Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Livermore Taproom

Great vibes, great beers, solid food. We ate out on the patio and enjoyed the wide selection of local brews. The IPA I chose had delicious hints of pineapple. Food was prepared in a food truck parked on the property. The brisket burger and flatbread pizzas were solid though a bit overpriced. Service was a bit mixed. Two of our servers weren't very friendly or helpful. Hence the 4 stars rather than 5.

Small but perfect spot to relax and unwind. They have corn hole, and a big fire pit that sits 8. Dogs are welcomed. Atmosphere was perfect and well maintained. You order from the truck then they give you a buzzard let you know food is ready to pick up. They come around and take your orders for drinks. I love coming to places like this. My family and I will definitely return if we're in the area.

A great place to hang out and relax with friends or family on a warm sunny day. They offer different variety of beer and delicious finger bite foods. We ordered the double cheeseburger with fries, the coconut shrimp, the flatbread cheese pizza and they were delicious. Outside is a small playground and a cornhole board game for young and adults to play. We would definitely come back to this place.

Great place to sample a variety of beers. A decent selection of food items makes it a perfect place to relax.

I stopped in for lunch and was happy with both the beer and food. I appreciate that they have different size pours you can do so that you can taste different beers. The service was friendly and they even handed out a sample of the beer of the month. It was a little strange to order the food from the food truck vs with your waiter inside, but they make it easy.

Great beer and excellent service. The layout of this location is great. It has your classic bar with a huge tap list. It’s got wonderful outdoor seating ,food, and some comfy spots inside to sit with a group of friends.

This was a cool vibe and idea. You order from a food truck outside and have the choice to sit inside or outside near the many fireplaces provided. There is a lot of beers to choose from and a good menu for eats. We went with the brisket burger and a side salad. Also, a cheeseburger with fries. This was a first time for us and we don’t live in the area but when we get back we will be back.

This food truck is absolutely amazing! The shrimp, sausage, and meat were all perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Tex-Mex salad was a standout—delicious and served in a huge, crispy tortilla shell that added a nice crunch. Of course, the beer was refreshing and complemented the meal perfectly. The outdoor setting was super cozy, with screens and a fireplace creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy great food and drinks in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Highly recommend checking it out!

Five stars alone just for the waiter who was tending the outdoors area. I didn't catch his name but his energy was absolutely infectious. He took his job seriously and provided some amazing customer service, legit knew what to recommend from the menu from drinks to the food. He came by often to make sure to discard peoples trash and pick up peoples empty mugs. He alone would drive me to come back! I'll always remember this place because of him. The michelada was refreshing. He recommended the brisket burger which was fantastic and the fries were super fresh from the fryer. Both were delicious but absolutely treats because they were so decadent. The outdoor area was a plus if you have dogs !

Ask For David. The setup is super spacious, drinks and food are really good, but I'm leaving a 5 star review specifically for the service we received. He made the experience so much more enjoyable. His service was top tier. In the time I was there, there were about 4 different tables that complemented him as well.

What an absolute joke of a "dog-friendly" restaurant. I brought my sweet, fluffy Aussiedoodle--who literally gets compliments from strangers for being the cutest thing on four legs--and the staff kicked us out, claiming she was "aggressive." Aggressive? She barked. At another dog, who's my best friend's dog! Apparently that "woof" was enough for them to act like she was some feral wolf ready to terrorize the patio. Meanwhile, I've seen toddlers throw bigger tantrums than her bark. The manager or whoever this person was rushed over with the most dramatic tone, telling me we had to leave because my dog was "aggressive" the greatest part is, that she comes and tells me this while we were "enjoying our food Calling this place dog-friendly is false advertising. It's more like dog-phobic. They might as well put a sign out front that says: "Dogs welcome... until they behave like dogs." Save yourself the embarrassment and go literally anywhere else that actually understands what "pet-friendly" means. My dog and I will not be back. Ever.

