“Darin was a joy! He was so kind and attentive for our toddler’s birthday dinner! He always asked at the perfect time if we needed something and was so quick to help. Darin is great and deserves a raise asap! He will be the reason we come back. The wings, couscous macaroni balls and pazookie were very good as well!!!“
“Where has this place been all my life??? It feels like a spa. All tucked away from the hustle bustle. Lots of green and chill vibes. The friuted sour is literally all I ever wanted in a beer. Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. This place is the perfect location to start your night out, or come for a quick break from life. Def will be back “
“The world's best kombucha! Seriously. Not too sweet, not too tangy. Just right. I've tried many kombuchas and none compare. The flavors are always great and rotate frequently. All natural ingredients. Really cool little shack right in Ocean Beach. I always love taking it to Sunset Cliffs and enjoying my kombucha by the ocean.“
“A great brewpub in the Gaslamp. Tasty beers, attentive staff and super dog friendly. Lots of special offers, like game day discounts, which is also nice to see. Didn’t eat here, but the food looked good. A good place for hanging out with your mates.“
“Great service and amazing beer! We got a chance to taste their traditional beers as well as some of their experimental beers. The staff gave us an in depth description of the ideas behind their experimental beers and made for a great night out! Will come again and I highly recommend this spot. An up and coming gem in SD.“
“I’ve frequented plenty of breweries on the west coast, and I have a handful of favorites but East Village is another level. I literally have not have a bad beer from them, and that’s especially impressive since they typically drop a new beer a week. The owners are great, always happy to geek out with you. The staff is friendly and attentive, makes it feel like your hanging at a friends house. I just cannot speak highly enough of this place. An absolute gem among the already incredible SD brewing scene.“
“Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a low sugared, 5% alcoholic content beverage. Kove has a good number of choices, various samples and flavors to try (nice of the staff, who were friendly and welcoming). The entire place has a great atmosphere, indoor seating as well as outdoor setup. Kome on by to try the best yerba mate I have ever had.“
“Visiting from Chicago and I’m a huge beer fan, especially hazy IPAs. Pure project has mastered the murky IPA. I was impressed with not only the beer but how knowledgeable the staff were. Bill served me and had spot on recommendations for what I was looking for. I could tell he was very passionate about the beer and the scene. Overall superb experience. It’s a must stop when visiting San Diego.“
“Very small place to get there early if you have a small group of 6 or more. Beer is ok from a ale drinkers perspective. We had the collaboration IPA they made with Burgeon brewery and that was by far the best they had on tap. Food was good but the pickled jalapeno poppers were a let down. To be fair it's hard to find fresh jalapeno poppers in this area. Most everyone uses frozen, pickled and breaded jalapeno poppers. Sad. Vib hear is quaint and mellow with an industrial look.“
“Super cute beer stop.(+) Vibe. They renovated an old Mexican Presbyterian Church into a cool beer hall.(+) Service. Friendly, helpful.(+) Beers. Good selection. They also have canned wine for those who don't like beer.(+) Dog friendly.(+) You can order hot dogs from the place next door and eat it there if you want to.“
“Evan has been at the register the couple of times I visited. His welcoming attitude makes the good food taste even better.The cheesesteaks are on point. I have family in Philadelphia area so I know a good cheesesteak when I have one!I will absolutely be a returning customer as I enjoyed both the food and the service. This place is also in my backyard. Glad I finally gave it a shot!Thanks Evan and the team at Evan's Deli & Brew. You guys are great.“
“I’m 100% positive that this is one of those rare places on Earth where you show up and immediately feel comfortable! Everyone could be your next best friend, so have no fear. The owners (and the employees) care tremendously about everyone who steps foot in the doors, or sidewalk, or zip code…it’s community!! If that’s your jam, come here and don’t shy away from the amazing people who frequent this joint. If you’re visiting from out of town, you’re in for a treat!“
“We stopped here for some after dinner drinks. What a great decision! We really enjoyed the ciders and the seltzers. Excited to try some of the best next time we come. There was trivia the night we were there and there are patio heaters to keep you warm in the evening. Would recommend for tourists and locals!“
