I came here on a Thursday around 7 pm to meet friends for trivia, and the place was packed. It was a great turnout. Fun energy. Trivia usually starts at 6 pm, but they pushed it back because of the Padres game. The service was excellent from start to finish. I ordered a cocktail off their menu then asked for a cucumber martini, and they had no problem making it. It turned out great. We shared the pizza, wings, and fries, and everything tasted great. The service was awesome all night despite how busy they were. Overall, such a fun night. Great energy, good food, and delicious drinks. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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Hidden gem happy hour before a Padres game. I didn't eat any of the food really. Nothing gluten free. Not even the fries. But the table side G & T was fun and so were the other cocktails. My bar mates liked the nibbles well enough. The service was excellent. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Came here a couple of times and mainly for cocktails. Street parking can be tough in the area so just be aware. I came here one time during Comic Con and it was super crowded here but the second time I came was on a Friday night and was surprisingly empty, but it could be cause we came when they were an hour away from closing. The drinks are pretty good overall if you want some cocktail and want somewhere to enjoy your time and socialize with friends. It can sometimes get a bit loud or it can be pretty chill depending on the day and time. They also sell food here but I never tried their food so can't tell if it's good or not but I do like the drinks so far. Feel free to try out this place if you want some good cocktails! read more

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A welcoming bar by Petco Park with excellent cocktails and delicious bites! I love coming by Storyhouse for a cocktail and a snack, these parmesan garlic fries were some of the freshest most delicious fries I've ever had, and you can't go wrong with any of their cocktails. The staff is all so welcoming and love to chat about sports or spirits, definitely worth a stop before a Padres game read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Dirty Martini and Parmesan Garlic Fries - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

We came here before a Sunday Padres game for a drink and bite before heading into the game. Lucky for us they have all day HH on Sundays. We got the Curly Fries first which were well seasoned and nice and crispy. The we ordered the Carnitas and Blackened Fish Tacos with the intent of sharing them so that we could each try them both. The fish tacos were outstanding...well seasoned blackened freshly grilled fish. The Carnitas were good too but a little bit on the salty side. As if that weren't enough we decided to get the 5 Cheese Pizza once I got a second old fashioned. The pizza was delicious....nice thin bubbly crust and a TON of yummy cheese. That pizza was A+! Our bartender was also very friendly and attentive as well....which is always a nice bonus when everything else is a positive. I will definitely be back again to try the other menu items. Great spot to hit before a Padres game as it's also right next to the trolley stop and gates. read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Blackened Fish Tacos (back) and Carnitas Tacos (front) - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've been coming here for the last 6months and this places has delicious meals and appetizers and happy hour specials beginning at 4-6 from Tuesday to Friday! Shout out to Erica and Dylan for the hospitality and incredible service! Such yummy drinks and the vibe and atmosphere of this place is so laid back! You can see the huge distillers behind the glass! The music is chill here too! What I recommend is getting a Michelada, A black manhattan (a real gentleman's cocktail) or the House fries! read more

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This place has tons of reviews, and I didn't eat any food except delicious waffle fries. I came here after the Padres got swept by the Rays and with many other disappointed Padres fans. I've never been here before, so it was a treat to run into this place. A friend brought me here because I didn't even know this bar existed. I loved all the open windows, which helped lighten up the "steampunk" decor. The bar was cool, too; I liked the display of the liquor bottles against the window; the mirror looked like another window due to the mirror being so clean and well-lit. I am not a big cocktail drinker, but I occasionally enjoy a Dirty Kettle Martini. I sampled their vodka, and it wasn't bad at all; it's better than the good stuff most bars have on deck. They had Fallbrook Chardonnay, my favorite house wine, so I was pretty happy. I hear they have trivia nights, so I may have to come downtown one week to play. I heard they have vegan mac and cheese; I am also dying to try that out. It is a hip place with nice servers and bartenders. The very open patio lets in lots of light, making it a great place to watch games and chill. read more