If you're in the mood for some great beer and a super chill environment, Dust Bowl Brewing is the place to be. I'm from Hawaii and the ordering system is different from what we're used to, but it makes total sense and makes it easier to order and check out. Water is self serve and you need to walk up to place your food order. Waiters are there mainly for drinks. Beer nachos was better to me than the poke nachos but both were excellent and you can't go wrong with either. The e flatbread pizzas are great too. Nice flavors and crispy.

"Flawless! Always a Great Time!" Whenever I'm in the area, I make it a point to stop at Dust Bowl in Livermore. It's easy to get to with lots of free parking. Every time I come here--without exception--I have a great experience, especially due to the wonderful bartender, Mike. I have no idea how you got this guy, but keep him! Don't forget the wonderful staff of Kristen and Taylor, as well as the professional tap room manager, Greg. All outstanding professionals! This is one of my all-time favorite taprooms. I don't know exactly what management is doing, but keep it up! Thanks for making every experience a wonderful one! I keep trying to think of something to criticize, but always fall short.

This was my first visit to Dust Bowl and I appreciated the varied beer choices (and seating options). Our server was patient with our large group and explained that we order food at the truck and drinks with him. We opted to eat in the covered patio area, but there were numerous tables near two fire pits and tables with umbrellas. The food was pretty good, although my Mac and cheese burger could have been improved with additional seasoning to make the blandish mac and cheese patty outstanding. The beer sampler was awesome; took home the Tank You and Confused Citrus. Having a rebate on the four-packs was unexpectedly satisfying.

08222025 BFF and I met up here for a much needed one on one... it so happened to be that it was one of those hot days (sticky hot!) we walked in and got a table (it was a Friday so it wasn't quite packed yet). Staff were friendly and explained how everything worked re their tasting. I got the beer sampler... Fruit Tramp Berry Sour = this was really bad... definitely took me by surprised b/c of how sour it was... if that's your thing then this is yours but definitely not like the fruity beer I've had at Almanac. Huckleberry Kettle Sour = another no on this - I barely touched this as well as the Berry version. It wasn't drinkable at all and I told the BFF I felt bad but she said if it's not good, don't make myself sick by drinking it. Fair point! Strawberry Margarita (hard seltzer) = Also didn't finish this. I wanted to try hard setlzer but I guess this was a bad choice as a starter. My favorite would have to be their watermelon beer... which doesn't taste as good as the 21st Amendment version but it was the best out of the 4 samplers. Food wise - I had the cheese flatbread (it wasn't good as well... I barely touched it, it was so bland and lacked any taste.) The only saving grace was the brussel sprouts... which was the only food we ate b/c it tasted normal and decent. BFF had the carne asada fries and she balked at it as well b/c it was filled with so much sauce and she said it was overwhelming. She didn't mention much about her drink... I think at that point she was over with everything lol. I probably wouldn't opt to eat food here again but just grab a regular sounding beer next time around... At least we tried it and I still like Almanac in Alameda, food and beverages.

Great selection of beer, and especially love their Peach Love Haze (Hazy IPA) and often buy the cans to go. This is the only place I've seen a quadruple IPA also, which is amazing. The food truck was broken when my group came (bummer) but they do allow outside food, and there are many options in this plaza. Plenty of outside seating for large groups. The service is a bit slow, and when I walked in to use the bathroom I saw 3 staff members yapping in a circle so that explains why. But super kind and understanding when my group was indecisive about our orders.