“This is a nice spot to hang out with friends. Beer is pretty good. I like Mexican flavor they use for their drink mixes. They have some tasty michelada mixes and some cocktails as well. There's also a taco stand that's pretty good too. It is pretty strange that the lounge area is separated from the bar though. Your going to have to take a nice walk every time you want more drinks.“
“Update 7/19/2023: This place still rocks! They are a two person brewery team that really cares about what they make and have a fun/creative attitude to the names they assign to these great beers!Previous Review: Great small brewery run by just two guys. They're mellow, smart, and friendly.... Oh and the beers are great. My wife loves their brown ale (Recluse). My boy loves their root beer with a cinnamon punch. I love their IPAs (Cow Bell and More Cow Bell) as well as the dark ale (Basilisks).“
“Allow me to explain the reasons why I love Seek Brewing. First, the beer is expertly brewed, clean fermentations, with proper fermenting times creates a level of lager brewing that few can match in San Diego. Every lager has been outstanding. This is why you’ll see other long time SD brewers hanging out here.Not a lager drinker? No worries, the line of pale ales, West coast IPAs and hazy IPAs should fulfill just about everyone’s drink needs, even a few fruited sour beers are available.The Room: Small cozy interior with a small bar and a few tables. Bright with a modern simple design logo that bucks the trends for most breweries.The Patio: This is a large outdoor communal space (shared by the three breweries) that offers picnic tables, comfy patio chairs, a janga set, dart boards, and corn-hole boards. Food trucks and pop-up food vendors provide the eats. It’s a great place to enjoy the SD sunshine.The People: This is the best part, from the owners to the warm welcoming beer-tenders who make you feel like a part of the family. One particular staff member is the amazing Savanna whose personal good natured charm could melt an iceberg, she’s knowledgeable about the products and truly a great beer-tender.Get some!“
“These NA beers are great! I stopped drinking alcohol a year ago and this has been my go-to beer. I most recently tried the Soul Sour, which was tart and refreshing. They craft it annually for Black History Month. I also tried the Lite, which was delicious and only 25 calories! I highly recommend.“
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“This is a cool and popular place to hang out I am not the cider biggest fan but tried one of their flights They were mostly good except the apricot which was very bitterService was fineTap payment didn't workI wish they had a few beer options“
“Had a great time here with our friends the day after our wedding. The team at Serpentine Cider was welcoming and their selection of ciders (I love cider but not a huge beer gal) was awesome -- from flights to individual pours, all of the ones I tried were delicious. The patio was perfect for having everyone on to hang out and mingle. Wish we were locals so we could have more fun gatherings here, but definitely recommend!“
“Hopanonymous checks all the important boxes: delicious beers, laid back crowd and atmosphere, friendly staff. Nice selection of hoppy and light beers and occasionally sours. One of my favorite beers is the two amigos. I think they have food trucks most days of the week but haven’t tried any yet. This place has become one of my favorite breweries and still relatively unknown, do not sleep on this place!!“
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“This place is heaven. They have so many different meads to try and knowledgeable staff. The meads range from very sweet like lemonade to something more like a beer. The Lemon Cello is my personal favorite with its sweet and delicious flavor. The flight samplers are a good value for the quantity of drinks they give you. They don't serve any food but they are in a square with some other businesses that do serve food. Its a really great space to relax and enjoy with friends.“
“Stopped by for a quick beer, very cool atmosphere and great hospitalityMichael and Scott were helpful when we asked to taste a few beers before we buy. Tastings FOR THE WIN!! Thank You!Had 2 delicious Double IPAs.Cheers ? ... till next time“
“We finished eating at Buona Forchetta and wanted to continue with drinks. Kindred was packed so we came to Harland. So glad we did. We got seated immediately, great drink options and great prices!It was too cold to sit outside but great if you have fur babies.“
“I tried the Buko Pandan Hazy IPA on draft at LHK Noodle Bar in Mira Mesa and it was DELICIOUS so I had to make a stop to the brewery in North Park to grab myself some cans!! I grabbed 2 sets of 4 cans and it came out to be $47.82 which is $5.98 per can. I typically don't enjoy IPAs because they're too hoppy for me, but on draft the coconut taste came out so much more prominent than the hops, it was magical. I feel like the cans tasted hoppier IMO, but it was still very well crafted and incredibly unique especially with the vibrant green Pandan color :0) Since I was just running in and out, I didn't see any cans of their Ube Stout available so I wasn't able to try it. I will definitely come back for that though, it sounded delicious as well.“
