Iron Road Brewing Menu

🍺 Iron Road Brewing in Kamloops pairs bold craft beers with a vibrant taproom menu featuring tacos, nachos, empanadas, and churros. Located near Thompson Rivers University and downtown, it’s a laid-back local hub with friendly service, flights of IPAs and sours, and hearty Mexican-inspired fare. Perfect for students, locals, and visitors looking to experience Kamloops’ craft beer scene.

Iron Road Brewing menu in Kamloops:

🍺 On Tap

Subject to availability

• Locomotive Lager

  Classic Czech-style lager brewed with Saaz hops and Munich/Vienna malts. Smooth malt backbone with crisp, refreshing hop character.

• Red Bridge Pale Ale

  North American pale ale with Cascade hops from Abbotsford. Notes of cracker, biscuit, and cereal balanced with pine and citrus aromas.

• Loopline IPA

  Light-bodied, hop-forward IPA bursting with tropical fruit from Citra, Mosaic, and Ella hops. Balanced with golden naked oats for a smooth finish.

• East India Porter

  A robust, hopped-up porter featuring dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and subtle crystal malt sweetness.

• B-Line West Coast IPA

  Classic West Coast IPA with Simcoe, Amarillo, Cascade, and Centennial hops. Juicy, piney, and hop-driven.

• Beer Run Dry Hopped Pale Ale

  Named after a local trail, this pale ale is fruit-forward with notes of tropical, citrus, and stone fruit. Dry hopped with Galaxy, Motueka, and Vic Secret.

• Handcar ISA

  A hoppy, easy-drinking India Session Ale with balanced bitterness. Crisp and refreshing — perfect for lighter occasions.

• Boomer Dry Hopped Sour

  A vibrant sour ale dry hopped with tropical and citrus-forward hops. Refreshing, tart, and bursting with funky fruit notes.

• Hoser Canadian Pilsner

  Brewed with Canadian pilsner malt and Saaz/Cascade hops. Clean, crisp, and distinctly Canadian.

• No Worries IPA

  Double dry hopped with Azacca, Mosaic, and Galaxy. Brewed with orange peel for a citrus kick and a smooth finish.

• Tasting Flight

  Can’t decide? Try four 5oz pours for the full Iron Road experience.

🥤 Non-Alcoholic Options

Subject to availability

• Phillips iOTA Pilsner – Crisp, malt-driven, and balanced with German hops.

• Phillips iOTA Hazy IPA – Low bitterness, packed with juicy citrus and fruit notes.

• Taproot Ferments Lavender Lemonade Kombucha – Local kombucha with organic lavender, lemon, and butterfly pea flower. Bright, floral, and refreshing.

🍏 Cider & Wine

Subject to availability

• Left Field Cider Big Dry – Bold, tannic cider with bittersweet apple character.

• Left Field Cider Little Dry – Light, crisp, and effervescent with fresh apple notes.

• Harper’s Trail Pinot Noir – Aromas of cherry, vanilla, and toasted bread with a soft, medium finish.

• Privy by Privato Winery – Semi-dry white with tropical fruit and zesty lime.

• Monte Creek Hands Up White – Aromatic with pear, pineapple, jasmine, and lemon custard.

• Monte Creek Hands Up Red – Blend of Merlot, Marquette, and Frontenac Noir with cherry cola and raspberry notes.

• Jackson-Triggs Malbec – Bold blackberry and red fruit with hints of spice.

• Jackson-Triggs Chardonnay – Ripe apple and pear with a buttery oak finish.

🧺 Baskets

• Chips & Dips

  Choose yellow corn or tri-colored tortilla chips. Pair with fire-roasted salsa, jalapeño tomatillo salsa, grilled pineapple salsa, guacamole, beer queso, taproom chili, pico de gallo, or sour cream.

• Chili Cheese Tots

  Crispy potato tots topped with beer queso, taproom chili, melted cheese, house crema, and green onion. Served with a refried bean dip.

Add-ons available: extra dips or extra chips.

🥟 Miniature Empanadas

Five bite-sized empanadas filled with beans and cheese, each plate served with bold toppings and sauces.

• Suprema

  Topped with Mexican crema, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and crumbled goat cheese.

• Mole

  Finished with pepita mole sauce, pickled red onions, pumpkin seeds, feta, and cilantro.

