Posts By: Barry Berndes

Mission Trails Regional Park is the Largest of San Diego’s Parks and is Great for Hiking

Mission Trails Regional Park is the largest of the City of San Diego’s parks and is the third gem of the city’s park system. Mission Trails is larger than Mission Bay and Balboa parks combined. At 5,800 acres, it is the largest open space urban park west of the Mississippi. It includes two lakes, a… Read more »

Kogi BBQ: Best Korean Barbecue in San Diego

Kogi BBQ

Kogi Korean Barbecue Restaurant, 5447 Kearny Villa Rd., Kearny Mesa (858-505-0611). Open for lunch and dinner half orders ($8-$19); full orders ($16–$38); combinations: ($45–$65). From the outside of the restaurant, Kogi Korean Barbecue Restaurant looks like just another Asian restaurant crammed into Kearny Mesa, which is the most popular destination for the best tasting Asian… Read more »

Piatti is La Jolla’s Best Italian Restaurant

Piatti La Jolla

Piatti is nestled in the unique La Jolla Shores neighborhood with an inviting and comfortable atmosphere. Their light and airy interior décor features an exhibition kitchen and full service bar. Outside, they offer two tree-covered patios – perfect for a private event or al fresco dining. Piatti’s Executive Chef, Pepe Ccapatinta, has developed their menu… Read more »

Bright Valley Farms Horseback Riding

Bright Valley Farms

Bright Valley Farms has been in business for over 50 years and is located just minutes from Downtown San Diego. At Bright Valley Farms you’ll find over 52,000 acres of prime horseback riding trails with access to thousands of miles more for your horseback riding enjoyment. If you enjoy trail horseback riding then this is… Read more »

China Max is the Critics’ Choice for Sensational Dim Sum and Cantonese Cuisine in San Diego

China Max is the Critic’s Choice for the Best Chinese Cuisine in San Diego. Bar None! Delicious tasting Cantonese cuisine is the house specialty at China Max Restaurant (1), and it’s the best in town. In fact, China Max Restaurant has received rave reviews from the San Diego Union Tribune to go along with their… Read more »

Iron Fist Brewing Company is in Vista

Iron Fist Brewing Company is a family owned brewery located in Vista, California, smack-dab in the middle of the exciting San Diego craft beer scene. Our passion for the best hand crafted beer prompted us to make a lot of it. However, we quickly realized we were making a bit more than we could drink… Read more »

Home Brew Mart is the Local Source To Make Your Own Beer at Home

Home Brew Mart has been serving brewers world-wide for 20 years now. From simple starter kits, to advanced all grain brewing systems, they have everything you need to brew the beer you want. Their extensive inventory includes a wide variety of ingredients and equipment and kegging supplies. They also have a friendly and knowledgeable staff… Read more »

Hess Brewing is San Diego's First Nano-Brewery With Small Hand-Crafted Batches of Beer

Hess Brewing has the distinction of being San Diego’s first licensed nano-brewery. Nano, as in small, not Nanu, Mork’s signoff. We truly brew in small hand-crafted batches, 1.6 barrels at a time (that’s just 50 gallons each batch). Stop by their tasting room and taste it for yourselves. Great Beer. No Exceptions. No Excuses. Tasting… Read more »

Coronado Brewing Company is Coronado's Premier Microbrewery & Restaurant

Coronado Brewing Company produces handcrafted beers and delicious food in a casual family environment. Join them for a refreshing pint wanyhile they make you one of their signature pizzas or calzones in the wood fired oven, or choose from a wide selection of fresh seafood, steaks, pastas and dining specials. Coronado Brewing Company is perfect… Read more »

San Marcos Brewery & Grill Produces Handcrafted Ales On-site Fresh From the Tap

San Marcos Brewery & Grill is a full service restaurant specializing in ‘American Grill’ classics, from Steaks, Pasta, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches and Salads. They offer a traditional appetizer menu that includes; potato skins, Fried Calamari, Chicken Fingers and our world famous Hot Wings. They produce only the finest ‘handcrafted ales’ from their on-premise micro-brewery &… Read more »

San Diego Brewing Company Has Been Brewing Since 1896 as San Diego's Oldest Local Brewery

The original manufacturing facility known as San Diego Brewing Company opened in 1896 with much fanfare. A. E. Horton, the father of San Diego, referred to the Brewery as the most important industrial enterprise since he founded the town. It was the largest manufacturing enterprise in the county. The brew house held a 25 horse… Read more »

The Lost Abbey Offers Inspired Beer for Sinners & Saints Alike

The Lost Abbey and Port Brewing are both brands of Port Brewing Company. Like Chevrolet and Cadillac, or Taco Bell and KFC, both are produced by the same company, but targeted for different markets. Their American / West Coast-style beers (Wipeout, Old Viscosity, Shark Attack, etc.) are package in 22 ounce bottles and released under… Read more »

Port Brewing Company Offers Extraordinary Beers From Remarkable People

The Lost Abbey and Port Brewing are both brands of Port Brewing Company. Like Chevrolet and Cadillac, or Taco Bell and KFC, both are produced by the same company, but targeted for different markets. Their American / West Coast-style beers (Wipeout, Old Viscosity, Shark Attack, etc.) are package in 22 ounce bottles and released under… Read more »

San Diego Beer Company is a Locally Owned Restaurant & Brewery serving Good Craft Beers

