Sunny Grove Brewing Company

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Wonderful family owned/operated brewery! The atmosphere feels clean and fresh - not trying too hard (like many other breweries out there), but still very comfortable and inviting. Service is always great and the owner Scott is awesome. They have food trucks/stands multiple times a week with amazing tacos and pizza. Lots of seating both inside and outdoors, family friendly, and of course the beer is delicious. A great addition to the neighborhood!

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First time visiting and we're so glad we did!

Large, long countertop bar offers upfront seating and there are quite a few table and chairs setups to accommodate both large and small groups indoors. Outdoor area was hosting a special event and was spacious as well.

Tessa made recommendations and took care of us while we were there. Between the two of us, we enjoyed a West Coast IPA (Vibe Check), DDHIPA (Double Trouble), Irish Red (Delaney's), Helles Bock (Bavarian Blitz), and Vienna Lager (Alpenglow). Each one was delicious and flavorful. Hard to pick a favorite!

TVs had the Padres game on for us to watch while we were there.

There are a wide variety of board games and puzzles to play plus some non-alcoholic beverages and snacks to choose from.

Kid and dog friendly. Spacious restrooms.

Overall nice environment to hang out with friends, unwind from the day, or go for a date.

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Rarely do you find yourself in Santee unless you’re driving through or you live nearby, but had this on my list so we stopped for a pint. Not far from the highway and located in the classic California scene…an industrial business park. Clean and open space, standard for modern breweries. Owner and brewer is a great guy who is passionate about his operation and beers. Plenty of lagers and European styles, which these days is awesome as it seems every new brewery focused on hoppy beers. Food trucks and some good tunes out on the patio are an added bonus. Just wish this place was closer to civilization. Worth the trek? Maybe. Worth a stop if you’re in the area? Absolutely.

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Friendly service, good beer, great music and a chill outdoor setting. A bit out of my usual area but worth swinging by for beers.

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Yummy beer, super cold and a great atmosphere. I’m from out of state and get here only once a year…. Glad we came by to give it a try, we will be back!!

Hopnonymous Brewing Company

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By far my favorite brewery in SD! Good people, great environment and the owner Remy is a solid guy. Always feel welcomed here. Beer selection is great and always a good time. Today I got the razzle dazzle sour and it was delicious! Definitely worth the visit.

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This place is what SD breweries are all about! Great beer, friendy crowd , Padres game always rolling and even a guy outside making pizzas.  🍕🍻

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Hopnonymous is the best and always the best time. Such a fun atmosphere and Remy (the owner) is a very special human that loves his customers dearly. The beer is great and there's always something new to try. The food truck options are abundant and constantly changing.

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I just love this little craft brewery. It has the feel of your comfy neighborhood bar, except it has fresh craft beer. The owner, Remy, is super friendly, and the other beertenders all follow his lead in that regard. I love that I can stop in and there are always good tunes playing. I love that they always seem to have something on tap with New Zealand hops or a tasty San Diego IPA.

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Awesome atmosphere, has a beer for every palette and great service. Does get busy and crowded so they are doing something right.

Pure Project North Park

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Tucked away between two buildings like a hidden gem, this brewery is seriously one of a kind. The vibe is super chill, with a cool, almost secret-alley feel that makes you feel like you're in on something special. You can really taste the difference in their beers—fresh ingredients make all the difference, and they clearly care about quality. It’s the kind of place you randomly stumble upon and then can’t stop telling your friends about. Highly recommend grabbing a flight and just soaking it all in. 🍻

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Pure Project never disappoints! We absolutely love the welcoming outdoor space—it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a flight. Their beer selection is incredible, offering something for every palate, from murky IPAs and bold Imperial stouts to refreshing hard seltzers and smoothie beers. We always opt for a five-taster flight, and it’s such a treat to discover new favorites with each visit.

Beyond the great beer, we truly appreciate their commitment to sustainability. Pure Project sets the gold standard for how a globally conscious business should operate. Plus, their dog-friendly atmosphere is a huge bonus! Our pup never wants to be left behind when we go out, and this is the perfect spot to bring her along.

Cheers to great beer, great values, and a place our little family—including the four-legged member—can enjoy!

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I was in town visiting and my friend suggested this spot. There are a lot of tables and chairs and enjoy the sunshine or sit inside on the soft couch.

We went to the counter and I couldn't make up my mind what I wanted to drink so we tasted a few beers and they offer 2 different wines. I was not a fan of the wines so I opted foe the beers. I had the Lotus Sunset and my friends ordered their drinks. Another friend ordered the flight.

