Welcome to Old Possum Brewing Co.
Old Possum Brewing Co. is a hidden gem nestled in Santa Rosa, CA, where craft beer lovers and food enthusiasts collide. With a cozy ambiance and friendly staff, this brewery is renowned for its diverse selection of brews, including a notable triple IPA and rich stouts. The culinary offerings, crafted by Flagship BBQ, elevate the experience with standout dishes like the Chicken, Bacon, and Chipotle Ranch sandwich and irresistible dry-rubbed wings. Set in a tucked-away location, it offers both indoor charm and a pet-friendly outdoor space—perfect for savoring a pint while watching sports.
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357 Sutton Pl, Santa Rosa, CA 95407 Hotline: (707) 303-7177
Welcome to the charmingly hidden gem of Santa Rosa, California—Old Possum Brewing Co.. Tucked away at 357 Sutton Pl, this brewery has garnered attention for its craft beers and exceptional food, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.
As you step inside, you may find yourself in what some affectionately call a "hole in the wall." But don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you; this brewery delivers fantastic offerings that you won’t want to miss. With an impressive selection of beers predominantly featuring IPAs, there’s also a thoughtful variety for beer enthusiasts who prefer something else, showcasing options like stouts and even guest ciders and wines. The knowledgeable staff is always on hand to guide you through their selection, ensuring a perfect pint for every palate.
The food, however, might just steal the spotlight. Old Possum Brewing partners with Flagship BBQ to provide a menu filled with mouth-watering options. Picture this: a deliciously messy Chicken, Bacon, and Chipotle Ranch sandwich accompanied by a side of bacon mac salad that leaves you wanting more. If you’re a fan of smoky flavors, don’t miss the bacon and smoked gouda sandwich, or dive into the dry-rubbed chicken wings, a crowd favorite that has received rave reviews from patrons.
But the experience doesn’t end there. The brewery boasts various seating options, from bar stools to cozy high-tops, and even covered outdoor seating that’s pet-friendly for those sunny Santa Rosa days. You can enjoy your drinks while catching the game on one of the many TVs or challenge friends at the dartboard. With live music on Sundays and a friendly vibe, it’s the perfect spot to unwind with friends or enjoy a relaxed date night.
In the words of a satisfied visitor, “This is a 'quiet secret' location.” With its laid-back ambiance and impressive offerings, Old Possum Brewing Co. has firmly established itself as a must-visit destination in Sonoma County. Due to its off-the-beaten-path charm, you're likely to leave with fond memories and a desire to return.
So, whether you’re a beer connoisseur or a food lover searching for your next favorite dish, Old Possum Brewing Co. promises a delightful experience worth seeking out. Don’t just take my word for it; go discover this brewing wonder for yourself!
I've been wanting to get back to this place for some time. I tried visiting before, but was called away pretty much after walking in the door. Tonight, I finally had the opportunity. I'm not sure what the definition of a "hole in the wall," but this just might be a hole in the wall. Oh yeah, off the beaten as well. Can we just pick this place up and move it closer to me? Please? If you don't know this place is here, you might never find it. We sampled a few of the beers tonight, the menu is IPA heavy (I'm not a IPA fan, but there are beers for regular Joes and not IPA Bro's). They also had a guest cider and two wine options on the menu. They did have a couple/few stouts on the menu. I did want to sample, but I was DD and needed to be good tonight. Sigh. One huge bonus here, no food truck...because they have their own dedicated kitchen (run by Flagship BBQ). Their food was was outstanding. I got a Chicken, Bacon and Chipotle Ranch sandwich w/ a side of bacon mac salad. My wife got a bacon & smoke gouda sandwich. A friend of ours got the smoked chicken & gouda sandwich. Another order had sourdough crostini and brie. Yeah we all love the food. I need to try the wings next time there. All orders are done at the bar (drinks & food). The bar has several stools to chill as you drink as you watch whatever on TV. There's a side room with more TV's, all different sports tonight. There are a handful of tables and high-tops. There's also dart board available. There is also covered outdoor seating available out front. Definitely a place to grab a pint, a bite and watch sports on TV. Nothing fancy and it doesn't need to be. Staff was cool and friendly. It's an odd location, but it's worth it to try and find. Sonoma County / Santa Rosa has many good breweries. I'd add this to the list.
BRYAN and ALEJANDRO crushed it during our visit! the beers are great, the views out to the west are good.. the food was awesome.. always enjoy this quiet 'secret' location. again - cant thank those two dudes mentioned above enough.. THEY DESERVE A RAISE!!! our party of 4 had a great experience that sunday afternoon thanks to these two!!
Absolutely love their triple IPA and the Interstellar stout. Good service and a cozy off the path location with nice outdoor seating that's pet friendly. Definitely worth a visit.
Open Sundays with live music 3-7pm Dog friendly patio Bbq, wings, bar food Great beer.
Stopped in on a Tuesday night with a friend to grab a beer and some food. Not very busy at all. Bartender was friendly. Took a seat and enjoyed some beers while watching the All Star game which was as on most of the many TVs hanging around the location. They have a nice covered area outside but we choose to sit inside. We decided to order some food and decided on the dry rubbed chicken wings to start. So good. Definitely worth getting. We then decided to other something else and we both decided on the "Holy Ship" shrimp tacos.... Let me tell you "HOLY SHIP" were they spicy. Good but DAMN. We were warned by the bartender but I guess I had watched one too many episodes of Hot Ones and I was up for a challenge. Out of the three the 1st was the hardest to get through. The other two, albeit spicy, went down a little easier. In the end great location to grab a beer and some grub.
I'm not a hop fan, so there wasn't much for me on the tap list, but so I'm focusing this review on the food - I ordered the pimento burger and had a bite of my husband's churrasco sandwich. Both were tasty! We stopped by in the middle of the afternoon on a Monday and were some of the only ones there - service was prompt and we were able to get back on the road quickly, which was nice.
First time coming here and it was nice. Don't be fooled by the look of some of the beers- they use a certain cold process and unfiltered so you'll see very little differences between the regular ales and the IPA's.. I got 4 flights of the Beastmode, Seastack, Garibaldi (my favorite), and the Drysdale. To eat I had the Nashville Hot sandwich which was good but very, very spicy. My companion had the Buffalo Chicken Melt and a glass of Chardonnay which she to send back and get a new bottle- it was discolored and the flavor was off.... Maybe old. This was a Monday night so no special events