Beer is legit. They occasionally have a ghost pepper pilsner which is the best pilsner ever created. Their hazies are good. Their IPAs are great... For me, that's where it ends. The little things bug me. Specifically, EVERY SINGLE TIME I go in there... it's a chore to to get an order. Why? Because there's ONE beer tender and ONE register... Really? Aside from that, they can't ignore customers that attempt to engage in conversation so while you are waiting for your order, the neighborhood creep is hitting on the beer tender that YOU'RE waiting for to get your order fulfilled. Additionally, the sole beer tender ALSO answers the phone. So you have ONE beer tender taking orders, filling in house orders over to go orders, physically walking to tables AND taking phone orders while you are waiting for two to go items???? Insert face palm emoji here. Their website is never updated either so trying to create a to go order is undoable as apparently whoever manages the website doesn't get PAID to UPDATE the website. The one register thing has always bugged me. Under staffed. Under registered. To me, it's only worth visiting on occasion so my blood pressure doesn't skyrocket. LITERALLY, affecting sales.... Fix it owner! read more

First time we went on a Friday night. The food as always is very good. However, the guitar player was so loud we could not carry on a conversation. Many people, and the staff were complaining. We would have stayed for another beer but didn't (5 of us).It was just as loud outside. He was very good but it got annoying. read more

Nice little spot, dog friendly patio with plenty of umbrellas and misters. Their food is also good, but I wish they would be a bit more flexible with simple requests. Their menu is quite small without a lot of options and I asked of they could put a slice of cheese on the tomato sandwich. I was told absolutely not, no substitutions and no additions! Okaaay, kinda weird since they have cheese for their burger and seems easy enough to just stick it on the sandwich and charge me more for it. A little less rigidity would be appreciated. read more

Stopped on our way back from Tahoe because my husband really wanted to have Rampart on tap lol. We really enjoyed this place, super yummy burgers and the beers are crisp and flavorful. Very friendly staff, cheers! read more

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I have been to Solid Ground many times in the past month. The first time we went my wife ordered a "beermosa", and the server suggested she try it with Rosé instead of the usual wine they make it with. My wife liked it, so the next time she had it again. The time after that, I ordered the same drink and was told they were out of the beer they use for it, so the server suggested the Hefeweizen/Rosé combo instead. It was sort of funny because one server didn't like the combination, but another said it was good. The very next day we came back and had the same exact thing while watching a live band. A week later we came back and the server suggested that instead of Hefeweizen/Rosé, we try it with Darvazaa/Rosé. This was delicious and my wife had this again the last time went. Today we went to a not very crowded Solid Ground and I ordered the Darvazaa/Rosé beermosa again, and the server (one I have never seen before) said that he would not make it, and they can't make it, and they shouldn't have made it, and all the other servers that gave it to us - at least 4 different servers I have seen over and over again there - were totally wrong in serving it to us. He said the best he could do was Hefe/Pinot but he would never mix anything with something as strong at Rosé and they never will. The beer here is ok, and they don't really have any food for us to eat besides fries (we don't eat animal products), so our choices were already limited. Our choice has been made for us now. read more

Solid Ground Brewing - One of the many Rosé based "beermosas" we've had and a beer. - Breweries Near Me - Diamond Springs, California

Yes, this is an outstanding brewery and I should know, my son drags me into one everywhere we go from Denver to LA., AND they make excellent sparkling wine AND their food is outstanding brew pub fare. This place is popular and busy, AND well staffed so lines move fairly quickly. This is a hot local place! read more

We shared a flight of beers, Dave liked them all, I liked the first two. We also shared some Polenta Tots - crisp, cheesy polenta with a sriracha aioli dusted with parmesan cheese. - delicious! read more

Stopped in for lunch on Monday, Ordered the Solid Ground burger and the Buttermilk Fried chicken sando. Both were outstanding! I highly recommend them! Had 4 different brews on the lighter side of the scale and they were all very good. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

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This place was really good, I can't believe we waited so long to check it out. It is really clean and a lot bigger on the inside than it looks from the street. It was busy as hell on a Sunday afternoon (lube was out the door at one point) and kind of pricey, but they were able to accommodate our large group, food was food, and and we could bring kids, which was nice (we have a 1 year old who has to come with us anywhere we go). I am usually a dark beer drinker and wasn't a fan of the 2 that I tried (a stout and a black lager, I believe), but I am definitely willing to give them another try and maybe test out their lighter beers as well. They also have corn hole which would have been fun, but it was so packed when we were there that they didn't have room to set it up- definitely next time! read more

I love the food & drinks here! Little on the pricey side but worth it! I got a cider flight & the pineapple cider was definitely my favorite! Service was good and fast! Definitely coming back! read more

Solid Ground Brewing - Cider Flight - Breweries Near Me - Diamond Springs, California

