Guide: Hockey And Hops in AnaheimDiscover the ultimate Anaheim pairing: hockey thrills and craft beer chills. From catching the Anaheim Ducks in action to exploring local breweries, this guide highlights the best spots to cheer, sip, and enjoy a perfect hockey-themed day in Anaheim 🏒🍻Authorsagoux132
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The Stadium

Honda Center
Honda Center is one of those arenas that actually feels good to watch a game in—big enough for energy, small enough to see the action. Sit in the lower bowl if you can; the sightlines are solid. Parking’s easiest in Lot 2—quick in, quick out, no circus. Grab a beer before puck drop.
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Local Brews & Watch the Game

Noble Ale Works
Just a short walk from the arena, Noble Ale Works has dozens of house beers on tap. It also becomes a fan hub on game nights. Start with the Noble Pils. It’s crisp, clean, and the easiest way to ease into their lineup without getting wrecked early. If you’re in the mood for something bolder, go for whatever hazy IPA they’re pouring that week.
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Brewheim
A little further from the stadium but still worth the stop, is Brewheim. This brewery offers patrons rotating seasonal drafts as well as their staples. For ordering, the Heim Lager is the move: clean, dependable, and great for hanging around the taproom without feeling like you need a nap afterward.
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Golden Road Brewing Anaheim
Golden Road Brewing is just a quick drive or decent walk from the Center. For home or away games, expect a packed house to cheer on the Ducks. Their mango cart beer has earned global recognition.
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Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Karl Strauss Brewing Company is packed on game days. They have a few rotating brews, but they always have on tap their staples like the Red Trolley Ale.
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Lopez & Lefty's
Listed on the official "Duck Dives," Lopez & Lefty's offers guests an extensive list of drinks. Sit back, relax, grab a good beer, and watch the Ducks on one of the screens. For bites, go for the carne asada plate — seasoned just right.
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Epic Eats

JT Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery
Across the street from the Honda Center, JT Schmid's is the perfect place for grabbing dinner before a game. They have classic American pub food and a full menu. There are tons of screens, so if the Ducks are out of town, you won't miss the game or catch an Eastern Conference game before going to watch the Ducks.
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Angelo's Hamburgers
Another "Duck Dives" participant is Angelo's Hamburgers. This classic diner vibes restaurant is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat before a home game or while watching an away game. Double cheese with grilled onions, please!
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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
The Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar offers guests a full bar and menu. They have dishes like pot roast to fish & chips. It's just across the river from the arena, making this a great place to grab a bite before a home game.
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Tacos Los Cholos
Grilling their meats over mesquite wood makes this taco place that much better than the rest. This popular place is perfect for grabbing a bite to eat on the way to a game or for a late-night post-game bite. In the land of taco shops, Tacos Los Cholos reigns supreme!
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Stays Close to Honda Center

Ayres Hotel Anaheim
Located across the street from the Honda Center is the Aryes Hotel. The Aryes Hotel offers its guests a year-round open pool, free WiFi, a fitness center, and more. Enjoy the comfortable rooms, free breakfast, and easy access to Lot 2 parking that lets you roll in, catch puck drop, and leave without fighting traffic.
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The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A little further from the Center is The Viv Hotel. The Viv Hotel offers its guests two on-site restaurants, a coffee house, and a bar. It also has a fitness center and two outdoor pools that are open year-round.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim Resort Convention Center
Also located a little further from the arena is the Hampton Inn & Suites. The Hampton Inn & Suites offers its guests free WiFi, an outdoor area, an outdoor swimming pool that is open year-round, and more.
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Tours to Explore Before the Game

The North Orange County Craft Brewery Tour
Go on a brew tour through North OC. Get picked up and enjoy this almost five-hour tour. Visit three top North Orange County breweries—Four Sons Brewing, Ballast Point Brewing, and Riip Beer Co. Breweries may vary by availability.
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Anaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour
Explore Los Angeles highlights: Downtown’s Coliseum and Staples Center, Griffith Observatory views, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Boulevard nightlife, Beverly Hills glamour, Rodeo Drive shopping, Farmers Market lunch, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach boardwalk, and Marina del Rey. Stops can be customized, so if you're looking for a tweak in the itinerary, have at it.
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The Shared Temecula Wine Tour from Anaheim
Get picked up from your hotel and take a tour of the vineyards in San Diego's most beloved wine country. Start in Anaheim, then explore Old Town Temecula’s Western charm and boutiques. Wine tasting follows at Somerset, Oak Mountain (with underground wine cave), Cougar, Bel Vino, and Callaway wineries. Enjoy scenic views, guided tastings, optional lunches, and artisan pairings before returning to Anaheim. Stops and meals vary by day and schedule.
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