Bay Bridge Brewing, Chula Vista
Off the beaten track but worth a visit. #craftbeer #chulavista
Craft Beer
The world of craft brewing has exploded over the last decade. For me, it all started back in 2011 with Bell’s Two Hearted Ale. That beer opened my eyes of what craft beer should taste like and what I was missing by simply buying cases of Miller Lite.
Now, the amount of options craft beer drinkers have available to them is mind boggling. With over 7,500 local breweries spread out across the United States, everyone has access to some of the best beer you’ll ever have.
Coronado Brewing Co., Imperial Beach
A very busy restaurant/pub across the street from Imperial Beach Pier.
Karl Strauss Brewing Co., 4S Ranch
The 4S Ranch location of Karl Strauss feels more like a restaurant than anything, but the bar regulars prove that this is a genuine #craftbeer venue.
Oggi’s Pizza and Brewery, Carmel Mountain Ranch
The last Oggi’s location that brews on-site. #sandiego #craftbeer
The State of Beer in San Diego, July 2017 edition
San Diego now has 143 operational craft breweries, plus 6 others. That’s a net increase of 12 in four months, including some closings. A monthly update on the state of #craftbeer in #sandiego.
Ten Top San Diego Breweries and Tasting Rooms
Ten Top San Diego Breweries, plus a few more because it is so hard to choose. #craftbeer #sandiego #sdbeer #topten
Abnormal Beer Co., Rancho Bernardo
Rancho Bernardo’s Cork and Craft is home to both Abnormal Beer Co. and Abnormal Wine Co. That is abnormal. #craftbeer
Little Miss Brewing, Normal Heights
The Little Miss Brewing tasting room in Normal Heights is pub-like and a good spot to grab a pint. Or two.
Protector Brewery, Miramar
Still in their soft opening phase, Protector Brewery already impresses. RECOMMENDED
2Kids Brewing Company, Miramar [CLOSED]
Good service and decent beer in an unpretentious small tasting room in the heart of Beeramar.
Karl Strauss Tasting Room and Beer Garden, “Pacific Beach”
You know there’s great beer; there’s also a great vibe. RECOMMENDED
Belching Beaver Tavern and Grill, Vista
Come for the craft beer, or the food. Good spot just off Vista’s Main Street.
Wavelength Brewing Co, Vista
Astronomy-themed Wavelength Brewing is a good location, but the beer needs work.
Mother Earth Brew Co. Tasting Room, Vista
Mother Earth makes great beer. Check out their tasting room on Main St in Vista. RECOMMENDED
The Confessional by Lost Abbey, Cardiff-by-the-Sea
If you are a beer lover, this pleasant tap room near the beach will make you happy.
Newtopia Cyder, Scripps Ranch
Newtopia Cyder won two of the three medals in the “Specialty Cider” class at the 2017 San Diego International Beer Competition. Impressive, especially for a cidery that has only been open a few months.
O’Sullivan Bros. Brewing Company, Scripps Ranch [CLOSED]
If you like dark beers, you will love this little place.
Helm’s Brewing, Kearny Mesa [CLOSED]
Their OB satellite tasting room is more polished, but the beer is still great at Helm’s Kearny Mesa brewing facility.