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Breweries and Beer Gardens in San Jose, CA

20 of the 61 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we list in San Jose are breweries or beer gardens.

Choosing a beer spot depends on whether you want an active production taproom with limited food or a spacious outdoor garden with full kitchen service. Family and pet policies vary widely between urban industrial spaces and suburban beer lawns. Map pins show location, but they rarely indicate seating capacity, food truck schedules, or whether minors are permitted after dark.

  1. Clandestine Brewing

    980 S 1st St Ste b, San Jose, CA 95110

    Monday: 4-9PM, Saturday: 12-10PM, Sunday: 12-8PM

    Food servedPrivate events
  2. Hapa’s Brewing Company

    59 Barack Obama Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110

    Food served
  3. Los Gatos Brewing Co.

    163 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

    Friday – Saturday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm, Sunday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm

  4. Fox Tale Fermentation Project

    30 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113-1843

  5. Gordon Biersch Brewing Company

    357 E Taylor St, San Jose, CA 95112

  6. DTSJ Brewing Co

    370 S 22nd St, San Jose, CA 95116

  7. Hapa's Brewing Company

    460 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

  8. Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant

    1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110-1202

  9. Dbi Beverage

    500 Piercy Rd, San Jose, CA 95138-1100

  10. Camino Brewing Co.

    718 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113

  11. Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant

    33 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113

  12. Uproar Brewing Company

    439 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113

  13. Lazy Duck Brewing

    1723 Rogers Ave Ste E, San Jose, CA 95112-1124

  14. Narrative Fermentations

    101 E Alma Ave, San Jose, CA 95112-5944

    Monday - Friday 3p - 9p, Saturday 11a - 9p, Sunday 12p - 7p

  15. S27 Alehouse & Brewery

    461 Perrymont Ave, San Jose, CA 95125-1445

  16. Rock Bottom Brewery in Campbell

    San Jose, CA

  17. Floodcraft Brewing Co.

    777 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126

  18. Santa Clara Valley Brewing

    101 E Alma Ave, San Jose, CA 95112-5944

  19. Piazza dei Coop

    108 E Younger Ave, San Jose, CA 95112-4947

  20. Strike Brewing Co. & Warehouse Taproom

    2099 S 10th St # 30, San Jose, CA 95112-4116

Check tap rotation and food options. Many craft breweries do not operate full kitchens and rely on rotating food trucks or allow outside food, while beer gardens typically serve a set food menu.

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Do breweries and beer gardens allow children and dogs?

Policies differ by venue and time of day. Outdoor beer gardens and family-oriented taprooms often welcome kids and leashed dogs, but some urban spots restrict entry to ages 21 and over in the evening. Always check a venue's specific rules before visiting with minors or pets.

What is the difference between a brewery taproom and a beer garden?

A brewery taproom focuses primarily on beer brewed on-site, often with indoor seating and a view of the brewing equipment. A beer garden is typically an outdoor or semi-outdoor space that serves beers from multiple producers alongside full food service.

How much do flights or pints typically cost?

Pints of core craft beers generally range from $6 to $10, while specialty, barrel-aged, or high-ABV releases may cost more. Tasting flights usually run between $10 and $16 for four small pours.