I was lucky to enjoy some amazing cocktails with some friends at Storyhouse Spirits located in East Village. The first cocktail was their Martini and it did not disappoint. The gin that they used for this martini was so smooth and had caramel feel to it. The second drink I had was the Poblano Escobar and it was delicious. This is a perfect tequila cocktail on a summer evening, very refreshing. The atmosphere is was great due to it not being on a Padres home game and is dog friendly. The waitress was attentive and made sure we were taken care of. read more

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Really enjoyed this espresso martini. Definitely one of the better ones I've had recently. Food was pretty good but definitely preferred the drinks here. Cute little spot and seems very dog friendly. Close to Petco and other fun downtown spots. read more

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My friends and I had a great experience here. We stopped by for a quick drink before we headed to a reservation. We got the poblano escobar, and it was really freaking good! I was pleasantly surprised with how it tasted, really easy to drink. The bartender was really nice and got our drinks out fairly quickly. read more

We popped in for a drink after dinner. What a cool space. Bartender was super friendly and our wine was lovely. The guest next to us was eating a pizza that looked amazing. I am looking forward to coming back soon. read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Wine - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

Food and craft cocktails are delicious!! We ordered the Japanese curried cauliflower and Moroccan chicken sausage and pepper flatbread. Both dishes had unique flavor profiles and cooked perfectly. The crust on the flatbread was light and crispy. We also enjoyed their crafted cocktails! read more

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Cool nice spot and keep up the good work. Will be returning. Try the hot honey on your pizza.

I will be honest, I had my doubts about this place until I was served by the bartender amy. It is easy to doubt should establishment that is just packed and busy, but Amy really made me feel welcome and comfortable. Honestly, there are a lot of things to dislike about this place. And normally I would really rail against all that was wrong about this establishment. But Amy honestly made it all worth it. read more

Came in to get a quick beer and found out they had nothing on tap, which is fine because the canned beer we got was delicious. We ordered waffle fries with a side of ketchup and ranch, the waitress brought us curly fries. I mentioned that we were given the wrong fries and she replies with "oh yeah sorry I forgot to tell you we don't have waffle fries" so you just bring us curly fries and don't say anything? The curly fries tasted exactly like jack in the box. So if that's your thing these are for you. She forgot the ranch, when we reminded her about it, what she brought us tasted like French onion dip. I was going to mention we wanted ranch, but I'm sure she forgot to tell us they were out of Ranch. read more

Storyhouse Spirits is an absolute gem in East Village--award-winning craft spirits, killer cocktails, and such a welcoming vibe right in the heart of downtown San Diego. But the real MVPs are bartenders Dave and Amy! Dave's got this infectious energy and quick wit that keeps the bar buzzing with laughs, while Amy brings the perfect mix of charm, humor, and spot-on drink recommendations. Together, they create the best vibes--friendly, fun, and genuinely making every visit feel like hanging with friends. They turn a great spot into an unforgettable one. If you're in SD, go for the spirits... stay for Dave & Amy's magic! Highly recommend--5/5! read more

Took the team here for food and drinks after the conference. Great service and reasonable prices. Love the indoor outdoor flow of the building. read more

Storyhouse is our spot for Friday happy. I would say we come to storyhouse probably 3-6 times a month. Sometimes just for drinks, or happy hour and a snack, and sometimes for dinner. The parmesan garlic fries are delicious and just right for a snack while having a beverage. Their wagyu sliders are also delicious and we are a big fan of their pizzas. They have a full bar and as I went into detail on in my first review for them a number of years ago, they distill their own liquor: Vodka, Gin, Bourbon and Rye. We typically have their classic Old Fashioneds, but their Storyhouse Margarita and Rookie Season are also quite tasty. Most of the time everyone is very friendly and attentive. We enjoy the casual fun vibe. I love their indoor/outdoor feel when the big "garage" windows are up and that they are dog friendly. While our pup hasn't made the wall of dogs yet, they do have a Woof menu and he loves the patty. Very happy with this establishment being in our neighborhood. read more

