Wow. What a great find. Fantastic beer, super knowledgeable friendly staff, good music, dog friendly. And, best wood fired pizza ever! Will be back. Claimstake is our go to place now. read more

Claimstake Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Claimstake has been one of my Yelp 'beer' bookmarks for at least a year now. I had an opportunity to try their brews on tap at few local places and also picked up some cans from the the 'upscale' grocery store. What I noticed is that the beer was always fresh and brewed to the style specifications, so on the way back from Apple Hill, we decided to make a quick stop and check out the source itself. Suburban industrial park is unsurprisingly the setting that Claimstake calls its' home. Though some reviews mention having a hard time to find the brewery, I had no problems finding it at all. The parking is obviously not an issue but the lot does get pretty full so you might have to drive around a little. I was pleasantly surprised by the vibe of the place once we walked in. Busy, but relaxed setting, unmistakably neighborhood local feel where out-of-towners are welcome too. The service was one of the friendliest I encountered and not only we learned a little about their brewery but also about their close ties to the community. They are very family friendly and one of the rooms looks like it's been converted to the playing area with board games and such. All this obviously wouldn't matter too much if the beer they put out wasn't any good. There are plenty places in Sac metro area that have recently opened but the product they put out is not representable. The good news is that Claimstake is not one of those places. Their beer is rock solid and though they don't have 16 offerings on tap, the six or so they serve will not disappoint. While Claimstake might not be the best brewery in greater Sacramento, I would personally include it in my top 10 which is not bad at all, considering the number of breweries around. Add one of the friendliest crowds and service to the equation and I can see Claimstake becoming a good excuse to take that detour off the 50 and exit on Sunrise. read more

We took our kids, dogs, parents, had a blast! Great beer, awesome owners who obviously love and care about what they do. Great atmosphere for the whole family, delicious food truck outside. Highly reccomend!! read more

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Nice environment, good beer, food truck had good food. The place is kind of hard to find. Staff was friendly and helpful.

The staff is really nice and helpful and the brewery and tap room is really clean an also the bathrooms are really clean and the outside area. This was my 1st time here I will definitely be back for sure and I highly recommend checking this place out if you haven't and they have a lot of craft beers on tap and they have food trucks to read more

I love this place, it is everything a craft beer spot should be. Great staff? Yep! The crew that works here is fantastic. Slinging beers efficiently yet friendly at the same time. This place can get crowded but you won't be waiting long for a beer. Great beer? Yep! It can be tricky to write a review on their beers. Why's that you ask? Because they constantly brew new beers. Love that IPA? Drink it while you can because when it's gone something new will take its place. I personally think this is a great business model. Who wants to drink the same beer over and over. Great food? Yep! They have a guy with a mobile wood fired pizza oven that cranks out some tasty pizzas and other devine creations. Having a wood fired pizza oven also means you won't be waiting long for your food. Great location? Yep! Well at least for me because it's close to work and a great ending to a long day at work. Almost forgot, they have CROWLERS! read more

Claimstake Brewing - Great Porter! - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

It's a place where everybody knows your name, and the beer they always change. Constantly roasting tap, West Coast IPA, tasty seltzer and my favorite a good poster or stout can be found. My favorite brewery, all time read more

Of course it was Yelp that pointed me to Claimstake Brewing. Driving in, there was either a kids indoor soccer gig going on nearby or this is a really popular brewery - cars parked along both sides of the street and parking lot full. I had no idea this relatively new brewery, south of the 50 on Sunrise in an industrial park, was holding it's "grand opening" the day of our visit. I found that Claimstake Brewing is the former Argonaut Brewing Co startup that was forced into a name change. An ordinary commercial glass front door opens into the tasting (bar) room area. A somewhat small bar, chalkboard menu describing the beers, sufficient standing room with barrels and a wall rail around. The doorway at the far end of the room leads to the brewing area; a large open room with a short divider separating customer space and brewing space. Today, the area outside was fenced off, music setting up, tables set about, and a food vendor (meh) making pizza and such. It was busy on this day and the staff pouring behind the bar were busy. Verbal chat between tender and customer about the various beer options was not happening. The menu does have some description which was helpful in picking what she would drink. Glassed up on 4 beers this day, apparently namesake, (with my rating on a scale of 1 to 5): . "Shawnalulu" Session Pineapple Pale Ale -- ( 2 / 5 ) . "Thank You Barry Much" Smash Blonde Ale -- ( 4 / 5 ) . "Here Comes Trouble" American IPA -- ( 3 / 5 ) . "Mikey Likes It" Chocolate Stout -- ( 5 / 5 ) I like small batch breweries and the stories that built them; the individual twists and touches creating their mark on beer. We picked a great day for our first visit and loved it. I'll definitely return on a non-party day to learn more about the people behind the beer. read more

