The beer styles here are so unique and the flavor profiles were a lot of fun…read more We started with the Perro Del Mar India Pale Ale, which had a bright golden color with strong fruity and floral aromas. It had hoppy and citrus flavors and a finish that lingered on the palate. Next was the Harry Polanco Red Ale. This one had an intense copper color with caramel, hoppy and malty aromas. The flavor was full of malt and caramel with a strong bitterness and astringency that reminded me of an IPA. This ended up being my favorite of the three. We also tried the Foca Parlante Stout. It had a dark color with strong aromas of roasted coffee and caramel. The toasted malt and coffee flavors came through nicely. The view of the water from their location was amazing and it was fairly busy when we visited. I definitely want to come back and try the food next.

An opportunity to try all the possibilities. Difficult to find them in a shop and so this was a…read moregood idea Easy to find. Location is right on the coast Ordered the two flights; the regular offerings and the specials. 6in each flight 3oz for each

Just had another great visit to Ochentos in Valle de Guadalupe. The pizza always hits the spot with…read morethat perfect crispy chew, and the beer from El Chivo Gruñón never misses. Chill vibes, great flavors, and a must-stop ever https://www.instagram.com/reel/DR1EQSMkeO5/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Old School Touches Within A Rustic Brewery & Pizzeria!…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-chivo-gru%C3%B1%C3%B3n-villa-de-ju%C3%A1rez?select=kF6T4c5uGyQi66tMHOrx_g&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w SITREP El Chivo Gruñón (aka El Brewery Diablo or El Goat Diablo) ;) .... is a treat like an Indiana Jones movie: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-chivo-gru%C3%B1%C3%B3n-villa-de-ju%C3%A1rez?select=1_JgD-hmTVqOrYCPwbfE2A&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w from Downtown Ensenada to the brewery, HALF the roads are completely unsurfaced or just plain dirt roads, so it is an ultimate in "Backroad Adventures". [So mind the wet weather when considering "when" to go, and if the vehicle you're in can handle the potholes a foot (or more) deep.] THE SETUP We followed staff down rustic stone and wooden steps, past several different covered alcoves - almost Tiki in vibe - until we came to the cantina we all were invited into. Their partner-business Ochentos shared their pizzas with us while we sampled the brewery's beers. The varietals were tasty from their pale ale to their brown. The environment was exquisite with it's rustic norms, including the prima dona felines that made their presence known and purported ownership over the grounds we were proceeding. THE LOWDOWN A very fun trek to explore an out of the way brewery and some pretty tasty pizza. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-chivo-gru%C3%B1%C3%B3n-villa-de-ju%C3%A1rez?select=nQaP-BTNQeK0t4svUmAkxQ&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w

Walking into La Bikina Bar, I expected a completely different vibe knowing it used to be the old…read moreLucky Irish Four--but what I found was a total reinvention in the best way possible. The transformation is impressive. Where you might expect remnants of a typical Irish-style pub, La Bikina delivers something far more vibrant, modern, and distinctly Ensenada. The energy is contagious, the music sets the tone perfectly, and the atmosphere feels alive from the moment you step in. What really surprised me was how well they've elevated the experience--great drinks, a crowd that actually wants to be there, and a layout that makes it easy to either kick back or join the party. It's one of those places that sneaks up on you... you stop in for one and suddenly the night has taken on a life of its own. If you remember the old spot, come with an open mind--you won't just notice the change, you'll appreciate it. La Bikina isn't just a rebrand, it's a glow up!

Great location! Would love to see a show here. The service was decent and the beer selection was…read moregreat! The vibes were great and the ocean was amazing! I would def come back, it felt super local and yes to this!

At the end of the main strip, off on a side street, you might walk past it an never realize it was…read morethere! That would be a shame! Amazing beer selection that any craft beer lover would enjoy, about 20 local beers on tap. Great food menu to add. We came in on a cruise ship and founf this gem! We were so happy we did. Run past the guys hawking margaritas and crappy Corona beer to this place. You won't regret it.

Great place for Baja's best craft beer! Definitely the largest and most varied selection in…read moreEnsenada. Easy walk from the cruise ships, it's on a side street (Av Riveroll) just across the main road. Everything is on draft, with great prices (at least by US standards) of about $4 a pint. They have bigger brewers like Wendlant, Agua Mala, and Border Psycho, but also plenty of others to explore. I didn't try the food but it looked good. The service was EXCELLENT, they were patient with our questions, let us sample a couple, and found the NFL playoffs for us on a nice, big TV. Already looking forward to my next visit!!! (Traducción de Google del inglés) ¡Gran lugar para la mejor cerveza artesanal de Baja California! Definitivamente la selección más grande y variada de Ensenada. Fácil de caminar desde los cruceros, está en una calle lateral (Av Riveroll) al otro lado de la carretera principal. Todo está en borrador, con excelentes precios (al menos para los estándares de EE. UU.) De alrededor de $ 4 por pinta. Tienen cerveceros más grandes como Wendlant, Agua Mala y Border Psycho, pero también muchos otros para explorar. No probé la comida pero se veía bien. El servicio fue EXCELENTE, fueron pacientes con nuestras preguntas, nos permitieron probar un par y nos encontraron los playoffs de la NFL en un televisor grande y agradable. Ya estoy deseando que llegue mi próxima visita!

