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Upshift Brewing
339 Indiana St, El Segundo, CA 90245 Learn More
Ogopogo Brewing
864 Commercial Ave, San Gabriel, CA 91776 Learn More
101 Cider House
1700 Naud Street, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Learn More
Angeleno Wine Company
1646 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Learn More
Sage Vegan Bistro & Brewery
1700 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 Learn More
Homebound Beer Company
800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Learn More
Steady Brew Beer Co.
2936 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815 Learn More
Ambitious Ales
4019 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807 Learn More
Belmont Brewing
Belmont Brewing Co, 39th Place, Long Beach Learn More
Tortugo Brewing
916 W Hyde Park Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90302 Learn More
14 Cannons Brewery & Showroom
31125 Via Colinas Suite 907, Westlake Village, CA Learn More
Common Space
3411 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250 Learn More
Ten Mile Brewing Company
1136 E Willow St, Signal Hill, CA 90755 Learn More
Long Beach Beer Lab
518 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806 Learn More
Eureka Brewing Company
13723 1/2 Harvard Place, Gardena, California 90249 Learn More
Angry Horse Brewing
603 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640 Learn More
King Harbor Waterfront Tasting Room
132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Learn More
Westlake Brewing & Libation
31111 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, CA Learn More
Five Threads Brewing
31133 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, CA Learn More
Yorkshire Square Brewery
1109 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA Learn More
Mt. Lowe Brewing
150 East Saint Joseph Street, Arcadia, CA 91006 Learn More
Arrow Lodge Brewing
720 E Arrow Hwy, Covina, CA 91722 Learn More
Los Angeles Ale Works
Los Angeles Ale Works, Cerise Avenue, Hawthorne Learn More
Lincoln Beer Company
3083 N Lima St, Burbank, CA Learn More
Trustworthy Brewing Co.
156 W Verdugo Ave, Burbank, CA 91502 Learn More
Old Stump Brewing Co.
2896 Metropolitan Pl, Pomona, CA 91767 Learn More
La Verne Brewing Co.
2125 Wright Ave, La Verne, CA 91750 Learn More
Frogtown Brewery
2931 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Learn More
Beachwood Blendery
247 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach, CA Learn More
Firestone Walker Venice
3205 W Washington Blvd, Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Learn More
Ballast Point Long Beach
110 N Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803 Learn More
8one8 Brewing
8951 De Soto Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91304 Learn More
Transplants Brewing Company
40242 La Quinta Lane, Palmdale, CA Learn More
Progress Brewing
1822 Chico Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733 Learn More
Pocock Brewing
24907 Ave Tibbitts, Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Learn More
Lucky Luke Brewing
610 West Avenue O, Palmdale, CA Learn More
HopSaint
5160 West 190th Street, Torrance, CA 90503 Learn More
Homage Brewing
281 S Thomas St, Pomona, CA Learn More
Hand-Brewed Beer
9771 Variel Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311 Learn More
Cellador Ales
16745 Schoenborn St, North Hills, CA 91343 Learn More
Arts District Brewery
828 Traction Ave, Los Angeles, California 90013 Learn More
Brouwerij West
110 E 22nd St, San Pedro, CA 90731 Learn More
Stone Brewing Co.
220 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA Learn More
Eagle Rock Brewery
3056 Roswell St, Los Angeles, CA 90065 Learn More
Golden Road Brewing
5410 W San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Learn More
Highland Park Brewery
5127 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042 Learn More
Angel City Brewery
216 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Learn More
Macleod Brewing Co.
14741 Calvert St, Van Nuys, CA 91411 Learn More
Craftsman Brewing Co.
1260 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 Learn More
Mumford Brewing
416 Boyd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Learn More
Boomtown Brewery
700 Jackson St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Learn More
Ohana Brewing
7 South 1st Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 Learn More
Brewyard Beer Company
906 Western Ave, Glendale, CA 91201 Learn More
El Segundo Brewing
140 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245 Learn More
Strand Brewing Co.
2201 Dominguez Street, Torrance, CA Learn More
Monkish Brewing
20311 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501 Learn More
Smog City Brewing
1901 Del Amo Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501 Learn More
Three Weavers Brewing
1031 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301 Learn More
The Dudes Brewing Co.
1840 W 208th St, Torrance, CA 90501 Learn More
King Harbor Brewing Company
2907 182nd St, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Learn More
Absolution Brewing Co.
2878 Columbia St, Torrance, CA 90503 Learn More
Scholb Premium Ales
2964 Columbia St, Torrance, CA 90503 Learn More
Red Car Brewery
1266 Sartori Ave, Torrance, CA 90501 Learn More
Phantom Carriage
18525 S Main St, Carson, CA 90248 Learn More
Beachwood BBQ & Brewing
210 E 3rd St, Long Beach, CA 90802 Learn More
Santa Monica Brew Works
1920 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Learn More
Twisted Oak Tavern and Brewery
30105 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Learn More
Enegren Brewing
444 Zachary St, Moorpark, CA 93021 Learn More
Institution Ales
438 Calle San Pablo, Camarillo, CA 93012 Learn More
Kinetic Brewing
735 W Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster, CA 93534 Learn More
Bravery Brewing
42705 8th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534 Learn More
Wolf Creek Brewery
25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Learn More
San Fernando Brewing
425 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340 Learn More
Pacific Plate Brewing Co.
1999 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016 Learn More
Alosta Brewing Co.
692 Arrow Grand Cir, Covina, CA 91722 Learn More
Sanctum Brewing
560 E Commercial St, Pomona, CA 91767 Learn More
Claremont Craft Ales
1420 N Claremont Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711 Learn MoreBurbank & Glendale
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Brewyard Beer Company
906 Western Ave, Glendale, CA 91201
brewyardbeercompany.comBack to MapNestled in an industrial park just North of the 134, Brewyard is located on what is (kind of) being called The San Fernando Brewing Corridor. Opened by two homebrewers in 2015, they’ve got a 4,500 square foot brewery and are using it to bubble up some tasty like a India Pale Lager, Cali Common, and a Black Lager which means they taste like ales with the crisp, clean profile of a lager. Their taproom is super comfy and interesting with elements of a neighborhood Belgian pub, board games, and a (fully functional) 1930’s vintage pickup truck. Their building is a little tough to find, but it’s worth the hunt.
