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Vallejo Brewing Company

4.5 (41 reviews)
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Menu as of 12/17/25 (for their full menu, you can walk next door & order to be delivered)
Donna F.

Walked in on a Wednesday night around 5pm. First timer, I usually go for porters or stouts and they had two stouts available, Milky Milk (5.2%) & Coconilla (almost 12%). Bartender let me sample both and I loved the taste and smell of Coconilla. BF decided on a pint of Oktoberfest. We also ordered the pulled chicken bowl and a side of rice & beans. Food arrived in less than 10 min from next door! We also picked up a shirt (a Christmas gift) and the license plate sticker..proud to represent Vallejo! Food was delicious, beer was terrific...we'll be back.

Jes M.

Excellent brewery this was. I'm glad i stumbled into it. I started with a flight and there was some badies and others not so much. I didn't get to try their food but looked good. I'll definitely be coming back soon.

Vallejo West and Bay Haze
Alliza Anne K.

Stopped by on a Saturday evening and was really excited to try a new brewery in my hometown! The space is super open and spacious with plenty of beers on tap. Loved that they also have board games to play and even arcade games to keep things fun. Service was quick and our server was very sweet. Overall, a great spot to hang out and try something new!

Madison M.

I love being able to support small businesses in my local communities and this is certainly one of them. They have a solid amount of beer options and I loved that I was able to bring in some different from Gracie's next door. Staff were friendly and provided recommendations on what to order as well. I'll definitely be back!

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Ingrid G.

Vallejo truly needs places like this. Laid back atmosphere, friendly staff, good food, and a personal for me is comfy seating options. They have small and larger tables, the bar area, and lounge chairs of different kinds around so something for everyone. I like that some seating is away from the main sitting area and I get claustrophobic. They have a good selection of beers and drinks like house-made seltzers and micheladas (the michelada is not a typical Mexican michelada so keep expectations low on this one but it did the trick.) Good parking. All in all a very nice and needed addition to Vallejo's downtown.

The DayDrifter was excellent and the Tropical Punch seltzer was amazing.  The CampFire Reverie is an exceptional dark stout.

A gem right in downtown Vallejo, serving up a ton of beer options, seltzers, and bbq food from Gracie's next door. Very cool vibe, with a constantly changing menu of beer options. Pinball machines, board games, lots of different theme nights/events. It's as good (if not better than) Mare Island Brewing Company. Clean with friendly staff.

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Yuan Y.

Good beer. Octoberfest is an exceptional. Very clean and pleasant atmosphere to visit.

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Leslie C.

We attended a birthday party at VBC. They offer beer and hard seltzers. You can order food next door at Gracie's. The place is nice and clean. They have several TVs for watching sports. Kayla was an amazing host to our large group. Thank you, Kayla.

Tulip glass of "Strawrange" sour - a hint of orange sweetness

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Thanks for coming in, Joseph! We'll see you again soon!

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Great spot that I think has improved over the past couple years. Good ambiance with a hearty beer selection. Rice Lager is the way to go!

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Beer is on point - everything is really well balanced and tasty. Food options are awesome, too!

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A gem right in downtown Vallejo, serving up a ton of beer options, seltzers, and bbq food from Gracie's next door.

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I'm writing another review because I just can't say enough about how wonderful David and Kat and…read moreeveryone at Hopulent are. The food is always delicious with a rotating seasonal menu. The best fries I've ever had anywhere. Fantastic drinks including an amazing bloody mary. Indoor and outdoor seating and a beautiful multilevel patio area. And the cleanest, most pristine bathroom I have ever seen, that bathroom is spotless. Kat remembers our kids names, even between long stretches where we haven't come in for dinner in a minute. David and Kat promised our daughter they would make her a special Very Berry Mac and Cheese for her birthday. Something off menu, made to order just for our 5 year old, and just asked us to call the day before so they could be sure to have the berries. She felt so special and loved by these wonderful people who went out of their way to be kind to a neighborhood kid. AND Kat surprised us with mini berry cupcakes at the end of the meal. This is service you don't get anywhere else. AND the food is the best in Vallejo. If you haven't gone there yet, you are missing out on a true hidden gem.

Loved the outdoor seating! I was like enjoying the afternoon in someone's backyard…read more Food was fresh, made to order so it took some time. We had the Ban Mi, spicy chicken sandwich, fish & chips & the Jalapeño & bacon mac n cheese. Mac n cheese was FAB! Chicken sando was two thumbs up. The other two were good but really not worth mentioning. Service by the lady who worked the register was great! The gal who brought out our food was meh. I guess we were really turned off when we asked for extra napkins and she said something to the effect of "if I have time, I'm really busy and there are other people I have to help!" Well, excuse us! She did come down with a very small handful of paper towels. Meh. If I were in the area again, I'd go back but it's probably not a place I'd need to visit again.

