NOVO Brazil Brewing is one of my favorite spots, and honestly, all of their locations are…read moreconsistently great. One of the highlights is their incredible beer selection. They offer a wide variety of craft beers, making it easy to find something you'll enjoy whether you prefer IPAs, lagers, stouts, or seasonal brews. My go-to menu item is the steak nachos. They're loaded with flavor, generously portioned, and pair perfectly with a cold beer. If you're looking for a casual place with excellent craft beer and great food, NOVO Brazil Brewing in Imperial Beach is definitely worth a visit. The beer variety is outstanding, and the steak nachos are a must-try.

I'm a local and have been coming to Novo since it opened, and it's always been a go to spot until…read moretoday. After the Brazil match, we arrived early for Mexico vs. England but found all tables reserved. We waited outside for an hour with no staff assistance, then went to the bar. The bar lacks organization, sometimes you order directly, other times you have to wait for a server. I asked a manager, Jimmy, for clarification, but he ignored me and waved me away like I was an inconvenience. Despite an almost empty bar, no one helped until a bartender told a server to take my order. We've always enjoyed Novo, but this experience was disappointing. Decent food and decent atmosphere can't make up for poor service, especially from management. Jimmy, I hope you improve your operational organization and professionalism.

If you are into mouth-watering crispy wings, locally brewed beer and beach vibes, then Pizza Port…read morein IB is the place to be. Let's first talk about the location. It is about a block away from the beach, has the that local-scene type of vibe where people show up in their golf carts or on their bikes. The location has both outdoor and indoor seating. And those of you who are like me that is sometimes cold but also likes the outdoor area, they have seats that give you the best of both worlds. The menu is simple but yet it has variety within its options. They offer pizza, wings, appetizers like tater tots, mozzarella sticks, and such. I think they even offer salads but let's be honest, I am there for the wings. There is something about their crispy freshly made wings that makes you just want to devour them. They offer teriyaki, buffalo and bbq wings. The best part? On Wednesdays they have a special where the wings are 75 cents. Actually, I lied . The best part, is the 5 dollar beers they offer when the Padres are playing. Our favorite go to is the Amigo-Lager. The staff is super friendly and they even offer military and teacher discounts. the only downside is that parking is limited but there is plenty of street parking.

Pizza is delicious but I wish they were a bit better about the toppings! We got the Monterey pizza…read morewhich has mushrooms and artichokes, on a large pizza we counted 6 small shards of artichoke We ordered up at the counter "to-go" and the tall guy at the register conveniently forgot about us... We waited for 35 minutes and finally went up to the counter to ask where our food was...and he told us "they're still working on it." Which I didn't take for an answer and glad I didn't... because I made him double check with the guys in the kitchen. Our pizza was DONE and had been sitting in the warming oven...... That means the guy at the register completely forgot about us.....as we sat and waited for 35 minutes in his direct line of sight....

I would just like to state my sadness that Hoppy Daze has closed. I don't have a lot of friends…read morethat I drink with locally so I went rarely but to go through for quite a few years and have a 4.8 review on Yelp was pretty incredible! Always loved this little place and I'm sorry to see it go. Nothing last forever, though. Cheers.

This tap house located in Del Sol neighborhood of so San Diego has everything for your beer…read moredrinking enjoyment. Padres games, pool tables, and a stage where bands frequently play. Chalkboard has a lot of varieties of brew from Mexican lagers to hoppy IPA's. Always a jovial vibe when I come in and beer-tenders are friendly and willing to answer questions about the different brewery options. So if you're in the Otay West area or just passing through and thirsty check this place out

Located inside a parking structure on the 5th floor you'll find this hidden gem. Norte Brewing Co…read more has a beautiful view overlooking the main streets of the city. The customer service was outstanding. Felipe really went above and beyond. He suggested we try the Penthouse (an IPA) and the Escort (a blonde ale), both great choices. Later, he even brought us a free sample of La Burra, a wheat beer that was so tasty. We ordered the fries, which came out perfectly crisp and topped with cheese- simple but delicious. I didn't realize they had a second floor, but we were lucky enough to go up and take some pictures from there. The view up there is definitely worth checking out. The restrooms were very clean, which I always appreciate. Parking: Parking structure is called Foreign Club Parking.

