Left Coast Brewing Co - Irvine

The service here is usually friendly and helpful but can be a little slow sometimes. We were impressed by the variety of beer options. They also distill their own spirits (gin, agave, whiskey, vodka, rum) and have some decent cocktail curations. I do not drink beer as much as cocktails so this place was a good compromise for my partner and I to both find things we like on the menu. I liked their spicy marg and basil gin cocktails. The staff behind the bar had good recommendations and so if you're unsure of what you want or want to try something new, they're helpful. They also offer guilty pleasure food, great for munching. The mac and cheese (Mac daddy) was great and we added tri tip (kind of dry). Loaded fries/onion rings were ok (the cheese on top was just a Kraft cheese slice, which didn't really melt). They did have a lot of good BBQ sauce made in-house. We liked the space. They had an enclosed, walled area for a quieter atmosphere along with a general area with a lot of seating. They even had an outdoor patio (facing the parking lot), which didn't have a view or anything but is amazing to be outside especially for the summer. I think it could be a good place for working remotely too.

Left Coast is one of the few breweries in Irvine--and easily the best! They offer a great variety of alcoholic beverages, including beer, seltzers, and cocktails. Their food is a step above typical bar fare, with generous portions at reasonable prices.One thing I always order without fail is their cornbread--at just $3.99, it's an absolute steal! I've never had a bad experience here. Plus, they're dog-friendly, and I love seeing all the pups hanging out.Be sure to check out their Instagram for fun events! On our last visit, they had magicians going table to table performing tricks, which made for such a fun night. Can't wait to come back!

The place has a great vibe. We didn't try the beer, which is admittedly a bit unfair. We did try the food. After checking out the menu, we were pretty excited. We ordered the brisket burnt ends, the brat, the brisket mac and cheese, brisket chili, and the fried chicken salad. The brisket burnt ends were good, but that is where it stopped. The staff were friendly and helpful.Nice place to hang out, but I wouldn't go hungry...

This is the place to get happy hour in South OC if beer is your thing. They have an awesome selection of all kinds of beer. They also have a solid snack and burger menu.The service is great. They are very helpful while you pick out your beer and they have staff waking around to clear used tables for new parties. Half outside half inside, this place is perfect for casual drinking after work with a few buddies!

Perfect spot post Irvine great park! We play volleyball over there and wanted a place to grab drinks and food after. This was about 8 minutes away, very spacious, and had a menu for all. Service was great and quick. Definitely will be back

Long story short - my visit here was a 3.5 star experience. As Yelp doesn't support half-star ratings, I rounded down because I found their payment/ordering practices to be both unpleasant and a waste of my time.Short story a bit longer:You order your food at the counter from menus which are both wall mounted and available to hold in your hand. Once your order is placed, they give you a metal number-holder, and your food will be brought to the table you select when it's ready.The food quality was equal to that of typical bar/pub food, with a few things either better or worse than that., i.e., the the onion rings had WAY too much batter and they were undercooked, while the burgers were leaner than average (a good thing) nicely seasoned, with the cheese perfectly melted and a fresh, tasty bun to bring it all together :-)When I placed my order initially, the woman at the counter asked me if I wanted to leave the tab open or pay now and close it up. As we were expected a couple of friends to join us, I opted to leave the tab open so I could add more food when the rest of our party arrived. I did that thing; when the meal was done I went back to the counter and saw that there was now a line out-the-door for placing orders. I didn't think I'd need to worry about that, as I simply wanted to pay my tab, but when I asked if I could just pay and leave, I was told I'd need to go to the end of the line and wait...I decided to round my review down, as the extra fifteen minutes I spent closing out the tab was a total waste of time for me, though it did give the server an opportunity to possibly receive a tip when I totaled up my bill :-(

Visited this fantastic brewery - not only a great spot for beer enthusiasts but also super welcoming for families and dog lovers.The atmosphere was lively yet relaxed, perfect for unwinding.. They have a spacious outdoor area to enjoy our Southern CA weather. The beer selection was impressive, offering a diverse range of styles to suit every palate. I particularly enjoyed their American Stout, which was flavorful and well-balanced. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, eager to recommend beers based on preferences. Super dog friendly, offering free dog treats for our four legged friends. Looking forward to my next visit!

Always great food and drinks however the service is lacking depending on who helps you. The petite brunette woman who worked there on 12/16/24 during closing shift is so rude and ruined the overall experience. My group of 5+ said the same thing when I asked them. I asked to see the differences between the cup sizes and she gave me a dirty look like I'm stupid then pointed behind her. After she asked if I wanted to open a tab, I said yes and gave my ID but she just stood there staring at me. I didn't know she needed my card too, would've been nice if she asked for it respectfully instead of glaring then eventually blurting out "CARD???"She obviously hates her job or taking out personal issues on others. As a result I tipped $0 and minus 2 stars for the service.

One of the smaller breweries in the area with indoor and outdoor seating. There was a private room as well! There are TVs inside (sports channels) and lots to choose from on the menu!Food was delicious! I tried the fried chicken sandwich and it did not disappoint.Mondays are 50% margaritas. Trivia in Wednesdays and Aloha Fridays (discount when you where a Hawaiian Shirt).Parking can be a little tough when it's busy since there are so many eateries in this plaza. Staff is friendly!

Less than stellar, unfortunately. I tried heir Hazy IPA a their Blood Orange IPA and both were on the bitter side. I'm an IPA lover, I enjoy a good hoppy brew a neither of these were good in my opinion. I also ordered the Burnt ends and French fries. While I did appreciate that the fries were fresh cut, they were overly seasoned so much that I had to dust the salt off to make them edible. The burnt ends were sadly extremely overcooked to the point that they tasted and felt like a dry sponge. The staff was very friendly but also not really available on a not too but night. 4/10, I won't be returning