Rusted Rake Brewing

Rusted Rake Brewing sits on a working farm in Nanoose Bay, between Nanaimo and Parksville, where much of what ends up in the glass and on the plate is grown on-site. The farm is more than a scenic backdrop by the sea; it is the source of the barley harvested for the brewery's small-batch beers and of produce used in the kitchen. Thriving beehives, berries, garlic, rhubarb, herbs, and flowers all contribute to an evolving, seasonal approach, and the beer lineup changes with fresh flavours and limited offerings throughout the year. The food follows the same philosophy: fresh, unpretentious west-coast fare prepared with the most delicious local ingredients available, from committed locavores. The result is a genuine farm-to-tap experience rooted in its rural surroundings, pairing cold, house-made beer with hearty, thoughtfully sourced plates. For anyone travelling central Vancouver Island, it is a distinctive stop where the barley grows and the goodness flows.