Brewery Profile

Five Suns Brewing

On Main Street in downtown Martinez, Five Suns Brewing gives visitors a locally rooted stop in the city’s craft beer scene. Its identity comes from five lifelong friends raised in Martinez who built the brewery from the ground up, including renovating the downtown space that now serves as its public home. A visitor walking in should expect a welcoming taproom where the central draw is the beer list and the connection to the surrounding community, rather than a destination built around a single flagship style. The brewery’s known lineup points to range, with options such as the crisp Valkyrie Blonde and the tropical OG Burst Orange Guava Wheat Ale showing two different ends of its approach.

Travelers in Contra Costa County often seek out breweries that are easy to fold into a downtown visit, especially places where the pours reflect a neighborhood rather than a broad regional chain feel. Five Suns fits that kind of stop: it offers a Martinez-based perspective on craft beer and a tap list meant to cover more than one mood. Someone looking for a lighter, straightforward beer can look toward a blonde ale, while visitors who enjoy fruit-forward wheat beers have a known option in the orange-guava wheat ale. For people exploring the East Bay beyond the larger beer corridors, the appeal is partly the chance to drink in a place tied directly to its city.

Because details such as food service, outdoor seating, events, reservations, and family or pet policies are not established here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and current visit information. Check the brewery’s own channels before going if timing or specific amenities matter. The most grounded plan is to treat Five Suns as a downtown Martinez taproom visit: stop in, review the current board, ask what is pouring fresh, and choose from the range available that day. Its Main Street setting makes it a practical addition to time spent in Martinez, especially for visitors who want a local beer stop without needing a long explanation of the brewery’s purpose.

Born from a shared passion among five lifelong friends raised in Martinez, Five Suns Brewing is a true local institution dedicated to community and craft. After years of building their dream from the ground up—literally renovating their downtown space—they offer a refreshingly diverse tap list that ranges from the crisp Valkyrie Blonde to the tropical OG Burst Orange Guava Wheat Ale. Stop by their welcoming Main Street location for a taste of Contra Costa County's finest, where variety truly is the spice of life.

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701 Escobar St Ste C, Martinez, California, 94553

Phone: (925) 957-6706

Website: http://www.fivesunsbrewing.com

Hours: Monday: 3pm - 8pm, Tuesday: 3pm - 8pm, Wednesday: 3pm - 8pm, Thursday: 3pm - 8pm, Friday: 12pm-9pm, Saturday: 11am-9pm, Sunday: 11am-8pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Five Suns Brewing.

Beer Styles at Five Suns Brewing

Five Suns Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Blonde Ale, IPA, Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Orange Guava Wheat Ale, Double IPA, and Stout. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Five Suns Brewing located?
Five Suns Brewing is located at 701 Escobar St Ste C, Martinez, California, 94553. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Five Suns Brewing's hours?
Current hours are: Monday: 3pm - 8pm, Tuesday: 3pm - 8pm, Wednesday: 3pm - 8pm, Thursday: 3pm - 8pm, Friday: 12pm-9pm, Saturday: 11am-9pm, Sunday: 11am-8pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Five Suns Brewing?
Visit http://www.fivesunsbrewing.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.