Homage Brewing

Since 2016, Matthew Xavier Garcia’s Pomona-based microbrewery has produced a creative array of lagers, hazy IPAs and sours that, true to the brand’s name, pays homage to European brewing culture. In 2021, Homage Brewing opened a second larger location in Chinatown, which features 21 house taps plus guest beer selections, natural wines and ciders. Located just a few minutes’ walk from Highland Park Brewing and the Metro station, the Chinatown location offers a breezy outdoor patio and a DJ playing records inside, which makes for a surprisingly lively taproom experience conducive to dancing and group hangouts. There’s also a small food menu that includes burgers, wings, cheese plates and other light snacky fare.