How have I not reviewed Pure Project? They may be my favorite San Diego brewery (and that is saying something). I prefer beer (and food) with flavor. PP definitely features some bold brews like triple IPAs and bourbon barrel-aged imperial stouts. If you prefer more crushable beverages, they also serve pilsner, blonde ale, and pale ale. They even have hard seltzers and smoothies, wine, cider, and more. Just check out their website: https://www.purebrewing.org/ They are a 1% for the Planet company. Bring in outside food. They also serve empanadas from Empanada Kitchen and one appears to be vegan. Bring your dog, too, so I can say hi. Check out their other locations. Joe's tip: whenever you see them at events, see if they have any half-price flight coupons! read more

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So many different brews to choose from. Had to go with the flight to try five different ones out. Get five 5oz pours for the price of four. Well worth it! Service was fast, informative and friendly. Great place to stop and chill after walking the park. read more

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Had a really wonderful time here! The American marketing association had an after work gathering here and I'm glad they did. Aside from being nice to discover new places. It was such a comfortable atmosphere for networking. The staff was incredibly friendly and didn't feel judging at all which you can get when you go to a place that sells crafty beers. Such a warm and inviting atmosphere both inside and outside. And in talking to the staff, you discover that they are happy to be working there as they are well treated. Well, I'm not really a beer drinker an IPA was recommended to me which I thoroughly enjoyed. The gentleman behind the bar took the time despite how busy they were, to get to know my taste to match a beer to me. So not only was the event good but I wouldn't hesitate to have an event here or meet with business colleagues in the future. Also a great place for a date. Yeah it's just a good place overall. Maybe next time I'd venture to try some of the food. The only challenge I have on the way I understand isn't typically a challenge was finding parking. read more

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If you're near balboa park or hillcrest and want to relax at a brewery tasting room, go here. It has the typical brewery vibe...nice staff, comfy patio seats, dog friendly. Always a few tasty IPAs, plus other styles. The $5 empanadas were good. They also had a big TV inside with FIFA World Cup on. read more

Very chill place to hang on a Sunday afternoon. Pure offers many beer choices. You'll be sure to find something you enjoy. Tasting flights are also offered. There are games available to play, TVs to watch sports, and plenty of good beer. Counter service is friendly and helpful. They have a wide assortment of merchandise to purchase. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. read more

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Great seating setup and yummy beer!!! Staff was nice . Loved it and suggest it to anyone looking for a classy brewery vibe.

Stopped in for a pint before dinner. Very chill urban environment. Excellent IPAs. Far too many dogs including inside. This place takes dog friendly to the next level Critique - they refused to print receipts claiming receipts are not environmentally friendly. When I replied that receipts are basic to every business, the young lady working the register replied with a socialistic stand that receipts fill landfills. She didn't like my response that receipts are fully biodegradable. I find the politicization of norms of business troubling. If it were not for the politics at Pure Project, I'd give a higher rating based on the beer quality. read more

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NA Grounded was so refreshing! Thank you Steven for great service!! Pure Project never has failed me since 2016! read more

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We recently hosted a small party celebrating our son's Graduate school commencement at the Balboa Park location. The party was a big success. The ambiance on the patio was so nice and a perfect space for 18, although I think 30 would have been comfortable in the space as well (and they have areas that can hold more). BTW, the minimum is 20 and I knew we wouldn't have any trouble using the extra tokens that come with a package for 20 people. The staff was phenomenally helpful. Kristin, the event manager, was so responsive to all our questions and the space was set up exactly as promised including a table for the food we brought in. And the taproom staff was incredible! Special thanks to Thalia, Denise, Jane and Chelsea. They swept the patio before our guests arrived and helped set up the chafing dish I brought. Of course they poured great beers and this frozen drink (frese freeze?) that was delicious. Although the party was officially over at 7, my son and some friends hung out until 10:30 (yes, the taproom closes at 10) and the staff never wavered being gracious and friendly. So happy we chose Pure Project for the party. I need another excuse to have a party in San Diego so we can do it again! Thanks Pure people! read more

I prefer fruity beers and this guava beer was really good! Would certainly come back, it's a good meeting area and games that you can play. Saw people order some food as well but we had dinner after so we didn't get to try any of it. read more

Came here because we had errands to run nearby. This is the PERFECT neighborhood joint. Great beer, tasty food, plenty of seating inside and out. We got three of the empanadas they have as food. The clear winner was the sweet corn and basil. Highly recommend Also had a beer or two. Solid. The service was fantastic and fast Lots of seating inside and outside and they even offer games for you and the table to play. The only bummer is the parking but you can blame SD for that one. Recommend for anyone in the neighborhood! read more

