Balefire Brewing Company

21517 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

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Kimberly Walker

The jalapeño lager is a must try. Great atmosphere with wonderful people. It’s a perfect spot to gather with friends.

Paul Weeks

Great beer! Friendly staff! One of the best breweries in Santa Cruz!

Nolan

They have the only real cask ale in town! Plus a great outdoor patio. Fantastic spot.

Curt Anderson

Great beers, including 3 on cask, relaxed atmosphere., and friendly staff. This was our first visit. I’m a big fan of cask conditioned beer and the Ferkin pale ale was one of very few beers I’ve found in the US to rival those at a good pub in England. The English IPA was another standout. Pilsner and Irish ale were also excellent.

Chris Mich

Outstanding beer, food trucks and music. This place is dope and the beer is great. They have all sorts of different styles of beer, I'm sure you can find something for your liking.

10/10 would recommend

Tom Burke

Great owners, outstanding beers, and a wonderful community feel. Only complaint (applies to most bars/pubs) is bar stools without back rests, yes I'm older. Artwork on beer signs are funny and have great backstories.

François Rodigari

A very friendly place with a great selection of beers made on the premises. Pizza can be ordered at a reasonable price. Pleasant indoor and outdoor seating.

Barry Hooper

River Styx is the most chocolatey stout I’ve had. Like a frikken mug of cocoa waiting for Santa.

Madeleine Cuneo

Absolutely delightful! Great beer, great atmosphere, wonderful people! Thank you for existing!

Renee F

Great variety of beer, always welcoming. Trivia is fun & fits everyone. Great bartenders and great environment.

Omar Aarón Méndez Gómez

Nice place, great people

100% recommended

Shout out to Peele 👋🏻

Sydney James

We love Balefire, the beers are fantastic! The brewers are so talented. Everyone is so kind and friendly. You can count on a great food truck every Friday and Saturday. Every other Tuesday there is trivia with Sara. She does a great job putting together fun trivia questions. I can’t say enough good things about this place! We are so lucky to have a spot like this in Live Oak!

Andrew Figueroa

Some of the best beers at this spot! Staff 10 Stars!

Corey Strock

Good spot with super friendly people and solid beer. I enjoyed that they had 3 options on Cask available, since those are a bit rare these days. Great outdoor and indoor space with plenty of seating and some games to play.

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Balefire Brewing Company

21517 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062