Kent-based Airways Brewing Company opened the Airways Brewing Beer & Bistro Nov. 1 in downtown Kent. The bistro is at 320 W. Harrison Street. It offers seating for 35 and features a menu of pizzas, artisan sandwiches, soups and salads. Twelve taps pour only Washington produced products from Airways Brewing’s signature and seasonal beers, guest brews from other small and medium-sized breweries and a dedicated Washington cider tap.
“We’re excited to finally be open in downtown Kent,” said Alex Dittmar, the company’s founder and head brewer in a company media release. “It took a little longer than we had planned, and we still have some finishing touches, such as artwork and signs to put up, but we think we’ve got a great local pub that people will really enjoy.”
The bistro emphasizes local products.
“Our goal with the bistro is to be able to offer delicious food to go alongside beers and wines produced right here in this great state,” Dittmar said. “Our menu is based on fresh produce and high-quality meats for a healthier take on pub food. We plan to rotate selections frequently to take advantage of seasonal flavors.”
In addition to Airways signature beers and some special “one-off” creations, opening-week beers include selections from M.T. Head Brewing in Graham, Valhöll Brewing & Slippery Pig Brewing from Poulsbo, Soos Creek Brewing in Covington and Two Beers Brewing in Seattle. The bistro is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. The business is closed Sunday and Monday. Airways Brewing opened a production facility and tap room in 2010 in the Kent industrial area at 6644 S 196th St., Suite T-100. The company also distributes its beer to microbrew specialty bars and taverns in the greater Seattle/Tacoma area.
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