Chapman is definitely a craft beer player worthy of elite status. It's a great hangout space, with a friendly staff, and a neighborhood vibe. They feature approx 16 beers made on site, ranging from German Pilsner to Hazy & WC IPAs, Porter, Stout and Barleywine. I really liked the Hazy NEIPA I had. Another of many good reasons to visit Orange. read more

Love the ambiance! My buddies and I grab beer and play ping pong here. Would recommend!

5 stars! We hosted my husband's 50th birthday party at Chapman crafted and they did not disappoint. Jen, the event coordinator, was super friendly, organized, prompt and helpful. I had many questions and she had the answers. The day of the event, the staff had the Barrel room cleared out for us and helped us with the tables and TVs. They were all very friendly and continued to smile and clear excess glasses throughout the event. At the end of the night, the tab looked well calculated and organized (we chose to host the bar and used wristbands). We packed up our stuff and went on our way. Everyone at Chapman Crafted helped to create an awesome experience for my husband's 50th birthday! Thank you! read more

One of my favorite places to grab a beer. Super chill, great tasting beers, nice staff, and family friendly. I love food truck days, just wish they had them their more often. read more

Pretty awesome brewery to hang out & enjoy some good beer, I finally got to check out this brewery while I was in Anaheim for the UFC (while Chapman is listed in Orange it's about a 6 minute ride from Angeles stadium & the Honda Center). They have a pretty big selection of beers somewhere around 12 on tap when I was here, the Belgian & milk stout were pretty good. Since it was a pretty hot day my gal pal wasn't in the mood to take any risk with a flight and just went with a regular lager. I was surprised how good the lager actually was, since most craft breweries focus more and beers with complex flavors most of them tend to have sh1ty lagers/lite beers. Their "Hello Again" lager is very refreshing & has a good balance of flavor. The tap room has plenty of seating with board games to play & a few TV sets, if a tv in a brewery isn't your thing there's another room with additional seating, & a ping pong table. Tasters for flights start at $2, and pints are between $5 & $7. With this area of Orange being so close to Anaheim there are a hand full of other breweries near by, so if you're thinking about taking a mini brewery tour in the area make sure Chapman Crafted Beer is on your list. read more

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When you think of the Craft scene, Chapman Crafted definitely fits the profile. What do I mean? A place you can hang out with friends, a place that you can get food within walking distance, a place that you can just relax and be yourself. That is this place. And the taproom is like 3 separate rooms. One that has brewing equipment and a shared bathroom (and a standing shower for some reason that I one day would like to try) by the entrance, one that has the counter and dark space with the TV, and one that is a big hall that unfortunately for us, was used for special events and we were kicked out by 6:30pm (BTW, congrats to the beer loving couple that got married and used this space). When it comes to the beers, it has gotten better and better since I've first seen them a couple years ago at a Brewhaha event. Sure this place is a little ale heavy as in pales, IPAs, and reds. But you'll also find lagers, berliner weisse (That mango guava absofruitly is killer!), strong ales, and stouts. So a pretty well rounded varietal for everyone. I do see the taps set at a slow pour, which is great because you won't get a lot of carbonation this way. But it will take just about 1/2 minute longer for your flights here. Oh speaking of which, flights are 4 of your choices and prices can range from about $2 to $4 a pour. At least it was on the day I was here. They have a food truck here when I was here last Friday and we got some carne asada fries. Oh my favorite here at this time was their project treadstone. A BBA Strong Stout, clocking over 12% ABV. Roasty, Malty with coffee notes. I didn't pick up much of the barrel taste in the mouth feel but still overall a solid beer. We went to get food nearby and did a walking tour with friends from out of town. I love how convenient everything is in Old Towne Orange. The place is changing but for the better. You'll still see some places that won't change, like the Watson soda counter that is a favorite and a dying art. When we came back, the place was crowded by 8pm. So make sure you come early if you want to score a good seat in the brewery. Parking is FREE either on the street or behind the brewery. I believe it's a 3 hour limit. We need more of these breweries near here for a beer crawl, like much of those in the city of Anaheim. But for now, definitely make this a stop onto your current list. read more

