Elysian Brewing Company and Public House
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: (206) 860-1920
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11:30am- 2am, Sat-Sun 12pm- 2am
Editorial Review for Elysian Brewing Company and Public House – by Kathy Schultz
The Scene
They don't call it a public house for nothing. The windows run from floor to ceiling, creating an open environment with "look-at-me" bar types inside and sidewalk voyeurs outside. It's a huge, open space with a bar a half-block long. But don't miss the more intimate spaces in the lounge area, which boasts inviting couches. Live music, once regularly scheduled here, has been discontinued.
The Draw
A slew of beers have been brewed here since 1996, including the signature Indian Pale Ale (IPA). For a strong contrast, try the Extra Special Bitter. Or for a little of everything, go for the beer sampler: It will give you a taste of six of the pub's draft beers. The food is worthwhile. Among the offerings are the barbecue pork sandwich, the hummus platter, burgers, beer-battered fish and chips, and specials such as ceviche tostadas.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoA straight shot down Pike Street is The Pike Pub and Brewery, a longtime Seattle fixture.
What To DrinkSunday through Thursday happy hour features a $1 off all pints from 4:30pm to 6:30pm
The ExtrasA free Wi-Fi connection supplies beer drinking technology fiends ever-present net access.
User Reviews for Elysian Brewing Company and Public House
02/28/2008 Posted by JohnThorton
The Elysian has always been inconsistant, but worth going to. Often great, sometimes not. Always good beer. The change to the menu makes it tough to choose it over some of the other local restaurants. But if you are looking for good beer on the hill, it is one of your best bets.
Pros: Beer
Cons: Lack of food selection
02/02/2008 Posted by sunplease
Dear Elysian Proprietors, I have been a loyal Elysian patron for many moons. I love your friendly and efficient wait staff, your convenient location and your outstandingly delicious beer. Your food, unfortunately, has never been great. BUT, I found a dish that I enjoyed, often multiple times in a week: the buffalo wings with an extra large side of celery and carrot sticks. Your fish and chips were also quite delicious. When you recently closed your doors for a brief remodel, I was excited. What might you crazy Elysian people have up your sleeves? Turns out, I was about to be deeply disappointed. Your new, elongated bar is quite nice. Your menu, on the other hand, is a boring disaster. My greatest sadness: no more wings. Also, no more fish and chips. And your formerly delicious and affordable burger now costs over $12 bucks if you add a wee slice of cheddar. Please, Elysian, remember who you are. Bring back the wings. Bring back the fish and chips. I can only speak for myself, but I assure you that the fine people of Capitol Hill will thank you.
Pros: wait staff and delicious beer
Cons: menu...boring and expensive