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The bartender was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, explained the menu and walked me through it, and helped me choose the right tasting flight! Lots of indoor and outdoor seating (with heaters and blankets too!) I came alone and read my book which was a very enjoyable experience. Will definitely be back!! read more

Negative: way too many dogs. This is a negative for me because I am severely allergic to pets. They are allowed inside and on the patio. If they were contained in the patio, I would have been fine, but no they are everywhere. We arrived by Uber because a local said we had to come here since we love beer. It was a far Uber ride from the Gaslamp area. Beer: very good beer and highly recommend it. Service: our waitress was decent. This is more of a locals brewery, she knew many of the customers by name and greeted them. We asked for a receipt but she informed us they do not use paper for receipts. Really? That is California for you. read more

Rarely write reviews but beer here is amazing and service is unmatched compared to other breweries around here! They have board games and lots of different types of seating. Love this place read more

David was so kind and a very attentive bartender! The beer was great, as always, and it was freshing sitting outside in the cool breeze read more

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Great beer. Amazing location. Interior design very clean and modern. Extremely clean everywhere, wonderful staff. read more

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This is a cool brewery with a chill vibe. Right away we were greeted and welcomed. We ordered beers and mango slushies and both drinks were delicious. I had the Belgian Gold and wifey got the slushie. We played Jenga and listened to the awesome rock music playlist on a breezy Friday afternoon. We'll definitely be back, and we want to try to visit the new North Park location also. read more

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Tried this place for the first time & was very impressed! The staff was super nice & the drinks were good! My favorites were the mango tango (frozen slushie) & the tropical mist (citrus blonde). The ambiance was pretty chill & they even have some board games. Overall a nice place to chill & meet up with friends. read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday around 5pm for a beer flight and empanada trio! Creative and fun beer names and great tasting beers. My bf picked out 2 IPAs, 1 hazy IPA (something about otters), and I tried 2 sour beers (omgoodness they were so strong). We got one ham and cheese, one beef, and one chicken empanada, and while they were all good, the ham and cheese was the winner in my opinion! Lots of seating indoors, a big patio with blankets and space heaters, and multiple bathrooms. Thank you emily for great customer service! read more

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Pure project had nice vibe, the place was clean and the drinks were great. Bartender was attentive

A good local brewery with a pretty diverse selection of beers. And very friendly employees. Stopped in here a few times when we were in town. Tried several of their beers and were very pleased with our choices each time. Many of their brews have fresh, local fruit blends, and those were delicious (strawberry, especially). Their citrus blonde was excellent, also. Comfy seating inside and out on the patio. Couches, tables, overstuffed chairs. Very welcoming. Lots of space. Dog friendly on the patio, so bring along your pooch! A great spot to stop, gather with friends, have a beer, chit chat and relax. read more

I hosted a last minute work event on the patio at this location and from contacting the venue to book to closing out the tab - the process was easy. Pure Project provides flexible options depending on your desire for level of their involvement. We opted for a reserved space and an open bar tab. The patio space located off the side of the building was perfect for our group of 40, it was easy for people to flow in and out to the bar. Parking is abundant in this area which helped with our large group. Pure Project has a lot of drink options so there was something for everyone. From their core beers, to newer hard seltzers and ciders and wine options. While we catered our own food for the event, Pure project also has empanadas from empanadas kitchen that are delicious. Randyn and Ted were a 20 out of 10. They were friendly, super helpful and attentive to our needs from start to finish. Thank you so much to the guys and Pure Project for making our celebration one to remember! read more

Great beer! Beer, chicken and ham and cheese Empanadas were really good too! Great atmosphere and friendly folks! read more

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This is one of my favorite brewery moments of my California trip. We sat at the bar and the bartender was absolutely so amazing and welcoming. The space is pretty big with a long bar. We came late at night so it was empty besides us and another couple. This is my favorite brewery in San Diego. They have so many great beers! Beers I tried: Rain: Like a pilsner. Kernza Lager: Bite at the end from the motueka. The Serpent's Head: Mellow West Coast. Prismatic Charm: OMG this is heaven. Biting into a banana with a mix of dragon fruit. A little carbonation. My favorite beer of the night. Madeline w/ Black Currants: Tart and funky. Great black currant flavor. Diamond Dust: After taste is bitter. Up front is smooth and sweet. We Are the Mirage: Smooth and bitter. This is a brewery everyone needs to visit when in California! read more

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Incredible beers, bartenders are so nice, and the vibes are immaculate. I will be back whenever I'm in San Diego!