I'd been here once or twice a while back, and the beer was good.. My wife and I recently decided to come back with our dog for a drink after work, and man, this instantly became our go-to after work brewery - let me explain why. The people. Chapman seems to have the best in the biz, specifically the tasting room manager, Chris. My wife went back and forth with what she wanted to try, and Chris was able to make a solid recommendation every time we went to the bar, that was on point. Aside from being incredibly knowledgeable with beer, he was just a great guy. We talked to him a few times throughout the night, and he checked in a couple times when we were seated to make sure we were still enjoying our beers. Our dog loved Chris too, and he took the time to kneel down and give him a couple scratches. Aside from having delicious beer and great food trucks (they seem to have gotten way better recently), that friendly and family atmosphere that Chris and the staff provided will keep us coming back for years to come. Cheers to Chapman and cheers to Chris! read more

Enjoy this place try to get there at least once a month It has great beer and good atmosphere I like that there is indoor and outdoor seating Food trucks vary all good Honestly another bathroom would be beneficial! read more

I love this place. I'm a local, and I like to come here in the afternoons with my computer and do some light work. The staff is friendly, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor tables to choose from, the internet is fast, and the beer selection is large, diverse, and ever-changing. The location is good too, because it's just far enough off The Plaza to offer good parking, but still convenient. The beer could mayyybe beer $1 or so less expensive, but if it helps keep the establishment going, then so be it. No in-house food options, but there's a food truck pretty often. If you're a beer guy/girl, Chapman Crafted is a must try. read more

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Good brewery. Ended up here for a birthday party and everyone was happy. Couple different rooms that are half indoor half outdoor (open garage doors), and a huge patio with yard games. The Chapman pils is their flagship but there are several experimental brews which is fun read more

Super mellow spot. Huge space, felt a bit barren on a slow night, and so was quickly reminded that yes, I'm drinking in a warehouse :P Lots of bistro lights and high top tables strewn throughout. Great variety of beers. Loved how you could build your own flight with however many pours, averaging $1.5 to $2 for each small pour. Great way to try out their selection. Walked away with a crowler of one of their delicious hazy IPAs. No kitchen, but they let you BYOE. Beers + pizza, great way to spend a night! Parking is a bit tight. read more

Chapman is my favorite local brewery in Orange County - I love their Zodiac hazy IPA series!

After a 16 mile hike in orange county we were looking to treat ourselves to a well deserved beer or two! We decided to stop in Chapman thanks to the recommendation of some friends. I ordered a flight, as I do at many breweries because you get to try so many more beers! I am a huge fan of sours, so you know I had to get the Absofruitly! Plum Apricot as well as the Absofruitly! Raspberry. I also tried the Saint Chapman and the Slow riser. All of the beers I had were delicious! They had many tv screens, board games to play as well as bags and ping pong! Great spot to hang with friends! read more

They close 30 minutes early I'm her at 10:38 pm Long haired guy is mad...sorry bruh.lol No service late Very rude Thanks guys read more

Great service. Great beers. The atmosphere is great! (Wait...to many greats). Atmosphere is wonderful! However, the Yahtzee game doesn't have a scorecard and they still haven't brought back Apricocious to the lineup. Never coming back!!!!! Just kidding. See y'all tomorrow. read more

Such a cool brewery! I was in old town Orange and looking for a good beer. This was it! There were 3 large areas to sit and one main bar. There were plenty of places to sit either with the crowd or away from it. There was a good variety of beers. Personally, I love sour beers and the ones they had were so good! I tried their blood orange wheat, the absofruitly raspberry and the absofruitly plum apricot. They were all so good! This place is dog friendly which I thought was cool. Also, they are open until midnight on the weekends which is a bonus since most breweries close early. I loved this place, loved the beers and I can't wait to go back! read more

