I've been going here for a very long time. The service is great. The grain selection is good enough to make anything you want. Just keep an eye on how the grain is bagged and handled. There have been mistakes as far as milled or unbolted and combining when it's requested not to be. Of I could make one recommendation to them. They need to really work on their yeast selection and in stock. It's hard to find the right yeast you want sometimes. Otherwise, great LHBS. They also give discounts for brew club members. Join and check them out too. Great group! read more

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What an amazing little shop. They got everything you need for your home brews. I'm trying to make strawberry wine for the first time and they had everything I think I need in manageable portions. But they also have supplies in large volume as well. Tracy was friendly, helpful, and a gold mine of knowledge. Definitely recommend. read more

Stein Fillers - Pectin enzyme, wine yeast, and yeast nutrients - Brewing Supplies Near Me - Long Beach, California

I feel the need. The need for mead. Fermenting it, that is. Having designs to start fermenting the oldest known alcoholic beverage in the world, I began researching/watching videos, to see what I'd need. Being a longtime fermenter of kombucha, the process of making mead seemed quite similar. With a checklist of equipment and prices from online retailers, I made a visit to Stein Fillers to compare prices & gather tips from the staff. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=SOcm3uaDA3cpjyqWjaQG1g&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA A small, yet fully equipped home brewing supply store, Stein Fillers is stocked with everything necessary for a large macrobrew operation to the small scale home fermenter. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=W3I8IlBqsRgMEjwuMCSxig&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA I found the merchandise to be competitively priced with online retailers. Prices were cheaper on some items, more for other items. In regards to buying fragile glassware, I have piece of mind knowing they are intact (unless I drop them on the way home), opposed to hoping shipping doesn't damage them. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=zgs1QxXJFNoyyzflGsa1gw&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Service was good. The woman working that day was pleasant and made insightful recommendations for me to start my mead adventure. Stein Fillers also conducts classes on beer brewing every month. Parking is in the front, with more behind the building. Stein Fillers is located adjacent to Happy's Liquor, across from Jack in the Box. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=udS2mSgqzIi6FPg0JCpnsA&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Here I go on my journey to ferment the nectar of the Gods. My trip to Stein Fillers has me giddy with anticipation to dip my proverbial toe into making mead. I came home with most of the equipment I need, the rest I can source cheaper, elsewhere. I'm already planning to come back soon to make more purchases. Highly recommend! read more

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The greatest thing about Stein Fillers is their knowledge base. Their ingredients are high quality. Plus, you'll want to join the Long Beach Homebrewers. The annual dues is $25 and you get a 5% discount on all Stein Fillers purchases, which pays for itself if you're an avid brewer. There are monthly meetings where Homebrewers get together and share each other's brews. I'm a total n00b, 8 days into my first brew (Grapefruit IPA; ingredient kit is from Stein Fillers) and I ask them a ton of questions that they are more than happy to answer. read more

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They always have what I need and can make special brew kits for every occasion. I prefer IPAs and there is no shortage of options to tweak any recipe. read more

Grains by the pound, and all the kit you'd ever need. Their kits are pretty good too, but would like to see more in them like BB's kits have, eg grain bag, bottling sugar caps and sometimes labels. But super friendly and competent staff. Stein Fillers is a standard for the LB N.OC region. And support local shops!! Don't buy Ama-Z if you can find the time to drive over for a kit. read more

Brew supplies & nice people. Wine, beer, meed or whatever. Brew club meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00

The shop is good. They have always been good to me. Good hops and yeast selection. I like the liquor store/ treasure cooler next door too. #p3brews read more

So my brother had bought me my first home brew kit from stein fillers for Christmas and I needed to go buy a couple more things to start my first batch of home brew. This is my first visit to Stein Fillers and was helped out by Gary. I needed a kettle and an outside propane burner and Gary was very helpful and showed me around to my different options! We chatted for a bit and he gave me some pointers on starting my first home brew experience and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit! He mentioned to me that they have beer brewing classes as well and I'll update with my experience for that as I plan to attend. Thanks again Gary ! I highly recommend anyone stop by for their home brew needs. The shop is fully stocked with beer gear as far as the eyes could see. I'm extremely excited to start this process. Thanks again Stein Fillers! read more

