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    Ballast Point Brewing

    4.3 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Lemon Pepper Wings and Truffle Fries
    Vivian T.

    Ballast Point is one of San Diego's most beloved breweries in the city. I've been to their Miramar location and that one is far more superior, whereas this location you can come to for convenience. They have both patio seating and indoor seating and it's still quite spacious given their location in Little Italy. They have great chicken wings here that always go well with their beers. I am not a beer drinker, but their flavors are unique and are some that I can handle. I think there is a beer for anyone on their menu, and I like their Blonde Ales as my go to. They even have gluten free cider, seltzer, and kombucha too. It's a great hangout spot for family and friends or to unwind after work. Their food is awesome too and they seem to always do specials and seasonal offerings.

    Watermelon Dorado!
    Frankie M.

    After a night out with family in Little Italy, how could we not stop at one of my all time fav breweries! This place never ceases to amaze me! Ordered (2) watermelon dorados because why the heck not- it's by far the best double IPA on the beer list! Seating at the bar was open and available, even got to catch the last couple of innings of the Padres game with the wifey! The place was definitely vibing with big crowds cheering on the home team! Love the high-energy environment, and the staff are super efficient, with great personality, and expert craftsmanship! If you haven't been, definitely stop by Ballast Point! You won't be disappointed!

    Limited time duck nachos and nebulous hazy
    Stephanie G.

    The people working here were really nice, not tons of parking but it's downtown. Beer selection is good and the food was tasty. The artwork on the walls is really cool and there is some sweet merchandise to purchase as well. This place was the perfect spot to come for food beer and good music. Check this place out

    Calm before the storm
    Danny W.

    Love the Little Italy Ballast Point location. Everything is perfect except the parking. The beer is always great and a must try if you're in San Diego. The service was kind and let me sample as much beer as I want. The atmosphere is impeccable with great decor.

    Justin B.

    Stopped by Ballast Point Brewing Company and had a great experience. I tried the Sculpin IPA and it definitely lived up to the hype. It was super tasty and well balanced. One thing I really appreciated was being able to try tasters before committing to a full pour. Always a win. They also had solid food options, which made it an easy place to hang out for a while. The environment was comfortable, very spacious, and felt welcoming. Plenty of room for groups of different sizes, whether you're coming with a few friends or a bigger crowd. Overall, a relaxed vibe with amazing beers and a setup that makes you want to stay awhile.

    Mark C.

    Bottom line...Wide variety of beer and VERY GOOD beer at that. I tried the Ship's Hull a Brown Ale and it was quite good. I did not try any food but our bartender was very nice and asked if we wanted any? (just got done with dinner). For a Thursday night, it was fairly busy but the main thing was that my wife and I got a table, near the front door but still was able to have good conversation, not that loud. All around...NICE !

    Peanut butter!
    Emily Y H.

    If you like beer and breweries this is a great place to come by for lunch or happy hour while your in San Diego. I always try to stop by once. It's more bar and beer forward than their other location which is more restaurant feeling. My boyfriend and I stopped by on our last day in San Diego. Apparently last time I visited was when they had the soft shell crab burger which I was craving but it was in 2019. But besides that everything else was the same. We got lucky it was during happy hour so we got their wings + beer, beer flight and bbq burger with kale salad. The service was great. No one rushed us and everyone was friendly. The pours for the beer were very generous and my bf even got to sample a beer before he ordered his pint. The wings were huge and juicy. We got the sauce on the side while also some try rub. The burger had fried onions and bacon with yummy bbq sauce. The kale salad that was extra was huge! The dressing on the kale Cesar salad was delicious. We cleaned our plates fully and enjoyed chilling for a bit while finishing our beers. Then went to the gift shop on the backside again. Always a good time!

    Bp flight and sweet chili chicken wings
    Janelle M.

    I absolutely love Ballast point brewing. I can hear which my pup Mav since they are dog friendly. The staff is awesome one of the staff even brought Mav a couple dog treats. I didn't know what beer I wanted so I went with the $15 which you get 4 glasses of 4 oz pours of beer that BP makes. My selections were Tart Peach, Imperial sculpin double stout, Watermelon and Indra. All were delicious and refreshing. I have to say my favorites were the Imperial stout and watermelon they had the most flavor profile. I also order the Birria taco and sweet chili chicken wings. The Birria tacos were absolutely delicious and would definitely order them again on taco Tuesday you can add a BP Sculpin pint for $5 it too was tasty. The sweet chili chicken wings were good until I got to the flats there were still some feathers on them and I had to send them back. Overall my experience was decent. I would come back for the beer and Birria tacos all day.

    Victoria R.

    My bf couldn't stop talking about Sculpin IPA so we stopped by ballast point. He ordered the Sculpin, and I ordered the Soirée Both were absolutely delicious. The brewery itself it very charming with relaxing music and sports in the background. The service is quick but polite. We will definitely be coming again!! So glad to we found a bar that's laid back and not rowdy (:

    Crystal F.

    Stopped in for a quick beer while we were in the area. The beers here are delicious. The service was good, the service went over the beer selection and their popular beers on tap. We enjoyed a lager with brewed with peppers and a delicious porter. Beers were good, we didn't order any food here, so we will have to come back to this location again and give that a try.

    Ann N.

    We came here after renting a car and checking into our hotel as it was literally down the street. Having come from Hawaii, we have limited beers from here. I was so overwhelmed by the vast menu, I had to call the mr for advice. The soiree hard cider was excellent and I don't care for ciders. I also had a salad which was filling and a nice light pairing for our afternoon. We came on a Thursday around lunch time and it was not crowded. If we had known about the outdoor area, we would've sat out. They also have cabanas that can be rented out. Order at the bar and they bring your food over. It was pretty quick as well.