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A small tasting room/ brewery right around the corner from the orange circle. They offer a small variety of beers. I'd have to say I enjoyed the lager the most. It was cold, light and crisp. Perfect for Summer drinking. They have string lights hanging from the ceiling that give the bring light to whole. tasting room. I really like the look! I came by on a Tuesday and it wasn't very busy. Plenty of places to sit. I'd definitely come back here. Totally laid back place with a friendly guy behind the counter pouring some good beer! Check it out! read more

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Orange County is slowing becoming a hot spot for beer. Chapman Crafted brings the noise on multiple levels, but what I think they do best is have some of the cleanest and most well-done styles of beer in town. There's typically a multitude of styles on tap, and if you bring your friend that "isn't really that into beer", then have them get a pils. It's their staple. Cheers. read more

Chapman Crafted Beer - Some of the cleanest beers in town. - Breweries Near Me - Orange, California

I can't say enough good things about this place. My first visit was a little off, but I've come to see that was an outlier experience, because every single time I've come back since then, I've had nothing but amazing times. The beer is top notch. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I got a coffee to-go on my last trip and it was wonderful. Brought home a couple of glasses that I didn't have in my glassware collection yet. It's a great place to stop if you're walking around the Orange circle. read more

Great place to grab a beer and fantastic staff! Awesome outside area. This is my favorite place to chill in the circle. Could use some more umbrellas. read more

Great beer & fun atmosphere. They understand that a variety of beers is so much better than solely offering IPA's.

Stopped by on a whim after brunch. Decided to try the Slow Riser Red Coffee Ale and it was bomb. If you love nitro and beer then this one will be a treat for you. Tons of open air seating and they have a queue set up inside to make sure traffic flows one way. Also appreciate that they'll card no matter what. Excited to go back and try some more beer and check out a food truck. read more

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Enjoyed some beer samples here on Saturday. They have a wide range of beers to touch everyone's taste buds! I enjoyed a sampler so I could try the Juniper and Lime beer they had among others! While parking is hard in this area, know you will stay a while because there is lots to do! They have corn hole, ping pong, and much more to enjoy! Plus they are kid friendly, so there where families enjoying the nice day and a cold beer too! read more

Beer selection and taste (3/5) I like that they are experimenting with lactose and some varieties for pale ales, red ales, and IPAs. Atmosphere and facility (3/5). Cons to start: Parking is difficult to find on residential streets. There is only 1 bathroom! What a line! Pros: 2 1/2 large open rooms. TVs, Foosball, ping pong, and corn hole. Another con is that they are strict about bringing beer outdoor. I wish people could bring their beer outdoors in front of their building and become sort of a "beer garden" like Golden Road. However, probably due to city laws or owner decision, they do not. Events and celebrations (4/5) What separates this brewery from others are the frequent events that are always happening here. (Science on taps, paint nights, can food drive/5 K, running clubs). It would be a nice place to hold a small private event. I appreciate the growing number of microbreweries that are popping up all over North Orange County. Chapman crafted is a local family owned brewery located in Old Town Orange. There are so many unique shops around here that are hidden around these streets. Will Dee and Randy Newman are the founding partners with Brian Thorson as the head brewer. read more

This review is long overdue since my partner and I occasionally visited Chapman prior to the pandemic. The other week, we were able to get seated at a table on the patio near the "Mex it up" food truck. The chile verde quesadilla with a side of tortilla chips and salsa was worth it. Decent portion -- but most importantly, totally worth sitting outside in great weather!! Note: to comply with California COVID-19 regulations, each table orders about $10 worth of food with any beer orders. If you only want to order brews, then they'll be for takeaway. Chapman is one of my favorite local craft breweries because I like variety. So flights are typically my thing; my other half likes the IPAs. This time since I couldn't get a flight, I got the Scenic Route (filtered) American IPA. At this time, like many breweries, many hazy IPAs are on the tap menu. If I had to choose a second, the Slow Riser is reliably good & tasty! Also order coffee beans to go. read more