Those garlic fries and IPAs were gone in the dust fr! Dust Bowl Brewing is located in the plaza across from the Livermore outlets and in front of Junbi Matcha & Tea and Sees Candies. Open seating both inside and outdoor. Food is self order at their food truck outside, while they keep a tab open. I like how you can tell they mainly specialize in their craft beer -- there's a fridge on the left side where you can take some of the beer in a can. The huge open layout with couches to lounge on is also a great concept and seems like a nice place to chill with family & friends! My family and I enjoy beer, but are more fans of Blonde Ale and fruity aftertastes. There's actually a great amount of options for everyone ranging from that classic malt flavor of beer to an espresso one called the Stout or fruity concoctions. They offer options for how much beer you want, which a full pour was $9 and half a pour was $4.50.There's even a 32 ounce one available at a reasonable price. We all really enjoyed our drinks at a full pour option and for once the descriptions are relatively accurate as an avid beer lover. I will say most of them are IPAs, so if you prefer a lighter profile to a strong one definitely go with a Blonde. Decent amount of food options and prices, but nothing super crazy. Garlic fries were a HIT though and large portions. BBQ chicken wings were crunchy and soft. Had more of a sweet & hickory taste than smoked, but I don't think I'd get it again. We love a good brewery with some eats! Put me in a place that says "craft beer" on their menu and I'm sold. I will say though there were a lot of servers that weren't really doing anything ... It was hard to flag even one down to take your order, which is why I gave the place 4 stars. Music could be a bit louder too.

DAVID DAVID DAVID!!!!!!!! All I have to say. I work in the hospitality business as a GM for a Brazilian restaurant in the Bay Area. In my 10 years as a GM I've never seen customer service at this level. I can't imagine what this place would do without him. His energy, awareness, recommendations and professionalism is top tier. I came here a year ago and I never had the chance to work with David. Because of him I will always come back! Who ever is reading this and you love wings. Get what David recommended. (Korean wings EXTRA CRISPY) Thank you for the great experience David!

A great selection of beers, good food, nice, airy atmosphere, friendly staff, outdoor seating. What more could a person want? It's a great place to come on it's own, but the proximity to the Outlets should make it a great place to come after a day of shopping. One of my new go-to spots in the Dublin/Livermore area!

Great vibes, great beers, solid food. We ate out on the patio and enjoyed the wide selection of local brews. The IPA I chose had delicious hints of pineapple. Food was prepared in a food truck parked on the property. The brisket burger and flatbread pizzas were solid though a bit overpriced. Service was a bit mixed. Two of our servers weren't very friendly or helpful. Hence the 4 stars rather than 5.

Dust Bowl has a very casual atmosphere and a huge shady patio with large picnic tables. When it gets crowded you'll probably be sharing tables with other parties. There's also seating inside. I saw some games, like corn hole, mostly kids were playing. Pleasantly surprised, because I was expecting basic bar food. The potatoes in the carne asada fries were better than expected - crispy on the outside and seasoned. Service is quite casual/slow, someone comes to get your drink order and you order food at the food truck (same tab).

Dust Bowl was a beautiful, spacious brewery with ample indoor and outdoor seating. Their food is self order outside, but you can always bring your food to eat indoors. They have TVs all around the place, even outside, so you can catch your game from anywhere within the brewery. Service was quick, but be prepared to wait longer for a server to come around during busier days. Their ahi poke nachos were made with fried wonton chips, which were an excellent substitute to traditional tortilla chips! The strawberry margarita seltzer and smoked scotch beer were crisp, refreshing, and tasty. There is corn hole and a grassy area for all kids and kids at heart in their back area. I loved the set up and see ourselves back for our next group outing.

Adore the abundance of patio seating and can bring the dogs. The large farm tables outside are gorgeous. There were a variety of seating inside and outside. Food was ordered outside and they brought it to us. It was very attentive service when we went. They brought water out for the dogs and came by often enough. The sidewinder fries were a very cool shape, had some crunch bits, big scoops of guac and sour cream. The carne asade was very generic though, not much char or flavor, just avg ground beef. The quesadilla came out hot, Had a lot of melty tasty cheese, but could have had a little more meat. The wings were good sized and we liked both the flavors. We ordered about 4 diff types of beers and we liked all of them. They had a good selection of summery, fruit flavored beers that were so so so refreshing and good. That mango one, my goodness! You can add extra dollar to make them micheladas but not all the beers would be good for that. Liked it a lot, and want to be more regulars here.

You have to order your food at the cashier and get your own water and pick up your food from the food truck when it's ready. The only thing they served you was the beer. We had a prosciutto and fig pizza and the chicken wings. It was average... a little salty actually.

