Metro area
Within 13 miles of San Luis Obispo we track 12 breweries. 1 rates Exceptional and 4 rate Great. There Does Not Exist in San Luis Obispo leads the list at 4.60 (Exceptional).
Exceptional
A short list of extraordinary breweries worth planning a trip around.
Great
Consistently produce world-class beer.
Fine
Make genuinely good beer, if not the pint you will still be talking about next year.
Poor
Not bad beer so much as unremarkable beer.
Limited
Most craft beer drinkers pass these by.
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
There Does Not Exist produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #15 in California. They are most well known for "Psychic Advisor", which is an Imperial IPA and "Sowing the Sun", which is a Kölsch. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Arroyo Grande, California, United States
Great beer and food in the village of Arroyo Grande. Independently owned by two passionate brewers who strive to bring the best beer to this community. While working on a relatively small 5 BBL brewhouse with 4 fermentation vessels we churn out just enough beer to share with our town. The brewpub has a full kitchen with a staff that is as passionate about food as we are about beer. Plenty of choices for all appetites guaranteed to fill that void in your belly!
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Liquid Gravity Brewing Company is an independent, family owned and operated brewery in San Luis Obispo, California. We have a passion for daringly fearless, fresh, and flavorful beer. We pour our hearts into everything we do and are honored to share our passion with you!
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Central Coast Brewing (CCB) is proud to call San Luis Obispo, CA home. With two locations, CCB is sure you fit the needs of any beer lover. Join us and enjoy some of our award-winning food and beers.
Morro Bay, California, United States
Libertine Brewing Company was founded in 2012 on the premise of bringing the best beer selection to the Central Coast, while brewing unique beers and products to compliment. With a strong emphasis on tradition while still being authentic to our region, we have grown from a small brewpub on the water in Morro Bay, to a 9000 square foot production and tasting facility on the edge of downtown San Luis Obispo. All of our Wild Ales are brewed and then transferred into an open-top coolship overnight, which allows the local wild yeasts of our area time to naturally fall in and start the fermentation process, giving our beers a true Central Coast Terroir.
Pismo Beach, California, United States
Grover Beach, California, United States
Family owned & operated Microbrewery on the Central Coast of CA. Come in thirsty and hit the road happy! Serving wood-fired pizza's, soft pretzels, jalepeno poppers! Dogs allowed on our large patio. "Reapin' The Benefits of Great Craft Beer!" Growlers, stickers, t-shirts, beanies, hats, polo shirts and gift certificates available too!
Morro Bay, California, United States
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Antigua Brewing is an award-winning, family-owned San Luis brewery committed to making great craft beer. Most of our beers are made with hops grown right here in SLO on our own family hop farm. Our downtown taproom features a full kitchen serving great, house-made food that pairs perfectly with our fresh, local, uniquely delicious beer. Antigua means amazing beer, great food, family, friends, and fun.
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Oak and Otter Brewery Company is located in San Luis Obispo in the heart of the California Central Coast. We are passionate about well-made, craft beer. In our small batch taproom, you will find a variety of traditional styles as well as innovated new twists. Our tasting room provides a relaxing community hangout spot where all are welcome. Embrace your inner otter, sit back, and enjoy a local brew. You bring the good people, we will supply the good beer. We host a variety of events to pair with your beer experience. Throughout the week, you can find local bands, trivia, open mic night, and others. Check our event calendar for details. Head Brewer, Dylan Roddick began home brewing beer in his kitchen nearly ten years ago. Hundreds of batches later, and numerous homebrewing competition medals (including Best in Show at the Mid State Fair in 2017), he is excited to share his brews with people of the Central Coast.
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
SLO Brew opened its doors in 1988 and has remained one of California’s longest standing brew pubs. Our hand-crafted micro brews, quality dining, and world-class entertainment has made SLO Brew a pivotal component of the Central Coast.
Pismo Beach, California, United States
Pismo Brewing Company produce's not great quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Bootlegger Blonde Ale", which is a Blonde Ale and "Roadster Red Ale", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Ales and IPAs.
