Based on great feedback on yelp, found this Lunch stop in between our return from a cruise and later trip to the airport. We would have define eaten here the day before we left for our cruise. My smash (gourmet) burger with a side order of fries was amazing.. Folks were very friendly with a great ambiance. Tip - directions from yelp may send you into the building, but no need enter on the corner of India and C street. read more

Very cool spot! I've never been to a self-serve spot before although i've seen them in Vegas before. We were staying at hotel nearby and we were walking to a 7-11 when we saw this brewery on our way back and I had to stop in. There weren't that many people but the ones that were there were hanging out, talking, playing games, eating, etc. Very chill vibe and although we didn't order any food, it looked amazing. The ambiance is great. There's a patio with a tv, a variety of games, a mix of furniture/seating and a privacy screen. Inside there are more games and lots more seating. We sat outside and it was really nice during the time we stayed. I put my credit card down to get the pour card and I grabbed a flight tray with 4 small glasses. What a perfect way to try beers and find what you like! It did add up though - wow! Some beers are way more pricey than others, so at one point I only poured about 2 ounces and it was over $3.00 but there are many pricing options. They also have various glasses for the different drinks (beer, wine, etc.). It was fun to try and I would definitely come back for a beer next time and try their food. read more

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Stopped by here since I had jury duty nearby and the reviews sounded impressive. The employee taking my order was not very knowledgeable and the menu or what beers they offered so things moved very slowly for me and the other patrons. I ended up getting the Albondigas Soup and the Korean BBQ Flatbread. The soup was soo tasty! I honestly loved the flavor and the bread it came with. The flatbread gave me the opposite reaction. I could literally only taste bbq and it was very unpleasant. The bread itself was not crisp and tasted doughy on its own. It's not a good sign when the soup is better than the main dishes. read more

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I've been here 3 times now! They have a cool self-serve station where you can pour your own beer and there are many different options! The food was better than expected! I tried a cider, but mostly had their food. The burger, fries, pozole, and sandwiches were quite tasty! It's kind of a hidden spot by the train station. read more

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Unfortunately this is not the norm. I stopped in with friends yesterday for happy hour and ordered the Beria fries and also ordered the Carne Asada fries the guy at the counter who's not normal said oh we don't have Carne asada fries. I paused looked at the happy hour menu that has clearly stated they are a menu item - looked back at him and said fine. I'll take the nachos. We're enjoying - while, the nachos are great I see two other tables get Carne asada fries. very disappointed that a rude new staffer was unable to fulfill what is absolutely on their menu, when I said something at checkout the two regulars knew. Exactly who it was and were very apologetic. I will be back to get the carne asada fries :). This review is for the one employee who derailed my normal experience ! read more

Hidden Craft - Lunchtime bliss inside the establishment - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Hidden Craft is tucked away near the metro station and has a really nice ambiance. The service was good, and the food overall was solid. The burgers were huge and very filling. They do fall apart pretty easily, which is expected given how packed they are, but flavor-wise they were a bit on the mild side, so we ended up asking for ranch and BBQ sauce. The Brussels sprouts were the standout. The sauce and texture were amazing, and I would definitely order them again. read more

Hidden Craft - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Next to the Santa Fe Depot. Trendy, but casual, with over 30 self-serve beer taps. There were also a good variety of games to play with, and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating. We ordered craft nachos to start and shared a chicken teriyaki bowl. There were a lot of other dishes that caught our eye, but we were short on time. The staff was friendly and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. read more

Hidden Craft - Chicken Pesto Pasta - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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I come to this place everytime I am in San Diego. This trip we met Othman, he is very kind and provided wonderful customer service. Food: got the smash burger and it was amazing as always. But came back the next day for lunch and the burger was just okay. QA was hit/miss on this trip but still recommend coming here. Double fried sweet potato are amazing!!! Their side salad is delicious, I like the beets! Beer: who doesn't love the self service try your different beer. Bathroom: Key is by the sushi bar area and it is hot/miss for cleanliness. read more

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Self service beer taps, but they also had a really good red wine and sangria, as well as a Banana Foster cider (that was our dessert). I got the Portobello mushroom burger, which was really really good. You don't even miss the meat. Flavor and texture was perfection. My husband had the birria dip sandwich, which he really enjoyed. The meat was tender and delicious. The food prices are reasonable, but the tap prices were a little high at $1 an ounce. Its really bright and cute inside, and there is an outdoor patio that is clean and nice. Cute spot to try a few things without buying a whole glass of something. Main guy working there was very helpful and pleasant. read more

Hidden Craft - Portobello burger - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Hospitable staff, delicious food, welcoming vibes! It's a perfect lunch or dinner spot while waiting for your train. Their menu contains a variety of appealing options. The steak frites that I had was juicy and flavorful. Quality food at great prices read more

Hidden Craft - Steak Frites - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