Wynn made our visit so memorable and special! He was so helpful at picking the BEST beers for us and went over and beyond to make sure we could go home with all the beers we'd love. Thank you so much Wynn!

The beer choices were really good and unique. The fruity flavor to some of the beer was really refreshing. It definitely left an impact in terms of the taste and smoothness. The burgers and food choices are limited but that's OK given the highlight are the drinks. Overall excellent service, nice casual ambiance and easy parking are a great plus.

It was a cold Saturday and after shopping we stopped into Dust Bowl Brewing to see what it had to offer. They have lots of seating outside with fire pits and enclosed patio seating with tvs. We opted for inside where there was comfy chairs and couches for two. My husband loved the coffee stout and I had a salt rimmed margarita....Yum. Our wonderful server Julia was very attentive and helpful as we were newbies and had no idea how this place operated. We ordered clam chowder which hit the spot on a drizzling cold afternoon and the chicken sandwich for my husband with garlic fries. There is no in house kitchen so you have to order from the on-site food truck. All food was brought to our table fresh and hot. With so many choices of beer we decided to order a flight and wow did they pack a puch...in a good way! We are looking forward to our next visit.

This was a cool vibe and idea. You order from a food truck outside and have the choice to sit inside or outside near the many fireplaces provided. There is a lot of beers to choose from and a good menu for eats. We went with the brisket burger and a side salad. Also, a cheeseburger with fries. This was a first time for us and we don't live in the area but when we get back we will be back.

Nothing like spending a Saturday night with friends at dustbowl. We had several different drinks and a few appetizers as well as the Korean chicken sandwich. The drinks were great and the food was also delicious. We got to sit outside and then towards the end of the night we were able to sit around the fire pit. It was a lovely Saturday night with amazing vibes. There's free parking there and even Tesla charging if you need to charge. All the staff were nice and very attentive.

First timer experience was great! No problem with seating. We sat at the bar as it was a bit cool outside and we didn't want to sit on the sofas. I was able to taste a couple beers since I've never had any before and their recommendation was perfect. Honestly I don't remember which one it was but it was really good. Ordering food is easy - go outside and put it on your tab. We had the Okie flatbread pizza and the special Cajun Shrimp Boil. It was totally coincidence that the Warriors were playing Oklahoma, too. :-) Food came out piping hot less than 10 minutes after we ordered. The flatbread pizza was fresh and very tasty. Certainly enough for two, or even leftovers for tomorrow's lunch. The Cajun shrimp boil was spicy! I was sweating after the first couple bites! 7 shrimp and 5 corn slices, along with garlic bread and andouille sausage. This was filling and went great with the beer. Will certainly come back!

We needed to grab lunch prior to hitting the outlets across the street. I figured you couldn't wrong with a brewing company. I was happily surprised with the food and drinks. The kiddos had the chicken burger and pizza. I got the chicken wings. I was blown away. Definitely coming back!

Dust Bowl is definitely a welcomed change to all the chain restaurants by the outlets. There's seating indoors and outdoors. Outdoors thankfully have awnings where you can be in the shade when it's out or around a firepit in the colder evenings. They usually have live music on Thursdays. I think there is some kind of cornhole setup too. Their assortment of beer is friendlier in that there are more than just IPAs which I am so grateful for. Their strawberry margarita hard seltzer is dangerously delicious. It doesn't taste anything like White Claws but more like juice. ABV is pretty high up there so be careful. Water is self-serve. I haven't tried their restaurant but the BBQ truck they used to have was good too. Unlike the outlets on weekends/holidays, parking is easy for the Dust Bowl.

The food was absolutely amazing my friend and I had the tri tip burger and coconut shrimp and I would come back just for the food. You do have to order food at the food truck and then go and pick it up once it's ready. The location was a bit small. I would absolutely go back and try the Poké nachos. They looked amazing and very large portion of fish. Also had their funnel fries in. Those were super good.

First time here but got the Buffalo chicken pizza and it was pretty darn great! I'm not a huge beer drinker but they have a ton of different kinds to choose from. Got some extra Buffalo sauce with it as well and it was great!

