Tasting rooms keep popping all over Southern California, bringing great gathering places to quench your thirst and get social. Surf City USA has become a popular destination to explore the booming craft beverage scene, while keeping it true to the city’s surf culture and laidback vibe. From locals’ favorite stops for a pint after work, to handcrafted cocktails that draw a big crowd, here are the most sought out sips around town.

Riip Beer Co

Launching a brewery is no easy task so Riip started hand delivering growlers & bottles of its beer in an Iconic 1931 Helms Bakery Coach. They’ve grown to become one of the most-respected brewers in the area by handcrafting top quality beer from “Grain to Glass” in HB. Their renovated tasting room is already a hit with locals and out-of-towners, and it’s right on PCH.

Location:

17214 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Hours:

Monday – Saturday 11 am – 10 pm

Sunday 11 am – 8 pm

RIIP Beer Co in Huntington Beach

Main Street Wine Company

A favorite local staple that brings out a country atmosphere to the heart of Surf City USA. Main Street Wine Company is a premier wine store and bar that specializes in boutique wines, handcrafted beers and artisan meats and cheeses. Need another reason to visit? Score $5 wines Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm while people watching in their quaint patio, just steps from the beach.

Location:

301 Main St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Hours:

Monday 4pm - 9pm

Tue – Thu 12pm - 10pm

Friday 12pm - 11pm

Saturday 1pm - 11pm

Sunday 1pm - 9pm

Main Street Wine Company

Surf City Still Works

Surf City Still Works is the first craft distillery in Huntington Beach, created by locals who only use quality ingredients and traditional distilling methods. Each batch of vodka, whiskey, gin, rum and bourbon is hand bottled here. Raise a glass for these guys as they celebrate our community and support local artists by featuring historical photographs and artworks on their bottles. Tasting room hours are limited but check their website and social channels for special events and holiday hours.

Location:

7242 Heil Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Hours:

Friday 4pm - 8pm

Saturday 1pm - 8pm 

Or by special appointment

Surf City Still Works

Four Sons Brewing

Four Sons Brewing is a family-run, award-winning brewery that caters to locals and visitors as the perfect spot to kick back with friends and bring the pups. They offer 16 different beers on tap and a new release every  week. Arrive early if you’re looking to try their session Ale brewed with pineapple in collaboration with the Dirty Heads, it sells out as fast as you can down a pint. You hungry? Rotating food trucks park right outside and complete the welcoming vibe of this laidback tasting room.

Location:

18421 Gothard St Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Hours:

Monday thru Saturday 12 pm - 9 pm

Sunday 12 pm - 8 pm

Four Sons Brewery in Huntington Beach

Four Sons Distillery 

The distillery tasting room is located just steps from Four Sons Brewery tap room. The tasting room is currently open on Friday's and Saturday's from 5-9pm. You must book a reservation in order to taste. Book here.

*Please note the following points:​

  • The distillery tasting room is never open for walk-ins.

  • You must have a reservation to visit.

  • You must book your reservation at least 24-hours in advance of your visit.

  • Every reservation is considered a "private event". As such, we need a "purpose" for your event such as a birthday, anniversary, loving life, TGIF, etc.

  • Minimum group size is 2-people.

  • The members of your event cannot be changed within 24-hours of your visit.

  • If you do not receive a reply within 48hrs please check your spam folder.

Four Sons Distillery

 

The Dudes' Brewing Company

When it comes to beer, The Dudes’ Brewing doesn’t mess around. Their 24 beers on tap appeal to everyone, from casual beer drinkers to craft fanatics. There’s nothing like a refreshing pint of their Blood Orange Amber after a surf session under the California sun. Folks come through for the beer, but weekly trivia and game nights are just another reason to stick around the bustling Lot 579 in Pacific City.

Location:

Inside Lot 579 in Pacific City - 21058 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Hours:

Monday - Thursday 12 pm - 10 pm

Friday - Saturday 12 pm - 11 pm

Sunday 10 am - 9 pm

Dudes' Brewery

Beachwood Brewing 

Beachwood is a real neighborhood gem. They currently offer 16 taps, which you can savor at their family-friendly tasting room or take home in cans, crowlers or growlers. The Amalgamator, a dynamic West Coast-style IPA that’s delightfully light in body and bursting with unique aromas and flavors, is a crowd pleaser that will keep you coming back for more. But just like the best things in life, every time they sell out on one of the rotating taps, it is gone for good.

Location

7631 Woodwind Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Hours

Wednesday: 5 pm - 9 pm

Thurs-Friday: 3 pm - 10 pm

Saturday: 12 pm - 10 pm

Sunday: 12 pm - 8 pm

Beachwood Brewing

 

Golden Road Brewery

This boutique brewery and full-service restaurant is headed to the recently renovated Peter's Landing in the heart of Huntington Beach. Experience the Golden Road flavor with indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating, corn hole, and bocce ball. Golden Road Brewing is constantly experimenting with the freshest ingredients through a collection of rotating, seasonal and limited-edition brews. Enjoy year-round offerings such as Mango Cart, Point the Way IPA, Wheat Ale, and more!

Location: 

16390 CA-1, Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Hours: 

Monday - Thursday 11am-12am

Friday - Saturday 11am - 2am

Sunday 11am-12am

Golden Road Brewery