A favorite: Tropico Saison with passion fruit.
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Golden Road Brewing
5410 W San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
goldenroad.laBack to MapOwned by Anheuser-Busch Inbev, this is easily the largest brewery in Los Angeles. Golden Road Brewing focuses on canned beer, good food, and lawn games. Tons of seasonal IPAs along with their year-round specialties make this place totally drinkable all the time. Also, love it or hate it, kids are welcome and if you go before 6pm, it’s usually populated with as many people under the age of 6 as there are over the age of 21. Check out their other locations in Orange County and Grand Central Market in Downtown LA.
A favorite: Wolf Pup Session IPA – a sessionable IPA that’s the younger sibling of their Wolf Among Weeds.
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Lincoln Beer Company
3083 N Lima St, Burbank, CA
lincolnbeercompany.comBack to MapYoung couple opens craft brewery in Los Angeles inside castle-style building and dedicates business philosophy to Abraham Lincoln. This is the story of modern beer. Brewer and Co-Owner, Patrick Dunn, began as an avid beer lover and home brewer who exited the film industry to follow his passion and open Lincoln Beer Company making IPAs (filtered and hazy), pale ales and other specialties (like their habanero vanilla red). They’re family owned and operated and has been self-distributing since late 2016 with a taproom that opened in the Fall of 2017.
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Trustworthy Brewing Co.
156 W Verdugo Ave, Burbank, CA 91502
trustworthybrewingco.comBack to MapOpened in 2017, this brewery (formerly known as Verdugo West) should be on your list of industrial-chic taprooms in Los Angeles. They’re whipping up staples, seasonals and a variety of one-offs that utilize ingredients from the neighboring juicery (same owners) like the Ginger Wax Wing – a crisp blonde ale that zips with fresh ginger. For food, they have pizza delivered from a neighboring pizza spot (also same owners).
DTLA
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101 Cider House
1700 Naud Street, Los Angeles, Los Angeles
101cider.comBack to MapOur ciders contain zero residual sugar, no carbs, no preservatives, and are only 125 calories per serving. We use a natural cider making process that encourages native yeast and probiotic bacteria to ferment our beverages, which leaves us with an alcoholic beverage full of live cultures. On average, we have around 6 billion colony forming units of lactic acid bacteria, more than most commercially-available kombuchas. Our ciders are also made with 100% fresh-pressed juice, real fruits, and locally grown herbs – we like to keep our ingredient lists simple and pronounceable, so you know you’re always getting the real deal!
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Angel City Brewery
216 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
angelcitybrewery.comBack to MapOwned by Boston Beer Company, Angel City started as a homebrew operation in Torrance, grew into a production brewery at the Alpine Village, then moved their brewhouse to a 100-year-old building in the Arts District. Now, they’re making IPAs and other brews in Downtown LA.
A favorite: White Nite – A “golden stout” that looks like a golden and tastes like a stout, like a beer magic trick.
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Angeleno Wine Company
1646 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
angelenowine.comBack to MapWith a focus on unique varietals, Angeleno Wine Co aims to push the boundaries of what Southern California wine growing can be. Our pride and joy is a small vineyard about an hour north of Los Angeles outside a little town called Agua Dulce. It is farmed by Juan Alonso, a visionary who planted an array of lesser known Spanish grape varietals from his native Galicia.
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Arts District Brewery
828 Traction Ave, Los Angeles, California 90013
artsdistrictbrewing.comBack to MapHoused in the old “Crazy Gideon’s” building right smack in the middle of the Arts District, this brewpub has it all. Skeeball, cornhole, food by Fritzi, darts, beers, liquor, and a covered patio. Brewmaster Devon Randall (formerly of Pizza Port) whips up beers of every style with collaborations of all types like a beer made with Gin botanicals from a neighboring distillery, The Spirit Guild.
A favorite: Kablamo Rye IPA – a rye bitter bomb that’s super aromatic, super dry and super delicious.
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Boomtown Brewery
700 Jackson St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
boomtownbrew.comBack to MapBoomtown Brewery, another Arts District hotspot, boasts a broad selection of beers from Head Brewer, Samuel “Chewy” Chawinga. The taproom at Boomtown, a short walk from Arts District Brewing and Angel City, hosts regular DJ’s, rotating food options, and a lively scene with games and style.
Taproom includes: art, foosball, lively bartenders, Dodger games streaming on a projector, pool, ping pong, shuffle board, darts and a David Bowie mural.
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Craftsman Brewing Co.
1260 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
craftsmanbrewing.comBack to MapIf you want to visit their taproom, you’ll have to go to Lucky Baldwin’s in Pasadena or a handful of other local bars because Craftsman does not allow people inside. They’re basically the Willy Wonka of LA beer. Very small operation that’s been open since the mid-90’s cranking out solid beers and experimental stuff alike.
A favorite: 1903 Lager – it’s a pre-prohibiton era lager that is slightly richer than your usual lager and way more flavorful.
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Eagle Rock Brewery
3056 Roswell St, Los Angeles, CA 90065
eaglerockbrewery.comBack to MapThe oldest brewery in Los Angeles, even though they were only formed in 2009, Eagle Rock Brewery excels on two extremes: session and sour. While their taproom is technically in Glassel Park they do have a full restaurant in neighboring Eagle Rock (check out the Eagle Rock Public House). And even though they’re the old guys on the block, they consistently win medals for their beer, they continue to innovate with beer styles and they are shining examples of what it means to be a member of the Los Angeles beer community.
A favorite: Tarte Noir – their light-bodied dark sour ale.