This place has a nice atmosphere but that's where the pros stop. I've tried their sour, it wasn't a sour. A lot of the beers are stylistically off/incorrect for what they're marketed as. The wine was okay. Add on that the staff was incredibly rude to the point we were made uncomfortable and wanting to leave and it was just an all around bad experience. read more

Long wait in line...upcharged for everything I ordered - (nothing was the price listed on actual menu)...zero service. Later when I checked the transaction with my bank i saw my server had added a 20% tip for himself, even though I specifically told him I was leaving a cash tip. It's called a 'gratuity'. It's one thing to expect it, it's another to steal it. So as good as the burger and beer was, Solid Ground left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

Heard they had wine options. Not so. Two only If you like a loud stand in line atmosphere this is your place ! Young working men bar. Would not take babies children or pets! Decent hamburgers. Horrible French fry's. All so salty. Even the burger. Local hang out. I am sure their beer is good. But if you want dinner a better bang for you buck is the Mexican restaurant nearby. read more

Loved the layout of the building. Looks like a lot of thought went into the place. Staff friendly and attentive. Ordered a flight of 3 IPA and 2 lagers. Beer was light on flavor and not enough hop for my taste. They had a blues band that was great. The good was amazing! If the tacos and wings. Asian pork tacos with house made kimchi. Yum!! read more

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The food was ok. Typical bar food. Not many choices. The beer was okay too. Didn't wow us. And the sour I tried was not sour. :( the fries were good tho hah. It had indoor and outdoor seating. Allowed dogs. And had multiple stalled bathrooms. read more

Wonderful atmosphere great customer service quality beer for a good price highly recommend this place

This is a neat spot with a great beer selection! I love the energy in here and the live music that comes in now and then! I even got a growler of their DIPA to take home cause it was so good. read more

This place is solid! (Pun intended) building is designed great, beer is tasty and so if the food! We happened to be in town and heard about this place and stopped in. Got a flight and some sliders. Beer was nice and cold, sliders were delicious. Love that they have their own cold brew on tap also. Would love to go back and try it. Check it out! read more

Solid Ground Brewing - Flight time - Breweries Near Me - Diamond Springs, California

Awesome brew! Great food with a fresh menu! The only complaint I have is how dang loud the music 9/28 stopped by for a beer and bite but turned and walked out. The line for the bar way CRAZY long making for super crowded and no fun even tho the Octoberfest band was fun! Special events should have table servers!! read more

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Love this place the food was perfect the music was perfect the food was super yummy and the employees were really nice and friendly will be back read more

This is a unique concept brew pub in Central El Dorado County which is not a typical area for such an establishment. SG has an amazing level of class and sophistication. The space is large but since they get busy it could be bigger, and this place gets loud when packed. SG dons a beautiful wood ceiling, great brick and color enhancements, classy pub lighting and wood accents all around. The wrap around but rather small deck is dog friendly and offers several tables nicely away (about 100 feet) from the busier Pleasant Valley Road. It's not a most perfect building or location, but they have done exceptionally well with what they have. The beers are of exceptional quality. $6 for the standard beers, and $7.25 or more for the special ones. I tasted the two IPA's, the Kabru I, Kabru II, Oktoberfest, Avalonia Ale (a grapefruit like IPA), and the Gneiss. Beer comes out the perfect temperature with just the right head in a perfect german-style 0.5 litre Willi B glass. Excellent taste, the beer is never over-hopped. So make sure this is the style you can wrap your head around before judging. Special beers such as smoked hefeweizen, which came in a true hefeweizen (tulip shaped) glass make this place unique, The infusion of wine or ciders adds to the beer experience.This place is not a copy of anything. For example try the Devil's Tower - Petite Syrah infused beer. The kitchen is "pub oriented" with a modern flair, It's not the best execution in the kitchen. The beer here is 5 star, you could dock them 1 for the food, but I am not going to. Amazing, innovative, fun and friendly. read more

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One of our favorite local spots! Always have a huge selection of their own beers, and their food is always amazing. Not much can beat having a beer on their outdoor patio! read more

Really disappointed with my last visit to SG. Beer was tasty as per the usual. The change to the smaller patty on the hamburger left much to be desired- no lettuce or onion, bun was flat. I used to visit quite often when I had a burger craving, but sadly, no more. read more

My friend and I ordered the lemonade soda. Tasted like soap and foamed like soap. We had the bartender try it and she immediately told us to stop drinking it. Been crapping myself since. I would advise being careful of what you consume here. Its been a very unpleasant experience. 48 hours later both of us are still praying to the toilets gods. Definitely will not return. read more

Favorite brewery in the area. Great selection of awesome beers and a nice food menu. Their burger with the ghost pepper jack is incredible. Nice outdoor seating area as well. Worth the stop! read more

