Hayley, Ciara & Wilson are amazing bartenders! Their personality, their attention to detail & the way they interact act with their customers is incredible!! I will make sure that I sit in Hayley area all the time. She is a knowledgeable bartender who knows her history on Cutwater! Brian the manager is also very complimentary to them!! Thank you for making it a wonderful experience for us both! Nicole & Terry read more

Service is Top Notch Food is Great Ambiance is refreshing Riell was our bartender, he is so humble and helpful! I will come back again for sure! read more

Service was great, Riell was the best bartender and took the time to explain the menu, specials and vibe of cutwater.

Cutwater Spirits is one of my favorite places to grab a meal in San Diego. I appreciate that they're constantly updating the menu with seasonal specials, so there's usually something new to try each time I visit. At the same time, they keep many of their staple dishes and cocktails, which is great when you're craving an old favorite. I've been here several times, and the food has been consistently good. The seasonal offerings keep things interesting, and it's clear they put thought into refreshing the menu throughout the year. The restaurant is almost always busy, so I definitely recommend making a reservation or being prepared for a bit of a wait during peak hours. Prices are a little on the higher side, but that's pretty typical for the area and the quality has always made it worthwhile in my experience. Overall, it's a fun spot with consistently good food, creative seasonal menus, and a lively atmosphere. It's a place I find myself coming back to again and again. read more

If you haven't visited Cutwater Spirits, what are you waiting for. This place is a must stop, especially if you enjoy your cocktails. The ambiance is an entire atmosphere. From decor, to seating, to the outdoors patio seating, it's great. They have a full bar with seating. They take reservations but, depending of the size of your party, there's automatic gratuity. They have viewing tours here and a full purchase area for all their cocktails. The service we received was 5 stars. We were a party of 15 and they were so tentative. They would bring cups of ice with our canned drinks, we didn't have to wait long after ordering, etc. the staff that assisted us needs to be recognized. All the employees working Friday late afternoon who tend the left corner in the front - kudos! We stuck to the cans because we went for happy hour. During happy hour cans are only $5 and their Ssignature cocktail drinks are only $10 instead of $15. Their Happy Hour appetizer menu is great too. The bulgogi loaded fries are sweet with some heat from the aioli. I do wish the meat were chunks like the original bulgogi instead of slow cooked braised beef that's shredded up. I would also ask for the sauce on the side because it can be a bit much if they put too much. The bbq pork sliders were yummy. The bread was soft, the meat had a subtle sweetness, and the coleslaw added a nice bright freshness to the heaviness of the meat. I only wish there was more slaw on them. The habanero buffalo wings were some of the best wings I've have. They were crispy, the meat was seasoned and not just sauce, and the buffalo sauce was chefs kiss. They are spicy so if you don't do spice definitely get another flavor. If you love visiting breweries or just want to try a new place out you have to come to Cutwater. It's amazing and I can't wait to go again read more

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Wasn't impressed. Slow service. First time. Never again. Love cutwater. Better at petco park.. I know it was pack. Short on staff. No excuse.. read more

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Great brewery/restaurant. Food is decent here with some fusion variety, but the drinks are the star of course. Also their music selection. I was loving the 90s 2000s playlist that made me want to sing a long to every song. Made some friends with the table next to us. The location is in an industrial area. Very spacious. Wish I took pictures of the drinks and food but I was pretty buzzed and having a good time. They also do tours for the brewery which was highly recommended. Guess I'll have to come back. read more

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Once I learned that the Cutwater Distillery was in San Diego, it was put on my to try list. So glad I got to stop by and try a can of the Research and Development can of the Espresso Martini Black. The food is good and the service is awesome. The vibe is very chill and inviting. Warning the wait time can be long towards the end of happy hour. But if there is a seat at the bar take it, read more

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Food was pretty good. Simple but with flavor. I'm not much of a seltzer person but I really enjoyed the drinks. Service was great and the employees were very friendly and helpful with suggestions. We went during lunch and it was such a chill vibe read more

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Finally got to try the brunch menu and it def did not disappoint!! The potato beard with the Chipotle sauce was sobering! Lol. read more

