Great beer! On this day, there was no red, but I think the beer tender said he had a good Indian Pale Ale - it was a reddish brown color, and one of my most favorite beers everrrrr. I have to go back soon in hopes they will have it. Can't remember if they can beer to-go. I'll have to check! Definitely worth bringing a 4- or 6-pack home to keep enjoying, although I prefer the tap beer. Always a favorite brewery when in San Carlos (for the eye doctor). In a quaint little local community where the street is closed only for pedestrians to try and shop a little bit of everything! read more

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I really like this place. Good beer, pretty decent food. Been here quite a few times. Typically, the service is really good--friendly staff, who are very social and helpful. There is one guy who works there, however, I don't know his name, but he is tanner, with tattoos, and wasn't very friendly. One of my friends asked for a recommendation, and he was less than enthusiastic. To me, it came off as rude and just rubbed me the wrong way since I took my buddies here and spoke highly of the place. Otherwise would recommend this place! However, we all enjoyed the beer, just wish all employees were equally as helpful since not everyone is familiar with beer!! read more

We were here Saturday night and really enjoyed our experience. The storefront is spacious, lots of cafeteria-style seating and big floor-to-ceiling windows, modern and clean looking. It was close to closing but the guy at the bar was super chill and patient and gave us great recommendations. We did a flight and had a few samples as well - the standouts were the Pesky Penguin (berry cider-y brew) and the Solemn Penance (West Coast dipa). Price was reasonable (however, cans to-go are quite expensive). Overall, enjoyed our trip here! read more

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Love the 5oz options. Able to try different types of beer. Place has lots of seating and pretty airy. Outside seating too. Service is ok, wasn't greeted when we walked in but kind when ordered. read more

Hapa's Brewing Company - Breweries Near Me - San Carlos, California

this may be a bias opinion because i do love a brewery but this is your classic, go to neighborhood brewery. they have so many options for beer and cider. the service was great and there was a lot of seating options. my friend and i both got the 5 oz, 4 drinks, beer flight. we both got a mixture of beer and cider. all of them were tasty and it was a fun way to try different options. it was also only $12 which was a great price. the pretzel and cheese were also really good. highly recommend this if you're looking for a chill vibe and want a variety of beer. great prices! read more

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We stopped in during a street festival in mid October. We hadn't heard of this place before. My wife got a strawberry kiwi sour, which she loved. I got their only available West coast IPA. It was very good. We shared one large hot pretzel. It was hot and soft. The mustard was tasty too. But the cheese seemed to be Velveeta, disappointing. Otherwise the place and the people were great. I'd stop by again when in the area. read more

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We stopped by Hapa again since we had a good time our first visit. Unfortunately, this time was a miss in terms of service. The employee working behind the bar was curt and rude to us and everyone else. We didn't appreciate his attitude, and as we were enjoying our drinks, we saw other patrons also get frustrated at his behavior. Given how many other breweries there are in San Carlos/Belmont, we probably won't come back again for a while. read more

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So my girlfriend & I came here & had a couple beers and I'm not saying this place is a bad place but if you leave anything behind it will be taken by the staff for example, my girlfriend & I left a cookie & cupcake behind then when you come back for it within an hour the cupcake & cookie were are already gone/ eaten; the person upfront seen us and said oh you're here for the cupcake went to go check in the back and told us. Oh sorry they didn't make it. And didn't offer anything to rectify the situation. read more

Hapa put a new tasting room in San Carlos and it's in a good location right in downtown. Open window bar seating and a half patio. It's incredibly barren and plane so I hope they invest in making the space more friendly and comfortable as they settle in. Beer is average but a decent selection. Normally the spaces are nice so worth coming back. Service is okay. Update: I came back the other day and not much has changed. The outdoor space in front has been upgraded but the inside is empty. It's worth checking out because empty isn't always bad. Service is still just okay. read more

Nice large space, order at the counter. We really enjoyed our sours (the one named pesky penguin!). Good flavor and easy to drink. Nice combination of various berries. The prickly puffin (the other sour on the menu) was a lot more tart in comparison. We were able to sample both before deciding on our order, so thank you to the kind staff member! They were friendly. The lager was also pretty good (uncut gem). There was a decent selection of some bites to eat, we went with the gourmet grilled cheese. It came with some chips too. Nice. You could taste the brie in the sandwich. Loved the pickle on the side. Good spot for a chat and hangout. TV playing sports, chill atmosphere. read more

