Best Breweries in Irvine
1. Backstreet Brewery
Originating in Irvine, Backstreet Brewery is one of the first craft breweries in Orange County. Backstreet’s microbrew became so favored they recently branched into craft beer bottling. While four of their favorite beers are now available bottled, Backstreet Brewery is best experienced in its original location inside of Lamppost Pizza. Laidback and friendly with a pub style atmosphere, Backstreet Brewery is the place to linger with friends, enjoy a premium pizza, a savor the brews.
Must-try beer: Tomahawk Double IPA, brewed with almost three pounds of hops per barrel.
2. TAPS Fish House & Brewery
Evocative beers with a nostalgic nod to old European brewing can be found at the exclusive TAPS Fish House & Brewery. A newcomer to Irvine, the TAPS is an upscale restaurant featuring both a formal dining room and a casual lounge area. Like it’s sister restaurant in Brea, the acclaim is in their fresh fish and seafood, but don’t overlook their award-winning brews. TAPS is perfect for a special night out or a celebratory brunch with family and friends.
Must-try beer: Remy’s Pappy, a Russian stout that has been aged in bourbon barrels.
3. Cismontane Brewing Company
Cismontane is a hidden gem, tucked back behind an auto parts store. It’s location gives off a cool industrial vibe, yet maintaining …show more content…
In the midst of a re-branding, Bayhawk is becoming Evans Brewing Company. However, Bayhawk / Evans isn’t your typical brewery. There is no tasting room, no restaurant, and they are not open to the public (yet). In a controversial move, Bayhawk sells their award-winning brews to local restaurants. Then local restaurants re-label the beer and sell it as their own. As Bayhawk boasts, it might just be the greatest beer you never knew you drank. Evans Brewing Company has plans to open a tasting room and public house in the near
1. Backstreet Brewery
Originating in Irvine, Backstreet Brewery is one of the first craft breweries in Orange County. Backstreet’s microbrew became so favored they recently branched into craft beer bottling. While four of their favorite beers are now available bottled, Backstreet Brewery is best experienced in its original location inside of Lamppost Pizza. Laidback and friendly with a pub style atmosphere, Backstreet Brewery is the place to linger with friends, enjoy a premium pizza, a savor the brews.
Must-try beer: Tomahawk Double IPA, brewed with almost three pounds of hops per barrel.
2. TAPS Fish House & Brewery
Evocative beers with a nostalgic nod to old European brewing can be found at the exclusive TAPS Fish House & Brewery. A newcomer to Irvine, the TAPS is an upscale restaurant featuring both a formal dining room and a casual lounge area. Like it’s sister restaurant in Brea, the acclaim is in their fresh fish and seafood, but don’t overlook their award-winning brews. TAPS is perfect for a special night out or a celebratory brunch with family and friends.
Must-try beer: Remy’s Pappy, a Russian stout that has been aged in bourbon barrels.
3. Cismontane Brewing Company
Cismontane is a hidden gem, tucked back behind an auto parts store. It’s location gives off a cool industrial vibe, yet maintaining …show more content…
In the midst of a re-branding, Bayhawk is becoming Evans Brewing Company. However, Bayhawk / Evans isn’t your typical brewery. There is no tasting room, no restaurant, and they are not open to the public (yet). In a controversial move, Bayhawk sells their award-winning brews to local restaurants. Then local restaurants re-label the beer and sell it as their own. As Bayhawk boasts, it might just be the greatest beer you never knew you drank. Evans Brewing Company has plans to open a tasting room and public house in the near