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Wait time: 10/10 (none on a Sunday) Parkin: 10 plenty of street parking and their own lot Vibes: cute decor and nice music. Food: Flights on flights on flights! Strawberry salad was good...but the French toast was the star! Service: All servers were attentive....not too much not too little. Great place for a group celebration. Worth the drive. Oh! And the napkins never change the napkins read more

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I really wanted to love the tequila tasting experience at Cutwater Spirits because overall we actually had a good time. I took a much-needed night to focus on enjoying myself and the atmosphere did not disappoint. However, the tequila tasting tour itself felt very underwhelming for the price. For a $50 tasting, I expected an actual tasting experience of the Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo categories. Instead, we were given such tiny pours that we were told to split them between tasting the tequila by itself and then again with the fruit/chocolate pairing. It honestly felt ridiculous and nowhere near enough to properly experience each tequila. Our tour guide Zion was nice, but the tasting portion itself felt very cheap for what was paid. The ONLY reason I'm giving 3 stars instead of 1 is because Molly and Ciara completely turned the experience around. They were sweet, attentive, accommodating, and genuinely made us feel welcomed. Those beautiful ladies were absolutely the highlight of the visit. I'd definitely come back for the atmosphere and service, but I truly hope Cutwater improves the tequila tasting portions because the current setup does not feel worth $50. read more

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This was my second visit, and the service, atmosphere, and food were all great once again. We came during their happy hour (Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm), and I have to say they have a really solid selection to choose from at a great price. We ordered the 3 sliders, prawn skewers, and the chicken meatballs -- which are definitely my recommendation. Everything was flavorful and well presented. From the moment we walked in, the bartenders were welcoming and attentive, checking in on us throughout our visit without being overbearing. They're currently in their tequila season, and you can tell they put a lot of effort into the presentation and creativity of their drinks. They really know how to catch a customer's attention. I had to try the pickle margarita, and as a pickle fanatic, this did not disappoint. The Cutwater lime margarita mixed with the pickle brine balanced perfectly -- enough pickle flavor to enjoy without overpowering the margarita itself. The only 2 small critiques I have is with the chicken meatballs, but only because they were so good. I wish there had been just a little more of the hot honey sauce because paired with the potato chips, it would've made the combination even more fire. It does have a bit of spice to it, but not in an unbearable way. Also, I put an order of the churro bites from their tequila season menu, and I guess our bartender had forgotten to put the order in--however, they did make it up by offering a can (which was the espresso martini black this was GOOD, another recommendation please go ahead and ask your bartender for the RND espresso black) Other than that, no complaints at all. The food came out in a fair amount of time, especially considering we visited around 3pm on a Thursday. I can't speak for busier rush times, but during our visit everything flowed smoothly. Overall, another great experience at Cutwater. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and consistently good service. read more

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If you can't handle a Cutwater then honestly we probably can't be friends. I already love Cutwater canned cocktails so finding out their distillery is actually here in San Diego immediately made me want to go. I came with a group of friends mainly for drinks but the food sounded surprisingly good too so we ended up ordering both. First off this place is BEAUTIFUL. It has that bar vibe but still feels really nice and put together like a restaurant. Parking was rough because it was super busy but while waiting for a table we walked around looking at the merch and canned cocktails they sell there. Even the restroom was nice. Everything just felt really well designed. Right now they're doing a tequila season menu so we started with the Mexican Candy Shot. So good. It comes in this cute little clay cup with chamoy and tajin and honestly was one of my favorite things we tried. I also got the frozen mango margarita and loved it. It comes in a mango margarita Cutwater can with chamoy and tajin on the rim plus one of those chamoy candy straws. Super cute and actually really good too. The biggest surprise though was the arroz con leche drink. Someone else ordered it and I immediately wished I got one too. It literally tastes like arroz con leche but with tequila and somehow works perfectly. The presentation was also gorgeous. For food, the pork bulgogi fries were probably my favorite thing we ate. Huge portion with lots of meat, fries, cheese, and chives underneath that made everything taste even better. The buffalo wings were solid too. The only thing we didn't really love was the Jamaican jerk chicken flatbread. It sounded amazing on the menu but ended up being kind of dry and underwhelming. You could taste the rum barbecue sauce and seasoning but it just needed something more. Overall though this was such a fun spot. Workers were super friendly and even let us place a really last minute food order after last call which we appreciated. I'd definitely come back for drinks and happy hour with friends. read more

