Finding Hidden Gems: Art District Brewing in Little Tokyo, LA…read more One of my favorite rituals when traveling is hunting down the best local breweries -- and Los Angeles did not disappoint. Tucked away in the vibrant heart of Little Tokyo, Art District Brewing instantly caught my attention. The atmosphere alone made it worth the visit, with that perfect blend of industrial cool and neighborhood charm that only LA seems to pull off. The tap selection was impressive -- thoughtfully curated and clearly crafted with intention. But honestly? The food is what stole the show. I always love leaning on a server's recommendations, and this time it paid off beautifully. The chicken tenders arrived golden, perfectly crispy on the outside, and impossibly juicy within. These weren't your average bar bites -- they were the kind of dish that makes you pause mid-conversation just to appreciate the moment. Whether you're a craft beer obsessive or simply someone who appreciates great food in a great setting, Art District Brewing belongs on your LA itinerary. Next time you find yourself wandering Little Tokyo, do yourself a favor and walk through those doors. You can thank me later.

This place is pretty great when they aren't busy. When they're busy though, the bartenders are rude…read moreaf. I refuse to scream at bartenders to get served, however the last time I was there after standing there for 15 minutes trying to be patient waiting for my turn and getting skipped over for rude customers being pushy, I realized it was necessary which only pisses them off even more but at least you're able to get a drink which is why most people are there in the first place! Lots of TVs for watching sports, skeeball, pool, food stand for tacos inside...

Food/Drinks: Their beer and cider selection was incredible! They really lean into a mix of crisp…read morelagers and ales plus some fun ciders made with apples which was so fun to see! They also had pizza vendors on site, and it was so yummy, a perfect pairing with the drinks. Service: Friendly and easygoing, it was quite busy when we went but the valet was a nice touch especially when parking is limited. Some friends of ours found parking on the side streets though can't go wrong with the available service Atmosphere: The atmosphere was great both inside and outside! It's set up as a brewery, cider house, and beer garden all in one, an urban backyard vibe with fire pits and open sky. Such a fun, laid back spot to hang out with friends

My favorite brewery in LA! They have such a good selection of beers and I love how they have a…read moreseparate area for ciders. They're dog friendly and I just hosted my birthday there and the staff are all so nice and friendly. Parking: street or valet

I'm so sad to see this place closing soon. It was my favorite brewery in Los Angeles... I even had…read moremy engagement party with my fiancé here. The staff here is incredible in a fabulous location. Even though you had to fight for parking, the brews were good and so were the vibes. The food trucks were great! The seating has ample space above the place and below. The best part was being able to walk around to the Truly LA bar or even the arcade down the street. I need to stop by one last time to say goodbye, but you were loved. You were magnificent. Thanks for the good beers and laughs! Until next time, partner.

Great spot overall with a really nice, open layout, there's plenty of space to hang out without…read morefeeling crowded. The environment is relaxed and inviting, and they have a solid selection of beers to choose from. It's also cool that they bring in vendors, though they do seem to wrap up around 6pm. Just a heads up: they don't serve food inside, but there are food trucks right outside, so you won't go hungry. The only real downside is that you can't open a tab, you have to pay every time you order, which can get a little inconvenient. Still, a great place to chill, grab a beer, and enjoy the atmosphere.

Great weekend afternoon spot for a brew and food from their onsite restaurant, Chico's Tacos…read more I love that it's housed in a former Firestone tire shop and they left many of the old elements in tact. I opted for the blackberry cider this time. It was refreshing with just a hint of sweetness. It complemented the country fried wings with Korean bbq sauce. My friend got a trio of tacos, battered fish, chicken, and jackfruit that he thoroughly enjoyed. We easily found parking on the next block. And that both All Season and Chico's accept inKind for payment is another plus. The spot is great for gatherings, small or large, families and dogs and the atmosphere is festive but can get loud.

