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

  • Wednesday

    $15 Burger + Beer 12-3pm.
    Happy hour 3-6pm.
    From 6pm $15 burger,  Schnitty's, banh mi & $15 spritz.
    Trivia from 7pm

  • Thursday

    $15 Burger + Beer 12-3pm.
    Happy hour 3-6pm
    From 6pm $15 Schnitty's.
    Family night from 6pm

  • Friday

    $15 Burger + Beer 12-3pm
    Happy hour 3-6pm.
    Live music from 7pm

  • Saturday

    $15 Burger + Beer 12-3pm
    Aperetivo hour - 3-6pm.
    Live music from 4pm

  • Sunday

    12-5pm Kids Eat Free
    $20 Steak and Salad
    Live music from 2pm
    Happy hour 3-6 w/ $7 schooners
    **One complimentary kids meal with any main meal sold. Not valid with any other offer**

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.

  • Large warehouse-style brewery bar in Brookvale
  • The dining area at Freshwater Brewing in Brookvale
  • The interior of Freshwater Brewing in Brookvale
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.