Posts Categorized: Beer & Wine

Top 10 Best Burger Joints in San Diego

Top 10 Best BurgerJoints in San Diego are not that easy to find even if you are a local. In fact, it’s easier to find the Cabrillo Monument and Sea World, than to find a Best Burger joint!. In reality, it has meant eating in 100’s of Burger restaurants just to find these. This often… Read more »

Sightsee San Diego

Sightsee San Diego by Air, Land, & Sea is the Ultimate Tour Sightsee San Diego by Air, land, & Sea, is the untimate San Diego city tour especially because San Diego is a coastal city, wrapped around a beautiful natural harbor. Then up and down the coastline for 20 miles in both north and south… Read more »

Dan Diegos Euro Cafe & Pub is a local favorite

Dan Diegos Euro Cafe and Pub, 2415 Morena Blvd., Bay Park (619-276-2100). Open Mon., Wed. and Thurs. 11:3- a.m.–10 p.m. (kitchen closed at 9 p.m.); Friday 11:30 a.m. till  11 p.m. (kitchen loses at 10 p.m.); Sat. 10:30 a.m.–11 p.m. (kitchen closes at 10 p.m.); Sunday 10:30 a.m.– 9 p.m. (kitchen closes at 9 p.m.)… Read more »

Temecula’s Ponte Winery Offers a Superb Overnight Escape

Ponte Winery

Ponte Family Estate Winery & Ponte Vineyard Inn 35053 Rancho California Rd., Temecula (951-694-8855) [Pontewinery.com] Open daily 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. Wine tastings week days $15 Weekends $20 for six wines and a souvenir glass The impressive Ponte Family Estate Winery with its award winning outdoor vineyard view restaurant and top 10 ranked Ponte Vineyard… Read more »

Orfila Winery Offers a Beautiful Setting and Great Wines in the Julian & Escondido Tasting Rooms

Escondido Location 13455 San Pasqual Rd. | Escondido, CA 92025 Call: 760.738.6500 x 22, Toll Free: 1.800.868.WINE (9463) Southern California’s Award Winning Winery with Wine Bar in Julian Orfila Vineyards & Winery (3) at 13455 San Pasqual Rd., Escondido (760-738-6500) is undoubtedly the best winery in San Diego County. It’s also the oldest active winery… Read more »

Outback Steakhouse

San Diego BEST Curbside Takeaways & Delivery Restaurants

Outback Steakhouse Open Mon. –Thurs., 4 p.m.–10 p.m.; Fri., 4 p.m.–11 p.m. | Sat., 3:30 p.m.–11 p.m. | Sun., 3 p.m.–10 p.m. Outback Steakhouses offer excellent service and down-to-earth prices with a very appealing Australian outback atmosphere. This unbeatable combination has gotten them rated as America’s Best Steak House by Zagat. It’s also a real… Read more »

Green Dragon Tavern & Museum in Carlsbad

Green Dragon Tavern

Enjoy a Revolutionary Dining Experience Green Dragon Tavern & Museum, 6115 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad (760-918-2421). Open daily for lunch 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. ($8.95–$21.95). Happy Hour Daily 3 p.m.–6 p.m. During the week dinner is served from 4 p.m.–9 p.m. and till 10 p.m. on the weekends. ($11.95–$47.95). Sunday Brunch is served 10:30 a.m.– 2:30… Read more »

Temecula Valley Wineries Walking & Driving Tours

Falkner Winery Pinnacle Restaurant

Temecula Valley Wineries Walking & Driving Tours Temecula Valley Wineries are less than an hour away from downtown San Diego via I-15 and if you live in Escondido, it’s less than 20 minutes away. So no matter where you live, a visit to Temecula’s wine country region is definitely worth the trip. Temecula is also… Read more »

San Diego County Award Winning Wineries

San Diego award winning wineries continue to grow in popularity. In fact, San Diego County wines have even been served at the White House. Blue ribbons are prominently displayed at award-winning ­wineries. So plan a day of wine tasting and discover the many wineries of San Diego County. These wineries are located throughout the county,… Read more »

Falkner Winery a Showpiece for Dining & Wines

Falkner Winery Pinnacle Restaurant

Falkner Winery specializes in high quality wines with over 80% earning Gold or Silver medals in wine competitions. So while you may be tempted to stop at the first winery that you see in Temecula wine country, be sure to plan to make a stop at the Falkner Winery for wine tasting and lunch at their spectacular… 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 »