Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/16/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Black Sands Brewery
701 Haight St, San Francisco, California, 94117-3316
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Microbrewery
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- No standing kitchen listed — nearby restaurants and BYOF policies vary.
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.6% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.6% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.2% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.5% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.4% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.0% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.9% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
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Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/22/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/17/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/12/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Black Sands Brewery FAQs
Is Black Sands Brewery dog friendly?
Yes. Black Sands Brewery is dog friendly in San Francisco, including patio seating.
Does Black Sands Brewery serve food or host food trucks?
Black Sands Brewery does not currently list a standing kitchen or daily food-truck rotation. Nearby restaurants and BYOF rules vary.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Black Sands Brewery?
Black Sands Brewery can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Black Sands Brewery have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Black Sands Brewery lists outdoor patio seating in San Francisco, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.
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