Thompson Brewing Company (Craft Beer & Brewery in Riverside CA)

Thompson Brewing Company has been turning Riverside, California, into a playground for hop‑heads since 2012, when the founders (who’d been swapping recipes over kitchen tables) launched with a single tap offering. Fast‑forward a decade and the place now pours more than twenty regular brews, plus a rotating roster of sours, seltzers and even a cheeky splash of wine. The result is a menu that feels more like a tasting adventure than a beer list.

The interior is deliberately roomy – think plentiful tables, generous parking and a downstairs lounge where board games crowd the shelves, inviting patrons to linger longer than a typical pint‑stop. Families and dogs are as welcome as the regulars, and the kitchen serves up hearty BBQ that pairs spectacularly with the more adventurous ales. Weekly events keep the calendar as lively as the taps, while the ever‑changing releases guarantee you’ll never have the same experience twice. In short, Thompson manages to blend industrial grit with genuine hospitality, delivering craft beer with the kind of quality that makes you forget you ever questioned the concept of “brewery chic.”

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Thompson Brewing Company offers an excellent selection of beers, including various styles and seltzers, alongside decent BBQ options. The atmosphere is welcoming and conducive to a fun, family-friendly environment, with plenty of seating and parking space available.

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