Fresh Beer, Brewery Tanks & a Heated Beer Garden in Devonport
Pull up a seat amongst the tanks at Island State Brewing, Devonport’s only independent brewery and a relaxed spot for a fresh local beer right in the heart of the city.
The beer is brewed onsite, so you can take in the sights, sounds and smells of a working brewery while tasting your way through the taps. There are 16 to choose from, with Island State favourites including lager, red ale, hazy IPA and plenty of seasonal and limited releases.
Grab a tasting paddle, settle in with a pint or head outside to the undercover, heated beer garden. Not a beer drinker? There’s also a selection of Tasmanian wine and spirits behind the bar.
Hungry? Order a pizza or something tasty from one of the neighbouring restaurants and have it brought to your table, or keep an eye out for visiting food trucks popping up at the brewery.
Right in Devonport’s Market Square precinct, Island State Brewing is an easy stop if you’ve just arrived on the Spirit of Tasmania, or a good place to finish a day tasting your way around North West Tasmania.
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Love a local brew? Add Island State Brewing to our Beer & Cider Trail and taste your way from Deloraine to Burnie through independent breweries, cider makers and plenty of good food along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Island State Brewing?
Island State Brewing is located at 17 Oldaker Street in Devonport’s Market Square precinct, on Tasmania’s North West Coast.
Is Island State Brewing an independent brewery?
Yes. Island State Brewing is Devonport’s only independent brewery, with its beers brewed fresh onsite in the heart of the city.
Can you do a beer tasting at Island State Brewing?
Yes. With 16 taps pouring Island State beers and other options, you can grab a tasting paddle or settle in with a pint and find a new favourite.
Can you tour Island State Brewing?
Yes. Island State Brewing offers behind-the-scenes brewery tours where visitors can learn more about the brewing process, sample beer from the tank and enjoy a flight of four beers.
Can you eat at Island State Brewing?
Yes. You can order pizza or food from neighbouring restaurants and have it brought to your table, and visiting food trucks also pop up at the brewery.
Does Island State Brewing have a beer garden?
Yes. Island State Brewing has an undercover, heated beer garden, making it a comfortable spot to settle in with a local beer throughout the year.
Is Island State Brewing near the Spirit of Tasmania?
Yes. Island State Brewing is in central Devonport, making it an easy brewery stop for visitors arriving or departing Tasmania on the Spirit of Tasmania.
What else can I explore near Island State Brewing?
Island State Brewing is featured on the Tasting Trail Tasmania Beer & Cider Trail, connecting breweries and cider makers from Deloraine to Burnie across North West Tasmania.