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Beer Boom: Circa Spills the Suds on DTLA’s Craft Brewery Scene

The craft beer craze has taken Los Angeles by storm, and DTLA has played a key role in our local brewery boom. Thanks to the success of pioneers such as Angel City Brewing, Arts District Brewing Company, Highland Park Brewery, and Boomtown Brewery, downtown has become a magnet for entrepreneurial brewers from around the Southland and beyond, who are attracted to DTLA’s creative atmosphere and suds-loving clientele. In every corner of downtown, from Chinatown to the Arts District, South Park, and more, you’ll find microbreweries, beer gardens, and industrial-cool taprooms serving great lagers, awesome ales, sumptuous stouts, and hoppy IPAs. A chilled brew is the perfect summer thirst quencher. So let’s hoist a cold one in DTLA!

Audio Graph Beer Co craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Audio Graph Beer Co. 1203 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Located in South Park, near Crypto.com and the Convention Center, Audio Graph Beer is just a hop away from Circa. These passionate brewmasters take pride in crafting award-winning beers, embodying the precision of audio engineering fused with the seasoned craftsmanship of a dedicated brewer—a true autograph of exceptional quality and unwavering commitment to the craft. The brewery’s goal is to be a cheerful gathering place for the community, serving locals and visitors alike. And it’s pet-friendly!

Angel City Brewery craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Angel City Brewery 216 S Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In a city known more for its glitz than its grit, Angel City Brewery is proud to rough things up a bit and work beneath the shiny surface. Their home in the Los Angeles Arts District is both brewery and canvas, the center of a revival for the city’s artists, musicians, hustlers, and craftspeople. From monthly gallery showcases to can art collaborations, since 2016 they’ve worked with Art Share L.A. to give local artists a platform and to be paid fairly for their work. Purchasing outside food from local restaurants is encouraged, and Angel City has an eclectic schedule of food trucks pulling up daily.

Boomtown Brewery craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Boomtown Brewery 700 Jackson St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In the mid-1800s, the boomtowns of California were points of convergence for those lured by potential riches and discovery. Today, Los Angeles maintains a similar allure for those who move here every year to pursue their dreams. Located in DTLA’s Arts District, Boomtown Brewery aspires to speak to that audience by serving as a venue and showcase for artists and galleries. Boomtown Brewery crafts old world, unfiltered, full flavored beers with integrity and quality ingredients sourced from vendors and farmers who align with their principles, honoring time tested methods and embracing classic styles of beer that have contributed to our shared brew culture.

Highland Park Brewery craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Highland Park Brewery 1220 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

From their original space in Highland Park as a production-only facility, Highland Park Brewery has expanded into Chinatown, housing their first tasting room. Highland Park Brewery has a simple goal of making excellent beer in Los Angeles. Their journey in beer focuses on good people, discovery, adventure, and, quite simply, fun. Their world of fresh hoppy beers, crisp lagers, bold stouts, and adventurous mixed culture fermentation is accompanied by unique processes, wacky microbes, and local ingredients.

Arts District Brewing Company craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Arts District Brewing Company 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District Brewing Company opened December 2015 in Downtown LA’s historic Arts District. With a 15-barrel brewhouse that produces an average of 2,100 barrels each year, their brewers craft a variety of beer styles ranging from wheat ales to stouts to IPAs. Beers on tap are brewed on-site by their award-winning team. The hearty food menu offers a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fires, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. Arts District Brewing also offers beer to-go, including Crowlers™, 6-packs, and limited edition bottles from their barrel-aging program.

Homage Brewing craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Homage Brewing 1219 N Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Pomona-based Homage Brewing opened a taproom near Highland Park Brewery in 2021. The establishment is inspired by the many breweries, musicians, and artists who push forward, by taking risks and experimenting to help keep our world innovative. Beer is their passion, and their hand-crafted ales are an homage and direct representation of their contribution to the on-going pursuit of creating meaningful art that defines a generation. To enhance your drinking experience, Homage serves a beer-friendly menu of burgers, fish tacos, chicken wings, sandwiches, and salads.

Arrow Lodge Brewing Co craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Arrow Lodge Brewing 950 E 3rd St. Unit 1A, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Another newcomer to the scene, Covina-based Arrow Lodge Brewing opened a taproom in the Arts District in 2022. Owned and operated by a cast of characters, Victor, Andy and Elias’s objective is to make our community proud while creating a unique beer drinking experience, always staying true to the craft one batch at a time. At Arrow Lodge, they understand the importance of not only making great beer, but also providing a beautiful and relaxing space to enjoy it. The tasting room combines an old world feel with a touch of modern that makes for a warm and welcoming lodge environment. Pictured: Head Brewer Nick Pellegrino

Native Son LA craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Native Son LA 832 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90014

Continuing the trend to settle in DTLA, Santa Ana brewery Native Son recently took over the Modern Times Dankness Dojo space in South Park. With craft beer as their roots, Native Son’s owners felt they could not pass up on the opportunity to expand into their new Downtown location, noting that they have always loved the atmosphere and feel of the Dojo and wanted to preserve its unique style. Join them for house-brewed beers, creative seltzers, and unique seltzer cocktails. Specials include daily Happy Hour, Weekend Brunch, and Downtown Events.

