Came here to meet a group of friends to watch the Iran vs Egypt soccer game and Padres vs Dodgers…read moregame. The upstairs was closed, but the downstairs was packed with people both inside and outside. The bartender was great. The beer selection was solid, and I really enjoyed their hazy IPAs. We also tried their bbq pizza, and it was a standout. The crust was super crispy, and the flavor overall was really good. Overall, this is a lively spot that's perfect for watching a game. Tons of TVs throughout, great beer, and excellent pizza. It's got a fun, social vibe and is an easy place to hang out with friends for a game or a casual night out.

Everything! Well balanced beer selection, friendly staff. Multiple seating options depending…read moreon your vibe. Limited snack options but they had individual Chex Mix bags at the time so no real issue there. I've had their beer for years and had no idea it was nearby. However the navigation app on my phone gave poor directions. But this is a hidden gem by the Sports Arena. Today was a good day

Just a note that whereas this bar apparently used to be dog-friendly many years back (based on…read moremultiple pre-Covid reviews), their current policy is that only service animals are allowed inside. My experience here has always been a good one, with great beers on tap, very friendly servers, and just a fund place to hang out for foosball, pool, or darts (albeit I think they only have one of each of those, so on a crowded night there might be a line to get to your game of choice); if memory serves they also have a stack of boardgames people can use while there.

Spontaneous visit to Sidecar Bar and it ended up being one of the best decisions of the night…read more We just kind of wandered in without much planning, and it immediately had that perfect San Diego bar energy. Their Old Fashioneds are seriously on point. What started as a quick stop turned into us hanging out longer than expected just because the vibe was that good.

Always a great beer selection at Mike Hess Brewing in OB. Even better is that they always have a…read moreseltzer that Becky loves. Not all places are on board with the seltzers, or they only offer the mass-produced White Claw. Not Hess! All craft, all the time. Grab some tacos from City Tacos across the street and enjoy your day! Tacos and beer!

Mike Hess is a San Diego staple brewery, and the location in OB is no exception. Popped in after my…read moretax appointment for a cold brewski and was not only delighted by my Hazy IPA, but check out this absolutely adorable UNIT of a pup! I considered committing a dognapping maneuver. Excellent service, of course. I'll always pop in when I'm in the neighborhood!

Unfortunately, my group & I had a poor experience at this establishment. We were a group of 8…read morefemales coming for a fun night out. It was my first time here so I was looking forward to it. I was happy to hear they offered karaoke too so my friend & I put our name down for a duet (the iconic HSM, "Breaking Free"). Upon coming to the bar, there were a few other groups but it wasn't crowded yet. It was about 30 minutes later, and several more people had come to the bar now. My friend went up to ask the guy (leading the karaoke) a question. At this point he tells her: "well, I already played your chosen song an hour ago...and it's the same crowd, so...". There wasn't a conclusion if he was asking us to choose another song or if he was just giving his personal opinion. We also simply disagreed that it was the same crowd as an hour ago, and also I didn't realize there was a rule about playing the same song per hour? Given there wasn't a conclusion from the conversation, my friend & I decided to keep our chosen song since we were looking forward to singing it. 10 more minutes passed and we were next in line. My group came up to the stage to get ready for when we were called. But then, we were skipped! The audacity! Someone else from my group went up to address why we were skipped. He said "I just won't play that song!". Honestly I'm wondering if he just had a personal issue with that song lol. Like bro just play it for three minutes and make the customers happy? Since we were upset about his power trip, we took our buisness to Redwing. I am happy we made this move. I will say, the drink pitchers are worth the money & the bartender was nice. The cup pong was fun entertainment.

Great place with the best burgers on Sunday Funday. It's somewhat of a dive but I have been coming…read morehere for years whenever I visit San Diego. If you love a good burger, you better get here. Plus they serve drinks in pitchers. Oh my!!

