Board & Brew - Encinitas

Awesome beers on tap and cool local place. Friendly bartenders and clean bathrooms. I will be back…read moreto explore more. Thanks to the owners for the discount for the OPE dads.

Came in for a few pints of beer and sat at a table. They carry different local suds and they are…read morelisted by category. Metal chairs Not an overly friendly server. Tasting room opens up to a parking lot in a strip mall on Encinitas Blvd. Airy inside as there is a roll up window that is open. No food but you can bring in your own. A few games available for use.

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Inside taproom

The Confessional by The Lost Abbey

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I stumbled onto this place by accident then stumbled out very much by my own doing…read more Was in the shopping center for lunch and had no clue this was here. Lucky accident. Discovered it and post lunch beers were very much in order! Quaint spot, mellow and clean. Friendly service. Good array of beers, especially for a satellite location.

I've heard stories, but this was my first time seeing how drunk the manager Chase gets on shift…read more Chase purposely broke some glasses (no one thought it was funny) and BARRADED! The dark haired bartender. Telling him he doesn't do anything, only has a job because of him, shoved him and said "what are you gunna do, hit me?" He proceeded to challenge to tell the owner Tommy, saying "who do you think he's gunna believe?" The other bartender was crying at this point. Other customers offered to drive Chase home since he was wasted. He told them to F off. I've never seen such unprofessionalism and sadly I know this is only one of many occurrences of Chase (THE MANAGER) getting embarrassingly drunk and aggressive (and driving himself home after). Bad, bad look and I won't be returning until he's fired. I urge the owner to speak to the other employees personally. @Tommy

Ocean view from the tasting room patio

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Modern Times Far West Lounge

4.3(300 reviews)

2.2 mi

I've been to Modern Times a bunch in San Diego, and it's one of my favorite breweries, so I had to…read morestop in while visiting Encinitas. I'll admit it was a little bit of a culture shock when I walked in. Albums for sale, food, coffee, and more of a lounge feel than the classic San Diego brewery setup I'm used to. I guess that explains the fancier name. I liked it though. Good place to sit, people watch, and catch the traffic near the station. There were plenty of Padres fans rolling through that day, which added to the energy. The beer is still Modern Times, still cold, and still refreshing. Fun spot.

Really fun spot to hang out during the day. Prices aren't awful for location and portions are…read moregreat. I tried the sabo vegan noodles and I paid an extra add on for the beyond meat on top Absolutely delicious!! So light and refreshing so so good. Id get this meal again.. Bathroom was clean. The service was great. You order at the bar then they bring you your food. The gentleman who took my order was a really genuine person

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Enzo's BBQ & Ale House

4.1(235 reviews)

1.4 mi

Jeff was our server tonight and he was amazing! Super friendly and he gave great recommendations…read more We had the cobb salad and tri-tip sandwich, both were great. The cobb salad was loaded with chicken, pulled pork and bacon. Love supporting a family owned business. Great bbq in north county!

We come all the time for the baby back rib platter. Delicious. Jeff made my daughter's birthday…read morespecial. Thank you!!

Inside Dining Room

Pulled Pork & Fries + Delirium

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Enzo's BBQ - Exterior (Sign)

Encinitas Ale House

4.0(658 reviews)

really excited that they're giving plenty of notice for folks to come visit before they close up…read moreshop. Will def need to get back in for a burger soon before that final day. Always recommend this joint to those visiting to pop in and check it out!

One of the great spots in Encinitas for lunch or dinner, if you love beer or ale this is your…read moreplace. They have an entire menu of six pages of different Beers. They know their stuff. If you go try to get Matt and hear our matt's famous phrases It's almost done Just a second Yours is next Almost ready I'm getting it now He was as fantastic as the burger! Glad to go back after a few years it is now back on her list. Thanks to matt

Side of bar and bigger entrance for wheelchair accessible

Burger with all the stuff. Truly fantastic!!!!

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The Regal Seagull

4.3(383 reviews)

3.0 mi

I came here on a Wednesday evening around 9 PM, and the place was packed! We were able to grab…read moreseats at the bar, and right away I loved the atmosphere. The decor is so much fun, and the whole place has a really lively, energetic vibe. Wednesday is Wing Wednesday with 8 wings for $8 or 12 wings for $12, which is such a great deal. We ordered half buffalo and half barbecue. I definitely preferred the barbecue sauce. The buffalo sauce was good too, but it did have a little kick to it. They also have an amazing craft beer selection, which was another huge plus. The staff members were incredibly friendly and made the experience even better. Overall, this is such a fun spot to hang out, grab some wings and drinks, and enjoy the atmosphere. Definitely recommend checking it out!!!

Excellent variety of beers on tap. This is a wonderful neighborhood pub that is within walking…read moredistance from our home. Very casual ambience with numerous TVs for sports watching. Food and menu is typical pub. Best items on their menu are the tater tots and hummus. Service is friendly and fun.

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Fish Shop

4.1(1.4k reviews)

Great manager Grayson, he helped us change a dish because we didn't like it. Absolutely coming back…read moreto try other stuff High ceiling open window concept with lots of outside seating Fish n chips 5/5 fried not grilled Mahi mahi salad 5/5 Mahi sandwich 5/5

Nice open casual ambiance with many different options for good fresh fish, served in different…read morestyles and sauces. I had the swordfish which was cooked perfectly, a little sweet and plenty of moisture so it was not dry. We also had the ceviche and the clam chowder. The chowder could have done with some more clams to add to the seafood flavor rather than just cream and potatoes. The ceviche with chips was solid, I liked that avocado was provided. Other options to try for next time include putting the fish in tacos, sandwiches, or salads. Down to come again next time!

