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Open Daily

Kitchen:
Sun - Thurs: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 11pm
Bar:
Sun - Thurs: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 11:30pm

Where it all started

Affectionately known by our team and regulars as “the pub,” our Monterey brewpub has been crafting award-winning beer on California’s Central Coast for over a decade. This is where it all began—and where we brewed our flagship beer, Mai Tai P.A., right behind that glass wall. With five medals from the Great American Beer Festival, Mai Tai P.A. has become one of the most celebrated West Coast IPAs in the country.

Our on-site 10-barrel brewhouse (about 300 gallons per batch) powers our constantly rotating lineup, including hop-forward IPAs, bright Pale Ales, crisp lagers, and experimental small-batch beers. This system allows us to innovate and test new beer recipes at the pub—recipes that, when proven, scale up to our 30-barrel production brewery in Salinas (roughly 1,800 gallons per batch). From there, our beers are canned and distributed throughout California.

If you're looking for the best brewery in Monterey, a laid-back beer garden where kids and dogs are always welcome, or a front-row seat to the craft behind your pint, our brewpub is where tradition meets innovation—one batch at a time.

Reservations and large party info

For parties of fewer than 5 guests, we welcome walk-ins—no reservation needed. For groups with 5 or more guests, please call us at 831-655-2337 to reserve a table.

The Monterey location is unable to accommodate reservations for parties of 15 or more, but our Carmel location is able to host large groups. Please call or email 831-293-8621 or carmel@asb.beer directly to inquire.

Please note that our beer garden operates on a first-come, first-served basis & we do not take reservations for that area.

Faqs

Do you sell merch?

Yes we offer a wide variety of clothing, glassware, and accessories! Please head to the Beer Garden to inquire about purchasing.

Do you take reservations?

For parties of fewer than 5, we’re walk-in only. For groups of 5 or more, we recommend making a reservation, especially during evenings and weekends. Please note that this location cannot accommodate parties of 15 or more.

Are dogs allowed?

Well behaved dogs are always welcome on our front patio and within our Beer Garden, as long as they are on leash at all times.

Do you offer flights?

Yes we do! You can build your own flight from our current tap list, with up to six 5 oz pours.

Do you have table service or do I order at the bar?

The pub offers table service, so you can sit back and we’ll take care of you! However, in our Beer Garden, we ask that you order at the counter with our Beertender!

Is there parking nearby?

There are several convenient options nearby! The City of Monterey parking garage and Calle Principal, behind our Beer Garden, are both great places to park within walking distance.

Is outside food allowed in the Beer Garden?

We kindly ask that no outside food be brought into the Beer Garden or main restaurant. 

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