Craft Brewery & Taproom, Forster

A blue building with large white text reading 'BREWERY & TAPROOM' and a circular 'THE COASTAL BREWING CO EST. 2017' logo, photographed outdoors on grass with blue sky and tree branches in the foreground.
Outdoor scene at the brewery with people sitting around tables near a large open brewery door. A wooden barrel table in the foreground has drinks and a game board, and other patrons sit under a dark blue patio umbrella at picnic-style tables along the right side.
A hand holding a schooner glass of beer with white foam at the top, featuring the etched logo and text 'Coastal Brewing Co.' on the front, set on a wooden table in the brewery with blurred people in the background.
A black and white close-up photo of a man holding a sample tube under a metal beer sample tap, with a blurred background.
A can of Hearts Point NEPA next to a Champion Pale Ale Award from 2025 Royal Sydney Beer & Cider Show alongside a can of Coomba Czech Dark Lager next to a Champion Lager Award from 2025 Royal Sydney Beer & Cider Show. Both are arranged on a wooden surface outdoors under a bright blue sky.

About the Brewery

The Coastal Brewing Company is an independent craft brewery and taproom in Forster-Tuncurry on the Barrington Coast, NSW.  We brew a rotating range of fresh craft beer onsite, from hazy pales and juicy NEIPAs to crisp lagers, IPAs, dark beers and alcohol-free beer.

Our beer names are inspired by the beaches, lakes, national parks and local places of the Barrington Coast. 

Visiting the brewery  taproom

Visit Coastal Brewing at 3 Dalman Street, Forster and discover award-winning beer fresh from the brewery.

🍺 The largest craft beer range in Forster–Tuncurry

Stock up on our full range of fresh Coastal Brewing cans and cartons, plus growlers, squealers and even home-brew corny keg fills. Whether you’re after a classic favourite or something new, there’s always plenty to choose from.


🍕🍷Something for Everyone

Enjoy our beers by the glass or try a tasting paddle and find your new favourite. We also have Dalman Street alcohol-free beer brewed on site, local cider, gluten-free beer, local gin, local wine and local soft drinks.

And if you’re hungry, grab a pizza — including gluten-free and vegan options — or check out one of our visiting food trucks.


🐶 Dogs welcome

Relax with outdoor seating, plenty of parking and a laid-back brewery atmosphere. Dogs are welcome inside (provided they’re house trained) and outside.


👀 See How Your Beer Is Made

Want to go behind the scenes? Join one of our free brewery tours every Saturday at 10:30am and see how we turn malt, hops, yeast and water into beer.

Tours are by booking — contact us via the Contact link to reserve your spot.

Coastal Brewing Company — award-winning local beer, brewed in Forster.
A hand holding a schooner glass of beer with white foam at the top, featuring the etched logo and text 'Coastal Brewing Co.' on the front, set on a wooden table in the brewery with blurred people in the background.

Featured beers

Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

$8.00 AUD
Booti KNEIPA - 5.8%

Booti KNEIPA - 5.8%

Booti KNEIPA - 5.8%

$7.00 AUD
Very Orange Grove NEIPA - 6.6%

Very Orange Grove NEIPA - 6.6%

Very Orange Grove NEIPA - 6.6%

$8.00 AUD
East 33 Oyster Stout - 5.3%

East 33 Oyster Stout - 5.3%

East 33 Oyster Stout - 5.3%

$6.00 AUD
Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

Whoota RIPA - 6.5%

$8.00 AUD
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Opening Hours

Regular Summer Opening Hours

Thursday – Saturday 11am – 6pm. 
Sundays from 11am – 4pm. 

Special Opening Hours

During NSW school holidays the Taproom is open every day 11am - 6pm (except for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day when we are closed).

Other days by appointment.

Please check our facebook page for the latest opening hours and special event updates.

Taproom Food

Through our onsite foodtruck we offer a range of pizzas and from time to time we have guest chefs and pop-ups. Small snack foods (artisan beef jerky and crisps) are also available.

On 3 & 4 October 2026 we will have http://blackbearbbq.com.au/ on site.  Blackbear BBQ were recently rated number 25 on the list of best BBQ joints outside the USA !!!

Whilst there is no need to preorder meals from Blackbear BBQ if you would like to secure a whole brisket, ribs or platters then visit http://bbbq.square.site/
A close-up overhead view of a pizza topped with pineapple, ham, and melted cheese, surrounded by fresh basil leaves, red tomatoes on the vine, and a sliced red onion on a green and white surface.
A can of Hearts Point NEPA next to a Champion Pale Ale Award from 2025 Royal Sydney Beer & Cider Show alongside a can of Coomba Czech Dark Lager next to a Champion Lager Award from 2025 Royal Sydney Beer & Cider Show. Both are arranged on a wooden surface outdoors under a bright blue sky.

With a strong focus on the local community, our brewery combines innovative brewing techniques with the latest ingredients to create an extensive and diverse range of beers, offering something for every taste.

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The Coastal Crew

Join The Coastal Crew loyalty scheme.

Our loyalty scheme is free to join. Sign up next time you are in the taproom

Collect points for every dollar spent in the taproom and redeem the points for merch, discounts or special limited events.

Standard earn rate is 1 point per dollar spent. From time to time the earn rate may be increased for particular time periods, days or products.