In addition to loving beer, am a huge fan of Breaking Bad (and Better Call Saul) so decided to head…read moredown to Ensenada from San Diego to check out this Breaking Bad-themed tap room. The spot is actually a straightforward 5 minute walk from the ABC bus terminal in Ensanada's Zona Centro (downtown) area. The brewery is located within a food hall called Pasillo Central where you can buy tacos, burgers, pizza, and other delicacies to go with your craft beer if you wish. It's a fairly small brewery with a smaller selection of beer than I expected (maybe about 7 or 8 beers on tap at the time). Tried a few of the beers, including the Mike IPA (named after Mike Ehrmantraut of Breaking Bad fame) and the Cenicienta, a light (4.5%) golden ale. Was less than impressed with both. The best beer I tried was probably the Luna Roja, a darker red Scottish ale which was pretty good, though not great. The beer prices were solid. 65-70 pesos (around $3.25 to $3.50) for a pint (16oz) and only 20 pesos (around $1) for a 4 oz taster. But wasn't impressed with the place overall quite honestly. There's no air conditioning (only fans) and only one TV in the tap room, though they did also have a small projector screen showing the Monday Night Football game. Bit of a hipster vibe here that might appeal to some. But overall just seemed like a smallish bar that slapped the "Breaking Bad" name on it for the name value. Wasn't impressed but could see myself going back if I happen to be in that area of Ensenada again. They do have a happy hour Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 7 pm.

This place is awesome. It's a little bit of a speakeasy and is hidden down a long alleyway in…read moreEnsenada. I'm not a beer fan, but even I liked the homemade brews here. Once you find the door, keep walking down the long, "under construction" hallway. No, you aren't going the wrong way. No, there wasn't an earthquake. No, this isn't a scene out of a home renovation show. Just keep walking, and you'll find the tap room. It's located in the very back, and it's basically a large, unfinished, concrete block room with an old piano and some tables and chairs. Fancy it ain't, but this is all about the beer. There's a small brewing facility that looks 100% legit homegrown. No fancy hipster junk here. The beer menu is clear and prices are far from bargains. Expect to pay what you would for a pint in any American bar. We had a light and dark beer, and both were tasty (the dark especially - tasted like chocolate). The bartender spoke good English and we were warmly welcomed. Since this place is still a well-kept secret, we were there with only one other customer (some super weird dude who looked like Pablo Picasso and dressed like Jeff Goldblum and was asking a ton of scientific questions about their brewing process). This is a place for real beer nerds, that's for sure. They've got the marketing down as well, with a not-quite copyright infringing logo and they give you stickers if you ask. A little bummed that our beers were served in normal glasses, would've been super rad if they were served in laboratory test tubes or jars or something. Owners are big fans of "Breaking Bad," obviously.

We loved our tour here. We booked a tour off a cruise ship that went to two wineries and this was…read moreone of them. Loved the ride through the vineyards in the cart pulled by the tractor- and what a treat to enjoy wine in the beautiful vineyards. Our visit also included a barrel tasting - which was delicious. Our host could not have been more charming and the snacks we were offered - skewers of cheese and fruit and meat - perfectly complimented the wines.

Absolutely loved this place! They have a play area for kids, bikes you can ride, a soccer section,…read moreand plenty of space for kids to run and play. The best part is that they have seating next to the play area where you can supervise and enjoy doing inks and food at the same time. The food... amazing! No complaints. We loved everything we ordered!! Highly recommend this place, specially if you have kids.

Apparently it's by reservation only, but we told them we wanted to buy a bottle and not a…read moretour/sampling option. They allowed us to go inside and enjoy our drink. The customer service was excellent and very friendly! They were very helpful in recommending a bottle for our taste and provided table service along with an ice bucket to keep our bottle chilled. The hilltop views are beautiful and very picturesque for our group photos. Will definitely return next time we visit Valle.

Service is great, very welcoming. Lower level can get full and you might have to wait in your car…read moreby the security gate before they let you through, reservations are not accepted at the lower level. Reservation is required for the upper level but that is mostly for the specialized wine tasting and tour which I also recommend once. Lakeside is always great. Their rose is okay, chardonnay is good and their sauvignon blanc is the way to go. Ambiance is very relaxing and intimate. Music playing in the background.

Once Pueblos is a wonderful restaurant in Valle de Guadalupe. The service is exceptional,…read moreattentive, warm, and professional. The charcuterie board stood out with its excellent variety of artisanal cheeses and meats, all beautifully presented. Some of the cheeses were from the goats on the property, pretty cool--and other fresh ingredients came from the region. The "Torre de Uchepo" (Uchepo Tower) was the best. Uchepo is a soft tamale made from white corn, traditional to Michoacán, and here it is taken to another level. It's served with pork rib and a green tomato and puya pepper sauce, topped with fresh farm cream and Cotija cheese. An absolute must! The wines, all produced from the on-site winery, paired perfectly with both the charcuterie board and the tamale dish. The peaceful views of ducks in a small pond and a nearby pasture with sheep and horses. They have dogs too, which are all so friendly and, in my opinion, added to the experience as a dog lover. It's a serene experience that perfectly complements the quality of the food and wine. And the service, the service is like no other. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the best of Valle de Guadalupe's culinary and wine scene. I look forward to returning for an actual meal, we had dinner reservations, but wanted to stop by. The restaurant is off the beaten path. At the gate, you'll enter and continue driving around the property to the top, where the restaurant sits with gorgeous views. You'll see a small pond and a set of stairs--follow them up to the top. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

On our second visit to Once Pueblos, I communicated with Anna ahead of time to work out a family…read morestyle meal for our party of 14. From start to finish, our gourmet meal drew many praises as it evolved over 3.5 hours. All of the food was delicious and visually appealing. Our waiter Carlos was great as well. I feel like the cost is very reasonable for the food quality and service. Great value.