward the bottom of The Ave. We were going to go to Cafe on The Ave for a coffee and a bite to eat, since usually they’re open late. However they were closed.
We deliberated for a bit before going in, but ultimately decided to give it a chance.
We noticed that we needed to order at the bar, so we walked back to where a very pleasant gal greeted us. She had a great smile and warm welcoming vibe, which sold me on the place 🙂 She patiently waited while we went over menu options. They have a very extensive menu, so it took us some time. One of us is a strict vegan, and thankfully they had some great options available for her 🙂 We finally landed on the vegan pizza, which she brought over to our table up front near the window, she even brought us cutlery and napkins which was just an extra level of service that I personally really appreciated!
The atmosphere was super chill not crazy busy or packed, which was nice, so we could do what we set out to do there in the first place, which was to discuss our weekly night Metal Mondayze up at Innervisions. I took over the iconic poster shop, along with Ken Tomkins from Seattle Records.
We didn’t have a whole lot of time to spend, but we sure were able to maximize it due to the friendly service, and being able to hold a conversation without a bunch of distractions.
I would highly recommend
BIG Time Brewery!
I even noticed when I’d walked by before, people were even playing Chess! That’s an added bonus and another reason to return, as Ken who I mentioned before, owns Seattle Records and just happens to be a chess grandmaster 🙂
Thanks again for having the absolute gem of a business going at the bottom of The Ave!
… moreWe deliberated for a bit before going in, but ultimately decided to give it a chance.
We noticed that we needed to order at the bar, so we walked back to where a very pleasant gal greeted us. She had a great smile and warm welcoming vibe, which sold me on the place 🙂 She patiently waited while we went over menu options. They have a very extensive menu, so it took us some time. One of us is a strict vegan, and thankfully they had some great options available for her 🙂 We finally landed on the vegan pizza, which she brought over to our table up front near the window, she even brought us cutlery and napkins which was just an extra level of service that I personally really appreciated!
The atmosphere was super chill not crazy busy or packed, which was nice, so we could do what we set out to do there in the first place, which was to discuss our weekly night Metal Mondayze up at Innervisions. I took over the iconic poster shop, along with Ken Tomkins from Seattle Records.
We didn’t have a whole lot of time to spend, but we sure were able to maximize it due to the friendly service, and being able to hold a conversation without a bunch of distractions.
I would highly recommend
BIG Time Brewery!
I even noticed when I’d walked by before, people were even playing Chess! That’s an added bonus and another reason to return, as Ken who I mentioned before, owns Seattle Records and just happens to be a chess grandmaster 🙂
Thanks again for having the absolute gem of a business going at the bottom of The Ave!
Jeffrey Stephen Parker
Brewery: Big Tome
City: U District, Seattle WA
Brewed on premise: Yep
Number of house beer taps: 10
Guest Beer: No, but some ciders
Bar seating: 10
Table seating: Yes
Patio: Yes
Beer garden: No
Food: Yes
Food Trucks: No
Dogs Allowed: No
Televisions: 7
Beer to go: Yes
Liquor: Yes, full bar
Wine: Yes
Tony: Absolutely!
Why would I come back: The Seattle institution, Big Time Brewery & Alehouse has been a U-District anchor since 1988. One of Washington’s pioneering craft breweries and legendary in the PNW hop movement, Big Time was synonymous with dank, sticky, bitter IPAs, Now offering a wide array of options, including Foggy Stardust NEIPA. Still holding on to the wood forward and vintage signs of the 90’s brewpub scene BT is a nostalgic trip back in time, and a genuinely comfortable, well loved pub atmosphere that shuns modern trends. The history is palpable, but the beer is as fresh as ever.
Big Time remains a must-visit destination for any beer lover. Still representing an important cornerstone of the city’s brewing scene.
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… moreCity: U District, Seattle WA
Brewed on premise: Yep
Number of house beer taps: 10
Guest Beer: No, but some ciders
Bar seating: 10
Table seating: Yes
Patio: Yes
Beer garden: No
Food: Yes
Food Trucks: No
Dogs Allowed: No
Televisions: 7
Beer to go: Yes
Liquor: Yes, full bar
Wine: Yes
Tony: Absolutely!
Why would I come back: The Seattle institution, Big Time Brewery & Alehouse has been a U-District anchor since 1988. One of Washington’s pioneering craft breweries and legendary in the PNW hop movement, Big Time was synonymous with dank, sticky, bitter IPAs, Now offering a wide array of options, including Foggy Stardust NEIPA. Still holding on to the wood forward and vintage signs of the 90’s brewpub scene BT is a nostalgic trip back in time, and a genuinely comfortable, well loved pub atmosphere that shuns modern trends. The history is palpable, but the beer is as fresh as ever.
Big Time remains a must-visit destination for any beer lover. Still representing an important cornerstone of the city’s brewing scene.
@brewersassoc
@homebrewassoc
@touchdownbrewery
#ParkerPose
#BeerLife
#BeerLove
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Elise Herzfeld
I love Big Time Brewery for their Wednesday trivia! The staff are very kind and welcoming and seem to really enjoy what they do. I love the sour smash (and I’m so sad it’s seasonal). Their nachos and burgers are very good too!
… moreTrevor Kelly
Been coming to Big Time mostly for the trivia nights but overall recommend the bar. Food is pretty good and nice selection. It would be fun to see a sweet treat option on the menu mix things up. Recommend coming on Wednesday nights for trivia. You can call ahead and reserve a table for your team which is nice.
… moreRoseanne M
Great cheeseburger. Fries were crispy and delicious. We would recommend the onion rings.Staff was friendly and efficient. Can order online. Gluten free buns available. Nice atmosphere. Convenient location. Would definitely recommend for lunch or dinner.
… moreAshley Couch
Easy place to run in for a quick lunch near the university.
… moreCaitlin Conley
Discovered this brewery for the first time—can’t believe I hadn’t been here before when I found out they’ve been open for over 30 years! The beer was delicious (we tried the sour and a few of their IPAs). Great little street patio setup. We didn’t have any food here but will come back to try the pizza. Really friendly bartender. Convenient that they can can up any of the beers for you on site to grab a couple for the road!
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