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RUDE service. Guy behind the bar Saturday during the day was beyond rude. Stopped here for drinks and some cards before dinner. Won't be back. Service was such a downer. read more

Craft brewery, relaxed environment, games, tv's, high chair, food and decent beer selection. Came here on a Saturday to check this new location out and am glad we were able to snag a bench. They have several locations in the South Bay. They have more than a hand full of IPA's to choose from, a light beer, couple ales, stout, sour, seltzer and wine. We got a couple beers, hungry dog ipa, orchard ipa and a sour. My friends said their IPA's were okay but I really enjoyed my loopy lemur sour (strawberry kiwi flavor). Not too sour and goes down smoothly. We shared chili nachos, it came out quickly and were pretty good. Parking could be kind of hard to find on the weekends but we found parking quickly in the back, next to BofA. We walked into this establishment from the back, however there is a sign, that asks you to go through the front. We'll be back! read more

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I've been here twice. It's right next door to the popular Town restaurant in San Carlos. I came in before a work dinner with a couple other early arriving coworkers. They have a good selection of beers and hard ciders. Usually not too crowded and the staff is nice! It's an excellent place to grab a beer and small bites with friends. I'll definitely try the Bavarian pretzel next time. It looked really good! read more

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Trying this place for the first time on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. It's very busy. I'm a little surprised giving this place is like brand new. Hubby discovered this place and dragged me and our dogs over. It's dog friendly even indoors. So that's good news for dog ppl like us. Tons of space for them to really stretch out and relax here. It's a modern rustic style. Really nice. They do have a small outdoor patio with 3 high table barrel setting outside. On a sunny day it could be really nice and relaxing outdoors too. I'm not exactly a beer person but he got me a fruity drink it actually tastes good. So, sure next time I can tag along. They do have some real food so that's a bonus. read more

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Came for Wednesday night bar trivia, stayed for good drinks ($3 for 5oz so you can do a flight or try some different things before committing to a pint) and fabulous staff (Casey at the bar and Marina hosting trivia)! Nice indoor/outdoor patio space and yummy soft pretzels, too. read more

Great space for a group gathering. Family friendly. Nice big open window in front. Good, simple food options. Good beer. Fun pick your own flights. Good vibes. Good music on in background. read more

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Dropped in a couple weeks ago for the first time. Friendly, helpful and informative staff! YAY! :0) Tons of beer options with cute names! I tried 4 different ones but wasn't really into any of them and the rest of the beer options were a little too hoppy for me. Was great to try a new place and also have a hot pretzel! Wish they had garlic fries and more food items. Hope they will get some wheat beers in the line up one day, else I probably won't be returning. read more

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Beer was good. Enjoyed a flight. The bartender was nice and welcoming. Good amount of places to sit which is nice. read more

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This location has been here for about 3 months so I suspect they are still working on the ambiance. I agree it was a tad "sterile" but the beer was good and the food was also good with lots of options. I went with 2 others and we tried the stout, kombucha and session IPA, all of which had a nice flavor. Nothing too overpowering. The "Uncut Gems" was a nice amber lager; "Amish Rifle" had a little more flavor and complexity; "Little Angel" was a sturdy stout, very sippable; "Kokua Maui Strong" was a nice and smooth session IPA (I bought a 4-pack for $20); finally, the Pineapple Kombucha was very good... smooth and not too sweet. We ordered the grilled cheese and french bread pizzas which were equally delicious and simple. Great quality on the cheese. The beer & food menu had a nice variety. I agree the open air concept and super bright lights did remind me of my grandfather's dairy farm pasteurization room but it wasn't unpleasant by any means. They also have outdoor seating. The whole place (including bathrooms) was also spotless (they are fairly new but still... nice!). Great to have a new place in the 'hood and I look forward to going back to see what additional upgrades they make. Try it out! read more

