Brewery Profile

Artifex Brewing Company

At the southern tip of Orange County, San Clemente’s beer scene is shaped by beach traffic, local regulars, and visitors moving between the coast, downtown, and nearby surf spots. Artifex Brewing Company fits into that setting as a local craft brewery with more than one way to visit in town: the original brewery and a tasting room in historic downtown San Clemente. A first-time visitor should expect the focus to be on the beer itself, with the tap list serving as the main guide to what is available that day. The setting is suited to a casual stop with friends rather than a formal dining experience, and it gives travelers a chance to sample beer made by a brewery rooted in this part of coastal Orange County.

Travelers in this region often look for stops that match the pace of a Southern California beach trip: relaxed, flexible, and easy to add before or after time near the water or downtown. A brewery visit here fits that pattern because it does not require a special occasion; it can be a short tasting-room visit, a longer hangout, or part of a broader day exploring San Clemente. Since specific house styles and beer names are not fixed in the available information, the best approach is to arrive open to the day’s pours rather than planning around a particular flagship. The brewery’s identity is tied to handcrafted beer and quality-focused production, and its presence now extends beyond San Clemente to an outpost in Oceanside.

For practical planning, choose the San Clemente location that best fits your route: the original brewery if you want to visit the brewery setting, or the historic downtown tasting room if you are already exploring that part of town. Details such as food service, patio seating, reservations, live music, family policies, dog policies, and current hours are not specified here, so they should be checked directly before going. The taproom is also the place to confirm the day’s pours, draft availability, and any packaged beer to take away. Visitors making a coastal beer itinerary can treat Artifex as a San Clemente anchor, with the option to look for its Oceanside outpost if their trip continues farther south.

Basking in the coastal glow of San Clemente, Artifex Brewing Company crafts exceptional beers born from a labor of love at the southern tip of Orange County. Whether you visit their original brewery or the historic downtown San Clemente tasting room, you can unwind with friends and savor their handcrafted brews designed to delight the senses. They invite enthusiasts to experience their dedication to quality, spanning locations from their beachside roots to their newest outpost in Oceanside.

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919 Calle Amanecer Ste A, San Clemente, California, 92673-6298

Phone: 9494297805

Website: https://artifex.beer/

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Artifex Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at Artifex Brewing Company

Artifex Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes West Coast Double IPA, Mexican Lager, and Sour. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Mario Pizza Maker

    Jul 3, 2026

    Mario Pizza Maker food pop-up at Artifex Brewing Company’s Brewery & Tasting Room.

  • Live Music Saturday

    Jul 3, 2026

    Enjoy live tunes every Saturday at Artifex Brewery along with your favorite brews. Perfect way to spend the weekend with friends and great music.

  • Live Music with Yeggi & Steve

    Jul 4, 2026

    Enjoy local craft beer and acoustic pop soul music by Yeggi & Steve at Artifex Brewery, Saturday at 3:30 PM. Great tunes and fresh beers to kick off your weekend!

  • Tacos El Tiburon

    Jul 5, 2026

    Tacos El Tiburon food truck/pop-up at Artifex Brewing Company’s Brewery & Tasting Room.

  • Weekly Cruise Bingo Night

    Jul 7, 2026

    Set sail with us every Wednesday at 7 PM at Artifex Brewery in San Clemente for Cruise Bingo with host Lexi Ginn. Arrive early for bites from Lindfors Farms starting at 4 PM.

  • Lindfors Farms

    Jul 8, 2026

    Lindfors Farms food pop-up at Artifex Brewing Company’s Brewery & Tasting Room.

  • Mario Pizza Maker

    Jul 9, 2026

    Mario Pizza Maker food pop-up at Artifex Brewing Company’s Brewery & Tasting Room.

  • Oven Kisses

    Jul 10, 2026

    Oven Kisses food pop-up at Artifex Brewing Company’s Brewery & Tasting Room.

  • Area 51

    Jul 11, 2026

    Area 51 food truck/pop-up listed on Artifex Brewing Company’s food truck schedule.

  • Modern Calligraphy Fun with Sip & ScriptⓇ

    Jul 14, 2026

    Join us at Artifex Brewing Company in San Clemente, CA for a modern calligraphy workshop. Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you’ll be…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Artifex Brewing Company located?
Artifex Brewing Company is located at 919 Calle Amanecer Ste A, San Clemente, California, 92673-6298. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Artifex Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 9494297805 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Artifex Brewing Company?
Visit https://artifex.beer/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.