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Its only a 4star because we did not have a chance to have dinner. I will be back because all the food looked really good. We came for the tour and tasting. Before the tour we did check out the little retail section, signature drinks, and the flatbread pizza at the bar. The drinks are delicious and I was surprised about the straight liquor they also make. The tour was fun and informative and its smaller than I thought. The tasting was all good the tour guide was very knowledgeable and also showed us the new flavors they are release next!! Side not the expresso martini + the white russian mixed together has me in a headlock...lol...overall I do recommend if you visit San Deigo stop by CutWater!!! read more

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Came here for the first time with a group for a bday party. Long and short of it: drinks and setup are easily 5/5. Food and the vibe were a 3/5. Let's start with those drinks. We were a big group and many of us ordered on the regular menu and their specialty menu. Highly recommend their specialty menu! For the time we went it was Latin themed and they had specialty mugs and shot glasses you can take home. Each presentation for every drink was STUNNING. Special shoutouts to the: frozen margarita, la Reina, and fruta un vase. Plenty of people had their food. Wings, flatbreads, fries, burgers. Their fries were the only good ones in my opinion. Many places to sit inside and outside. Lots of TVs as well to watch a game. They also have a store where you can buy merch and alcohol. All in all really well crafted and beautiful interior. Service was fantastic! Shout out to Abby who was our server. She made sure we all had a great time. LOVED how they do reservations. Highly recommend. Parking was super easy as there's a lot they had. The only reason for the non 5 star? The vibe. The vibe was a 2 or a 3 but not necessarily because of the location but for the crowd and some of their behavior. I'm no prude but some stuff was off putting such as people throwing up in the parking lot bushes and a separate group smoking weed. May not want to bring the kiddos. read more

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You know I had to come back for their tequila season release on Thursday, April 16th, and it was well worth it! They had a live band playing, which made the whole atmosphere even better, and they were offering samples of their Spicy Mango Margarita and one of their tequila cocktails, "La Reina." I tried the churros and they were absolutely amazing--perfectly crispy on the outside and warm, soft, and fluffy on the inside, served with a side of chocolate sauce that made them even better. I also tried the tequila flight, which unfortunately wasn't my favorite in terms of flavor, but it didn't take away from the overall experience. I asked the bartender, Sierra, to surprise me with something refreshing, and she absolutely delivered. It was so good I drank it before I could even take a picture! I also have to give a special shoutout to my favorite bartenders: Haley, Lolo, Ciera, and Savannah. They always make sure the drinks are delicious and that I have a great time at the bar. One of my favorite things is letting them freestyle a custom drink, and every single time they create something I love. Cutwater will continue to be my go-to spot for good food, great drinks, and chill, fun vibes!! read more

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The cutwater distillery was not what I expected and in a very unsuspecting area, but it was good and I'll be returning! The service was great and the food was really good too. The potato sourdough bread with coconut one butter really knocked my socks off, and the with the house made buffalo were delicious...a bit disappointing the ranch was not house made too. The pork belly flat bread was also really yummy and fresh. I thought I'd see cutwaters on tap, and lots of exclusive test flavors, but to my dismay we were told that the QR code with the test flavors had not been updated and there was only one available of the ones listed. Hopefully the next time I return, there will be some fun flavors to try! read more

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I love that they have so many drinks to choose from, they make all of their alcohol in house which makes all your drinks taste fresh. I wish they had a larger menu to choose from, I order the chicken wings and they were crispy but big, I am not a fan of huge wings. The calamari needed some seasoning but with the sauce they had with it made it good. The jerk chicken pizza wasn't spicy but it was ok. I do appreciate that they also make their food with alcohol. Taylor was our waitress and she was perfect! I would ask for Taylor again, she took the time to explain the menu with it being everyone's first time. The restaurant is so beautiful and has outdoor seating. And many different cutwater options. read more

