We came and got a nice table in the shade on the patio on the first floor with a bunch of TVs with sports on. Started with two of their brews Hoppy one and a Mexican lager and the Bavarian pretzel and fried pickles. wow!!! The pretzel! The jalapeno cheese fondue and honey mustard with the pretzel!!! I'm a wimp lately and had to ask for regular ranch too with the fried pickles but tbh the Sriracha ranch was so good. We then tried the BBQ chicken flatbread and a classic burger with garlic Parmesan fries and another round of beers. The flatbread had real chicken breast seasoned well and it was delicious. The burger was good too. We had the best waiter Bradley and he guided us through the menu and really knows his stuff. His service was exceptional. We had such a great time here and couldn't finish so we had leftovers. Come enjoy great brews, great service, clean restrooms and really delicious food. Thank you. we will return! read more

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Pacific Beach AleHouse is one of those spots that gets everything right. The food was excellent, with great flavor and generous portions. The drinks were just as impressive, and their happy hour deals are hard to beat. The atmosphere really stands out--fun, lively, and perfect for hanging out with friends or enjoying a casual night out. Between the great food, amazing drinks, and awesome vibes, it's easy to see why this place is so popular. I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great spot in Pacific Beach. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

Pacific Beach AleHouse was such a fun find. As a Broncos fan from Colorado, it was really cool to see the Broncos flag, definitely felt a little piece of home. It's walking distance from our hotel and right along the beach, which already makes it a win. We sat upstairs and had a great view of the ocean, which made the whole experience even better. Went for lunch and it was a super chill vibe. They also have a solid Monday deal -- $20 for a beer, burger, and fries, which is hard to beat. From what we could tell (and see from our hotel), it definitely gets a lot busier at night, so depends on the vibe you're going for. Overall, great spot for a laid-back lunch with a view. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Burger deal - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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We've been coming to P.B. AleHouse for a long time... In fact, so long that we were literally coming before it opened. Our family has been staying at The Beach Cottages (which is basically next door) during the holidays for the past 30 years. Our tradition calls for a dinner out the night before Christmas Eve, since we cook in-house the next two nights. Before the P.B. AleHouse, it was the Terrific Pacific. Over the years we may have tried one or two other places, but have been coming here every year since they opened! AMBIANCE: This place definitely has sports bar vibes, but more classy than divey. They rep flags prominently for both the Denver Broncos and the Iowa Hawkeyes, in addition to the Padres and more. Once inside, there is a bar area with seats, as well as high-boy style tables. If you turn left, you'll get to the main dining room where you'll find booths against the wall and plenty of additional tables for seating. One thing there isn't a shortage of, is TVs. There are screens everywhere, showing both local and national sports. They even have subscriptions to stuff like NBA League Pass, where they'll show multiple games on one screen. There's also an upstairs rooftop patio area, with an additional bar, heaters, and more screens. This is a great place to be during the sunset, or at night if it's not TOO cold. While it is a restaurant where kids are welcomed, they do have bouncers out front at times (usually later), likely to confirm any minors are accompanied by adults. DRINKS: One of the strengths here for sure. If you're a beer fan, you're in luck. They brew their own beer, and feature options like a sour wheat ale, blonde, red ale, Japanese lager, American stout, West Coast IPA, as well as other rotating taps. They love to show off the kegs of home brew in the back near the restrooms. If you're not feeling adventurous and want to stick to something you know, they also have options like Bud Light, Big Wave, Stella, Angry Orchard, and some stuff from Lagunitas and Firestone Walker on draft. A couple bottled/can options like Corona, Pacifico, Nutrl, Bucha, Truly, Surfside, and Suncruiser. For the drafts, they have multiple sizes available, allowing you to get a traditional pint, or more! If beer isn't your thing, they have white, red, and sparkling wine. There are also 9 craft cocktails ($17/ea), most of which we have tried. Some of our favorite cocktails include: Strawberry Fields, Basic Beach, Resting Gin Face, Just Mai Type, and the Prickly In Pink Mule. Of course they have non-alcoholic options (soda, sparkling water, coffee, tea, and even some NA beers). FOOD: They open at 11am on weekdays, and 10am on weekends, which means... BRUNCH! This goes until 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. The menu includes both breakfast and lunch options (breakfast burrito, chilaquiles, biscuits & gravy, avocado toast, French toast, plus flatbreads, burgers, tacos, and more). If that wasn't enough, they also have some additional brunch cocktails (Bloody Mary, a breakfast shot with bacon, and something called Tickled Pink, which has champagne with pink glitter). Pretty much every time we come, it's for dinner. The dinner menu is solid, and decently eclectic for a sports bar. They have some standard starters like chicken wings, fried calamari, with some more fun options like ahi tuna nachos, fried pickles, and a jumbo Bavarian pretzel. Salad options include a chicken Cobb, and a classic Caesar (with the option to add a protein for an additional charge). Moving on, they have 3 flatbreads to choose from. We've tried 2 of the 3, and they're solid... especially dipped in ranch (...what isn't tho?!). For the main dishes, they have items like burgers, sandwiches, mac & cheese, fish tacos, fish & chips, salmon, and short ribs. This most recent time we went, we shared the beer cheeseburger, a Caesar salad, and the ahi tuna nachos. All three were quite tasty, and the ahi nachos were a solid portion for the price. Another thing we order every year and enjoy, are the fried pickles. This one is served with a Sriracha ranch, which adds another level of deliciousness. They also have a Happy Hour, which is Monday - Friday from 2pm - 5pm. OVERALL: We continually have great experiences when coming to P.B. AleHouse. The staff has always been friendly and accommodating to our groups over the years. Long gone are the days where we used to roll 30+ people deep and take over most of the downstairs dining room. These days we average under 10 people, though it's still a place we look forward to coming to when we visit Pacific Beach every year. Shout out to all of the hardworking and awesome staff, both front and back-of-house. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! IG: @bbnem.eats read more

