Welcome to Freshwater Brewing - Your Local Brewery on Sydney’s Northern Beaches

We're an independent craft brewery with two great locations. Our Brookvale Taproom is a spacious, family-friendly and dog-friendly venue perfect for groups and events. Freshie Locale, is our new bar in the heart of Freshwater Village, serving up small plates, cocktails and natural wines.

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What's On At The Taproom

  • Wednesdays - Trivia from 7pm & Your choice of $15 Burger, Banh Mi, Schnitty or Salad

  • Thursdays - Schnitzel $15 & Corn Hole from 7pm

    $15 Schnitzels, need we say more.

  • Thursday and Friday $15 Burger + Beer | 12–3pm

  • Thursday Family Night

    Free kids entertainment 5:30–8:30pm

  • Fridays - Happy Hour 4-8pm

    Happy Hour kicks off at 4pm, $10 Pints, $12 Spritz & $14 Margies.

  • Saturdays - Aperitivo Hour 4-6pm

    Get into our $15 Aperol Spritzes from 4-6pm.

  • Sundays - Kids Eat Free 12pm-3pm & Schooner Sundays $7 Schooners 4pm - 6pm

    The kiddos are looked after on Sundays. We're running kids eat free from 12pm - 3pm. Plus free foosball and table tennis. They can climb the lifeguard tower and have fun while you enjoy a Sunday feed and a beer.

Freshwater Brewing staff preparing food  at Freshie Locale in Freshwater Village

We brew fresh, easy-drinking beer inspired by sunny days and good company. Enjoy a rotating selection of beers, natural wines, small plates and local snacks, whether you’re stopping by after a swim at Freshwater Beach or booking a birthday in our brewery warehouse.

Tees printed in Brookie
Supporting local boardriders
Brewed in Brookie
Proudly independent
A surfer catching waves at Freshwater Beach

Undercurrents of joy.

Australian surf culture began with a single ride. At our local beach, legendary stories still ripple through the community — and as a local brewery, we’re here to honour those undercurrents of joy.