I don't drink but came here and the views were beautiful! Great to grab a beer, sit and enjoy the…read moreview. Side note: you have to go through the parking lot behind the pharmacy and use the elevator to get here. You won't be able to see the entrance from the street.

Tonight we had family dinner here at Common Theory Chula Vista. This place is so great. When we…read morearrived, Happy Hour (3p-6p) was ending but the place was so packed. This is always a great sign. The manager, Ben, is awesome. He greeted us and added us to the waitlist. We were seated after 10mins of waiting in a great spot. Our favorite server, Nathan, is a lead now. We were seated in Matt's area and he was our server. Nathan came by to say hi and greet us, this is excellent customer service here. Matt was also great and customer service oriented and he took our order for table apps and drinks. The ambiance here is fun, family friendly, cool, and good vibes all around. They have a DJ some Saturdays. There are also very cool theme nights. Tonight was "Wing Wednesday". I posted a photo of the theme nights. For example, Thursday is Teachers 15% Discount Day and Karaoke. The walls, seating, and table decor is very nice. The design element here is wonderful. Our food: Bulgogi Fries App for the table starter, Fish and Chips, Chicken Katsu Plate, Side Order of Garlic Fried Rice, And 10 (4 Salted Pepper, 2 BBQ, 2 Sweet Chili, 2 Buffalo) of the $2 each wings. The food was great! The vibe is awesome, and the overall experience was great. We also got a chance to talk to Ben the Manager, Nathan the lead server, and Matt our server tonight. They all came to check on us to make sure that everything was going well in our dining experience. We HIGHLY recommend stopping here to enjoy a great dining experience.

We went here twice. The ambiance is nice though we found the music a bit on the loud side. Service…read morewas good. The first time we went I ordered the garlic green beans which were actually no longer on the menu. They were quite tasty. I also ordered a side of fried chicken which was also good. The second time we went I got the chicken wings and the side ceaser salad. The wings were not crispy enough and there was zero flavor in the breading. The salad was boring. Hubby got the cobb salad which was a large portion but otherwise just ok. note that there is no outdoor seating so leave Fido home. Probably would not bother coming back here.

I can not say enough amazing thing about Delaney! She is the sweetest and was instrumental in…read moreplanning our celebration. We eloped and decided all we wanted was beers and pizza with friends. I was able to order everything in advance and have drink tickets for our group. Their hourly minimum to rent the patio was incredibly reasonable. Everything as tailored to our group and needs. I am highly impressed Everyone found a drink they loved - even ones that surprised them. The beer and wine selection was great and the food was delicious. We devoured it all so quick. Next event or group get together this is our first choice.

It's always a pleasure to come back to Groundswell!…read more They have a huge selection of drinks, and I was so excited to see they carry Julian cider which is one of my favorites! The pizza came out fast and it was delicious I could finish it all!! I love that they have a patio. Can't wait to go back!

Excellent tap house! So many IPAs on tap. I showed up at 6:02 and worried I have missed happy hour!…read moreNOPE! IT'S ON UNTIL 7! clean and very nice people inside. Would for sure stop in for a drink if I was in the neighborhood again.

Came here while waiting for some friends. Seems like a cool local spot to grab a drink. Casual…read moreplace with great vibes. From the outside it doesn't look like much but once you're inside it feels like a brewery. The beers were great! Lots of beers on tap and plenty of parking in the lot.

What started as an easy spot to sneak off to close to home has become my favorite bar in the city -…read morenot just National City but the whole darn county! Part dive bar, part club on the right nights, and truly nothing like it. Great rotating selection of beer, outstanding cocktails, and no matter who is picking the music it hits. Like movies? They're playing them. Sports? They're on! They've even got open turntables for a bring your own vinyl night. Blasting AC in the heat and keeping you warm with hot toddys once the fall/winter hits. It's an inclusive, But the real stand out is and always has been the friendly, amazing staff. I tend to go earlier in the evening, and can always count on their bartender Jett to make a meticulous craft cocktail or a stellar beer reccomendation. No matter the day im having, a stop at Machete always makes it better!

If you like beer, there are several to choose from here. Meet some friends here for happy hour…read more There are over 30 tap brews with a focus on local craft beers. There is patio bench seating out back and bar stools and tables inside. Funky decor, flatscreen and chill vibes. The server let me taste a few of the beers before ordering. The Machete Lager is a good choice.