This place was such a vibeeeee! I would always pass by this spot in LA- such an attention grabber…read moreas it is an old tire shop converted into a bar with its original design. So much space to sit indoors or outdoors- indoors they show sports games, have arcade games, and my personal fav a huge Photo Booth!! It's Los Angeles so be prepared to struggle with parking but it's worth it; simply pay attention to signs. When coming in they ask to show ID, you and your group and grab any available table and the bar is open to start a tab at any moment! The service was quick and easy, the bartenders were super helpful with any questions we may have had and the prices were reasonable. We didn't try any food but we had plenty of drinks and they were great! I had a Lychee Martini & a "Hot Girrrrl Summer" drink and before I knew it they were goneeeee. Such a good time with my girls; chatting, drinking and taking pics- Will definitely miss the vibes but I will be backkkkk!

This is a really great space. Huge inside and outside. The neighborhood? I wouldn't go here at…read morenight. The staff are super nice and patient to let you try things. Beer I tried: Takk! Peaches: Peach takes awhile to come through. Very light. Neon Cylinders: Rowdy Red: Pretty tart and sour Pils, Baby!: not on untappd Bigger Dreams: Hoppy and bitter Yelp says this place recently closed :(

Favorite new place! I came for a game night but its the wrong day. I decided to seize the day and…read moretry some beers anyway. The area is beautiful and makes you feel like you are in another city, not DTLA. They have a ramp and stairs to access the spacious Venue. I felt like I was at home. The gentleman with the friendly smile was helpful and had such a pleasant demeanor. I sampled the dotsxcreators (tasty), east la ipa and the watermelon salt taps, very interesting flavor profiles. My first was a classic, The Dopest, and then I ordered the creaturevision (my favorite of the night!) Such a good time, met Teo and he was a blast to chat and sip with!

I love going to Lawless. I've often ended up here to watch important sports games like the World…read moreSeries or the World Cup. It's a great place to gather and drink with friends and friendly strangers. It's bigger than you think, too, since besides the main room it has a mezzanine, a private room near the bathrooms, and an outdoor patio area. While they don't serve food, there are always food trucks or other food vendors there. I also love the community events they put on. And social clubs even have meetups here. It's just good vibes all around. And honestly, every beer I've had here has been amazing. I recently had a sour that I loved. They also have slushies and nonalcoholic drinks. Their NA mojito was great when they had it. Only tough part is the parking but if the lot is unavailable, there's usually street parking in the neighborhood or across Vineland at the meters. Please keep being you, Lawless! ily

Lawless brewery is tucked away in a residential street, right by the heart of noho arts district…read more Great service with great staff overall and good vibes. There is plenty of street parking around and the place is walkable. I visited this past Friday for the soccer game (Brazil Vs. Haiti) and noticed it was not extremely packed as it was the night prior (Mexico had won). Walked in and formed line to place my beer order. I went with "Big Screen Energy" IPA 8.2% imperial/double. I enjoyed this flavor so much that I ended up getting two more rounds later. Plenty of beer selection on tap and even wine. They offer indoor/outdoor seating as well as some space upstairs. Indoors they have a big screen, and the outdoor patio has a TV. Lastly, the upstairs area has a smaller TV. They also have rotating food trucks for anyone that develops hunger or cravings. They are pet and child friendly; very welcoming overall. I enjoyed visiting once again.

Stopped by here before the dodger game. Parking is limited to street parking. They are plenty of…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. Since it was our first time there. We tried some hazy IPAs which is our preference. I was excited to try the painkiller because it's a milkshake but it was VERY sweet and coconutty. We also tried the Barrett's garden - which I loved but it was a little bit too hoppy since wanted to get a whole pitcher. We ultimately ended up getting the cloud drifter because it was super smooth and refreshing. A very solid hazy IPA and honestly now on my top 5 favorites!

Such a fun brewery. Big menu and offers NA beers. Parking can be terrible but not the end of the…read moreworld. Cool live music and different food trucks from time to time. Great for big groups. My only con- 1 bathroom! :(

Love the food and service. Caleb was super attentive and answered any questions i had. Thanks Caleb!read more

Caleb killed it with the service, checking in constantly seeing if we needed a drink. Gave great…read morerecommendations and was patient. The vibes were lit for the Mexico game!!