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Upfront metered street parking available at 5 PM on a Tuesday. Wanted to support a local business by buying a bottle of booze. Happy hour selections were fine on the food front but less so for cocktails. Libations were unimaginative and small. Old Fashioned only filled half of an already small glass. Fortunately the flight of spirits saved the day. $17 was forgiven when buying a bottle. Cheesy bread was excellent. Brain sized portion served with marinara sauce. read more

Food on point. Pizza full of zest, salad was fresh and crisp, drink pour reasonable and wings so tangy with good meat. Good vibe and great location. Staff on point. read more

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Checked this spot out for a quick bite and a beer! They have a few tvs to sit at the bar and watch sports which is great. Love how it's indoor/outdoor vibe read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Cubano - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

This was my second time back and instead of going with the beer, we grabbed some happy hour appetizers and some cocktails. This made for an amazing happy hour. The drinks were amazing. My gf loved the yacht music and I enjoyed the bite in my mule. The sliders and tacos were amazing, but the fries were even better. So good we got a second order. This will definitely be in the happy hour rotation. read more

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SETTING Storyhouse Spirits is a modern, open-concept restaurant/distillery/cocktail bar serving new American fare, and uniquely crafted cocktails, spirits, wine, canned drinks. This is a gem in the east village neighborhood of downtown San Diego. I appreciate the custom decor and comfy interior. SERVICE 5/5 Staff were attentive, friendly, and helpful with recommendations. DRINKS 5/5 Bullet with Butterfly Wings: Delicious and pleasantly strong, floral, fruity, sweet, and spicy. 4/5 Footsteps Falco: Strong, smoky, and sour. Personally not my thing but I can appreciate the depth of quality. FOOD 4.5/5 Tuna Taro Taco (trio): Unique crunchy taro shell filled with soy marinated ahi, a nutty edamame purée, and spicy pickled cucumber. I only wish I had more. These are on the smaller side. 4.5/5 Pesto + Ricotta Pizza with added chicken: Tart oven roasted tomatoes, bright lemon zest, nutty pine nuts, and dashes of melted mozzarella and pesto make this quite a pizza combination. I personally prefer a thicker layer of toppings, and may opt for a thicker crust next time. PARKING Street parking is limited. I parked four blocks away in a paid lot - $12 for four hours. P.S. I'd definitely come back for the drinks and to experience the happy hour (I believe 3-6pm daily). read more

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Great drinks, but the vibes turned fast. there are better spots in SD imo. i'm not usually one to review, but when it's warranted, it's warranted.... here's what happened, I asked for the tab after finishing our drinks. it was taking a while so i went and asked someone if i could quickly square up since we had a bday dinner reservation, and were already running late. I tipped 28% on the presented bill and closed out. They told me they were giving the birthday girl "on the house" shots and followed me back to the table. Cool, right? Nope. The GM kept whispering to our server, in front of us...while she was still talking to our group (it was awkward and we all noticed). the GM then came over to me saying I still owed... $1.03 from the tab i had previously closed? Weird, but I paid it and tipped again on the dollar amount. Then he tells me, "You don't tip. You keep hitting no tip." I was genuinely confused as I had tipped twice already (and i have the charges on my card to prove it). When I asked for clarity, he started walking away and got passive-aggressive, clearly not wanting to talk about it anymore. The theme of the conversation was "you need to pay back the discount on the original bill by tipping us the difference" (i was not aware we had a discount on the initial bill since i was in a hurry and just tapped my phone to pay the bill quickly. I was not provided a receipt upon initial payment). i apologized for the potential miscommunication on my end and they were still very weird about it. In the end, I tipped around $72 for one round of drinks and one round of shots. It felt rude, aggressive, and honestly like I was being taken advantage of. Loved the cocktails. but I did not love the way it ended, the icky vibe we had walking out of there and greed veiled in generosity. in all my years of wining and dining in san diego- this has literally never happened. Not worth it. read more

The venue exudes a relaxed and inviting ambiance. The service was exceptional, with a friendly server welcoming us upon arrival and allowing us to choose any available table. During happy hour, the drinks were delightful--I started with an old fashioned and later enjoyed another happy hour cocktail. The food, particularly the nachos, was delicious. Reasonable prices make this place a definite return destination, especially since it's conveniently close to my workplace read more