• Chilli 🌶️🍺

  Layered with refried beans, taproom chili, jalapeños, crispy onions, and green onions. Spicy & contains beer.

• Baja 🌶️

  Tossed in ancho chipotle sauce with cabbage slaw and hot banana peppers. Spicy.

Add-ons available: beef brisket, pulled pork, shredded chicken, chorizo, or plant-based options like jackfruit, vegetarian chorizo, mushrooms, walnut crumble, and grilled veggies.

🫔 Miniature Quesadillas

Three small flour tortillas filled with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, served with tortilla chips and salsa.

🧀 Brisket Quesabirria

Three flour tortillas dipped in rich broth, stuffed with Monterey Jack and cheddar, and filled with tender beef brisket. Served with chipotle beef consommé for dipping, garnished with diced onions, cilantro, and fresh lime.

Add-ons available: brisket, pulled pork, shredded chicken, chorizo, or vegetarian options. Violife® vegan cheese substitution available.

🌮 Taqueria

Corn tortillas (4”) or flour tortillas (4.5”), crafted fresh and loaded with bold flavors.

🥩 Meat Tacos

• Chorizo 🌶️

  Double corn tortilla with house crema, shredded lettuce, chorizo, diced potato, onion, jalapeño tomatillo salsa, and cilantro. Spicy / Gluten-free option available.

• Chicken 🍺

  Double corn tortilla with lager-braised shredded chicken, pepita mole sauce, pumpkin seeds, pickled red onion, feta, and cilantro. Contains beer.

• Beef 🌶️

  Flour tortilla filled with ancho chipotle beef brisket, smoked cheddar, pickled jalapeños, crispy onions, and green onions. Spicy.

• Pork 🍺

  Grilled flour tortilla with cabbage slaw, BBQ pulled pork, grilled pineapple salsa, and cilantro. Contains beer.

🦐 Seafood Tacos

• Shrimp 🌶️

  Flour tortilla with shredded lettuce, mango-habanero crema, cold-poached shrimp, hot banana peppers, and grilled pineapple salsa. Spicy.

• Tuna 🌶️ GF

  Double corn tortilla with miso sesame aioli, cabbage slaw, seared ahi tuna, pickled red onions, pickled jalapeños, and black sesame seeds. Spicy / Gluten-free.

• Fish

  Flour tortilla with house crema, cabbage slaw, crispy fried white fish, pico de gallo, and cilantro.

• Fish Baja 🌶️

  Flour tortilla with ancho chipotle dressing, cabbage slaw, fried white fish, hot banana peppers, and cilantro. Spicy.

🥦 Vegetable Tacos

• Walnut

  Flour tortilla with house crema, shredded lettuce, taco-spiced walnut crumble, pico de gallo, and goat cheese.

• Jackfruit “Chicken”

  Double corn tortilla with shredded jackfruit, pepita mole sauce, pumpkin seeds, pickled red onion, feta, and cilantro.

• Mushroom “Pork” 🍺

  Grilled flour tortilla with cabbage slaw, BBQ pulled king oyster mushrooms, grilled pineapple salsa, and cilantro. Contains beer.

• Watermelon “Tuna” 🌶️ GF

  Double corn tortilla with miso sesame aioli, cabbage slaw, marinated watermelon, pickled red onions, pickled jalapeños, and black sesame seeds. Spicy / Gluten-free.

• Vegetarian Chorizo 🌶️

  Double corn tortilla with house crema, shredded lettuce, Field Roast® Mexican chorizo, diced potato, onion, jalapeño tomatillo salsa, and cilantro. Spicy.

• Frijoles 🌶️ 🍺

  Flour tortilla with refried beans, taproom chili, pickled jalapeños, crispy onions, and green onions. Spicy / Contains beer.

• Pesto Veggie

  Grilled flour tortilla with cilantro pesto, zucchini, eggplant, and red bell peppers, topped with pumpkin seeds, goat cheese, and cilantro.

⭐ Feature Taco

• Taproom Taco

  Ask your server about today’s featured taco — check the taproom chalkboard or the kitchen’s feature menu for details.

🧀 Nachos

All nachos are served with sour cream and fire-roasted tomato salsa, made with Kamloops-local Fresh Is Best tri-coloured tortilla chips.