I believe that these guys have been in business for quite some time. I'm not sure how.... These guys are strait up pricks... Yes they have plenty of grain, hops, yeast. Prices are just okay. As read in other reviews, customer service is atrocious. Seemed like I was inconveniencing them buy spending my hard earned in their store. The owned seemed as if he checked out and stopped giving a crap years ago. The helper, some dude with a 90's looking goat-tee, seemed as if he was actually going out of his way to be unpleasant. Sorry that you had to get up out of your chair and weigh some grains for me bro, but that's you job. Both times I asked for assistance they gave me a general "it's over there somewhere, find it yourseld" answer. I will not only NEVER shop here again, I will tell every homebrewer I know to shop at addisons where they are cool and friendly. If I could give you negative stars I would. I may however, give you the finger next time I drive by on the way to my friends house! Namaste bitches... read more

Stein Fillers - Brewing Supplies Near Me - Long Beach, California

My husband and his buddy have been wanting to try and make a small amount of beer for a while now. He's done research and was very excited to finally have a day off and time to journey to this shop. We went together, walked in and were immediately sabotaged by the clerk. I'm so disappointed for him. This guy was horrible, rude, and unhelpful. Instead of helping my husband figure out what he needed to get his feet wet and try making beer for the first time. The clerk was focused on the upsell and wanted to give my husband what he wanted him to make, instead of listening and guiding - which is his job!! Actual conversation: Shop clerk - What do know about brewing beer? Husband - Well, I brewed once with a friend-- Shop clerk, cut him off to say - I really don't care about what you know... My husband was so disappointed and discouraged, he left without buying the tools he needed to start a hobby that could have been something great. read more

Why do small businesses fail? Better yet, why do small businesses in LB fail? In this case it's because of Stein Fillers' lacking customer service. I could overlook their high-priced merch and the faded cheap ink on dusty store brand home brew boxes, but a disinterested 40 year-old employee answering our questions in 10 words or less is simply a dealbreaker. I'll gladly support Amazon over small-minded businesses such as this one. Got "newbie" questions? Call Valley Brewers in Solvang and they'll take care of you every step of the way. Don't waste your time or your money on these guys. read more

My BF and I have been a roll growing vegetables, fruit, composting, so why not home brewing our own beer! The store has everything you will need if you're a first time brewer or experienced. They will give their honest advice without trying to sell you more. They have kits in a box with a description of the beer. Once you buy the basic supplies, the only things you'll need is another kit and new bottle caps, so the cost of home brewing comes down to $30 for 48 12oz bottles. They also sell cold bottles of cola, root beer, and sarsaparilla for the kiddos or non-drinkers. read more

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The older reviews made me feel apprehensive about my first visit to this place (especially during COVID-19) but it turned out fantastic. There was a lady who helped me get the ingredients I needed for my first mead. Also all the ingredients came out less than if I were to buy them from Amazon. Give Stein Fillers a try, they won't bite! read more

As a newbie I found this place to be friendly, fully equipped and the staff was more than willing to help this first timer find what I needed to brew my first all grain beer, thanks guys! read more

The shop owner does NOT like questions. Even basic questions are answered begrudgingly and rudely. He doesn't seem to want business from anyone but experienced homebrewers, so if you are new to this like I am, go to other stores in Southern California even if the drive is a bit longer. I live less than 10 minutes away and have been in there a half-dozen times, and have never been treated politely. I'm now driving over half-an-hour for even small purchases. read more

