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Bear Republic Brewing Co. Brewpub Lakeside, Rohnert Park
The family behind Bear Republic Brewery in Healdsburg, famous for the Racer 5 IPA, have expanded their business by opening a beer and dining destination in Rohnert Park. The brewpub, which features two bars, ample seating, a space for kids to play and a deck overlooking Robert's Lake, had its grand opening on September 14. Bear Republic Lakeside serves all the core beers available at the Healdsburg brewery, plus some brews only available at the Rohnert Park location. Pair your beer with food from the dining or bar menu. Three beers to try: Pacu Pale, The Juicy - Northeast-Style IPA, Hope Shoval - IPA. (Photo by aceitbiketours.com)
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The patio overlooking Robert's Lake at the new Bear Republic Brewing Co. brewpub in Rohnert Park. (Photo by John Burgess)
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View from the patio at the new Bear Republic Brewing Co. brewpub in Rohnert Park. (Courtesy photo)
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The dinning room at the new Bear Republic Brewing Co. brewpub in Rohnert Park. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Pizza at Bear Republic Brewing Co. brewpub in Rohnert Park. (Photo by John Burgess)
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The dinning area at the new Bear Republic Brewing Co. brewpub in Rohnert Park. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Beer Craft, Rohnert Park
Beer Craft is a beer geek's mecca. The bottle shop, marked with a giant gorilla on the front window, is stocked with popular and rare beers in bottles and cans to-go (this is the place to find your "white whale" brew). Join their beer club and you'll receive exclusive beers on the tenth of each month, or build your own six packs from the fridges. BeerCraft's Facebook page features daily updates on new beers available in the store and at the taproom. Since the beer list is always changing, here are three breweries to try that are often available on tap: Sante Adarius - Santa Cruz, Cellarmaker - San Francisco, Moonraker - Sacramento. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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The gorilla logo in the window at Beer Craft in Rohnert Park. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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A "white whale," the symbol for a rare beer, at Beer Craft in Rohnert Park. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Grav South Brewing Company, Cotati
Tucked away in a small shopping center by highway 116, Grav South serves locally-sourced food and fresh beers brewed by owner Greg Rasmussen. Rasmussen has won a number of awards during his 18-year career as a home-brewer and has collaborated with several breweries, including Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and Bear Republic Brewing Company. The brewery serves up live music on the weekends, pozole on Thursdays, and family friendly fun. Some Grav South beers are seasonal, while core beers are available on tap regularly. Three to try: 7 Figure IPA, 20x20 IPA, Packing House Porter. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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The bar at Grav South Brewing Company in Cotati. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Turkey panini and watermelon salad at Grav South Brewing Company in Cotati. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Jaded Toad BBQ & Grill, Cotati
With 36 beers on tap, even the most discerning beer geek will find something to sip at the Jaded Toad in Cotati. The venue, located in an unlikely location (in a grocery store parking lot), has a nice ambiance with an enclosed patio, fire pits and twinkle lights. The barbecue menu includes comfort foods like baby back ribs, cornbread, beans, coleslaw and burgers. The taps rotate often but feature recurring appearances by some of the most popular breweries in the Bay Area. Three breweries to try: Lagunitas - Petaluma, Green Flash - San Diego, Knee Deep - Auburn. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Jaded Toad BBQ and Grill in Cotati. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Jaded Toad BBQ and Grill in Cotati. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Flagship Taproom, Cotati
Started by five friends born and raised in Cotati, Flagship serves local and California beers from 20 taps and beer bites like grilled cheese sandwiches, hummus plates, chicken tenders, and $2 tacos, to pair with $3 beers, on Tuesdays. The rotating taps feature favorites from breweries like HenHouse in Santa Rosa, Temescal in Oakland and Berryessa in Winters. Three beers to try: Benoit Casper Allen Amber - Altbier, Almanac Dogpatch - Current Sour, Fort Point Park - Hoppy Wheat Ale. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
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Bar master Riley Larcher pours beers for patrons on a weekday at Flagship Taproom in Cotati. (Photo by Tim Vallery)
