A woman plays shuffleboard indoors while holding a beer, with a man standing beside her also holding a beer. The room has green wall decorations and hanging string lights.

Bold text reading 'Brewery & Taproom in Malden, MA'

Interior of a bustling brewery with people sitting and standing around a bar, drinking beverages. Colorful wall murals and pendant lights decorate the space. Groups of patrons converse at tables and a servers move about, creating a lively atmosphere.

Our customers are like family; our taproom is our home. When we open our doors each day, we know that good times are in store, full of the enjoyment that comes from sharing quality beer with good friends. Our calendar features events ranging from classic game and trivia nights to yoga in the taproom. And we make sure to feed you too, with food trucks onsite most Friday and Saturday nights, and our own menu of pretzels and grilled cheese available daily. Bring your own take-out food if you would like; we want you to feel at home, too.

Looking to host an event at Idle Hands? Email us!

Well behaved leashed dogs are allowed on the patio only. Service animals only inside the Taproom. You are welcome to bring in outside food.

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Beach Camp - Pale Ale (16oz) - A low ABV, pillowy soft & hazy pale ale. Drinks refreshing, floral and citrusy. Perfect for your summer gatherings at the beach, river, or backyard. 2.75% | $8.00
Brewer’s Select Pils - German Pils (1/2 liter) Brewed with a very traditional focus using 100% noble hops and a simple grain bill. The result is a snappy Pils with a light grassy character and touches of spice in the finish. 4.6% | $9.00
Golden Tornado - Golden Ale (16oz) - A clean & crisp light golden ale that finishes with a touch of melon and citrus; brewed with a simple grain bill and Huell Melon hops. Perfectly paired with summer sunshine and time spent in the yard, on the trail, at the turn, or by the water. 4.7% I $8.00
Brocktoberfest - Fest Lager (half liter) - True to the classic German Marzan styles of Munich. Less sweet than many modern American interpretations, which really lets the complex malt character shine. Prost! 5.5% I $9.00
Easy Breeze - Tropical Stout (16oz) Influenced by modern brewing trends in warmer climates, our tropical stout is still dark & roasty, but also sweeter, lighter and fruiter compared to more hop-forward American stouts. A low ABV makes this beer great for easy summer drinking. 5.6% I $9.00
Blueberry Ale - Blueberry Ale (20oz) - The quintessential New England brew that fuses the vibrant essence of ripe blueberries with the chill vibes of summer days. Crafted for those laid back moments. Best enjoyed poured over fresh blueberries! 5.5% I $9.50
Farmhouse Pale Ale - Rustic Pale Ale (16oz) Easy drinking farmhouse ale with an American twist. Notes of stone fruit, tropical fruit and bubblegum with a dry peppery finish. 5.6% I $9.00
Wies’n Fest - Modern Fest Lager Our take on modern German Fest Lagers. Pours a deep gold color with flavors of sweet malt, artisan bread and a light note of crackers. Think of it as a stronger Munich Helles that is representative of what is served in the tents in Munich currently. 6.2% I $9.00
Four Seam - NEIPA (16oz)
This tropical paradise combines flavors of citrus, mango, and guava with a soft bitterness and malty backbone.
6.6% | $9.00
Comet vs Dinosaur - NEIPA (16oz)Citrus forward hazy IPA with big additions of Comet, Mosaic, Citra and Styrian Dragon hops. 7.0% | $9.50
Non-Beer Options
House Made Seltzer 5.5% (rotating flavors)
Non-Alcoholic Options
Athletic Brewing Co. Upside Dawn Golden Ale
Athletic Brewing Co. IPA
Guinness 0
Spindrift Seltzers
Ghia Non Alcoholic Aperitifs
San Pellegrino Sodas
Flights of 4
Idle Hands Flight
Seasonal Flight
Ticker's Delight
Pick any four of your choice

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TO-GO (Available by Single Can or 4 packs)
Blueberry Ale
Brocktoberfest Fest Lager
Comet vs Dinosaur New England IPA
Farmhouse Pale Ale
Four Seam New England IPA
Brewer's Select Pils Pilsner
Easy Breeze Tropical Stout
Wies’m Fest Modern Fest Lager
Freshies (32oz crowlers)
Beach Camp

Colorful mural of green hops and leaves on a wall with string lights overhead.

89 Commercial St,

Malden, MA 02148

monday - closed

tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday 3 - 9 PM

Friday-Saturday 12 - 11 PM

Sunday 12-7pm

A glass of beer with a foam head next to baskets of snacks on a wooden barrel. One basket contains pretzel sticks with a mustard dip, and the other holds toasted sandwich triangles.

The Idle Hands Kitchen is now open!

Bavarian Pretzels

Eastern Standard Provision Pretzels with just the right pinch of salt to pair with your favorite Idle Hands brew.

Malden Melt Grilled Cheese

The old standby. The crowd pleaser. Made with love in our kitchen.

We’re a short, four-minute walk from the Malden Center stop on the MBTA Orange Line (20 minute ride from downtown Boston) and Haverhill Commuter Rail (10 minute ride from North Station).

Overflow parking is available one block away at Callahan Park (the lot across from Pisa Pizza) near the intersection of Charles Street and Pearl Street.

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you want to share feedback with us about our beer, are wondering where you might find us next or want to feature us at your restaurant / bar / store / event, please let us know. General inquiries can be sent to us at info@idlehandscraftales.com.

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OKTOBERFEST / 14th Anniversary party

The biggest party of the year! Celebrate our 14th Anniversary at our annual Oktoberfest Party! This year we will be holding the event on Saturday, September 13th from 12-10pm at the brewery.

Food by The Scott Brothers BBQ and Lionheart Confections

Live music by The Beerhall Boys, The Electric Heaters and Hedy Lamartian.

Celebrity dunk tank raising money for Housing Families and so much more!

Glass of beer with pretzels and dip, toasted bread on table.