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We went to a viewing party for a TV show and it was almost 45 minutes late, the charcuterie board didn't match the description on the menu at all, the one alcoholic beverage I had didn't seem like I had any alcohol in it We had limited parking because the event didn't start on time and I complained to the manager and he said maybe I can get you a discount on the dinner and then he never came back and there was never a discount issued Food was mediocre The theme night advertised that it was gonna include brackets and interactive contests, none of which transpired read more

I'm going to be honest here... nursing a hangover and went around PB with my friends as they drank. I ordered water everywhere I went.. this is by far the crispest water of them all. 5 of 5 recommend views great, waters great, what more do you want? read more

This Alehouse is right at the beach and it is a popular place to have a drink and get some great food. The bar counter has a raised door so it opens up and has an outdoor as well as an indoor bar area. The bartenders were very attentive! As soon as we sat down they were there to greet us with menus. What was nice was there were at least 3 bartenders and they all helped us, ensuring we didn't need anything. We started with the Italian Flatbread. I was shocked! The flatbread was SO GOOD! I especially liked the flatbread part, it was stiff and sturdy and had crunch. It solidly held the ingredients on top - also delicious. I would definitely get this again. Next, we got the Beer Cheeseburger with sweet potato fries. The burger is big and we shared it as well. The patty is juicy and cooked to our liking at medium temp. The sweet potato fries also came out crisp and hot. Overall - a great experience from start to finish. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - BEER CHEESEBURGER with sweet potato fries - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Went here tonight with a couple friends! I was pleasantly surprised we got sat right away outside during sunset. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered the Mac & cheese which was seasoned well and I liked the breadcrumb topping. I'd get this again! My friend liked her burger and fries. It's a nice spot for drinks, food (meals and apps). Great spot by the beach and they have an upstairs also. We would have liked our server to check in with us once after we got the food. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

Travis was the goat so patient with my big group after we kept wanting to switch tables!

