Métier Brewing

Zero complaints on this visit. I walked in, ordered a beer and snack in seconds then found an open spot. Unfortunately I was alone, but fortunately the people I sat by were very inviting and open to conversation. The best part is, my beer was delicious. Their interior is very clean and simple. The layout guide you and makes the experience so simple. The beer selection and food selection is a bit limited, but I found items I could eat and enjoy just fine. I asked others around me if they enjoyed their food and drink and everyone else was very pleased with their orders.Their seating is very German bar styled. Picnic styled tables for everyone. lol. I barely remember even parking but I had to park around the corner unfortunately. It's a Seattle thing so I'm used to it. I stayed so way longer than I expected. I'll have to come back soon with friends.

Just happen to drive by and saw this spot poppin' off so pulled over and went in. Great beer selection with fun flavors and Japanese style small bites menu. Really fun atmosphere with TVs for sports, plenty of seating for all party sizes and guests (kids allowed), dogs are welcome and there are available water bowls for them. Small outdoor seating area with two fire pits (seats 6). No outside food or drinks (posted on the door) unfortunately. Great spot in the neighborhood! Really focused on community involvement and activism efforts. Another great Black Owned Business to support.

Wow, I am blown away.This is now easily my favorite brewery in Seattle, and one of the most unique.It's 100% Black-owned which, sadly, puts it in a club of probably only a handful of other breweries in the US.They are committed to representation and community, and everything about their message and culture conveys that this isn't some sort of passing fad or gimmick.The location is chill, indoor-outdoor, and has some really outstanding afro-anime ambiance. They also have really unique, Japanese-style street food!But all that is nice, how's the beer?Well, it's outstanding.Their "Mother Georges Brew Hoppy Lager" is one of the best beers I've had a at a commercial brewery. It reminds me of the beer I make at home: crispy and clear but with a big, bright, fruity hoppy bite. It's such a welcome taste when you're used to all these chalky/soft hazy IPAs.If you are into hazies well, they have a ton of those too, no worries!Stop reading already, just visit!

The place is pretty cool! They have board/card games and a swing to enjoy. I liked the Horizon IPA, the whiskey barrel beer was interesting but definitely not for me!

If you've followed along with my Yelpy journey over the years, you knoooow I'm a longtime Metier stan. They started in Woodinville and I've loved them all the way to Seattle! Their beers are amongst some of my absolute local favorites. The Trailblazer Pale Ale is one of their staples and always delicious. Love the Dunkelweizen too! Their hazies are also always good... Honestly, I don't think they can brew anything bad. Just do yourself a favor and order a flight and try an assortment, and try to nail down your favorite! The Cherry Street location is interesting because it's located in a very residential feeling area. Street parking, so don't depend on getting a spot in a lot (I think they have one, but it's small or has strict limits on who can park there). Inside is very laid back and definitely gives off the vibe that this is a spot to come for good times and fun conversation. Kids are also welcome, which is always a bonus in my book. Moms like to unwind with a good beer, too! Sadly, I'm not able to imbibe right now because I'm pregnant. I was here recently and decided to try their NA hop water because I was curious... And it's a SUPERB alcohol replacement. Whether you're going sober, pregnant, or just not feeling a drink - their hop water is delicious. It's unlike anything I've had before but also tastes slightly (ish) like a beer? Hard to explain - you've gotta try it for yourself! Can't wait to come back to Metier during the warmer months once I'm able to have a beer again!

Super cute neighborhood hang spot. I loved the okazu pan food partner within the brewery (it was about $10 for each item, for myself, 1 serves as a snack, maybe 2 could suffice as a lighter meal). Service was super friendly. When I went (on a Friday night in February) there were a number of large parties. It feels like a younger crowd, not for families with kids. It's a beautiful spot from the outside and inside, because of the glass and metal structure. But this did make it a cold and very loud environment. I actually probably wouldn't come back because I personally find it harder to hear (everyone is YELLING to talk over the rest of the place). But it is convenient and has a charm!

I've been to the Woodinville Metier location a few years ago and liked my experience there. When I found out that a second location opened in the Central Neighborhood I was ver eager to pay a visit here.Perhaps it was what I picked or they just improved overall but I was blown away with the beer I chose to have it here. It was off of their limited batch selection and was the Tequila Barrel Aged Smoked Porter. Oh,wow was this a great beer! A peppery taste was there in addition to a tequila flavor and smoky flavor. Perfect balance and a wonderful complexity. This beer is definitely something you must try if you are into this sort of thing or into creative craft beer recipes while visiting breweries. Five stars all the way on this beer experience in fact I'd give more if I could I was that impressed!

Came here with my cousin this past Sunday. I had been by this area so many times on the way to other areas in the CD. It's a few blocks down from Fays Chicken and Waffles. Great space, very open the outside seating is well covered. Nothing fancy but fun and comfortable some Adirondack chairs, a swing. simple patio furniture. Love that the space is about community developing and inspiring others. Definitely a space that will be busy during the summer, was quite a crowd on a Sunday afternoon at opening. I was born and raised in Seattle, grew up in the Rainier Beach area and my dad still lives there. What I love about the spot is that it's minority owned something the neighborhood needs. With all the changes in the CD would like to see more black owned and minority owned businesses remain in the area. I live in Ballard which is a mecca of breweries lately. I've been to a few but felt more at home here than any of the ones in Ballard. Love that Umami Kushi is served here actually fried on location. Saw Harold himself working the fryer. The chips are a must as well as the varieties of the Japanese Pan. Also was introduced ti co-owner of Métier, Rodney Hines so friendly and welcoming. Dad had a pale ale, I had an IPA and my cousin had the Black Stripe Coconut Porter. I'm not porter person but had a taste of it and would definitely order it next time it was way smoother than I expected. What I really love is their mission. Knowing that they offer internships for women and people of color, which is supported by sales of the Black Stripe coconut porter. Is another reason to love the porter.

There's no private parking lot for Metier Brewing. Parking is all along the street. I went during a day and time where parking wasn't too bad to find along the street, but there does seem to be a lot street parking within some of the residential streets and a few blocks down from the Metier. Walking up to the entrance, they do have an area that would be perfect for outdoor seating in the summer, but in the winter, it's a bit too cold to be sitting outside. If they had a heater outside by the seating area, it would be nice. Be mindful when walking in or out of Metier at the entrance because there's a bit of a step to go in and out. There's lots of tables and seats to fit roughly about 30-40 people or so? The tables are big enough to do work on your laptop or play board games; which is what I noticed people doing while there. They also have some tvs on, which I would think they would put on sports if needed. The service here was great. Everyone was helpful with recommending beers and food at Umami Kushi. There was a good number of beers on tap to choose from which was listed on the wall. As for food, the okazu pan that I got was the bbq pork. It was a tad salty for my taste, but it wasn't bad. The price of $5.75 seems a bit steep for the size of the okazu pan. Because there was an event going on on the day I went, they ran out of the okazu pan of all flavors fast. Overall, the visit to Metier was good, but it was quite a drive for me. But if you live in the area or are in the area, it's not a bad place to hangout and gather with friends to enjoy a pint or two of beer.

Great service, super sweet staff. Didn't try the food, but the cider was delicious. Good vibes, sunlight