One of the perks of having Jury Duty in Downtown San Diego is the many eateries within a quarter mile radius. Hidden Craft is only a block away from SD Superior Courts located at the Santa Fe Transit depot at One America Plaza. If you're riding the trolley, or have business in DT, stop here for some amazing food and drinks! What's great at this place is the drink "buffet". You get a card which you tap onto the screen and just pour your drink yourself. You only pay for how many ounces you pour. My friend and I both had the Cali trio tacos which paired perfectly with the beer, wine , and ciders they had on tap. The tortillas were definitely house made and the salsa was exquisitely fresh- my favorite part of the meal! The fish taco was crisp, the beef brisket was soft, and the spices on the shrimp was a good balance with the diced bell peppers, celery, and jalapeños. Chill vibes with soft melodies playing in the background...Great service, fresh food, and a vast selection of drinks! They also have sushi, grain bowls, burgers, flatbreads- all of which entice you to visit again and try something new! read more

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This place is a real gem, there should be more places like this around town. You pay by the ounce for beers, wine ciders and hard alcohol, they have large tulip glasses if you're looking for more than a small taster glass. They had a large selection of beers to choose from, I chose some of their sour beers and cider and made a couple of beer flights. Everything was tasty and wasn't too expensive at the end of the night. The service was very helpful and we were happy to stop in here to check it out. read more

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What a lovely place. Great service, great food but the winner is you can pour your own beer and pay by the ounce. Pretty cool concept. read more

Hidden Craft - Inside - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Excellent Fig flatbread and smash burger. Excellent self serve taps. Really friendly host who was very knowledgeable about the beer they had. read more

They had a decent selection of beers, though quite a few were fairly common for a pay by the ounce setup. The self-serve model made it easy to sample what I wanted, and the ability to pour small 1 and 2 oz samples without committing to a full taster was a nice touch. I also appreciated the quality glassware that elevated the overall experience. The ambiance was relaxed and inviting, with a modern, open layout that made it a comfortable place to hang out for a bit. They also offered cocktails, cider, and wine, which my wife really enjoyed. A solid stop with something for everyone. You don't have to worry about service, as you serve yourself. read more

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Stopped in for lunch on a Thursday in November. The lunch crowd is very busy, and service definitely took a hit. On the service side, the young ladies working that day were totally zoned out. Given the zone out service, the smash burgers were not served hot as they normally are. I don't care for a tepid smash burger. Nonetheless, the burger was tasty. Also, the house side salad was terrific. read more

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Reservations made by phone a month in advance. I couldn't make it on OpenTable because we were a group of 10, but it did show up on my account since I gave them my phone number. Fish Tacos - 4 stars Brussels Sprouts with Bacon - 3.5 stars. A bit soggy. $320 for lunch for 10 people. read more

Hidden Craft - Fish tacos - 4 stars. Tue lunch 2025-04-08 - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place has at least 25 craft beers plus a couple of ines and cider all on tap. You pour your own and are charged by the amount you tap. Overall a very positive experience here but a couple of things keep it from being 5 stars. I really liked my salmon Niçoise salad- salmon was cooked just right. The fish tacos were also quite tasty. The manager told us he was going to give us a discount on the fish tacos because they had accidentally made fish. He didn't do that. That would have been fine but he was the one that brought it up so he should've followed through. The other thing that bothered me was I was charged (nominal fee) for just pressing the info button on a beer right next to the one I just tapped. My favorite beer was the Hidden Assassin. It is a strong one so you have to pace yourself. read more

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Situated between the tracks with a colorful outside space, Hidden Craft gives off good vibes to stop in, grab a bite and taste test to your heart's desire. I got the Veggie burger with a house salad which was absolutely delicious. No matter your entree, get the house salad! The staff was friendly and attentive. read more

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Popped in here for lunch. Staff was friendly and welcoming. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Inside was a little muggy, so we sat on the patio. I had the BACON & BRIE BURGER (Ground beef brisket short rib patty, beer glazed bacon, caramaized onions, brio cheese, house spread on a brioche burger bun) with sweet potato fries (delicious!) and a fountain drink. I ordered my burger well done and as you see... it was not made well done. read more

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Brussels sprouts were amazing. Best ever. Sandwiches were good. Right near the train station. I think if I could appreciate beer, it would be a great place to grab a bite with friends. Enougb inside and outside seating area. read more

Hidden amongst the train tracks is this self beer pour spot! Walk in and you give your card to get a pour card instead. It will keep track of how much you spend and at the end you pay your bill! Pour as much or as little as you would like! read more

Hidden Craft - Bday brownie they gave me - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Nice taproom food was hot and tasty. Service was great friendly staff. I liked the vibe pretty chill, go have fun!