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Frogtown Brewery
2931 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA 90039
frogtownbrewery.comBack to MapWhat started off as a homebrew shop has now turned into a brewery and tasting room which is a common theme in the story of craft beer in America (Sierra Nevada and Ballast Point both started as homebrew shops). It’s currently the only brewery in the Frogtown area and if you’re one of the people who doesn’t know where Frogtown is (which is most people), it’s just across the 5 freeway from Dodger Stadium adjacent to the LA River, which is how it got its name (because of all the frogs that used to live in the LA River).
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Highland Park Brewery
5127 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042
hpb.laBack to MapYou may not even know it when you’re at Highland Park Brewery because the brewery is tucked into the back of The Hermosillo, a little beer & wine bar in Highland Park. The thing you can’t miss is how incredible and inventive their beer is. Bob Kunz runs the brewery and crafts a wide assortment of styles all of which should be sampled.
A favorite: Whatever’s super fresh or wonderfully aged.
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Homebound Beer Company
800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
https://www.homeboundbrewhaus.com/Back to MapLocated inside of Union Station, Homebound Brew Haus is easily one of the prettiest breweries in all of Los Angeles. All of the historic, original decor has been painstakingly restored so that we, the drinking public of Los Angeles, can drink in a style that is befitting of a 1920’s railroad tycoon. The entire operation is owned and managed by the same team that runs Arts District brewery, so expect the same wide-ranging taplist, cocktails, and food as well.
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Mumford Brewing
416 Boyd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
mumfordbrewing.comBack to MapLocals call this part of Downtown LA “Skid Rowkyo” because of the proximity to Skid Row and Little Tokyo, but Mumford calls it “Home”. Opened in 2015, Mumford Brewing was opened by brothers Todd and Peter Mumford (no relation to the band). Brewmaster Peter Mumford keeps the taproom loaded with styles of every kind – Belgian Witbiers, Belgian Dubels, Northeastern IPAs, West Coast IPAs, Milk Stouts, etc… And when you’re there, we recommend ordering pizza from neighboring Baldoria (our favorite is the Sweet Mary, a pie with strawberries and bacon on it).
A favorite: The Love – a Milk Stout that they often have on nitro and sometimes they have with coffee added.
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Ohana Brewing
7 South 1st Street, Alhambra, CA 91801
ohanabrew.comBack to MapThey opened their taproom and within 3 days they won silver in the World Beer Cup for their Belgian and French-Style Ale – Ohana Saison Noir. It’s not that easy, but Andrew Luthi opened this brewery when he was 26 years old and makes it look that easy. They brew in Downtown LA but have a simple tasting room in Alhambra.
A favorite: Saison Noir – come on, it’s delicious and a medal-winner.
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Sage Vegan Bistro & Brewery
1700 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
sageveganbistro.comBack to MapSage Vegan Bistro & Brewery is a plant based bistro that opened in 2012 and expanded to include four locations including Echo Park’s first brewery in 2017. Women owned and brewed, our brewery focuses on sourcing local ingredients to create adventurous, crave-worthy beers. Working with our sixteen acre organic farm and with one of the only hop yards in Los Angeles county, Sage believes you can be good to the earth while drinking a fresh, fun, local brews!
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Stone Brewing Co.
220 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA
stonebrewing.com/visit/outposts/pasadenaBack to MapThey don’t brew in Pasadena. Stone Brewing Co. is headquartered in Escondido, and they brew in San Diego, Richmond VA, and in Berlin, Germany. But, Stone’s small Pasadena hideout pours all of their beer and does growler fills, bottle sales, merchandise & keg rentals. And don’t write this spot off just as a grab-and-go store, the staff at this location is one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated teams in all of LA. So grab a pint or a flight of generously sized tasters and settle in for a minute in their small outside patio and maybe consider ordering some pizza from The Luggage Room next door. And then consider getting another beer.
Long Beach
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Ambitious Ales
4019 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
ambitiousales.comBack to MapFive talented guys – Juan Carrillo, Garrett Carroll, Jon Cuthbert, Jerome De Leon, and Danny Karpinski – combined their collective brewing, design, construction and branding talents to create Ambitious Ales in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood of Long Beach. Look for a wide range of steadily rotating interesting beers that could possibly include everything from an elegant strawberry saison to more a impactful coconut stout. Come with a dog, come with a friend, or come and order pizza from next door. I recommend doing all three: dog-friend-pizza.
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Ballast Point Long Beach
110 N Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
ballastpoint.com/locationsBack to MapYou know it, you love it, and although this brewery is owned by Constellation Brands (See: Corona), they’re still consistently cranking out delicious and experimental beers. They have locations all over Southern California with four in San Diego, one in Temecula and they opened this Long Beach outpost in the Summer of 2016. Situated in the Alamitos Bay Marina, this gargantuan craft beer hotspot has a main bar, an outside bar, and a rooftop bar, so head to one of them and settle in for a while because in addition to their food they have over 30 of their beers on tap.
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Beachwood BBQ & Brewing
210 E 3rd St, Long Beach, CA 90802
beachwoodbbq.comBack to MapBeachwood BBQ & Brewing won the “Brewpub of the Year” award from the Great American Beer Fest. And they won “Best Large Brewpub” in the world at the World Beer Fest. And they have barbecue. And they have one of the best guest taplists in LA. Their beers are made by brewmaster Julian Shrago who can bend hops with the best of them (if he’s not the best of them himself), so when you’re visiting try ALL of their IPA’s not just one or two. And if you’re looking for dessert, head next door to their sour sister – Beachwood Blendery.
A favorite: Amalgamator – an incredible West Coast IPA that smacks of passionfruit and dank resin on the nose but is dry and light on the body.