This has long been a stomping ground for me as far as the college bar scene, so I was interested to try their food for once. I had a very yummy Bloody Mary with bacon in and chorizo chilaquiles. I must say, they rock a dang good Bloody Mary! Highly suggest if you are looking for a good brunch place near the pb area! read more

Loved the beverages -- exceptional pricing for Chandon split on Wednesday!!!! The ranch was magical. Fried pickles yummy and sliced well. Juicy thick burger. Kevin was an amazing ambassador (as I am visiting -- but do plan to be back many times. Perfect afternoon. read more

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We love grabbing quick cocktails at alehouse. Turner is our favorite bartender, he is quick with a joke.

Don't miss this place! What a gem! Had lunch outside on patio, great music and excellent service. We split the watermelon feta salad and the Italian flatbread pizza. OMG bother were so good! We added a big wave beer on happy hour special which starts at 2 PM on Friday! read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Watermelon feta salad and flatbread pizza - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

Oh man oh man! We're spending the week in San Diego and trying different local spots for dinner each night. This was where we ended up tonight and it was phenomenal. Our waiter Gabe was top notch, recommended the fried pickles (a hit) and helped me choose between the fish tacos and the fish and chips (I chose wisely). He was super friendly, we had a great chat with him about fried Oreos, showed him some pics from our trip to the zoo today, and just had an absolute blast. It was a quiet Tuesday night, but I can see a place like that absolutely hopping on the weekends. My wife was impressed by the house margarita, and my kid loved his Shirley temple. It's a definite recommend from me, and I wasn't even there for the craft beer! A+ all around! read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Absolutely delicious FISH TACOS - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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The soft shelled crab burger was to die for. I would choose the crispy fried soft shelled crab over a beef patty any day. It was a flavor explosion in my mouth from the crisp red onions to the creamy tartar sauce. I craved this burger immediately after just finishing it. I had to resist the urge to order another one. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Sunsetter - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great sports bar. Seating inside and out. Pub type food, good for burgers. Weight staff was very attentive and friendly.

Classic beachside restaurant with good bar food and vibes. Great for groups as well! They are opened late which was good for my group of friends that were traveling into town. They also have a second level deck which gives some nice views and they have a fire when it's colder. I ended up getting some truffle fries and a burger and both hit the spot. Simple and cooked well. The service was friendly and also gave us some good recommendations in the area. read more

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We enjoyed the food at Pacific Ale House restaurant in Pacific Beach , CA. We sat in the outdoor patio area on a beautiful sunny day in San Diego. The restaurant is dog friendly. I definitely recommend trying the TURKEY MELT SANDWICH on sourdough bread with sundried tomato aioli, white cheddar, avocado, bacon, red wine and caramelized onions. This sandwich was not only delicious but it was a great presentation 5/5. We also had the Classic cheeseburger. I didn't care for the presentation too much lettuce. The burger didn't come with mayonnaise but after I ordered a side of sundried aioli sauce it tasted way better. I give this burger a 4/5. The service was great with nice ambiance. The restaurant is close to the Pacific Beach Boardwalk. Give this restaurant a try! Happy Yelping :) read more

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We came by after brunch around 3pm and this spot was perfect for some day drinking! The vibe was super lively but not overwhelming--busy, yet the wait wasn't long at all. Chasity at the front desk was super sweet and got us in quickly. Rob and Ryan (I might be off on the names!) were either servers or security--but either way, both the service and security teams were on point. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and really kept the good energy going. Bonus points for the free birthday shot--such a fun little extra! Gorgeous location with a great view and fast, attentive service. Definitely coming back. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Right by the beach!!! - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here for brunch during the St Patty's Bar Crawl and the view was fantastic. The vibes are great and it overlooks the pier, making it a great place for a girls brunch & drink on a warm sunny day! The service was great and they came to take our order pretty quickly. Food was very tasty and drinks were strong - which in my opinion is better! Parking is a little difficult as most parking is on the street and pretty full when the weathers nice at the beach. Overall, great location, food, and service! read more