Nice spacious brewery with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff here are all friendly and knowledgeable about the beers. From entering and looking at their canned beers the staff had helped us with questions we had. Especially Alex aka Storm. He was very friendly and told us a lot about the beers. We were able to sample the beers we wanted to try before actually getting ordering them.

The beer, as usual, was excellent! But this is a review of the food. The old food truck is gone, replaced with their own food and it is so good. I had the chicken wings and they were huge. A single order could be a meal for one person (ask me how I know!). The pepperoni flatbread was awesome. The 2 kiddos loved it and it would have fed another adult as well plus another kid. Definitely good value! I love the seating here. One of the best outdoor spaces in the East Bay. Lots of space for large groups!

Awesome service here! walked in here after visiting the outlets and was immediately informed about the beers and recommended suggestions on what to try based on our preferences. The bartender who helped us was such a delight! definitely will be coming back because of Alex. He was very on point when it comes to getting refills and checking in on. Yes yes yes to dust bowl!

Cute place to enjoy outdoor eating and drink on a beautiful sunny day. You can sit inside or outside. It's self serve seating, and a waiter will come and get your drink order and you will place your food order outside. Large selection of to go brews as well. A beautiful casual space! I loved that this place had every age in the building, I mean from new borns to elders. Dust Bowl was welcoming and the food we ordered was great!

Been here a few times now and it's quickly becoming my favorite spot! TV's everywhere, good music. Today my server David took great care of our table, gave great food recommendations (ahi nachos with chips on the side!), but you can never go wrong with the pepperoni flatebread. Out server made sure we were satisfied with the game on the TV closest to us, and all while being the only server on the floor! David is the man, the myth, and the legend. Will definitely be back.

We stopped here on our way out of town, after some shopping at the outlets. It's a great spot to come with your dog for a bite to eat and some beer, if you're a drinker. My husband and I no longer drink and would love to see some non alcoholic beer options offered. That is the only reason for 4 stars. Our server was great. She let us know she took drink orders and took our payment information and let us know to order at the food truck and give our name since it'll be tied to the card on file. The nachos were my fav so I stole some from my son. There were a ton and he could t even finish them! There's plenty of outdoor seating with large tables that can seat multiple groups of people.

This was my first time visiting and it was fantastic. I live in Monterey so I am used to smaller Dust Bowl, but it was exciting to see such a large, clean, and organized space. The gentleman even ordered our food for us, and we tried the prosciutto flatbread which was delicious. The drinks were just as good, the company was great, and I had a wonderful time.

Stopped by for a quick drink after shopping on a weekday afternoon. Staff were very friendly and this is definitely a spot I may stop by again after hanging at the Livermore Outlets for a day. I had a strawberry iced margarita drink (?) and it was pretty tasty. I liked that they had options for different amounts to get, in case I wanted to have a smaller taste of one drink before committing to another. Vibes were fun inside. Casual ambiance for sure. Husband's review: "The couches were comfy inside!"

Fun vibes here at Dust Bowl Brewing located in a shopping center across from the Livermore Outlets. Super friendly staff and enough space at the bar, as well to sit down and eat inside or at the patio. Cool for a casual date as well as for families! For a casual bar and good vibes, 5 stars is a no-brainer!

Came here on a rainy Monday afternoon hoping for a quick bite, knowing they're a brewery first and restaurant second. There was a decent amount of people at the bar but the rest of the place was pretty much empty, which was awesome since it was quiet and we could actually have a conversation. There is plenty of seating both inside and out, of course since it's rainy we sat inside. The bartender/waiter was so awesome, I wish I'd have asked for his name. I was in the mood for a michelada and he recommended a beer with it based on what I was in the mood for, it was perfect! We got some garlic fries and a caprese flatbread to share which was perfect to split for two. If you're wondering how this Dustbowl compares to the one in Turlock- this one is much smaller, they don't have as big of a menu for both the beers and food. I have also only been to the one in Turlock when they're super packed (which seems always) so the atmosphere at this one was a lot more chill. Also these guys are open early so you can grab lunch!

