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.

Came here for Stone Brewing's 30th Anniversary Celebration and it didn't disappoint! My…read morebrother-in-law and I had VIP tickets which allowed us to go into a private area which included the following: -Unlimited 2oz pours of exclusive Stone Rare Beers and Friends of Stone This wasn't their first rodeo and they were pouring nonstop and moved the line quickly. -Throwback fan-favorite food items Menu included unlimited: -Pretzel Bites -Brussels Sprouts with pancetta -Stone BLT -Lamb Rigatoni -BBQ Duck Tacos -Poke Tacos (This was the star of the show for me; I must've eaten 10 if not more) -Fried Avocado Tacos (Second favorite item) -Fried Olives -Veggie Coconut Curry -Upfront seating for Live Music in the garden -Commemorative souvenir glass -Custom glass etching The lady was hand etching these but unfortunately had no order in which she was etching. People who were in the back placed their glass in front of the people who were in line first. As more and more people were filling out their name cards, they placed them on the table in front of her, but she just grabbed whatever cup was in front of her. Some waited over an hour to get their glass back because people put glasses in front of theirs, putting them further and further back to get their glasses etched. They should've numbered the cards and went in order. This was the most disappointing part as you couldn't continue drinking without a glass. -Exclusive access to Kris Ketcham's Archive Beer Cellar This was awesome. So many great beers and I just kept getting back in line to try all the different brews. -Exclusive limited-edition 30th anniversary merchandise I chose the t-shirt but you could've chosen a bag, pin set, a pint glass or hat. Staff was simply amazing. From the check-in process to the constant pouring of delicious beers and stocking of food, they were always there to help the crowd and it was no easy feat! Breweries who attended: -Abita -AleSmith -Alvarado Street - VIP Only -Avery - VIP Only -Barrel & Stave - VIP Only -Burgeon - VIP Only -Craft Coast - VIP Only -Firestone Walker -Green Cheek - VIP Only -Karl Strauss -Ketch Brewing -Julian Hard Cider -Maui Brewing -Nickle Beer Co. - VIP Only -North Park Brewing -pFriem -Pint House - VIP Only -Pizza Port - VIP Only -Pure Project - VIP Only -Russian River - VIP Only -Sierra Nevada -Single Hill -Societe -Stone Brewing -Tarantula Hill -Topa Topa - VIP Only It was great spending time with the fans and meeting new people. Everything was well organized and there was plenty of seating. Still a 5-star experience with the only hiccup being the glass etching experience. Can't wait to celebrate your 31st anniversary! Congrats on a huge milestone guys! Cheers!

Loved our visit during their 30th Anniversary! The place is massive compare to the OC branch…read more The evening was lively and check-in was smooth. We waited at least 30 mins because the place was very busy so we checked out their arcade area, the outdoor movie in the garden, and purchased a shirt at their merch store while waiting. The staff are nice and attentive to each customer. The food was great and so was the beer! We loved their juicy burger, flavorful Brussels sprouts and crispy fries!

Had the pina colada. It was really good I added strawberry to it. I should have taken a pic but…read moreforgot. Have inside and outside. Love the ambiance as well

Great little outpost of Stone Brewing on the outskirts of Little Italy…read more Loved sitting on the outside patio by the Fire pit's and it is a little escape from the immediate surroundings. Service was fast and friendly, bar tenders were really nice! It's a tap house serving beer, they have a few snacks and some merchandise. Tried a 30th anniversary Stone IPA, it was good but not one of my favorites- but a nice nonetheless enjoyed on that patio

Drinks: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5…read moreCleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Price: $ ADA access: yes Restrooms: yes, downstairs Ambiance: casual Pros: unique bar inside an old church. Flights of beer available. You can order food from next door

I love when places repurpose different buildings like library coffee shops and this works well for…read morea brewery. If it was just the small church it would be one thing but they also have a nice courtyard with hanging lights that could stand on its own. The beer itself was good but not typically what I like. What I go for usually is the super hazy ones and these were mostly hoppy but my wife liked them. The staff was super friendly and let us try a few before we picked. Overall a cool concept and a fun place to swing in for a beer.

Hands down, Eppig is the best brewery with a view! Excellent location in Point Loma overlooking the…read moreMarina with great seating areas and a good selection of beverages. It's also excellent for dogs and large parties. I honestly could sit there all day watching the boats come in and out sipping on a flight of beer. While parking can be a little challenging, it's a great hang out spot and perfect for an after boating beverage!