Creature Comforts Brewing Co craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Creature Comforts Brewing Co. 1124 San Julian St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

In 2023, Georgia brewer Creature Comforts Brewing Co. expanded into LA with a downtown operation located in the bustling City Market South community. Founded in 2014, Creature Comforts is a purpose-driven, B-Corp certified craft brewery based in Athens, Georgia. With a mission rooted in human connection, they are committed to giving back to both the local and craft beer communities. Impact initiatives range from their sustainability efforts, which recently led to TRUE Zero Waste certification, to impact programs including Get Comfortable and Brew for One, and their industry support through partnerships with the Giving Kitchen and involvement in the Brewers Association.

Karl Strauss Brewing Company craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Karl Strauss Brewing Company 600 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Karl Strauss Brewing Company is a San Diego-based chain with an interesting story. Born in 1912 in Minden, Germany, Karl Strauss was immersed in the brewing world from an early age, playing among beer barrels and hops at his father’s brewery. He attended the Technical University of Munich-Weihenstephan and earned a Master Brewing certification at age 19. After emigrating to America in 1939, he embarked on a consulting career. Flash forward to 1986, when San Diego was void of the thriving beer scene it has today. Chris Cramer (Karl’s cousin) and college buddy Matt Rattner dreamed of bringing local, handcrafted beer back to San Diego. With the help of Brewmaster Karl Strauss himself, in 1989 the first Karl Strauss Brewing Company opened in downtown San Diego. Today, Karl Strauss Brewing Company has nine locations. The DTLA outpost is a popular happy hour spot, serving American bar food with a gourmet twist, alongside house-brewed craft ales.

Photo Credits:

Photo #1: Arts District Brewing Company

Photo #2: Audio Graph Beer Co.

Photo #3: Angel City Brewery

Photo #4: Boomtown Brewery

Photo #5: Highland Park Brewery

Photo #6: Arts District Brewing Company

Photo #7: Homage Brewing

Photo #8: Arrow Lodge Brewing

Photo #9: Native Son LA

Photo #10: Creature Comforts Brewing Co.

Photo #11: Karl Strauss Brewing Company

Game On: 9 Fun Ways to Play in LA

LA is full of surprises! From games and arcades to experiential entertainment, there’s always something new to discover. Did you know that some of your favorite bars and breweries host game nights? Or gather your friends to shoot some pool, book a bowling night in Little Tokyo, or get immersed in a futuristic escape room. No matter how you choose to play, you’ll always find a fun way when you make Circa your home!

Lucky Strike LA Live near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Lucky Strike LA Live 800 W Olympic Blvd. Ste. 250, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Nestled just steps away from the Crypto.com Arena, Lucky Strike LA Live is the perfect place to roll a few frames, shoot some pool, and enjoy delicious cocktails and tasty bites. Featuring 18 premium lanes, tons of screens to catch all the big games, and plenty of tasty cuisine to fuel your fun, there’s no shortage of activities to enjoy. Check out the luxury suite that offers a private setting with four lanes, two billiards tables, and a private bar.

Angel City Brewery near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Angel City Brewery 216 S Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

You’ll find games galore at the spacious Angel City Brewery. Just walk to the back and locate the shelves behind the stairwell. There you’ll find many classic and nostalgic games, including Candy Land, Sorry, Clue, Uno, Taboo and dominoes. Every Tuesday celebrate all things “T” with tacos and trivia..Downtown Taco Co. will be serving up their grilled tacos, and you can exercise your brains with trivia from King Trivia. Gameplay is free. Check their website to see the current beer selection.

Rhythm Room L.A. near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Rhythm Room L.A. 206 W 6th St. BSMT, Los Angeles, CA 90014

Located in the basement of the Hayward Manor Apartments, Rhythm Room L.A. is an underground speakeasy bar & lounge offering a slew of games including chess, checkers, board games, darts, pool, foosball and more, along with regular live jazz performances. The Rhythm Room name was inspired by a turn of the century underground jazz speakeasy located in what is still today the heart of DTLA. The revival of Rhythm Room at the Hotel Hayward channels the same spirit from the 1940s – simply a great local joint where friends can congregate, catch up over light bites, and enjoy a drink or two.

Two Bit Circus near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Two Bit Circus 634 Mateo St. Los Angeles, CA 90021

The world’s first Micro-Amusement Park™, Two Bit Circus is an experiential entertainment company showcasing the future of fun and bringing people together through VR, escape rooms, re-imagined arcade games, immersive theater, and other new forms of entertainment. Get your whole body into the action with high-tech updates to Midway-style games. Pop balloons, race trains, and even demolish a building or two. Then fuel up at the Box Car cafe, because playing games is hard work!

Arts District Brewing Company near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Arts District Brewing Company 828 Traction Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90013

If you’re ready for a lively game of Skee-Ball, then head on out to Arts District Brewing Company, where you’ll find an arcade with several lanes to enjoy this classic alley roller game. Play a couple of rounds while you enjoy a drink before or after you sit down for a meal. With a full bar of offerings, folks can enjoy a rotating selection of 30 craft beers, cocktails, and wine. INSIDER TIP: Be on the lookout for events like Free Skee Mondays and Taco Tuesday.