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Five stars for Mike. His service and knowledge of the whole beer industry is bar none. He's a great story teller as well. I can see this brewery taking off. Good beer and super friendly staff goes a long way. Wide open space to roam and hang with friends. They also have a separate kids area for the youngsters to play. Thanks for the H20 Mike! read more

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Over the last few years, this brewery has become a gem in the community. The beer remains spot on! Theres always a good variety of options. This place really brings people together - this is not the kind of brewery where everyone at your table stares at a flat screen or their phone. This the kind of brewery where you hang out with the family (kids are welcome) over a few good beers. Claimstake is also a good spot for live music, which they have fairly regularly. read more

I attended the official grand opening this past Saturday. I ordered several beers all of them delicious! Shawnalulu Session Pineapple Pale Ale - 4.25/5 stars The Pavlo - 4.5/5 stars Berlin Kid (w/raspberry) - 3.5/5 stars Zoom Zoom - 3.75/5 stars The location is simple and tastefully decorated with an eye for detail down to the wood bar top that I loved and the little gold mining shoot for the kiddos. It happened to be a gorgeous day when we were there, a vendor was baking the best pizza I've had in Sacramento and I laughed until I cried attempting to play bags (I don't like the term 'corn hole' the rest of the United States says 'bags') and realizing how much I suck at that game. We made friends with another couple there which bodes well for the owners since many people become attracted to restaurants/bars because of the people who go there. The real cherry on top was the van that dropped off a group of old folks from a senior living facility. I don't think a family of baby ducks would have been as cute as this group that rolled in (literally some in wheelchairs) I will keep their home in mind because a senior living home that is in the loop of brewery grand openings sounds like the place for me. The owners and staff made accommodations to seat them inside as my heart nearly exploding watching them enjoy their beers and order pizza. I hope to come back soon to try the rest of their beer! read more

Claimstake Brewing - Delicious Shawnalulu! - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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Competition is getting fierce in Sacramento for modern breweries. It is hard to develop the proper name - microbrewery, industrial brewpub, modern biergarten, neighborhood tavern - but whatever we call it, Claimstake Brewing has opened their roll-up doors for business in south Rancho Cordova. The brewery is a little hard to find tucked away in an industrial park south of Costco off Sunrise. Make sure to use a good GPS! On my Thursday afternoon visit, the place was packed around the beautiful wood plank bar and large menu. The facility is half indoor air conditioned and half indoor warehouse with a complex layout, but everyone had it figured out quickly. Unfortunately, I was not blown away by the beer selection. There were a few standard brews on tap and lots of unique options, but none of my tasters stood out. Hopefully, the brewers will find their magic soon, but it is hard to recommend going out of your way. Nevertheless, expanding good beer in an underserved part of Sacramento is always a good thing, and those living in the area are lucky to have more options. Seek out your Claim-stake before the rush is over! read more

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Only open two months so far! The beers were delicious, the nut stout particularly. The inside of the pub is pretty small and I had one of those experiences again where the place is undoubtedly filled with locals/regulars and when we walked in, everyone in the room stared and no one said anything until we sat down at the bar. Awkward. The "patio" out back was an acceptable place to linger, away from the curious eyes of Rancho residents. Overall, they're friendly and I'm glad they exist. Takes forEVER to get out here, though, if you're coming from Sac. read more

Claimstake Brewing is a great newer brewery in Rancho Cordova, and probably my favorite of the two breweries there as well. The layout of the place itself is pretty cool; part warehouse, part decorated bar. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the beertenders are very friendly as well! Now to the beer... I loved the "Mikey Likes It" Chocolate Stout and "Shawnalulu" Session Pineapple Pale Ale. I can't wait to come back soon and try some new brews! read more