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I love how modern this place feels and looks. Everything is spacious and open and it had a very chill relaxing vibe on Sunday brunch time. The wait staff were all friendly and checked on us multiple times. The drinks were all so tasty and so strong. I definitely needed food with the drink. The chilaquiles were not exactly what I was hoping for. I was expecting a more transitional chilaquiles but these were very creamy. It was good but not what I was looking for. I will happily come back here to check out their other drinks and food. read more

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Such a fun Friday night spot with friends! The vibe was lively without being overwhelming, and it felt like the perfect place to kick off the weekend. Honestly, every dish we ordered was a hit. The Crispy Fried Brussels were perfectly done, and the Grilled Carrots with the lemon lavender whipped goat cheese were unexpectedly amazing -- like, who knew carrots could steal the show? The cacio e pepe fries disappeared in record time, and the lemon pepper chicken wings had just the right amount of zing. We also loved the Blistered Shishitos, the pear and prosciutto flatbread (sweet + salty perfection), the Thai Salad, and the carrot pesto flatbread. Zero complaints on the food front. While everyone else raved about their cocktails, I went the mocktail route and absolutely loved the Baby Dragon -- super refreshing and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Overall, great food, amazing service, great drinks, great company. Solid 4 stars and definitely somewhere we'd come back to try even more of the menu. read more

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We came to Cutwater Tasting Room on the last Tuesday in February for their Valentine's Day themed tini martini flight and had the best time. On Tuesdays they do $2 tinis, and we ordered a flight. It came with a red velvet espresso martini, chocolate espresso martini, and a white Russian. All of them were decorated super cute and very on theme. My favorite by far was the red velvet... SO good. I honestly wish I would've just ordered a full size one. The white Russian was also really good and tasted like their canned version (which I love). The chocolate espresso martini was a little strong for my personal taste, but if you like a bold cocktail you'll probably enjoy it. We also made it in for happy hour (Mon-Fri 2-6pm) and grabbed some appetizers. The artichoke dip with sourdough was hands down my favorite thing we ate loved, loved, loved it. We also tried the shrimp paloma, fries, and asked if they could do a simple pepperoni flatbread even though it wasn't on the menu, and they were super accommodating and happy to make it for us. Huge appreciation for that. Service was great all around, our waitress was really sweet and didn't make us feel weird at all for asking for small changes, and the hostess and food runners were all friendly and attentive. They even offered extra bread for the artichoke dip without us asking, which was a nice touch. This wasn't my first time at Cutwater (I've been here before for their Halloween pirate-themed pop-up), but it was my first time eating on the restaurant side, and it definitely won't be my last. Both time I have been here, the staff is welcoming, the drinks are fun, and the vibe is always a good time. Only disclaimer: the drinks are very good and sneak up on you, so pace yourself and drink responsibly! Can't wait to come back! read more

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We visited Cutwater Spirits on December 23, the last day of their Winter Lodge holiday décor, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The in-person experience perfectly matched their social media--something I really appreciate. They had a great lineup of holiday cocktails and daily specials. We sat at the bar and had such a fun time chatting with Kaley, our bartender--welcoming, attentive, and genuinely engaging. The crispy green beans from the holiday menu had a light, satisfying crunch, and the Devil's Share burger was the perfect size with perfectly crispy fries. The space itself is festive and well done, and I loved that they also have Cutwater drinks and apparel available for purchase--it adds to the overall experience. A fun, festive visit from start to finish. Looking forward to another visit soon read more

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Must try the dragonfruit drink! Skip the Cesar wrap. Must get the fries!! They have seasonal menus as well read more

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This place has been on my bucket list for a while and am glad we tried it. We stopped by on a Monday so the parking lot wasn't too full, the have about 35 spaces in their lot and then street parking if that is full. It was trivia night right at the end of happy hour. The drinks were good I got the dealers choice for happy hour and it was a very delicious mezcal margarita. We also got the sliders and the wontons both were good nothing to really write home about. The service was pretty stilted. When we first arrived the hostess and another worker were just talking and didn't greet us for about 3-4 minutes. And our waitress stopped by very sparingly, so we had empty drinks on our table for a pretty long time. read more