EightyTwo nightlife destination near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

EightyTwo 707 E 4th Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Part vintage arcade, part lounge venue, part nightlife destination, and part communal retail and recreational space, EightyTwo features over 55 vintage pinball and arcade machines, a full bar with 10 draft beers and seasonal craft cocktails, 3000 square feet of outdoor green patio space, and a listening bar with a full-time DJ program. Entry is always free of charge and on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are not required.

XLanes LA near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

XLanes LA 333 Alameda St. Los Angeles 90013

Located on the third floor of the Little Tokyo Galleria, XLanes offers over 50,000 square feet of fun including 30 bowling lanes, over 80 arcade games, billiards tables, a full bar, restaurant, and karaoke. Explore, entertain, and take your party to the next level.

The Spare Room at Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

The Spare Room Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel 7000 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028

The Spare Room is a luxe gaming parlor and cocktail lounge located in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Complete with two vintage bowling lanes and some unexpected touches, it is a place built on social interaction that brings groups together by their passion for innovative cocktails, music, design, and the camaraderie of gaming. The bar has a collection of more than 15 high-end, high-quality, classic games like Monopoly, backgammon, Connect 4 and Scrabble. Before you go, check the website to make sure the venue is not hosting a private event.

Hometown Brew Haus near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Homebound Brew Haus Union Station 800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Homebound is a raucous Dodger-loving Brew Haus and beer garden stashed away in LA’s Union Station. Watch live sports, shoot some pool, play a game of shuffleboard, and enjoy beer from their extensive tap list, along with a full bar and tasty menu including brats, specialty sausages, burgers, pretzels, and shareable bites.

Photo Credits:

Photo #1: Rhythm Room L.A.

Photo #2: Lucky Strike LA Live

Photo #3: Angel City Brewery

Photo #4: Rhythm Room L.A.

Photo #5: Two Bit Circus

Photo #6: Arts District Brewing Company

Photo #7: EightyTwo

Photo #8: XLanes LA

Photo #9: The Spare Room

Photo #10: Hometown Brew Haus

What’s Brewing: DTLA’s Craft Beer Destinations

Labor Day weekend is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than to gather your crew and go out for a cold brew! The craft beer craze has taken LA by storm, and thanks to the passion and dedication of brewers and suds lovers alike, our city is awash in microbreweries, beer gardens, and industrial-cool taprooms. From great lagers to awesome ales, sumptuous stouts, and hoppy IPAs, you’ll find it all near Circa. So put your work ethic aside and do your patriotic duty – commemorate Labor Day at a craft beer destination in DTLA. Check websites for hours and pick up/delivery options.

HiDef Brewing craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

HiDef Brewing 1203 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

An avid home brewer for the last decade, Trevor Ward decided to take it to the next level and open his own brewery. A former guitar shredder turned music audio engineer, Trevor made a name for himself tracking and mixing records for many of the San Francisco bay area’s rap luminaries of the 1990s amongst other acts. Having mastered well over 1000 film titles, tuning and designing countless mixing studio audio reproduction systems, Trevor decided that just wasn’t enough work on his plate and HiDef Brewing was born. The name Hidef and hophead headphones logo is a nod to his life experiences and passions.

Flying Embers Brewery & Social Club craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Flying Embers Brewery & Social Club 581 Industrial St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Flying Embers was born in Ojai, CA during a massive wildfire that threatened their homes and their brewery. A single ember could have been the end, but for them it was just the beginning. Today Flying Embers donates a portion of their proceeds to firefighters and first responders for their service to the community. Known for their bubbly hard kombucha in tasty fruity flavors, Flying Embers is located in DTLA’s Arts District with a taproom, brewing facility, and food truck pairings from Westside Banh Mi Thursday – Sunday, ranging from your favorite comfort foods to vegan-friendly dishes.

Boomtown Brewery 700 Jackson St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In the mid-1800s, the boomtowns of California were points of convergence for those lured by potential riches and discovery. Today, Los Angeles maintains a similar allure for those who move here every year to pursue their dreams. Located in DTLA’s Arts District, Boomtown Brewery aspires to speak to that audience by serving as a venue and showcase for artists and galleries. Local artists design many of Boomtown’s labels, as well as furnishings, fixtures, and structures. The taproom is a community space where people gather to enjoy beer, games, and express themselves creatively. Outdoor seating is available as well.

Arts District Brewing Company 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District Brewing Company opened December 2015 in Downtown LA’s historic Arts District. With a 15-barrel brewhouse that produces an average of 2,100 barrels each year, their brewers craft a variety of beer styles ranging from wheat ales to stouts to IPAs. Beers on tap are brewed on-site by their award-winning team. The hearty food menu presents a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fires, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. Arts District Brewing also offers beer to-go, including Crowlers™, 6-packs, and limited edition bottles from their barrel-aging program.

Frogtown Brewery craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Frogtown Brewery 2931 Gilroy St. Los Angeles, CA 90039

An independent craft brewery and tap room along the L.A. River, Frogtown Brewery was recently named one of the 50 Fastest Growing Breweries in the United States by the Brewers Association. Owned by long time friends and home brewers Adam and Mike, the pair had the crazy dream to one day open their own brewery. After many years of hard work and planning, they finally made Frogtown Brewery a reality. The brewery and taproom opened its doors in 2016 with a focus on creating quality handcrafted beers served in a comfortable space built for community connection and interaction.