I have to be honest. Contrary to some other reviews. I wasn't sure what to expect. I started going in about a year ago and at first I did notice the two guys there were a bit on the quiet side. Seems to me they kinda let you do your own thing. They will always ask if you need help. In my case I'm always looking for ideas based on what I see. When I have questions they seem to be open to helping without being mean or sounding snobby. I live in whittier which might very well be between Adisson and Stein Fillers. I will keep going here as long as they keep making good beer kits. Reasons to go to Stein Fillers? -Already made Beer Kits -List of Kits made for you with in minutes -Beer Kits are good price *Adisson Home Brew will make a beer kit for you but will cost around $40+ (quoted) Everyone is a noob at some point, just keep brewing! read more

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Great place to buy all of your brewing supplies. They have everything you'll need whether youre a beginner or a pro. Every time I go here I come away with more knowledge about brewing and more confidence that my brews will come out awesome! Their equipment prices are on par with internet prices with the added benefit of being able to talk to experts about their products. read more

People seem to be very sensitive. I assume those posting that the staff is rude are new to brewing and perhaps the staff come off as condescending but frequent customers and locals have different experiences. Hopefully the next visit will be a better experience. read more

This year I decided to start brewing some home made Root Beer and Hard Apple Cider as well as the Ginger Beer I have been brewing for the last year. However these were really new to me, so I stared looking for information on the web, I found some info here and there and then I found "Stein Fillers" in Long Beach CA. It turns out they are just down the street from me. They have a wide selection of brewing and wine making equipment as well as all the yeast, hops and other adjuncts (additives for flavor) you may need. It's a good sized store and well stocked, they have a friendly staff and they also offer a brewing class once a month and a brewing library open to the public for you to page though if you are looking for information about a specific style of brewing. Now for all the great things they have, (and I do think Stein Fillers is great). They could work on a few things that would greatly enhance the customer experience for both the novice and the accomplished home brewer. * 1st: they could really do with a good cleaning, making sure all the products on the shelves are clean and dusted. * 2nd: organizing all the brewing equipment better would make a big difference. * 3rd: the brewing library could really use to be reorganized as well. * 4th: the staff although very friendly could be a bit more polished as far as their customer service skills. Finally I would like to say again that I really like Stein Fillers, I think they are great and it's so cool to have a well stocked home brewing shop in our area. I just think if they polished the look and organized the store just a bit it could be stellar! Cheers! Kemper read more

Stein Fillers - Brewing Supplies Near Me - Long Beach, California

I guess if you know these guys or are dropping considerable amount of $$ you might have something good to say, but for me the customer service sucked. I went here to support a local business. It's 2018 and I could have easily gotten what I needed online, but I want to keep the brick and mortars around. I wont be back. The beer God at the counter was beyond rude and downright condescending. Thanks but no thanks for all my future needs. read more

My Husband has shopped at Stein Fillers for years. For the most part He has been very happy shopping there. The guy behind cash register has always been kind of short with his words, and thats okay. The last time I went in there with my Husband I asked the cashier a question about sugar drops that go in the bottles. He made me fill like I just asked the stupidest question He had ever heard. (I just let it go at that) But last night was the last straw!!!! (same guy ) cash register guy. Locked the door on my husband. He got there right at 6pm walked up to the door and He locked the door just as my husband was reaching to open it. The guy started to walk away and My husband knocked. The guy never looked back and just shook his head. We Will never go back to shop again. What kind of a jerk are you???? read more

Most likely shop to scare away new brewers in Southern California. Nice selection, horrible customer service. I've shopped at Stein Fillers from time to time over the years. It seems that every time I come in I overhear the older guy becoming annoyed and impatient with new brewer questions. The most resent time, a customer in line in front of me had a friend who was in the middle of brewing a batch. Apparently it was a Stein Filler kit and they had just noticed that it didn't include any finishing hops. She said that they had read a bit about finishing hops, and asked what kind she should grab. His response was,"how many batches have you brewed," in a very crappy tone. He then stated that new brewers should just follow the recipe, and refused to answer any questions about late hops, seeming visibly annoyed, and gesturing to me to step up the counter. Won't be returning. read more