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I was delighted to see yet another brewpub pop up on the peninsula this summer, so I made a visit to Hapa's as soon as I got the chance; it was late on a sunny Friday afternoon. Being the new-kid-on-the-block, Hapa's was hopping! Unfortunately I also tasted one of their beers. It was, how do you say...not good. (I couldn't finish it). Just as well, since I had to be somewhere else. Later, I was wondering if perhaps I had had a bad day (or I had just tried their worst beer), so I decided to visit again on a more quiet afternoon to sample a flight of other Hapa beers (four 5-oz pours). But again, all the beers I sampled that day were mediocre to terrible. (For those who care, my tasting notes are at the bottom of this review). As for other aspects: -- Space: New and clean, very bare; with no art or decoration. They have some low bench tables and some uncomfortable, high-chair barrel tables. It was super loud and echo-y inside when crowded, so they need some soft surfaces or baffles to soak up the sound. Outdoor seating on the street was nicer. -- Food: OK selection. Stronger than most bare-bones brewpubs, who typically do this as an afterthought; but it's still only snacks. As a pescatarian, I had a choice of: Bavarian pretzel, avocado toast, french bread pizza, and grilled cheese. I chose the pretzel. It was fine (3*) - obviously pre-made and re-warmed, then brushed with butter. But it wasn't even close to the wonderful, fresh-made, 5-star version at Gourmet Haus Staudt. (About a mile south of here). -- Staff: Young, friendly, but somewhat clueless about the beer. I asked about the hops used for one brew and received a blank stare and a shrug. For a brewpub, however, the beer quality comprises 75% of the score for me. And Hapa's brews just didn't measure up to other local spots like Devil's Canyon, Freewheel, Blue Oak, or Ghostwood. Those places aren't perfect either. But at least they all know how to make good beer. = Tasting Notes = No Coast Pale Ale: (First visit). Too malty and bready; zero hop nose or flavor. Lackluster; only drank half. (2*) Little Angel Mocha Porter: Kind of thin, with no mocha flavor as promised. I just got coffee; and it turned to dregs with the slightly bitter, astingent aftertaste (2*) Beast of Burden Belgian Strong Ale: Started with a nice, yeasty, banana nose. Fairly normal flavor up front, but sadly there was way too much residual sugar, so the back-end tasted a bit like bubble-gum syrup. Could not finish it. (2*) Hungry Dog IPA: Nice citrusy nose, but WAY too much piney bitterness in the middle of the flavor, killing all subtle fruit notes that might be there. Unbalanced. (2.5*) Butterfly Wings Hazy IPA: Smelled like pineapple juice. Tasted like pineapple/orange juice. Zero bitterness (And it was a double IPA fer crissakes!). Way too sweet. Could not finish it. (1.5*) read more

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Everything excellent! I recommend. Nice varieties of their own beers, on Laurel St, San Carlos.

Came here for Mother's Day for some afternoon brews. The service was great, really friendly people all around.

airy and open-space to the outside...mix of standard tables, high barrels with stools and some bar seating....very inviting atmosphere...located downtown san carlos on laurel in the section where the streets are closed off...variety of beers with some options like alcoholic ciders, seltzers and kombucha served...served in a mini 5oz cup at $2 to $3 or pints from $6 to $8....to-go cans available...a small selection of wines and some food available...the beers are okay...had the dark pint which is an irish stout...dark and foamy...also had the truth & beauty, but realizing this brew is quite potent...warning...good vibes and friendly atmosphere... read more

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Second time here and what a difference it has made. The first time my sister and I stumbled here after some shopping and had the best service with an attentive staff member. Today I came here with my husband to show him this new brewery I found and the service was terrible, this guy with glasses acted like he didnt even want to work here. I asked to sample 2 different hazys and he just gave out this vibe that said " I hate beer and people." So i told my husband to order from the other guys and he was even worse, completely ignored him and was busy wiping down the counter and talking to this other guy. Fyi, we were the only people ordering, it was a slow day. Will not be visiting this place again, train your team better. read more

This is a great addition to Laurel Street. It's a very laid back place to grab a few beers and sit outside if you like. The bartenders are always very helpful and friendly. The prices for beers are very good considering the place next to it charges $10 for a pilsner! Tyler is a super cool bartender and recommends some great brews! read more

Service= excellent, very nice and knowledgeable staff Beer= solid but not the best I've had, I liked the selection better one time than another. I do like that they have wine as another option. Ambiance= lacking. Their San Jose location is an absolute vibe and very community building "come hang out" feel with tons of games and entertainment, plus a food truck. This location, while centrally located, felt very sterile to me. There was no decoration, lights inside were bright, and there's just a bunch of tables. I was disappointed by the style and vibe, especially since this is right in downtown. I was hoping this could be our new hangout, but I don't think we'll be back soon unless they plan to make it a more comfy place to spend time and add some entertainment (even some more TVs?). The outdoor tables are nice but small and few. Hoping it gets better, as we visited only about a week or two after the opening date. read more

