3 Best Bars in The North Coast, California

This bustling microbrewery with surf-tropical decor accents is a good place to relax with a pint of ale or porter. Soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and light meals are served.

Murals depicting logging, fishing, and other local industries adorn the walls of this small-batch brewery opened by two childhood pals. You'll find the expected range of ale types, along with novelties like the Jasmine Green Tea Ale and Overkill Chocolate Raspberry Imperial Stout.

An Irish-style watering hole, Patterson's is a friendly if occasionally boisterous gathering place, with good pub grub and nearly two dozen beers on tap.