New Simi Valley Brewery Aims for Summer Opening

Tarantula Hill Brewing Co. founder Ali Zia plans to open Simi Valley Brewing Company in June.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:49pm

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A stylized, isometric 3D digital illustration depicting the interior of a modern brewery with high ceilings, an oak tree-shaded patio, and customers enjoying drinks and food, conveying the welcoming and community-focused atmosphere of the new Simi Valley Brewing Company.The new Simi Valley Brewing Company aims to create a vibrant community gathering place with its spacious interior, oak-shaded patio, and rotating selection of craft beers and pub fare.Simi Valley Today

Ali Zia, co-founder of Tarantula Hill Brewing Company in Thousand Oaks, is planning to open a new brewery called Simi Valley Brewing Company in Simi Valley, California. The 8,400-square-foot space, originally intended for another brewery, will feature high ceilings, a spacious interior for 200 customers, and a patio that can accommodate an additional 200 people. The brewery will focus on West Coast IPAs and lagers, and the food menu will include traditional pub fare with an emphasis on barbecue, as well as seafood and vegan options.

Why it matters

The opening of Simi Valley Brewing Company will provide a new gathering place for the Simi Valley community, filling a gap in the local market for a brewery option. It also represents an expansion of the Tarantula Hill Brewing brand, which has found success in Thousand Oaks.

The details

Simi Valley Brewing Company will open at 20 West Cochran St. in Simi Valley, with a target opening date of June 2026. The brewery will be led by head brewer Daniel Price, who has previous experience at Beachwood Brewing & Distilling and RIIP in Long Beach. The beer menu will feature a constantly rotating selection, focusing on West Coast IPAs and lagers. The food menu will include traditional pub fare with an emphasis on barbecue, as well as seafood and vegan options.

  • Simi Valley Brewing Company is aiming to open in June 2026.
  • Tarantula Hill Brewing Company, the sister brewery, opened in Thousand Oaks in 2019.

The players

Ali Zia

Co-founder of Tarantula Hill Brewing Company in Thousand Oaks and the founder of the upcoming Simi Valley Brewing Company.

Daniel Price

The head brewer for Simi Valley Brewing Company, with previous experience at Beachwood Brewing & Distilling and RIIP in Long Beach.

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What they’re saying

“I saw a similar opportunity here in Simi Valley. Simi's in a similar situation where they are actively excited about having a brewery in town.”

— Ali Zia, Founder, Simi Valley Brewing Company

“The thought of creating a gathering place in Simi Valley where people could get together for a few hours was what we wanted to do conceptually.”

— Ali Zia, Founder, Simi Valley Brewing Company

What’s next

Simi Valley Brewing Company is currently awaiting inspections and liquor license approval, with a target opening date of June 2026.

The takeaway

The opening of Simi Valley Brewing Company represents an exciting new addition to the local community, providing a gathering place and expanding the options for craft beer enthusiasts in the area. The brewery's focus on West Coast IPAs and lagers, as well as its emphasis on traditional pub fare with a twist, suggests it will be a welcome addition to Simi Valley's dining and drinking scene.