All their beer selections are really good to good depending on ur taste. There isn't a bad beer and one of the worker informed me the owner is a scientist and uses a big tank to filter out the water which makes their beers taste fresh. Their flights cost around $8-10. And I loved that they had a ping pong table and Fooseball table, kept the fun going :). It's a good sized brewery that can fit plenty of people and dogs. read more

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Amazing place! Great beers ranging from all strengths! My favorite was their stouts because they are higher % then my usual but minus the alcohol taste and theirs had all the flavor! I tired a selection of all their beers and everyone that I tried was delicious! I talked to some of the staff and they were all super friendly and informative and I will definitely be back to enjoys their beers! Cheers! read more

Stop in and grab some tasty craft beers ! They offer delivery and drive thru during this time. I love that I can still have my tasty beer and beef jerky. Missing the vibe. Be back as soon as we can. Thank you! read more

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My first visit to Chapman was a few months ago for my birthday month, I went specifically for their zodiac series brew. Cancer. I was able to have some and buy some, canned to take home with me that day. Definitely hands down the best brew I had that month, and I had quite a few. Wasn't too busy when I was there, not complaining. Big open space , good energy and tasty beers! They also host fun events throughout the month, perfect place to hang for a while.. read more

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I am such a huge fan of CC Beer. Since the beginning they have just crushed it with a perfectly selected variety of brews. From ales to pales, from doubles to any type of IPA they're solid. Even from coffee infusions to collaborations no matter what kind of beer you're into you'll find something that you LOVE! I live close so I'm spoiled. But I'd drive a good distance for this quality. I'm no beer connoisseur by any means but I've tried plenty of breweries and Chapman Crafted kills it. Every time. They honestly compare to any big or small beer outfit out there. The "Personal" line of pales is my personal favorite ;) Personal touch was the first beer I had in a growler years ago. So good! Permanent waves, Kool Kid Hops, Scenic route, Absofruitly (raspberry infused). All recent. All amazing! I can't say enough positive things about them. Friendly staff with helpful service always. I'd recommend them any day of the week. Well, hit 'em up! Cheers! read more

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8-10pm on a Tuesday night, about 30-35 happy guests in the bldg. Industrial location. Tons of street parking, few parking lot spaces available, many tables to choose from. It feels open, bright and roomy. Plenty of employees cruising around working on various projects and serving. No food sold in-house, but people had pizzas delivered and you can bring in outside food. Beers were $6-$8 per, very good pricing. Yes Chef! (dry hopped lager): ok Hop Shade (black ipa): good Balancing Opposites: (ne style hazy dipa): great Searching for WiFi (imperial ipa): great read more

Chapman Crafted Beer - Highlight this evening is the NE style DIPA. Delicious. - Breweries Near Me - Orange, California

I came here because a buddy recommended a beer and I ended up loving this spot. The location is a bit discrete and a little low key, it's awesome! The vibes here are great. It's definitely a spot to come hang out and have some brews. They offer great prices with even better beer. They have a bunch of seats available (it can get busy) and have quiet a few board games for people to play. They also have a ping pong table and a couple other games. The service was cool. Pretty friendly people. Chris helped me out and recommended a couple drinks. Will definitely be returning as often as possible. They have a selection of about 8-9 drinks but I'm sure if you're into beer, you'll find one of your liking. read more

