Los Angeles Craft Breweries: The New and Best of 2025
A Curated List of Unique Dog Friendly Microbrewery Pubs in Los Angeles County with Average Beer Pint Cost and Parking Situation
Los Angeles is huge—so big you could fit several major U.S. cities within its borders and still have room to spare. To keep things simple, rather than creating separate posts for each area (like I did with the Los Angeles wedding venue posts), I’ve combined everything into one list covering all of the sixteen regions of Los Angeles County. So, expect to see breweries from every corner of L.A.—from Long Beach in the south to the Antelope Valley in the north, and as far east as Pomona.
However, my list skips over the bigger names you might expect, like Golden Road Brewing or Arts District Brewing Company, to shine a light on smaller, lesser-known spots. These breweries bring unique themes to the table or set up shop in repurposed buildings. They’re dog-friendly, generally have good parking, and can even work as venues for micro weddings. And sure, some may not be brand new—but compared to the bigger players, most are fresh faces, with some having debuted within the past six years.
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Skip to breweries in ☞ Downtown L.A.・West L.A.・The Valley・The A.V.
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Downtown Los Angeles
Highland Park Brewery
1220 N Spring St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
☎︎ +1 (213) 878 9017
Highland Park Brewery right outside Chinatown, offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on excellent craft beer and a diverse menu. Known for its fresh hoppy beers, lagers, and barrel-aged wild ales, this brewery also boasts an expansive bar, a full kitchen, and a great outdoor patio. The brewery emphasizes a casual, modern environment with a focus on community and high-quality craft beer. The brewery features a variety of seating options both indoors and outdoors, making it a great spot for different occasions.
Parking: Free street parking is available around the brewery.
Theme: Modern and casual with an emphasis on community and quality craft beer.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed in outdoor seating areas.
Average Beer Cost: $6-$9 per pint. $14 for a flight of four 4-ounce pours.
Food: The menu includes elevated bar fare like spicy sesame wings, fish sandwiches, tacos, Vietnamese chicken, pretzels, and sweet and sour tater tots. The brewery emphasizes the use of grass-fed beef and free-range chicken in their dishes.
Homage Brewing
1219 N Main St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
☎︎ +1 (323) 987 0388
Homage Brewing, originally established in Pomona in 2016, opened its second location in Chinatown, Los Angeles in 2021. Homage Brewing is known for its small-batch craft beers and intimate atmosphere. Located a stone’s throw from Chinatown, it offers a cozy environment for beer enthusiasts featuring a 15-barrel brewhouse with 21 taps that pour a variety of lagers, hoppy beers, and mixed-fermentation Saisons. Additionally, the taproom offers a selection of guest beers, natural wines, and ciders, creating a diverse beverage menu.
Parking: Free street parking is available around the brewery.
Theme: Cozy and artisanal, with a retro hi-fi speaker system and curated vinyl selections by local DJs.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$10 per pint. $15 for a flight of five 5-ounce pours.
Food: Burgers, wings, cheese plates, and other light snacks. There are also periodic food pop-ups and kitchen takeovers with different chefs.
Barbara's At the Brewery
620 Moulton Ave #110
Los Angeles, CA 90031
☎︎ +1 (323) 612 6200
Barbara’s At the Brewery is situated within the historic Brewery Artists’ Lofts in Lincoln Heights. This unique venue combines a bar and restaurant with an art gallery atmosphere, reflecting the creative and artistic community of the area. The establishment features rotating exhibitions of paintings, photographs, and sculptures from both emerging and established artists. Popular among locals for its relaxed vibe and artistic surroundings.
Parking: Ample free parking available in the adjacent lot.
Theme: Art gallery meets brewery with a laid-back, creative atmosphere.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are welcome in outdoor seating areas.
Average Beer Cost: $6-$8 per pint. $12 for a flight of four 5-ounce pours.
Food: The menu features a variety of comfort foods, with items like sandwiches, salads buffalo wings, fish and chips, burgers, and Irish-inspired dishes such as Irish stew. They also offer brunch on weekends featuring items like marbled rye tuna melts and green salads.
Benny Boy Brewing
1821 Daly St
Los Angeles, CA 90031
Benny Boy Brewing is LA’s first combined brewery and cider house, founded by Ben Farber and Chelsey Rosetter. It officially opened its doors in April 2022. The brewery taps into Old World fermentation methods to produce clean, dry ciders and European-inspired beers with a California twist. Benny Boy Brewing offers a dynamic space with an urban backyard beer and cider garden, pop-up food vendors, and communal seating around fire pits
Parking: Street parking and limited lot parking available.
Theme: Modern and inclusive, with an emphasis on both beer and cider.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed in outdoor areas.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$9 per pint. $14 for a flight of four 5-ounce pours.
Food: Benny Boy Brewing features a rotating lineup of food trucks, offering a variety of cuisines from tacos and BBQ to vegan options.
Creature Comforts Taproom and Brewery
1124 San Julian St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Creature Comforts Brewing Company, originally from Athens, Georgia, expanded to Los Angeles in partnership with film director Joe Russo in 2021. Located in the bustling City Market South community of the Fashion District. Creature Comforts Brewing Company is known for its innovative craft beers, which are brewed using Old World techniques combined with modern influences.
