Brewery Profile

Beachwood BBQ & Brewing

In a city with a busy, varied craft beer scene, this Long Beach stop stands out for pairing house-brewed beer with smoked barbecue rather than treating food as an afterthought. Walk in and the experience is built around that combination: taps focused on fresh, carefully made beer, a menu shaped by barbecue traditions, and a casual Southern California pace that still feels serious about flavor. Since opening in 2011, Beachwood BBQ & Brewing has been associated with precise West Coast IPAs and rich barrel-aged stouts, two styles that reflect both the brewery’s technical side and the tastes of Southern California beer drinkers. The atmosphere is approachable rather than formal, with the kind of setting where visitors can settle in for a full meal, compare pours, and get a feel for Long Beach’s mix of neighborhood beer culture and destination brewing.

Travelers exploring breweries in this part of California often look for hop-forward beers, clean fermentation, rotating taps, and occasional stronger or barrel-aged releases. Beachwood fits that itinerary neatly. A West Coast IPA here connects to one of the region’s defining beer traditions: bright hop aroma, firm bitterness, and a dry finish designed for repeat tasting rather than excess sweetness. Barrel-aged stouts offer a different side of the program, showing the darker, slower, more layered end of craft brewing. The barbecue element also shapes the visit, because smoked meats and bold beers can be considered together rather than ordered separately. For visitors moving through Long Beach, Los Angeles, or Orange County breweries, the appeal is not just another tasting room stop, but a place where beer styles associated with the region are presented in a full-service, food-centered context.

For planning purposes, treat the taproom as the place to confirm the day’s pours, current food offerings, seating flow, and any special releases. Beer lists at breweries can change quickly, especially when IPAs, seasonal batches, or barrel-aged beers are involved, so asking what is freshest or what pairs well with barbecue is usually worthwhile. The visit works for both beer-focused travelers and mixed groups because the smoked food gives non-tasting companions a clear reason to linger. As with many urban Southern California breweries and brewpubs, timing can affect the feel of the room: earlier visits may be better for a relaxed meal, while busier periods are more social and energetic. Anyone building a Long Beach beer route can use Beachwood BBQ & Brewing as a substantial stop rather than a quick flight-only visit.

Hailing from Long Beach, California, Beachwood BBQ & Brewing masterfully blends award-winning craft beer with authentic smoked barbecue. Since 2011, they have carved a reputation for meticulous West Coast IPAs and complex barrel-aged stouts, proving that serious brewing can thrive alongside laid-back SoCal vibes. It’s a destination where flavor innovation meets approachable hospitality.

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210 E 3rd St Ste A, Long Beach, California, 90802-3197

Phone: 5624364020

Website: http://www.beachwoodbbq.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Beachwood BBQ & Brewing located?
Beachwood BBQ & Brewing is located at 210 E 3rd St Ste A, Long Beach, California, 90802-3197. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Beachwood BBQ & Brewing's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 5624364020 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Beachwood BBQ & Brewing?
Visit http://www.beachwoodbbq.com 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.