With the weather being warmer than ever, now’s the perfect time to hang out with friends, sit in the shade, and cool off with a frosty drink. Metro Vancouver’s filled with tons of amazing drink spots that are just waiting to be discovered by you, so we’ve compiled a list of 6 of the Lower Mainland’s best drink places that are certain to quench your thirst this summer.
Feeling thirsty? Not to worry– we’ve got you covered.
6 Breweries In Metro Vancouver You Have To Try This Summer
Mariner Brewing Co.
As Coquitlam’s first– as well as one and only– brewery, you are guaranteed good times at Mariner Brewing, where there’s something tasty for everyone to enjoy. From a wide variety of refreshing beers to wine, cocktails, and a food menu built for cravings, there’s no shortage of awesome offerings and amazing flavour here. This summer, do yourself a favour and head over to Mariner Brewing so you can discover your new favourite drink!
There’s so many amazing drinks at Mariner Brewing, so here’s a couple that you should absolutely be trying when you sit at the bar. From their Core Beers list, the Mundy Mango Ale are for those of you who like fruity notes in your ales. If you like lagers, order up a Lafarge Lake Lager; and if IPA is your choice, then it’s going to be an Imby Hazy IPA. If you want to try their Limited Release roster, be sure to try their Dry Irish Stout and Raspberry Lemon Sour– absolutely delicious and definitely thirst-quenching.
You might have noticed that a lot of Mariner Brewing’s Core Beers are named after places in British Columbia– and you’d be right! Mariner Brewing has a real focus on community, and since its establishment in 2017, it’s become a true neighbourhood hub. Buzzing with local energy, Mariner Brewing offers more than just great drinks and scrumptious food, but a place for people to gather and get together. It’s always a good time at Mariner Brewing– and you are always invited!
Every week is filled with events at Mariner Brewing, too. From Trivia Nights (Mondays), the parent meet-up Babies on Brews (Tuesdays), and Coquitlam Crunchers Hiking Group (Thursday, 7PM), this is one brewery that emphasizes the fun of being part of a community. Mariner Brewing is also cranking up the summer fun with their 8th Annual tailgate party on August 16th with a massive tailgate celebration in the back parking lot featuring live music, games, community booths and activities, delicious food, and plenty of cold beer.
To learn more about Mariner Brewing, their socials and website have details on upcoming events, drinks, and their food. Just head on over to 1100 Lansdowne Dr H in Coquitlam to get the drinks flowing!
Strange Fellows Brewing
Celebrating the strange and extraordinary, Strange Fellows Brewing combines tradition and creativity to create unique beers that are perfect for a warm summer day. Cool, refreshing, and undeniably individual, Strange Fellows is all about bringing people together underneath that all-encompassing umbrella of people enjoying a good beer together. You and your friends will absolutely love the drinks on tap here– not to mention its amazingly welcoming atmosphere.
Strange Fellows’ tap selection is as varied as it is delicious. You’ll be able to try a variety of ales at their tasting room, such as their Talisman West Coast Pale Ale. You should definitely try their Guardian Hazy IPA and Scarab Superdry Lager if you’re more inclined toward IPAs and lagers. And you definitely have to sip on Liminal, Strange Fellows’ Extra Pale Ale for that ultra refreshing experience. You can also try their wines, which include a white wine spritz, red and rose wine.
You can pair your cool beers with Strange Snacks– if Mediterranean Olives, Loaded Nachos, and a Braised Beef Panini sound mouthwatering to you, then take this as your sign to head over to Strange Fellows right now. You can also treat yourself to some awesome Crisps and Dip, as well as Tater Tots. No matter what you order, it’s going to be good.
If you’re looking for all the flavour without the buzz, NEVERTHELESS is Strange Fellows’ proudly brewed non-alcoholic beer collection. Available in Pale Ale, IPA, and Pilsner, each pour is full-bodied, aromatic, and bursting with character. After more than five years perfecting the recipe, the brewers discovered the secret was simple — make it with the same top-quality ingredients and care as every other Strange Fellows beer. The result? A glass so flavourful you won’t miss a thing.
Strange Fellows also has events happening every week, such as Magic Mondays from 5:00pm to 9:00pm every Monday. It’s a great opportunity for beer-lovers and Magic the Gathering players to meet up and play a match together while they enjoy some drinks. If trivia is more your style, then Liz the Wiz hosts Strange Trivia every Tuesday at 7:0pm– all you need is a clothing donation to enter. And Punk Rock Bingo is happening every Wednesday from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. There are prizes to be won here, and dress to impress if you’re able!
Strange Fellows is a fantastic place to chill and grab a drink– they’re located on 1345 Clark Drive in Vancouver. While you’re at it, check out their socials and website for all the details on their tap and events!
Tinhouse Brewing
Tucked along the PoCo Trail near the Pitt River wetlands, Tinhouse Brewing is a local hangout where great beer meets a welcoming vibe. What started as a group of home‑brewers wanting to share their passion has grown into a community hub where regulars, friends, and first‑timers all feel right at home. The brewery prides itself on being a safe, inclusive space for everyone to enjoy.
