I don't know how I ended up here since I don't drink beer lol... but the vibe was pretty chill and it's a great place to hang out and catch up with friends that are more local. read more

Mission brewer has good drinks and good prices, pretty empty most of the time though.

Jorge was amazing!!! He was so friendly and welcoming when we got here. The drink menu is great . Loves the atmosphere and vibe read more

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This place is hit or miss. It's either really busy or dead quiet, either way they got five dollar pints and it's a convenient place to chill. read more

So good to have finally tried Mission Brewery and can remove it off of my "to try" list. For this brewery Steve and I had their Blonde , named Mission Blonde. This wasn't a bad blonde but it wasn't exactly the best one I have come across either. It kind of had an odd aftertaste which I am not sure if it was purposeful for the recipe but it wasn't bad regardless. Flavor features to look for with this are clean, sweet and dry. The beer is very smooth in body and is light. And as the summer heat is here it's a decent beer to have while enjoying the sun. read more

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I can't believe this was my first time here! Located in East Village, Mission Brewery is housed in a historic building that used to be a Wonder Bread factory. The original brick along with high ceilings, and exposed beams, add to overall the experience. The beertender, Irving, was friendly and super helpful! He let me try their seltzer and hop water which I had never had before. I ended up going with their tasty blonde which was the perfect combination of lightness and refreshingness. They had live music upstairs and I got to meet some great people. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

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We were visiting San Diego and could not be happier we stumbled upon this Brewery! From the outside it doesn't seem like much, but inside it's clean and welcoming. The beers we tried were all good! I loved the foggy shores! It's crazy because it smells like Banana. My friends really liked the lavender lemonade hard seltzer, and the pineapple under the sea IPA. Most importantly, I can't say enough about the AMAZING about Jorge and Irving and the service we received!!! They were absolutely amazing!!! Because of them this will definitely be a spot I recommend to everyone in San Diego. read more

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Best spot to go to, it's hidden, great service, tons of games upstairs, and ambience is perfect. Definitely a hidden spot!!

Had our work christmas party here on a Friday night, and the woman ( and thats being nice) I would call her something else thats starts with a 'B', was extremely rude and cussed us out as we were winding down the party. Told us we had til 10;30 to be out. (the place closes at 10) Literally said to us at 9:30 while we were starting to clean up and our karaoke was still going on ( that we brought with us) that we had to 'Get the F*** out! Soo was not called for!! We were not rude or disrespectful in any way! Would never recommend this place due to the staff! Find another place. And the beer was just ok read more

Pretty cool brewery within walking distance of Petco Park, I had a 4 beer flight that was only $8 (super rare price for a flight now a day) ended up leaving with a 6-pack of their Shipwrecked dipa thanks to their pint and 6 pack deal. They've got good prices and solid beers. Their to go beers came in handy since we had to settle for the expensive $50 tailgate parking lot across the street before the Padres game. They don't have food here so if you're going to be in the area for an extended amount of town make sure to grab something to eat before or after you visit. 14th street is a little sketchy with a few homeless camps near the area but during the daytime it wasn't too bad so this brewery is totally worth checking out. read more

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We attended a comedy show here the other night and had an enjoyable time. We arrived early, ordered a couple beers at the bar and sort of congregated by the stairs until someone came and checked for tickets about 15 minutes before the opening act. There isn't a bar in the loft upstairs but you can bring your beers up there. Though the evening was fairly cool, it was still stuffy upstairs. I would think during the hotter months it's unbearable. The beers were good though. I tried a Paloma hard seltzer and also the Pacific Passage Japanese-style lager. The lager was pleasant and light; perfect if you don't want that bloated feeling after a couple pints. I appreciate that they preserved the old factory vibe of the historic building and it seemed to be a well-liked spot in the neighborhood. read more

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It's been awhile since we've been at Mission Brewery but after a fun Comic Con event here we were pulled back for their Pineapple IIPA. I really like the broad selection at Mission, and the addition of pinball and video games, as well as a ping pong table, makes it a cool environment. They have added several industrial fans which keeps the air flow and temperature really pleasant. No fault of Mission, but the streets of downtown have become increasingly filthy and the drawback of having to hopscotch over trash, urine and other crap is an unfortunate deterrent to heading here. read more