Food is always the best and our server, David, was the most badass and attentive server! He put on red zone for us and made sure we had everything we needed! Beast of a server. Special shoutout to our favorite bartender Michael too. Love the spot! Ambiance!

Beer is delicious. Food is good too. But is it necessary to have to go plastic containers for food when you are eating there? What a waste! This place really needs to get with it and offer real plates and real silverware. They offer Plastic and disposable everything except for the beer glasses. Lame! Everyone who works here is friendly and helpful. Vibe is laid back. Our experience overall was awesome and I do love their peace, love and haze IPA.

Love this brewery! The food and drinks are great. Service was decent and ambiance was super lively. They have a large selection of beer to choose from. The best part here is the food. I got the poke nachos and taco salad. The portions were HUGE and delicious. Overall great hangout spot with friends.

This was our first time here. The people are extremely friendly and told us how it all worked! Thank You! My wife had the buffalo chicken sandwich and ate the whole thing. She never does that! I had the Korean chicken sandwich with gochujang sauce and it was messy, that means it was great! My wife said we need to come back!

The beer was good! So many options to choose from and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable.

In the area shopping to my hearts content at the outlets ran into this gem when I didn't want to eat at the over priced over crowded food court. They are across the street and in walking distance! Super yummy food for me and for the hubster plenty of selections of beer on tap, bottle served all ways! They have indoor and outdoor seating from couches to high top tables to outdoor picnic style seating... this place was so fun! Staff was super friendly and patient, our server was nice and kept checking on us. We saw people come with their kids and pups, it was a real nice atmosphere! They even have lawn games! We will come back and look forward to trying other dishes as this time around we stuck with cheeseburger and fries which did not disappoint! There's also fire pits which I'm sure are super nice at night! Check them out!!! Support local and enjoy a yummy beer! Your server comes to the table takes your drink order and keeps your tab open. Walk up to the middle kitchen area outside, give them the name of your open tab and order your meal, buzzer is given to you and when your food is ready buzzz!! You go and grab and bring to your table... done and done!

Great service, delicious beer, and the food was incredible too! We originally sat in the lounge seats and placed our order, but once the food arrived, we realized we needed a proper table to eat our food. We moved seats but chose to close out because we were moving out of our servers area. Even though she wasn't officially our server, she continued to check in to make sure we had everything we needed. We shared a house salad (standard, nothing special) and the bbq brisket pizza (holy cow this was amazing). They put pickled red onions on top of the pizza instead of caramelized, and it provided a delicious acidic relief from the heavy fattiness of the pizza. We were raving about it for the rest of the day.

Came by here on a Friday night to catch up with my cousin. Got here around 530pm and it was a little busy but we found seats outside. We ordered some flights since we couldn't decide on what to really get. They have a food truck outside that sells fried foods so if you need some grub your good. They have a nice extensive menu on here for drinks. From light beers to the heavy stuff. The staff here is very nice and courteous and they do an amazing job making sure everyone is happy.

Really great service and great beers! I ordered 2 of the hard seltzer's and my partner got 3 beers and even bought a pack to bring home. Highly recommend. They have Ample parking and clean bathrooms, always a plus!

Had been wanting to try this place for awhile and we finally made it in on a Sunday afternoon. Nice open space with plenty of seating, friendly and attentive staff, and solid grub from the on-site food truck means we're already planning to make regular stops here.

We really enjoyed the food and drink here, and the service was friendly and attentive. Both the burger and the chicken sandwich were amazing, and we enjoyed the flights of beer we tried as well. Nice outdoor area but also good indoor space. A little dirty, though. You order drinks at your table and give them a credit card to open a tab. Then you use the name on the card to order food at the food truck. Pretty simple and efficient system; we liked it better than at some other places. Definitely will return.

Great beer great food and I hope they open in SLO . Staff friendly dog friendly great location

The peanut butter burger is worth a trip from stockton for. Great atmosphere. Fun dining.