27 Best Craft Breweries near Del Mar

“Good vibes, great food awesome staff what more do you want in a brewery? Dogs that's what! This place is so dog friendly they even have dog bags, not to put the leftovers in... but to clean up after them lol. There is a trail right outside near the patio with a view of Delmar beautiful sunsets can be seen nightly. The food and beer is was delicious the people, staff as well were some of the friendliest around it made this place perfect for our large party we had a great time eating here and can't wait for next time.“

“Came to Del Mar for a nice afternoon visit with the kids. Was worried about food being too upscale. Wanted a nice beer and tried WestBrew. What an excellent choice. I had the WestBrew burger with a side salad, and it was the best food I’ve had since being in California all week. Wife had the club and loved it. They have kids menus, crayons, and kids cups. Had the seal cove and was very surprised by its delicious taste. Great choice of IPAs. Super simple little spot and would def. Recommend to anyone who comes to Del Mar for a lunch spot.Kid-friendliness: Kid menu, crayons, kids cups“

“Exceptional beers! With a wide variety of styles. Their west coast IPA and saison are my favorite. The staffs are very friendly. Stepped in 30 mins before the closing time but still got great service. Highly recommend!“

“A refreshing quality Hard Yerba Mate made to taste in a nice garden atmosphere! The staff is superb and knows their Mate!“

“Stopped in for a beer towards the end of our day in Encinitas. Nice environment, good service and tasty beers. Decided we were hungry so ordered some food and so glad we did. I am not usually looking for vegetarian type foods but I gotta tell you, if I didn't know my sandwich was vegetarian, I would not have known it. Definitely worth a stop for a beer and/or food when in the area!!“

“Yes! These peeps are super chill, super talented and super brewers. From Ales to Lagers and Sours... Getcha Some!!!“

“There are no other NA beer offerings that even come close to Athletic Brewing! I'm a huge IPA lover and the Run Wild is almost always stocked in my fridge. That said, the new sours they have been dropping are not to be missed. So good!“

“Fantastic ciders and food!!“

“Hopanonymous checks all the important boxes: delicious beers, laid back crowd and atmosphere, friendly staff. Nice selection of hoppy and light beers and occasionally sours. One of my favorite beers is the two amigos. I think they have food trucks most days of the week but haven’t tried any yet. This place has become one of my favorite breweries and still relatively unknown, do not sleep on this place!!“

“Great beer and dog friendly. Outdoor seating on highway 101.“

“Great staff! Spacious & clean throughout! The establishment hosts several EVENTS ON SITE, from COMIC / ANIME MINI CONVERSATIONS to PRO WRESTLING IN their main hall in the rear of the building. They don't serve food, but they have a selection of FOOD TRUCKS parked near the front entrance & they happily let you sit indoors or outdoors to enjoy your food! MASSIVE PARKING LOT!“

“Excellent Meade had a good time“

“Came in to catch SDSU play in the first round of Men's NCAA tournament. All beers were $1 off while the game was on. Tried the light beer and the Belgium dark ale. Both were tasty. Our pourer was friendly and engaging. Overall a great way to spend a bit of time over great beers and catching the game. Oh and SDSU won!“

“Battleground Brown is outstanding!!!“

“My husband and I went to a Meetup there last night. The space inside and out is nice and large, yet with plenty of tables and seating for smaller groups. After a bit, I went to get us drinks. The bartender was very nice and helpful and knowledgeable about their drinks. He helped me decide on a craft beer for my husband, and he had several non alcoholic drinks available for me (I was driving). They also had bags of chips, so I picked one. After a small tip for his help, it cost me about $12 for 2 a beer, a rootbeer, and a bag of chips. My husband liked his drink. We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the Meetup group. Afterward, we used the restrooms before heading out. They were nice and clean, even though a large group had been there for several hours, and it was nowhere near closing time. The parking in the area is well lit, but it's a long, thin lot behind several buildings or street parking. All in all, a nice place with a lot of craft beer offerings and a good atmosphere. I enjoyed my visit, even though I don't drink beer.“

“Fun brewery in Miramar, on Production Ave just to the north of Miramar Road. Large warehouse type building with large beer vats, barrels, tables, and an outdoor "garden" patio. They have a great variety of beers/lagers/ales/cider and sodas. They don't serve food but they have a revolving set of food trucks so there is usually good food to go with the beer. Friendly staff and fun place to hang out with friends. Parking does get tight when they have events, but most of the nearby businesses are deserted to you can still find parking. Lots of noise from Miramar airbase with F-18c/d frequently taking off and landing. No issue with the USMC, but it does make it hard to have conversations or hold a more formal event.“

