Brewery Profile

Santa Monica Brew Works

In a city more often associated with the beach, shopping districts, and the wider Los Angeles food scene than with brewery-hopping, Santa Monica Brew Works has a clear local role: it is identified as Santa Monica’s first and only independent craft brewery. A visitor should expect a brewery taproom rather than a remote production label, with the experience centered on drinking beer close to where the brand presents its coastal identity. The brewery describes its approach as “Beach Brewed,” which sets a casual tone: bright, refreshing beer tied to Santa Monica’s oceanfront setting. For travelers, the appeal is partly geographic. This is a way to add a local beer stop to a day otherwise built around the pier, the beach, nearby restaurants, or exploring the Westside.

Coastal Southern California beer visits often lean toward easy-drinking choices that suit warm weather, afternoon stops, and meals with friends, while still giving curious drinkers a sense of the local craft scene. Visitors may be looking for crisp, lighter pours, hop-forward West Coast-inspired beers, or other refreshing styles common in the region; the taproom is the right place to see what is actually available that day. Santa Monica Brew Works’ known identity fits that travel pattern because it frames its beers around brightness, refreshment, and the feel of SoCal living rather than a formal or destination-only tasting format. It can work as a first stop before dinner, a break from the beach, or a relaxed addition to a longer Los Angeles beer itinerary.

Because specific amenities, food arrangements, hours, and the current tap list are not established here, plan to check the brewery’s own channels before going. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, ask what is freshest, and find out whether any seasonal or limited beers are being served. Travelers should also confirm practical details such as parking, seating, service style, and whether outside food, reservations, events, or family- and dog-friendly policies apply on the day of the visit. What is clear is the basic reason to stop: this is Santa Monica’s independent craft brewery, presenting beer through the lens of its coastal home. For visitors who want a local drink rather than a generic bar stop, it offers a direct connection to the city’s small but distinct beer presence.

Santa Monica Brew Works is the definitive taste of the California coast, proudly holding the title as Santa Monica’s first and only independent craft brewery. Embracing the "Beach Brewed" lifestyle, their beers are bright, refreshing, and deeply inspired by the sun-drenched spirit of their oceanfront home. Stop by their local taproom to sip on a true taste of SoCal living.

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1920 Colorado Ave Ste C, Santa Monica, California, 90404-3414

Website: http://www.santamonicabrewworks.com

Hours: SUN 12/21: Noon - 7 pm MON: Noon - 11 pm TUE: Noon - 11 pm WED 12/24: Noon - 9 pm THU 12/25: Closed FRI: Noon - 12 am SAT: Noon - 12 am. Happy Hour: Weekdays until 5PM. Outdoor Seating: Sat/Sun at Noon, Weekdays 5PM. 21+ after 8 pm · No Outside Food or Drink · ID Required. 'LATE-NITE BITES' Food Menu Fri & Sat 9 pm - Close. CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY. LOCATED JUST 2 BLOCKS FROM THE 17TH ST/SMC EXPO METRO LINE STOP AT THE CORNER OF COLORADO & 20TH STREET.

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Santa Monica Brew Works.

Beer Styles at Santa Monica Brew Works

Santa Monica Brew Works brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Blonde Ale, West Coast-style IPA, Belgian-style wheat ale, West Coast-style pilsner, Juicy Double IPA, Golden Chocolate Porter, Pale Ale, Shandy (Blonde Ale blend), and Sour Ale. 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 Santa Monica Brew Works located?
Santa Monica Brew Works is located at 1920 Colorado Ave Ste C, Santa Monica, California, 90404-3414. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Santa Monica Brew Works's hours?
Current hours are: SUN 12/21: Noon - 7 pm MON: Noon - 11 pm TUE: Noon - 11 pm WED 12/24: Noon - 9 pm THU 12/25: Closed FRI: Noon - 12 am SAT: Noon - 12 am. Happy Hour: Weekdays until 5PM. Outdoor Seating: Sat/Sun at Noon, Weekdays 5PM. 21+ after 8 pm · No Outside Food or Drink · ID Required. 'LATE-NITE BITES' Food Menu Fri & Sat 9 pm - Close. CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY. LOCATED JUST 2 BLOCKS FROM THE 17TH ST/SMC EXPO METRO LINE STOP AT THE CORNER OF COLORADO & 20TH STREET.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Santa Monica Brew Works?
Visit http://www.santamonicabrewworks.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.