Voted the World’s Best Seaside Park

October 3, 2024 – November 22, 2024

Thursdays & Fridays • 4pm‑8pm
at Brews at the Beach near Neptune’s Kingdom

(excluding 10/4 and 10/11)

Indulge in top Bay Area craft beers paired with delicious foods, while enjoying FREE entertainment.

For Purchase

$38 Beer & Food Flight*

3 Food Items, 3 Beer Tastes (pairing menu)

$24 Beer Flight

4 Beer Tastes

$15 Bites & Brews T-Shirt

$15 Bites & Brews Trucker Hat

*Season Pass Member Special:
Purchase a Beer & Food Flight, show your current Season Pass, and get a FREE Bites & Brews Trucker Hat while supplies last ($15 value).

2024 Food/Beer Pairing Menus

Delicious food and pairings inspired by our Boardwalk chef.

Oct. 3: “Asian Fusion”

  • Ahi Poke Nachos paired with Boardwalk Dreaming, Humble Sea, IPA
  • Korean BBQ Chicken Wings paired with Small Wonder Dust, Bare Bottle, Pale Ale
  • Togarashi Fries paired with Peachy Vibes, Full Circle, Wheat Beer 

Oct. 10: “Southern Comfort”

  • Nashville Hot Chicken paired with Giant Dipper, Discretion, Blonde
  • White Chicken Chili with Cornbread paired with Wendigo, Balefire, Wheat Beer
  • Fried Green Beans with Remoulade Sauce paired with 1 Love 8 Trill, Almanac, IPA

Oct. 17-18: “Pub Bites”

  • Fish & Chips paired with Mountain Lager, Tioga-sequoia, Lager
  • Fried Pickles paired with Mity Dry, Golden State Cider
  • Bangers & Mash paired with Nut Brown, Ale Smith, Brown Ale

Oct. 24-25: “Mexican Plates”

  • Quesabirria paired with You Auda Know, Bare Bottle, Pilsner
  • Chicken Flautas paired with Helles Lager, Humble Sea, Lager
  • Esquites paired with Mai Tai, Alvarado St, IPA

Oct. 31 – Nov. 1: “All-American Grub

  • Smashburger Slider paired with Balefire, IPA
  • Mac & Cheese paired with Watsonville Wildflower, Fruition, Honey Blonde
  • Buffalo Chicken Wings paired with Hefe Moon Bay, Bare Bottle, Wheat Beer

Nov. 7-8: “Street Food”

  • Kebab with Tahini Sauce paired with Ray Gun, Other Brother, IPA
  • Samosa paired with Work Street, Steel Bonnet, Pilsner
  • Street Taco paired with Dream Waves, Bare Bottle, Lager

Nov. 14-15: “BBQ Bites”

  • Brisket Slider paired with Baby Bug, Balefire, IPA
  • Cowboy Beans paired with Taste Gud Lager, Humble Sea, Lager
  • Potato Salad paired with Sea Sider, Other Brother, Lager

Nov. 21-22: “Almost Turkey Time”

  • Turkey Slider paired with Cute Fruit, Other Brother, Sour
  • Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Aoili paired with Slip, Fruition, Pilsner
  • Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction paired with Moped Red, Balefire, Irish Red

FREE MOVIES

Thursdays (in Oct. and Nov.)
Saturdays (in Nov.)
Starting at 6:30pm
On Colonnade Stage

Hocus Pocus

Thursday
October 13

Hocus Pocus

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Thursday
October 20

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Shaun of the Dead

Thursday
October 27

Shaun of the Dead

A Night at the Roxbury

Thursday
November 3

A Night at the Roxbury

A Night at the Roxbury

Saturday
November 5

A Night at the Roxbury

Jaws

Thursday
November 10

Jaws

Jaws

Saturday
November 12

Jaws

Thursday
November 17

Rocky

Saturday
November 19

Rocky

Trivia guy

TRIVIA NIGHTS

Thursdays
6:30pm-8pm

On Colonnade Deck

Join us every Thursday for Trivia Nights, hosted by Trivia Captain, Michael Cahalan! It’s the perfect way to pair your love of great food and craft beer with a little friendly competition. Test your knowledge with two games each night, with teams of up to six players. Win prizes while enjoying delicious bites, sipping on cold brews, and taking in the stunning ocean views. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just looking for a great time with friends, this event has something for everyone!

band performing outside

FREE LIVE MUSIC

Fridays
6:30pm-7:30pm

On Colonnade Deck

See Schedule Below!

New Horizons

Oct. 18
The New Horizons

Band Info >

Ripatti

Oct. 25
Ripatti & Rose

Band Info >

Nagging Doubts

Nov. 1
The Nagging Doubts

Band Info >

Nick Disalvo & Shawn Yanez

Nov. 8
Nick Disalvo & Shawn Yanez

Band Info >

Ted Welty

Nov. 15
Ted Welty

Band Info >

Matt Masih

Nov. 22
Matt Masih

Band Info >

Details

  • Specific food items are rotated each week. Beers are recommended to compliment the food items, but guests are welcome to mix and match. 
  • Beer comes in 6-oz. tastes for flights.
  • Additional food is available for purchase along the Boardwalk and at Boardwalk Grille.
  • IDs WILL BE CHECKED, you must be 21 years or older to consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Please don’t drink and drive. Use Uber, Lyft, taxi, or contact a sober driver.
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