“When we visited Stone Brewing, the taphouse was located just outside Petco field. Even though they have since moved to Kettner, they remain a taproom for some of the best beer to come out of California (IMHO). With 16 of the best they have to offer at the moment, the taphouse is a mandatory visit place every time we come to town, with multiple flights planned to sample as much of the range as we can. Merchandise is available.“
“We went there with our two kids (10-12) and realy enjoyed IT.Kids were playin pinball games while we took a Beer.People there are friendly and they realy like what they Do. Do not hesitate to ask questions or to ask for a taster before you order.A need to stop place if youre on the road to/from Seaworld“
“Variety of beer with a nice outdoor patio! Pizza is available from Pizza Cassette, which is located inside the patio area. The patio is also shared with a winery and a meadery so everyone in your group will have several different types of drinks to choose from.“
“We threw a surpise birthday party for my husband here at Thorn Brewing. Morgan at Thorn helped me reserve half the venue for the party, we were able to bring in our own food/cake and with about 15 adults we hit the minimum for a beer tab during the 4 hrs we were there. I would recommend this place for a small party/get together. Good beer and great service!“
“Stopped by because I saw the roll-up door was open. Usually they're closed when I've been in the area. I was blown away by the owner's sweet hospitality, welcoming me in even though he wasn't technically open and was preparing a delivery to a local high-end restaurant. (BTW, his ginger beer is sold at Seaside Market!) He told me a little about his story, how he got started and offered me a few samples to try, beginning with the award-winning flavor that had yuzu, mint, and something else. It was yummy! Looked like there were around 8-10 flavors on tap including a POG, matcha and ube. How fun is that! If you stop in on a typical day, there is some seating, merch to purchase and various flavors of ginger beer on tap to try. And the best part is you can take some for the road. I wasn't a fan of the ube flavored ginger beer but go try it and decide for yourself. There's gotta be some fans otherwise it wouldn't be featured.“
“The beer choices were good and the bar tender was excellent at helping to help me narrow it down for a flight of 4 beers. Don't listen to google, it was totally open on a Wednesday at 3 when google said they are closed on Wednesdays. The coco ono ipa was delicious! I'm not an ipa girl, I dislike hoppy beer, but the subtle coconut flavor made the beer delightful. But hands down favorite, so good I said "f*** that's delicious" after my first sip was the Ziggy Stardust sour. A must do while in Dan DiegoSide note: cleanest bathroom I've ever seen in a brewery, across the whole US. It's unisex, but it is clean! Thank you, the ladies, we appreciate that!!!“
“Came in to catch SDSU play in the first round of Men's NCAA tournament. All beers were $1 off while the game was on. Tried the light beer and the Belgium dark ale. Both were tasty. Our pourer was friendly and engaging. Overall a great way to spend a bit of time over great beers and catching the game. Oh and SDSU won!“
“Fun brewery in Miramar, on Production Ave just to the north of Miramar Road. Large warehouse type building with large beer vats, barrels, tables, and an outdoor "garden" patio. They have a great variety of beers/lagers/ales/cider and sodas. They don't serve food but they have a revolving set of food trucks so there is usually good food to go with the beer. Friendly staff and fun place to hang out with friends. Parking does get tight when they have events, but most of the nearby businesses are deserted to you can still find parking. Lots of noise from Miramar airbase with F-18c/d frequently taking off and landing. No issue with the USMC, but it does make it hard to have conversations or hold a more formal event.“
“A tucked away (almost hidden), very casual bar with a laid-back atmosphere and good variety of beers. The decor is military themed. There is a handful of small tables, a couple of couches, a pool table, a dartboard, and a variety of games for entertainment.The beer selections change often, but you are sure to find something you like. Prices are competitive for a variety of sizes, and small tasters are at no charge. Saturday night bartender has a great personality! She was friendly and helpful about the beer offerings.Highly recommend you give them a visit. They may easily become a favorite brewery stop.“