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I visited the location in downtown on July 4th weekend. It was super chill, not crowded at all Saturday in the late afternoon. We tried the blonde ale and the Cocomos. I love the name reminds me of house music :). My favorite WAS the Cocomos. It is sour and has a coconut after taste, it sounds weird but it was refreshing and addictive. Service was great, very helpful staff. Although not very busy you can see staff is happy to be there at such a cool spot. Restroom is through a long pathway, left, right, left, right for womens hehe. The place itself is huge in an industrial setting. They have "mission" emblems throughout the brewery, very nice ambiance and decor. They have 2 huge round tables you can sit at in the first floor, they are lifted and lit by the ceiling window above. They also have an upstairs area and a game room to the left when you enter. They offer merchandise too. They have another location by the airport too which looks huge and could be the first location. I really liked this one in downtown due to the location. We will be back soon! Thanks again! read more

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Swung by here this past weekend for a drink. My friends and I enjoyed the seltzers; We even got a four pack to go Very clean brewery and friendly staff! They had a pop up vendor in their back patio (@lucymaeskitchen) who had amazing food! It was their first time there so you have to follow their social media for future pop ups. Thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered: Maryland crabcakes, Tameka wings and mac and cheese. Definitely would come back in future to hangout and drink read more

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The outside of this place may not look like a good example of "Americas greatest city" but once one walks through the doors the decor is nothing less than exquisite! One can enjoy the brilliance of the stars as you sip your alcoholic beverage or simply capture a memorable picture with friends. Irving takes care of you and Adam keeps you entertained, go grab a cold one today! read more

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Adam is a legend! Great brews, great company, highly recommend! Want a good time come when Adam is working

Make sure you guys get my homie Jorge! This dude doesn't let your glass get empty and had world class customer service! read more

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This is a cute brewery! We came here before a Padres game and it made for a great time to hang out beforehand. It's located right across the street from the stadium, so it's an easy walk to and from, with a giant paid-parking lot in between. They had a moderate amount of beers to choose from - I couldn't tell you which one I ordered but I remembered really loving it! There's tons of cozy chairs and games to play here, so it's a great place to chill out. Glad we came! read more

Rude staff and the bar was empty. Beer was fair. Neighborhood was very scary. Don't bring your lady. Homeless and heroin users outside entrance. Went a couple years ago and completely different vibe. Will not return. Stay near gaslamp. read more

Stopped in for a quick drink before the Padres game. Beer was good, had an XPA and Hefeweizen. XPA was as expected, very crisp and sharp. The Hefe was very banana, maybe artificially banana? Not 100% sure but more than expected. Service was fine, not stellar but have had worse. read more

There are so many movies that come to mind that when you think of breweries the Canadian Movie strange brew that was a hockey movie and yes it was one of the funniest movies there was out in the cinemas and yes beer has been one of the most widely used drinks during the many events from Baseball to Hockey to Football. When I was taking a walk down the East Village area there are so many buildings that have great history to them, and the many areas of East Village has had the years of the war that had many changes over the years that you can still find many buildings standing today. There was one building that I have seen many times that when I would come to the library to do research and get reviews posted online. Many of the buildings that you may find have been old drug stores and one have been storage buildings there was one that was the old Wonder Bread factory that was located in the East Village area of San Diego. Taking a closer look at the building there was a large silo container that was on top that gave the gave the indication there was storage containers inside and there would tanker trucks that were loading up. When I had gotten closer there was more of a restaurant look to it and to see the Wonder Bread name that was still up after the many years and the age of the building still in great condition. The sign at the front of the building that had got my eye that it was a brewery it had the look and the feel of a brewery that would be from the 60s and the 70s that didn't have the conveyors and the bottling machines. I decided to walk to a look inside and have a good beer in the afternoon there was a small crowd that was enjoying the ball game just looking about see the many areas large seating areas that were the bottom of the silos and looking up see the top floor and the large opening at the top. I took a look at the many beers this told me they made the beer fresh and the grades of what they have told me they have a good line up and the lineup looks pretty good. I had ordered a cold IPA that had a good hard but smooth flavor that had the taste of orange to it and the aroma gave a good clear scent of it. The location in the midst of East Village and the location shows that was a building that was of the early earl 1900s and the walls of the building showed the long bolts that were used to help keep the walls steady during an earthquake. I was able to see there back area that had many of the large containers that were making beer and the aging process that was going on with the products that takes a while for beer. The many things that the Mission Brewery has the History it has the great feel of when beer was made and the many years that the Wonder bread company that was there. To be able to see what the inside of brewery is and the many functions of the many stations it gives you the many steps that beer takes to make. As my recommendation that the Mission Brewery is one brewery that shows great history in the product, they make and the many ingredients they use to make the best beer. read more