    Ballast Point Bowl with added Pork Belly, excellent!
    Linda H.

    Stopped in to look for novel six packs of beer and decided to stay for dinner. I ordered the Ballast Point veggie bowl and added pork belly. In the past I've often ordered the Kim Cheese Burger, but I'm trying to eat healthier. 3/4 of the way through the veggie bowl, I'm not missing the burger one bit! The marinated chick peas are smoky and savory, the beer vinaigrette is lightly seasoned and accents the greens perfectly. The pork belly ($5) is crisp, tender and juicy. Although I enjoyed the pork belly, the dish would have been fine without. I would order this again, for sure!!! I'm also enjoying a flight of four fruity beers. Thumbs up all the way.

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    Florence T.

    I'm a big fan of Ballast Point Brewing so when I discovered there was a location in Little Italy, I had to check it out! And it did not disappoint. The beer menu was filled with IPA options which meant we were going to get a flight to share. There was also a Burger special: Buy a burger get a free pint. The beers you can choose from is limited, but there were solid options. We chose to a try a flight of four beers plus the pint that came with the burger. The burger was a BBQ burger and it came with fries. It was a decent burger- probably not what I would order next time, but satisfying to balance out the beers. Out of all the beers we tried, my favorite was the Manta Ray which had the bitter taste that I prefer. Service: The beertender was super friendly and helpful. Drinks: Tons of beer options. If you like IPAs this is definitely the place for you! Parking: Little Italy has limited parking. Luckily we were on foot so had no troubles. Outdoor Seating: They have a spacious patio area. Pets Allowed: Yes

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    Excellent beer choices with good food also. One of the best breweries we visited in San Diego.

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    Ask the Community - Ballast Point Brewing

    Is this a good spot to watch NFL games?

    Yes plenty of space, beer and food Could use a couple more tvs… Read more

    Are any dogs welcome or service dog only?

    Dogs are welcome only on our patio.

    Are dogs welcome?

    Yes dogs are welcome when I was there there was a Great Dane there

    What is the parking like? Is there a parking lot or metered parking?

    Plenty of metered parking - there is a longer stay set of meters to the left of the building up the hill ( not sure of street name) and of course it's free after 6

    Are there any vegan options other than the impossible burger?

    HI Annie, Yes we don't unfortunately have very many Vegan options other than the Impossible Burger. You can pull the cheese off the salads and make them vegan.… Read more

    Hello, is this place appropriate for kids?

    Hi Charbel, Yes we are a family friendly establishment. We do offer kids menus and crayons upon request.

    Does ballast point have a happy hour?

    Hi Kiana, Thank you for reaching out. While we dont offer Happy Hour we do offer taster flights of four 4 oz tasters for $8 all day.… Read more

    What kind of food is suggested?

    I would skip the food, disappointing and expensive. Just stick to the delicious beer and grab food after or before.

    How much are growler fills? Sculpin?

    Depends on the brew you want starts at 15$

    How much is valet?

    Hi Jessica, Our Valet is $9 Please let me know if i may be of further assistance.… Read more

    Do they serve wine?

    Hi Julio, yes we do sell wine as well as well as cider.

    What are the prices and glass size on flights?

    Flight of 4:$8, 4oz each 4oz:$2.5

    Is Ballast Point - Little Italy dog friendly?

    Yes, dogs are allowed on the outside patio. Only service animals are allowed inside.

    Are dogs allowed?

    This policy has recently changed. Dog are allowed on the outside patio. Only service animals are allowed inside the restaurant.

    Do they have WiFi?

    Yes

    Is the attire casual?

    Yes very casual

    Is this place +21 all day?

    No, we are kids friendly. Cheers

    Do they sell merchandise at this location?

    They sell shirts, different shape/style glasses, beer. Prices I thought were reasonable.

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    Oceanview Room

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    4.8 miPoint Loma

    Oceanview Room is located on the Point Loma Navy Base and not open to unescorted public. We go for…read moreSunday brunch occasionally with a family member who is in the Navy. Sitting at the waters edge between Ballast Point and Point Loma, this is a one-star buffet with a five-star view. Recent change in operator has not been an improvement. Gone are the Eggs Benedict and a second hot entrée option. Omelet station is pretty basic The poached salmon is picked over by 11:30 am and not replaced. There were no bagels or savory breads -- only sweets and "croissants" that looked and tasted like Pilsbury crescent rolls. Desserts were generally good. There is bar service, but skip the "champagne". The price is high for the quality of the food ... but then there's the view!

    This is a hidden gem! My roommate, her 15 month old son and I came here for brunch on Sunday in…read moreMarch. It is such an amazing experience. I wish I would have been coming to these monthly! The staff was amazing! Be sure to make your reservations online or by calling the number on the NavylifeSW website. I'm not sure if they take walk ins. They had a table set up/assigned to us prior to our arrival. There was an omelet station, crepe station, fruit and pastries table that also had shrimp cocktails. The other table had mashed potatoes, turkey, ham, gravy and beans. I ate too much and didn't make it to the dessert table, but it looked like a lot of cheesecake and different types of cakes and cookies. It was $21.95 per adult. I'm not quite sure how much the children are, but I believe they're free under 3. The view alone was worth it. Watching the sailboats and ships pulling into and out of the harbor with the Cabrillo National Park to the west. You have to at least try this once while you're in San Diego!

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    One of the gazebos on the deck

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