16 Best Craft Breweries near Santa Monica

“Fun place , great staff , love the decor and of course awesome Kombucha 😋“

“Great service and welcoming environment. ample parking and seating both indoors and out. amazing selection of both beers and ciders on tap. my only major issue is the removal of the tip system to a forced service charge (mandatory tip) system of 18%. we ordered a single flight and a pint at the bar ourselves, no table service or any real interaction yet a tip was fourced upon us on the bill.“

“Great local brewery that really focuses on the beer. So much better since they expanded the outside seating. Great food trucks/stands that come in, friendly staff. A bit “hop” heavy selection if that’s your brew, would like to see more lagers, ales etc but doesn’t take away from a 5 star review“

“Had a lunch outting with my team & the pizza lunch special was a hit! 2 slices of pizza with a drink, under $14. I traded my special for a salad & glass of pinot, GREAT place for a beer, glass of wine, or just a good time! I had the chopped Italian salad, delish!“

“Great brews and brushes events and delicious beers 🍻!“

“This place has great customer service even during a packed World Cup game. This is our neighborhood bar and we’ve rarely if ever had a bad experience.

Disregard the previous review that was freaking out about the chairs. It happened right in front of us and the person was just there to look at their phone, not watch the game, not engage with the other patrons, nothing. It came off as entitled and sad. I’m disappointed to see them leave such an uninformed review“

“Good range of beers on tap“

“Had the great fortune of trying this Hazy IPA before meeting the owner Kelsey Grammer and watching him pull beer for a few hours. This beer is outstanding! it doesn't have that hoppy bite and has a refreshing citrus finish. Put simply? it's delicious. Looking forward to more amazing beers coming!!“

“Newish local place. Big selection of craft brews“

“Been here 4-5 times and overall the outdoor area vibes are what’s worth coming for. Usually busy but not impossible to find a seat on weekends.

My complaint is the same complaint I have for most California breweries in 2026 - stop making a 200th ale that tastes the same and shift focus towards beverages that fit the California vibe and are more inclusive. And no, not another gimmick white claw substitute, but ciders, sours, and fruit beers.

The rotating tap sour we had was top tier but who knows if it will be there next time.

Food wise, we are pretty picky with wings and this place has got excellent wings, the kind that despite not being drenched in buffalo are really flavorful. Pretzel is pretty good too and comes from the local rockenwagner bakery. I wish there was a salt level option but that might be just how they get them.

The menu is definitely white-coded in terms of being more “meal for yourself” than “for the table” and very little green vegetables outside of the salads.“

“Maxine was our server, and she was so attentive while giving us amazing recommendations from the menu. Everything we ordered was incredible! We started with the Asian wings and the Hamachi Crudo, and both were absolutely delicious. For our entrées, we had the skirt steak and the smash burger. And let me just say... the pickle aioli was FIRE! OMG! I can't believe I've never had pickle aioli before, especially since I'm obsessed with pickles. It was SO good! To top it all off, they had a nostalgic McDonald's chocolate dipped ice cream cone for dessert. I had to have it! The vanilla ice cream was softer than the McD's version but overall delicious. They packaged it to go for us so we could walk around the beach while eating it, which was honestly the perfect way to end our dinner. We'll definitely be back!“

“We had a few beers there and loved it. Simple hidden gem in the Gundo on a not well traveled side street off grand ave. Not big, (6 big tables up front) but great beer for $8 or so. Also, a nice back area for more private gatherings.
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“Came across the on a walk back from Venice Beach. Highly recommend.“

“This place is definitely slept on. Excellent beers, excellent pizza, service is amazing, and they have the Dodger games! What more could you ask for out of a brewery. Place has a cozy vibe with a nice outdoor section. Highly recommend to anyone that is looking for a more chill and relaxed brewery with great beers!“

“Quick but enjoyable stop before the flight, the food was fine, nothing crazy I mean it’s airport food lmao. But the service was exceptional! Our waitress Semhar was very personable and attentive. Would come again if I have a flight leaving from gate 48“

“John Michael is fantastic, the best customer service.“