Restaurant
Unclaimed profilePeaks & Pints Tacoma Craft Beer Bar, Bottle Shop & Restaurant
Tacoma, WA · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Peaks & Pints is a beer-first destination with 28 taps, including nitro lines, and a 13-door cooler holding over 800 bottles and cans. The program extends to tap wines and non-alcoholic options like Athletic Run Wild IPA and cold brew. Regular themed flights and the annual Tournament of Beer keep the selection dynamic, though pricing on some items has drawn customer complaints.
- What should I order?
- Start with a themed beer flight to sample the rotating taps. Look for the house IPA from Lumberbeard or a rare find like Russian River Pliny the Elder from the cooler. Wine drinkers can try a Sangiovese on tap or a wine flight.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts seeking variety and rare bottles will find a deep selection. Those interested in non-alcoholic options or a quick wine pour will also find something, though the focus is squarely on beer.
- When should I go?
- Visit during the annual Tournament of Beer for a bracket-style competition, or any day for daily themed flights that change regularly. Evenings are likely lively given the bar and restaurant setting.
- What should I expect to spend?
- No detailed pricing for most beverages is available. One customer reported a non-alcoholic beer can costing around $6 on-site due to an 'uncorking fee', so on-site consumption may carry additional charges.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The combination of a 28-tap bar, a 13-door cooler with over 800 bottles and cans, and a bottle shop under one roof is rare. The venue's Beer Line Blog, updated multiple times a week, and the annual Tournament of Beer demonstrate a committed beer culture.
Beverage categories
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Wine
Wine is a secondary but viable part of the program, available on tap and in the cooler. Regular wine flights and winery events like the Firriato Wine Flight add interest, though the selection is limited compared to beer.
Menu strengths
- — Wine is integrated into the tap system and cooler, offering variety beyond beer.
- — Regular wine flights and winery events are hosted.
Standout selections
- — Prolo Red Blend from Walla Walla, WA, 14% ABV
- — Pinot Gris on tap, 13.8% ABV
Pricing: No specific wine pricing evidence available.
Beer
The beer program is extensive, with 28 taps including nitro and over 800 bottles and cans. Daily themed flights, the annual Tournament of Beer, and a frequently updated blog indicate a vibrant, community-focused beer culture.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive beer selection with over 800 bottles/cans and 28 taps.
- — Active community engagement through events like the Tournament of Beer.
Standout selections
- — Lumberbeard Cut-Off Flannel IPA, house IPA, 6.8% ABV
- — Russian River Pliny the Elder, double IPA
- — Great Notion Jumbo, milk stout with cacao nibs, peanut butter, marshmallow
- — PFriem Maple Barrel Aged Smoked Porter, 9.1% ABV
Pricing: One customer reported a $2.19 non-alcoholic beer can costing around $6 on-site due to an 'uncorking fee', but no general beer pricing is available.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are thoughtfully integrated, including Athletic Run Wild IPA on tap and in bottles, kombucha, and nitro cold brew from a local roaster. This provides a solid alternative for those avoiding alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a variety of non-alcoholic options including NA beer, kombucha, and cold brew.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Run Wild IPA, non-alcoholic IPA, 0% ABV
- — Nitro Cold Brew from Outer Dark Coffee,
Pricing: A customer reported a $2.19 non-alcoholic beer can costing around $6 on-site due to an 'uncorking fee'.
How it sits with the food
The venue is also a restaurant, but specific food offerings are not detailed in the evidence. The beer selection includes styles like IPAs and porters that pair well with hearty fare, and the tap wine options offer a lighter alternative.
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