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Beachwood Blendery
247 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach, CA
beachwoodbbq.com/blendery.htmlBack to MapAfter dominating the world of hoppy beers at their main brewery location, Beachwood Blendery opened up to innovate (and presumably dominate) the world of sour beers. After starting slow in 2015, the Blendery released its first lambic-style beer in 2016 which set the bar for the rest of their sour beers to come in terms of complexity and deliciousness. The Long Beach Blvd. taproom is cozy with an educated and caring staff who serves a frequently rotating selection of sour and funky beers. Bottles are available to-go, but definitely stick around to taste something there, because many of their offerings are draft only. If you get hungry, Beachwood’s flagship BBQ & Brewery location is about 50 yards away.
A favorite: Any of their lambic-inspired beers.
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Belmont Brewing
Belmont Brewing Co, 39th Place, Long Beach
belmontbrewing.comBack to MapThis beachside beer haven opened 1990 and is now the oldest brew pub in Los Angeles County. Their Brewmaster, David Blackwell, brews all manner of lagers and ales on his seven barrel system: “Clean Blondes, Hoppy Pales and IPAs, Balanced Ambers, Big Stouts, Fruity Weizens and Spicy Belgians”. Their food menu also spans an impressive spectrum ranging from soups and salads to shrimp enchiladas to garlic chicken pasta to a Mediterranean Burger (Fig-dijon mustard, bacon, goat cheese, arugula, tomato & onion on a brioche bun).
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Brouwerij West
110 E 22nd St, San Pedro, CA 90731
brouwerijwest.comBack to MapBrouwerij West started off as well known gypsy brewers, but in 2015, the team finally moved into a gorgeous space in San Pedro at the Ports o’ Call to brew and serve all of their funky Belgian-ish beers. Think Spelt Saisons or 100% Brett Beers with Rangpur Limes enjoyed at a picnic table with your dog and husband at your side. It’s a big space, normally with food trucks, so bring the kids and plan to soak up some sun on their outdoor patio. And if drunken retail shopping is your thing, they’re located within stumbling distance of “Crafted” a permanent flea-market/pop-up-shop full of vendors with vintage records, books, knick-knacks and oddities.
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Long Beach Beer Lab
518 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806
lbbeer.comBack to MapLong Beach Beer Lab is just that – a laboratory for the “science surrounding suds”. Located in the Wrigley neighborhood of Long Beach, just east of the 710 on Willow Street, this combination brewery and bakery makes quality ales, sour beers, barrel-aged beers, tonics and sourdough bread onsite. Brewmaster and Chief Scientist Dr. Levi Fried left his work at a medical research lab to run the beer side of things. The bakery is helmed by Harmony Sage, a classically trained French Pastry Chef (she’s also Levi’s wife).
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Steady Brew Beer Co.
2936 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815
steadybrewing.comBack to MapPerfecltly built to serve the neighborhood delicious, fresh beers. Steady Brew Beer Co is a cozy craft beer joint built by a designer and a brewer. They built it all themselves. They designed it all themselves. It’s a perfect version of the beer-shop-around-the-corner.
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Ten Mile Brewing Company
1136 E Willow St, Signal Hill, CA 90755
tenmilebrewing.comBack to MapA little bit of everything is being brewed down in Signal Hill (a city on the North side of Long beach). Ten Mile Brewing Company is doing German styles, English styles, Belgian styles, Mexican styles and ye’ olde American styles like the Kentucky Common (one of the only beer styles indigenous to the USA). The brew team consists of a father and son duo, Dan Sundstrom and Jesse Sundstrom, the brewery is named for a part of the Sierra Nevadas where this family owned brewery owns a cabin (not for the length of Long Beach, which is actually only 5.2 miles, and they’re not in Long Beach anyway, they’re in nearby Signal Hill. Get your facts straight).
North LA
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14 Cannons Brewery & Showroom
31125 Via Colinas Suite 907, Westlake Village, CA
14cannons.comBack to MapConstructed in 2017, 14 Cannons is a production brewery and showroom. Their Westlake Village location showcases the beer industry’s leading vendors while also producing beer by award-winning brewer Nic Bortolin. Marshall Haraden is the builder and owner and the name 14 Cannons is a tribute to his great, great, great, great uncle, Jonathan Haraden who captained the American war ship Tyrannicide in 1777 (a ship which had, you guessed it, 14 cannons). The showroom is a working operational teaching facility for brewers and novices alike.
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San Fernando Brewing
425 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
sanfernandobrewingcompany.comBack to MapLocated near the intersection of the 5 and the 118, this 3 man team (Ryan Rogers and Vic & Joe Chouchanian) operates a 15 barrel brewhouse and serving straightforward styles to the valley since 2015. Wooden tables and bistro lights make their taproom a comfy place to hang and sip on their recipes that they’ve honed in since they were all homebrewers.
A favorite: O’Melveny Red Ale, which has a great name.
South Bay
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Absolution Brewing Co.
2878 Columbia St, Torrance, CA 90503
absolutionbrewingcompany.comBack to MapLocated in the craft beer capital of Torrance, Absolution dabbles in reds, stouts, IPAs, kettle sours and sodas (just in case you happen to be driving). And they make all of it out of their brewhouse that is entirely on view in their taproom.
A favorite: Sinner Stout – an English Style Stout that highlights dark malts with mocha flavor and is best served on nitro.
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Brouwerij West
110 E 22nd St, San Pedro, CA 90731
brouwerijwest.comBack to MapBrouwerij West started off as well known gypsy brewers, but in 2015, the team finally moved into a gorgeous space in San Pedro at the Ports o’ Call to brew and serve all of their funky Belgian-ish beers. Think Spelt Saisons or 100% Brett Beers with Rangpur Limes enjoyed at a picnic table with your dog and husband at your side. It’s a big space, normally with food trucks, so bring the kids and plan to soak up some sun on their outdoor patio. And if drunken retail shopping is your thing, they’re located within stumbling distance of “Crafted” a permanent flea-market/pop-up-shop full of vendors with vintage records, books, knick-knacks and oddities.
