I've got a 22oz Arrogant ******* in my fridge waiting for me. That's a good one. If you like hoppy beer that is. If you don't you are going to puke.
Nocal has a ton of great breweries that I favor -- North Coast, Mendocino, Lagunitas. Also, this season brings the joy of Winter beers, barleywines, and other special brews.
But really, the best brew is always a fresh one that was made close to where it was served. Most microbrew pubs are going to have something that beats the tar out of anything in a bottle.