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This is a great brewery with good selection. I know they downsized their space, but it's still pretty big. Yes, there are homeless people nearby but that's not the brewery's fault. Also, they have some of the best prices and happy hours read more

The bartenders were amazing!!!! The IPA's were the best I've had in California. Jorge and Irving both deserve a raise for providing such great customer service! read more

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An absolute gem in the East Village! Always popping with fun on Padres game days and such a vibe on non-game days too. Great music, great beer, and great friendly staff. Highly recommend swinging by if you can! Also great deals every day of the week!!! read more

My husband would disagree with this rating, but that's okay. We walked over to Mission to escape Comic Con, and to plan the rest of our day over some beer. The walk between the Trolley Station and the brewery is a bit sketch to be sure, but it was the middle of the day and there were a ton of people around. Still, I felt much better about location once we got closer to Petco. At any rate, the brewery was fairly empty when we arrived. I mean, it was just after 12 pm on a Friday, after all. As is my MO, I went with the flight, which in their case is four tasters. The Grapefruit Radler was super crisp and tart, with a clean, refreshing finish. It definitely hit the spot on a hot and steamy summer day. The Summer Crusher was my least favorite brew; it was tagged as a "cream ale", but lacked in the sweet, creamy, flavorful areas. The Hefeweizen was a nice chaser to the Summer Crusher, with crisp clean notes and a strong banana finish. My final taster was the Friar's Gold (highly recommended by a nice stranger at the bar) - it tasted almost...beefy? It had a smoky odor with a hearty mouthfeel. I wanted more citrus than meat, unfortunately. My chosen pint for the day was the Grapefruit Radler. It was a nice sipping brew that helped take the edge off the stress of the Con and the heat of the day. I did love the space of the brewery itself. It's nice and open, with lots of exposed brick. We actually did briefly pop into the brewery a few years ago, also during Comic Con, when they had an offsite event going on. We didn't stay, and we didn't partake in the beer, so I'm glad we came to try it this time. My husband definitely enjoyed the beer experience much more than I did, but I worry in that his favorite beer that day was a seasonal, meaning they probably don't have it on tap anymore. Will he still like the brewery and their offerings if that beer is gone? Only time will tell. Oh - and if you have to use the restroom, bring your walking shoes and your hard hat. And maybe some breadcrumbs to leave a trail back to the bar area. It's tucked way far back into the building, and you go through some spots that you probably shouldn't have to walk through. But, the restroom was clean and smelled nice, which is always a bonus. read more

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Delicious food and wine and wonderful service. Unusual and tasty appetizers to get started and the best homemade ice cream to finish off a great meal! read more

Good beer, Irving is the man!! Took care of us answered all our questions suggested some beers, chill atmosphere read more

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Out-of-town reviewer here. Mission was a very fun and chill brewery to visit but I am glad we took an Uber over. The area was inundated with homeless tents so members of our group did not feel comfortable walking there. I am glad we took the trip though. Mission features an extremely large facility and unique seating inside what looks like old kettles. Plus they have shuffleboard! I was able to get flights of 4 beers, all of which were solid. I preferred the stouts the most, which I always do. Supposedly they have hard cocktails from time to time but not when I was there. They are pet friendly. read more

Good beer and brewery is very clean, big & spacious. Drank their selection plenty of times but the brewery was completely dead and no vibe! If you want no hassle and no noise go here. read more

This place is awesome! Great service, great atmosphere, and great beer! If you're visiting or live in San Diego this should be on your list. I love the fact that the brewers are engaging and have great personalities, which makes sense why the beer is so great! There is a long bar with fine choices of brews on the board. Get a pint or a flight. Dog Friendly even on the bar stool. Play shuffleboard on an amazing table in the middle of all the action. Take time to enjoy the aroma of hops and malt and watch the brewers at work, its fascinating! Food trucks have great food, check times and days for those. The bathrooms are past the bar to the left, right into the back where brewing is taking place. Cheers to a fine fun brewery! read more

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Covid review #9 Way to be a team player Mission Brewery! They gave out little packets of yeast so people could make bread away home. They're out now but might have liquid yeast soon. Love that. They're still open for beer to go, growlers etc... read more

I was recently there for a pint and poses event that occurs every other Saturday. An hour of light yoga stretching is done inside the brewery followed by drinks at the bar. It's beautiful upstairs overlooking below. I always have a blast. There is a sense of community in this local bar. The employees are always so friendly and will help you pick the perfect pint. read more

Irving and Jorge are AMAZING!! Try the Lavender Lemonade, get some shirts and tip well. They are so friendly and welcoming. The beer is cold, service is top notch. They deserve raises! read more