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My friend and I showed up mid afternoon on a Saturday over Labor Day weekend, and still got seated right away. In spite of the large crowds, table service was absolutely spot on and friendly. Our server checked in with us multiple times over the course of our meal, which was really nice. Burgers are good, and actually cooked to order, which doesn't always happen when a restaurant is busy. Modifications to my burger were spot on, and the sweet potato fries were crisp. They have a wide selection of drinks on tap, with at least one cider for gluten-free diners, and a few non-alcoholic choices too. If you're looking for a place to carry a serious conversation, this might not be the place. The music is loud and so are the people dining, but it is fun and if you're upstairs, the breeze is beautiful. read more

The PB Alehouse is the best! I stumbled upon is walking in the area and it did not disappoint. They have a large indoor space with a rooftop that overlooks the beach. Everyone was so nice and helpful! Great pub style food with plenty of options. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - FISH & CHIPS and JUMBO BAVARIAN PRETZEL - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

We had friends visiting from out of town recently, so, of course we spent a lot of time near the beach. With a group of 6, after a long day outdoors, we were looking for a place near the beach to get some food and drinks. Our friends chose Pacific Beach AleHouse because the menu was relatively large, and one of our friends had found some beer on the menu that he wanted to try. I liked the setting, as you could sit outdoors and see the beach, though it is not really a "beach view" restaurant. It was a Easter Sunday, so it wasn't crowded, but still somewhat busy when we arrived around 7:30. We did not need a reservation. It had gotten kind of chilly, but the heat lamps kept it comfortable. I ordered the ahi nachos. The order was huge. However, it was mainly the nachos themselves that made up the majority of the dish. I ended up eating most of the tuna and toppings off of them with a fork as the amount of nachos was a bit much. I didn't feel like drinking anything sweet, so I ordered a glass of wine. The wine list was basic, but they did have a few options that I knew I would like. Our friends had the BBQ chicken flatbread and a couple other items. My husband had the fish tacos. I think everyone felt that the food was good, but not memorable. It is a very typical general American style restaurant with decent service. I don't think you can go wrong here, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

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Came here on Sunday 10/5/2025. Aside from the amazing food, service was FLAWLESS. We sat outside where the high chairs were but it got really loud and my son started covering his ears. My son is autistic and sensitive to loud sounds. We asked to move to the other patio area and staff had no problem with it. They did something amazing and offered to turn down the music if needed. We didn't need to music turned down but the fact that these two women offered that option meant so much to us. I dont know their names but these two women were in the front around 5:30pm next to security. So management please give them recognition. Our server was Meghan and she made sure we were well taken care of. We were visiting from San Jose. We'll definitely recommend this place if our friends/family head to San Diego read more

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Seat yourself is what it said on the sign. We opted to sit upstairs for an ocean view. That was a nice workoi Our server was a star. She was likely the brightest point of our visit. The food wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. The wings were flavorless outside of the sauce that it was conservatively tossed in. The fried pickles were very good. My whiskey sour tasted a tad like dishwater. The fish tacos were a hit. It's honestly the fish tacos and the server that salvaged this review and experience. Not great. Not terrible. I'd go back. read more

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We wanted to find a place to Stop by for brunch ,catch the basketball game & was also dog friendly. They had a bottle of champagne special for $20. And the brunch menu wasn't extensive, but we loved what they offered & doggie approved. They had an upstairs patio bar seating which you can see the ocean & get a much better breeze then downstairs. read more

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No photos taken but there are plenty already posted that are representative of the Cobb salads & chicken peso flatbread we ordered. Both exceeded expectations & were excellent. Service was topnotch. Thought we'd catch the sunset from top floor deck but there is a building behind that blocks most of it. I'd sit around one of the fire pits next time. And there will be a next time. '. read more

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Hit HH to watch the sunset. Great rooftop, with fire pit. Beers and flatbreads were excellent and fantastic value. Go visit. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - BBQ FLATBREAD and IPA - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

I recently visited the AleHouse with my family and friends. From the start, our server, Brian G was friendly and attentive. When our food was delivered, mine and my daughter's salmon was not made correctly. Brian noticed immediately and offered to take it back to have them make it correctly. While we waited he continued to check in, as well as the manager. Multiple times! They also discounted our tab. Extremely professional, fantastic service, and delicious food. I highly recommend. read more

