San Francisco's craft beer scene is about to lose one of its cherished locales. Sunset Reservoir Brewing Company, acclaimed for its in-house award-winning beers and lively atmosphere, is set to pour its last pints at the end of August. The brewery's decade-long run will culminate on Saturday, August 31st. Their Sunset Reservoir Brewing Company Instagram invites patrons to "come and see us before then to enjoy a beer and a burger and to say goodbye."
Garnering a bevy of accolades, including being named "Best Local Brewery" by SF Weekly in 2021 and taking home medals from the distinguished San Diego International Beer Competition, Sunset Reservoir Brewing Company embedded itself as a fixture in the city's food and drink landscape. Its brews drew crowds, and the establishment offered a vibrant space for American eats and a captivating craft cocktail program. As noted by OpenTable, the brewery has been serving both lunch and dinner, and it was a go-to spot for brunch enthusiasts on weekends.
According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the closure comes when craft beer and larger beer companies have seen a market share dip. However, it hasn't stopped other Bay Area breweries from opening new locations or expanding their facilities, leading to a surge in local taprooms. Nevertheless, Sunset Reservoir Brewing Co.'s closure is not tied to any downturn in business, as clarified by owner Hilary Passman, who is shifting her focus to her other venture, Devil’s Teeth Baking Co.
The decision to close leaves fans with mixed feelings, witnessing the end of a spot that provided more than just a pint, but a hub for communal gatherings and artist performances. Passman is keen on growing Devil’s Teeth Baking Co., especially as its downtown pop-up transitions into a permanent spot, courtesy of the city's Vacant to Vibrant program. Naturally recognized for their cucumber gose and English-style pale ales at competitions like the U.S. Open Beer Contest, the brewery staff are preparing to bid adieu to a place many considered a second home, per the San Francisco Chronicle.
