Ultimate Greater Palm Springs Craft Beer Crawl: Top Breweries and Brewpubs Guide
Greater Palm Springs is renowned for its golf courses and modernist architecture, but its thriving craft beer scene is a hidden gem. From innovative microbreweries to lively brewpubs, discover exceptional flavors across the region on this curated beer crawl.
Plan responsibly: Rent a bus or limo, use Uber, Lyft, or a taxi, or designate a driver to safely explore these spots on a day trip.
Las Palmas Brewing | Palm Springs
Elevating the brewpub experience, Las Palmas Brewing combines upscale casual vibes with a microbrewery and natural wine bar in Palm Springs' Old Las Palmas neighborhood. As the only brewery with on-site facilities in the city proper, it offers about half a dozen rotating taps, including three house-brewed, crisp, clean beers made in small batches. Pair them with eats from rotating food vendors and relax in the beer garden.
Desert Beer Company | Palm Desert
Freshly opened in Palm Desert, Desert Beer Company shines with creative brews alongside traditional favorites. Highlights include Graham Cracker Stout, Chocolate Chip Stout, and the light, refreshing ‘Merica American Lager. Choose from nearly 20 options by the pint or flight.
La Quinta Brewing Co | La Quinta, Palm Desert, Palm Springs
With locations in La Quinta, Palm Springs, and Palm Desert, La Quinta Brewing Co. has been a valley favorite since 2013. Taprooms feature the full lineup, limited releases, and occasional special food offerings. Must-tries: Poolside Blonde, Heatwave Amber Ale, Desertfest Autumn Seasonal, and Koffi Porter infused with locally roasted Koffi coffee—perfect as a souvenir.
Bubba’s Bones & Brews | Cathedral City
This Cathedral City hotspot excels in authentic Southern barbecue like pulled pork and brisket, plus fusion hits such as egg roll mac 'n' cheese. Enjoy over 50 beers, including eight on tap with exclusive Bubba’s brews from San Diego’s Mission Brewery. A local favorite since 2017, thanks to its robust happy hour.
Coachella Valley Brewing | Thousand Palms
Launched in 2013, Coachella Valley Brewing uses farm-to-table ingredients like local citrus, herbs, honey, and dates for expert crafts. Try Kolschella, I-10 Session IPA, or Dubbel Date Belgian-style Abbey Dubbel. Brewery tours available for enthusiasts.
Babe’s Bar-B-Que & Brewery | Rancho Mirage
A Greater Palm Springs staple since 2002 along Highway 111 in The River, Babe’s offers an expansive patio, moody interior, and award-winning barbecue from U.S. and global styles (multiple Palm Springs Life "Best of the Best" wins). Sample Blackfin Lager, Palm Springs IPA, or Belgian Vanilla Blonde Ale.
More beer havens await with full menus for memorable outings.
Yard House | Rancho Mirage
Yard House boasts an extensive selection from California, nationwide, and global brewers, plus seasonal taps and the Chalkboard Series of unique drafts.
Eureka | Indian Wells
This lively American spot in Indian Wells serves fresh fare and a vast craft beer tap list amid TVs and a buzzing crowd.
Whole Foods Taproom | Palm Desert
Surprisingly stellar craft beer selection in a bright taproom—grab groceries, then a pint and snack.
Beer Hunter | La Quinta
A chef-driven sports pub with twisted classics, boasting outstanding bottled and draft beers.
The Beer Garden at Big Rock | Indio
Nestled at Big Rock Golf Course, this lush, community-focused garden with picnic tables, greenery, and string lights serves drafts, bottles, wines, and exclusive German beers from the "beer-tender."
El Jefe | Palm Springs
In the Saguaro Hotel, enjoy street tacos, margaritas, local crafts, and Mexican/American favorites—ideal for mixed groups.
Desert Distilling | Palm Desert
Prefer spirits? Greater Palm Springs' only distillery crafts small-batch vodka, gin, and white rum. Tours and tastings reveal the brothers' home-distilling roots.
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