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    Prey Brewing

    4.4 (192 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    PREY BREWING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Brittany D.

    I took my mom here to celebrate Mother's Day. The food was much better than I expected. I assumed the food was going to be basic bar food but the flavor of everything was so good. I love how modern the restaurant looked inside. Even once it started to get busy we still had good service. I'd definitely go back.

    Happy hour
    Bonnie G.

    On a recent rainy Saturday afternoon, my fiancé and I decided to brave the treacherous weather and venture out to downtown Vista for Prey's Happy Hour. Take note- they have two happy hours! 3-6 and then 9-close! Glorious! Parking was a breeze right on the side of the brewpub, but I'm sure it wouldn't be that way on a sunny day. We were quickly seated in the bar area- bright and airy. Staff was friendly enough, but Josh stood out- he was the last person who interacted with us. Their happy hour menus differs- and if you ask me, the 3-6pm one is the best! Why? Select Prey brews are 3 dollars at 3pm! Then, the price goes 4 dollars at 4pm, and finally 5 dollars at 5pm. There's something for everyone on the HH menu- whether you want little bites or something more substantial. My fiancé ordered the smash burger, I had baked mussels, and we shared the poutine fries. The poutine fries were outstanding! So, why the 4 stars for this place? Ugh...it's the lack of transparency. There's a 3% surcharge. I get it..it's necessary nowadays. It's not the amount- it's the fact that it's nowhere in the menu in fine print, and since you're paying on a POS system, you don't even know about it until you see your bill. I'm sure we'll be back...but now we know.

    House burger with side salad, and the broccolini appetizer over red pepper hummus in foreground.
    Ken W.

    Today my grandson and I had lunch here and it was a good experience. First impressions: parking is a challenge, but once you are inside, it is clean and modern. Service was very good. I love Belgian ales, and have been for years. Their two Belgians were unimpressive; they both could use more yeast. (They both were light yellow and transparent like a light beer; Belgians are not like that.) Their hazy IPA was good but their guest tap of Craft Coast hazy was better (subjective opinion.) The appetizer of broiled broccolini with garlic over red pepper hummus was out of this world! WOW! My grandson had their smash burger and said it was good, as well as their fries. I had their house hamburger and it was spot on perfect! It was accompanied with a side salad with delicious sweet onion dressing! The bottom line: will we return? You betcha!

    Joriene M.

    Happy Hour 3-6 pm (daily) Smashburger ($8 during Happy Hour) - This smashburger was amazing! The beef was juicy and well cooked and I loved how soft and caramelized the onions were. The American cheese melted nicely between the patties and the garlic aioli was so full of flavor that the burger didn't need additional sauces. Highly recommend!

    Belgium waffle
    Noel R.

    I love the look & feel of the place. I'm a stout lover and they had 2. A coffee and a coconut stout. We sat outside which was very nice. Great frontside outside seating with a view of downtown vista. Took forever to get a server, had to go track one down. We had the beef tallow fries, Belgium waffles and the stouts. Everything was good except the portion of fries was very small for $11. Probably won't go back but we did enjoy the beer and the outdoor seating.

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    Jeremy S.

    As far as breweries go, this please is pretty awesome. They have excellent beer, attentive service and a full cocktail bar, which is pretty rare for a brewery. An awesome happy hour menu paired with some really good food gives this place a huge thumbs up.

    Sylvain B.

    4 starts for their happy hour deal. I haven't tried anything besides what's in the happy hour menu...yet. Considering the quality of the food providing during HH, I will go back. The staff was always very friendly and helpful (I went there twice), giving good recommendations and letting me try pretty much every beer on the HH menu. Beers: I love their Prairie Wolf and the Japanese rice lager. Both are fantastic. Paired with a $7 smashburger or a $9 Nashville hot chicken sando, you absolutely can't go wrong. Food is delicious, especially at this price. Birria tacos are very juicy, moist and well seasonned/tasty. I have mitigated feelings about the "vibe" and atmosphere, it's slightly too cold in my opinion (lot of metal and concrete) but I have never been there when the place is full and lively. Will definitely go back and try more items from their dinner menu!

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    Edith D.

    Friendly servers, tasty food, full bar and brewery and great happy hour!!!! Three o'clock happy hour the best! Got the chicken sandwich during happy hour! Would liked to have a little more spice

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    Bill R.

    Stopped by Prey Brewing after seeing a movie at nearby Cinépolis. It was happy hour and the deals were flowing. We started with the Tallow Fries and a couple of cocktails. Then we had had one of their smash burgers. Our server was the bar manager and he was fantastic! The orders came out quickly. All looked and tasted fantastic. The drinks were beautiful and refreshing. I can't wait to come back!

    Cocktails
    Lucy M.

    Local spot in vista village. Ive been here a few times and usually the service and drinks are good but this time it was not. Drinks were OKAY, we didn't finish them and the service was extremely slow. But, the chicken was very delicious. Props to the chef!

    Birthday cake
    Crystal C.

    Loved this place we got the mezcal wings and they were amazingly delicious, we also got to share the broccolini and it as well. I would definitely go back during happy hour times because they had good deals. I went during regular business hours but no complaints paying full price, we got an IPA & I made the mistake of getting a sweet one called birthday cake, it was good but super sweet and I am more into bitter beer taste, however service was great, very clean and cute place from the inside, I do want to return for happy hour and sit in the very aesthetically pleasing bar. Just as a heads up the parking situation is they have NONE :) & you will spend a minute trying to find free parking, I would still however deal with the parking because I did really enjoy the place.

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    Kyle D.

    My girlfriend and I have drove by this place for about two weeks.... Always said we should go support since we are brewery fans! So here is my official breakdown. The menu looks amazing, prices seem on point. The service from the moment we walked in. The lighting was perfect for this spectacular Wednesday evening. We will be returning!!!

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    Great customer service. Great ambience. Drinks are amazing so, is the food? Great place to bring family and friends.

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    Drinks are amazing. Food is delicious and staff are very friendly and very attentive. Would recommend.

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    8 months ago

    Great happy hour and nice bartenders! Great prices as well! Would definitely recommend!

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    Food was delicious, drinks were wonderful and Jesse was a wonderful server! Highly recommend!

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    What a great place to pop in for happy hour! Beer and food are great and service is excellent. Definitely a go to spot.

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    Ask the Community - Prey Brewing

    What days and times do they have happy hour?

    Hi! It's Monday -Friday 3-6 I believe.

    How far ahead should I call in take out?

    We can typically fulfill takeout orders in 15 to 20 minutes!

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