The Bear Bierhaus: Where Craft Beer Meets Coastal Charm at Tofino's Coolest Pub

Looking for the best pub in Tofino? Right in the heart of downtown, inside the revitalized MAQ Hotel at 120 First Street, The Bear Bierhaus combines Tofino's laid-back coastal energy with a genuine love of good beer. It's Tofino's only West Coast Bierhaus — a high-energy room where locals and visitors pull up a chair for cold pints, bold food, and the kind of night you'll want to stay for.

Craft Beer, Poured Cold

Beer is in the name, and The Bear takes it seriously. The taps pour a rotating selection of craft beer — from crisp pilsners and lagers to hoppy West Coast IPAs — spanning local BC breweries and classic German selections. There's always something new to try, and the staff know the list inside and out. Not sure where to start? Ask — they'll point you to a pour that suits your taste.

And if beer isn't your thing, the drinks list runs deep: creative cocktails, margaritas, and a solid wine selection mean there's a glass for everyone at the table.

Happy Hour: The Best Hour of Your Day

Every day from 3:30–5:00PM, The Bear runs one of the best happy hours in Tofino — 30% off everything in the Snacks section, plus drink specials: $5 16oz pints, $7.50 22oz pints, $8 glasses of wine, and $12 margaritas. Cold beer, hot snacks, and the best seat in town. Guaranteed.

A Room Built for Good Nights

Inside, The Bear balances cozy and lively — warm lighting, communal tables, and big screens showing live sports. Grab a stool at the bar, gather your crew at a long table, or head out to the pet-friendly patio when the sun's out (Wednesdays bring Rosé and Aperol Spritz specials all day long).

There's a reason to show up every day of the week: Game Day Thursdays bring beer, burger & fries for $28, and new seasonal features drop every Friday in limited quantities — gone when they're gone.

Pub Food, Elevated

This isn't standard pub fare. The kitchen is chef-driven and seasonally inspired, turning out fresh shucked oysters, shareable small plates, house-made pastas, and burgers built for a proper appetite — all leaning on fresh, local ingredients. Elevated quality without the formality: come as you are, sandy feet and all.

Raise a Glass in Tofino

Whether you're a beer connoisseur, a sports fan looking for the game with sound on, or just want to unwind with a pint after a day on the water, The Bear Bierhaus is Tofino's pub. Walk-ins welcome, open daily from noon.

The Bear Bierhaus 120 First St., Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 (inside The MAQ Hotel) Open daily · Lunch 12–4:30PM · Happy Hour 3:30–5PM · Dinner nightly +1 800-665-3199 thebearbierhaus.com