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    Ogopogo Brewing

    4.6 (284 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Haliya
    Karen C.

    Wow, never knew this was in our backyard this whole time! Local brewery that has award winning beer, put this place on your radar because it's on the up and up. Dog friendly, outside patio, many tables for hanging out, it's a favourite third space. I come here anytime I want a quick dranky drank mini-mental get away. Free parking, beers are super affordable and most importantly tasty. My all time fave is their Haliya, an ube coconut beer. It's shockingly purple colored and has a smooth sweet flavor. Everyone that I bring this beer to, have positive thoughts about it. Friday night trivia is pretty fun too, starts at 7pm! Sometimes it's tough as you're playing against parties of many people, but it's the journey not the destination.

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    Cindy Z.

    This local brewery is hidden away on Commercial Ave along San Gabriel Blvd. The space is actually quite large with indoor and outdoor seating. They offer an ube beer called Haliya ($5 for 10oz), where you can even add boba in it for extra. It's a chill spot to grab a drink after work or hang with friends. They have a small food menu, which includes a happy hour deal of a hot dog with a beer. Also, dog-friendly which is always a plus.

    Hazy
    Victoria R.

    Amazing brewery not just for the quality beer but for the people behind it. Top notch! I will come back again and again.

    Ube beer - good flavor
    Hannah L.

    Ube beer?!! I'm not a fan of beer, but this was not bad. I like the vibes here and how spacious it is. Trivia nights every Friday is fun, but they should have speakers at various angles because it's tough to hear in the corner near the patio entrance (all the other tables were taken by the time we got in just before 8pm.) Would be interested to try their food. Since they have a kitchen now, you aren't allowed to bring in outside food unless it's Mon-Wed when their kitchen is closed.

    Martin L.

    I enjoyed their rotating seasonal options -- super fresh and well-balanced. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, happy to make recommendations if you're not sure what to try. It can get a little crowded at peak times, but that just adds to the lively atmosphere. Parking is a bit tight, but once you're inside, it's worth it. Overall, a great brewery to grab a flight, hang out with friends, and try something different. Definitely coming back!

    Guardians of the Gate west Coast Pilz. Recommended!
    Tom C.

    The short story: I've never had a beer here I didn't like--or at the very least, respect. The lineup is inventive but still tips its hat to the classics. Into a crisp lager, traditional IPA, or juicy hazy? They've got you. Feeling adventurous and craving something exotic or globally inspired? Also covered. Honestly, if you're a beer fan, this place is a no-brainer. And if you're not a beer fan... what are you doing here? Go drink a Fresca in shame, you weirdo. They've got food, too, though the menu is on the smaller side. Definitely check kitchen hours (weekends for sure), and sometimes there's a food truck out front. The in-house eats are simple but solid--flat-top sandwiches, a few snacks. The turkey melt? Surprisingly excellent. The pretzels? Straight out of the freezer, the kind you could score at a movie theater--so maybe skip those unless you're also craving overpriced popcorn. The space itself is bright, modern, and spacious. Music's low enough that you can actually talk without shouting, and seating options abound: indoors, outdoors, or on the covered patio. Plenty of hangout zones depending on your mood and the weather. Just a heads-up: it's tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac with limited parking, so you'll probably end up on the street. But hey--you're about to down a few pints, so the extra steps count as cardio. Balance restored.

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    Paulina M.

    The space is casual and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed afternoon hang or catching up with friends. Staff was friendly and happy to offer recommendations. Easy spot to unwind without the pretentious brewery feel -- I'd definitely come back.

    Indoor dining area
    Roni V.

    A simple, nice Brewery with a fun name, a nice sized patio, great open space and kid and pet friendly. You order at the front with the friendly staff, grab a taster a sampler, a snack and a board game, find a seat and after making your drink choice enjoy your brew. They have co-ed restrooms, the street parking is limited and the place tends to get hot so dress accordingly. Cheers!

    Graciela C.

    I tried different brews and liked the Sharlie the most (Hazy IPA). It's a very chill place to hang out as it is not very crowded. Feel free to ask for samples whenever they have some new brews and you're not sure what to get. They allow you to bring outside food as well.

    turkey melt was really good
    Victoria K.

    They have a good selection of beer. Although they have a small food menu, the food was fire! I tried the turkey melt and quesabirria. Both were tasty, especially the melt. They paired well with my drinks. The service was efficient. Everything came out on time. The place is nice and decent in size. They have outdoor seating and an area by the entrance where you can catch a breeze or people watch. There's parking but it can fill up quickly during peak hours.

    Menu as of January 2020
    Penny P.

    Catching up with friends here and it was a lovely afternoon to sit in the patio area. Parking is still wherever you can find a spot :) Staff members are friendly and the place still has a very chill vibe. Pets are welcomed! They also have a food menu and you can place your order at the bar. For drinks...ordered the Haliya this time around and it was yummy. Gotta get that ube and coconut!

    IPA
    Brian V.