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

We had such an amazing experience at Gravity Heights in Mission Valley! From the delicious food and…read moredrinks to the exceptional service, everything was wonderful. When I called to make a reservation for Happy Hour, Jacob let me know that the Happy Hour section was first come, first served. However, he was kind enough to make an exception and reserve a table for us. That meant so much! Even more special, Jacob came over to our table to introduce himself and make sure we were enjoying everything. What an amazing personal touch! And our waitress, Juliana, was absolutely fantastic! She KNOWS what's good! Her recommendations were spot-on. We ordered the cauliflower, patatas, and birria quesadilla, and everything was delicious. And the Spring Fling Spritz drinks were AMAZING! One of my sisters is vegan, and the vegan Mezze Platter was unbelievably delicious. She loved it! A huge thank you to Jacob, Juliana, and the entire Gravity Heights team for making our visit such a wonderful experience. Great food, amazing drinks, excellent service, and such thoughtful hospitality. We will definitely be back!

Perfect place for brunch as long as you can find parking! We always luck out in the underground…read moreparking, so that'll be your best bet. There's plenty of outdoor seating, but highly recommend making a reservation if you prefer to sit inside. The staff are so nice, the drinks and food are delicious, and we love how local it is in the valley!

Found this gem across the street from our hotel. It really is a little hidden treasure between all…read morethe stuffy looking large corporate buildings. The pond with koi fish, water fall and landscaping was gorgeous. We had hoped to sit out next to the pond while we were there, but they said they were closing that area for the day. Which was unfortunate, but okay! We ended up being seated inside at one of the booths. Our server was quick and everything was brought to us without that long of a wait. We had ordered some drinks and some food for everyone at the table to share. The food was delicious! The brussels sprouts and the churro bites were my favorite, but the rest of it was pretty good as well. In the middle of our meal, our waitress brought us all out a free shot of one of their house alcohols and even though I am not really a drinker I tried it & thought it was pretty good. My husband and step-dad wished they had brought them out before they had ordered different drinks though, otherwise that is what they would have ordered instead of what they picked out. Overall this was a great spot to find & stop at!

"Hey Derek, we're going to Happy Hour at Karl Strauss. If you're interested, feel free to join us!"…read more "Hmm is that the same Karl Strauss that I saw in Metro Pointe at South Coast??" I thought to myself. Sure enough, it was! I was in the Sorrento Valley region of San Diego to work for a couple of days there, and on my first day, I received this invite to join the team for a Happy Hour outing at this SoCal Brewery. I had seen them before when I caught a movie at Regal Edwards Metro Pointe in Costa Mesa; Karl Strauss was nearby, and I happened to spot it while taking a leisurely walk around that shopping center. When I saw it was a brewery, I didn't think I'd ever want to go because I don't drink alcohol, but when I saw their Happy Hour specials were $12 apps on top of $6 beers, I figured I'd make the most of this opportunity to try an appetizer at a discounted price! I got there kind of late, but that's because I was idiotic enough to pass the brewery not once, but twice! Yes, twice to figure out which parking lot was for Karl Strauss. And even the lot got kind of confusing as there was a gate arm right next to the entrance, though it wasn't prohibiting cars from entering the lot. It's a pretty large lot, but it only allows for 2 hours of visitor parking. I was fortunate enough to score a parking spot that was literally closest to the entrance without it being handicapped. A couple of directional arrows initially got me in the right direction, but then a fork in the trail had me hesitating on which path to take. Luckily, a co-worker passed by and guided me to the left trail where we saw the rest of the team at a large community table on the lower level of the outdoor patio. And shortly after, I was getting Japanese Tea Garden vibes with the pond that was on the other side of the railing, though I can't confirm the presence of koi fish in there. Since it was my first time at any Karl Strauss location, I wouldn't have known that we had to scan the QR code on the table to order if not for a co-worker mentioning this; imagine if I were awkwardly sitting there waiting for a server to come take my order only for it to never happen! Since all appetizers were $12, I was intent on ordering the most expensive one to get the most savings. The Shrimp Tostadas and Ahi Poke Nachos were tied for first at $18.95, but the Ahi Poke Nachos had an option for avocado for an additional $3. Perusing their menu, I saw the Ahi Poke Nachos, but not the Shrimp Tostadas*, which confused me, but also made my choice way easier lol. I also saw the avocado would still be a $3 upcharge even during Happy Hour, so I ordered the Ahi Poke Nachos sans avocado. After submitting my order, the nachos were ready within 5 minutes, which surprised me so much that I didn't believe him when he said "Ahi Poke Nachos" the first time! I wasn't given an order number, but the QR codes on each table are uniquely identified by a table number, helping the servers identify who placed the order they are carrying. If you decide to move tables for a better view, don't place your order before doing so! Otherwise, your order will be taken to an empty table lol I definitely enjoyed the Ahi Poke Nachos, but I did think the sauce and aioli were quite salty or sour for my liking. Also, the tortilla chips weren't that strong; there was a certain amount of sauce each chip could take before cracking, and I felt that threshold was a little lower than the norm. Nevertheless, everything went well together, and I'm glad I chose this over the Asada Fries, which were 45 cents cheaper. Actually, a co-worker did order the Asada Fries and mentioned that as much as he enjoyed the fries, he actually got full from them! For me, after finishing the Ahi Poke Nachos, I had room to eat some more that were shared by a co-worker, who ordered it after seeing I had ordered the Ahi Poke Nachos and hearing my reasoning of why I ordered that. He also ordered a burger and fries, graciously sharing the fries with me in the process. I thought the fries were pretty good, but they certainly weren't extraordinarily good by any means. But with a traditional burger, these fries would hit the spot! I previously mentioned how easy it was for me to find parking upon arrival, which was about 3:40 PM. When I left a couple hours later, the parking lot was so full that someone was waiting for my spot. Overall, I had a good first experience at a Karl Strauss! I'd recommend, even if you're not a beer drinker :) * We later learned from a server that the Shrimp Tostadas weren't eligible for the Happy Hour pricing. I don't remember the exact reason, but I believe it had to do with it being a seasonal menu item, which didn't make much sense to me. It would have been helpful for the menu to point this out in some way, shape, or form because I'd be pretty unhappy to order the Shrimp Tostada during Happy Hour only to realize it would be charged full price. Hopefully this didn't happen to another customer.