This place is amazing the food is so good! The Caesar salad wrap is so good and the Japanese chicken is the bomb! The staff is amazing and love the ambiance read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Footsteps falco - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

Storyhouse Spirits is a solid spot for good cocktails when you're downtown. Even better is that they have an excellent happy hour with drinks and vegan options, and they produce their own spirits! Having been there twice now, I can say with confidence that the service is great, even when they're busy. Both servers we've had have been super cool and checked in with us before happy hour ended to see if we wanted another drink. The upstairs seating area (indoors only) is lovely and has a classier, relaxed vibe with a great view of the Central Library across the street. Downstairs has a lively, slightly sports bar feel along with patio seating. Current HH cocktail offerings are a bourbon old fashioned, a gin gimlet, and a vodka mule. I've tried them all and prefer the old fashioned as it's well balanced and smooth, without any harsh alcohol burn despite being a boozy drink. The gimlet was tasty but a tad heavy on the lime for me, and the mule had some harsh notes to it that I couldn't quite get past to properly enjoy the drink (but my husband enjoyed it). As for vegan food, they have a vegan slider and fries on the HH menu. Both were delicious! The burger was a Beyond meat patty topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions on a pretzel bun slathered with chipotle vegenaise. It was a finger licking umami bomb! The fries were hot, crispy, and nicely salted. FYI, these are the only vegan offerings on the regular menu at this time. It would great if they added a few more options in the future. Something to note is that the restaurant adds a 3% surcharge to your bill (called "EE surcharge", supposedly to cover rising cost of labor, operational expenses, etc.), but I didn't see this mentioned anywhere on their menu. While it's not a lot, I prefer full disclosure and don't like when these charges suddenly appear when I'm about to pay. Overall a good experience and I look forward to a return visit. read more

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First timer and it was very amazing experience. Elisa was amazing and very attentive. Never left without a drink and she even clarified how the drink is made. The food and drinks come out super fast and fresh. Even when there's other tables, Elisa makes it a point to ensure we have what we need. Drinks were phenomenal. They are very nice and even promote being inclusive, which is fantastic. Great location and great food. The churros are solid and warm, I will happily return. This was a great experience, especially for a downtown located area. Music is also on point. You cannot go wrong with an experience here. read more

Cute little airy bar near Petco and east village, I enjoyed the high bar stool chairs and watching the downtown nightlife. Our server was amazing and she was so friendly and informative!! FOOD: Pesto pizza with chicken - kinda dry and the chicken was like tiny little diced pieces Ahi Tuna tacos - creative take on mini tacos with taro chips as a shell, very salty but tasty if you like poke bowls definitely try it! Drinks: drinks were tasty and strong. And lots of other non cocktail options like cider which I love. read more

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The bartender took a long time to greet us and busy talking with other employees. We almost walked out and decided to stay. The pizza was good and enjoyed the atmosphere. read more

Hot Damn is easily one of the best pizzas in all of downtown. Staff are attentive and friendly (special shoutout to Alysa). Good music, TVs for when the game is on, open air seating in a good part of DT to sit outside, and stiff drinks made with handmade spirits, what more can you ask for. read more

A cute little bar that flew under the radar for me given my lack of hanging in East Village. They specialize in Gin cocktails and even have a few spirits of their own (several of which are Gin). The place is a bit cozy but intimate and with the # of TVs they have i can also double as a place to catch some games too! Our group only had the fries but they were great! Will have to come back to try other foods but if I'm being honest, we might just end up mainly just drinking again :D Good spot to start the downtown trek and perhaps a date! read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Yacht Music, Ha Seong Gin, Footsteps Falco (Right counter clockwise) - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Storyhouse after a Padres game. Happy Hour runs til 6pm each day. We enjoyed the chill vibes. It's open seating with servers coming to your table. They were attentive and friendly. The interior is spacious. Modern decor. The garage door, half indoor/outdoor aesthetic is perfect for San Diego. Clean as well. Our drinks hit the spot. Well crafted with great flavor combinations. The food was super enjoyable too: fries, wagyu Sliders, and pizza. All hit the spot. Wonderful pairing with our drinks. Awesome music and a fun, chill place to hang out and/or watch a game. read more

