Slim Pickins Brewhouse

Slim Pickins Brewhouse is a small-scale craft brewery in Cronulla, Sydney, focused on making its own beer in small batches. The tap list changes regularly, with the brewery aiming to keep each release fresh, true to style and centred on quality. Alongside familiar styles, the team says it is also interested in exploring new directions and developing its range over time, so the beer selection is not fixed. Brews are available to enjoy at the venue or take away.

Food comes from the in-house trailer, which serves burgers, Tex Mex and hotdogs. That makes Slim Pickins a straightforward option for pairing a casual meal with a locally made beer, without the venue presenting itself as a formal restaurant. The brewery's own description points to a relaxed, rustic setting, with seating in a booth or outdoors. There is also a playful hunting-for-big-bucks theme, adding character to the space without taking away from its focus on beer and simple, satisfying food.

The venue draws on the legend of Slim Picken, reflected in its carefree, rough-edged atmosphere and direct approach to brewing. Its connection with The Blind Bear Cronulla is another part of the story: the flagship craft beer venue has been serving beer since 2013, and Slim Pickins brews are also featured there. For visitors already exploring Cronulla's craft beer scene, the two venues offer a clear link between the brewery and its established local home.

Slim Pickins suits beer drinkers who enjoy trying rotating small-batch releases, as well as anyone after burgers, Tex Mex or hotdogs in a casual brewery setting. The booth and outdoor seating give visitors a choice of where to settle in, while takeaway beer makes it possible to enjoy the brewery's work elsewhere. It is open Thursday from 4pm to 9pm, Friday and Saturday from noon to 9pm, and Sunday from noon to 6pm.