I miss the good ol' days when the entrance was off L street and the tasting room was ginormous. Times change and apparently they've turned the large space into a production area. Also no prices were posted on the video screen menus. Complimentary two hour parking nearby. Best availability is between 4 and 6 PM weekdays. read more

Mission Brewery is located in what appears to be an old Wonder Bread factory. The brewery has an old world Spanish galleon theme going on, and it's really cool. I didn't get a good shot of the bar, but the wood it's built with is finished to look like it came from one of those old ships. They also sell kegs, growlers and crowlers, but they keep with the ship theme and call their crowlers "cannons." On my maiden voyage to the Mission Brewery, I ordered a flight of four - four ounce pours for $7.50. On my sample board were the following beers: - "Mission Hefeweizen" - Hefs are usually one of my go-to beers, but this one just didn't do it for me. It was too light tasting I guess. - "This Must be a Saison" - I try saisons on occasion, but they're not on my usual rotation. However, this one was quite tasty. It was a saison with sauvignon blanc mixed in and it had a light, crisp, fruity smell and taste to it. It wasn't on the menu board, but the tapmaster told me about it and talked me into it. - "Mission Amber" - this was probably my favorite - good and malty. - "D'Gnarly India Pale Kolsch" - I like a good kolsch, but not India Pale Ales. So when I saw India Pale in the name of this beer, I almost didn't order it. But I had never heard of an IPK before, so I figured what the hell, let me try it out. I wasn't disappointed. It wasn't nearly as hoppy as a straight forward IPA, so I survived it. It was a crisp kolsch with light fruit flavors to it - very light. I don't like fruity beers, but the taste of it in this one was perfect, and I would try it again. All in all, this is a cool brewery, with awesome staff, service, and beer! They also have a nice shuffleboard table, some pinball machines, a really long bar and plenty of table seating. You can also bring your own food or have it delivered here. Five stars to this brewery! read more

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I was here as part of a gig I did with a pipe band I'm involved in about a few months ago. Walking in, the atmosphere of the brewery was rustic, witty and inviting, with some modern implementations, and seemed to fit the overall... *mission* of the establishment. It's a very casual spot to stop by in before a Padres game (as they seemed to cater to, given there's access to it on a sign pointing towards the staircase). I kept thinking we were at the bottom of the stadium, but as it turns out they probably have widescreen TVs up there that lets you watch the ball game from there. After our usual break, the first attempt to get a drink was a little rough since it was pretty busy throughout, but the second attempt after another break, a bandmate and I got our drinks: I ordered a 4 oz English Mild if I remember correctly, and I think they at the time got a lager or a blonde--I'm not totally certain. Their prices were actually relatively decent if not modest; lots of places where you'd normally buy beer from are actually far more expensive, especially these days, than just getting it from a (specialised) liquor store. Needless to say, the Mild was actually spot on and very flavourful: the smell and the modest alcohol content actually did a whole lot of good to the overall drinking experience of this English Mild they brew there; it became an *instant* favourite. The flavour and its pricing overall made that very small purchase really worth my time and money spent. On top of that, the staff I encountered, however very limited in my experience, was courteous and patient, especially the bartender at the time. She looked rather busy tackling multiple orders at once with crowds of patrons awaiting her availability, which makes me feel pretty merciful as I understand how things are in that situation, but the patrons themselves were pretty good as well, not just because they were being given a Celtic treat. So the overall atmosphere of those in the brewery were very positive. If I ever had the chance to go back down to Downtown S.D., this would be the place I'd try to mosey back onto to try their other offerings. read more

Visited Mission Brewery just because I saw it on the maps and it looked close by. The inside is huge and has a lot of space for large groups! Ordered a flight, which was super cheap at ~$8, and the beers were good! The bartender was super helpful when ordering as well. As other people have noted, this brewery is in more of the sketch neighborhood which is surrounded by homeless people so you tend to fell a bit unsafe when walking outside. read more

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3.5 stars... Came here a year ago and used a Groupon for a tasting...I've been hooked since! Dark seas is their imperial stout, and it does not disappoint! My night ended with one of these, but very happily began with a seasonal coconut brown. Dark, cool, mildly coconut infused but nothing is overpowering in this one, smoove drinkin! Ambiance is industrial barn, prices are in line with surroundings, and staff was courteous and available. My fav "little" brewery in SD...this joint makes the list! read more

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Fantastically crafted brews and great service and guidance for visiting SD! Thanks Atom!

Cool brewery with fun beers!! It was a fun place to grab a beer and watch the game and play some pinball