San Diego Beer Company is at 10450 Friars Rd. (619-284-2739) near the historic Mission San Diego de Alcala Mission. They offer dine-in, curbside takeaway and delivery. Open Tuesday 3-8, Wed and Thursday 3 -9 m; Fri. & Sat noon 9 and closed Monday. iThis family friendly restaurant and brewery is locally owned and a San… Read more »

Back Street Brewery and Their Lampost Restaurant Serve Great Pizza and Local Craft Beer

This neighborhood brewpub bring together Lamppost Pizza’s award winning pizza with the freshest handcrafted ales and lagers. The brewmasters use traditional brewing methods along with the finest imported ingredients available. They brew our beers in small batches to ensure freshness and quality. Although their methods are more expensive, they believe this process creates the best… Read more »

Aztec Brewing Company is a Local Favorite

The original Aztec Brewery, 2330 La Mirada Dr. Vista (760-598-7720). Hours: Thurs. 3-10, Friday  3-10, Sat 1-10, Sun 6-9, Monday 5-9,  CLOSED Tuesday & Wednesday. This brewery  was established in Mexico during Prohibition. When Prohibition ended, the brewery was moved to San Diego. It became known as ABC – Aztec Brewing Company. In 1953 the… Read more »

The Firehouse Brewing Company is a San Diego Favorite

The Firehouse Brewing Company offers many hand made craft beers and is under new ownership in 2012, so look for many new exciting advancements. Firehouse American Pale Ale, “Best Beer” by San Diego City Beat 08′ A delightful example of the classic American Pale Ale style. It has a deep amber color and full bodied… Read more »

Alesmith Brewing Company is One of San Diego's Most Popular Award-Winning Craft Brewers

AleSmith Brewing Company is one of San Diego’s premier craft breweries. They are known for creating award-winning, hand-forged ales that are anything but ordinary. Forged in 1995, AleSmith is an artisan microbrewery that specializes in handcrafted ales in a variety of styles. Deeply rooted in the amateur and craft brewing communities, AleSmith ales have continued… Read more »

Airdale Brewing Company Embodies a Passion for Aviation and a Love of Great Craft Beer

Airdale Brewing Company is a quality-driven company, producing premium beer for world-class clientele. Operated by Tony Clarke and David Lusk, Airdale Brewing strives to bring quality beer to those who choose to work hard and play hard! Founded in 2008, Airdale Brewing Company embodies a passion for aviation, and a love of great beer. Behind… Read more »

Pizza Port is famous for its Craft Beer & Delicious Pizza served Family-Style on Indoor Picnic Tables

Pizza Port is home to Pizza and local crafted beers. This is where it all began nearly 25 years ago. Even though it’s the smallest of the Pizza Ports, Solana Beach is the one with the most history (and some would say “character”). The brew system is tiny compared to those of its Pizza Port… Read more »

Pacific Beach AleHouse is a Popular Destination in PB For Great Craft Beer and Delicious Cuisine

With their handcrafted beer, eclectic menu, friendly service, and a lodge-like ambiance, Pacific Beach AleHouse is anything but ordinary. Whether you’re looking for a great place to spend an afternoon, kick off your evening, or linger long into the night, Pacific Beach AleHouse is the perfect destination. They offer a wide variety of savory handcrafted… Read more »

Oggi’s Pizza & Brewing Company is Popular for Their Delicious Pizza & Beer

Oggi’s was created by two brothers, George and John Hadjis, who began serving up their own pizzeria experience in August of 1991. After more than 20 combined years working in the technology industry George and John opened their first restaurant in Del Mar, California. Throughout the years, the restaurant concept evolved from a pizzeria style… Read more »

Mother Earth Brew Company is a Popular Destination for Craft Beer & Home Brew Shop

Here on the West Coast, San Diego is considered by many to be THE hot spot for microbrews. It is here, that Mother Earth Brew Co. was born. Founded in 2008 by three passionate brewers, Mother Earth Brew Co. had one goal; to create distinguished, hand crafted beers that stimulate sensory conversation and a desire… Read more »

Lightning Brewery Offers Delicious & Naturally Carbonated Craft Beers

In addition to their unique styles, all of Lightning Breweries beers are naturally carbonated for a smooth, creamy drinkability. All of the unique flavors are naturally produced by grain, hops, yeast, water, and fermentation methods; we do not use any additives in our beer. TASTERS AND GROWLER FILLS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT THE… Read more »

Green Flash Brewing Company Features a Quaint Beer Garden & Tasting Room

Green Flash Brewing Company offers Great beer, Green Flash Beer is a rare thing—a coming together of perfect ingredients and perfect brewing conditions. At , they only use the best, all natural ingredients, and we brew our beers in small batches so that it tastes fresh and pure. Green Flash’s beers don’t fit traditional guidelines,… Read more »

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens is San Diego’s Premier Beer Garden Restaurant

Stop by Stone for a meal or a pint in their Bistro’s dynamic and expansive interior, or venture out to the beautiful open-air patio and one-acre organic beer garden. They specialize in locally grown, small-farm ingredients and feature an eclectic menu of world-inspired cuisine and a unique take on comfort food. As strong advocates for… Read more »

Carruth Cellars Winery On Cedros

Visit the Winery On Cedros for a unique opportunity to experience a fully operational winery in an urban setting, blocks from the beach. You will have the opportunity to taste hand-crafted, single-vineyard sourced, award winning wine, while enjoying our gallery exhibits featuring local artists. We proudly feature California North Coast Reds, along with Russian River… Read more »