Man, I gotta get a job here the beer and viibes are super chill! I wonder how many brews I'm allowed to have per hour/off the line. Like if they produce 10k beers a day and if I drink 45 off the assembly line am I the ahole? (Beefest joke) In all seriousness, a welcome presence to Laurel Street. Dogs welcome - a very welcome welcome! =) Digging the bartender dude didn't get his name but you know Coheed and Cambria? Picture singer +15-20 years with shorter hair. I think its him actually bc he was so chill. I said "idk what to order I like Racer 5s and my fave is Pliney" he said 0 words, put up 1 finger, left, and gave me two samples so I could choose =) Read my vibe, had my back! Looooove. Will def be back and get a sampler. But seriously, everybody please bring your dogs so I can adore and pet them. My friend and I had an incident where we commented on such a cute "baby" (dog to us) but they had an actual human baby 2ft away and we were really confused so we're they, we practically died when we realized we didn't notice an actual baby baby over a doggy baby. But that's Hapa? And dogs are amazing. Get a pretzel and dunk it in cheese sauce while you're here. read more

Loved Hapa's Brewing Company. Hapa Haole myself. The beer was fantastic, the service was great, the venue fun and the pretzel delicious. What's not to love? Check it out! read more

Hapa's Brewing Company - Breweries Near Me - San Carlos, California

So, cool new spot in San Carlos. Simple but varied menu at very reasonable prices. The grilled cheese was great and my wife had the caprese salad. She was a bit disappointed at the quality of mozzarella and balsamic, they were medium quality, but at their prices, totally makes sense. Great setting outside and spacious inside. I will be back for sure. read more

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When they are OPEN, you cannot go wrong when choosing Hapa's Brewing Company in the Santa Clara/Sunnyvale area. Our 1st choice every time we are in the area. read more

My favorite beer spot. I haven't had their food so can't comment but love their beers on tap and the flexibility of beer flight. Price wise they are fair. I wish they would keep open till 11 pm or so. read more

I tried this place on Wednesday to celebrate a friend's graduation (not from school) and I liked it! Good varieties of beers and food, and they also had some house wines. The bartendress Kacy was very friendly and with full of hospitality. Good place to hang out with friends. read more

Very nice place, family friendly, you can play a game of Uno with the kids, while sipping on delicious beer, and nibbling on tasty food. A nice change from pretentious upscale businesses, this is a simple, humble and unique place! The prices are very honest, no frills and the service is delightful. read more

Loud, obnoxious people, poorly crafted beer, disgusting bar food! Go to Out of the Barrel instead!!

Omg the florescent overhead lights all throughout this place was such a vibe kill! If you want to have your eyeballs flooded with bright fluorescent light as you drink a beer, this is your place. Seriously it was impossible to relax or enjoy myself when it felt like my brain was spazzing out from the huge harsh overhead fluorescent lights that were all throughout the inside. Not cozy or chill at all - felt like i was drinking beer in a sterile hospital or something. They need to fix this - can't believe people are even going here repeatedly. Some people are neurodivergent or just sensitive and cannot be in an environment like that. read more

Great pleasure to be served at Hapas, the bartender seemed very happy of where they work. I came in with the expectation that the decor was very off but meeting the bartender there, he changed my mind. He is very accommodating and friendly. read more

I've been around the area for a couple years & I was super excited to hear about this place opening up. It has a great atmosphere and even better customer service. I was here on a Friday afternoon, Katie Casey and Aaron all took great care of me with their great recommendations. Overall a great variety of craft beers & sours along with a tasty food menu to accompany your beverage. I love Hapas, I will definitely be back! read more

Casey was the best! She took the time to learn my drink preferences and made me a Lovechild that was absolutely divine! The attention to detail she put into crafting each drink was impressive, and she was happy to answer any questions I had about the ingredients and brewing process. I will most definitely be back. read more

Great beers!! Love the Cold Standard and double IPA!! And you can bring your dog and kids!! Good vibe!! Another great location for Hapa's. read more

Love the vibes and the selection of beers! This seems like a solid addition to downtown San Carlos, will be coming back for more.