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Bars & Breweries

San Diego knows how to party. With its beaches and year-round perfect weather (actually it's freezing in January) and its cruise ships and its young military recruits and its Gaslamp District and its many colleges and massive tourism and its famous beer scene... San Diego is a fun place. Out side of the dive bars and breweries there is also a more sophisticated scene in the city - of wine gardens and cocktail bar speakeasies for when you want to feel a little more refined about your drinking.


BEST OF SAN DIEGO BARS AND BREWERIES


SOME OF OUR FAVORITE SAN DIEGO BREWERIES


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a l'ouest
March 22, 2026

À L'ouest

Modern French food and a cocktail bar in the heart of North Park

the ould sod
March 20, 2026

The Ould Sod

Come for the cozy front bar, stay for the pub games out back

south park san diego
February 9, 2026

A Neighborhood Guide to South Park

A low key neighborhood with an abundance of charm

north park sign
January 30, 2026

A Neighborhood Guide to North Park

One of San Diego's most vibrant and bustling neighborhoods

bock bar
January 29, 2026

The Best Bars In San Diego

The finest bars in the finest city - from wine to beer to cocktails to…

mt laguna
January 29, 2026

The Best Things To Do In San Diego This Winter

San Diego does have a winter, you just have to know where to look

The Best Things To Do In San Diego This Summer
January 28, 2026

The Best Things To Do In San Diego This Summer

Beaches, bars, walks, pools, and more - the best San Diego summer ideas

belmont park
January 26, 2026

The Best Things To Do in San Diego With Kids

The best things to do in this kid friendly city

TapRoom Beer Co
January 13, 2026

TapRoom Beer Co

One of the original taprooms in San Diego.

eppig brewing
December 27, 2025

Eppig Brewing Waterfront Biergarten

A spacious waterfront brewery with lovely views

south beach bar & grille
December 27, 2025

South Beach Bar & Grille

Oceanfront sunset views and fish tacos - about as San Diego as you can get

bock bar
December 25, 2025

The Best Craft Beer Bars In San Diego

Bars with beers you've never heard of but will want to try

bottlecraft
December 25, 2025

Bottlecraft

Rare, curated beer selection. The best bottle shop in town

One Day Itinerary: Date Idea For Adventurous Couples In San Diego
December 23, 2025

One Day Itinerary: Date Idea For Adventurous Couples In San Diego

Have an adventurous date in Mission Bay with SUP's, cocktails, and bonfires.

Cheap Date Night Ideas In San Diego: University Heights
December 23, 2025

Cheap Date Night Ideas In San Diego: University Heights

Just because you're cheap doesn't mean you're not romantic. Or maybe it does, but we…

One Day Itinerary: What To Do In San Diego After A Break Up
December 23, 2025

One Day Itinerary: What To Do In San Diego After A Break Up

He didn't deserve you anyway

liberty public market
December 23, 2025

What To Do In Liberty Station

Restaurants, mini golf, parks, movie theaters, breweries, art, and much more - all within walking…

stone brewing liberty station
December 11, 2025

Stone Brewing Liberty Station

Beer gardens beyond beer gardens

O'Brien's Pub in Clairemont
December 11, 2025

O'Brien's Pub in Clairemont

Secretly one of the best beer bars in San Diego

Live Wire North Park
December 9, 2025

Live Wire North Park

A dive-ish bar with good tunes and good beer

carruth wine cellars
September 30, 2025

The Best Wine Bars in San Diego

Sip and relax at these spots around San Diego

We Olive and Wine Bar La Jolla
September 30, 2025

We Olive and Wine Bar La Jolla

A secret sunset patio is the ultimate La Jolla hidden gem

M Winehouse in Little Italy
September 30, 2025

M Winehouse in Little Italy

Quaint wooden romantic and calm

carruth wine cellars
September 24, 2025

Carruth Wine Cellar - Liberty Station

An urban wine garden oasis

happy medium san diego
September 8, 2025

Happy Medium

Sunny drinks in a breezy place

Cat Cafes In San Diego
September 5, 2025

Cat Cafes In San Diego

If only they had animals roaming all establishments in the city

Whiskers And Wine
September 5, 2025

Whiskers And Wine

Sit on the rooftop catio and sip wine among the whiskers

aero club bar
August 19, 2025

Dyno Bar Arcade

Whiskey and Double Dragon with a splash of dinosaur.

aero club bar
August 18, 2025

Aero Club Bar

A proper gathering place for friends.

fall brewing
August 8, 2025

Fall Brewing Company

Punk rock beers.

forbidden cove
August 4, 2025

The Best Date Night Bars In San Diego

Keep the spark alive with date night.

station tavern
August 2, 2025

Station Tavern

The kid friendliest bar in South Park

Things To Do In San Diego When Your Child Is Home From School But You Are Hungover
August 2, 2025

Things To Do In San Diego When Your Child Is Home From School But You Are Hungover

It can all just be so hard sometimes

One Day Itinerary: How To Stay Cool On A Summer Day In North Park
August 2, 2025

One Day Itinerary: How To Stay Cool On A Summer Day In North Park

Real hot day sh*t

mothership
July 23, 2025

The Best Cocktail Bars In San Diego

From elegant lounges to tiki speakeasies to poolside vibes - the best cocktail bars in…

cocktails
July 23, 2025

Realm of the 52 Remedies

Cure what ails you with elixirs and rations at this Convoy speakeasy

cocktails
July 23, 2025

Swan Bar In North Park

Cocktails and loveseats and a delightful burger

cocktail
July 23, 2025

Polite Provisions

A cocktail bar that pays attention to the details

False Idol
July 23, 2025

False Idol

A dream-like bar serving heavy rum drinks

mujeres brew house
July 17, 2025

The Best Breweries In San Diego

The best breweries in a craft beer famous city

wonderland pub
July 7, 2025

Wonderland Ocean Pub In Ocean Beach

A great ocean-front bar to gather with friends over beers and watch the sunset.

forbidden cove
June 20, 2025

Forbidden Cove Speakeasy

A touch of the Pacific Islands, just off Clairemont Boulevard

harland brewery south park
June 16, 2025

Harland Brewery South Park

Coffee. Breakfast. (Great) Beer. Dinner.

