Russell Brewing Company

Russell Brewing Company sits like a cheerful, unapologetic outpost of good beer on the edge of Surrey. The tasting room is bright and approachable — long communal tables, easy parking, and a counter where staff pour experimental seasonal taps alongside steady favorites. Sue, the manager, leads tours with the enthusiasm of someone who loves the craft and isn’t afraid to geek out over malt and hops. Expect playful offerings — beer slushies in summer, a Pumpkin Pie Milkshake IPA and a bracing Salted Lime Lager — paired with simple, well-executed plates: hotdogs, loaded nachos and a surprisingly broad Mexican-style menu. Locals treat it like a regular; weekend afternoons are lively, weekday visits feel like a private tasting. It’s both a community hub and a working brewery: educational tours, small-group bookings and the occasional keg order for weddings keep the place rooted in the neighbourhood. Service can wobble when staff turnover hits, but on a good night this is the kind of room where strangers end up sharing trays and trading beer recommendations.