This biergarten is awesome. As soon as you walk in, there's a food truck immediately to your left…read moreserving wood-fired pizzas that are absolutely phenomenal. They also offer a great happy hour special Tuesday through Friday with $5 off pizzas. I don't remember the exact hours, so you'll want to check those before visiting. One of the things I love most about this place is the variety. There are three different brewery stations throughout the venue. I got a flight from the back room, where they serve mead, which is tough to find around San Diego. I ordered a flight, which came with six selections, and every single one was excellent. The staff here are fantastic. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and one of the chefs even came out to give the pups some pepperoni, which was a nice touch that definitely stood out. The space itself is huge with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a great place for groups to gather, relax, and enjoy a few drinks without feeling cramped. Overall, this is a fun and unique spot with great food, excellent drinks, and outstanding service. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back.

This is a great space! Love meeting friends here - locals and tourists are always pleasantly…read moresurprised by this literal 'hidden' gem tucked in the middle of an industrial area (parking may take a bit to find). The main food available is from Pizza Cassette, which has delicious sandwiches and wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizza pies. Drinks are available from a brewery, a trendy and unique wine spot, and a meadery! Truly something for everyone. It's dog friendly and great for groups to still feel intimate with standing areas, barrel table tops and picnic style tables. There's usually always something happening like trivia night or live music, but heads up, they don't stay open too late - won't be an issue for most, but in case you're looking for a spot at 8pm, double check the hours, especially for food.

Eppig has easily become my favorite brewery to visit on a sunny weekend day!…read more They have a wide selection of beers on tap including ciders and sours and they're reasonably priced. The views are incredible with plenty of seating overlooking the water and a nice breeze that blows through the open indoor area. The staff is all incredibly nice and helpful when picking your drink! They do request that you cover outside brands logo on growlers if you fill them there, but I feel like that's pretty standard

Excellent place to kick back for some drinks along the waterfront. A super causal place that a wide…read moreselection of beer offerings in addition seltzers and ciders. If you are not interested in alcohol there some Addie drinks on the menu. Plus the brewery offers limited snacks for purchase such as nuts, pretzels, etc. if you fancy more, often on the patio there a food pop ups. The last time we visited they were offering bbq. The main reason I like to visit this place as they offer solid beer and cider choices. Something for every palette. To order you go up to the counter and grab a seat. There is a wide selection of seating indoors and outdoors. Inside you can find some comfy lounge chairs. Whereas outside there are large tables with bench seating plus a bar like area with stools overlooking the water. Plenty of umbrellas to stay in the shade. I prefer to sit outside to take in the view which is the main attraction. Cheers!

We recently used Phil's BBQ Catering for our Field Marketing & Comm Ops Summer BBQ and Team…read moreBuilding event, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. The booking process was incredibly smooth thanks to Brittany, who was fast, responsive, and made planning easy. On the day of the event, Julie, our on-site coordinator, was wonderful to work with. She was organized, friendly, and ensured everything ran seamlessly. A special thank you to Julie Oakes, Derek Gustine, and Allan Denick-Zielstra. Their positive attitudes, professionalism, and willingness to accommodate our guests truly stood out. They were attentive throughout the event and helped create a welcoming, enjoyable experience for everyone. The food was delicious, the service was exceptional, and the entire event was executed flawlessly. I'm still dreaming about the potato salad and cornbread! We couldn't have asked for a better catering partner and would absolutely use Phil's BBQ Catering again and again for future corporate events. Highly recommend!

It's still good solid bbq. Ribs were good, although a little overcooked for me but some people…read morelike the fall off the bone style. Pulled pork was legit! And chicken was tasty. Also pleasantly surprised by the beans! If you go to the bar area, you can sit down and a server will come to you. All in all, a good experience.

This was such a great find in Old Town! I stopped here to grab a beer and sit after walking around…read moreall afternoon with my kiddo. They had plenty of seating inside and outside, and had a great variety of games to play. I loved the relaxed atmosphere of this place. We ended up hanging out for an hour or so playing uno! The bartender was super friendly, and overall it was a top quality experience. The beer I had was tasty and refreshing, and I can't wait to go back!

The bartender was fun and hilarious. Great vibes. Definitely a great place to stop by for a nice…read morecold beer or three!!