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    1886 Brewing

    4.2 (642 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Turkey ABC Sandwich & Bodega Sando
    Randi B.

    Had brunch here on a Sunday. Got there at about 11:40 and there were ample tables available, yay for no wait! It looks nice in here, there are lots of TVs and they had every imaginable sports game on when we were there. The chairs were so comfy! I was very pleased with the seating. Our waitress was really nice, but she was swamped with some very needy tables, so I think she did her best with us. He had one of their light beers and said it was ok. I had the Yuzu Lychee hard seltzer, wasn't a fan. It tasted more like apple juice to me, I didn't finish it. I had the Bodega Sando that has scrambled eggs, a hash brown patty, bacon, "spicy" sauce, and is served with house potatoes. I really liked my sandwich and the potatoes! I didn't find the spicy sauce to have a hint of heat though, I was fine with it. He had the Turkey ABC sandwich with bacon, lettuce, avocado, and pepper jack cheese, served with chips. I liked my meal better, but he enjoyed it. We do want to come back, he wants to try their burgers, I want to try the Brunchcuterie board which sounds really unique and tasty. We'll make it a point to visit again soon!

    Trini M.

    Dropped by on a Sunday night while in the area with my husband. It has that brewery vibe on the outside, but it's way more pub than just brewpub. Solid food menu and great beer/cocktail lineup. We'd snacked earlier so we weren't too hungry, and shared a couple plates. We went with the guac with chips and chicharrones, and the gabagool burrata flatbread (delicious). I went with the strawberry mule, and my husband grabbed a beer, I forgot which one. Everything tasted way better than expected. Definitely a must try if you're anywhere near the Orange Circle. Wish it was closer to Whittier, we'd be regulars.

    Terrence Y.

    3rd time here and it's a great spot right in Old Town off the circle. It's huge with a ton of seating and a long straight bar. I used to have an issue because the old brewer refused to make or even serve hazy's. I drink other beers, but I do prefer hazy's. They're between brewers now and realized a bunch of people do like hazy's so they're service them. The bartender is always friendly and provides quick service. The food is good and tasty, especially when paired with their beers.

    Cobb Salad
    Nana K.

    Don't let their name fool you into thinking this is just a brewery. While 1886 does offer some amazing brews, their food is just as fantastic. Every time I visit here, I am always impressed by all their plates. I came here with the hubbie yesterday for some drinks and early dinner. My hubbie's meatloaf was the best meatloaf I've ever tasted. Savory and hearty, with a bit of crisp on the edges. Served alongside with perfectly cooked Brussel sprouts. Even my chicken Cobb salad was delicious. They (of course) have a variety of beers, wines and cocktails. Vibes are chill at 1886. I saw many group of friends just hanging out, as well as a family with children. A casual hangout place for all! Service was great. Price is very reasonable. And food and drinks, exceptional. No matter the year, I'll always love coming back to 1886.

    Mike Tai! Delicious!!
    Margaret K.

    Omg!! Love this place! We spent the day at Dana Point and used Yelp to find a place to eat on the way home. This establishment is much, much more than a brewery. The inside is so relaxing with sports on the tv's. Our server, Kaitlyn, had a great personality and such a great server!! Thank you Kaitlyn for making our dining exper so good!! We shared the 1886 burger. It was so juicy and char broiled. My husband said it was the best burger he had in a long time. The fries were homemade served with delicious ranch dressing. Yummy!!! For our beverage we both had a "Mike" Tai. One of the best Mai Tai's we have had. The best oartbosnouebwholenmealnreally was the burger and our server Kaitlynn. Wished we lived closer to the Circle of Orange because we would be regulars here. You must try 1886 Brewing! You will be so glad you did!! Thank you to the cooks, bartender and Kaitlynn for a great evening and meal!!

    Brunch board! Perfect for our family of 3
    Erica A.

    Been to this location a few times for brunch and the food has always been delicious. We normally get the brunchuterie board and share it amongst and it's always more than enough food wit really great options. Not to mention they have bottomless mimosas for $20. Service is pretty good too!

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    David N.

    This review is for the lunch special (contrast 14 bucks for an amazing burger very good fries and a drink with $18 for a bagel sandwich à la carte around the corner - no contest.!) I walked by this place in the past I've seen it is kind of an evening public experience but the lunch special is a hidden gem on the circle. Service was good. I interacted with three different people all had a great attitude, friendly and helpful..

    5 dollar whiskey smash. Happy hour
    Vu N.

    1886 brewing !! People rate This place as one of the best happy hour spots. So I had to check it out Value. Definitely 5 stars!! 5 dollar select beers and cheap eats. Happy hour chile verde poutine was huge. Like enough for 4 people. Unfortunately I thought it was too salty. Salted fries with salty meat etc. made it way too salty for me. Fix This and it be great 5 dollar whiskey smash. Tastes pretty decent. Nice mint flavor. Great price Overall great experience I'll try other foods next time. Great service. Definitely be back

    Vi N.