One Day Itinerary: A Sunny Bike Ride To Coronado Island
June 10, 2025

One Day Itinerary: A Sunny Bike Ride To Coronado Island

Pedal your way around this upscale resort town

natural history museum
May 28, 2025

Nat At Night In Balboa Park

No parents, no rules

blind lady ale house
May 22, 2025

Blind Lady Ale House

A great neighborhood restaurant in a great neighborhood

garage 79
May 21, 2025

Garage 79

Drink cold crispy beers after a hot hike at Garage 79.

mujeres brew house
May 5, 2025

Mujeres Brew House

An all-female run brewery steeped in Mexican culture

Barrio Logan Art Crawl Guide
May 2, 2025

Barrio Logan Art Crawl Guide

Art, culture, and history in a deeply rooted San Diego neighborhood

The Lion's Share
April 30, 2025

The Lion's Share

Boar and bison and elk chops. Oh my

clos wine shop
April 19, 2025

Clos Wine Shop

Small batch wines for the connoisseur in all of us

puesto
April 18, 2025

Puesto Mexican Restaurant

Artisanal tacos with crispy melted cheese and a cold margarita to wash it down

bock bar
April 16, 2025

Bock South Park

Malty beers. Tasty brats. The new old neighborhood pub.

la nacional chula vista
April 11, 2025

La Nacional Chula Vista

Margaritas and live music in the heart of downtown Chula Vista

mothership
April 8, 2025

Mothership

Hit escape velocity at this galactic tiki bar

german beer and sausage
April 3, 2025

Vogue Tavern

A little bit of Bavaria in the heart of Chula Vista

The Best Dive Bars In San Diego
March 27, 2025

The Best Dive Bars In San Diego

Come for the cheap beer, stay for the poor customer service

pure project
March 22, 2025

Pure Project Balboa Park

A brewery with a purpose and a lovely patio too

ballast point
March 20, 2025

Ballast Point Brewing Little Italy

Take a sip of nostalgia at this fading giant of craft beer

pizza port solana beach
March 1, 2025

Pizza Port Solana Beach

The quintessential pizza joint is here

pure project
February 27, 2025

Pure Project North Park

A hidden beer garden off of busy El Cajon Boulevard

liberty public market
February 26, 2025

Liberty Public Market

A food hall extravaganza for all six senses

barley & sword brewing company
February 24, 2025

Barley And Sword Brewing Company

When you're ready to graduate from IPAs

north park beer co
February 18, 2025

North Park Beer Company

A refuge for the haze boy in all of us

lafayette hotel pool
February 17, 2025

The Pool At Lafayette Hotel

Pretend you are Gregory Peck with a poolside cocktail in hand

north park beer co
February 15, 2025

North Park Beer Company Bankers Hill

Arguably the best burger in all of San Diego. And the best beer. Arguably

thorn st brewery
February 12, 2025

One Day Itinerary: A Day Of Brewery Hopping In North Park

Some of the best breweries in San Diego all happen to be in North Park

normal heights
January 24, 2025

One Day Itinerary: 24 Hours In Normal Heights

Get to know Normal Heights, an eclectic neighborhood in the heart of San Diego

Weekend Itinerary: How To Celebrate Halloween In San Diego
October 10, 2024

Weekend Itinerary: How To Celebrate Halloween In San Diego

Halloween is quite possibly the best holiday

Date Night Itinerary: A Romantic Evening In La Jolla
September 12, 2024

Date Night Itinerary: A Romantic Evening In La Jolla

Find romance and love in the jewel of San Diego

Weekend Itinerary: When You Need To Find Cheap Things To Do in San Diego
July 4, 2024

Weekend Itinerary: When You Need To Find Cheap Things To Do in San Diego

Don't break the bank - cheap and fun things to do in San Diego

One Day Itinerary: A San Diego Summer Bar Crawl
June 13, 2024

One Day Itinerary: A San Diego Summer Bar Crawl

For those who want to wake up sunburnt, hungover, and happy.

One Day Itinerary: A Kid-Friendly At Mission Beach
May 17, 2024

One Day Itinerary: A Kid-Friendly At Mission Beach

An adult-friendly, kid-friendly day at the beach

liberty public market
May 16, 2024

One Day Itinerary: A Day At Liberty Station

A day and night at Liberty Station with some beers and the kids

barley & sword brewing company
May 1, 2024

One Day Itinerary: A Kid-Friendly Day In North Park

A pool day, a crisp beer, and the best neighborhood restaurant in town

One Day Itinerary: Kid Friendly Places To Get A Beer In San Diego
April 28, 2024

One Day Itinerary: Kid Friendly Places To Get A Beer In San Diego

Because dad needs his juice too