Simi Valley Brewing Company Targets June Opening

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

After years of failed brewery plans, Simi Valley is finally getting a new hometown taproom this summer. Simi Valley Brewing Company is aiming to open in June 2026 at 20 W. Cochran Street, transforming the former Marie Callender's into an 8,400-square-foot space with a taproom, production area, and shaded patio. The project is led by a team of experienced restaurateurs and brewers, who plan to focus on West Coast IPAs and lagers along with a barbecue-heavy menu.

Why it matters

The opening of Simi Valley Brewing Company represents a major boost for the city's downtown dining and nightlife scene, which has struggled with empty storefronts and a lack of new development in recent years. The new brewery and restaurant is expected to draw crowds and foot traffic to the area, providing a much-needed economic shot in the arm.

The details

Simi Valley Brewing Company is the brainchild of a team that includes Ali Zia, co-founder of Tarantula Hill Brewing and former Bottle & Pint executive; restaurateur Phil Adler; and brewer Daniel Price. The partners are aiming to create a full-service restaurant and neighborhood gathering spot with a constantly rotating lineup of West Coast IPAs and lagers, as well as a menu focused on traditional pub fare with an emphasis on barbecue. The 8,400-square-foot space will include a 200-seat dining room and room for another 200 customers on the patio.

• Simi Valley Brewing Company is targeting a June 2026 opening, although the exact date will depend on inspections and liquor license approvals.
• The corner of Cochran and Madera has sat empty since Marie Callender's closed and was once promised to other brewery projects that never materialized.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Inspections and California ABC permitting will ultimately dictate the opening date for Simi Valley Brewing Company, though the tentative target remains June 2026.