The highly anticipated **Rockaway Beach brewery** from Pelican Brewing Company, a celebrated name in **Oregon breweries**’ craft beer scene with a history spanning nearly three decades, has officially opened its fifth coastal location. This new **Rockaway Beach brewery** brewpub at 165 S Miller Street in Rockaway Beach welcomed its first patrons on Friday, October 17, 2025, marking a significant expansion for the beloved **Rockaway Beach brewery**.
A Cozy Coastal Retreat Joins Rockaway Beach: Your New Favorite Rockaway Beach Brewery
The new **Rockaway Beach brewery** establishment offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, described as a “cozy, coastal retreat.” Situated just one block from the beach, the 1,950-square-foot space, formerly the Rockaway Roastery, has been remodeled to accommodate over 60 guests indoors and an additional 30 on a dog-friendly patio. While featuring a more intimate footprint than some of its sister establishments, the **Rockaway Beach brewery** location embodies Pelican’s signature brand identity with vibrant colors and a laid-back ambiance, making it a prime destination for **craft beer** enthusiasts.
Winter hours for the new **Rockaway Beach brewery** are set from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Sunday through Thursdays, and 11:00 am to 9:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The menu will offer a curated selection of Pelican’s renowned **craft beer** alongside a focused food menu, designed to complement the coastal experience at this exciting **beer opening**.
Pelican Brewing: A Legacy of Coastal Craftsmanship at the Rockaway Beach Brewery
Founded in Pacific City in 1996 by Mary Jones, Jeff Schons, and Brewmaster Darron Welch, Pelican Brewing Company has grown from its humble beginnings as **Oregon breweries**’ only beachfront brewpub into one of the state’s most decorated breweries, boasting over 450 awards. This expansion into Rockaway Beach underscores the company’s deep connection to and investment in **Oregon Coast** communities, solidifying its status as a premier **Rockaway Beach brewery**.
Co-founder Mary Jones expressed her excitement about joining the Rockaway Beach community, stating, “Rockaway Beach is such a special part of the **Oregon Coast**, and we couldn’t be more excited to become part of this community. This space is a mini version of the Pelican experience, bringing together exceptional **craft beer**, meaningful community, and the beauty of life on the **Oregon Coast**.”
Strategic Growth and Distributed Flavors: The Rockaway Beach Brewery Expansion
The Rockaway Beach opening marks Pelican Brewing’s fifth permanent location, adding to its impressive portfolio of **Oregon breweries**. The company’s portfolio includes brewpubs in Cannon Beach, Pacific City, and Siletz Bay, alongside a production facility and taproom in Tillamook. This strategic growth allows Pelican to extend its reach and share its award-winning beers, including favorites like Beak Breaker Double IPA and Kiwanda Ale, as well as its zero-alcohol Sparkle Hops and **craft beer** sodas, across **Oregon**, Washington, and Idaho. This new **brewpub opening** is a testament to their success.
Pelican Brewing’s continued investment in coastal towns like Rockaway Beach is aimed at creating local jobs and supporting year-round tourism, further enhancing the appeal of this **coastal retreat**. The **brewpub**’s commitment to exceptional beer and genuine hospitality remains at the core of its operations, inviting locals and visitors alike to “celebrate the coast—one beer at a time.”
A community ribbon-cutting celebration is scheduled for the following Friday morning, October 24, further cementing the **Rockaway Beach brewery**’s place within Rockaway Beach.
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