Overall, a great spot to hangout at with my OG Yelp Elites of SD.

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Always love coming here ! Pure Project is by far hands down the best Brewery in the country ! Michael and Randy are awesome!!

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Pure Project has consistently excellent beer and a great atmosphere. It's really hard to beat as a go-to spot to grab a beer and relax. This location has tons of outdoor seating where you can enjoy the great San Diego weather. It can get a bit cold at night.  There is a covered patio and a decent amount of indoor seating, too. The space is large enough to accommodate all sizes of parties. It's a pet friendly establishment.

Parking can be a bit challenging to find, but that's true if everywhere in North Park. Almost all parking will be street parking somewhere near by.

The Church by The Lost Abbey

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Stopped by this beautiful Brewery/Bar after eating at the Doggos Gus next door. This bar is convenient located and you can order from Doggos from inside the bar with a tablet - how cool is that!

The atmosphere is very unconventional since it looks like the inside of the church but very cool - even has the church pews for seating.
There is a large communal table in the middle with booths on the sides. There’s a bar counter and a large selection of beers to choose from!

I had the Shoreveza Mexican Lager and the Every Everything West Coast IPA. Both great selections a easy drinks. Will definitely be back to try more!

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This is a must stop when in San Diego! Mondo (sorry if I misspelled it) was running the tap room and was super friendly and picked out a couple beers based on my preferences.  Chill atmosphere, great setting, and I will definitely be back when I’m in town!

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Very cool spot located not too far from the Padres stadium!
Visited on a Wednesday afternoon, parking on street and across the street were both open.
The bartender (I spaced his name) was knowledgeable about the beer and had a very chill presence. Beers were as described and served cold!
Sonoran dog and elote cup were fresh and delicious.
Would recommend if you're in the area and looking for a quick brew and bite.

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A unique concept - brewery in the former church! The service and atmosphere is great. There is also a place next door that serves decent food. It is dog friendly and a lot of people bring their pets. However, beer is average at best. I tried their stout and it tasted like a mix of moonshine and beer.

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An unusual place, but very compatible with the brewery for drinking. Exceptional ontap beer list.

Fall Brewing Company South Park Taproom

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Made this our first visit on a North Park brewery crawl and it was a great way to kick it off. Extremely friendly staff who helped us pick our beers as out of town guests. Nice little patio area to sit in the sun. Lots of locals were making their way in and out while we were there which is always a great sign!

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Love this new location! There's a bunch of comfy seating but no standing room. Decor is fun and, as always, beers are fantastic. We had the Golden Rhino IPA, The Vulture red IPA and the All Systems Go lager. They were all amazing!

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Excellent new craft beer bar in South Park from Fall Brewing. The space is more chill and comfy than Fall’s tasting room on 30th. There are a mix of high-tops and old-skool big vinyl booths. Service is friendly and knowledgeable. Dogs allowed, as long as they’re not overly disruptive or aggressive.

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I like their beers so I'm a bit biased. The location is very convenient as it's close to the Grape street dog park. This taproom is dog friendly. They have a patio off the sidewalk, which is nice if it's not too hot. Bring your sunscreen! :) Their staff is friendly and helpful deciding which beer you should try. My go-to is "Let's Go" IPA. I highly recommend this taproom!

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My favorite of all the Fall locations. Love the decor and the chill vibes.

Burning Beard Brewing Co.

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Not to compare the two, but if you were looking for sort of a local In N Out type burger but upgraded slightly then this is the spot! Burger is extremely delicious and will season has a good amount of char but is thin and thick enough at the same time! The fries are superb. Just crunchy yet soft! I have ate here about 3 times now and it doesn’t disappoint! They make their own pickles too!

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I have been told about this place for years and finally made it in. The site is an interesting one, for sure. Very nice outdoor seating and a cool back area around the food. Beers are on par, and the food options are pretty decent. The only downside is that the groups, while I was here, are very local, and even the staff will click out and can be distracted by hanging out with them. It's understandable but shouldn't have impacted other customers. Myself and a few other I watched, had the same issue.
Overal still a pretty good place to check out.

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Wow ... Great staff ... Hanna and Katie were ON IT!!! Never experienced and empty glass or lack of entertainment.  There is food on site and I personally had a Chili Dog with Serrano peppers, onions and garlic aioli. Yumminy

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Great beer, wide selection of beer and excellent food. Three Hazy IPAs on tap! The burgers were really amazing, we both had the bears burgers and they were great! Friendly service.

