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Great Lakes Brewery

Ontario’s Fiercely Independent Brewery

★ 4.8 (619 reviews)

30 Queen Elizabeth Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1L8, Canada
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Embrace the bold flavors and community spirit of Great Lakes Brewery, where fiercely independent brewing meets a commitment to freshness and innovation. Located in Etobicoke, Ontario, this brewery isn't just crafting beer—it's crafting a sense of place. Whether you're sipping on a tropical New England IPA or a crisp, cold lager, every pint tells a story of resilience and collaboration. Their taproom buzzes with energy, featuring rotating drafts, limited releases, and a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what beer can be. Here, every sip supports local traditions and forward-thinking flavors, making it more than just a drink—it's a celebration of Ontario's spirit.

What's happening at Great Lakes Brewery? Upcoming Brewery Events

Sunny Day Eve Midnight Tapping

Midnight Tapping at The Only Cafe on Sunny Day Eve.

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Live Music By Astro Surf

Join us at The Only Cafe on March 25th starting at 7PM as we count down to the first pour of the year! We'll have fun activities, prizes, live music by surf-cowboy band Astro Surf (plus a few surprises throughout the night, but the main event happens when the clock hits twelve and the taps flow with the first Sunnyside pour of the year.

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Brewer'S Table: Sunny Day Edition

A night of delicious food and craft beer at the Great Lakes Brewpub as we celebrate the release of our beloved beer, Sunnyside! Our Brewer's Table: Sunny Day Edition is inspired by the flavours and dishes you'd enjoy on a perfect sunny spring day. This is the ideal event for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Tickets are $50 and include: 4 delicious, spring-inspired dishes, 4 × 11oz beers perfectly paired with each course, A guided tasting for every pairing.

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Sunny Day Pub Crawl

A pub crawl along College Street, drinking Sunnyside Session IPA, from 7-11pm.

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Sunny Day Pub Crawl

Join the pub crawl along College Street, drinking Sunnyside Session IPA and ending at the Sunny Day After Dark Pizza Party.

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Sunny Day Pub Crawl

Participants will traverse College Street from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on March 26th as part of Sunny Day, stopping for pizza, drinks, and a complimentary pour, with a trail pass starting at $5.

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Sunny Day

Sunny Day is coming back, featuring the release of Sunnyside Session IPA across the province, with a Pop-Up on College Street, a Pub Crawl, a party at the Brewery, a Brewer's Table at the GLB Brewpub, and launch parties across Ontario.

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The Sunny Trail

On March 26th from 7-11PM we will be making our way up College Street to our Sunny Day After Dark Pizza Party, drinking Sunnyside Session IPA along the way! Want to join the crawl? Trail Passes start at $5 and come with a complimentary pour once we reach the last stop.

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Live Music By Pachedub Collective

We're turning the Great Lakes Brewery into a full-on beach bash for Sun of a Beach: a part of our Sunny Day celebrations. We'll be serving up your favourite GLB beers including Sunnyside Session IPA and Caribbean-inspired food to snack on. At 6pm, Mexican Reggae band, Pachedub Collective, will be jamming in the heated patio making the whole place feel like sunshine.

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Great Lakes Brewery Reviews What people like about this brewery

Great Lakes Brewery is praised for its exceptional staff and service, dog-friendly atmosphere, and spacious patios offering a great beer-drinking experience. Visitors appreciate their craft beers, bar snacks, and unique hangout spot with outdoor seating areas.


Craft Beer Menu
BeerABVIBU
Over My Dad Body Pilsner  
PilsnerGerman
5.0%25
HazeMama  
IPANew England / Hazy
7.0%35
Pompous Ass English Ale  
Pale AleEnglish
4.2%28
Audrey Hopburn  
IPABelgian
6.2%55
Pumpkin Ale  
Pumpkin / Yam Beer
5.5%15
Devil's Pale Ale 666  
Pale AleAmerican
6.6%66
Apocalypse Later Imperial Black IPA  
IPAImperial / Double Black
10.0%100
Miami Weiss White Pale Ale  
Wheat BeerAmerican Pale Wheat
4.5%35
Karma Citra IPA  
IPAAmerican
6.6%65
BURST! ... A New England Pale Ale  
Pale AleNew England / Hazy
4.5%20
Great Lakes Premium Lager  
LagerPale
5.0%12
Sunnyside Session IPA  
IPASession
3.9%25
RoboHop West Coast Double IPA  
IPAImperial / Double
8.5%100
THRUST! an IPA  
IPANew England / Hazy
6.5%40
Red Leaf  
LagerAmerican Amber / Red
5.0%10
Winter Ale  
Winter Ale
6.2%15
As Far Back As I Can Remember  
IPANew England / Hazy
6.4%40
Octopus Wants To Fight IPA  
IPAAmerican
6.2%88
Great Lakes Stout  
Stout
4.3%8
Blonde Lager  
LagerPale
5.0%10
Limp Puppet Session IPA  
IPASession
4.2%25
Hanlan’s Point Coconut Coffee Porter  
PorterCoffee
6.5%19
Canuck Pale Ale  
Pale AleAmerican
5.2%35
Saison Dupump  
Farmhouse AleSaison
5.2%15
Lake Effect  
IPAAmerican
7.0%80

Brewery Services + Perks About Great Lakes Brewery

Great Lakes Brewery offers curbside pickup, delivery, and free parking. Guests can also enjoy a beer while seated in their vehicle or access the restroom. The brewery is wheelchair accessible, with parking and entrance options available for patrons with disabilities.


When can I get craft beer? Typical hours at Great Lakes Brewery

Day Hours
Monday10:00am–8:00pm
Tuesday10:00am–8:00pm
Wednesday10:00am–10:00pm
Thursday10:00am–10:00pm
Friday10:00am–10:00pm
Saturday10:00am–10:00pm
Sunday10:00am–8:00pm

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