Highland Park Brewery 1220 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Mumford Brewing craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Mumford Brewing 416 Boyd St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Located in DTLA’s Little Tokyo, Mumford Brewing is a microbrewery and tap room, serving a small offering of various snacks. Patrons are welcome to bring their own bites or order from nearby restaurants. The tap room offers draft on-site, cans, bottles and crowlers. All seating is first come, first served. The tap room is also available for private events.

Angel City Brewery 216 S Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In a city known more for its glitz than its grit, Angel City Brewery is proud to rough things up a bit and work beneath the shiny surface. Their home in the Los Angeles Arts District is both brewery and canvas, the center of a revival for the city’s artists, musicians, hustlers, and craftspeople. The establishment presents an ever-rotating selection of Angel City beer on tap. Pablo Romero, owner of Downtown Taco, has been serving up tacos at the brewery ever since they opened their doors in DTLA in 2013. There are also many other local eateries to order take out or delivery to the brewery.

Homebound Brew Haus craft beer near Circa residences in Downtown Los Angeles

Homebound Brew Haus Union Station 800 N Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Homebound is a raucous Dodger-loving Brew Haus and beer garden stashed away in LA’s Union Station. They like to consider themselves Los Angeles’s Clubhouse. All are welcome as long as you are brimming with hometown pride. In addition to a vast selection from their tap list, Homebound offers a full menu ranging from sharable bites to salads, burgers, and wursts. A curated collection of cocktails is also available.

Photo Credits:

Photo #1:Homebound Brew Haus

Photo #2: HiDef Brewing

Photo #3: Flying Embers Brewery & Social Club

Photo #4: Boomtown Brewery

Photo #5: Arts District Brewing Company

Photo #6: Frogtown Brewery

Photo #7: Highland Park Brewery

Photo #8: Mumford Brewing

Photo #9: Angel City Brewery

Photo #10: Homebound Brew Haus

Wineries & Breweries Now Open For Outdoor Dining

Great news – LA County recently updated their rules for outdoor dining, allowing wineries and breweries to open on site as long as food is served. Many of your favorite DTLA craft beer spots are owned by passionate entrepreneurs making topflight brews, from great lagers to awesome ales, sumptuous stouts, and hoppy IPAs. Did you know that family-owned San Antonio Winery, a downtown icon since 1917, has the distinction of being Los Angeles’ only working winery. With warmer weather on the horizon, now is the perfect time to support these local businesses, many just a short distance from Circa. Check websites for hours, reservations, safety guidelines, and pick up/delivery options.

Flying Embers Taproom near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Flying Embers Taproom 581 Industrial St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

The Arts District’s newest brewery, Flying Embers, was born in Ojai, CA during a massive wildfire that threatened their homes and their brewery. A single ember could have been the end, but for them it was just the beginning. Today Flying Embers donates a portion of their proceeds to firefighters and first responders for their service to the community. Known for their bubbly hard kombucha in tasty fruity flavors, Flying Embers is open with a taproom, a brewing facility, and a food menu from Downtown’s Comfort LA. Open for in-person dining Thursday – Sunday. Reservations are encouraged. Please limit your party to 6 people.

Arts District Brewing Co brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Arts District Brewing Co. 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Open now with limited hours, Arts District Brewing Co. has transformed its parking lot into a full-fledged outdoor beer garden. Choose from their curated craft beer list, which is updated on a regular basis. The hearty food menu offers a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fires, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. One of Los Angeles’ few craft brewpubs, Arts District Brewing Company has an on-site 15-barrel brewhouse capable of producing 3,300 barrels of beer each year.

Boomtown Brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Boomtown Brewery 700 Jackson St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Boomtown Brewery is open for safe outdoor dining Thursday through Sunday. Meals are provided by Corazon LA, serving wood fired meats, tacos, and tortillas made to order from fresh masa. Walkups are welcome and beer pickup is available 7 days a week. In the mid-1800s, the boomtowns of California were points of convergence for those lured by potential riches and discovery. Today, Los Angeles maintains a similar allure for those who move in every year to pursue their dreams. Boomtown Brewery was founded to speak to that audience and showcase their commitment to the arts and the DTLA Arts District.

Indie Brewing Company brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Indie Brewing Company 2350 Sunrise St. Los Angeles, CA 90023

Located in Boyle Heights, Indie Brewing Company is opening its tasting room for safe outdoor dining with limited hours. You must order a meal to have a beer and they will have a food truck on site. No outside food is allowed. Indie Brewing Company was founded by four guys who set out to give L.A. some amazing local beer and the tasting room it so deserves. Reservations are not required, but recommended on OpenTable.

Frogtown Brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Frogtown Brewery 2931 Gilroy St. Los Angeles, CA 90039

An independent craft brewery and tap room along the L.A. River, Frogtown Brewery is owned by long time friends and home brewers Adam and Mike, who had the crazy dream to one day open their own brewery. With a new outdoor beer garden, Frogtown Brewery is now open for contactless ordering and table service from a selection of delicious food trucks. Extra heaters and tents are provided to keep you warm on chilly nights. Reservations are required a day in advance for up to 6 people.