    My gf and I went bar hopping into this delight for lunch. (It's 5 o'clock somewhere lol) we had such a blast enjoying the environment this pub gives. The service was good and attentive, they are very professional. The food is slightly pricey for the amount of food given (our salads), but nothing dramatic, your typical pub prices and great upgraded food quality. The food was good and overall we have no complaints. Simply an enjoyable pub! Also loved that they have an indoor and outdoor space. Alot more spacious than I thought when we walked in! There is a narrow back alley, it seems to be keep clear and clean, so just be careful of your surroundings!

    Cindy T.

    Great place to watch a game and have very good food! right down downtown Orange ample space & bar seating area. I really enjoy the fig and goat cheeseburger. One of the best I've ever had. The wings were also good. Service was great. The ladies are attentive and polite.

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    Carlos C.

    1886 in old town . Really good spot for lunch can't wait to try their breakfast one day. I had thier shepherds Pie and it was absolutely delicious . A delicious spot to try. Good job people keep giving smiles! Oh and the beer selection, amazing!

    Grey goose martini & double IPA
    Mimi L.

    A brew restaurant and bar at the orange circle. We came in for an early dinner after chili fair. We had some chili tastings but they were just finger food. The menu was comfort food and the prices were so good. We had wings with veggies, cob salad and shepherd's pie. The food was tasty enough in large portions. Hubby had a martini and I had a double IPA. The service was friendly and attentive. A solid brew restaurant if you love beer and comfort food!

    Jay R.

    Came here because it seemed beautiful. Then my sister recommended it. Upon arriving we were greeted and the hostess was wonderful (3,7,26 @ 11:45am: sorry I don't know her name). We did wait a few minutes to get our orders in but-- our waiter, when he came to us turned out to be the best server. His name is Nick and he was awesome!!! Constantly checking in on all his tables and making sure they were happy. The food was brought to us and it was okay. . My Benny's were not runny which was disappointing because that's why Benedict's are made for; but the service made up for it. He had to depart for lunch and left us with Micheal who is a sweet soul. Definitely recommend to come here and drink and eat.

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    Nick and Alison are GOATED servers, made the experiance so much better. Answered every question we aksed . Food and drinks are unmatched.

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    Are you board game friendly? As in ca. a small group eat, drink, and play a board game at a table?

    Absolutely! Our patio is perfect for this.

    Do you guys do bottomless mimosas?

    Yep, on sat and Sunday brunch between 10am and 2pm.

    Any gluten free beers? Are kids allowed?

    Kids, yes. It's a full restaurant. As for GFB, I'm not sure. They have a rotation though. So, I think they usually have at least 1 GFB.

    Do you have gift cards available?

    Yes, we sure do.

    Do you accept party of 14?

    Yes we do.

    Do you have a happy hour meny?

    They have happy hours from 3-6. Just not sure about the menu

    Do you take parties of 8 people?

    Yes.

    Are you guys open for outdoor dining?

    Yes

    Do you have any Vegan friendly menu items?

    Yes! The grain bowl without Parmesan is a great option and delicious!

    Is it dog friendly on the patio?

    Yes it is, 2 dogs max. Must be well behaved.

    Will there be wine options?

    Yes, a lot of options.

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    We were craving to come here and enjoy their beers and food. We had no idea that the Monster truck…read moreevent was taking place. They were charging for parking so we paid $30 plus processing fee. Kevin the manager couldn't care less that we were here as customers not for the monster truck thing so they didn't give us a table and we had to sit at the bar. He initially said that there was a 30 min wait even though we could see empty tales. We had already paid so we had to stay to get the $30 discount on your bill when spending $30. He was not willing to refund since they were not technically the ones charging you. Once we sat at the bar, the bartender was nice and made us feel comfortable so we could enjoy our night. The place was crowded with families with kids, adults just overindulging and being very loud. The moment the event started time got closer, all of this crowd started leaving which allowed us to really enjoy our night. The food was great as always. The poke nachos are really tasty with a good balance of fish and nachos. The fish and chips is one of our go to dishes they are always perfectly cooked. We have noticed that shrinkflation has happened throughout the years, but after enjoying a few beers you don't notice anymore. This was the first time trying their burger and it was amazing! The patty was perfectly cooked and the flavors just worked together. We also decided to give the beeramisu a second try and we enjoyed it. It is a creative and unique twist to your traditional tiramisu. Since it had been a while, we didn't even know that they have a club now. We gladly join and got the poke nachos as a welcome gift. Overall the experience started on a bad note but we left happy after good food, service and drinks. Also, Kevin came by after the mess to check on us and apologize for the inconvenience. Make sure you check the angel stadium for event before you come, they will be busy.

    1886 Brewing - brewpubs - Updated May 2026

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