Brewery Profile

Los Angeles Ale Works

In Hawthorne, visitors encounter Los Angeles Ale Works as both a working production facility and a taproom, giving it a clear role in the South Bay craft beer circuit. The Hawthorne site is the brewery’s primary base, so the experience is centered on drinking close to where the beer is made rather than visiting a satellite bar. Its family-friendly taproom makes it accessible for mixed-age groups, weekend meetups, and travelers building a casual South Bay stop into a wider Los Angeles itinerary. The brewery is also tied to a smaller Culver City outpost on the Westside, which is set up differently: more intimate, curated, and 21+, giving visitors two distinct ways to experience the same brewery depending on where they are staying or exploring.

Travelers drinking beer in greater Los Angeles often look for variety: something fresh from the source, a tap list that can show range, and a setting that works without requiring a formal meal reservation. A stop here fits that pattern because Los Angeles Ale Works is known for fresh, innovative brews and a taproom format that lets visitors sample what is currently available. The brewery’s South Bay identity also matters. Hawthorne sits in a part of the county where craft beer stops can be combined with beach-area plans, airport-area stays, or drives between neighborhoods that are not always connected by a single downtown-style beer district. For visitors comparing different Los Angeles beer experiences, the Hawthorne taproom offers the production-side version, while Culver City serves people looking for a more adult-focused Westside stop.

Practical planning is straightforward but worth checking the day of your visit. The Hawthorne taproom is the place to confirm current pours, hours, food truck schedules, and any age-related policies for specific events, even though the regular taproom is described as family-friendly. Food is commonly handled through rotating local food trucks, so the meal option can change from visit to visit. The Culver City location should be treated as a separate experience because it is 21+ and more curated, which may make it better for a smaller group or a drinks-focused stop. If you are choosing between the two, start with geography and group needs: Hawthorne for the primary production facility and family-friendly setting, Culver City for an adults-only Westside visit.

Los Angeles Ale Works anchors the South Bay craft scene with its primary production facility and family-friendly taproom in Hawthorne. For those exploring the Westside, their intimate Culver City location offers a curated, 21+ experience. Stop by either spot to sample their fresh, innovative brews, often paired perfectly with rotating local food truck fare.

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12918 Cerise Ave, Hawthorne, California, 90250-5521

Phone: 4244564191

Website: http://www.laaleworks.com

Hours: HOURS & LOCATION INFO (for Hawthorne) HOURS & LOCATION INFO (for Culver City)

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Los Angeles Ale Works.

Beer Styles at Los Angeles Ale Works

Los Angeles Ale Works brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Pale Ale, and WC IPA. 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 Los Angeles Ale Works located?
Los Angeles Ale Works is located at 12918 Cerise Ave, Hawthorne, California, 90250-5521. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Los Angeles Ale Works's hours?
Current hours are: HOURS & LOCATION INFO (for Hawthorne) HOURS & LOCATION INFO (for Culver City). Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Los Angeles Ale Works?
Visit http://www.laaleworks.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.