Staff is always friendly as well is the environment! The events shared here are great too! Highly recommend making the stop. Local. Middle of everything. read more

We absolutely loved stopping into Pure Project near Balboa Park. The people were extremely friendly and helpful here. The beers were all fabulous, one better than the one before it and so on. Loads of light hazy beers and enough dark sweet luscious beers to satisfy us all. Their merchandise is lovely, and the pride t-shirt I ordered is so soft - thank you! Their patio is a deeply relaxing dog-friendly seating area and we are grateful for that. I can't wait to visit San Diego next year and pop back in to this brewery. Oh, we found street parking and a little parking lot across the street was available as well (mid-week). read more

I can't recommend Pure Project enough! They have such great beers. Our favorites were probably the ET Phonio Home (witbier) & Roes Red Ale (actually a sour)! The service is friendly & precise -- our bartender actually had great recommendations based on our preferences. Not only that, but the inside & outside is so relaxing & gorgeous. We will definitely be back! read more

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This watering hole located near Balboa Park is trendy, has great beer, and is an overall great time. The bartenders were helpful, offering tastings and suggestions. The beer list had something for everyone... assuming you enjoy beer Some tips: Get one of the flights so that you can taste a few different beers. If you go with others and everyone gets flights with different beers you can virtually try them all. The patio is a lot of fun, and San Diego has some of the best weather. Take advantage of it! There are also some complimentary board games to choose from Cheers!! read more

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This is my favorite brewery, I love coming here! When I'm out with friends, pure project has to be the first place we go to. The beer is so good. They also have non alcoholic drink options if you don't drink beer. My go to drinks when I go is the pale ales or the hard kombuchas. But I love trying new beers that came out. My favorite time of the year is when it's strawberry season and they come out with drinks that is brewed with strawberries, it's so good! If you haven't gone, you should go and try it! The service and the employees that work there are incredibly nice and helpful. They definitely take great care of you and make sure you like your drinks. The ambiance is honestly my favorite which is another reason why I keep going and why it's my favorite. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They have board games in case you want to play with your friends. They have outdoor heaters and blankets in case you get cold and they have these really cute egg chairs that I love sitting in. I highly recommend this brewery! read more

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Walk on over after enjoying a day at Balboa Park. Not easy to park, but a short distance from plentiful parking on the west side of the park (except weekends). Try a sampler made up of your choice from a large array of Pure Project local beers. There may be a line, but it moves quickly and staff is friendly and helpful in discerning your tastes. Give it a try. Hang out and laugh with friends. Play a few games or meet new people. Have fun! read more

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Emily and Steven were the best! They are so friendly and super professional. They made are Sunday brewski visit even better.

A wonderful place with lots of creative collaborations using, wine, spirits and beer styles ready for cold take home or store in your beer collection. My favorite is Euphorik... and Pure is coming out with their own wine?! Super rad place for watching the game as we watched the Dodgers get to the playoffs and the bartender handed out free empanadas!! I love coming to for play games like Battleship, Exploding Kittens, Candyland and Operation to name a few as they have many. I love how cute this place is. Great for groups, a date and a good place to escape to. In the walking distance to Balboa Park. read more

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Great beer. Love the rain Czech. Would absolutely come back again. Nice location and great servers

Relaxed vibe, friendly service, and awesome beer. A solid spot to unwind and enjoy a pint.

Very classy location and probably the cleanest beer you'll find in San Diego.. Had a discussion with two of my beer, drinking buddies, and two of them came to the same conclusion that this was the better brewery read more

Great day for a pure- took a little stroll around Balboa Park- great little spot for the family and friends- friendly environment and here for the beer- had a flight to try a few beers- service with a smile and very helpful when helping me select beers- read more

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Hubby and I stopped here on our brewery tour of San Diego - we ended up splitting a flight of five beers - Lavender Daze, Milagro, We are the Mirage, Prismatic Charm and Madeline with black currants. While this was likely one of the most expensive flights we've ever bought (thought it'd be more economical to get a flight but nope they still charge a la beer), it was one of the most diverse and tasty. The prismatic dragon fruit and banana was a vibrant pink and so banana forward - wouldn't want a full pour of this but it was super unique! The murky IPA and oak aged saison were both super tasty. The taproom itself is on the corner and occupies the first floor of a residential building (I'm assuming), so it's not its own building. The interior has a nice aesthetic and they had some really fun swag - would've gotten a baseball cap if it were a little cheaper than $30. Overall one of the top breweries we visited during our long weekend trip. read more

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TED IS SO CHILL. Mega rad vibes on this perfectly sunny Thursday afternoon Came for the tasty beers. They actually do well with recommendations based on your flavor preferences. Much appreciaTED read more

Best Beer in SD. No doubt. Atmosphere is always relaxing and location is amazing right next to the park. Thalia and Sammi made our visit today 11/10. read more

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