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Common Space
3411 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
commonspace.laBack to MapCommon Space is a big mixture of a lot of interesting things: they’ve set up their shop in a WWII-era building that has 24,000 square feet, their brewmaster is from Speakeasy Ales & Lagers in the Bay Area, they have a 1,000 square foot patio, they’re spitting distance from SpaceX, and they’re walking distance from LA Aleworks. They make ales, they make lagers, they make IPAs (of course), and they make brewmaster experiments on their pilot system – like a cocktail-inspired Negroni Saison. Check out their rotating list of food trucks and events here.
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El Segundo Brewing
140 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245
elsegundobrewing.comBack to MapHops, Hops and more Hops. Our tally has them at: a bunch of hoppy pale ales, at least four IPAs, a slew of Double IPAs and one terrifyingly drinkable Triple IPA. They have a taproom in El Segundo where you can find their beer and you can find their brew around town in bottles as well (and it’s guaranteed to be fresh).
A favorite: Mayberry – a golden IPA that showcases what the boys at El Segundo can do with hops.
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Eureka Brewing Company
13723 1/2 Harvard Place, Gardena, California 90249
eurekabrewco.comBack to MapFounded in 2020, Eureka Brewery is helmed by a local brewer with 15 years of professional experience (Phil McDaniels is the man behind many of your favorite King Harbor beers) and his entrepreneur best friend. Eureka is committed to making a wide variety of beers that hit new creative heights while still maintaining maximum drinkability. In short, they make interesting beer for people who love beer that still tastes like beer – make sense? As a brewer owned and operated company, all decisions are made from a brewers perspective.
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HopSaint
5160 West 190th Street, Torrance, CA 90503
hopsaint.comBack to MapLed by a veteran restaurateur (Steve Roberts of Cafe Boogaloo & Charlie’s New York Restaurant) and a veteran brewmaster (Brian Brewer brewed at Abigaile and Stone) HopSaint is a Torrance Brewery and Restaurant that’s housed in a very comfortable space on 190th street with a modern-diner feel. Their food menu is stacked with items fresh out of their wood-fired oven and the beer menu is stacked with fresh items from their modest brewhouse.
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King Harbor Brewing Company
2907 182nd St, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
kingharborbrewing.comBack to MapNamed after their hometown harbor, this Redondo Beach brewery opened in 2013 and has been growing rapidly ever since. You can find their beer on draft and in cans all around town or you can xvisit one of their two taprooms (Brewery + Tasting Room on 182nd and the Waterfront Tasting Room at the Redondo Beach pier).A favorite: Swirly – a brown ale that hits great cocoa, coffee and vanilla notes.
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King Harbor Waterfront Tasting Room
132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
kingharborbrewing.comBack to MapNamed after their hometown harbor, this Redondo Beach brewery opened in 2013 and has been growing rapidly ever since. You can find their beer on draft and in cans all around town or you can xvisit one of their two taprooms (Brewery + Tasting Room on 182nd and the Waterfront Tasting Room at the Redondo Beach pier). -
Los Angeles Ale Works
Los Angeles Ale Works, Cerise Avenue, Hawthorne
laaleworks.comBack to MapOne of the oldest beer brands in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Ale Works, has finally launched a real brewery and tasting room in Hawthorne, just steps away from SpaceX. It has a spacious, comfortable outdoor patio (including food truck parking IMMEDIATELY adjacent to the patio so you don’t even have to put your beer down). There’s also ample space inside to soak up one of the many beers they have on tap. It’s a South Bay must-visit.
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Monkish Brewing
20311 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501
monkishbrewing.comBack to MapHenry Nguyen owns this family run Belgian-Style brewery in Torrance and every one of the beers he develops at Monkish is well-crafted, much-loved, and highly individualistic. Go check out his stuff in their Torrance taproom and hope he’s pouring something out of his barrel program. But no visit to Monkish is complete without walking over to Smog City.
A favorite: Anything fresh and hoppy (like one of their canned IPA’s) or old and funky (like one of their foudre aged saisons).
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Phantom Carriage
18525 S Main St, Carson, CA 90248
phantomcarriage.comBack to MapSaisons and Sours. And meats and cheeses. And guest taps. And a taproom that drips with ambiance. And a screening room showing classic horror films all day. They’re open 7 days a week so feel free to drop by for lunch or dinner or a late night horror film.
A favorite: Pleasance – their lambic-inspired sour that is delicate and complex and refreshingly tart. Also, their grilled cheese sandwich (add pulled pork).
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Red Car Brewery
1266 Sartori Ave, Torrance, CA 90501
redcarbrewery.comBack to MapEasily dominating the “oldest brewery” category, Red Car was established in 2000, making it one of the oldest breweries in all of LA County. Owned and operated by Laurie & Bob Brandt, Red Car focuses on English-Style ales, great food and stellar service.
A favorite: Electra Light – a well crafted light beer.
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Scholb Premium Ales
2964 Columbia St, Torrance, CA 90503
drinkscholb.comBack to MapAdding to the frenzy of Torrance breweries, Scholb opened in early 2016. With malty midwestern style ales and a wide variety of IPAs, Scholb add something interesting to the Torrance beer conversation. Brewer/Chemical Engineer, Jason Kolb, is always ready to explain the brewing process and all the fun aspects of making beer safely, efficiently and deliciously. Their taproom is full of warm knowledgeable bartenders so this spot is an easy addition to your normal rotation. It’s also so close to Absolution that you could walk there with your eyes closed (or at least blurry).
A favorite: Bon Fuego – a smooth and drinkable brown with a hint of cherry wood smoked malt to give it depth.
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Smog City Brewing
1901 Del Amo Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501
smogcitybrewing.comBack to MapThey won a Gold Medal from the Great American Beer Fest for their Coffee Porter and that was before Smog City Brewing even opened a brewery… Now, with a full production brewery at their disposal, Jonathan Porter and his team are cranking out honed IPAs, fruit beers, barrel-aged beers and a true Czech Style Pilsner. Check out their taproom for rare releases, seasonal treats, and a dedicated staff. Check out their Steel Craft taproom in Long Beach to pair their beer with pizza, ramen, burgers or waffles.
