The Traveler
Stopped in for a Valentine’s Day lunch and got some French dip sando redemption. The last one I had (at another restaraunt) was awful, so it was time to get a good one back on my palate. Smoky, hardly any fat or gristle due to it being a Tri tip cut, and the horse radish was on point. I couldn’t eat all the onion rings that came with my plate because they were massive. My partner got the chicken sando and was definetly enjoying it. He paired his with a frosty IPA and I had the blackberry izu (sp?) hard seltzer. So good. We ate outside in the tent and when they turned on the propane heater it was very pleasant. Even though we moved a few times, inside was too warm, under cover but too close to the music speakers, then into the tent where it was juuuuust right…our waitress found us each time and was attentive, even though we were the only ones out there until the lunch crowd showed up. We have been enjoying this brewery since first visiting in 2018, moved to Humboldt in 2020 and are still fans when we head south on errands.
… moreMarc Milrod
Excellent everything. Great, deep menut The meals that kitchen tirned out were excellent. A crazy selection of dessert, too!
Their Fishwich Special had 2 fish (photo). The Tri-Tip chili had red beans, still it was incredibly tasty, well spiced, and tender.
I chickened out on the Reuben, opting for a ‘hot pastrami on rye.’ Quite well done, perfectly salted. A tad stringy, but I’m sure it was meant to be had with… melted cheese, kraut and 1,000 Island which no doubt would have held it together that extra little bit.
Also, excellent beer selection.
Friendly and amenable seasoned staff, w plenty of decent parking.
Not really much for signage, I must admit, even though it seems to be surrounded by hotels.
The grounds just kept going on and on out the back door. A tent here, a stage here there and everywhere. Plenty of private enough spaces.
Incredibly well done ‘Tavern,’ ‘Brew Pub,’ or ‘Taphouse.’
Televisions are above wall level, so as not to distract too much. We asked for 2 near us to be tuned to specific NFL games, all it took was a couple of moments to find the channels for us.
I just wish there was anything like this near my house.
… moreRoberta Peek
Stopped as I was heading through town for fish and chips. However, I substituted the fries for onion rings. I thought it was going to be halibut, but unfortunately they were out. The fish was still yummy though and good tarter sauce. The onion rings were super crispy. They seemed a tad over done with a slight burnt taste to them but they were still ok. Friendly service. I would stop again when in the area.
… moreAlyson Miners Ulsh
Nice brewery, great selection of craft beer. Flights were 18 selections for $24 to many for me to select from would have preferred a choice of 6 for $12 or such, I had a porter which was very good. Food portions were really nice and the food was fantastic. I had Fish and Chips, delicious! A few choices for the wings, potato skins, pics of the foods we had are attached.
… moreBill Lucas
Tri-tip sandwich and chilli were great. For $20 we got the full flight of beers which is all 12 of Ell River’s beers currently on tap. The inside was packed so we ate out in the heated tent. Melissa our server was on it and kept all the tables out there fed and well hydrated.
… moreK
I have come to Eel River Brewery many times in the past, and I’ve never been disappointed. But this last time I went it was AMAZING. I had a wonderful lunch with my partner. The food arrived quickly, it was SO tasty. Cooked beautifully. The staff was friendly. The Shirley Temple I ordered was delicious. I left there feeling so so satisfied and impressed by the food and the service. Although I’d always known I’d continue coming back, this last experience made me want to come back way sooner than I had planned! Highly recommend.
… moreChe Dean (Tuxramus)
We had a fantastic experience at Eel River Brewing! The atmosphere was spot on—relaxed and welcoming—and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our visit.
As for the food and drinks, everything was excellent. We highly recommend the fish n chips and the crispy chicken sandwich with salad. To wash it all down, the Amber Ales were great, and the Love Island cocktail and Espresso Martini were perfectly crafted.
The pricing was very reasonable for the quality and service we received. If you’re passing through the area, this venue is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreKD
My husband and I stopped by for lunch and have been back a handful of times since. The beers are great the hazy is our favorite at the moment. They have outdoor seating and allow you to bring your dog which is nice. ChrisD was our server and was very attentive and polite. Especially for being seated outside. Marci is the bartender and is very friendly and accommodating. We love their salt and vinegar wings it’s a wet sauce and is covered in it (update it is not a wet sauce anymore. It’s a dry rub so we switched to Buffalo wings.) We have also enjoyed the smoked wings, in-house made pork rinds, tri-tip sandwich, clam chowder and onion rings. The only thing we would not order again is the chili. Kitty is a server as well and is very friendly even if you’re not one of her tables. We enjoy this place and will continue to come back.
… moreTed Strouse
The food was amazing but the service was even better! I had the Steak special of the day with prawns and got the steak smothered with sauteed onions and mushrooms topped with provolone…it came with veggies and a big baked potato with all the fixings as well as a cup of delicious clam chowder. The server was the sweetest and calmed me down from a harrowing mountain drive in the rain at night. I highly recommend!
… moreJacki Farrar
Service, food and atmosphere were all fantastic!! The seltzers were so good I picked some up to take back to Washington to share with friends. Great parking for an RV. Easy to get to off 101. Beautiful outdoor patio seating and they let the pup come eat / drink with us. Chris and the other staff were so kind! Would 100% come back here again when I’m back visiting!!
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