“Stopped by because I saw the roll-up door was open. Usually they're closed when I've been in the area. I was blown away by the owner's sweet hospitality, welcoming me in even though he wasn't technically open and was preparing a delivery to a local high-end restaurant. (BTW, his ginger beer is sold at Seaside Market!) He told me a little about his story, how he got started and offered me a few samples to try, beginning with the award-winning flavor that had yuzu, mint, and something else. It was yummy! Looked like there were around 8-10 flavors on tap including a POG, matcha and ube. How fun is that! If you stop in on a typical day, there is some seating, merch to purchase and various flavors of ginger beer on tap to try. And the best part is you can take some for the road. I wasn't a fan of the ube flavored ginger beer but go try it and decide for yourself. There's gotta be some fans otherwise it wouldn't be featured.“

“Fun brewery in Miramar, on Production Ave just to the north of Miramar Road. Large warehouse type building with large beer vats, barrels, tables, and an outdoor "garden" patio. They have a great variety of beers/lagers/ales/cider and sodas. They don't serve food but they have a revolving set of food trucks so there is usually good food to go with the beer. Friendly staff and fun place to hang out with friends. Parking does get tight when they have events, but most of the nearby businesses are deserted to you can still find parking. Lots of noise from Miramar airbase with F-18c/d frequently taking off and landing. No issue with the USMC, but it does make it hard to have conversations or hold a more formal event.“

“Pretty cool venue!! Attended a work holiday party and had this brewery reserved for our department! Protector Brewery is one of many breweries in Miramar! There were outdoor/indoor seating and parking onsite or on the street. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but they had a decent selection on the menu board from IPAs to even fruity beers. I also hear they are all organic and gluten-free! I loved knowing that the brewery is owned by a Navy veteran and it's perfect for our company party since we work with veterans. The interior is welcoming, laid back, warm, and dim. It's a perfect spot for a small group or a date. The staff was also friendly and upbeat. They were approachable and seemed to enjoy being there. They had a taco truck with amazing Mexican dishes and even vegan options! I think the food trucks vary on the day. They also had fun games (i.e., dart board, kegs) and karaoke if that's your jam. It's super chill, intimate, and small. I need to go back and actually try their beer. LOL Overall, it was the perfect spot for a holiday party!“

“Really cool concept that aims to show the difference that different yeasts can make on the final product.(+) Vibe - nice indoor and outdoor area. Dog friendly.(+) Beers - really cool side by sides to show the yeast differences.(+) Pizza - the white mushroom pizza was really good, we added sausage.(+) Friendly service.Would go again.“

“I threw an engagement party here for my sister and her fiance. This was the easiest, best place to throw an event! Everyone was super helpful and clear on everything we could do. They accommodated many things we wanted and made the night perfect. Thank you to Brett and the team at duck foot!“

“A (literally) hidden gem. The restaurant rests beside a small pond, found only by following a trail from the parking lot. Sitting outside under a cozy heat lamp, my husband enjoyed trying several beers while I had a POG seltzer. The service was fantastic, and the food was the best we'd had in a long time. I thoroughly enjoyed the locally crafted sausages and the baked mac n cheese. I learned that the sauces and dressings are made in house. My husband had the ahi nachos - chips and sauces also made in house. We'll be coming back!“

“Absolutely incredible location in Leucadia with a chill atmosphere and welcoming tap room.First-time caller, so I went with a flight, obvs., of both West Coast as well as Double IPA's.Good but not great (hence the four stars), but gawddamn, Leucadia FTW, as this spot definitely wins for Location, Location, Location.Paz.“

“Marco is an amazing beertender and the layout is perfect for just relaxing with a beer or a fun party with friends. The beer is delicious and the menu changes pretty frequently.“

“Staff at this location goes above and beyond! The bartenders here always have a great attitude and provide excellent customer service! I normally frequent Scripps Harland location but the mood and the staff here at One Paseo really exceed. Thank you for providing amazing beer food and customer service to everyone who visits.“

“Eddy's an awesome bartender!“

“The "OG" Culture Brewery is kinda a hidden gem. It has the great vibe of a local, neighborhood brewery with friendly staff and not a pretentious feeling like some craft breweries unfortunately have. The layout is very nice with a front seating area and a "backyard" with upgraded seating facing the coast. There are some great options from IPA's, Pale Ales, Hazy IPA's, stouts, and even "seltzies". Come on a Wednesday night and it's musical bingo. Also a food truck may show up but check ahead.“