Great beer and a burger. What's there not to like? We caught sunset today and wandered over to PBAH. Not a bad Wednesday. Everybody is excellent, from the hostess to our fantastic server, Brad. We asked many questions about everything, and it is obvious when someone just gives you the scoop. Today was simple: white cheddar cheeseburger and their house IPA. ( Nice and hoppy) We added a side Cesar, and it was the perfect combo. I like the vibe here; it is lovely, dark with TVs if you want, and quiet. I was down for quite a. Thanks, Brad and PBAH see you very soon. read more

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3 stars average out: 5 stars for the ocean & pier view from the top deck and the extremely attentive, friendly staff. 1 star for the tasteless lobster roll and over salted fries. The grilled brioche that held the small amount of lobster salad was delicious, however the dish was absolutely not worth $30. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Lobster roll - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

The restaurant was pretty empty-I questioned it ot were even open. I ordered the fried Pickles, which tasted like they were beer battered (although this isn't stayed on the menu). They were very greasy-I left them uneatened. I also ordered the green omelet-it was okay. However, the potatoes were burnt and tasted horribly. The waitress said that this is how they are served-nearly black! I will never return. The service was nice, though. read more

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Cool spot in San Diego with 3 levels. We came on a quick trip to SD, and sat upstairs since the vibes were better than the first floor. They have heaters and a nice gas fireplace which makes the ambiance even better. Ordered the Cobb salad and poke tuna nachos. Good service, great strong drinks. We got there a bit earlier, but apparently it gets very busy later in the night. Will definitely be back when I'm in SD again! read more

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Love this place, great service and great place to watch a sports game. I love that happy hour has started at 2pm instead of 3pm. Not sure if its only winter hours but I'm enjoying the early happy hour! read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - Happy Hour Menu - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

Came for happy hour after a morning at the beach. Service was good. They have a nice rooftop patio and luckily had outlets to charge up my phone. Beers on draft were good and fried pickles were fresh and delicious with homemade ranch and sriracha ranch. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - FRIED PICKLES and draft beer - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Love this place! Casual dog friendly, great French Onion Soup. Attentive bartenders give great service read more

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I came here with high hopes actually , just because it's such a nice place. Even from the outside you just want to be in the restaurant. The set up inside is really nice, decor. Is very clean. The staff is really nice here. Waiter I got he was great! Very attentive. Kept checking on me and my friend to see if we needed anything. I would say some of the drinks are really over priced. The food to be honest wasn't great. Was some sort of melt. Tasted beyond plain. I wasn't a fan of what I got and it took forever to get to my table. I may come back one day and try something else. And parking is a pain for sure. So a tad disappointed. read more

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burgers were delicious, same with the fried pickles!! we got the house mexican lager and it was wonderful. vibes in the restaurant were good and service was quick! read more

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We went to the Pacific Beach Alehouse while we were waiting for our AirBnB to be ready. We sat on the rooftop which was so nice- we had perfect weather. We got the ahí tuna nachos to start and they stole the show, so good! I got the chicken Cobb salad and it was very good. My husband got the fish tacos which he really enjoyed, and it came with a side of corn that was really flavorful. The beers were also really good and refreshing. read more

Pacific Beach AleHouse - AHI TUNA NACHOS - Breweries Near Me - San Diego, California

Service was terrible. The waitress wasn't paying attention so my fries came out cold. To pay $20 for a Philly and a handful of some shoe string fries is yet again a blatant example of restaurants and their unapologetic price gouging. The slim ciabatta rolls they use are about 4 inches wide and the meat was salty and overcooked. Haven't been here in years, but it seems to have gone downhill. Lastly PB AleHouse, I hope you know it's against the law to add on ANY service charges or surcharges without either posting it or notifying the customer BEFOREHAND. Will be disputing this with my credit card company just based on principle alone. Pay your employees and stope expecting customers to supplement wages. We already do that by allowing you to remain open when we patronize your establishment because without paying customers, you would have no business. read more