A favorite: Grape Ape IPA – this hopped up beverage is blended with grapes to give it a distinctly fruit forward edge.
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Strand Brewing Co.
2201 Dominguez Street, Torrance, CA
strandbrewing.comBack to MapBeing the oldest production brewery in Torrance is one of Strand’s claims to fame. The other? They are the home to a 4 Time World Champion of Tetris – Jonas Neubauer (they have his trophies in the taproom to prove it). But the real reason to visit this place is their big, flavorful beers that pair well with surf, sand and burgers. Myriad IPA’s ranging from session to imperial, a great stout, and a Belgian-style witbier round out the beer menu. Their taproom is enormous, stacked with picnic tables, cornhole, table top shuffleboard, and rotating food trucks so don’t be afraid to bring large groups. Owner Rich Marcello can often be seen walking around making sure everyone is comfortable, so take his advice: grab a beer and make yourself at home.
A favorite: White Sand – This Imperial IPA packs incredible aromas of exotic fruits (see: mango and stone fruit).
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The Dudes Brewing Co.
1840 W 208th St, Torrance, CA 90501
thedudesbrew.comBack to MapYou won’t find any White Russians here, just solidly crafted West Coast style beer built for, well, dudes. They operate one of the biggest production breweries in Los Angeles which is based conveniently in walking distance from Monkish and Smog City. You’ll find their beer in 16 oz. cans all over LA.
A favorite: Grinning Face Porter – a Coconut Porter, but “you know, that’s just, like, your opinion, man.” – The Dude.
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Three Weavers Brewing
1031 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301
threeweavers.laBack to MapThree Weavers, named for the owner’s three daughters, make amazing beer in a beautiful taproom just a stone’s throw from the Randy’s Donut in Inglewood. They stock West Coast Beers with English influences along with a healthy dose of collaboration beers. Three Weavers has a female owner and a female brewmaster, but that’s not what it’s about. Three Weavers is about good beer and community. Grab some pizza from nearby Tumby’s and sit outside on their patio or inside the taproom with a solid view of their shiny 30-barrel brewhouse.
A favorite: Whatever collaboration beer their brewmaster Alexandra Nowell has recently crafted.
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Tortugo Brewing
916 W Hyde Park Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90302
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Upshift Brewing
339 Indiana St, El Segundo, CA 90245
upshiftbrewing.comBack to MapLocated one block west of Pacific Coast Highway, Upshift Brewing Company is an automotive-inspired craft brewery, hand-building classic brews for you to enjoy. The taproom is quaint and cozy with an ambiance that feels like you’re in Dad’s garage. Head Brewer, Eric Pearce, has fun experimenting with small batches each month so be sure to ask your beertender what Prototype brew is on tap!
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Yorkshire Square Brewery
1109 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA
yorkshiresquarebrewery.comBack to MapSpecializing in the English style the team at Yorkshire square is following a time-honored tradition of cask conditioned, hand-pulled ales. It’s “real ale” done real well, meaning that it’s poured at the proper temperature, carbonated naturally and is usually low in alcohol. Brewmaster Andy Black is behind the recipe development and execution of these beers and he is truly dedicated to crafting beers in the traditional style. But don’t let tradition scare you, these are insanely drinkable beers.
Surrounding Areas
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Alosta Brewing Co.
692 Arrow Grand Cir, Covina, CA 91722
alostabrewing.comBack to MapNamed after the now-defunct liquor-loving city of Alosta, this crew is located in the current city of Glendora. With a combined 30 years of brewing experience, brew master Herb Adams and head brewer Brendan Wehrly are crafting timeless styles with timely twists like their Saison Bleu brewed with local blue sage and ginger.
A favorite: Swindler – their brown porter that’s only 4.7% with pipe tobacco notes.
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Angry Horse Brewing
603 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
angryhorsebrewing.comBack to MapIn March of 2017 Angry Horse opened their taproom and are now brewing and serving “artisan craft beer” in Montebello, CA with full support of the local community. Look for beer styles from all around the world such as a Helles Lager, a purple Saison (brewed with hibiscus), and a Belgian-Style IPA… Located on Whittier Blvd, feel free to wander in at any hour of the day to grab a pint and hang out on their patio or pull up a stool and check out what game is playing on their big screen.
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Arrow Lodge Brewing
720 E Arrow Hwy, Covina, CA 91722
arrowlodgebrew.comBack to MapFormerly “Barley Lodge” Brewing, this Covina brewery changed their name to avoid name confusion with another brewery located in Costa Mesa. Arrow Lodge is aptly described as “lodge-chic” with design elements derived in equal parts from Lake Arrowhead and Brooklyn. The beer is designed by Amy Heller (adding to the illustrious list of lady brewers in Los Angeles). She crafts any and every beer style – kolsch, boysenberry berliner weiss, NE IPA, and farmhouse ales.
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Bravery Brewing
42705 8th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534
braverybrewing.comBack to MapJust 50 miles outside of central LA, Bravery is located in Lancaster, CA – a distant sector of Los Angeles County – which allows them (and Kinetic) to be a wonderful addition to the LA Brewers Guild. Established in 2011, these folks have a steadily rotating 14 tap system in their tasting room and they use all of it. If you can’t make it out to Lancaster, look for their beer in bottles in LA.
A favorite: Smoking Gun – a Smoked Imperial Porter that has campfire notes, roasted malt, cocoa, and smoke.
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Claremont Craft Ales
1420 N Claremont Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711
claremontcraftales.comBack to MapIt’s almost an hour and a half from Downtown Los Angeles, but you’ll find this far-flung brewery well worth the drive. At any given time, they have 21 of their own brews on tap ranging from a Pomegranate Wheat to a Black Rye Imperial Stout. Their taproom has a wonderfully relaxed air about it giving it the feeling of a true public house.
A favorite: their flagship Jacaranda Rye IPA.