Chapman Crafted Beer - Breweries Near Me - Orange, California

I had a coffee red ale that sparked my first trek over to Chapman crafted beers, to see what the "slow riser" is like straight from the source. Like any proper microbrewery worth its salt this place would be hard to find if google maps wasn't a thing. Hidden near the heart of old town orange, this is a great watering hole if you want to stumble down to all the nearby places to eat and shop. The place itself is an unimposing building with mostly street parking and a few spots in front, the place inside feels more like you're being invited on a private tour than a public-facing tasting room. The bartenders are fun and real, and there's plenty of cool merchandise from all manners of glassware to t-shirts and hats. There are maybe 4 high tables in the main building, and then there's a nearby recreation room with cool barrels and games like ping pong and cornhole. Water is self-serve here, which I've become a bit spoiled and just expect now, since I drink a lot of water and don't want to always hound a busy bartender to keep getting me some. There are usually about 8-12 beers on tap, mostly core brews from what I saw and a few rotating. Everything is alright, but the only one that impresses me is the slow riser. I'm not an IPA guy but their slow riser is fairly unique as a light smooth coffee red ale. They brew it with several different types of coffee, mostly their own bangarang coffee beans but sometimes they use local greats like portola or klatch. I have no idea which batch and beans they used at the Pint House where I got my first glass of this beer, but it was better than any slow riser I've had since. Probably depends on your taste in coffee too to some degree. A must-check-out brewery but not a place I'd visit too often since old town orange is a rough place to try and park (though around chapman crafted beers is a bit better) and the main beer I like here seems to taste better from other spots. read more

Nice new place, some solid beers. Nothing outstanding, nothing bad. Most appreciated award goes to bartender who honestly unrecommended a beer that was not, well, ready. read more

They are always out of beer. And not everyone wants an IPA. Needs to have better beer selection and lighter beers. Some heaters at night would be nice outside and even inside. Its was cold on Triva night. read more

Bomb craft beer options. Friendly staff. Good prices. Only downside is it closes early but it's a brewery, not a bar so it makes sense. read more

Tasty and flavorful craft beer in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Finally! Why is it that so many craft breweries in OC seem to spend way less time working on producing good, solid beers and more time on decorating, having everything themed, and/or serving "gastropub" food? Thankfully Chapman is putting their efforts where they count -- at least in the eyes of true craft beer enthusiasts. They are making great beer. My husband and I came in for the first time recently and decided to split a flight. This is my favorite way to taste all the different styles that a brewery has to offer. As usual, we went with the heavier, more full bodied (and boozy) brews: 1) Hot Curly DIPA -- husband loved this but it was too hoppy for me. Good beer, just not my favorite style unless the hops are balanced with a lot of malt. 2) Colonel Oats oatmeal stout -- damn good and certainly one of the best oatmeal stouts I've tried in a long time. 3) Slow Riser red ale with coffee -- this beer is delicious! It reminded me of Noble's Naughty Sauce but better with more body and a richer mouthfeel. 4) Mob Rules barleywine -- well balanced and not too hot despite an ABV of 10.5%. 5) Djent coffee stout -- ding ding ding, we have a winner! This beer was freaking amazing and I would have ordered a full pour of it if I wasn't driving. At least my husband got to booze it up with this 10.5% ABV brew. Great beer, chill atmosphere, and you can BYO food which I love. If you see a gal with her own vegan picnic (including homemade cheeses), that's probably me! Based on the setup of the tasting room, it looks like it's climate controlled by opening and closing the garage-type door. It was very pleasant out on the day we stopped by but I'm guessing it can get fairly hot in the summer and chilly in the winter so dress appropriately. Oh how I wish Chapman Crafted in my town instead of the two mediocre breweries we currently have. Oh well, I guess that means a North County beer crawl is in order soon. read more

Beer was fine, server was a bit impressed with the products so I was excited. I thought the beers were fine but nothing special. The bartender said they didn't have any staples because it limited to brewers creativity. Whatever... I don't feel a need to come back where there are so many other places to visit around Orange County read more

Tucked away in Downtown Orange Chapman Crafted Brewing is a great place to stop in for a beer. They have a menu that includes IPAs, Lagers and Pilsners. They even gave Stouts and Porters.. Outside is spacious and a short walk from shops,restaurants and bars in Old Town Orange. Beer tenders are cheerful and friendly. I enjoyed the Mexican Lager and will be back to try more offerings. read more

The rating is mainly for the Slow Riser that is basically the perfect hybrid of coffee and beer. Flights are also great options if you want to sample 4 different beers at a time and it comes in this cute metal flight set. Place is pretty chill and low-key with some board games, cornhole and ping pong if you're ready to challenge your friends. Good service, cool vibes, not much else is around this area so just stay and have fun drinking the beers! read more