    4++ Great brewery that feels located a little off the beaten path (coming from someone who is not really familiar with this particular area. There's a good selection of beers on tap and the beertenders were very friendly. The space itself is really nice. Feels like it's been open for onfly a few years at most. Really great place for groups or just to catch up with someone. A buddy of mine knew of this place and he was getting out of a conference in the area. I also happened to be in the area so we decided to meet up here. Ordered a couple of the IPAs and sat down at one of the plentiful seats/ tables. There were some interesting bottles for sale, but at this point (or the time of my visit) I just had too many bottles at home. I wish I could have tried some of the heavier, darker beers on tap, but they were only available in the bottles at the time. Maybe next time!

    11/7/24 FYI, menu
    Lee D.

    Thank you to my daughter for taking me here. Had a good beer for dinner and craved more. My wife wanted me to hit a supermarket and go home to drink... My daughter and I wanted to PARTY! We won, lol. Quality/Quantity - Had and sampled the following: Haliya - Ale with ube and coconut, the flavors were very pronounced, in a good way. Too bad I do not like these flavors in my beer, next. Drudge - I started my night with this as I was working my way up, lol. This was okay. Sharlie - Hazy IPA, this was so smooth and drinkable, too smooth. My favorite of the 3 beers. Mommy Long Legs - I believe a Hazy Triple IPA, again drinkable. I think I ended the night with this... Yakumama - Similar to above but even a stronger/higher alcohol beer. I chose not to get this as this was going to be my 4th beer and I wanted something slightly lighter. Atmosphere - Cool space. Both indoor and outdoor. Got here for Bingo night, unplanned. But Major (that's his name) was so welcoming and engaging, we decided to play. And because we won 3 games, I ended up drinking 3 beers, lol. We only came here for 1 beer, but bingo kept us here until closing! Clean unisex bathrooms, I especially liked the beer label wallpaper. If I had a man cave, that would be my decor! Limited parking, but not an issue for a Thursday Bingo night. Service - 5 stars. Both Major and the bartender were cool, inviting, welcoming, etc. Price - $25 + generous tip. I was tipsy by the time I left, pun intended. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2018, we will be regular customers!

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    Cool spot. The beers are good and the vibes is great. Wished they had TVs to watch sports.

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    Ask the Community - Ogopogo Brewing

    Is trivia on Fridays still happening? ** If so, what time does it start?

    Yes

    Is it dog friendly?

    Yes, there is an outdoor patio.

    When are the TVs coming? It'll be really cool if you showed football or basketball games?

    NO TVs!! ugh

    Do they serve food?

    No but sometimes they have food trucks

    Are you open for outdoor visit now? What days and food options available?

    Hi Minh, yes we are opening our patio on Wednesday from 4-9

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes, kids are allowed. There's a train table and games for you to borrow!

    Can I bring a growler to fill?

    I stopped in awhile back and they didn't fill growlers. Instead they do crowlers. Kinda sad as it breaks with tradition... kinda rad as it keeps beer longer at home.

    Is there free Wi-Fi and/ or outlets to study there?

    Hi Christina, Yes we have outlets and free wifi, studiers welcome!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Hi James, Yes dogs are allowed

    Are there any TVs to watch football games?

    i haven't been in 3 months, but as of then, they didn't and indicated they didn't want the place to become a sports bar, wanted it to be a place people just enjoyed beer for its sake.

    Do they serve wine too?

    No, Beer only.

    Can you bring your own food?

    Hi Dee, Yes outside food is welcome

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    I've worked blocks away from this place since they opened and knew they had outstanding reviews but…read moreonly first came here with my wife a few years ago. It is now our favorite local place to unwind with a few libations, some games and usually an enormous, delicious pretzel. The staff is next-level friendly, and it rubs off on the customers, most of which are regulars. They host so many events and always keep the menu exciting. Plus they have an awesome dog-friendly patio! Love this place. The only negative thing I'd say is that the roar of the customers against the hard-surfaced walls and ceiling can really get overwhelming at times, but whatever. Not usually a big deal. Just hit the patio if it's too noisy inside. Definitely check out the place if you haven't yet.

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    Small local brewery in Pasadena that's beneficial to the community, have seen people reserve a few…read moretables for parties and they have meet-ups. For example, they have a Spanish Language Brewery Meet-up every 3rd Thursday from 7:30-9:30pm monthly. Parking is street only so be mindful of the neighbors. There is no food service at this location but they seem to partner with a couple food trucks serving tacos. Some inside open air seating but the main draw is the relaxing patio. I liked their hard seltzers with fun flavors as jicama, tamarindo and passionfruit. I didn't like so much their signature Yerba Mate Pale Ale, but thought it was an interesting concept. The happy hour special is Monday all day and Tuesday-Friday open until 6pm $2 off full pours. Very family friendly, I always see a couple tables with children and dogs at them. Maybe I'm getting to be an old fuddy duddy but I hate when parents let their kids go free range. Screaming and running around like the establishment is a park these kids becoming trip hazards. There needs to be a revamp of their board game collection. There three boxes of games that looked incomplete or used up, not good with such games as Scrabble and Pictionary. Free Wifi with log-in is a bonus!

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