10 Best Breweries in Long Beach

"WilliamsburgThe Brooklyn Lager is pretty iconic at this point. It’s probably the most recognized beer coming out of New York City right now, so if you’ve had any New York beer, chances are you’ve sipped this. But Brooklyn Brewery’s Williamsburg brewhouse has so much more to offer like a snappy classic pilsner, a non-alcoholic Special Effects, and their brewer’s perfect take on summer hard seltzer, Brooklyn Spritz.How to order:Pre-order or stop by the brewery"

"You’ve probably already tasted the famous Brooklyn Lager in another bar or picked up a pack at Rite Aid. It’s the flagship beer of Brooklyn Brewery, one of the largest craft breweries in Brooklyn. For more than 30 years, Brooklyn Brewery has established itself as a leader in the Brooklyn craft beer scene."

"Pop into Brooklyn Brewery for a late afternoon pint, or head next door to Whiskey Brooklyn to catch a Giants game and play a game or two of skee ball. Afterwards, enjoy a Golden Hour walk along the scenic waterfront at East River State Park. Then get ready to take to the water!"

"Grimm Artisanal Ales has built a solid fan base of beer lovers. After years of operating as a nomadic pop-up brewery, it recently established its first official location in East Williamsburg in 2018. It’s the perfect spot to visit after you’re done walking the Brooklyn Bridge!"

"Grimm Artisanal Ales is a trendy, hipster brewery in Brooklyn. Their spacious taproom is quite unique. The walls are lined with big windows that allow for lots of natural light and the walls are beautifully ornamented with tropical plants."

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"Luna Park might be gradually shutting its doors for the season, but Coney Island still beckons with gorgeous Coney Island Brewery right along the MCU Park. Once America’s smallest brewery, their products reflect the vivacity and dreamy, time-stopping elements of Coney Island through craft flavors like Mermaid IPA and Kettle Corn Cream Ale. From September 17-22, stop by and celebrate Freak Week with fall ales and nightly festivities."

"We know how much you love Coney Island, and what could make it better than a delicious lineup of beers on tap?. That’s where Coney Island Brewing comes in. They aim to, “Brew craft beer that captures the spirit, flavor and romance that is Coney Island” and they’ve done just that."

"This brewery features 8 house-brewed beers on tap that rotate regularly so there’s always something new. Depending on the season, you might catch some of their limited release specialty style brews. Tours are free and happen every day at 2, 4, and 6 pm."

"As Manhattan’s only production brewery, Torch & Crown Brewing Company is (or was when it was possible) a great place to grab a pint. Featuring a restaurant from the team behind the now-closed Cannibal Beer & Butcher, Torch and Crown is offering a legit prime rib dinner for Christmas that includes a salami and cheese board, spiced nuts, chicken liver pate, a wedge salad roasted carrots, smoked potatoes and two pints of Morgenstern’s ice cream. Also, there’s booze: a bottle of New York red, a bottle of New York white, a bottle of Negroni, a bottle of Amaro and a pair of four-packs of Torch & Crown Beer."

"Bronx beer hit Torch and Crown opened this bi-level brewery and taproom last summer, making it one of the only beer companies a large-scale brewing operation in Lower Manhattan. There’s plenty of indoor seating, along with tables out front and in a tented side yard, but make a reservation because lines can get long. Those looking to skip the hordes might prefer a four-pack from the brewery’s takeout counter next door."

"SoHoThis three-story, airy brewery was slated to open this summer, but those plans were put on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions. When the brewery finally opens, it’ll be the only one in Manhattan -- but until then Torch and Crown Brewery is stocking New Yorkers with plenty of refreshing drink options for even the hottest of summer days.How to order: Pickup, delivery, and shipping across New York state via website"

"Head to the Bohemian Beer Garden to relax or one of the many microbreweries popping up all around NYC (Singlecut Beersmiths / Rockaway Brewing company).D) For shopping, catch the LIC flea market on the weekend. Don’t miss the gorgeous retro-chic Sweetleaf coffee shop if you’re in the area, which turns into a bar a night."

"Rockaway Brewing Co. is a hip and funky brewery in Long Island City, Queens. Their simple, no-frills taproom is very laid back and welcoming. It has a local New York vibe and is a nice low-key spot to chill at and enjoy some delicious homebrewed beer."

"Swing by their brewhouse and see what you have been missing. While you enjoy their creations, jam to some reggae in the background. For their full beer menu, check out their website."

