16 Best Craft Breweries near El Cajon

Burning Beard Brewing Co. Brewery • $$
785 Vernon Way, El Cajon

“Okay, four stars isn’t really fair because the beer was amazing. Great brewery, great music but no fries?!!! If you have food at your brewery always have and never run out of fries. If you’re looking for good beer this is the place, if you need fries with that beer they don’t have them. At least not the day I was there. Sorry dudes, step up the French fry game. You should actually get rid of everything on the menu and focus on French fries.“

4.4 Superb65 Reviews
Creative Creature Brewing Company Brewery • $$
110 Magnolia Ave B, El Cajon

“I found Creative Creature from attending one of the best beer festivals held here in San Diego, the North Park Festival of Beers couple of years ago. This small microbrewery is definitely creative, brewing interesting beers of many kinds. Because it is so creative, people are going to have different opinions but check them out and see for yourselves. The main brewer (a white guy with hippie characteristics?) is the mastermind behind these creative brews, I’m a fan! I believe this location is where they started and they have another location up in the North County now. The brewery is right next to the Pizza restaurant with parkings. Can labels are cool too ?3.8/5 ⭐️“

4.1 Good30 Reviews
Little Miss Brewing - La Mesa Brewery • $
5208 Jackson Dr Suite 113, La Mesa - 3.2 miles

“A nice salty little tap room in a place we never would have found if our dog hadn't broken a $550 nail... The bartender was the pleasantly gruff you would want to expect at a wee neighborhood place. He definitely had me nailed just walking in for a Porter, the wartime chocolate, and a fine pick it was. As always in San Diego, a very IPA heavy menu (5 IPA, 3 cream, 2 sour) out of 16 taps, but the Kolsh was good as well. Atmosphere was very nice, for a cozy little place, especially for Canadian WWII buffs. If I am back this way, I will be back.“

4.9 Superb46 Reviews
Three Frogs Beer Company Bar • $
10366 Mission Gorge Rd suite a, Santee - 3.09 miles

“Visited on 12/16/23 with a buddy after hiking Mission Trails. Had the AJ IPA and he had the rotating IPA. Both were tasty. We also split the golden stout. Pours gold in color, not the usual darker color associated with a stout. Very tasty and my buddy said with hints of caramel. Andrew the bartender was cool and laid back. You need to check this place out.“

4.9 Superb24 Reviews
BNS Brewing and Distillery Bar • $$
10960 Wheatlands Ave, Santee - 3.57 miles

“This place is hoppin! Monday nights are a great night to come here and learn to line dance, or just watch all the beautiful people line dance. The crowd was mixed with young people and their parents ( I think) I know I look like someone's parent. My kid would never be seen with me here, but anyway. I had an imperial stout and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. I used to be a stout/porter/dark beer girl. Ok, I was a beer babe back in the day. But nowadays, I only drink tequila or seltzers for the carb savings. On this Monday, I chose to break my new pattern and enjoy one of my old favorites. The Imperial stout had good carbonation, was full flavored but not over powering or bitter. It was excellent if I might say. I saw that they have events every night of the week, and this place is very popular, trendy, and happening for a SANTEE establishment.“

4.7 Superb46 Reviews
Citizen Brewers Brewery • $$
5837 Mission Gorge Rd A, San Diego - 8.06 miles

“Went to celebrate a birthday and had the most wonderful time learning about and brewing beer, all the while enjoying delicious brews and amazing company. Judd is an incredible host, he’s knowledgeable and fun to be around and the overall experience is one I’d highly recommend. Will be coming back!“

5 Superb13 Reviews
Little Miss Brewing Poway Brewery • $
12265 Scripps Poway Pkwy ste 113, Poway - 11.16 miles

“Fun little spot to grab a beer in Poway. Great selection on the board with a lot of variety. Service is friendly and welcoming, and there are some diverse food offerings in the same shopping center. They also have events/theme nights, with a stand out to me being bottomless beers on Fridays! Will definitely be back!“