Note: I am not an avid home brewer. I made 2 trips to this shop, one on an errand for my husband who is a home brew enthusiast, and another with my husband while he picked up a bunch of supplies. Selection of stuff seems sufficient, lots of choices of malts and grains and other stuff. Prices seem reasonable and comparable to other stores. Service, sucks. The first time I went in, I was just looking for bottle caps. Asked the man behind the counter where to find them, he vaguely pointed in an obscure direction. When I couldn't find them, I asked again, and he and another employee argued for a full minute about which of them would show me where the stuff was. Second trip, approached by an employee, "can I help you?" "Yes, we need this list of grains and we need them milled and bagged separately" Blank stare. Heavy sigh. Reluctant compliance. The guy working the register was nice enough, but not nice enough to make up for the rest of the people. Geography is the only reason I'd go back here, Fullerton is a long way to drive for bottle caps. read more

Went there on a whim when I decided I wanted to try my hand at wine making from home with all these pomegranates growing in the back yard. I've watched a few videos, and read up on a few recipes as I do with any new hobby im picking up, but I was hoping to get some help from a local shop. Boy was I wrong. Ok, dont get me wrong, I know understand that wine making isn't ALL too hard, but as a first timer, I would have appreciated it if the guy behind the counter could do a little bit of hand holding. He did pick out a carboy, airlock and yeast but he did not a care to help me with any of my questions. Overall, the shop seems nice and really beer focused. I am going back to grab some more gear now that I am almost done with my primary fermentation, but wish I knew more before going there, or hell, maybe the shop owner could have helped more. read more

Great little shop and it's open later than most supply stores and on Sundays. Store employees are super friendly, helpful and I always enjoy talking with them. I definitely recommend checking these guys out. read more

First visit to the shop, so take this review with a grain of salt. Walked in and received no greeting. The two working the shop were assisting other customers at that moment, but neither approached me even after they were free. I continued to look around for what I went into the shop for and noticed a third employee. He walked right by me and went to speak to some regular who walked in after me. A few more regulars walked in and the same occurred. Probably stick to buying stuff online for a while. Kind of a shame. Was looking forward to my first visit to this shop. read more

I called these guys up after a recommendation from a friend and I'm so glad I did. I was on the hunt for a brewing kit for my boyfriend for Christmas and they were so helpful explaining to me what I needed and didn't need to buy and helping me choose a beer kit that he might like (I know nothing about beer I'm a wine girl!) However, I ignored their recommendation to buy a stainless steel pot to go with the kit thinking I could get it for less at one of the local kitchen supply stores. My mistake. I ended up having to drive back there at the last minute and grab one because it was the best deal. A few months later after my boyfriend brewed a bunch of beer they were even nice enough to let him bring a bottle in for them to sample and give him some input on how to improve it. Really great and friendly place with a lot of experience and patience with a crazy girl trying to figure out what kind of kit to buy. :P read more

My husband is just starting out as a home brewer, so we visited this place for the first time today. It was everything all the other reviewers said it was: fully stocked with absolutely anything a home brewer would need, relatively reasonable prices, and super unfriendly staff. We were prepared for this, however, so went in well educated. One employee approached us, asking if we needed any help, so I decided to venture a question, and received the expected brush off. He did end up giving us advice, after I told him his vague answer to our question was not helpful at all. He was actually pretty friendly after that. Overall, I would recommend this place for the experienced brewer, or for those who are ready and willing to deal with elitist hipsters to get the products you want. read more

Normally I'm a patron of Culver City Home Brew but they are currently moving and are closed indefinitely. Stein has a wider selection of grains, malts, and hops. As far as what they carry, it's strong. I don't think a customer should hope for the shop workers to be a good mood to get at least adequate service. I tried opening the conversation, but the person working gave short snappy answers, even being sarcastic and absolutely uninterested in helping me. As an beginner home brewer, i would hope a shop like this would give more information instead of belittling someone that is just asking to learn more. read more

