We had a cider from here at the San Diego Zoo and had to check it out and glad that we did! What a wonderful place!!!
The bartender was very knowledgeable and we had amazing service the entire time. The decor and everything just fit and suited the vibe. One of the best thing is about this place is that it's DOG FRIENDLY! Met the cutest furry friends here that just added to the experience.
Definitely do the cider tasting and the polenta tots was different and interesting. Seems like a great place for a meal, catch a sports game or catch up with friends or a nice place to chill while you are in between meet ups or appointments.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hellena Heavenly
I have been a Club Biv member for nearly all 7 years of their location in North Park. They've expanded the drinks menu, added Taco Tuesdays, and have wonderful guest chefs come take over the kitchen. The ciders are rotating, so there are almost always new flavors.
Kid-friendliness: They always have some non-alcoholic ciders and games to play.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandon Reitsma
This place is a vibe and a half! Great food, great service, great cider and drinks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
X
Really fun spot. Ciders are $13 for 12oz though, which is pretty dang expensive. Not sure why that is. Everything else is great though.
Update: Owner made good points. I added a star. This place is solid but I personally would rather spend $8-10 on a less exotic cider (vs $13 on a creative one). Also, the cider menu doesn't list prices for some reason?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carolyn Yonda
The atmosphere was cute. Immediately was excited to go inside and sit. I stayed for about 30 minutes and ordered a drink. However, immediately it was a bit unappetizing because the straw they gave me had stains/mouth marks at the top and I wanted it hot and they gave me iced. I didn’t even get to drink my drink because I had to leave (which was overpriced for watered down matcha that tasted like artificial powder); I asked for a to-go cup and they told me I couldn’t have a to-go cup because they are all about sustainability and that you can only dine in there. I like the concept and respect the policy but this company is making a ton of money overall, and you can’t offer me a refund or another option to be somewhat helpful? I just asked for a to-go cup and ended up having to waste an entire drink (which is even less sustainable). I even asked if they could put it in the fridge for me and I’d come back to drink it as to not waste it. They said no, implying that you have to drink it now or it goes to waste. What is this TSA? They should tell you that while you order or at least be a little more communicative on the menu! I usually don’t write reviews unless they are outstanding service but I had to write this one so others who might be stopping in for some quick coffee in the morning are aware. It’s ridiculous, if you pay for food or drink at a restaurant you should get what you pay for whether you are dining in or taking it to-go!
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Emily
Both the cafe adventure lodge and the restaurant are lovely! Wonderful vibes to chat or work in the cafe. Tastings and the cider itself is delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sanford Peisner
Fun time here. Jan cider was delicious the steak fritter and hamburgers were yummy. Good wings liked the cookies. Service was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carrie B.
We live in the neighborhood and really enjoy Bivouac every time we come. Options available to get cider flights or full pour. If you don’t drink alcohol, they have a good selection of non-alcoholic ciders (ask what they have if not listed on the menu). I really like their starter plates; my favorite is the polenta tots. Good selection of other “bar-style” foods as well. Great fries. Really love the ambiance and service here as well. Very lucky to have been served most recently by Joe, who is the absolute best and has lots of recommendations. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch
J Celestin
I stopped in with the family from out of town for a quick Hot Toddy and some good cider.
Well worth it. Can't wait to get back there.
The owner is very sweet and friendly. Looking forward to "hangin" at my new 3rd space!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roy L
We were visiting from out of town and stumbled across this place but it was an absolutely wonderful experience! The staff were immediately friendly and inviting when we walked in and took their time to explain the various cider options. The vibe was great and I really felt encouraged to stay, sip cider, eat s’mores and play games. At some point, Lara, the owner came out and started chatting with us and it was an absolutely enjoyable conversation talking with her about her vision in creating the space. It was a great experience and will definitely come back when we visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bivouac Burger, Fries, Pear, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch, French Fries
Recommended dishes: Fries, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch, Chicken Wings
Greg Mency
Amazing drinks and concoctions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries
Michelle W
I thought the staff were friendly and the food/cider was flavorful; but I have a huge problem with restaurants not honoring their happy hour on their website and in person menu. It’s not right and I’ve seen more and more businesses do this. Change your website and menu.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 4
Michael Ballard
The staff were friendly. They have a variety of ciders. They serve food but I was just there for cider.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Chanel Mazzone
Such a fun vibe and loved the outdoorsy atmosphere!
