SunRift Beer Company – Kalispell

Downtown Kalispell brewery taproom with flagship and seasonal ales, about 33 miles from Glacier's West Entrance.

When to come

Weekday afternoons between 3 and 6 PM for the posted happy hour, or after returning from the park in the evening.

Dining

Dining★ 4.4

SunRift Beer Company is a brewery taproom at 55 1st Avenue West N in downtown Kalispell, about 33 miles from Glacier National Park's West Entrance via US 2. It brews on a 10-barrel brewhouse and pours a flagship lineup that includes SunRift IPA, Sundown Honey Brown, Sol Gravy Stout and Working Man's Wheat, plus rotating seasonals such as Pour Some Sun Summer Ale, dry-hopped with locally grown Vista hops. Google lists it open daily, with 9 AM openings on Saturday and Sunday. It works as an end-of-day stop after a Going-to-the-Sun Road drive when you are based in Kalispell.

Quick facts

Cuisine Type
Brewery taproom
Signature Dishes
Beer is the draw: SunRift IPA (6.6% ABV), Sundown Honey Brown, Blonde Bomber, Sol Gravy Stout, Hefty Nuts hefeweizen, Big Arm Strong Golden Ale and Working Man's Wheat are the flagships.

What to order

Cuisine Type
Brewery taproom
Signature Dishes
Beer is the draw: SunRift IPA (6.6% ABV), Sundown Honey Brown, Blonde Bomber, Sol Gravy Stout, Hefty Nuts hefeweizen, Big Arm Strong Golden Ale and Working Man's Wheat are the flagships.
Menu Recommendations
Start with a flight that spans Working Man's Wheat, Sundown Honey Brown, SunRift IPA and Sol Gravy Stout to cover the wheat, brown, IPA and stout ends of the board.

Hours & seating

Operating Hours
Mon–Fri 11 AM–9 PM; Sat–Sun 9 AM–9 PM

Visit strategy

Best For
  • Post-hike beer flight
  • Trying Flathead Valley craft beer
  • Weekday happy hour
Not Ideal For
Anyone needing a confirmed food menu or a late-night venue; posted closing is 9 PM.
Vibe
  • Brewery taproom
  • Downtown Kalispell
Tips Advice
  • Weekday happy hour runs 3–6 PM and Thursday starts at 2 PM, per the brewery site.
  • Seasonal beers rotate, so the summer and fall boards will differ from the list here.
  • Food service, outdoor seating and pet policies are not stated on the website; call (406) 309-2627 if those matter for your plan.
  • Kalispell is the drive-back base: the West Entrance is about 33 miles east on US 2, so plan a designated driver for a same-day park trip.

More details

Beverage Program
Seven flagship beers ranging from a 4.2% hefeweizen to a 7.1% strong golden ale, plus a seasonal board that has included Fall Fest German Ale, Tire Fire Belgian Amber, Sun Devil Red IPA, Bodacious Imperial Blonde, Go for Two Cream Ale, Pour Some Sun Summer Ale and Over Under Belgian Dubbel. The brewery lists a happy hour from 3 to 6 PM on weekdays and a Thirsty Thursday from 2 to 6 PM.
Local Beers
All beers are brewed on site in Kalispell on a 10-barrel brewhouse; Pour Some Sun Summer Ale is dry-hopped with locally grown Vista hops.
House Made
All beers are brewed in-house.
Unique Factor
A full flagship range from a 10-barrel downtown Kalispell brewhouse, with a Montana-hopped summer ale and Belgian-style seasonals.
Best Time To Visit
Weekday afternoons between 3 and 6 PM for the posted happy hour, or after returning from the park in the evening.
The Order Strategy
Ask what seasonals are on before ordering; the flagship list is stable, but the seasonal board changes through the year.
The Crowd Factor
A 4.4 Google rating across about 400 reviews suggests a steady local following without the heavy tourist volume of West Glacier bars.
Eat Here If Skip If
EAT HERE IF: you want locally brewed beer in downtown Kalispell after a park day, especially during weekday happy hour. SKIP IF: you need a full dinner menu or confirmed dog or kid policies before you arrive.
Distance From Park
About 33 miles to the West Entrance at West Glacier via US 2 east from Kalispell.
Review Summary
A 4.4 Google rating across roughly 400 reviews indicates a well-regarded neighborhood taproom, with the beer selection as the main reason people go.

Location

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Frequently asked questions

How far is SunRift Beer Company from Glacier National Park?

Kalispell is about 33 miles from the West Entrance at West Glacier via US 2 east. It is a base-town stop, not something you visit mid-drive.

What beers does SunRift brew?

Seven flagships, including SunRift IPA, Sundown Honey Brown, Blonde Bomber, Sol Gravy Stout, Hefty Nuts, Big Arm Strong Golden Ale and Working Man's Wheat, plus rotating seasonals.

Does SunRift have a happy hour?

The brewery site lists a 3–6 PM weekday happy hour and a Thirsty Thursday from 2 to 6 PM.

Does SunRift serve food?

The website does not describe a food menu. Call ahead if you plan to eat there.

What are the taproom hours?

Google lists 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Friday and 9 AM–9 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Check before you go, since taproom hours can change seasonally.

Beldi

Seasonal Mediterranean plates using local Montana produce; GF options available, but GF environment not guaranteed.

Sources

Editorial review: YourNPGuide Editorial Team. Information is compiled from official sources, verified traveler reviews, and editorial research; no firsthand visit is implied unless explicitly documented. Learn how YourNPGuide works.

Last updated September 2026. Report an issue.