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The boyfriend and I, came here for a corporate event. We arrived on-time and they already had appetizers going around. The first round of hors d'oeuvres consisted of toasted ravioli (cheese only inside) with a spicy marinara sauce. Those were very good, but did have a kick to them. They served flatbreads; margarita style pizza and chicken pizza. The margarita pizza was really good! I enjoyed the Brussel sprouts very much. They were super sweet, in what tasted like a balsamic vinaigrette maybe? In any case, very tasty and I don't even like Brussel sprouts. Other hors d'oeuvres that were brought out; pieces of salmon and steak. And they served these flakey biscuits that had spinach and cheese inside them. Those were soooooo yummy. The desserts were cheesecake, chocolate cake and a raspberry, pistachio tart. The food and appetizers were great. This venue has an upstairs area for drinks and food and a downstairs with the bar area. If you sit downstairs there are homeless people that will walk by on the sidewalk. So be careful of them. The upstairs was nice and cozy. The bathrooms had cute walls and were clean lol Our service though. We had amazing service! I don't know the name of the waitress that checked in on us constantly, but she was so good. She was friendly, personable and made sure we were taken care of the whole night. Side note- she also had some gorgeous red lipstick on lol read more

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We found this little gem by accident, after stopping at the Church by Lost Abbey. They had a good happy hour and it was even valid on the weekend. 8 dollar drinks and food specials? Yes please! The friendly staff was great and gave us some good choices for both food and drink. We shared an order of delicious soft tacos and two drinks. We got an old fashioned and a gimlet. Both were amazing and made with house spirits. It has a great indoor/outdoor space in East Village. If you want good food, drinks and staff, this is the place! read more

Such a great Vibe and really good drinks. Stumbled upon Storyhouse one day while walking to the Padre Game. I told my wife we gotta stop by here either before or after to snag drinks. It doesn't matter your vibe, whether you just finished watching the Padres play or you're wanting to just grab a drink you have to come here. My wife got a cider and I wanted to try their Espresso Martini. It is one of the better Espresso Martini's in San Diego. There is a ton of seating and as I stated before the Vibes and Mood from everyone in there is great. read more

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Came here to pre game Mon. Before Dodgers/Pads game. Place is about a block and a half east of the parade so a little off beaten path but cool outdoor seating. Nice bar, good tvs and of course great food and drinks. They must have a legit Chef because the food was fantastic. We had the Garlic Parm waffle fries. The Japanese chicken bites, the Cuban, fried chicken sandwich. Everything was really tasty, good portion was served fast, hot and fresh. The distillery has really good cocktails with a really awesome happy hour. This place needs the support from community as it may not be too busy on non game days. Erica was our servers and she was on her game and was really nice and friendly to talk to. Will make thus a stop in the rotation. BTW, observing the staff, they were all on there game. This is a well run bar/restaurant with great employees. read more

Came across this restaurant when we were in town for Comic-Con. Nice ambience when we walked in. Food, drinks, and service were good. The price of the tacos were high for the tiny three tacos that you get. The venue has indoor and outdoor dining. We enjoyed our time and can't wait to try the other items on the menu next time we're in the area. read more

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Great atmosphere to watch games. Watched a game here before going to an actual padres game beforehand and got drinks. The vibe was great. Very spacious. Wheelchair accessible. Service was wonderful too. No complains. Great spot to pregame before a Petco park event, it's only 2 blocks away. read more

What we ordered | Lobster Mac N Cheese | Punch Bowl Taste | Lobser Mac N Cheese was pretty good and I like the big portions of lobster. the punch bowl was huge and we shared it with 4 people. Service | servers were chill and gave recommendations Notes | they allow dogs and they also give water bowls for dogs read more

Storyhouse Spirits - Lobster Mac N Cheese - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California

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