Tailgating in Hawthorne: Local Craft Beers to Stock Up On

Tailgate for the big game in Hawthorne.

The best Hawthorne tailgate beer starts with local breweries like Common Space and LA Ale Works. For tailgating at SoFi Stadium, grab easy-drinking IPAs, Pilsners, and Lagers, but remember to park in the designated Pink Zone.

## Your Game Plan for the Best Hawthorne Tailgate Beer

Let's be real. Game day in Hawthorne is a serious operation. Whether you're gearing up to watch the Los Angeles Rams or the Los Angeles Chargers , the pre-game tailgate is where the magic happens. And with SoFi Stadium right in your backyard, Hawthorne is the official launchpad for game day festivities.

But a great tailgate isn't just about the grill. It’s about the cooler. You can't just show up with any old case of cans. You need the best Hawthorne tailgate beer to do it right.

This is your complete game plan. We’re pointing you to the best craft beer in Hawthorne, the South Bay legends worth stocking, the local butcher for your food, and the pro-tips you need to know about tailgating at SoFi.

Quick Hits: Your Tailgate TLDR

Hawthorne Breweries: Common Space Brewery (https://www.commonspace.la/) and Los Angeles Ale Works (https://www.laaleworks.com/).

Tailgate Food: Victor's Market Company (https://victorsmarketco.com/) for pre-order burgers, steaks, and bacon. S

oFi Rule: Tailgating is Pink Zone Only and requires an advance pass. No outside alcohol is allowed inside the stadium.

Beer Law: A to-go crowler or growler is an "open container." It must be transported in your trunk.

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## The Hawthorne Home Field: Local Breweries

First things first. You can't talk about Hawthorne tailgate beer without starting with the producers right here in town. These are your local champs, and they make it easy to grab fresh cans for the cooler.

### Common Space Brewery

Located right in Hawthorne, Common Space Brewery (https://www.commonspace.la/) is exactly what its name suggests: a huge, welcoming taproom and beer garden perfect for the community. It’s dangerously close to SoFi, making it a popular pre-game meeting spot. Their focus on fresh, accessible styles means you’ll find plenty of crowd-pleasers. Look for their crisp pilsners and refreshing pale ales, which are perfect for a long afternoon in the sun.

### Los Angeles Ale Works

The other Hawthorne-native is Los Angeles Ale Works (https://www.laaleworks.com/), a full-production brewery with a fantastic family-friendly tasting room. They are constantly rotating their taps, but their cans are what you want for the tailgate. We recommend grabbing a 4-pack of Palmera Pils , a clean 5.6% pilsner, or their Ocean Squeeze , a 6.8% juicy IPA. They also fill crowlers and growlers to-go , which is a great option (but more on how to transport those later).

## South Bay All-Stars: Craft Beer for Sports Tailgates

Okay, you've got your Hawthorne-local six-packs. Now you want to impress your friends with the best craft beer for sports tailgates from all over the South Bay. You could spend hours driving to El Segundo, Torrance, and Gardena. Or you could just tap an app.

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### El Segundo Brewing Company

If you love hops, you know El Segundo Brewing Company (https://www.elsegundobrewing.com/). They built their reputation on perfecting the West Coast IPA. Their Mayberry IPA is a classic for a reason: bright, clean, and full of citrus. For a tailgate, we also love their Broken Skull American Lager. It’s light, refreshing, and made for crushing in a parking lot.

### Smog City Brewing

Based in Torrance, Smog City Brewing (https://www.smogcitybrewing.com/) makes something for everyone, and they make it all incredibly well. Their core canned lineup is a tailgate dream. We always recommend Little Bo Pils , a 4.4% Czech-style pilsner that is light, crisp, and ridiculously sessionable. Their flagship Smog City IPA is another balanced winner that pairs perfectly with a burger.

### Monkish Brewing

If you want to be the hero of your tailgate, you show up with Monkish. This Torrance brewery (https://www.monkishbrewing.com/) is world-famous for its mastery of Belgian styles and, of course, its portfolio of ultra-soft, hazy IPAs. Getting your hands on their cans can be a mission. We make it easy.

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## Don't Forget the Food: Tailgate Essentials in Hawthorne

You can't have a cooler full of world-class IPAs and lagers without having the right food. Forget the grocery store chains. Hawthorne has a local gem.

Victor's Market Company (https://victorsmarketco.com/) is a third-generation, family-owned wholesale butcher right on Prairie Ave. While they supply hundreds of LA restaurants, they also sell to the public for pickup. This is the ultimate pro-move for your tailgate.

You can pre-order everything you need for the grill, including ground meats for burgers, premium cuts like New York Steak and Ribeye, and Applewood bacon. Just be sure to plan ahead: public pickup is available Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM.

## Pro-Tips: SoFi Stadium Rules & CA Beer Laws

This is the section that will save your game day. A great tailgate isn't just about what's in the cooler; it's about knowing the rules. Don't be that person who gets their supplies confiscated or turned away.

### SoFi Stadium Tailgating: Know Before You Go

You cannot just show up at SoFi Stadium and set up a tailgate. Read this carefully.

Tailgating is ONLY permitted in one specific lot: the Hyundai Pink Zone. You must have an advanced-purchase Pink Zone parking pass to enter. Tailgating is strictly prohibited in all other parking lots, including ADA or electric vehicle stalls.

Furthermore, no outside food or beverages (including alcohol) are allowed inside SoFi Stadium. All your consumption must happen in the Pink Zone during the approved window, which ends at kickoff. For all the details, check SoFi Stadium's official NFL tailgating policies (https://www.sofistadium.com/plan-your-visit/nfl-tailgating-policies).

### The Trunk Rule: How to Transport Your Craft Beer

This is the pro-tip you'll thank us for. Remember those fresh crowlers and growlers "to-go" from LA Ale Works? You cannot just put one on your passenger seat.

According to California's open container laws, any "nonmanufacturer-sealed container" (like a crowler, growler, or a restaurant's to-go cocktail) is legally considered an open container.

To transport it legally, it must be in the trunk of your vehicle. If your vehicle doesn't have a trunk, it must be in "some other area... that is not normally occupied by the driver or passengers". The glove box does not count. Don't risk a ticket or worse.

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## FAQ: Your Hawthorne Craft Beer Questions Answered

What is the best beer for tailgating? The best tailgate beers are typically crisp, flavorful, and lower in alcohol (sessionable). Look for Pilsners, Lagers, Blonde Ales, and Pale Ales. We recommend Little Bo Pils from Smog City Brewing or Palmera Pils from Los Angeles Ale Works.

Can you tailgate at SoFi Stadium? Yes, but only in the designated Hyundai Pink Zone. You must have a Pink Zone parking pass purchased in advance to enter this lot. Tailgating is not allowed in any other parking lot on the property.

Can I bring alcohol into SoFi Stadium? No. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited inside SoFi Stadium. You may only consume alcoholic beverages in the approved Pink Zone tailgating area, and consumption must stop at kickoff.

What are the best craft breweries in Hawthorne? The two primary craft breweries located directly in Hawthorne, California, are Common Space Brewery and Los Angeles Ale Works.

How do I transport a crowler or growler legally? In California, a non-factory-sealed container like a crowler or growler is legally considered an "open container". You must transport it in the trunk of your vehicle. If you do not have a trunk, it must be in an area not normally occupied by passengers.

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