Highland Park Brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Highland Park Brewery 1220 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Highland Park Brewery’s patio is not quite ready for in person dining just yet. In the meantime, they will continue to operate on a to-go basis, offering house brew and seasonal beer. Highland Park Brewery was founded with the goal of making excellent beer in LA, focusing on fresh hoppy beers, lagers, and mixed culture fermentation, using local ingredients. Check their Instagram page for opening updates HERE

Golden Road Brewery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Golden Road Brewery 5430 San Fernando Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90039

Golden Road Brewery just opened their Atwater location with expanded outdoor seating. Inspired by the California lifestyle, Golden Road’s year-round offerings include Mango Cart Wheat Ale, Wolf Pup Session IPA, Point the Way IPA, Get Up Offa That Brown and Golden Road Hefeweizen. Along with the core beers, Golden Road brewers are constantly experimenting with the freshest ingredients through a collection of rotating, seasonal and limited-edition brews, canned and ready to be enjoyed straight from the source.

Pali Wine Co winery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Pali Wine Co. 811 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Take a seat and have a sip in the open patio at Pali Wine Co. in LA’s buzzing Arts District. Founded in 2005 with the intent to produce Burgundy-inspired wines from California’s Central Coast, Pali Wine Co. now consists of three brands with distinct focuses. The original Pali brand focuses on premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay sourced primarily from Pali’s own Santa Rita Hills and Sonoma vineyards. The newest brand, Neighborhood Winery, specializes in interesting blends that often push the boundaries of conventional wine flavor profiles. All wines are meticulously crafted at Pali’s Lompoc-based winery under the direction of its long-time winemaker, Aaron Walker.

San Antonio Winery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

San Antonio Winery 737 Lamar St. Los Angeles, CA 90031

San Antonio Winery is now open. Although the winery experience looks a little different during these unprecedented times, you can expect the same welcoming hospitality, authentic Italian cuisine, and seasonal wine flights to enjoy on their outdoor patio. A historical landmark since 1965, San Antonio Winery is Los Angeles’ only working winery. Founded in 1917 by Santo Cambianica, the winery continues to be a family-owned and operated business, with four generations of the Riboli Family.

Agua Dulce Winery near Circa apartments in Downtown Los Angeles

Agua Dulce Winery 9640 Sierra Hwy. Santa Clarita, CA 91390

If you want to take a fun day trip, Agua Dulce Winery is a 90 acre, family owned and operated winery and vineyard located just 45 minutes north of downtown Los Angeles. Open now for outdoor dining, reserve your seat in advance and select your bottle of locally sourced wine. Wines from Agua Dulce Winery have won multiple medals in several national wine competitions, recognized for their hand-crafted approach to wine making, along with a vineyard blessed with natural soils, and climatic and geographic advantages unique to the Sierra Pelona Valley.

Photo credits:

Photo #1: San Antonio Winery

Photo #2: Flying Embers Taproom

Photo #3: Boomtown Brewery

Photo #4: Indie Brewing Company

Photo #5: Frogtown Brewery

Photo #6: Highland Park Brewery

Photo #7: Golden Road Brewery

Photo #8: Pali Wine Co.

Photo #9: San Antonio Winery

Photo #10: Agua Dulce Winery

Oktoberfest is Here & DTLA Breweries are Open

Just in time for Oktoberfest, LA County is allowing breweries to reopen, albeit with some new rules. Your favorite DTLA establishments are celebrating Oktoberfest with some outdoor Gemütlichkeit (German for a comfortable, friendly feeling). Check websites for openings hours, reservations, and takeout/delivery options. If you’re looking for the full on oom-pah-pah experience, head out to Old World Village in Huntington Beach or motor up to Big Bear Lake for their 50th Anniversary Oktoberfest. You can also stock up on Oktoberfest goodies to enjoy at home from Alpine Village Market in Torrance, just a short distance from Circa. So don your dirndls, lace your lederhosen, and hoist your beer steins! Oktoberfest is here and DTLA breweries are back.

Wurstküche DTLA near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Wurstküche DTLA 800 E 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Soak up the Oktoberfest zeitgeist in the Wurstküche Beer Garden. Known as a purveyor of rare and exotic grilled sausages – from rabbit to rattleshake – this popular joint also offers more mainstream meats such as bratwurst, bockwurst, hot Italian sausage, Polish kielbasa, and Louisana hot links. Expect an extensive selection of draft and bottle beers from Belgium, Germany, US and UK, along with a nice wine list. For s apecial treat, try a palate-cleansing, digestion-promoting Eaux de Vie, such as the German favorite Underberg, or some fruitier fixes such as Blume Marillen Apricot, Kirschwasser (dry cherry bfandy) or Pear Williams Purkhart.

Highland Park Brewery Chinatown near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Highland Park Brewery Chinatown 1220 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Highland Park Brewery in Chinatown is open for patio dining. HPB, as the brewery is affectionately known, was founded with the goal of making excellent beer in LA, focusing on fresh hoppy beers, lagers, and mixed culture fermentation, using local ingredients. HPB offers a robust, beer-friendly food menu including queso and chips, fried cheese curds, and a sausage plate with chorizo, salsa verde and focaccia. The tasting room is currently closed, but the brewery has expanded their delivery zones.

Frogtown Brewery 2931 Gilroy St. Los Angeles, CA 90039

Frogtown Brewery is getting ready to open their outdoor patio. Check their Instagram for details. An independent craft brewery and tap room along the L.A. River, Frogtown Brewery is owned by long time friends and home brewers Adam and Mike, who had the crazy dream to one day open their own brewery. After many years of hard work and planning, they finally made Frogtown Brewery a reality! They are offering some fun flavors, such as Painkiller Milkshake and Nebula Fog, for pick up at the brewery or delivery within a 10-mile radius.