"Canning IPAs: MonthlyWhere to find them: Brewery, select retail locations. You wouldn’t expect a brewery with the lofty aspiration uniting New York City’s huge and diverse population to be located on an industrial street lined with auto repair shops in southern Brooklyn, where large crowds of customers in the area are typically found on the checkout lines at Costco, but take a trip to Five Boroughs’ colossal taproom in Sunset Park and you’ll get the sense that Kevin O’Donnell and Blake Tomnitz, who opened the business in late 2017, might be onto something. On my most recent visit, the space was percolating with a lively mix of longtime neighborhood locals, beer fiends, young families (with dogs!), and blue-collar workers enjoying the range of solid, approachable beers of brewer Nick Griffin, from the snappy Pilsner to the tart Gose and session-strength Tiny Juicy IPA. While the names of core offerings are perhaps too plain for today’s beer world, it’s the monikers and labels of limited murky IPAs, typically dropped once a month and around long enough to land with ease, that pay explicit homage to the metropolis, including Across the Narrows, Live From New York, and Insufficient Fare (don’t be tempted to “hop” that turnstile)!"

"The huge interior offers plenty of space, party games, but most importantly, amazing beer. You can enjoy everything from pilsners and IPA’s to lagers and seasonal specialties in their Sunset Park Taproom. And you know it’s good because it’s all made right in Brooklyn."

"Canning IPAs: SometimesWhere to find them: Brewery, select retail locations. Travis Kauffman, a former managing partner of Prime Meats and Frankies 457, founded his brewery a sausage’s throw from the latter Italian restaurant, on a sleepy street in Carroll Gardens. If you ask me, Folksbier produces some of the finest lagers and European-inspired beers in Brooklyn—heck, in all of New York City—but don’t overlook its IPAs, however few there are."

"Tucked away in a quiet corner of Carroll Gardens is Folksbier Brauerei, a taproom and brewery that opened in 2017. Folsbier’s pilsners, lagers, and tart gose beers can be found in craft beer shops across the city, but their tasting room is one of few places where customers can sip beer brewed in-house without the crowds of a typical beer hall. Make a reservation for the indoor taproom, or order online for local pick-up and delivery."

"With its prime focus on installation and performance, the Sean Kelly Gallery was established in 1991 by British-born Sean Kelly. The gallery spans at a vast area of 7,000 square feet. in Hudson Yards and enlists the names of popular artists whose works are showcased here, such as Callum Innes, James Casebere, and Marina Abramovic."

"Sean Kelly, a British-born art dealer founded his gallery in New York City in 1991. It represented performance and conceptual artists such as Marina Abramović, Joseph Kosuth and Callum Innes, showing the gallery’s commitment to pushing boundaries in the art world."

"Since being relocated to Chelsea in 2006, the Marianne Boesky Gallery has been the center of attention of art enthusiasts and esthetic lovers. The gallery has showcased works of some of the great artists who were new to the field but had massive potential that put them in high ranks, such as Diana Al-Hadid, Jay Heikes, and Anthony Pearson. The gallery also has Frank Stella’s name attached to it as it started exhibiting the work of this predominant artist in 2014."

"Another option is heading to the venues The Bell House or Littlefield in the Gowanus section of Brooklyn. Both of these venues have music, comedy, DJs, and other performances, as well as dancing and drinks. The Gowanus area is easily walkable from Park Slope and is home to hip bars and restaurants. Stop in at the Lavender Lake for a beer on the patio or if you're looking for a more wholesome night, order an ice cream cone (chocolate lovers must order "It Came From the Gowanus") at Ample Hills Creamery's rooftop terrace."

"Eighties-themed dance parties, comedy shows, feature films, NPR-hosted trivia hours, and literary read-offs all go down nightly at The Bell House—a converted 1920s warehouse-turned-bar and live music venue in Gowanus. Pre-show, grab a craft beer from the 26-foot-long oak bar and cozy up to a bistro-style table in the low-lit front lounge. Then come showtime, it’s off to the main room, where the red velvet curtains go up to reveal a commanding stage."

"The Bell House is an awesome bar/venue in a former warehouse in Gowanus where up and coming talent and big names perform. Be sure to check their calendar to see any special seasonal events or what their latest music, special events, or comedy line ups are. This location also has been used to film Netflix comedy specials!"

"Tip: Besides the one-and-only Broadway Theater, other theaters of interest to many visitors are the famous 1970s disco, Studio 54 and Concert Hall, Carnegie Hall. Broadway Theater District information."

"This hole-in-the-wall Tibetan shoebox in Jackson Heights serves the best momos around. (Or at least that’s what Anthony Bourdain thought when he ate here.). The Himalayan-inspired food at Lhasa Tibetan Restaurant does not disappoint, from the delicious spicy beef to the popular hand-pulled noodles."

"If you’ve been skimming this list for any mention of pizza, look no further than Screamer’s Pizzeria. At this Greenpoint grub hub (brought to you by the same team behind Champs Diner!), not-so-standard slices include seitan pepperoni and Hawaiian with vegan ham, while more out-of-the-(pizza) box options include the ‘Vampire’ with garlic oil and red onions and the ‘Fancy Kale’ featuring spicy pesto and marinated kale."

"Pies are a big deal in NY, but especially in Brooklyn, which has a large Italian contingent. That’s how you know that Screamer’s Pizzeria isn’t messing around. Creating authentic pies from scratch and using only plant-based ingredients, you get the vibe, taste and experience of real Brooklyn pizza, just with an animal-product free bonus."