36 Best Craft Breweries near Solana Beach

“Such a nice, big space in a great location. The bartender was super sweet to my boys and gave them a doggy biscuit and they have multiple water bowls. It is dog friendly inside and out, but with a pretty day we sat outside. 9 more dogs ended up coming while we sipped our drink, all were happy and welcomed. Nice, crisp beer“

“If you are in the fashion district of Solana Beach or going to a concert at the Belly Up and are looking for great little Sushi place, go to Kai Ola Sushi! My wife and I were looking for a place to get some food prior to a concert at the Belly Up and came upon this great little restaurant. The vibe and atmosphere is very cool, the Sushi was delicious, and the service was great! The Sushi chef was very personable and friendly and even educated us on some of the Sushi rolls he was preparing, while we sat and ate at the Sushi bar.“

“First time here. Fun atmosphere and pretty good food. Ordered a family sized salad, and was a good size. Too much for four people. Ordered a large sausage and pepperoni pizza, again, too much for four people. I was very impressed with the amount of cheese and toppings that were on it! Will be back when I'm back in town.“

“The top sections on the menu are 100% plant based, and the second half has meat options. It sounds like they used to be fully vegan, so it’s disappointing they added meat to the menu. I enjoyed the Munchwrap and the smash burger was pretty good. Next time I hope to try the flatbread—they currently have one plant based flatbread on the menu.“

“Exceptional beers! With a wide variety of styles. Their west coast IPA and saison are my favorite. The staffs are very friendly. Stepped in 30 mins before the closing time but still got great service. Highly recommend!“

“Cody is the man. Great place for families and a cute date, all around good vibes. The beer is fantastic. Seating areas clean and organized. They also have board games in a a/c area with a TV and darts. You have to try the cucumber jade 10/10“

“Shh! Don’t tell anybody but Fall Brewing continues to be a top 3 brewer in SD. I’ve never tried a beer they make I didn’t like. 💥“

“Outstanding in every way!“

“Love this spot. Definitely has its own thing going on. Koo’s creations are so good, easy drinking, don’t make you feel bloated and are not sugar heavy. His beer reminds of how San Diego used to be early 2000’s, cleans and simple but good. Japanese dark lager is definitely a favorites amongst a lot of people.

Also Wed-Sat there are popups there serving all kinds of food!“

“Fantastic product! The drinks are all tasty! Wonderful substitute for beer. Excellent customer service. We had a drink explode during shipping and customer service handled it immediately. We have had a subscription for multiple years and will definitely renew.“

“Awesome experience. Owner was extremely kind and helpful. We found the brand at a local sandwich shop and loved it so much to look into coming here. It was amazing!! Exceeded expectations. Great setting and unique way to try an amazing drink. Extremely fair priced and amazing atmosphere. Would recommend everyone to come here!“

“The beer! The best around by far“

“I thought it was enjoyable. Not only the beer, but the brewery itself was unique. They did have a food vendor in the front, but I did not eat. They have mostly indoor, and a couple picnic tables outside which. It’s hard to compare this location with the other burgeon locations because they are all so different. Wish they would offer a Happy Hour or a featured/discounted beer like how Harland and Pizzaport does.“

“There’s no ginger beer like Preston’s. The quality is absolutely unmatched, he’s truly a master of his craft! They offer a variety of unique flavors, and every one of them is delicious. If you’re a fan of ginger, this is definitely a spot you’ll want to check out!!“

“I love this location. Been a handful of times. My first visit, was the first real time I have been introduced to Gluten Free beer. I have family friend who I believe is a “Celiac” and this brewery is one of the few that he can enjoy. I visited the Encinitas location, staff and vibe was off the day I went but here it’s always fun. Beer has gotten a little stale for me considering they always have the same product. So my only critique would be is experiment with more beers haha.“

“Don’t forget also a great compliment to the beer selection here is the amazing wood fire pizza with @pizzatrolley“

“Great beer and dog friendly. Outdoor seating on highway 101.“

“I hosted my promotion party at AleSmith Brewing, and it was an incredible experience from beginning to end. Erin was an absolute joy to work with — friendly, organized, and truly committed to making the event seamless. She made the planning process easy and ensured everything ran smoothly the day of.

