Mikkeller Brewing, Miramar
Mikkeller SD is an important addition to San Diego’s craft beer scene.
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.
Little Miss Brewing, Miramar
There’s a remarkable view from the outside of Little Miss Brewing, and some darn good beers, too.
Mike Hess Brewing, Miramar
Mike Hess will soon be brewing again in Miramar. My 71st review! Halfway!
Lightning Brewery, Poway
In Poway, CA, not far from the beer epicenter in Miramar.
Kilowatt Brewing, Ocean Beach
OB’s 7th craft brewery/tap room has a great vibe, though the beer could still improve.
San Diego County will soon have *220* brew houses and tap rooms!
Craft beer slump? Not in San Diego County!
Resident Brewing Co., Downtown
Offering excellent beer, Resident Brewing is inside The Local, one of the best bars in San Diego. RECOMMENDED
Iron Fist Brewing Co., Barrio Logan
A big list of good beer in a modern tasting room with a great patio, next to Chicano Park.
Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, La Jolla
Rock Bottom is a rock-solid brewery. RECOMMENDED
Ballast Point, Miramar
The huge production facility has an awesome kitchen and tasting room, too. RECOMMENDED
Legacy Brewing Tap & Kitchen, Miramar
An unusual, diner-like room with a nice patio. The beers disappoint.
Societe Brewing Company, Kearny Mesa
Societe has a large, nice-looking tasting room and some good beers.
Oggi’s Pizza and Brewing Co., Mission Valley
One of SD’s original craft brewpubs, Oggi’s has lost their way.
Pariah Brewing Co., North Park
Pariah Brewing Co. makes high quality and unique variations on traditional beer. RECOMMENDED
Karl Strauss Brewing Company, Sorrento Valley
KARLifornia loves Karl Strauss beer!
Quantum Brewing, Kearny Mesa
Under new owner/brewership, Quantum is refining and adding recipes and establishing a new reputation in the old location.
Bolt Brewery, Little Italy
Little Italy’s hip scene includes this chill place where you can grab a bite, drink some good beer, and watch the world go by.
Half Door Brewing Co., East Village
Check out this “West Coast meets Irish” pub next time you are downtown.