We had a cider from here at the San Diego Zoo and had to check it out and glad that we did! What a wonderful place!!!
The bartender was very knowledgeable and we had amazing service the entire time. The decor and everything just fit and suited the vibe. One of the best thing is about this place is that it's DOG FRIENDLY! Met the cutest furry friends here that just added to the experience.
Definitely do the cider tasting and the polenta tots was different and interesting. Seems like a great place for a meal, catch a sports game or catch up with friends or a nice place to chill while you are in between meet ups or appointments.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been a Club Biv member for nearly all 7 years of their location in North Park. They've expanded the drinks menu, added Taco Tuesdays, and have wonderful guest chefs come take over the kitchen. The ciders are rotating, so there are almost always new flavors.
Kid-friendliness: They always have some non-alcoholic ciders and games to play.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a vibe and a half! Great food, great service, great cider and drinks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really fun spot. Ciders are $13 for 12oz though, which is pretty dang expensive. Not sure why that is. Everything else is great though.
Update:
Owner made good points. I added a star. This place is solid but I personally would rather spend $8-10 on a less exotic cider (vs $13 on a creative one). Also, the cider menu doesn't list prices for some reason?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere was cute. Immediately was excited to go inside and sit. I stayed for about 30 minutes and ordered a drink. However, immediately it was a bit unappetizing because the straw they gave me had stains/mouth marks at the top and I wanted it hot and they gave me iced. I didn’t even get to drink my drink because I had to leave (which was overpriced for watered down matcha that tasted like artificial powder); I asked for a to-go cup and they told me I couldn’t have a to-go cup because they are all about sustainability and that you can only dine in there. I like the concept and respect the policy but this company is making a ton of money overall, and you can’t offer me a refund or another option to be somewhat helpful? I just asked for a to-go cup and ended up having to waste an entire drink (which is even less sustainable). I even asked if they could put it in the fridge for me and I’d come back to drink it as to not waste it. They said no, implying that you have to drink it now or it goes to waste. What is this TSA? They should tell you that while you order or at least be a little more communicative on the menu! I usually don’t write reviews unless they are outstanding service but I had to write this one so others who might be stopping in for some quick coffee in the morning are aware. It’s ridiculous, if you pay for food or drink at a restaurant you should get what you pay for whether you are dining in or taking it to-go!
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Both the cafe adventure lodge and the restaurant are lovely! Wonderful vibes to chat or work in the cafe. Tastings and the cider itself is delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun time here. Jan cider was delicious the steak fritter and hamburgers were yummy. Good wings liked the cookies. Service was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We live in the neighborhood and really enjoy Bivouac every time we come. Options available to get cider flights or full pour. If you don’t drink alcohol, they have a good selection of non-alcoholic ciders (ask what they have if not listed on the menu). I really like their starter plates; my favorite is the polenta tots. Good selection of other “bar-style” foods as well. Great fries. Really love the ambiance and service here as well. Very lucky to have been served most recently by Joe, who is the absolute best and has lots of recommendations. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch
I stopped in with the family from out of town for a quick Hot Toddy and some good cider.
Well worth it. Can't wait to get back there.
The owner is very sweet and friendly. Looking forward to "hangin" at my new 3rd space!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were visiting from out of town and stumbled across this place but it was an absolutely wonderful experience! The staff were immediately friendly and inviting when we walked in and took their time to explain the various cider options. The vibe was great and I really felt encouraged to stay, sip cider, eat s’mores and play games. At some point, Lara, the owner came out and started chatting with us and it was an absolutely enjoyable conversation talking with her about her vision in creating the space. It was a great experience and will definitely come back when we visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bivouac Burger, Fries, Pear, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch, French Fries
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Dietary restrictions: Delicious gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Polenta Tots with Spicy Ranch, Chicken Wings
Amazing drinks and concoctions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries
I thought the staff were friendly and the food/cider was flavorful; but I have a huge problem with restaurants not honoring their happy hour on their website and in person menu. It’s not right and I’ve seen more and more businesses do this. Change your website and menu.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 4
The staff were friendly. They have a variety of ciders. They serve food but I was just there for cider.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Such a fun vibe and loved the outdoorsy atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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