North Auburn’s Rebellion Brewing taproom is getting ready for a second act after more than six months offline, and this time it is coming back with a full food lineup. The brewery plans to bring The Little Belgium Deli & Beer Bar into the taproom, pairing Rebellion’s beers with the deli’s sandwiches and Belgian beer offerings. The owners shut down the space for renovations last fall and have been dropping occasional hints about progress this month, but they still have not put a firm reopening date on the calendar.
Reopening plans and the people behind them
According to What Now Sacramento, a social media update on April 11 teased the taproom’s long-awaited return and confirmed the Little Belgium partnership. The outlet notes that Little Belgium had already built a local following in Auburn with Belgian beers, deli sandwiches and a range of vegetarian options. When husband-and-wife team Bret and Ariel McComb opened Rebellion in 2020, the taproom quickly drew attention for its novelty pour system and easygoing, neighborhood-friendly feel.
Inside the updated taproom
Rebellion Brewing Co.'s website lists the taproom address and hours and now features a "Little Belgium Deli" tab, suggesting the new food partner will be folded directly into the venue. Rebellion has highlighted its "bottoms up" pour system and touches like an ice rail and in-bar charging, perks that helped turn the room into a local hangout before the renovation. The site does not yet share a full food menu or spell out the exact scope of the work completed during the revamp.
How food helps taprooms thrive
Adding a kitchen or teaming up with a local food operator is a common play for breweries looking to boost weekday business and host more events. Fieldwork Brewing's recent growth, which included a full food program in Sacramento, shows how larger craft outfits are investing in kitchens to broaden their appeal, per Craft Brewing Business. Smaller players are making similar moves close to home: Ruhstaller's downtown plans, for instance, included a modest food program when it signed a lease, according to Sactown.
Rebellion has not announced an official reopening date. What Now Sacramento reports that the owners have not shared a timeline and that the outlet has reached out for comment. Locals who want to be first in line when the doors open again can keep an eye on Rebellion's website and social channels for the next round of updates.