“Pretty cool venue!! Attended a work holiday party and had this brewery reserved for our department! Protector Brewery is one of many breweries in Miramar! There were outdoor/indoor seating and parking onsite or on the street. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but they had a decent selection on the menu board from IPAs to even fruity beers. I also hear they are all organic and gluten-free! I loved knowing that the brewery is owned by a Navy veteran and it's perfect for our company party since we work with veterans. The interior is welcoming, laid back, warm, and dim. It's a perfect spot for a small group or a date. The staff was also friendly and upbeat. They were approachable and seemed to enjoy being there. They had a taco truck with amazing Mexican dishes and even vegan options! I think the food trucks vary on the day. They also had fun games (i.e., dart board, kegs) and karaoke if that's your jam. It's super chill, intimate, and small. I need to go back and actually try their beer. LOL Overall, it was the perfect spot for a holiday party!“
“I don’t understand how Mission Brewery is not a 4.8 or higher but i suppose the issue for most folk is the waves of homeless outside the brewery. While it’s unfortunate, this is one of my favorite breweries from the vibe of the establishment and history of the building to the drinks and the PRICES!! $5 beer options at the time of writing this on March of 2024!!! can’t beat that in San Diego“
“What a gem! We absolutely loved this place—the decor, the attentive service, and especially their beer options! I particularly appreciated their selection of lighter, less-hoppy beers. It's refreshing to find a place in the city that offers decent options on lagers and pilsners, in addition to the usual IPAs. I especially enjoyed the 'Oh Yeah!'We'll definitely be coming back for more!“
“Fun brewery in Miramar, on Production Ave just to the north of Miramar Road. Large warehouse type building with large beer vats, barrels, tables, and an outdoor "garden" patio. They have a great variety of beers/lagers/ales/cider and sodas. They don't serve food but they have a revolving set of food trucks so there is usually good food to go with the beer. Friendly staff and fun place to hang out with friends. Parking does get tight when they have events, but most of the nearby businesses are deserted to you can still find parking. Lots of noise from Miramar airbase with F-18c/d frequently taking off and landing. No issue with the USMC, but it does make it hard to have conversations or hold a more formal event.“
“Great location, beer and views. They don’t serve food but you can bring food from nearby places (we went to Mitch’s next door). I had both the Try This Pale Ale and the Petunia IPA and loved both. The only negative was that I brought home a 4-pack of the Try This but I didn’t taste good (very malty and not happy anymore). Checked the canned date and it was over 4 months old :( The flavor was not the same anymore which was disappointing. I usually check the dates on the bottom of the can when I buy beer and the liquor store as they don’t sort out older ones. I didn’t think that I needed to check the date at the actual brewery’s tasting room but I definitely will in the future. Aside from that, it was a nice visit with great atmosphere on a sunny San Diego day!“
“Great staff! Spacious & clean throughout! The establishment hosts several EVENTS ON SITE, from COMIC / ANIME MINI CONVERSATIONS to PRO WRESTLING IN their main hall in the rear of the building. They don't serve food, but they have a selection of FOOD TRUCKS parked near the front entrance & they happily let you sit indoors or outdoors to enjoy your food! MASSIVE PARKING LOT!“
“Awesome little tap room in East village. Great relaxed atmosphere. Staff are super friendly and the selection of brews excellent. Definitely worth a stop.They have several locations across the city with each having a national theme based on the players in WWII.Great merch too!“
“Best kambucha place in San diego.. our first time being there and it was an amazing place. Delicious drinks and their game room is cool. They have this cool pink pool tabel as seen in Pic lol. Bit definitely our go to place In san diego. Brought with us a 6 pack wish we had gotten more to bring back but an excuse to go back“
“Good assortment of different beers, they’ve come a long way in their brewing, much more refined than initially…Liquid Jam, if left to warm up a little, gets a very floral taste… same happens to the ther of their beers, once they are not as cold, taste much better.As all breweries, the beers are served colder than they should…“
“This place was awesome! Great beers, good price and excellent staff. Nikki is by far, one of the BEST beertenders I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Truly hostiplable and personable. She, in combination of the fantabulous beers makes it ver worthwhile of the visit. Definitely will go back!“
