10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Little Italy

"Waitress brought a bowl of water and a dog biscuit for my lab. Outside picnic table seating, fast service. Excellent BBQ brisket."

"When our friends at Humble Sea in Santa Cruz, California, recommended that we check out the beers from North Park, we didn’t hesitate. And the recommendation was spot on. North Park stands out from the San Diego pack by fashioning some of the most decadent, elegant stouts around."

"Bartender pouring a Death Before Dying beer at North Park in San Diego. Credit: Courtesy of North Park Beer. The first thing you should know about this company is that its tasting room is big, beautiful, and definitely a place where you’d want to spend an afternoon."

"The North Park tasting room is open for curbside pick-up delivery of cans, crowlers and growlers. Local same day delivery available Thursday - Saturday for orders placed by noon. along with shipping anywhere in California."

"When you come to this brewery, you’re not just getting a tasting room — you’re also getting an incredible beer garden that you’ll want to stay in all afternoon. Established in 1989, this beer brewing company exemplifies the Southern California lifestyle with its refreshing brews and laid-back atmosphere. It’s also credited as being one of the first breweries to kick off the craft beer scene in San Diego."

"Karl Strauss Brewing is one of the oldest San Diego breweries on the block!. Starting back in the mid 80’s, Karl Strauss has been leading the craft beer scene before it became popular. Their craft brews have received many gold medals, including the famous Red Trolley Ale (which has been award 11 gold and 5 silver medals)."

"Both Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens locations have massive outdoor spaces filled with towering shade trees, winding stone paths, still ponds filled with koi, babbling brooks, waterfalls, and plenty of gargoyles to go with your Scorpion Bowl IPA. How to order: Reservations for Escondido or Liberty Station can be made via OpenTable."

"Sitting outside in the gardens and letting the kids run around while drinking an ice cold craft brew is simply the best!. If you order at the bar, you can bring your food out to the gardens, so there is no waiting for a table!. View this post on Instagram"

"A short trip away from the San Diego Airport, Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens is an excellent spot for food and brews. Grab one of Stone's famous IPAs or stouts to go along ..."

"This is the San Diego Pale Ale .394 Photo credit: AleSmith Brewing Company. Known for winning many awards at the World Beer Cup competition, AleSmith Brewing makes some of the best San Diego craft beers. They usually make around 25,000 barrels of cold crisp beer each year."

"The Miramar tasting room is now open for limited service Thursday - Sundays. The Gift Shop is open daily for pickup of their packaged beer, crowlers, growlers and kegs. They offer free delivery of order over $75 available through San Diego County."

"James Coffee Co. is an independently owned and operated coffee shop with four locations in Little Italy, Downtown and Bankers Hill. James Coffee Co. inherently understands a good cup of coffee can be accented by experience and design which is why it in particular, it inhabits a supremely cool, industrial spot in Little Italy called the “Space” - which houses their coffee bar and roastery, as well as a curated collection of boutique shops under one roof. Photo:Kimberly Motos"

"A post shared by James Coffee Co. (@jamescoffeeco) on Jul 16, 2020 at 7:10am PDT. In addition to a few locations of their own, their artisan roasted coffee can also be found at six other area cafés. One location in particular, called the “Space,” is an industrial warehouse in Little Italy that accommodates their roastery, coffee shop and – wait for it – a collection of boutique shops!"

"After a few hours of walking through the streets of Little Italy, it is only natural to need a little caffeine boost. James Coffee Co is the perfect place to enjoy a lovely latte or an excellent espresso, as well as a small snack. Once you’re done, you will have the energy you need to keep shopping in Little Italy."

"Started by owner operator Justin Esselstrom in 2016, Genteel Coffee has grown from a six-foot mobile espresso bar to a full-service specialty coffee and tea shop. Their commitment to high-quality coffee draws people in from all walks of life but its the amazing atmosphere that keeps them there. Spacious, well-designed, and welcoming, this venue is the ultimate haven for creatives."

"Genteel Coffee aims to use the age-old ritual of coffee as a catalyst in sparking cultural conversation in a community setting. Started in 2016 by Justin Esselstrom, Genteel has grown from a six-foot mobile espresso bar to a full-service specialty coffee and tea shop. Esselstrom personally designed and outfitted the bar himself with help from his grandfather."

"This cute little place has been around for over 45 years and is a local favorite!. Known for their in-house roasted meats and house-made cookies, it’s a great spot to grab some lunch!. Their sandwiches are all made fresh to order, and they have a good assortment of salads and a homemade soup-of-the-day."

"Located in the heart of La Jolla Shores, this is a great place to grab a quick lunch or picnic provisions. The sandwiches are excellent, and...Read More"

"It is a high-end dance club whose theme and vibe keep changing periodically to ensure that people have a unique and amazing experience every time they visit. The interior features a beautiful chandelier and an adult-size treehouse which even has its own bar!. They offer a VIP experience and also host private parties and craft beer festivals."

"#elevatingnightlifegroup #fluxxsd #nightlife #sandiegoevents #eventphotography #nightclubs #clubdress #nightclubshows #concertvenue. A post shared by FLUXX Nightclub (@fluxxsd) on Feb 8, 2020 at 5:59pm PST. FLUXX Nightclub houses talented DJ’s and the popular artists of this generation."

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