4.6 Superb62 Reviews
Helix Brewing Co. Brewery • $$
8101 Commercial St, La Mesa - 3.87 miles

“I'm a regular visitor, live in the neighborhood. There's something about this brewing, it has its own charm. They have sour and regular beers. Two separate warehouses. I prefer regular and there are lots to choose from. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday they have food track till 8 pm and live music on weekends. The atmosphere and people are very nice here. It feels like a family:). I recommend visiting this place on the weekend evening.“

4.6 Superb52 Reviews
Lightning Brewery Brewery • $
13200 Kirkham Way STE 106, Poway - 10.81 miles

“Small cozy venue with so many interesting persons that drop by. Every time I visit here, I've met new people, and spent the entire time in great conversation! It's mentally stimulating! Dog-friendly, which is important to me. Great food trucks on occasion. Highly recommend you give this place a try. I live in La Mesa, yet drive up to Poway regularly (and past multiple breweries on the way) to enjoy the conversations and low-key, welcoming atmosphere.“

4.9 Superb11 Reviews
Little Miss Brewing Eastlake Bar • $
891 District Pl #100, Chula Vista - 9.86 miles

“I was in town for a little over a month, and Little Miss quicky became my local. Great staff, great beer, and great atmosphere. I could not recommend more highly. The other two breweries within walking distance don't hold a candle in comparison. I will definitely miss Little Miss!“

4.5 Superb42 Reviews
Little Miss Brewing Lakeside Brewery • $
12245 Woodside Ave, Lakeside - 4.71 miles

“Looking for a great place to have a beer or two? Little Miss Brewing is the best! The Lakeside location offers a wide variety of beers on tap, great ambience, and friendly bartenders (Kevin rocks — usually at the La Mesa location on Wednesdays).“

4.5 Superb27 Reviews
Groundswell Brew Tasting Room (San Diego) Brewery • $
6304 Riverdale St, San Diego - 7.98 miles

“Hands down my favorite place to hang out and have a few beers. Thier pizza slices are legit as well. I enjoyed the rotating beer menu and lamented some of the beers that fell out of rotation. It's a great place to bring a group to hang out and play games or chat, or to come alone and listen to the great selection of music or talk with the great personalities behind the bar.“

4.6 Superb8 Reviews
Bolt Brewery & Beer Garden Brewery • $
8179 Center St, La Mesa - 3.72 miles

“Came here on a weekend afternoon to try some beers. There are picnic tables outside and they had a Mexican food cart in front of the brewery. This is a nice brewery tucked away in La Mesa. Unfortunately I didn’t care too much for the beer selection that they had, there was nothing that really well with me, but I really enjoyed the location and the staff were very friendly. I will pop in another time when the tops rotate to try out some more beers.“

4.3 Superb16 Reviews

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Oggi's

Oggi's Pizza • $
9828 Mission Gorge Rd Suite A, Santee - 3.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Baked Potato Pizza
Burger and Fries
Garlic Knots
Cheese Balls
BBQ Chicken
Loaded Fries
Meat Pizza

“We visit Oggi's about four times a month. The food can be a little inconsistent, but we really like the weekday special menu. We always request to sit in Jessica r section, she is so friendly, and always has a smile for you no matter what her day is like. She is honestly the reason that we go back so often,also, it's very nice to have the option to sit outside.“

4 Good71 Reviews
Novo Brazil Brewing - Lane Ave Brewery • $$
901 Lane Ave #100, Chula Vista - 9.86 miles

“The food here was by a torta truck. It was delicious! The service was amazing! The bartender was informative on flavors and guided my husband and I to pick our flights. The price was reasonable! Plus Thursday night is karaoke which was so much fun! Definitely recommend!“

3.8 Good42 Reviews
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Pizza • $$
5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa - 2.96 miles

Customers` Favorites

Boneless Wings with Root Beer BBQ Sauce
Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad
Strawberry Shortcake Pizookie
Enlightened Seared Ahi Salad
Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs
New New Orleans Jambalaya
Chocolate Chunk Pizookie
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Monkey Bread Pizookie
Chicken Tortilla Soup

“The La Mesa staff is always friendly and professional. The staff checks on you just enough to make sure your drink and food order is to your expectations. The food always arrives on time , is made as expected and our party of 4 adults enjoyed what they ordered on this visit.“

3.8 Good383 Reviews
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