Fish Shop Lumpia (2)

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Ahi Poke

Biergarden Encinitas

3.9(1.2k reviews)

2.2 mi

Solid bar and restaurant to catch up with friends or watch sports. Love how open the place is and…read morethere is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating so there isn't really a bad spot to sit. Good selection of food and beverage. We only got the sweet potato fries and wine this time around which were standard but my goodness the ranch for the fries was INSANELY good. Parking is street parking off coast highway or the neighborhoods around.

BIERGARDEN @ ENCINITAS…read more Parking can be a little difficult since this spot is located right on the main strip in Encinitas. There's parallel street parking throughout the area, so you might get lucky and find a spot nearby. I ended up parking on one of the side streets, which worked out perfectly. I came here on a Sunday afternoon, and it was definitely busy. We had to wait a little while for a table because several tables still needed to be cleaned before they could seat new guests. The staff was incredibly friendly, though, and we were seated as soon as they could. It did take about 15 minutes before a server was able to come over and take our order, but the restaurant was completely packed, so it's something to keep in mind if you're in a hurry. After spending the day at the beach, we were really just in the mood for drinks. I ordered the Blood Orange Margarita, which can be served with Tajín, sea salt, or no rim at all. It was really good and definitely on the stronger side, which I appreciated. My only complaint was that there was a bit too much ice, but the flavor itself was great. The atmosphere is what really makes this place stand out. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, large open windows that let in plenty of fresh air, and a fun, lively vibe that makes it a great place to relax after a beach day. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the ambiance and cocktails, just be prepared for a little wait if you visit during peak hours.

Cardiff Crack Steak Sandwich was delicious.

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Union Kitchen and Tap Encinitas

4.1(2k reviews)

Love this spot in encinitas! It's lively, lots of seating and a large menu. You can sit inside or…read moreoutside depending on the vibe you're looking for. The breakfast burrito was phenomenal with lots of flavor and very filling. Definitely could be split depending on how hungry you are. The cornbread skillet was super rich and the sausage had a nice heat to it. A great option if you are looking for hearty comfort food. The service was great, will definitely be back.

Easy spot to get to after a day at the beach. We found street parking but there's a small lot…read morebehind the restaurant too. Its a cool vibe inside. Open air flow with a nice outdoor patio. Unfortunately, we did have to swing at gnats several times while sitting at our booth inside. There's a good amount of TVs on the walls for entertainment. Our waitress was cool but never asked if we wanted a refill or new drinks for our empty glasses. The menu had several things that sounded good to me but I went for the fig flatbread. It let me down. The figs were too big for the tiny slices and not enough cheese. My daughters kid cheeseburger was very bland. I know its for kids but my kids have standards. The beer was delicious and I appreciate the variety they offer. The ranch was also very good.

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Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizzeria

4.0(1k reviews)

2.2 mi

Such a vibe! Love a small pizza joint. And delicious. And service was great. And just go.read more

Wow after 14 years of this being our favorite place, I'm sad to say the last two times have proven…read morethis place has gone downhill fast and last night was horrible, so this is the end of a regular place for us. They were clearly short staffed on Father's Day, so I allowed for that. However, when you're sitting there forever and 3 wait staff are going by you several times and can't even say "someone will be with you shortly ".....not a word. Funny thing is the patios were fairly empty. We would have left, but again we've loved the food here for 14 years so hung in there. Then big mistake was sitting across from the pizza oven! The hostess, who I have to say is an amazing employee, she was literally doing everything. Seating people, cleaning tables, answering the phone, cleaning the stuff off the pizza area, bringing clean pans, getting drinks, etc. BUT she was using those nasty old rags to clean the table, touching the cash register etc., never washed her hands and then she was grabbing handfuls of the fresh basil and ripping pieces and putting them on the pizza, then posting the pizza with her fingers to maybe check it wasn't burned on the bottom? I was literally dying watching this, I'm not even a germaphobe. Then I watched the other waiter who wears dirty baggy jeans wipe his hands in his pants and also manhandle the basil in the same way. So gross. I saw another party get mad because the pizza was not cut, they asked for it to be cut again....and then got angry because they still had to tear at it and everything fell off. When our pizza came....it was the same, but we dealt with it. We ALWAYS get the Butterscotch pudding, but at this point we just wanted out. Had to wait forever to ask for a box and check. I'll miss the old Blue Ribbon as I miss Craftsman sadly, but there are others with actual service, we gave them a chance the last time it was bad, but this is the 2nd and done!

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Blue ribbon pizza

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This latest addition to Encinitas' shopping scene, B&B, seamlessly complements the plaza's vibe. As a longtime fan of their sandwiches, I was thrilled when Encinitas location opened, and it quickly became our favorite. Now, this new spot offers a fantastic outdoor patio. Modern garage doors open up, creating a connection between the inviting bar area and the fresh California air. With ample seating, a sparkling clean environment, and friendly, fast service, it's easy to see why B&B is a hit, their turcado with the side of the signature sauce is still my favorite. And to top it all off, they have delicious local beers on tap! read more

Andrey B.

404

2 years ago

Great new spot. Super friendly staff. Good food and affordable prices. We will definitely be back.

Sean M.

9 months ago

Left coast pastrami is the bomb. One of my favorite delis in San Diego. Encinitas and Carlsbad!

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