Claimstake Brewing - Shawnalulu Pineapple Pale Ale - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Great brew and canine friendly! When your kid is at soccer practice, how do you pass the time? Go for beers!!! Dropped the kiddo at the field and went to Claimstake with my pup and a couples other dads. Great and comfortable atmosphere. Good selection of brews. Had a stout and west coast ipa. Both were totally tasty. Looking forward to going back for more. read more

We visited on Saturday and even though they haven't been open even two weeks I think it's safe to say they will have a booming business. If you can't find a beer here that you like from the 8 on tap...well there isn't much help for you! [grin] The wonderful barkeep had us try the Berlin Kid with Woodruff syrup...and it was very good. My favorite was their stout...chocolate with beer...just awesome. This place clearly had thought about expansion...more beer will be brewing I am sure! Plenty of room to include even what could be areas for separate groups of people for girls nights out etc. If you enjoy craft beer you should check this place out! I expect they will be pretty busy! Welcome addition to Sacramento beer scene. read more

Claimstake Brewing - Flight of wonderful beer! - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

This is my third time here since they opened. I love it! The beer is great - my favorite being the Mikey Likes It - a chocolate oatmeal stout that is really yummy. They have a chef here that cooks some really great food - sliders, pizza, Mac and cheese, etc - it's cash only for the food so don't forget to get some cash before visiting. The decor and several different areas to hang out in are pretty cool. The owners are great and the staff really friendly. I highly suggest trying this brewery, it's a sure win. read more

Claimstake has so many fun flavors to try, and dare I say they make for great Secret Santa gifts! The Emily Sour was bomb. It was easy to place an order online, and the staff was friendly and accommodating for curbside pickup due to COVID, which is greatly appreciated. read more

My brother and I were lucky enough to come to Claimstake for their grand opening. It's delicious! Good selection with a variety of beer types so there's a good chance they'll have something you love. I also loved that they sell half growlers! I can't say I've seen one of those at the breweries I've been to in LA. Hopefully I'll be able to use mine around my hometown! Now...the beer was delicious, but there are still a few kinks to work out. One of which I noticed multiple employees doing. They had a Berline Weisse on tap. When I ordered that, the person helping me asked if I wanted "red or green syrup." Is that supposed to mean anything to me? I asked what he meant & he said it came with either raspberry or 'some green syrup they usually used in Germany.' That would've been more helpful than just asking for 'red or green.' But I heard several of the employees not know the name of the green syrup (it's called woodruff). I would've thought with only 8 beers on tap & then just 2 options for syrup, & with it being the 'traditional' German syrup they'd be able to remember that. But hey, it was the grand opening. Maybe they just had first day jitters. Ultimately, I loved Claimstake and I look forward to sharing my growler with my LA friends & fill them in on this great new Sacramento beer! read more

I'm glad we stumbled upon this place on a whim... ive been here every week since and im not the type to frequent... anywhere on a regular basis.. Fantastic beer! These people know what they are doing. If they don't have something you like, well... I feel bad for you. Ha! Try the cubby or brother chad (my fav). They have a pizza guy there on site so food is limited but trust me... try this place. Actually do me a favor and don't. Less people for me read more

Claimstake Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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Talk about a hidden gem. Seriously, if you didn't know this place existed, good luck finding it. It is tucked in the back of an industrial park with no signage at all letting you know they exist. We came here because my parents really love this place. Before they moved to the area they were creatures of habit going to the same bar every Sunday for an afternoon out. Since moving to the area they started expanding their horizons. This place has quickly become a favorite of theirs. The entire time over my dad talked this place up. He really loves the service. They know his car now and will have his favorite beer ready to go when he comes in. Like he walks through the door and they hand him a beer. Crazy. We came on their non regular night, so we didn't get service quite that good. Still it was a busy night, but the bar was properly staffed and the people were competent. They were also friendly without holding up the line, which is nice. Breweries are places you want to be greeted with a smile, but you never want to wait around has someone has a friendly chat when it is slammed. Space was a bit limited and cramped, but that really isn't a fault of theirs. You have to make do with what you got. It did get really hot, so I hope that they have AC or some sort of fan system for when the summer heat blasts them. They do have a regular food guy who is quite good, but I'll save reviewing that for his place. Now for the good stuff; the beer. Craft beer is becoming super saturated these days. You either have to make the classic styles of beer or swing for the fences in big ways. Claimstake strikes me as a swing for the fences brewery. They go with big and bold flavors and styles that might scare away a novice or picky beer lover. Personally I loved their beer. They had a sour that was brewed with Hawaiian punch powder. Super weird and out there, but totally worked for me. They also had a super delicious stout. Closest thing I've to a milkshake in a beer before. Really rich flavors of chocolate and so smooth. I think what impressed me the most was that they seem fairly new to brewing at this scale. They've been open a few years (2-3?), but their beer has depth and flavor of a seasoned brewer. Sometimes new breweries don't rock right away but you know they will be good in a few years. This place skipped that step. It will be cool to see what they become if they keep it up. 9/100 read more