Probably the only brewery supply store in the area, but I would not call it a real brewery... though they do have samples. I've seen people driving down from Palmdale to buy supplies before. Usually the employees are very knowledgeable and helpful. Stuff they sell is very good, and their homebrew kits turn out really well. The only real complaint that I have is that I've had a few bad experiences with the owner and personally feel that he is both sexist and ageist. It was a long time ago though, so I don't even know if it is the same owner. read more

I've been shopping at Stein Fillers for my homebrew supplies for about 10 years, and I've never been disappointed. I've been able to make some GREAT beer in that time, and the staff is always very knowledgable and helpful. Beer ... it's what's for dinner. read more

Gary was super nice and helpful. I didn't feel rushed (or dumb) as he explained things in an informative way that wasn't condescending . Glad to have this beer supply nearby! read more

Contrary to some negative reviews, I had a good experience here. I'm new to homebrewing, and coming here, I felt supported. My questions were answered, and I found what I was looking for. I brewed a pale ale this weekend with easy-to-follow instructions from their already-made recipe kits. An older man with white hair and glasses helped me out, and encouraged me to attend their training that weekend. I appreciated that! It was intimidating for me because I'm new to this, and I don't want to be judged or humiliated, but this guy was very helpful and open to answer my questions. Everyone has to start somewhere. I had questions, I asked, and I was clear about what I needed. Not everyone's experience will be the same. read more

I have been going here since I started brewing a few years ago. The place is heavily packed with homebrew ingredients and equipment. The people are OK at best. I mostly come here for brewing ingredients. The store has a good turnaround time for grains and the hops are stored cold. The prices are very good. Good for location, prices, & selection. read more

Stein Fillers is fantastic. I've only been to a couple places thus far and only recently got into homebrew but they're the best. Got their basic homebrew system and a Russian imperial kit to go with it. The instructions with the kit were a bit foggy on the partial mash process but they offer a free introductory class which I took advantage of and was well worth the time (they demo a partial mash for the class). The staff here is always happy to answer any questions you have if you're willing to ask. This is going to be my go to store for a long time to come. read more

So awesome to have this local place to get our beer supplies. They have just about everything you need.

Having very limited options for home brew shops Steinfillers fits the bill. They have a large variety of malts, yeast, and hops. The best prices on bulk grain and yeast in all of los angeles county and even better than online. In addition to the great selection and prices, the customer service is top notch. I called ten minutes before closing time and Steinfillers offered to stay open another hour so i could drive down and get my ingredients before brew day. All in all, this is the best home brew shop that i have visited in los angeles and will be coming back! read more

I am very new to home-brewing and I am using a really cheap home brewing system that my Dad gave to me. The kit I am using comes with bottles but they are those "PET" plastic bottles, similar in quality to a 2-Liter, soda bottle. I am honestly not too crazy about those bottles and I had already used them all up in a previous batch of brew. Meanwhile, I have about 4 gallons of beer that I need to bottle before it starts to spend a little too much time in the keg, so it's a bit of an "urgent" issue. So yesterday, I start looking for a place to buy some bottling equipment and I come across this place. I called to see if they would have what I need and the guy who answered the phone said "We're closed right now, but come on down and I'll get you what you need". When I got there, he was nice enough to take down my e-mail address for their upcoming classes and show me some more advanced brewing kits that I might be interested in, despite the fact that (at this point) they had been closed almost 1 hour past their posted, store hours. I love it when a business goes out of their way to give good customer service! Suffice it to say that this "VIP treatment" will result in a lot of return business. If they treat everyone else half as well as they treated me, then you will not be disappointed! read more

What a great place for home brewers. They have everything and are very helpful. Used them for the supplies for my first all grain batch and it couldn't have been easier. If you brew beer or are thinking of brewing beer this is the place to go! read more