The 45-year-old bar has reopened with new menus, a new look, and the same beloved turtles.

Beer remains the central focus of the bar program, offering an eclectic tap list including 16 rotating beers starting with local brewery El Segundo Citra Pale Ale, Modern Times Critical Band IPA and The Bruery’s Autumn Maple. There is also a mix of creative cocktails.

Culinary Director Trevor Faris has ramped up the bar menu with dishes such as Classic Shrimp Cocktail, Smoked Oysters, Mushroom Paté and Chicken Liver Mousse. 

Ricki Kline + Design has given new life to the 2,500 square-foot historic space and separate large patio with pops of color, different plaids, stripes and textures, comfortable and gracious seating opportunities, as well as a sparkling new back bar. The venue now encompasses a more open and airy vibe, as well as design additions such as marble bar tops and a double-sided beer display to complement Brennan’s original iconic identity as a classic roadside tavern. The patio will be a central part of the restaurant and bar with new green turtle racing striped seating, and shade provided by two full-grown olive trees and a large wood trellis over outdoor banquette seating.

Brennan’s turtles have also remained and now have an updated and expanded living area and sanctuary encompassing conditions as close to a natural habitat as possible with space to swim, sun and relax in between races, which take place every third Thursday of every month from 9pm.

Ideal For

Drinks

Signature Dishes

Bar food including oysters, sales, platters and burgers

Signature Drinks

Local California beers