Wondrous Brewing Company - Emeryville, California

Scott Olsen

My partner and I have been frequenting Wondrous since just a few months after their opening. As a huge craft beer fan, I'm comfortable saying Wondrous ranks among the best breweries in the Bay Area, if not the state of California at large. Their commitment to quality is unwavering. Each release runs the gamut of styles, from crisp, full-bodied lagers, to intensely aromatic IPAs, to complex barrel aged barleywines. On top of that, their staff is friendly, efficient, and welcoming. Wondrous should top the list of any beer fan visiting the Bay.

Brian Colvin

Good selection of beer. Good quality of beer. Atmosphere seems pretty chill. All around good. Would be 5 but prices are a bit high. Could fly if there wasn't so many other great breweries around, but think I'll head down the street next time

Rick Christiansen

On the newer side of breweries in the Berkeley area (for me at least) Tried a little something of every beer style so I can cosign em. Their triple westie won a blind taste test over pliny the younger at city beer store for all you people stuck in the past. Newer breweries make hella noise, too!

D B

Had a great time here sampling all of their stellar beers. I especially enjoyed their pale ale and IPAs. The bartender was awesome and super helpful; he made the experience that much more enjoyable.

Gareth Burns

All of the beer is amazing, couldn't stop drinking the Helles. Owner is super friendly and the atmosphere is laid back and welcoming. Would come back here everyday if I could.

Ashley Reynolds

Wonderful beers!! We tried 4 different ones and they were all delicious! Would highly recommend. Friendly, knowledgeable staff as well.

Michael Beaty

Full disclosure: I'm more of a wine drinker than a beer one. Physically I think this place is a beautiful place to hang out. It's kind of a modern industrial take on a biergarten with high ceilings and lots of wood and stainless steel. I've never seen it anything but spotlessly clean. When the weather is warm I definitely prefer hanging out on the patio area in front. They don't serve food themselves, but they sometimes have a food truck and are totally fine with you bringing in outside food. There are a handful of great food choices within walking distance.

They're known for their IPAs which aren't usually my jam, but there are always other interesting options to try. For example I had their new "Dark Headed" Imperial Stout on my last visit and really enjoyed it. (It was almost like a dessert wine, but beer if that makes any sense?) They also have taster pours so you can sample one or build a custom flight.

It does get a little busy on Friday around happy hour and on weekends. But the service has always been friendly and knowledgeable. I've never had to wait long for drink either. It's obvious they take pride in the product and what they do. They go above and beyond and I am happy to applaud them for it.

Bandana Garg

Went here for the first time. Very open layout inside and plenty of outdoor seating. The beers were good. Tried a couple of IPAs and they didn't disappoint.