Brewery Profile

San Pedro Brewing Co

In a Los Angeles beer scene that has changed sharply since the late 1990s, this San Pedro brewpub stands out for its longevity. Open since 1999, it belongs to an earlier generation of local craft beer spots, when a brewery visit often meant sitting down for a pint and a full meal rather than moving through a tasting flight in an industrial taproom. A visitor should expect the brewpub format: house-brewed ales and lagers served alongside hearty pub fare, with the port-town setting shaping the feel of the stop. Longshoreman Pilsner is the best-known beer named in its lineup, and the broader appeal is the chance to drink at one of the older operating brewpubs in the Los Angeles area.

Travelers spending time around San Pedro often look for a coastal Southern California experience that does not feel detached from the working waterfront. A stop here fits that pattern because it ties beer, food, and the local setting together in a straightforward way. Rather than focusing only on experimental releases, the brewery is known for fresh house beers in familiar ale and lager styles, which suits visitors who want something approachable after time near the harbor, along the coast, or elsewhere in the South Bay and Los Angeles waterfront area. The food side also matters: pub fare and local seafood make it a practical stop for people who want lunch or dinner with their beer instead of a quick tasting-room visit.

For planning, treat it as a brewpub visit with food, beer, and patio seating among the known draws. The patio is the place to aim for if the weather is good and you want to take advantage of San Pedro’s coastal light and mild climate. If a specific beer is important to you, including Longshoreman Pilsner, confirm the day’s pours when you arrive, since tap lists can vary at breweries. The same common-sense approach applies to meals: expect hearty pub fare and seafood options, but check the current menu on site for what is available that day. Because details such as hours, reservations, parking, and special events are not provided here, verify those directly before making a dedicated trip.

Nestled in the historic port town of San Pedro, this long-standing brewpub has been a cornerstone of the Los Angeles craft scene since 1999. San Pedro Brewing Co. honors its coastal roots by serving up fresh, house-brewed ales and lagers—like the iconic Longshoreman Pilsner—alongside hearty pub fare and local seafood. It's the perfect spot to soak up the sun on the patio while enjoying a pint from one of LA's oldest operating brewpubs.

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331 W 6th St, San Pedro, California, 90731-3317

Phone: (310)-831-5663

Website: http://www.sanpedrobrewing.com

Hours: Sun - Thurs : 12PM-9PM Fri & Sat: 12PM-10PM (opening and closing times subject to change based on community events, private events, maintenance, and holidays)