Ludlam Island Brewery

Ludlam Island Brewery, located in Woodbine, NJ, is a craft brewery aiming to provide a vibrant, beachside retreat experience. They emphasize a blend of beach and brewery culture, offering handcrafted brews and a full bar, along with food curated by Chef Kevin Cronin.

Specific Features:

• Diverse Beer Selection: They offer a variety of beers, with a focus on IPAs, including DDH (Double Dry Hopped) versions that are highly praised by reviewers. They also feature stouts, blonde ales, and seasonal offerings. They typically have 8 beers on tap plus additional hand-pulled options.
• Food Offerings: The brewery serves a full menu. While the kitchen is closed on Mondays, food trucks are often on-site to provide options.
• Atmosphere: Reviewers describe the vibe as informal, friendly, and laid-back, with a slightly industrial feel. The new location, which has been described as a reimagined coastal escape from an old bowling alley, provides a dynamic and vibrant setting, striving to feel like a “beer fest every day.”
• Seating: They offer both indoor and outdoor seating areas, including a beer hall vibe with long, family-style tables for groups. There’s also clear visibility into the brewhouse.
• Accessibility: Some reviews mention charging ports under the bar.
• Retail: They sell cans and growler fills of their beers, as well as apparel, glassware, and merchandise.

Regular Events:

Ludlam Island Brewery hosts a variety of regular events to keep the atmosphere lively:

• Live Music: They frequently feature live music performances, especially on weekends.
• Open Mic Nights: These are held regularly, often on Thursdays.
• Trivia Nights: A consistent offering for those who enjoy a mental challenge.
• Bikes & Beers: They are a host for the “Bikes & Beers South Jersey” event, which includes cycling routes starting from the brewery and a post-ride festival with beer tastings, live music, and food trucks.
• Other Themed Events: They have hosted events like Harry Potter Trivia, Pints for Paws (benefiting humane societies), and release parties for new beers.
• Private Events: They offer their outdoor deck and Brew House for private event hosting, such as birthdays or corporate gatherings, and also provide take-out catering.

Website: The primary website for Ludlam Island Brewery is: https://www.ludlamisland.com/