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    Helix Brewing

    4.5 (310 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    HELIX BREWING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for kids

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    Tu T.

    This brewery is super cute and worth visiting! They have a large selection of beers and sours and plenty of seating inside and out! There aren't many beer garden, outdoor breweries in the area so this is definitely a good spot! They open everyday if you need an afternoon pick me up!

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    Jennifer C.

    Pleasantly surprised to find such a hidden gem or a brewery a little away from the main area of la mesa. We came on a Sun night and it wasn't too busy. Lots of indoor and outdoor space. They have one side that focuses on just sours and another that does the more standard beer options. There was only one person working that night so it was a little slower to get drinks but she was helpful and let us try some drinks before getting a glass. I got the deep thinker which is their hazy IPA and it was good. My partner got the king Rufus porter which was a stout.

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    Kathy B.

    Friendly. Cool vibe, music is not overbearing and low key~ so nice. Lots of fresh air. They have a food truck most every night. Nice merch. Beer is wonderful. If you like stouts the Trail Shoes is a grat coffee stout.

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    Derek L.

    Great spot with a chill vibe, rotating food trucks, and a solid beer selection - when I get burned out on their IPAs I switch over to their vast sour selection. Live music on Friday and Saturday which always hits the spot. The owner runs a tight ship and it shows--friendly service, clean setup, and good energy all around. Easy place to relax and unwind.

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    Morgan W.

    Pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem. It's located in an industrial part of La Mesa and if you're not from the area you'd easily drive by unassumingly. I'm not a beer person but the Mexican lager that I ordered was delicious. I was here for a work happy hour and we entered the weekly trivia night. They have sours as well for those who don't want hoppy drinks. The sours are...and I can't say this enough, SOUR. Tart and lick puckering but flavorful. I did some tasters but ultimately decided to go with a beer. As far as food, it's food trucks only. We had a burger truck the night we attended and it was great. They had a memorable ranch, it tasted homemade. I highly recommend coming here, great ambiance. Open aired patio. Just a nice place to sit on a San Diego evening to enjoy a beer.

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    Felina V.

    Nothin' quite like an ice-cold beer on a beautiful afternoon in La Mesa! Is there anything better to do when you've got an hour to spare? Cheers!

    Rocky R.

    I've been going to Helix on and off for many years, and typically, it's a very relaxing place to grab a great beer. Last night, it was not the beer but the food situation. They have a different food truck there daily, which is cool because it's always different. Last night, I met a colleague for beer and some food. I arrived early to grab a seat inside, and we enjoyed the New Zealand IPA. My entire goal was to eat, and we were both hungry and assumed they'd be open past 7:30 p.m. I hesitated to get us up to go outside because I was losing my spot. In hindsight, I could have put a coaster on my beer (future tip). Here's my gripe: When I walked out, the food truck said we had just filled our last order. If I'm inside, how does anyone know when you're closing? I brought this up to Kylie, who was incredible. She indicated, " Well, they've been here since 2:00 p.m. " This didn't answer how patrons knew when they were closing. Frankly (and I don't own a food truck), if a customer walked up while I was closing, I'd figure out some way to serve them, but let's leave that alone. Still hungry, I closed my tab, and we headed to the Hills and ended up having a great meal. In the end, I spent more time at my second location than I did at Helix. Just a suggestion: Right next to the calendar, put up a quick sign with food hours; then, I don't have to sweat it, and I can enjoy a few more beers.

    Judith T.

    We had such an amazing experience here! We love sour beers and this place by far has the best selections of sour beers. Pretty extensive too about 15 or so. We came on a Sunday night with our baby and the taco truck was a good choice for small bites. There is plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. There was a local artisan there selling some stuff. The parking at the front seemed limited but I did see a different parking lot across from the building.

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    Macarena O.

    We just discovered this cute brewery close to our house and we loved it! They have a nice outdoor area, games and it's pet friendly! The beer was good and reasonably priced. Also, when we went they had a food truck in case you want to grab a bite. We will be back!

    Lindsey M.

    Helix is one of my favorite breweries! They have a great space and great selection of beers and sours. Many times there is a food truck out front as they do not serve food. They are pet friendly and have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Service was good, not the best but good enough.

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    Kyle V.

    This is our favorite brewery in the San Diego area! It's the only place that we have found where the beer is amazing, great atmosphere and not too crowded. The North Park breweries are too crowded and we have gone away from those. This place does a great job all around. Nice brick buildings in an old industrial park. They have a whole section for sours too!! Staff is super nice and they have a food truck outside a lot too for food.

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    11 years ago

    This place is awesome, as good as it gets. Brews straight from the rivers of Mt Olympus. 'Nuff said.

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    7 years ago

    Great place to gather and enjoy a great list of beers. If you have not tried Helux stop by.

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    Finally a craft beer at a reasonable price. Helix brewing has several 16oz beers for $4.

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    Cool atmosphere and good beer. Lots of seating and friendly service. Occasional food trucks outside. Will definitely be coming back.

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    Thanks for checking us out Nick! Come back for more great beer!

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    Thanks Steve! Cheers to great fresh local beer!

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    Can they make cocktail drinks upon request?

    Do they allow dogs? Inside or outside?

    Dogs are welcome anywhere a human can go :)

    Can we take food?

    Yes... and they have nightly food trucks.

    Are dogs allowed in the outside area?

    Yes

    Good for kids?

    Any brewery or taproom allows kids because they are not considered a bar. However, depending on age, kids will get bored eventually and nag you till you leave.. Usually there… Read more

    Do they offer anything other then beer?

    The only beverage they is serve beer, as they are a brewery. You can bring all outside food on and they have food trucks there a lot of evenings.

    My friend doesn't drink. Do you know if there are any non-alcoholic drinks like iced tea? Thanks!

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