All the beers we tried were good. Pharoah's Island barleywine was fantastic. Solid red too. At the time we were there-afternoon on a Saturday, it was not busy and service was very quick and friendly. The food was surprising, fresh, creative and delicious. Fish and chips were crispy and tasty. Fried green tomato BLT on house made beer bread with side salad with brie and strawberries-we were loving it! Put that remoulade on everything! Sparkling rose was also delicious-wish they sold bottles of their wine! Can't wait to go again read more

Great beer. That's where the good things ended this most recent trip. Friday evening. Hour + wait for food. Girlfriend went to get snacks for the table while we waited. (We all had drinks, multiple, and had ordered entrees). Within 30 seconds of opening table snacks, manager came over to tell us no outside food was allowed. Even though they had over an hour wait for meals and we all had ordered + drinks. Not to mention 0 people were wearing masks, inside and out, including staff. Funny how they choose what rules to enforce. This is coming from a regular... not a good move and not a good look. read more

Solid Ground Brewing - Food for the table - Breweries Near Me - Diamond Springs, California

Great food every time. Oh and the beer is good too. Can get busy on weekends. I allways get the spicy chicken sandwich.

I came here after leaving Amador because I have the beer frontier passport and apparently have the time and money to waste on gas and beer. ANYWAY. I'm a nice person. I tried to be sweet when I asked for a stamp/food/beer but I barely got any words back. Even with a "thank you so much!" I don't think I heard anything back. Anyway. The chicken bites are good but without the passport I probably wouldn't have gone here. read more

We just moved to the area. We are right around the corner and have already been to Solid Ground soooo many times. Great atmosphere, great hard cider and beer and AMAZING fries chicken sandwich. It's absolutely to die for! So glad that we love so close and can head over whenever we get a craving! read more

The food here is fantastic! Incredibly fresh and high quality! Surpassed my expectations from a small brewery in a tiny town. We keep going back and have never been disappointed. It's worth the drive to El Dorado. read more

We're so excited to have a nice, classy & modern new brewery in Diamond Springs. These guys ran a series of soft openings, gathered customer feedback all to really connect with the customers they serve. The ambiance is clean and classy. State of brewing facility and rare, modern taps and awesome glassware. The friendly owners are an award winning, experienced winemaker & brewer. Timmy's velvet lounge serves good bites at good prices. Family friendly this is a destination stop you must visit while in town. read more

Amazing food, incredible beer and amazing people work here. We come here all the time and every single time I feel like it gets better and better! Super cool atmosphere! This is definitely our go to place! :) read more

Best beer in El Dorado county, great ciders and great food too! The Hefeweizen is one of my favorites they have delicious light beers and IPA beers. It's great to sit outside in the summer with the misters and it's a great atmosphere inside as well. read more

My wife and I stopped in to try their brews and food. They have a pretty large number of beers on tap, clearly catering to the current popular styles, but have enough breadth to the list to keep everyone happy. They have multiple IPA's, which my wife loves and I had both a nice porter and a hefeweizen. They were all true to style and tasty. The bar people were all knowledgeable about their offerings and happy to share it. Their food menu isn't huge - it's a small kitchen, but the food we had was excellent! The chicken wings were particularly tasty - tender, not overcooked at all (dry), and the sauces (particularly the ginger) complimented them perfectly. We'll definitely be back. I'm hoping they'll make a Dopplebock as I'm not a hop head. read more

Came here for a double date with some friends and was blown away. The space is really nice with options of indoor and outdoor seating. The lady who was working and taking care of us was super friendly and made our experience pleasant. We all loved our drinks from the different beers to the rose and the food was amazing. I got the tacos and tried a little bit of the others food and it was all delicious. Next time we are in the area we will definitely be stopping by! read more

Always flawless, always innovative, love this spot. Never visit the Sierra without stopping here. I order the Ghost Pepper Gose AND the Sparking Red Pinot Gris (I hold my drinking hand pinky up from the flute when I sip the second). read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. We come every couple months at least, if not more often. They are dog and kid friendly, the beer is reasonably priced and also good. They offer food, but it's on the pricey side for pub food ($10+) so we normally just have beers or a small snack. They have spacious seating indoors, as well as many tables out doors. We generally come and sit outside and let our toddler play with the rocks in their outdoor area while we have a beer. They also do some really interesting wine/beer blends. We've have two varieties (of course the names of which escape me), but both were very good. I appreciate that they offer a wide variety of beers as well -not just all IPAs as the trend seems to be these days. Service has always been good (although not overly friendly). They get pretty busy on weekend afternoons. I recommend! read more

Great variety of beers that are constantly changing. Great food, clean, and friendly staff. read more

Service is bad but food makes up for it. Delicious chicken sandwich. I suggest you go and drink beer don't just go for food because no matter what you are waiting an hour for some dumb reason. I'd go again. read more