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Enegren Brewing
444 Zachary St, Moorpark, CA 93021
enegrenbrewing.comBack to MapWhen in college, why buy a fake ID when you can buy a real home brew kit? That’s the thought process the Enegren brothers went through while attending local Loyola Marymount University. Started in a dorm room, now the 3 man team operates a 15-Barrel brewhouse in a beautiful taproom in Moorpark. Go for the beer. Stay to chat with the locals.
A favorite: Protector – their year round Imperial IPA that packs a ton of American hops in with German malts.
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Five Threads Brewing
31133 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, CA
fivethreadsbrewing.comBack to MapFive Threads: 1. Water 2. Malt 3. Hops 4.Yeast & 5. You. All those elements are woven together to create the Five Threads Brewing Company in Westlake Village, CA. Tucked away into the middle of an industrial complex a short 2 minute drive off of the 101 freeway lies a small brewery with handmade beers, handmade benches (including a swing), and a lot of caring people. Steady foodtruck service supplies snacks for local patrons.
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Homage Brewing
281 S Thomas St, Pomona, CA
homagebrewing.comBack to MapLocated in the heart of bustling Downtown Pomona, Homage Brewing opened their partially crowdfunded taproom in May of 2016 to slang their well-made, small-batch beers to thirsty patrons. Full slate of classic styles with some funky one off options like a 100% Brett IPA. Check out their comfy taproom when you can.
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Institution Ales
438 Calle San Pablo, Camarillo, CA 93012
institutionales.comBack to MapInstitution Ales is a family owned and operated brewery out in Camarillo, CA. They run a busy 3.5-Barrel brewhouse putting up about 9 beers on tap at any given time. On top of making all that beer, their tasting room is open 6 days a week (dark on Mondays). If you’re around, bring some food by, or order it into the brewery, and stay a while.
A favorite: the Vice series – a 4.0% Berliner Weiss that they age on a variety of fruits.
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Kinetic Brewing
735 W Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster, CA 93534
kineticbrewing.comBack to MapJust 50 miles outside of central LA, Kinetic is located in Lancaster, CA – a distant sector of Los Angeles County – which allows them (and Bravery) to be a wonderful addition to the LA Brewers Guild. Kinetic offers six year round brews and seasonal specialties as well as a fine selection of pub fare in their restaurant.
A favorite: Propulsion – their American IPA that’s citrusy, zesty, slightly bitter and as drinkable as can be.
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La Verne Brewing Co.
2125 Wright Ave, La Verne, CA 91750
lavernebrewingco.comBack to MapThis brewery should be on your radar if only because of its proximity to a water park. Come on, Raging Waters and a brewery in one afternoon… the only question is, which one do I go to first? Answer: Brewery, then water park, then brewery. Easy, next question. What if I’m too wet? Answer: Bring a towel, dummy. La Verne brewing is also near the Pomona Raceway (Drag Strip) and Brackett Field Airport, but Raging Waters is more fun.
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Lucky Luke Brewing
610 West Avenue O, Palmdale, CA
luckylukebrewing.comBack to MapOwned by Brian and Samantha Schmitz (and named after their great-grandfather Luke Hammons) Lucky Luke Brewery prides itself on providing locally made beer that supports locally made products such as their 10 barrel brewhouse that was constructed by Portland Kettleworks in Oregon. The owners are happy to provide a brewery tour while you sip their finely crafted beers should you ask nicely.
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Mt. Lowe Brewing
150 East Saint Joseph Street, Arcadia, CA 91006
mtlowebrewing.comBack to MapArcadia’s first microbrewery! Named after a mountain in the nearby San Gabriel Mountain range (Mount Lowe rises to 5,606 feet), this brewery opened its doors on December 3rd, 2016. A solid lineup of classic beer styles can be consumed along with whatever the foodtruck de jour is (they have a foodtruck every day). Check their online calendar for events like bingo, trivia nights and dog training classes.
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Ogopogo Brewing
864 Commercial Ave, San Gabriel, CA 91776
ogopogobrewco.comBack to MapOgopogo Brewing, San Gabriel’s first craft brewery, was founded in 2018 by brewer-owners Jason De La Torre and Ryan Edell. Both are distinctly terrific human beings, both are veterans of the local beer scene, and both have a fondness for folklore, mythology, and palindromes. Their lineup of beer names all stem from mythological creatures and legendary folklore figures (The Ogopogo is a famous Canadian Lake Monster). The beers are all great, the stories are all fun and the styles of beer (along with historically accurate ingredients) are linked to the country where the myth was born.
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Old Stump Brewing Co.
2896 Metropolitan Pl, Pomona, CA 91767
oldstumpbrewery.comBack to MapA familiar story, this Pomona brewery has an aim “to re-create the turn of the century and industrial movement feel within the design of our tasting room, as well as the flavor of our beer”. A noble effort supported by a wide range of super light to super dark beers with everything in between.
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Pacific Plate Brewing Co.
1999 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
pacificplatebrewing.comBack to MapMonrovia’s first independently-owned craft brewery, Pacific Plate Brewing Company uses time-honored techniques in innovative ways to brew unique yet traditional craft beer. The brewery sits along the Ring of Fire on the largest tectonic plate on Earth, separating the brewery from the rest of North America by the San Andreas Fault. Pacific Plate takes inspiration from this prodigious natural phenomenon, utilizing ingredients and flavors from around the world to produce award-winning beer. With 16 taps and a varied repertoire, there’s always something great on tap, like our Mango and Guava fruit IPAs inspired by aguas frescas, our award-winning Shock Wave Kölsch, and the flagship Horchata Stout, with cinnamon, vanilla, and cocoa.
A favorite: Cardamom Ginger Saison – a delightful twist on the classic saison style, they add fresh ground ginger and Guatemalan Cardamom.