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I love this place! If you are in East County and looking for delicious craft beer and delicious hamburgers and fries this is your place. I am a IPA drinker, and they have a great selection. The smash burger was melt in my mouth delicious! They have a newish burger trailer inside the back of the tasting room, and the food is super tasty! The garlic fries were really addicting, I couldn’t stop eating them. There is also extra seating back there that would be good for a large group. I just love a nice, chill place to
drink good beer — with good people and good music!

Latchkey Brewing Company

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It’s been a while since I’ve felt as welcome at a brewery as I did last night at Latchkey. The beer is solid, but the service by Ben is just on another level. This might’ve just become my new weekly hangout.

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Really enjoyable brewery to stop and have a beer. It's off the beaten path, and they off a ton of different beer styles to choose from. It's an amazing place to visit in the sunny California weather. You can see the entire brewery and production facilities right when you walk in. It's a medium-sized tasting room with 2 bars to sit at and lots of tables with seating in the middle. Street parking and a parking lot on the side of the building.

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This place is awesome!  Beers were great, empanada was too, and Ben was an incredible host!! Super friendly and took care of us really well  🙌🏼 highly recommend!

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Awesome spot with a solid variety of beers. Cold IPA was awesome. So was the doppelbock!

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I've been coming to this spot since they opened a little over a year ago. A really outstanding brewery, which is saying something in so heavily a saturated market as San Diego. There's a lot of natural lighting and they keep the doors open which creates a nice natural breeze throughout the taproom. Their beers are really good! I like their It's My Jam, Bring Out the Gimp, and San Diego 1915. There's usually a lot of street parking available. Come by!

Karl Strauss Brewing Company

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Wowza! What an unexpected surprise to walk into the Japanese garden style atmosphere with a brewery anchored in this gorgeous spot. It’s a brewery so you can expect great beer but the other star is their food. Poke nachos delicious. Korean bowl with Salmon also delicious. Ditto for the Truck stop burger. Completely loved the Mahi blackened fish tacos! Service was excellent!

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We got fries, Salman Korean BBQ rice bowl and mixed vegetables salad. Not bad for the food. The garden and pond are pretty.

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Wow! What a hidden gem this location is. I loved the Zen Garden and the relaxing vibe here. Take a few photos if you can! As usual, the food was amazing. This time, I got the Birria Beef Dip, the homemade sauce made it extra delicious! 🙂

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Hadn’t been back in like 20 years. Shared a great bowl! I like going to the other KS locations better, especially when they brew on site so you can get something unique. This one is the prettiest though. Doing construction right now though.

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Karl Strauss Brewing Company at Seaport Village offers a vibrant waterfront experience with award-winning craft beers and mouthwatering tacos. Guests can savor hoppy IPAs, smooth lagers, and seasonal brews while enjoying flavorful, freshly made tacos. With scenic bay views and a laid-back vibe, it’s a must-visit for beer lovers and foodies in San Diego.

Villains Brewing Company

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Sorry to see half door go but this place is pretty good for just opening. The West Coast is really solid and the hazy had the color.  Had dinner another night and the brisket was actually pretty good.  They are running low on beer and getting their legs still but overall good

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Great food and great service. Cool spooky-library vibe with a vintage baseball touch. Great patio spaces and lots of seating/shade. You can hear the baseball game but not see it. The salad was fresh and crisp. The beers were great, but there isn’t a wide selection.

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I was in town for a dads' retreat and had the pleasure of visiting this spot. What an incredible experience from start to finish. The service was top notch: attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The food was absolutely fantastic. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere really stood out as well. It was warm, inviting, and perfect for both relaxing and socializing.

It’s clear that a lot of care goes into every aspect of this place, and it truly made our retreat feel special. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area, whether for a casual night out or a special occasion. I’ll definitely be back anytime I’m in town.

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First experience with the new “Villains Provisions and Libations” here in downtown San Diego.

Ordered the Japanese Jalapeno Thick Burger, a blonde beer, and a side of mashed potatoes.

Service was friendly and pleasant.

The thick burger was very good, one of the better burgers that I have had in the downtown area. Though it is a little bizarre that the jalapeno came on the side instead of in the burger itself. Would give it a 9/10.

The mashed potatoes were mashed potatoes, nothing spectacular.

Beer was cold and fresh.

A solid new addition to the ballpark area, would recommend, will return.

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I couldn’t be happier to see what they’ve done with this place. It’s a nice upgrade from what used to be here. The food is incredible, the drinks are well crafted, and the service is genuinely friendly and attentive. I can see this quickly becoming one of my favorite neighborhood spots in east village.

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