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Came here for drinks. Tried the Bahn-Mi--delicious with a spicy kick. Recommend. Also tried Teacup…read moreMasala. It was okay. Not my fave. Loved this spot and the vibes. Will definitely be back. update: 3 months later. Came for trivia night. Had the "last word" drink which was okay. I also had the "tears of the kingdom" which was tasty. I'd have that one again. Also love that they were showing a movie. Like so cool. I was invested.

Came for a listening event but left soon after due to basically being ignored. We walked in a…read morelittle late because I was coming from work and one of the employees saw us standing at the door but continued on as if we weren't there. There was trivia taking place so we walked up to ask for a sheet but she just handed us a poster for the event and shooed us away. We sat down to wait thinking there was going to be another activity afterwards but there was not and in the end, they passed out tote bags to participants. I was very excited for these as they were advertised online with purchase but when I asked how I can buy one, she stated "only trivia participants can get a tote." Poor advertising since online it stated tote bag gifted with purchase and they did not follow through. I even asked if there could be any exception since we weren't offered a trivia sheet but nothing. Didn't realize that you couldn't participate in a "listening event" if you didn't show up exactly on time. Even more upsetting is that before we left, we saw her bring the almost full box of tote bags to the back so there were definitely extras.. In addition, as we sat down, we could also see another employee checking in with every other table except us. We were not even offered or given the chance to look at their drinks or food. As a person of color in a very white space, it felt a lot like we were being excluded on purpose. It was not a nice feeling. The space felt very unwelcoming and I hope they don't treat other customers this way. I even browsed in their vinyl section because I didn't want to feel like my trip was an absolute waste, only to find that they had limited music at an upcharged price. Very disappointing.

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Some of the best dining experiences aren't planned, they're discovered…read more With the thermometer climbing to 103 degrees, the Spain vs. France World Cup semifinal kicking off on the big screens, and a craving for an ice-cold craft beer, I wandered into Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom, a downtown Fairfield favorite that's been serving locals since 2017. Within minutes, I knew I'd found exactly where I wanted to spend a hot summer afternoon. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between neighborhood tavern and craft beer destination. Vintage bicycles hang overhead, dozens of rotating taps line the wall, and the energy is lively without ever feeling chaotic. Whether you're catching the match, meeting friends after work, or simply escaping the summer heat, Rustwater has that welcoming vibe that makes you want to stay for another round. Following the bartender's recommendation, I ordered the Chicken Ciabatta from the specials board with a side of crispy tater tots, and it was absolutely the right call. The sandwich arrived beautifully presented on a perfectly toasted ciabatta roll with just the right amount of crunch. Inside was juicy grilled chicken layered with smoky bacon, melted provolone, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and a flavorful pesto mayo that brought everything together without overpowering the fresh ingredients. Every bite delivered a wonderful combination of textures and balanced flavors. The tater tots were exactly what great tavern food should be, golden, crisp, and light on the outside with a fluffy interior. They became downright addictive when dipped into a combination of ketchup and a Ghost Hot Sauce that once they are out they are out adding a slow-building kick that complemented the crispy potatoes perfectly. As I enjoyed a cold pint from their outstanding rotating tap list, Spain put the finishing touches on a 2-0 victory over France, sending them to the World Cup Final. Great soccer, an exceptional craft beer, and a fantastic lunch, it doesn't get much better than that on a scorching summer afternoon. Rustwater has earned its reputation over the years, and it's easy to understand why. Friendly service, an outstanding craft beer program, elevated tavern food, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger long after the final whistle. If you're looking for one of downtown Fairfield's best spots to enjoy creative tavern fare, explore an ever-changing lineup of craft beers, and catch the big game, Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom deserves a place on your list. I'll definitely be back to see what's on tap next, and without question, those crispy tater tots will be making another appearance on my table with the ghost hot sauce, if still available, due to the company going out of business.

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The menu selections were broad enough to be interesting, but not so deep that it felt overwhelming…read more I created a tasting, taking it slow, and enjoyed each of my selections. Starting with the Mt. Beautiful Estate Sauvignon Blanc, found this good. It's good, but not great. It's a decent wine but I think there are other more interesting Australian wines out there. The Rabble Rosé from Paso Robles was crisp with just an edge of tart. Like roasted strawberries, if that makes sense. And the Seaglass Riesling from the central coast is now a fave. It's a sweeter wine and a good end to a tasting, for sure. Glad I explored that one. It far exceeded my expectations. The vibe is good. The team is wonderful, caring and attentive, even if their internet went down and they weren't able to process cards quickly. They kept their frustrations focused on the tech and their attention on their customers. And the people who come in - there for a good time. This was our first experience here. We'll be back, for sure!

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