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Pocock Brewing
24907 Ave Tibbitts, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
pocockbrewing.comBack to MapChocolate Stout, ESB, Blueberry Pale Ale, Scotch Ale, etc… etc… the folks at Pocock Brewing do it all. It’s a family run establishment in Santa Clarita where you can listen to live music, fill a crowler, or just hang out with the brew crew and the rotating cast of locals.
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Progress Brewing
1822 Chico Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733
progress-brewing.comBack to MapThe fact that it’s the first brewery in South El Monte, CA isn’t the most impressive thing about Progress Brewing, it’s the background of the two founders, Dr. Diego Benitez and Kevin Ogilby, and what they’ve been able to accomplish that’s impressive. With backgrounds in Chemistry and Biotechnology, these two put their education to use making very finely tuned beers (which they can account for because this pair is also BJCP certified). They have some of the most fiercely loyal regulars at this bar so we recommend you go and find out why.
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Sanctum Brewing
560 E Commercial St, Pomona, CA 91767
sanctumbrewing.comBack to MapJust East of Cal Poly Pomona lives an incredibly inventive brewery inside of the Pomona Packing House – Sanctum Brewing. You should definitely venture out past the 605 to visit their taproom and brewery to find truly inventive beers like Leftovers – a light, second runnings beer brewed with cranberries.
A favorite: Tangeronimo – a Belgian Golden Strong brewed with tangerines and elderflowers.
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Transplants Brewing Company
40242 La Quinta Lane, Palmdale, CA
transplantsbrewing.comBack to MapTransplants Brewing Company has been making Palmdale weirder for years! Its huge connected venue space is a vision realized Transplants for their team who is passionate about bringing quality original music and entertainment to the 661. Featuring the best of local and touring bands paired with inventive house-made beers and otherworldly art, this up-and-coming venue offers a welcoming home for creators and the creative.
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Twisted Oak Tavern and Brewery
30105 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
twistedoaktavern.pubBack to MapBeer is great, food is great and they have a killer live music lineup. If you see a tall man hovering around their beautiful copper tanks in the back, it’s probably Dr. Hops, and he’ll be able to tell you what’s fresh on tap.
A favorite: any food-beer-music pairing that you can make there.
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Westlake Brewing & Libation
31111 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, CA
westlakebrewingcompany.comBack to MapStarted by two longtime beverage veterans, Westlake Brewing features solidly made beers in a polished industrial space in Westlake Village. The space has some pinball machines, some arcade games and a rotating food truck schedule, so you can plan to spend more than just one pint’s worth of time there. FYI, the “Libations” part of the name only refers to handcrafted sodas so far…
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Wolf Creek Brewery
25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
wolfcreekbrewingco.comBack to MapTheir own description says it best: “THE unique dining, beer-sampling, banquet-hosting and catering experience in the heart of Valencia, Santa Clarita, California.” Founders Rob and Laina McFerren cover it all between their two locations – the original restaurant in Santa Clarita and the brewery and tasting room in Valencia.
A favorite: Dogtown Dunkelweizen – the darker brother of their Hefeweizen, it’s a classic and well made dunkel.
The Valley
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8one8 Brewing
8951 De Soto Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91304
818brewing.comBack to Map8one8 Brewing is making beer out of their cozy 10 bbl brewhouse in Canoga Park, CA. After learning about brewing through a Maltose Falcons brewing class, this team filed paperwork in 2014 to start their own valley-focused brewery and opened their tasting room in May of 2018.
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Cellador Ales
16745 Schoenborn St, North Hills, CA 91343
celladorales.comBack to MapOnly a few breweries in the country are fermenting 100% of their beer in oak barrels, and Cellador Ales in North Hills is one of them. They opened their brewery in 2016 and their focus is on the extreme ends of beer – very high abv, very low abv and barrel-aged stuff rich with funk and sourness.
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Hand-Brewed Beer
9771 Variel Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311
handbrewedbeer.comBack to MapWilliam Caplenor, Anthony Castaneda, Andrew Pletcher and Brian Hand (get it?) were avid homebrew buddies who got together in 2014 to open a real brewery making real beer for Los Angeles. And they’re doing it real well. With rotating seasonals and every day staples, this crew opened a taproom in October 2016, so feel free to go visit them but you can always find their beer fresh all over the San Fernando Valley and LA.
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Macleod Brewing Co.
14741 Calvert St, Van Nuys, CA 91411
macleodale.comBack to MapNo need to buy a plane ticket to London to try a real English style ale, just head over to Van Nuys and visit Macleod. When you’re there you’ll get to taste traditional cask ale and learn how to enjoy beer served with lower natural carbonation and at room temp (around 50 degrees). Their beer lineup is well-rounded with lots of normal draft beer offerings (served at 38 degrees). As an added bonus, they have pizza!
West Side
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Firestone Walker Venice
3205 W Washington Blvd, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
firestonebeer.com/visit/venice.phpBack to MapFirestone Walker’s corporate headquarters is technically in Belgium (at Duvel), their brewing headquarters are in Paso Robles, their barrel program is in Buellton, but now we have a Firestone Walker to call our own in Venice, CA. With a full restaurant, brewery and bottle shop onsite, it’s a one-stop shop for everything Firestone, and trust us, they’ve got something for everyone. Firestone happens to excel at all levels of beer: the every day drinker (see: DBA and Pivo), the sour freak (see: Agrestic and Krieky Bones), the hop head (see: Union Jack and Luponic Distorition) and the big beer lover (see: Sucaba and Parabola).
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Santa Monica Brew Works
1920 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
santamonicabrewworks.comBack to MapThe first brewery in Santa Monica and one of the only breweries on the West Side that’s north of the 105. Santa Monica Brew Works has been crafting beers for years before opening their taproom in 2016. Check out their taproom on the corner of Colorado and 20th Street for a local space with ample room for big groups. Daily food trucks schedule will keep you full and their frequently rotating cast of interesting beers will keep you happy.
A favorite: PCH (Pale Chocolate Heaven) – a golden stout that has all of the cocoa and vanilla that you want with the lightness of a golden ale to match.