Parking: Limited street parking is available.
Theme: Inviting and innovative with a focus on creative beer styles.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$10 per pint. $16 for a flight of five 4-ounce pours.
Food: The Taproom offers a selection of snacks and small bites, and frequently hosts food trucks that provide a range of culinary options to pair with their beers.
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West Los Angeles
All Season Brewing Company
800 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
☎︎ +1 (323) 591 0330
All Season Brewing Company housed in the historic retro Firestone automotive service station in Miracle Mile officially opened in 2021 and offers a nostalgic yet modern atmosphere. This brewery focuses on providing a welcoming space for beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike. The venue is characterized by its blurred indoor-outdoor design, making it an ideal spot for great beers year-round. The brewery features a spacious indoor area and a dog-friendly outdoor seating area.
Parking: Limited two-hour street parking on surrounding streets before 7 PM, with regular metered parking on La Brea Avenue. After 5 PM, valet parking is available for $10 Monday through Saturday.
Theme: Retro automotive service station with a spacious setup that includes arcade games and Skee-Ball machines.
Dog Friendly: Yes, in designated outdoor areas.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$9 per pint. $14 for a flight of five 4-ounce pours.
Food: Onsite restaurant featuring Chicas Tacos and food vendors offering a range of options like pizzas and sandwiches.
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The San Fernando Valley
Shadow Grove Brewing
1116 2nd St.
San Fernando, CA 91340
☎︎ +1 (747) 500 7400
Shadow Grove Brewing, located in the heart of downtown San Fernando, opened its doors in 2022. Shadow Grove offers a unique, immersive experience with a blend of gothic horror aesthetics and a welcoming creative atmosphere, influenced by the founders' backgrounds in theater. The brewery features both indoor and outdoor seating, with themed areas that reflect its high-concept design.
Parking: Limited street parking available on 2nd Street and nearby residential areas. There’s also a large paid parking lot at the corner of 1st and Maclay Streets ($1.25 per hour).
Theme: Gothic horror with artistic and theatrical elements.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed.
Average Beer Cost: $6-$8 per pint. $12 for a flight of four 4-ounce pours.
Food: Rotating food vendors offering items such as tacos, quesadillas, nachos, and pizzas from vendors like Humble Boyz Catering and Zuly’s Kitchen.
Lincoln Beer Company
3083 Lima St.
Burbank, CA 91504
☎︎ +1 (818) 861 7169
Lincoln Beer Company is located near the Burbank Airport and offers a unique experience in a modern industrial setting. The brewery's interior features large garage door-style windows providing a view of the brewing equipment, and there's a cozy atmosphere with both table and relaxed chair/couch seating. Outdoor seating is also available, making it a versatile spot for different preferences.
Parking: Ample street parking available on Lima Street and San Fernando Blvd.
Theme: Modern industrial with an emphasis on community events and a welcoming vibe.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed both indoors and outdoors.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$9 per pint. $15 for a flight of five 5-ounce pours.
Food: Limited food menu available with occasional food trucks providing varied options. Snacks like pretzels, potato chips, beef jerky, and gummy bears are also available
Brewyard Beer Company
906 Western Ave.
Glendale, CA 91201
☎︎ +1 (818) 409 9448
Brewyard Beer Company combines a rustic, vintage garage style with a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere. The brewery often hosts events and has a variety of seating options to accommodate groups of all sizes.
Parking: Street parking available, with some limited parking in the adjacent lot.
Theme: Rustic, vintage garage style with a community-centric vibe.
Dog Friendly: Yes.
Average Beer Cost: $6-$8 per pint. $12 for a flight of four 5-ounce pours.
Food: Often has food trucks or vendors onsite offering a range of food options from different cuisines.
Paperback Brewing Co.
422 Magnolia Ave.
Glendale, CA 91204
☎︎ +1 (818) 484 5079
Paperback Brewing Co. offers a creative, literature-inspired décor that provides a unique and whimsical atmosphere. The brewery is known for its inventive beer names and labels, adding a touch of fun to the drinking experience.
Parking: Limited street parking, additional parking available in nearby public lots.
Theme: Creative, literature-inspired décor with inventive beer names.
Dog Friendly: Yes.
Average Beer Cost: $7-$9 per pint. $14 for a flight of four 5-ounce pours.
Food: Rotating food trucks providing a variety of options, including tacos and burgers.
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The Antelope Valley
Local Craft Beer Underground Brewery Bowling
706 W Lancaster Blvd #102
Lancaster, CA 93534
☎︎ +1 (661) 473 3333
Local Craft Beer Underground Brewery combines the fun of a bowling alley with the craft beer experience, making it a unique destination for beer enthusiasts and families alike.
Parking: Ample parking available on-site.
Theme: Unique underground bowling alley combined with a brewery.
Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are welcome.
Average Beer Cost: $6-$8 per pint. $12 for a flight of four 5-ounce pours.
Food: Typical bar food including burgers, fries, and nachos, along with more substantial meal options from a full-service kitchen.
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