Sacramento
Bustling with activity, this brewpub has 22 rotating taps of excellent draft beer. Playful variations of hoppy IPAs are the specialty, but it does lighter…
Must-see nightlife in Sacramento & the Central Valley
Sacramento
Formerly known as Sactown Union, Tower does a variety of different styles, but the crisp, refreshing Gemini Project steals the show. Nestled in a former…
San Joaquin Valley
Housed in a cavernous, sleekly renovated industrial space, this brewpub is a welcome newcomer to Bakersfield's nightlife. It serves quality flatbreads…
Sacramento
Everyone likes bikes, everyone likes dogs – thus, a concept was born. Bike Dog welcomes you with a bright, cheery interior that reflects the zing of their…
Sacramento
With exposed brick walls and large communal tables, this is the most casually welcoming microbrewery in Sac. It's kid-friendly, dog-friendly and…
San Joaquin Valley
An excellent hub for local rafting guides and outdoor types, this brewery has a rotation of excellent seasonal beers. The Isabella Blonde is light and…
Sacramento
Set in Sacramento's urban sprawl is this little gem of a brewery that's highly regarded among the town's other brewers. The small taproom boasts fun…
San Joaquin Valley
Craft beer nerds should go out of their way for a snifter at this exceptional small brewery. It specializes in adventurous sour beers, but has something…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Situated inside a local specialty food spot called Enjoy The Store, this young craft brewery (Red Bluff's first!) pours floral IPAs and a delicious Dark…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
This welcome upstart microbrew has a fantastic flight of crisp, hoppy beer made from local ingredients. Get a taster of four 5oz sips for $7. The list is…
Sacramento
A surprisingly inviting brewery holed away in a converted industrial space, Track 7 loves playful experimentation. While the Hazy Panic IPA is a perennial…
Sacramento
The sunny patio of this corner beer bar overlooks Fremont Park, making it a perfect place for a pint of Belgian ale and bite of tapas. Inside, Karma…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
This spacious brick building with adjoining big beer garden isn't only the most reliable scene in Chico – it's an institution. The walls are loaded with…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
This mellow beer hall and shop stocks 650 varieties of craft beer, bottled and on tap, import and brewed down the block. Pull any bottle from the back, or…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
With excellent coffee, mellow music and a choice selection of beer on tap, this inviting downtown cafe is perfect for an easygoing morning.
San Joaquin Valley
This haven for serious beer drinkers has an excellent and often-updated rotation of taps and a huge selection of bottles.
Sacramento
Down an alley in a yellow Victorian, stiff drinks go for less than $5. Personal space is nil in this rowdy dive. Start here before touring the four-block…
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Framed photos of local legends and sports heroes clutter the walls of this friendly, casual Red Bluff watering hole. Take your pint out to the big porch…
San Joaquin Valley
Exposed brick and a glittering wall of bottles make this the most elegant option on the block. It has a full menu of upscale pub food and Sunday brunch…
Sacramento
A wide selection of California and European reds and a refined bistro menu make this a favorite for young professionals on the prowl.
Sacramento
This friendly dive stands out from Sac’s many workaday joints with its huge beer selection, tall pours and 1980s-loaded jukebox.
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Our favorite of Oroville's no-frills watering holes serves very cold beer and spicy Bloody Marys and has a shuffleboard table.
Sacramento
Hip young patrons nurse organic free-trade coffee and chai morning to night in this steel and concrete space.
San Joaquin Valley
Campy decor, friendly bartenders and an indoor fire pit give this gay hangout lots of cozy atmosphere.
Sacramento & the Central Valley
The house specializes in 31 variations of Long Island iced teas (most of which are around $3), so brace yourself. The only way to take in alcohol any…
San Joaquin Valley
Patrons sip colorful cocktails while bathed in blue neon at this (almost) swanky lounge. When the Giants are on, it takes on the vibe of a (almost) swanky…