Arts District Brewing Company near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Arts District Brewing Company 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District Brewing Company just spruced up their outdoor dining area with a fresh carpet of grass. One of LA’s few craft brewpubs with an on-site, 15-barrel brewhouse capable of producing 3,300 barrels of beer each year, this sprawling establishment opened December 2015 in DTLA’s historic Arts District. Choose from their curated craft beer list, which is updated on a regular basis. The hearty food menu offers a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fries, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. Pictured is Nic, the newest team member. Stop by and say hi.

Berlin Currywurst near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Berlin Currywurst Grand Central Market 317 Broadway Stall C-1/12 Los Angeles, CA 90013

Ich bin ein Berliner. Having grown up in the home country of currywurst, the founders of Berlin Currywurst decided to share this German cultural treasure with the people of LA. Created 60 years ago in Berlin, currywurst has become the number one street food in Germany. Berlin Currywurst does authentic currywurst, the way you’ll find it on Berlin’s urban sidewalks. Their recipe is steeped in German tradition, where you’ll discover an unlimited variety of combinations by experiencing different sausages, heat levels, and flavors. The meat is all-natural, serve with 100% organic sauce, fries handcut from organic potatoes, and fresh and crispy German farmer’s bread.

Old World Village near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Old World Oktoberfest Old World Village 7561 Center Ave. Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Old World Huntington Beach has been host of Orange County’s Biggest Party since 1977. When you attend Old World’s Oktoberfest this year, you’ll be welcomed to a new concept – a casual drinking and dining experience in their spacious outdoor patio and biergarten. Enjoy the sounds of German music, great food, and of course, imported beer. Guests will order from the front counter and wait for their food at the table of their choice located outside. Table reservations are required and masks are mandatory upon entry and at all times when not seated at your designated area.

Dirndl Haus near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Dirndl Haus 7561 Center Ave. Ste #51A Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Get ready to level up your Oktoberfest game at the Dirndl Haus. Founded in September 2018 by two best friends, Cyndie and Arpeni, the Dirndl Haus sells trendy and traditional dirndl dresses and blouses, lederhosen, mens shirts and vests, and accessories including hats, hat pins, wreaths and jewelry. Dirndl Haus is an extension of the greater Old World Market and Oktoberfest Facility. Co-founder Cyndie’s parents Josef and Dolores Bischof, originally from Germany, founded Orange County’s famous Old World Village in 1975, along with Huntington Beach Oktoberfest, enjoyed by thousands of attendees each year.You can also shop online on their website.

Alpine Village Market near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Alpine Village Market 833 W Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90502

Ready to stock up on Oktoberfest goodies to enjoy at home? Just scoot down the 110 Freeway and faster than you can say oom-pah-pah, you’ll arrive at Alpine Village Market in Torrance. The market offers a huge selection of German food imports, and also houses an authentic European bakery, a butcher shop that produces award-winning sausages, and a great selection of beers, wines and liquors such as Goldschläger, a Swiss cinnamon schnapps with real gold flakes floating inside. While you’re there, take a stroll around Alpine Village, a little slice of Bavaria in sunny Southern California. This iconic shopping destination was recently designated a County historic landmark by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest near Circa apartments in downtown Los Angeles

Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest Wyatt’s Grill & Saloon 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

If you’re looking for a real Alpine experience, head up to Big Bear for their 50th Anniversary Oktoberfest – Celebrating 50 Years of Love. This year Oktoberfest will take place outdoors under the majestic mountain pines. Seating and tables will be set-up restaurant-style in their expansive outdoor area, all socially distanced from one another. Expect some zany Oktoberfest fun including Log Sawing, Stein, Safe Slam contests, plenty of Chicken Dances and many a Prosits! Enjoy live music on the outdoor stage, along with DJ’s spinning everything from traditional Oktoberfest tunes to today’s favorites.

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Photo #1: Old World Village

Photo #2: Wurstküche DTLA

Photo #3: Highland Park Brewery Chinatown

Photo #4: Frogtown Brewery

Photo #5: Arts District Brewing Company

Photo #6: Berlin Currywurst

Photo #7: Old World Village

Photo #8: Dirndl Haus

Photo #9: Alpine Village Market

Photo #10: Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest

Cocktails To Go: Your Favorite DTLA Bars Offer Take Out & Delivery

Now you can support your favorite LA bars while getting your buzz on, all from the comfort of home. Some of the best boîtes in town are offering specially-crafted, pre-batched cocktails for pickup and delivery. Pair your libations with delicious dishes, from burgers to tasty small plates and full menu choices. Some establishments even stock meal kits and pantry items. Check their websites for pick up and delivery details.

Broken Spanish 1050 S Flower St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Mix it up. Broken Spanish is now offering their Mix Kit, which includes one bottle of Tequila or Mezcal, one quart of Broken Spanish’s signature margarita mix, and all of the fixings for $49. Broken Spanish presents a distinct culinary perspective expressed in bold yet refined flavors, demonstrating elements of long-established traditions, finished with modern appeal. The bar offers an aromatic selection of tequilas, mezcals, and intriguing craft cocktails.