Nice patio outside for drinking during Covid, dog friendly, good beer, and friendly staff. With a pizza food truck out front, this place has it all. read more

Fantastic beers and somehow always a good crowd here. Very friendly place to hang out.

Delicious beers and all the staff were extremely friendly. Small "Ma and Pa" brewery with great customer service! Food provided outside! read more

Claimstake Brewing - "The Rodarmel" Vanilla Imperial Stout - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

The taste of the beers were absolutely delicious. They had many different selections of beers and staff was very friendly. They had a guy making pizzas outside so you could dine in, fairly expensive so I took my beer to go. Also, what beers you could or could not put into a crowler was also odd. First place I've been too that's done that. Giving the benefit of the doubt with stars, and assuming this gets better when Covid restrictions stop. Will have to go back sometime and see. read more

Welcome to their first year anniversary! Great beer. I am sweetly sipping s Sticky Nicky IPA. Damn it's good! The location is industrial--a short mile south of Highway 50 off the Sunrise Exit. Kid and dog friendly, food trucks or cart your own in. Plenty of inside or warehouse seating with metal curtains up--my place to hang, next to the brew kettles! Do patronize this microbrewery. It's an experience you shouldn't miss! Cheers dawgs! read more

I drove around Rancho for quite a while, looking for a micro brewery that hadn't closed down and finally found this place "on the outskirts of town." Went inside and found a busy, but not crowded bar with a very friendly, down-to-earth staff that quickly helped me get a growler full of Red Ale. The beer is great, the atmosphere is nice enough and the clientele seemed like my kind of people. There was a BBQ pizza set-up outside that I certainly will take a shot at next time I come by. I know this is a review based on a very short visit, but having driven to 3 different breweries only to find them "out-of-business" and one that was so crazy busy I feared even slowing down to pull in the parking lot, this seemed like a place I wanted to make sure got a "shout out." read more

Went brewery hoping yesterday and this was one of our stops. Place is really nice they have a small indoor but very large outdoor seating. Even a stage for a band. Watts catering has some amazing freshly made chicharrons that were so good. I had the "Hop Homie" double IPA that was very good. My Buddy brought his dogs there and they ended up tipping over one of our beers. The staff quickly came to help clean up and even replaced the beer free of charge. Awesome staff by the way. Hope to stop bu there again sometime soon. read more

This brewery is tucked in an area, you would not expect to find a brewery in. It looked closed when I arrived. No way a brewery is here, I was thinking, when I pulled up. I parked my vehicle, then tucked on the door handle, assuming it was locked, but it opens! And I find a clean place with a bartender, chalk board for a menu, and a friendly greeting. I could tell this is my kind o place. I Come here for great beer. New, and unique flavors of ale. And if you get hungry they have a food truck outside. Do not expect the food truck to be here all the time. I don't necessarily come here for a meal, I come here to relax with very good ale. If the truck comes it's a bonus. read more

Claimstake Brewing - Claimstake Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

A hidden gem~ Will def be my go to brewery in Rancho Cordova. Don't be fooled by the location, it might look secluded but the service and beer are amazing here! I love the vibe here~ they have two seating area, one at the entrance and one at the back, so plenty of seating! All the beers I had were great, Nuptial Agreement was my favorite, very oaky and with a vanilla aroma. Shanawlulu and Lady Liberty were very good, very crisp and fruity, def a drink after a heavy dark beer. My friend and I also had the pizza here, even though it was $15-$16, it was worth it! I had the Italian Pizza, typical toppings, but it had the oaky/wooden smell. The dough was chewy and ingredients were super fresh, a great food while having beer! My friend's chicken truffle pizza was super good, the truffle hit me on the spot! The beer is pretty cheap, I only spent around $15 for three drinks~ Great beer, food, and staff, will be coming back here very soon! read more

