Brewed Fresh · Tustin, CA

Beer that tastes like
you actually meant
it when you said "craft."

Every batch at Archaic is brewed in small quantities right here on East Main Street — so the flavor hits different from the very first pour to the last.

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140 E Main St, Tustin
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Craft beer being poured into a glass at Archaic Craft Brewery

Currently on Tap

Seasonal IPA

Our latest batch just dropped — citrus-forward with a smooth, lingering finish.

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On Tap

Every pint tells
a different story

Our rotating lineup changes with the seasons, but two things never do: the attention to detail and the flavor you can actually taste.

IPA beer glass with hop garnish
Flagship

The Archivist IPA

6.8% ABV

Pineapple and grapefruit hop character with a clean, dry finish. Our most poured beer for a reason.

Hoppy Citrus Medium Body
Dark stout in a tasting glass
Year-Round

Midnight Tannin Stout

7.2% ABV

Dark chocolate and espresso with a velvety mouthfeel. Sipping beer that rewards patience.

Robust Coffee Full Body
Golden lager in a pilsner glass
Seasonal

Tustin Gold Lager

5.1% ABV

Crisp, clean, and refreshingly simple. A Czech-style pilsner that makes every summer day better.

Crisp Biscuit Light Body
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Interior of Archaic Craft Brewery taproom
Brewing equipment at Archaic Craft Brewery
Fresh beer on tap
Craft beer pouring

Est. Tustin

Small batch, big flavor

Our Story

We brew for people who notice the difference

Archaic Craft Brewery started with a simple frustration: most craft beer had stopped feeling crafty. Big corporations were buying up the brands, and the beer wasn't as bold or as honest as it used to be.

So we opened our doors on East Main Street and decided to do it the hard way — small batches, real ingredients, and recipes we'd actually drink ourselves. No shortcuts. No corporate focus groups. Just brewers who care about what comes out of the tap.

Today, every beer that leaves our brewhouse carries the same standard we set on day one: if it doesn't make someone stop mid-sip and say "wow," we don't pour it.

12+

Beers on rotation

7

Gallons per batch

100%

Locally sourced hops

The Experience

More than a taproom — it's your new favorite room

Whether you're unwinding after work or celebrating something worth celebrating, our space is built for the kind of moments that make you want to come back.

Community First

Local art on the walls, local music on the playlists, and a seating area that actually feels like a living room — not a bar.

Tasting Flights

Not sure where to start? Try our four-beer flight and let our brewers guide you through the flavors. It's the best way to find your new favorite.

Events & Gatherings

Live music, trivia nights, beer-release parties, and private events — there's always something happening at Archaic.

"I've driven past a dozen breweries to come here. The beer is that good — and the people who pour it make you feel like you're the only customer in the room."

A regular since day one

Tustin, CA

Visit Us

Come find us on East Main

We're right in the heart of downtown Tustin, easy to find and even easier to enjoy. Walk in, grab a seat, and let us take care of the rest.

Address

140 E Main St
Tustin, CA 92780-4408

Taproom Hours

Mon – Thu: 3pm – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 8pm

Send Us a Message

Questions about events, private bookings, or just want to say hello?

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