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Walked in Saturday morning at 11am and was seated right away table for 6. They don't have the brunch menu on Saturdays but the had their new seasonal menu. Service was attentive and friendly. Cocktails delicious and creative. Food was good but would be better. Overall solid place for lunch and craft cocktails read more

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There aren't reservations for weeknights. We went on a Monday night. We were sat immediately and trivia was happening around us. Our cocktails were good (french 75, manhattan, the Hillcrest). And our appetizers even better (brussels sprouts and cacio e pepe fries). I had the burger for entree and it was really good, a bit overcooked for what I asked for. Server was great. Atmosphere is cute, vibey. Overall I'd definitely recommend. read more

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On a recent visit to San Diego I visited the cut water, spirits distillery. I really liked the industrial decor and the wooden fixtures. Service was knowledgeable and friendly. While here I did indulge in a tasting and tour. Additionally, I also ordered a flatbread and a drink. We were seated in the bar area because reserving a table is suggested as it's always packed. My jerk chicken flatbread was very delicious, but had way too many pineapples. My drink was very boozy and delicious. Well worth the price. Pricing for both was very reasonable. The tour wasn't very long but held your attention and the samples at the end made it worth it. The tour was less than 25. You get a 15% discount on all of your purchases because you took a tour so take advantage of the gift store. I did not know that cut water made vodka, tequila, and a whole host of other spirits. You learn something new every day! I'd definitely visit again. I'd like to see their dinner menu. read more

I visited this location on a Monday with a group of 4 attempting to join trivia. Would recommend arriving (a lot maybe?) earlier since there were no seats when we arrived right when trivia started. There was also no more parking available in the lot but there's plenty of street parking down the block/around the area. Trivia is online so you could hang around standing while waiting for something to open up, we ended up going to another spot down the street and returning when a table opened up (~1.5 hrs). Food and drinks are pretty reasonably priced at good portions for sharing. The menu was quite extensive and they had fun holiday offerings, leaving our group in decision paralysis. They also have happy hour. Our group ended up getting hot cocoa cocktails that came with lindt chocolates, and a cranberry mocktail (chalet sparkler) that was festively decorated. For food we got loaded fries and a prosciutto goat cheese flat bread to share. Overall I'd visit again. Looks like a great place small and large groups for food and drinks. read more

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A group of us went here for their Winter Lodge themed dinner. It was a little disappointing the amount of decorations. It was mainly at the bar area and the front of distillery. We were seated outside in the back corner of their patio where there was no decorations at all. Felt like we were just there on a normal day. Lucky for us, were were there when they still had their happy hour going! We ordered the beautifullt presented mini martini trio amongst other food items off the happy hour menu. They had a good selection. We liked their short ribs plate, loaded fries, cheese dip, and the flatbread. read more

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Came to cut water and was shockingly surprised how good there food selection was! We had the garlic parm fries, fried green beans, maple bacon flatbread, an pear and prosciutto flat bread I had the peppermint White Russian and I would say it tastes like Christmas! It tastes like peppermint bark ! So good! Will be returning I loved all the Christmas lights in the entry way, perfect for the holidays and photos! read more

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The best spirits..... is found here, not the Halloween spirits but the good kine spirits, hehe. I've stopped here many times to pick up packs of my favorite spirits for our hotel stay, every time I visit, it is an automatic stop! I've always wanted to dine in and super HAPPY, I finally did- but just for light pupus, before we make our next foodie stop. We got the loaded fries ( braised guajillo beef, monterey jack cheese, green onions) Spicy Paloma Shrimp (shrimp sauteed in butter garlic, flakes, paprika, parsley, and Cutwater Paloma) served with sourdough & for our drink of choice, we went with the cans of Cutwater Spirits, which I love so much @12 % alcohol content. The verdict: Wow, OMG. We loved it, the loaded fries, so good, the beef reminded me of eating Kalua pork. The shrimp, never tried anything like this before, loved the flavors! I ordered more sourdough bread for dipping the sauce. The drinks were nice and potent! Just 2-3 cans got me right there! The best buzzed ever, so grateful for my designated driver! I'll never forget a Cutwater lol memory with my big kids, we did a "Cutwater" cheers with our own can in the hotel room, it was the last night of our vacation.. & my big kids took a sip and none of them finished the can. I realize the reason, it was too strong for them. I drank them all, didn't want it to go to waste, Good Stuff! I had to make sure I ordered the ice cream flight, I am not sure if the the flight is seasonal or on special but please get this! You get a trio of Cutwater cocktail with Cali ice cream in 3 different flavors, for only $12.! All in all, I LOVED our visits, the food, drinks, & sweets! Must visit, this place is Fire! From one foodie & boozer to another, totally recommend! & Cheers to alcoholic beverages!! read more