Tinhouse keeps the taps fresh with a mix of crisp lagers, juicy IPAs, and adventurous seasonals brewed with 100% BC malts. Their most popular pour, Park Slammin’ Lager, is a 4.5% American‑style lager with Saaz and Hallertau‑Mittelfrüh hops for a clean, refreshing finish. A close second is the High Knoll Hazy IPA, named after the nearby Minnekhada Park trail, bursting with citrusy Citra, Mosaic, and Ekuanot hops.
Seasonal fans should watch for the Take‑Out Thai Wit, a Belgian‑style wit with the bright, fragrant flavours of Thai curry—originally a small‑batch recipe from a local filmmaker friend turned fan favourite. Another standout story is their Sweater Snag Dark Saison, a playful collab with Burnaby’s Dageraad Brewing that came with just as many laughs as it did rich, spiced notes.
Whether you’re hopping off the PoCo Trail for a post‑ride flight, chilling on the dog‑friendly patio, or meeting friends for a casual night out, Tinhouse Brewing serves up a mix of local flavour, community spirit, and approachable craft beer that keeps people coming back. For more information on Tinhouse brewing, check out their website and make sure to follow them on Instagram to keep up to date.
R&B Brewing Co.
Head to this East Van staple for two of life’s simple joys: a pint and a pizza. R&B Brewing has been part of Vancouver’s craft beer scene since 1997 and is celebrated for its rotating lineup of house-brewed ales, wood-fired pizzas, and a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere.
The food menu packs plenty of flavour, from $10 weekend brunch and housemade focaccia sandwiches to weekly specials like $6.50 pints all Monday and a Pizza & Pint for $20 until 3 pm. It’s the kind of place where you can drop in for a quick pint, linger with friends over a meal, or catch one of their regular taproom events.
On the beer side, you’ll find core favourites such as the Stolen Bike Lager, Dude Chilling Pale Ale, Hipster Haze, and Raven Cream Ale. Seasonal standouts like Porch Ornament Pumpkin Ale and Auld Nick Winter Ale keep things fresh, while small-batch and experimental brews offer something new for adventurous drinkers.
It’s not just locals who think this place is special. R&B Brewing was named Best Brewery Experience by the BC Ale Trail in 2021, picked up a 2025 Canadian Brewing Awards Bronze for Wild Matters, and won 2023 BC Beer Awards Gold for their Dill Pickle Gose.
You’ll find R&B Brewing Co. at 1-54 East 4th Avenue in Vancouver. They’re open Thursday to Saturday until midnight and all other nights until 11 pm. Whether you’re here for a slice, a flight, or just the good vibes, this East Van favourite delivers every time. Check out their website and make sure to follow them on Instagram for all updates.
Dageraad Brewing
If your summer checklist includes sun, patio, and a pint that tastes like a Belgian vacation, make it Dageraad Brewing. This Burnaby spot is all about Belgian‑style beers poured in a friendly tasting room with a covered, heated 50‑seat patio. It is a quick walk from Production Way‑University Station, which means your designated driver might be the SkyTrain.
Not sure where to start? Go classic with Burnabarian, a crisp Belgian table beer lightly spiced with coriander and brewed with oats. Level up to Blonde, the brewery’s pride with a fruity, spicy aroma, or keep it malty with Amber, their take on a Spéciale Belge. If you’re chasing something nerdy, ask about the Entropy Series or bottles like Eleven, a lightly tart, mixed‑culture beauty. Flavour first, buzz optional.
Bonus brag: Dageraad was named 2018 Canadian Brewery of the Year, and the patio expansion now lets them welcome more of the after‑work crowd when the weather hits perfection. Bring your crew, claim a table, and pretend you’re on a Euro trip that ends two stops from home.
Find Dageraad Brewing at #114‑3191 Thunderbird Crescent, Burnaby. Check their site for the latest taps, hours, and special collabs.
Faculty Brewing Co.
Over in Mount Pleasant, Faculty Brewing Co. keeps things welcoming, geeky, and honestly pretty fun. Their whole vibe is open‑source. Recipes are posted for curious drinkers, and every beer is numbered like a course code so you can pick your level from entry to expert. It is craft beer with study guides, minus the homework.
Lineup to try: 110 Kölsch for crisp, easy sipping, a style that has snagged BC Beer Awards love. The fan‑fave 250 London Fog Ale brings bergamot, vanilla, and tea‑shop comfort in a glass. Feeling citrusy and tropical? Aim for 445 Galaxy IPA. Sour squad, your move is 356 Raspberry Lemon Sourweisse. Build a flight, debate notes with friends, then pretend you discovered it first.
The dog‑friendly patio makes it a perfect pre‑ or post‑Seawall meet‑up. Pull up with your pup, crush a pint, and soak up that Mount Pleasant energy. Address check: 1830 Ontario Street, Vancouver. Keep an eye on their live menu for what is pouring today.
For more on Faculty Brewing Co., hit their website for current taps, events, and new recipe drops.
So whether you’re chasing hazy IPAs on a sun-soaked patio, sampling Belgian-style brews a SkyTrain stop away, or pairing your pint with a pizza, Metro Vancouver is stacked with breweries that make summer sipping a legit sport. Each spot on this list brings its own flavour, personality, and reason to round up your crew. So grab your friends, pick a place (or six), and let your taste buds do the touring. After all, the best way to beat the heat is with a cold drink and good company — and around here, you’ll never run out of either.