Barcito 403 W 12th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Barcito is pouring batch cocktails, available for pickup and delivery daily from 3pm to 8pm. Order from their delicious snack-inspired menu and choose 16 ounce or 32 ounce batched cocktail options. Barcito is an entrepreneur-owned and operated Argentine-style cafe and cocktail bar turned bodega, selling natural wine, craft beer, deli sandwiches, coffee, provisions, and more. Barcito is currently open for takeout/delivery, offering full menu, pantry goods, natural wine, and craft beer.

Here and Now Cocktail Bar 300 S Santa Fe Ave. Suite N Los Angeles, CA 90013

Here and Now is offering food, cocktails, beer and wine pickup through their online shop, and delivery through their partners at Caviar and Postmates. Whiskey flights are also available to order online or pick up in person. Named one of America’s best bars by Esquire magazine in 2019, Here and Now is located at the south end of the Arts District’s One Santa Fe building.

Manuela 907 E 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District icon Manuela is offering five pre-batched versions of their craft cocktails to enjoy at home. They’re available with delivery orders, which can be placed through Postmates, DoorDash, and Caviar. Try their Old Fashioned with Evan Williams bourbon and bitters, or get adventurous with the Nightshade, featuring Milagro Blanco tequila, yellow bell pepper, heat, and lemon.

Flask & Field Row DTLA 767 S Alameda St. Ste 180 Los Angeles, CA 90021

Order a wine or cocktail gift set from DTLA’s super cool cocktail shop, Flask & Field. A modern destination for the discovery of wine, spirits, art and design, Flask & Field also offers a selection of quality goods for house, home and adventure. The eclectic establishment was founded by entertainment attorney Miriam Yoo, who was driven by her lifelong passion for wine, hospitality and design to create a new kind of shop that would address a range of lifestyle needs. Place your order online and pick-up safely or have it delivered. Walk-ups are welcome too!

Arts District Brewing Co. 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District Brewing is open for Burgers & Booze To-Go. Choose from their curated craft beer list, which is updated on a regular basis. The hearty food menu offers a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fries, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. Order ahead before coming on down.

First Draft Taproom & Kitchen 1230 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Get your cocktails to go at First Draft Taproom & Kitchen, a unique tasting experience in South Park. They offer a huge variety of craft beer, wine, cider, and kombucha, and the taps are ever-rotating to bring you a wide selection of craft and small-batch libations from across the country. The kitchen serves delectable plates and shareable items that pair with the beverage offerings, such as popcorn cauliflower, crispy brussels sprouts, mac & cheese, burgers, sandwiches & panini, salads, sweets, and more.

Mignon 128 E. 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90014

Mignon is offering wine and food for take out. True to its name (mignon roughly translates to “small and cute” in French), Mignon specializes in small production, offering natural wines from all over the globe with an emphasis on the Old World. They also serve seasonal, rustic French cuisine, including a three-course pre-fixe option, small plates, and fine artisanal cheeses and charcuterie. The space is also a retail shop, so make sure you grab some bottles for your home cellar.

The Mermaid 428 E 2nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

The Mermaid is offering cocktail and food to go. The Mermaid is a cozy little bar in the hear of Little Tokyo, with mermaids! Swim in for refreshing tropical cocktails, savory bar snacks, and good times to enjoy in the comfort of your own home! To go menu HERE

Bar Amá 118 W 4th St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Bar Amá offers no-contact pickup through their online Amá To Go & General Store. The store stocks your favorite dishes, meal kits, pantry items, wine, beer and cocktails. Merchandise by chef Josef Centeno’s Prospect Pine and the Baco and Amá cookbooks are available for purchase as well. Bar Amá will tickle your tummy with Tex Mex specialities like fideo and borracho beans with cilantro and pork belly. The bar offers a great selection of tequilas and mezcals, along with absinthe, whiskey, gin, beer, wine, and more. Food and drink items are available for pick up only. Delivery is available through Caviar and Grubhub.

Photo credits:

Photo #1: First Draft Taproom & Kitchen

Photo #2: Broken Spanish

Photo #3: Barcito

Photo #4: Here and Now Cocktail Bar

Photo #5: Manuela

Photo #6: Flask & Field

Photo #7: Arts District Brewing Co.

Photo #8: First Draft Taproom & Kitchen

Photo #9: The Mermaid

Photo #10: Bar Amá

What’s Brewing! DTLA’s Craft Beer Destinations

The craft beer craze has taken LA by storm! Thanks to the passion and dedication of brewers and suds lovers with a mission, our city is awash in well-tended microbreweries, art-bedecked beer palaces, and industrial-cool taprooms. From great lagers to awesome ales, sumptuous stouts, and hoppy IPAs, you’ll find it all in DTLA – the hottest craft beer destination around!

Angel City Brewery 216 S Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In a city known more for its glitz than its grit, Angel City Brewery is proud to rough things up a bit and work beneath the shiny surface. Their home in the Los Angeles Arts District is both brewery and canvas, the center of a revival for the city’s artists, musicians, hustlers, and craftspeople. The establishment presents an ever-rotating selection of Angel City beer on tap, which includes a number of beers exclusively available at the Brewery. In addition to pints and flights, they offer brewery tours, events, and a small on-site retail store. Outside food is always welcome, and there are a number of great locations in the neighborhood that offer take out. In addition to the neighborhood cuisine, Angel City’s parking lot has become a hot spot for food trucks, with one parked outside nearly every night.

