Mare Island Brewing Co. - First Street – American
This vibrant downtown taproom hums with the convivial energy of a modern public house, where the industrial spirit of the shipyard meets a warm, social atmosphere. The kitchen elevates the craft beer experience with a sophisticated menu of shared plates, from the salty crunch of artisan pretzels to the rich, melt-in-your-mouth indulgence of pork belly bao buns and bubbling crab and artichoke dip. It is a destination where communal tables invite lingering conversations over crispy papas bravas and cold pints, perfectly blending local heritage with contemporary, bold flavors.
440 1st Street, 94510 https://mareislandbrewingco.com/first-streetRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, low-cholesterol, atkins, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, tlc, renal, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Friday
- 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the succulent dishes and perfectly sized portions, frequently noting how the menu consistently impresses even after dozens of visits. Reviewers highlight the warm, knowledgeable service that elevates the meal, while the intimate setting is praised for creating a truly memorable and cozy atmosphere.
Menu
Bar Bites
- Roasted Nuts - $6: Lightly Salted mix of Cashews, Peanuts, Walnuts & Almonds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Olives - $8: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Plate - $22: Selection of locally made Cheeses, Marcona Almonds, Fig Jam, Hot Honey, Crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artisan Pretzel - $13: Saginaw Golden Ale Beer Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Papas Bravas - $14: Spiced Pan-Fried Fingerling Potatoes, Smoked Paprika Mayo, Cilantro Chimichurri Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Brussels Sprouts - $13: Garlic, Shallots, Hot Honey Glaze, Mustard Spiced Pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Broccolini - $15: Smoked Gouda Mornay, Herbed Breadcrumbs, Lemon Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Artichoke Dip - $16: Brie & Gruyere Cheese, Marinated Artichokes, Fresh Herbs, Crab, Sourdough Crostinis Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- MIBC Sliders - $16: Three Angus Beef Patties, Aged White Cheddar, Balsamic Braised Onion, Arugula, Secret Sauce, Brioche Buns Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Bao Buns - $17: Seared Pork Belly, Korean BBQ Sauce, Jalapeños, Hoisin Aioli, Pickled Carrot Slaw, Soft Steamed Buns Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos - $17: Locally Caught Cod, Handmade Corn Tortillas, Mango Habenero Salsa, Chipotle Crème, Jicama Slaw Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Seasonal Soup - $11: Housemade with Seasonal Ingredients Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taphouse Caesar - $17: Chopped Romaine, Creamy Caesar Dressing, Garlic Sourdough Croutons, Grated Grana Padano, Soft Boiled Egg, Spanish White Anchovy Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beet Salad - $17: Red & Gold Beets, Cara Cara Orange Segments, Frisée & Arugula, Herbed Goat Cheese, Pistachio Crumble, Sherry Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Calabrian Shrimp - $21: Sautéed Shrimp, Garlic, Shallots, Spanish Chorizo, Garlic Broth, Calabrian Chili Butter, Charred Lemon, Grilled Baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna & Soba Noodle Salad - $22: Sautéed Cabbage, Bell Peppers, Carrots, Daikon & Edamame, Buckwheat Soba Noodles, Ginger Soy Vinaigrette, Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Board - $23: Roasted Garlic Bratwurst and Smoked Duck Andouille Sausages, Housemade Pickles, IPA Mustard, Blueberry Compote, Grilled Pretzel Baguette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Pork Chop - $28: 10oz Duroc Pork Chop, Sweet Potato Purée, Braised Collards, Ginger Honey Glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Half Chicken - $26: Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Brussels Sprouts, Chicken Jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Between Breads
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $18: Slow Cooked Pork, Caramelized Onions, Garlic Thyme Aioli, Sharp White Cheddar, Frisée, Soft Potato Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Cranberry Panini - $18: Roasted Chicken Breast, Havarti Cheese, Cranberry Sauce, Rosemary Mayo and Arugula, Rosemary Focaccia, Side of Gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Philly Cheesesteak - $19: Thinly Sliced Beef, Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Provolone Cheese, Garlic Mayo, Soft Italian Roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Taphouse Burger - $18: 1/3lb. Angus Beef Patty, Caramelized Onions, Brie Cheese, Fig Jam, Garlic Mayo, Arugula, Brioche Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Egg Sliders - $16: Chives, Avocado, Soft Scrambled Eggs, White Cheddar, Bacon, Secret Sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Lox and Sourdough - $18: Shaved Red Onions, Fried Capers, Smoked Salmon, Herbed Cream Cheese, Roma Tomato, Sciambra Sourdough Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- French Toast - $16: Thick Sliced Toast, Mixed Berries, Maple Syrup, Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Florentine Quiche - $17: Spinach, Parmesan Cheese, Heavy Cream, Fines Herbs, Avocado, Petite Arugula Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Sides
- Side Brussels Sprouts - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Broccolini - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collards with Bacon - $9 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Purée - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Pumpkin Cheesecake - $10: Maple Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Seed Brittle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Beer-a-misu - $11: Whipped Mascarpone and Lady Fingers soaked in Coal Shed Stout Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Pot De Crème - $8: Guittard Dark Chocolate, Peanut Butter Mousse, Crushed Peanuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Saginaw Golden Ale - $6.75: 4.3% ABV | 21 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Ivy Bells Pilsner - $7.75: 5.1% ABV | 31 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- War Bond California Common - $7.5: 5.2% ABV | 34 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Survivor’s Tale Pale Ale - $8.25: 5.8% ABV | 44 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Fog Bell Hazy IPA - $8.75: 6.3% ABV | 40 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Hydraulic Sandwich IPA - $8.5: 7.1% ABV | 51 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Shipwright’s Porter - $7.5: 6.3% ABV | 43 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Coal Shed Stout - $8: 6.7% ABV | 25 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Seasoned Mug Coffee Stout - $8.75: 6.1% ABV | 36 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Shop 71 Mango Philly Sour Ale - $8: 5.0% ABV | 12 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Farragut’s Farmhouse Barrel Aged Saison - $9: 8.3% ABV | 18 IBU Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Classic Mimosa - $13: Domaine Laurier Sparkling & Orange Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Dry Dock No. 1 Hop Water - $5: Craft Sparkling Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Moschetti Coffee - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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