The Family-Friendly Brewery In Northern California That Just Might Be Your New Favorite Hangout

This place is not just your ordinary brewery — it's a sprawling 30,000-square-foot facility that houses an awesome taproom and restaurant where you can chow down on mouthwatering food while enjoying some seriously delicious brews.

As you savor your chosen brew, you'll have the added pleasure of an unobstructed view of the lively brewery from the taproom and bar.

Choose from burgers, mac-n-cheese, Bavarian pretzels, and brick-oven pizzas.

It's the perfect spot to bring the whole family for a fun-filled outing.

To ensure you secure a spot, making reservations in advance, particularly on weekends, is highly recommended.

If you find your experience to be truly memorable, make sure to stop by the indoor shop, where you can purchase a Dust Bowl T-shirt or hat to commemorate your visit. Additionally, for those arriving by bike, Dust Bowl provides convenient bike racks, catering to a variety of transportation preferences. If you want to spend a night or two in this Central California area, you can rent a charming farmhouse on VRBO. This rental is right in the heart of Turlock.

In the face of the Great Depression and the hardships of the Dust Bowl, the Tate family ventured from Oklahoma to California, driven by their determination and love. Years later, Brett Tate, a third-generation family member, discovered an article featuring home brewer Don Oliver, who shared his dream of starting a brewery. United by their passion, Brett and Don founded Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in 2009, crafting exceptional brews from Central California. Their success led to the opening of the Downtown Taproom in 2011, followed by a larger facility in 2016. Dust Bowl's growth continued with taprooms in Monterey in 2019, Elk Grove in 2021, and most recently in Livermore.