Where's The Beef? Your Guide to WA's Meatiest Brewery Feeds This Summer
Move over, backyard barbecues - WA's breweries are serving up some seriously epic protein feasts this summer. From slow-cooked brisket that'll make you weak at the knees to wings that'll have you licking your fingers (and maybe your plate), here's where to get your meat fix while sipping on some of the state's finest brews.
Shelter Brewing Co, Busselton
When your brisket has its own fan club, you know you're doing something right. Shelter's 12-hour slow-cooked beauty ($42) is the kind of meat that makes vegetarians question their life choices. Ocean views and premium protein? Yes, please.
The meat-lover's hit list:
12h slow-cooked Beef Brisket ($42) - worth the drive from Perth, no joke
Pork Schnitzel with horseradish ($38) - size matters, and this one delivers
Lamb Ribs with spice rub ($28) - finger-licking mandatory
Cured Amberjack Ceviche ($29) - because sometimes you need a seafood intermission
Spinifex Brewery, Broome
Up in the Kimberley, Spinifex is proving that great meat and cold beer are the perfect match for a balmy evening. Their kitchen team treats protein with the respect it deserves, and it shows.
Get in my belly:
Smoked Chicken Wings ($34/1kg) - enough to share (but you won't want to)
Black Angus Bacon Deluxe Burger - minus the bun ($28) - meat on meat action
Harvey Beef Scotch Fillet ($49) - because you deserve nice things
Moroccan Lamb Backstrap ($34) - hold the cous cous
Northbridge Brewing Co, Perth
NBC isn't just about the views of the cultural centre - they're serious about their meat game. Their Black Angus program would make any carnivore cry tears of joy.
The protein parade:
300g Black Angus Sirloin ($39.50) - the kind of steak dreams are made of
1kg Fried Chicken Wings ($35) - sharing is caring (but optional)
Pork Belly Bites ($19.50) - like meat candy, but better
Slow-cooked Brisket ($32) - because good things come to those who wait
Beerfarm, Metricup
Hidden in the Margaret River region, Beerfarm is doing things with meat that should probably be illegal. Their Black Angus program isn't just good - it's "tell all your friends about it" good.
The meat playlist:
Harvey Beef Scotch Fillet ($49) - how beef was meant to be
Smoked Chicken Wings ($18.50/500g) - smoky goodness alert
Spicy Salt and Pepper Squid ($24) - from the sea but worthy of mention
Double Beef Burger minus the bun ($30) - because more is more
Boston Brewing Co, Denmark
Down in Denmark, Boston Brewing Co is turning meat into art. Their on-site smoker is working overtime to bring you proteins that'll make you consider moving to the Great Southern.
Get in quick:
Twice Cooked Pork Belly ($25) - crackling perfection exists
Peri Peri Chicken ($27) - spice is nice
Creamy Garlic Prawns ($23) - when you need a beef break
Grilled Barramundi ($43) - swimming in flavor
What makes these spots special isn't just that they serve great meat - it's that they understand the artistry of protein. Whether you're into slow-cooked, smoked, grilled, or all of the above, these breweries are taking their meat as seriously as their beer. And let's be honest, that's exactly how it should be.
This summer, skip the basic burger joints and head straight for these protein paradises. Just remember to book ahead - we're not the only ones who know about these meat meccas, and summer tables are hotter than a Broome sunset.
Pro tip: Bring your appetite and maybe some stretchy pants. You're going to need both.