Wow this place rules !! First, all the beers are delicious. The service is fast, and all the workers are very friendly and helpful... they let you sample as much as you want! The overall vibe of the brewery was great too. Very small, intimate crowd and the people were obviously locals. They were very friendly as well, giving a newbie like me advice on what beers I may or may not enjoy. Went with some co workers and we all collectively tried each beer there and they did not disappoint! They have a "foggy" beer which is unique as well! The actual brewing equipment was outside which was nice because they had a couple local stray cats that hung around and were entertaining to look at. Brew cats! The best part about Claimstake aside from the beer was the delicious pizza!!! They have a tiny pizza oven and some people cooking home made pizza -- it was attached to the brewery, and man it was good , I wanted more ! Highly recommend! Go try now! read more

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I could not be more impressed with this charming little brewery. This is a nice family friendly brewery that has outstanding beers (west coast, east coast IPAs, tasty blonds, and an assortment of other great beers), on-site pizza oven, and fun games for entertainment. This is a family owned business that provides warm friendly service. If you haven't figured it out, I love this brewery. It makes for a great date night for me and my wife! read more

My favorite brewery in the Sacramento area. Always a great rotation of beers on tap. Tina, Brian, and Mike are the best. And Chef Kevin's food is amazing. Make the drive to Rancho, you won't be disappointed! read more

Claimstake Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

This place was great, had 3 very good IPAs, a fairly good stout and an ok red. The service was very good as well, it was very busy when I went in but I didn't wait more then a couple minutes to get my beers. The pizza outside had great crust but was a little pricey for it's size. I struck up a random conversation with one of the owners Mike and he was a real down to earth and humble guy who gave us some recommendations. Overall this place was awesome just wish they were open later. read more

Claimstake Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

A fantastic spot for true beer lovers. They boast no "flagship" brew but rather focus on brewing solid beers. A rotating menu that includes hazy and filtered IPAs, malty and hoppy hybrids, and a luscious imperial with mocha, almond, and fudge highlights. Spacious and warm seating options. And a wood-fired pizza truck that parks outside most days. Get here. Now. read more

Amazing beer, amazing family vibes from the owners and management. Used to be a regular during a hard time in my life, little do they know they helped me get through it! Brian has excellent taste In beer and food and is always on the cutting edge of trying new things. It's a must try brewery in the sac area. read more

The owners are fantastic and the beer is great too! Popped in here on a whim one day when I was in the area. They have a nice open tasting room with a bar and tables and then out in the brewery they have a few more tables. Plenty of room on a busy afternoon. The beer is delicious! They sell beer by the taste, a pint, a mini-growler, or a growler. You can even bring in your own generic grower to be filled. I only was able to try two, but look forward to come back for more. There is also a pizza guy outside so you can grab a yummy wood fired pizza and make a lunch date out of it. They are also kid and dog friendly when on a leash ((the dogs, not the kids)) Highly recommend checking them out! They are a bit off the street, but GPS should take you right to their door. read more

Beer selection? Great! Service? Great! They even have an "unrelated food business" serving up some really great food. Why one star? PRIVACY!!!!! I made the FOOLISH mistake of using a credit card with them on one of those Square/Swipes. I NEVER agreed to give them my e-mail address or other personal information. I NEVER agreed to sign up for their mailing list - and I NEVER GAVE THEM MY E-MAIL - PERIOD! Yet they took it upon themselves to mine my data, gather my PRIVATE credit card information and start sending me multiple e-mails every week for the last several weeks WITHOUT MY CONSENT. This one star review will remain as a reminder that even when you do everything else right, you must still respect privacy laws and more importantly - YOUR CUSTOMERS! read more

This place has great beer at very reasonable prices. If you work or live in Rancho you should definitely check it out. Bring a few coworkers you don't hate and sample some tasty brews. They have 4 sizes for most of the beers so you can drink at lunch, yay! read more

So glad there is a brewery next to me. Walked in for the first time Thursday evening. The employees were great and very nice people. Came in with my fiancé and my baby boy. The place is accommodating not only for kids but dogs too Not to mention the beer is great with a delicious wood fried pizza Great place to hang out and talk Definitely will be back read more