Arts District Brewing Co. 828 Traction Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District Brewing Company opened December 2015 in Downtown LA’s historic Arts District.This sprawling establishment offers a variety of rooms for revelry, including Main Bar, Game Room with arcade and photo booth, Outdoor Bar and Patio, The Pub, The Study, and Chalkboard Area. Choose from their curated craft beer list, which is updated on a regular basis. The hearty food menu offers a beer-appropriate selection of wings, burgers, fires, salads, fried calamari, fish tacos, and nachos. Arts District Brewing Co. reserves tables Mon-Thurs. All weekend parties walk in and grab any space they’d like, first come, first served. Brewery tours can be specially arranged by appointment.

Mikkeller 330 W Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015

In 2006, he was a math and physics teacher who started experimenting with hops, malt and yeast back home in his kitchen in Copenhagen. Today Mikkel Borg Bjergsø exports his micro brewed beer to 40 different countries and is internationally acclaimed as one of the most innovative and cutting edge brewers in the world. Mikkeller DTLA is an industrial-cool bar, offering rare tap and bottled beers alongside upscale pub grub including Charcuterie & Cheese, House Smoked Sausages, Burgers, Veggies, and Brunch Specials, such as Croque Madame and Wild Mushroom Omelette.

Mumford Brewing 416 Boyd St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Located in DTLA’s Little Tokyo, Mumford Brewing is a microbrewery and tap room, serving a small offering of various snacks. Patrons are welcome to bring their own bites or order from nearby restaurants. The tap room offers 4 oz. tasters (including flights of 4 beers), 1/2 pints (8 oz. glass) and full pours (16 oz. or 13 oz. depending on the beer type) for on-site consumption and 32 oz. “Crowlers” (tall cans) and 64 oz. (1/2 gal. glass jug) “Growlers” for off-site consumption. All seating is first come, first served. The tap room is available for private events. Email connect@mumfordbrewing.com

Highland Park Brewery Chinatown 1220 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

From their original space in Highland Park as a production-only facility, Highland Park Brewery has expanded into Chinatown, housing their first tasting room and second Brewery. HPB, as the brewery is affectionately known, was founded with the goal of making excellent beer in LA, focusing on fresh hoppy beers, lagers, and mixed culture fermentation, accompanied by unique processes, wacky microbes, and local ingredients. HPB offers a robust, beer-friendly food menu including Queso and Chips, Fried Cheese Curds, and a Sausage Plate with Chorizo, Salsa Verde and Focaccia. The Chinatown tasting room is kid friendly and dogs are welcome on the patio (no pups inside). Guests are also asked to not bring in any food not prepared in their kitchen. Attention bicyclists of LA! Highland Park Brewery recently installed two bike racks in front of their taproom, so bike riding customers can feel safe about locking up their bikes while they imbibe.

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Boomtown Brewery 700 Jackson St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

In the mid-1800s, the boomtowns of California were points of convergence for those lured by potential riches and discovery. Today, Los Angeles maintains a similar allure for those who move in every year to pursue their dreams. Boomtown Brewery aspires to speak to that audience and showcase their commitment to the arts and the Arts District by serving as a venue and showcase for artists and galleries. Local artists design many of Boomtown’s labels, as well as furnishings, fixtures, and structures. The taproom is a community space where people gather to enjoy beer, games, express themselves creatively and engage with like-minded people. The brewery also hosts a variety of events, from DJs to gallery showings, benefits, block parties, bicycle rides, and more.

Frogtown Brewery 2931 Gilroy St. Los Angeles, CA 90039

An independent craft brewery and tap room along the L.A. River, Frogtown Brewery is owned by long time friends and home brewers Adam and Mike, who had the crazy dream to one day open their own brewery. After many years of hard work and planning, they finally made Frogtown Brewery a reality. Adam is passionate about IPAs – Mike loves stouts, and they both enjoy making and drinking Belgian style beers. They currently have eight different styles of beer on draft, with seasonal and experimental beers constantly in rotation. Their goal is to make Frogtown Brewery a place that the local community can be proud to call their own. So go ahead, have a seat at the custom made copper top bar and treat yourself to a pint. Cheers!

The Dankness Dojo 832 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90014

Ready your body and mind for an epicurean odyssey at The Dankness Dojo, the DTLA pilot brewery, restaurant, and café from San Diego-based brewery & roaster Modern Times. In addition to hosting Modern Times’ R&D brewing facility, The Dankness Dojo features a full menu of boundary-pushing plant-based cuisine; over 30 taps of delicious beer, plus guest beers & wines; merch, coffee, and beer to-go; and a cafe offering the Full-Spectrum Modern Times Coffee Experience. Modern Times has unleashed the full power of their design team on this historic space, resulting in wall-to-wall art installations.

Imperial Western Beer Company 800 N Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Situated in historic Union Station, this opulent beer palace and brewery has a regal menu to match, including fresh oysters, clams, scallops, mussels, shrimp, ceviche, along with steak frites, their signature burger, and house smoked pork ribs. Beers are arranged by clever categories including $5 Beers, Belgian-esque, Hoppier, On the Dark Side, Collaborations, and Cider. They don’t take reservations, but you can book space for a food and beverage minimum based on guest count. Please email jessica.mills@213hospitality.com for more information.