Amazing place to see a concert! Came with my 5 year old son for his first concert and we both had a…read moregreat time! I would definitely recommend

If you are looking for something fun to do with friends, add Bingo Loco to the list. We went for an…read moreadult bday celebration and had a great time. I would say, target audience is 40yr olds that like to drink and dance a bit, but get home at a decent hour. Our group agreed, it's something you probably only need to do once. Doors open at 5:30 but bingo starts at 7. If you have a bigger group, you may want to get there on the earlier side to get a good sport together. It got a bit sexual on stage, but everyone had their clothes on, and it wasn't too bad. Just to warn you. You can order food and drinks from a digital menu. QR code on the table. We heard the food isn't great, so we ate nearby before going in. The servers were fast and nice. They stop and want people out at 930 sharp, so plan accordingly and don't be like us and order drinks at 9:15.

What a fabulous find Visiting from LA and this is my new…read morehang. Everything is tasty service outstanding. Mollie took excellent care of us. We were lucky enough to catch one of the World Cup games. There is a seltzer that is like whoa!! Great selection, chill vibes. Very dog friendly, and lots of water dogs for the furry paws..

This place is very chill and good vibes. The parking is a challenge and seating can be too. We met…read moresome cool folks who were willing to share their free seats with us. We need to get better at this in the States, sharing space/seats with strangers. We're all there to do the same thing, hang out and drink beers. The beer was excellent. I didn't check if they served food or not. Great spot, but I I'm wish parking was better.

Such a cute, intimate sushi spot! The sushi was delicious, especially the Citrus Hamachi Roll -…read morefresh buttery hamachi with bright, refreshing citrus flavors that made every bite so good. The yuzu ice cream was the perfect way to finish the meal. The service was excellent, with such friendly staff, and the restaurant was clean and inviting. A wonderful experience overall. Definitely recommend!

My friend and I went for dinner around 6pm on a Friday. Parking was easy at this time. There were a…read morefew other groups inside, but it wasn't packed. Service: We were welcomed as soon as we arrived. Everyone was very nice and very attentive. We ordered 4 items: orange ginza roll, una don, inari and the annin dofu dessert Orange ginza: oh yeah!! I usually hesitate getting citrusy rolls because they end up tasting the same as any other place or the citrus part over powers everything, but this was unique and the flavors balanced each other out. Tempura was also nice and crispy. Also love that they used lemon zest(?). Would order again. Una don: Their sauce for this is SO good and the unagi was cooked perfectly. Would order again. Inari set. I LOVE tofu and you don't see inaris in SD. We were very happy with this. Would order again. Annin dofu - this one was unique. Very almond heavy (not a bad thing). This is the only item I wouldn't get again. The tofu was tasty but I think a lot was going on with this dessert. There was a lot of texture, flavors, and color Not sure if this is normal for this dessert lots going on. there were mochi bits, tofu, matcha sauce, granola, raisins, dried strawberries(?). Fun to look at and try but kind of a lot going on. Overall: Would definitely come back. I do hope they get more employees though because I can see this place getting packed and needing more staff!