The space was perfect for a celebration: beautiful, spacious, and welcoming. My guests loved the atmosphere, the outstanding beers, and the attentive service from the entire team.

AleSmith helped make a very meaningful milestone even more special. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.“

“Another amazing events in the books for VBC. Thank you so much to the team at Protector for supporting the Veteran community and hosting our 9th Anniversary event. The team professionally planned and executed our event for 200 plus guests without a hitch! We look forward to continuing our relationship with your brand and planning future events!“

“Mission Brewing at Sky Deck was our first brewery stop during a visit to San Diego. Located on the upper level of the Sky Deck food hall at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, it offers a relaxed setting with nice views of the surrounding area.

I ordered a sampler featuring Old Mission Lager, Everyday California, Pipe Dreams, and Dark Seas. All four were enjoyable, but the Old Mission Lager was my favorite that day because of its crisp, refreshing flavor. My companions enjoyed their selections as well.

Overall, we had a very pleasant experience with friendly service, good beer, and a comfortable atmosphere. If you're already visiting Sky Deck, it's a nice place to relax with a beer and enjoy the view.“

“Great flavors, something for everyone“

“Fantastic product! The drinks are all tasty! Wonderful substitute for beer. Excellent customer service. We had a drink explode during shipping and customer service handled it immediately. We have had a subscription for multiple years and will definitely renew.“

“Absolutely incredible location in Leucadia with a chill atmosphere and welcoming tap room.First-time caller, so I went with a flight, obvs., of both West Coast as well as Double IPA's.Good but not great (hence the four stars), but gawddamn, Leucadia FTW, as this spot definitely wins for Location, Location, Location.Paz.“

“So I was not convinced this was an actual place upon first look at the reviews, but indeed it is and a nice place at that. It's small but cozy, with parking nearby. Located in the UCSD grad housing, you're guaranteed interesting people and the bartender is a lively welcoming person. Well curated selection of beverages and trivia on Wednesdays.“

“One of our favorite spots in Carlsbad! The atmosphere is always so good, the beer selection is amazing, the food hits every time, and the staff truly makes this place what it is.

Steel and Cass are THE BEST. We specifically love coming in for San Diego Sundays because they make it such a fun time every single time. Such a great spot to come watch a game. The service is always incredible, they are so welcoming, so attentive, and they bring the best energy. They are a huge reason we keep coming back.

The beer selection is insane too. Tons of cans and bottles to choose from, so many great IPAs, and always something new to try. And do not sleep on the food. The burgers are all so good, the black truffle burrata is unreal, and the Getting Figgy With It pizza with prosciutto added, per Steel’s recommendation, is a MUST.

Perfect for lunch, beers with friends, date night, or just hanging out for a few hours. Great food, great drinks, great vibes, and even better people. Steel and Cass deserve all the hype. We love this place!“

“A Wonderful place for ice COLD BEER and yummy food...🔥😋🔥“

“Had a great dinner, our server Greg was amazing! Will definitely be back“

“We absolutely love working with Blackbird Sip & Co at our office. Their coffee is consistently delicious and a favorite among our team! Beyond the amazing coffee, their customer service is truly exceptional. They always deliver on time, bring such positive energy, and make us feel like a priority. They even remember me by name and are genuinely happy to hear from us when we call.
It’s rare to find a vendor that combines quality products with such warm, reliable service. We’re so grateful to have them as a partner. Highly recommend!“

“Great place to meet friends and drink beer. The best of times.“

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“Good beer + big-screen TVs to watch sports + enjoyable, casual atmosphere = relaxation & fun“

“The food here is always good. I don't think anything on the menu has ever disappointed. Beer is also good, Karl Strauss makes a good brew. The mac n' cheese is always surprisingly good, as are their burgers. The atmosphere of the old sushi place makes for a calming meal, and the koi pond is always fun to check out while walking in.

Also I'm often amazed at how long this place has been here. I'm pretty sure I came often in the 1900s...“

“Darin was great! Thank you, our dinner was delicious“

“The service, food and beer were OUTSTANDING! The server was knowledgeable and had ready recommendation, going so far as to bring us samples of ideal beer pairings with the food that we had ordered. Great experience and we will be returning!“

“me encanta la atención al cliente y la convivencia“

“enjoyed my visit... staff was friendly and nice atmosphere 👌“