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I visited the Cutwater Tasting Room this weekend while in San Diego and had such a great time--it honestly exceeded my expectations. The food and drinks are very reasonably priced, especially for the quality. I loved the Christmas-themed setup, which made the experience even more fun and festive. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially if it's your first time visiting. Everything I ordered--from the drinks to the food--was really good. If you're in San Diego, definitely add the Cutwater Tasting Room to your list! read more

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Guess what Cutwater has in stores only?? The amazing Gingerbread White Russians. But you better hurry because they run out fast and you don't want to miss out. The restaurant is always a fun and festive place to go. For orders to eat & drink inside the restaurant or to go. You can't go wrong. Everyone that works here is also very friendly. read more

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My favorite distillery/ restaurant in San Diego. I love their themes for Halloween and Christmas that my friends make it a yearly tradition. I especially love 2025 bc I think they found their calling with the haunted ghost ship theme. Perfect fit for Cutwater! Not only are their cocktails delicious but the food is bomb as well. One of my favorite canned cocktails to buy at the grocery store. I'm proud we are San Diego Cutwater. Thanks Ryder for your recommendations. read more

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Cutwater is definitely the place for a good time! The atmosphere is always fun, the service is great, and the food and drinks are amazing. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Highly recommend their happy hour and trying out their seasonal flights! read more

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A good distillery with a good restaurant. They service is friendly, atmosphere is casual and the drinks are decent. While the menu has the typical options of a distillery/brewery restaurant -- burgers and salads -- it also has more elegant options. The drinks & atmosphere are what you would most likely expect at a place like this. read more

Came for a big group gathering this time and it was great. We had called ahead and was able to book a spot at one of the outside fire pits. The whole place was decked out in Halloween decorations which was so fun. They even had mini skulls in the fire pits. We got drinks off the Halloween menu and also ordered some food. I got the corpse diver which they described as the Halloween themed french 75. It was delicious! Black from the charcoal but the actual flavor was very bright and citrusy. For food I got the dumpling salad. Not necessarily anything to write home about but it was a really good size and was filling and tasty. The dumplings were pan seared so they had a nice crust. The lemongrass flavor was prominent as well. Our party got some fries that were a bit! They were perfectly crispy and flavorful. Service was very fast and attentive. They were really friendly with supporting our group with people coming and going at all different times. read more

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After doing a tiki tour with my friends earlier that day, we decided to end our boozy vacation with a trip to the Cutwater tasting room. Such lively vibes here, with a full menu of drinks and food. Perfect for large groups, sitting indoors or on the patio. Plenty of parking in the lot. Service is quick, as they have a lot of guests to cover. I had Dragon's Breath because I love a dragon fruit cocktail. Never tried their Tequila Blanco before. It was delicious! We shared the Spicy Pineapple Flatbread which was tasty. Next time I'd love to START here then venture off to other places in San Diego. Definitely been wanting to come here for awhile and glad we did. read more

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Cutwater tasting room is one of our favorite spots for our Baddies Chiefs happy hour. Their appetizer menu is well appointed and the prices are great. The servers and entire staff is always ready and attentive and we can say enough about the restaurant itself. Things I love the most: 1. Great ambiance and background music 2. You can always grab a bottle on your way out 3. The restaurant is a good size and the patio is nice Not so good: 1. Parking it's limited read more

Cutwater Spirits - A lovely place for our quarterly HH. A great time for us ladies to unwind. Never a dull moment - Distilleries Near Me - San Diego, California