South Bay Breweries and Tasting Rooms
Whether you’re out for a date night or want to an enjoy a fun evening with the whole family, a laidback brewery serving up handcrafted beers and delicious eats is the perfect destination. Luckily the South Bay has plenty to choose from. Here are some of the best South Bay Breweries and Tasting Rooms to check out.
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South Bay Breweries and Tasting Rooms
Check out some of our favorite local places to grab a pint and have a great time!
El Segundo Breweries
El Segundo Brewing Co.
Come visit their Tap Room to sample their beers, buy a couple of pints, grab a growler to go, or browse their merchandise selection. On select days/ hours a food truck is available on site. Check their website for the rotating truck schedule.
Address: 40 Main Street El Segundo, CA 90245
Five Point Brewing Company
This hometown brewery makes lovingly hand-crafted brews inspired by the local community. Enjoy your drinks in a casual, family-friendly setting with a boho-vibe. The place is filled with cozy couches and board games, and you can even bring your fur babies along! They also offer pizzas and warm pretzels on the menu.
Address: 137 Nevada St. El Segundo, CA 90245
Sugar Monkey Brewing & Social Club
Craft beers are the perfect choice for those seeking a unique and flavorful drinking experience. With their diverse range of styles and flavors, craft beers offer something for every palate. The inviting atmosphere and laid-back vibes make it an ideal spot to relax and socialize with friends. Additionally, the family-friendly environment welcomes kids and pets, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a memorable outing together.
Address: 339 Indiana St, El Segundo, CA 90245
Hawthorne Breweries
Common Space Brewery and Tasting Room
Founded in 2018, their goal is to produce top-notch artisanal beer. Their spacious taproom and outdoor beer garden is family-friendly and pet-friendly providing an ideal setting for enjoying some brews with loved ones. A rotating food truck schedule offers a variety of tasty treats daily. Their award-winning beer is crafted with the community in mind. The Great Beer Gives Back special release program helps fund projects supporting those in need like victims of the Maui fires and initiatives like The Longest Day hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Address: 3411 W EL Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Los Angeles Ale Works
This local brewery offers 25 rotating taps of fresh, local beer, ranging from crisp Pilsners and Blonde Ales to juicy IPAs and fruity hard seltzers. Crowlers, growlers, and kegs are available to-go. With a lively outdoor beer garden, indoor seating, and TVs for big games, it’s a fun and welcoming spot for friends, families, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. Rotating food vendors provide tasty bites to complement the brews, making it a complete experience for visitors.
Address: 12918 Cerise Ave. Hawthorne, CA 90250
Hermosa Beach Breweries
Hermosa Brewing Company
The Hermosa Brewing Co taproom and eatery offers locally-brewed craft beer and tasty bites to residents of Hermosa and beyond. A rotating food truck schedule offers delicious eats and pinball and video games provide plenty of entertainment for patrons of all ages.
Address: 1855 Del Amo Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501
Manhattan Beach Breweries
Culture Brewing Co
Located in the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach, this tasting room opened in 2020 selling to go beer only. Since opening to the public, this bright and airy space as become a beloved community hub in the South Bay. The tasting room also features a gallery of rotating local artists’ works on display.
Address: 327 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Redondo Beach Breweries
Project Barley Redondo
One of three tap rooms in the South Bay, this spot is highly recommended by our Local Anchor readers. In addition to the incredibly crafted brews, Barley also features a full menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, and more. The popular event space also hosts a variety of nightly events from local bands to trivia.
Address: 136 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Additional locations: Torrance and Lomita
Torrance Breweries
Smog City Brewery
Since its founding Smog City has grown to become an icon of local artisanal crafted beer in Los Angeles. The Torrance taproom and beer garden are the perfect spot to enjoy a beer on a beautiful SoCal day. All of their locations feature a rotating selection of food truck offerings to pair with your beer.
Address: 1901 Del Amo Blvd, Ste B, Torrance, CA
Additional loactions: Smog City West Torrance and Steel Craft Long Beach
HopSaint Brewing Company
HopSaint was created as a response to the frustration of having to push through crowded bars late at night just to get a good beer served in a dirty glass. They believe that fresh draft beer should not be limited to bars. They should have the freedom to decide when, where, how, and with whom they want to enjoy a fresh, handcrafted beer. This is the essence of HopSaint – a community that values building lasting connections and enhancing their local area by producing authentic, genuine beer. The kitchen serves up a variety of well-crafted dishes with the same mission in mind.
Address: 5160 W. 190th Street, Torrance, CA 90503
Monkish Brewing Co.
A tiny brewery and tasting space located in Torrance. Specializing in craft beer, Belgian ales, IPA, and sour beer varieties.
Address: 20311 South Western Avenue, Torrance, CA, 90501
The Red Car Brewery and Restaurant
Whether it’s their traditional brews or limited edition options, their diverse selection of beers is infused with character and made with precision. Their Red Car brews are true to their English roots, utilizing English barley, wheat, yeast varieties, and hops. Additionally, some of their beer styles also include hops sourced locally. They offer a diverse food menu that goes far beyond simple pub fare.
Address: 1266 Sartori Ave Torrance, CA 90501
Scholb Brewery
Another popular choice among our Local Anchor readers for its family-friendly atmosphere and tasty brews. From karaoke to inflatables and family movie nights, this is the perfect spot to give the entire family an enjoyable evening out. Scholb Brewing offers an extensive range of top-quality beers is crafted. Some styles are bold and hoppy in the tradition of the West Coast, while others reflect old world styles. This wide selection allows their well-informed beer servers to match each individual with the perfect beer.
Address: 2964 Columbia St, Torrance CA 90503
Absolution Brewing Company
Absolution Brewing Company features craft beers and ales crafted by skilled artisans using top-quality grains, yeast, water, and hops. In addition to the beer, you can enjoy live music and food trucks at their beer garden.
Address: 2878 Columbia St, Torrance, CA 90503
Lomita Breweries
Burnin Daylight Brewing Company
A charming family-run brewery and kitchen offering fresh-made beers and tasty eats. Live bands and DJs keep the patio hoppin (pun intended)!
Address: 24516 Narbonne Ave STE 100 Lomita, CA, 90717
Carson Breweries
The Honest Abe Cider House & Meadery
The first Hard Cider and Mead establishment in Southern California. Offering 40 different options on tap including cider, mead, beer, and sangria. Also serving up 100% Organic Apple Brandy cocktails. Don’t forget they also offer bottles to take home.
Address: 17812 S Main Street Carson, CA, 90248
San Pedro Breweries
Port Town Brewing Company
If you’re looking for tasty beer that’s served up with a side of pizza and dancing, you’ve come to the right place. This local brewery features beer paired perfectly with food and entertainment. The weekly schedule includes a rotation of delicious food truck eats and exciting entertainment from local bands and dance classes to gaming tournaments and art shows.
Address: 285 West 7th St. San Pedro, CA
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