• Solo Cheese Nacho

  A single layer of yellow corn tortilla chips topped with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Feeds 1–2 people. Gluten-free.

• Mexican Street Corn Nachos

  Double-layered tri-coloured chips smothered in Monterey Jack and cheddar, fire-roasted corn, house crema, cilantro, feta cheese, and lime. Feeds 2–4 people. Gluten-free.

• Railside Nachos 🌶️

  A double layer of tri-coloured chips with Monterey Jack and cheddar, hot banana peppers, and pico de gallo, topped with fresh green onions. Feeds 2–4 people. Spicy / Gluten-free.

• Taproom Chilli Nachos 🌶️ 🍺

  Double-layered chips with Monterey Jack and cheddar, pickled jalapeños, topped with taproom chilli, crispy onions, and green onions. Feeds 2–4 people. Spicy / Contains beer.

➕ Add-Ons

• Meats: Beef brisket, pulled pork, shredded chicken, chorizo

• Vegetables: Jackfruit, vegetarian chorizo, shredded mushrooms, walnut crumble, grilled vegetable medley

• Dips & Sauces: Fire-roasted tomato salsa, jalapeño tomatillo salsa, grilled pineapple salsa, guacamole, beer queso, taproom chilli, pico de gallo, sour cream (served in a 4oz molcajete)

• Substitute Vegan Cheese: Violife® vegan cheese available

🍨 Desserts

• Churros

  Golden cinnamon-sugar churro sticks served with dulce de leche and whipped cream.

• Churro Sundae

  House-made cinnamon-sugar churro ice cream topped with churro sticks, Mexican spiced chocolate sauce, and whipped cream.

➕ Add-Ons

• Scoop of Ice Cream: Vanilla Bean, Mexican Spiced Chocolate, or Cinnamon Churro

📖 See the current Iron Road Brewing menu on their website

⭐ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Mexican Street Corn Nachos – Double-layered chips loaded with fire-roasted corn, cheese, crema, cilantro, and lime. A standout for groups.

• Loopline IPA – A favorite among hop lovers for its aromatic, fruit-forward profile.

• Boomer Dry Hopped Sour – Tart and fruity, it’s refreshing and regularly recommended.

• Brisket Quesabirria – Rich beef-filled tortillas with consommé dipping sauce—flavorful and novel.

• Miniature Empanadas (Mole or Chilli styles) – Bite-sized and perfect for sharing with bold topping options.

• Churro Sundae – A sweet finish featuring cinnamon-sugar ice cream with churro sticks and spicy chocolate sauce.

🍽 Dining Experience

• Relaxed taproom vibe—casual seating, communal tables, and an inviting presentation.

• Gastro-pub style menu, gloriously melding tacos, nachos, empanadas, and craft beer for a hearty experience.

• Ideal for both quick bites (like nachos or tacos) and lingering over a tasting flight.

• Frequently mentioned for its comfortable, unpretentious atmosphere, often favored by students and locals alike.

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

• Central location near downtown Kamloops with ample street parking nearby; blocks close to public lots.

• Wheelchair accessible entry and taproom layout.

• Well-connected via BC Transit buses—handy for both university students and town visitors.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Situated on Camosun Crescent, just off Summit Drive, directly across from Thompson Rivers University.

• Only a 5–7 minute drive or quick bus ride from downtown Kamloops (but about a 35–40 minute uphill walk, so most visitors drive or use transit).

• Close to Tournament Capital Centre, Hillside Stadium, and student housing—making it a natural hub for both locals and the university crowd.

• Conveniently located for those coming from the downtown core, North Shore, or Sahali areas.

📦 Ordering Options

• Dine-in full service at the taproom—ideal for enjoying shared plates and beer tastings.

• Taproom counter service available for smaller orders like tacos or solo snacks.

• No delivery, but to-go orders are accommodated, especially for large plates and boxed nachos.

• Flights offered, giving patrons a chance to explore multiple beers in one go.

💬 Customer Feedback

• Known as a craft-lover’s haven, especially for well-executed IPAs, sours, and experimental brews.

• Friendly, local-focused staff—often praised for their knowledge and welcoming approach.

• Many appreciate the mix of elevated pub fare and quality microbrew, calling it a rare gem in Kamloops.

• Strong repeat patronage from university students and downtown regulars, cultivating a laid-back, familiar vibe.

This menu was last updated: 1 week ago.