Red Bear Brewing, Noma
21 people recommendvia r/washingtondc, r/CraftBeer23 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Red Bear Brewing is a NoMa brewpub, and many people recommend it. A few call it a local brewery, a few say the food is good, one mentions its diverse beer list and appealing taproom, and one points to its patio. Several link it to Seahawks fans, and one has seen families with young children there. A few find it pricey, and one expects big game nights to be very packed.
Address
Red Bear Brewing Co, 209 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002
At a glance
- Known for
- Seahawks fans
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Baranade in r/washingtondc · Jul 2026
Listed as a bar with a following for Seahawks fans.
- Recommendsu/working-to-improve in r/washingtondc · Feb 2026
Says they love this NoMa spot for the situation being asked about.
- Recommendsu/MoreCleverUserName in r/washingtondc · Jun 2025
Recommends Red Bear as a real local brewery, noting its food is pricey but really good.
- Recommendsu/thequeer_one in r/washingtondc · Mar 2024
Notes it is queer-owned and hosts recurring drag and watch-party events.
- Recommendsu/jpmelo in r/washingtondc · Oct 2024
Recommended among NoMa / Union Market spots for a casual crawl.
- Recommendsu/msty2k in r/washingtondc · Apr 2024
Recommended as a NoMa brewpub, distinct from the nearby outdoor beer garden.
- Recommendsu/diaymujer in r/washingtondc · Apr 2026ambience
Suggests it as the better pick for an all-outdoor visit, citing its patio.
- Recommendsu/howdy0_0 in r/washingtondc · Jul 2026
Recommends it for Seahawks fans and says watching UW games there is fun.
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- Recommendsu/Seaciety in r/washingtondc · May 2026
Suggests this brewery as a daytime stop in a broader itinerary.
- Recommendsu/FoxOnCapHill in r/washingtondc · Apr 2024
Puts it first on a suggested beer trail and notes it serves lunch.
- Recommendsu/m2Q12 in r/washingtondc · May 2025
Calls it a cool brewery, though it is technically in the NE area.
- Recommendsu/smolpotat19 in r/washingtondc · Apr 2026ambience
Notes it may be a bit far off, but often sees families there indoors and out.
- Recommendsu/theguvna505 in r/CraftBeer · Sep 2025
On the suggested trail, a short walk or scooter ride from NoMa station.
- Recommendsu/ramblindore in r/CraftBeer · Sep 2025
Calls it very local and good.
- Recommendsu/AffectionateSoup6725 in r/CraftBeer · Apr 2026
Suggests Red Bear as a stop on the Metropolitan Beer Trail.
- Recommendsu/Inside-Beyond-4672 in r/washingtondc · Jun 2025
Says Red Bear is good too, singling out its food as solid.
- Recommendsu/captaintightpantzz in r/washingtondc · Dec 2024
Suggests Red Bear as a stop for anyone leaving the trail in NoMa.
- Recommendsu/me_speak_computer in r/washingtondc · May 2024
Named among personal favourites, with a pick aimed at brewery-seeking visitors.
- Mixedu/trustthemuffin in r/washingtondc · Jan 2026ambience
Describes it as the Seahawks pick; expects a packed, chaotic crowd but sees fun potential.
- Mixedu/GrossePointeJayhawk in r/washingtondc · Jan 2025price
Has some good beers but is pricey, which the commenter says applies to most things.
- Recommendsu/APuffyCloudSky in r/washingtondc · Nov 2024ambience
Calls the NoMa spot a relaxed bar they enjoy, despite not usually liking bars.
- Recommendsu/LostLongIslander in r/washingtondc · Oct 2024ambience
Suggests this northeast brewery scene may suit the artsy crowd the asker wants.
- Recommendsu/the_gang_gets_reddit in r/CraftBeer · May 2024variety
Recommends it for its diverse beers and an appealing taproom.
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Details last checked 14 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.