Bread & Barley@Downtown Covina

 

Bread & Barley

130 N Citrus Ave
Covina, CA 91723

(626) 339-3310

breadandbarley.com

I've worked, lived, and breathed Covina for over 3 years and within that time I've slowly merged myself into the community. To outsiders, Covina is just another old town filled with antique shops not fit for the "modern" consumers taste. Much like any other old town, Covina has it's own unique heritage that's been aging for years and never dies. You'll see Covina's true colors coming down Citrus Avenue once you hit Badillo all the way down San Bernadino. It's almost like a time warp when you see all the brick buildings and the rustic facades of some of the shops and bars. Taking a cruise down this street is even more magical, the exterior lights from the theatre and bars light up the whole street. There's something nostalgic about the scenery and it hasn't been washed out by some of the newer businesses sprouting up north of the street. During October you can witness Covina's biggest event of the year, Thunderfest. The whole street is shut down and both sides of the street are filled with the rumble of hot rods, muscle cars, and a handful of bikers. 

This town has really got some character and it's a collective of both the atmosphere and the locals. Once I finally settled in this community, I recognize so many faces walking down these streets and not once has someone frowned at me or nodded a friendly gesture. This attitude is very contagious in Covina and what better way to repay someone then offer them a drink at the local gastropub. Finally, another grand addition to the Covina family and a milestone for craft beer lovers alike. It's up until now that Covina can be proud of having it's own gastropub that caters to craft beer connoisseurs and gourmet "foodies". Bread & Barley, Covina's finest, and it's here to make a point.

"Look good, drink good, feel good."

Hosting over 20 beers on tap, a seasonal array of gourmet burgers and sandwiches, this place boasts craftsmanship, style, variety and a friendly environment. Be sure to try their nitro infused beers! They'll be sure to keep at least two of them on tap. If you're having a hard time deciding what type of beer to get, there's always flight sets you can try up to 4 kinds of beer at a time. Of course the knowledgeable staff is always happy to give you single small samples and an explanation of each beer they serve

You can never go wrong with their flagship burger or a leaner Bison Burger.

If you weren't there for their Grand Opening, you missed out on these beautiful commemorative glasses provided to the first 100 loyal fans. If you were one of the first lucky hundred, cheers to that!