“Modern Times Brewery now has a record store, it is Vinyl Record Rarities (also a Mobile Record Pop-Up Store) now with a home at Modern Times. There are nearly 2,000 albums from all genres for sale inside the tasting room. Highly Recommended! Come Visit.“
“Division 23, a chill spot in Miramar, is a delightful hole in the wall, akin to stumbling upon a geospot. Though initially hidden in the back, where the garage meets the corner, ample parking eases any confusion. The IPAs are a hit, offering a cool sip for beer lovers. Opting for a recommended mixed drink, blending syrups with their seltzer, adds a delightful twist to the experience. The friendly and prompt service from the server enhances the laid-back vibe. Engaging in games like shuffleboard, karaoke, and even a hydration station adds to the cool, relaxed atmosphere. Division 23 is undoubtedly a top pick for those seeking a chill brewery experience with great drinks and a side of fun.“
“This was the perfect venue for a large event! The owners were so accommodating and helpful to make sure that everything went perfectly for our large party; and it did! The space is amazing, games are fun, staff is friendly and helpful and everyone loved the beer selection. The super gigantic TV is a bonus also. I highly recommend!“
“3 Punk Ales is located in the heart of Little Italy off India Street, serving up some of the finest beers on tap!I recently came here for their grand opening and was blown away by their selection of beers and seltzers they have to offer. Inside the decor and ambiance is a very clean modern-day look with fancy wall paper through out the fine establishment. They have a large screen TV playing music for your entertainment with ample seating throughout the place. Their main brewery is located in Chula Vista, where they brew the beer and decided to branch out in Americas finest city's downtown in Little Italy.I came in twice so far and tried their premium Mexican lager as well as the San Diego lager named 3rd Avenue. I also had their grape soda, which is a seltzer, and it was quite refreshing. The menu is posted up, which has the name and description of the beverages with alcohol content and price. The customer service was indeed second to none and provided service with a smile. The prices for beer were fair, and the quality was superb! I'm looking forward to coming back again and trying the Italian pilsner or Italian soda. There is a restroom on site and and outside food is authorized to bring in. Please check out this place and bring your pup since they are dog friendly.Familia x Cerveza x Musica x Fiesta“
“The grapefruit Let's Go IPA and Italian Pilsner are two favorites for sure. The place is perfect for family and friends. Ice cream next door for kids, taco truck close as well, and the best beer. Don't forget, they are dog-friendly!“
“We found Cucina Caprese after wanting to find a restaurant in San Diego that wasn’t another Mexican food tourist trap. I am SO glad that we did.It is clear that the owner is intimately involved with the food that is served here. Ingredients are fresh, menu is easy to understand, and although there was not a kids specific menu, we were able to find some great options that both of our kids enjoyed.The Gnocchi al Pesto was probably the best gnocchi I’ve had in my entire life, and the prosciutto burrata was flavorful and absolutely delicious.We were able to walk right in and be seated immediately. Staff were all extremely friendly and attentive. Be prepared to wait a little bit for your food to arrive…I mention this not because it negatively impacted our experience, but because authentic, FRESH Italian food is made to order, takes time, and may not be expected by those of us used to an Americanized take on authentic Italian. I can’t wait for another trip to San Diego so that I can come back.Don’t hesitate…give this place a try!!Kid-friendliness: No kids menu, but plenty of great options that our 7 & 10 year olds enjoyed!“
“Honestly, this place is mainly meant for UCSD graduate students to drink some beer. It's probably almost impossible to find from the outside as it's a part of the graduate housing community, but it's not like they check your ID so it makes for a fun meeting spot if you have a reason to be there. They have a solid selection of beers and they don't sell snacks. You just walk up to the counter, buy your beer, and then they'll serve it to you right then and there. Sometimes it's fun to watch some sports there too. I don't think it ever becomes too busy. It's a convenient meeting spot too, and super laid back. If you want it to go I think they also can help serve the beer in a can for you to take back to your place. I think they also recently tried to lock down their restrooms so if you don't have a grad student ID you need to ask for a key to the nearby restroom. Overall I liked the place a lot when I was a grad student there. I kind of miss it, maybe I'll go back if I ever find myself in grad housing for some reason...“