Very cool place , pour your own beers. The hostess/ cashier she was very friendly and excellent at explaining how it works. Food was good . Atmosphere was relaxed. I would come again, glad I decided to stop in and check it out. read more

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Came here for a quick lunch and it was overall very good. We got a poke bowl, and it was really tasty! The fish was fresh, and all the veggies on the side were crunchy and refreshing. There wasn't too much sauce on the fish either. The inside of the restaurant is very clean, with some games available and an open self-serve bar which I found super unique. The staff are kind and offered some menu insights. Great lunch spot! read more

This is a great spot to sit and enjoy good company with great drinks and a relaxing atmosphere. The patio is also great if you have a dog and need somewhere to stop for a drink. The self pour wall is convenient and easy to use but they have really friendly people standing by to help, if you need it. read more

Hidden Craft - One part of the Self pour wall - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Hectors service was everything you can ask for! He was super kind and attentive to all my needs. The beer here feels like craft beer wonderland. Thank you Hector and his assistant for treating me like family! read more

Hidden Craft - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Good food for a quick bite. Bacon burger with brie was nice. Perhaps a little bit less cheese would have been nice. The tacos a la carte looked good. Smoked mac and cheese was popular. Would return and explore menu further. read more

Had an awesome experience last night while needing a quick meal before my train ride. The staff member was very friendly and always available. The pour your own concept was a fun way to try something I likely would not have not ordered off the menu. And the price was great. Highly recommend for a quick affordable bite with a drink pre-train! read more

Really awesome place in downtown. I had the bacon & Brie burger and it's easily one of the best burgers I've ever had. They also have an excellent craft beer selection. A lot of variety, not just IPAs like a lot of places. And you serve yourself and pay by the ounce, so you can try beers and not get stuck with something you don't like. Super friendly staff too, really capitalizing on the San Diegan vibe. I'd absolutely come here again. read more

Incredible selection of crafts! Couple different wines on the menu as well. You pay by the ounce. Very good appetizers and the staff is quite friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend read more

Hidden Craft is a hidden GEM! Let me tell you their vibes, their food, their service all incredible. We were shook by how good their food is and continued eating until we were in pain (their fries are some of the best I've ever had!! Both types!). They also have such a cool beer system where you can try out all their beers and pay by the ounces you pour, it was almost like a self serve yogurt shop but for beer. So unique, so cool and definitely makes me want to go back. I would give it 4.5 stars if I could, half a star off only for the location bc it's directly next to the trolley station, but that shouldn't hold you back from trying it. read more

Hidden Craft - Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese, Braised Brisket Sandwich, Smash Classic Burger - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is a very nice, modern, hip and trendy spot that I was lucky enough to stumble across. It is located behind the city's train hub and there is metered street parking within a reasonable walking distance. They have a modest inside dining area with a bunch of craft beer on self serve taps in the back of the dining area. The patio is enclosed, so that you don't have people walking by watching you eat. It is an awesome area and has some nice tables and chairs. There are also some propane heaters for those chilly days. You will also find a lounge area out there with some really comfortable chairs and a television. In addition to their extensive beer selection, they serve typical American pub fare including soups, salads, burgers, BLTs, bowls, flatbreads, tacos, steak, fish and chips and a small dessert selection. They do not have table service. You place your order at the counter and they will bring your food out to you. The staff there was very friendly, attentive and helpful. They really enhanced my experience there. I ordered the fish and chips. I sat out on the patio. My food was brought to me in about 10 minutes. It was fresh hot and delicious. The fish was well cooked, tender, and flavorful. The tartar sauce that came with it tasted homemade and was really good. It did have a little kick to it though. In addition to the fries, my meal also came with some delicious steamed green beans. Mmmmmmm. There was a ton of food. I was definitely full after I was done. I really enjoyed my lunch here. They have some very delicious food, first class service and staff, and a hip and smooth vibe. I highly recommend checking this place out. read more

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Excellent service and great food. A little pricey but worth it to have so many options for brews and dishes. Also, easy walking distance from the hotel at which I was staying. My buddy LOVED the BBQ burger he got FYI. read more

I just moved to downtown SD and stumbled upon this gem! Love this place. Pay per ounce with all local beer, wine, and hard drinks. Food was amazing (Salad, fish and chips, and pasta)! I will frequent this place. Oh, one more thing-- homemade tartar sauce. I'm a tartar sauce guy, and this was one of the best recipes I've tasted. read more

Kitchen closes EARLY and sushi is only available at lunch on weekdays. But food is solid. Mac stands out above and beyond - super friendly, helpful - everything you want in an employee. He was even great with my kids. read more

The food here is always so delicious. My favorite thing here is to get the fries extra crispy with a large side of gravy. Because the gravy is so amazing. It's meaty and it has all the right spices and seasonings and it tastes amazing on the fries. And I don't like steak but I do like to get the steak frites here. The steak is tender and it's seasoned well. I never have pieces stuck in my teeth because it's too dry or anything like that. The people who work here are always so nice and they are always accommodating and willing to help you out. I love sitting inside. I love sitting outside. They have little things for the tables. Sometimes you have to ask for it to keep the flies away and sometimes they have live music. This is where we go when we just want a comfortable, affordable, a good meal. read more

If you are in the mood for classic American food and some good sushi thrown in there, along with a wide selection of beer, this is your spot in San Diego. Ordering is at the front and the cashier was amazing, super friendly, nice and patient with my family. His recommendations were spot on. We had the smash burger, the brisket sandwich, double crunch roll as an appetizer and the daily special- steak frites, Everything came to the table fresh. French fries were hot (the smithing crunchy kind) and the meat was cooked perfectly. The beer selection is expansive as well. The Hefe was delicious. The environment is relatively family friendly and I was surprised that for a Saturday night, it was not that busy. There is an inside seating area low seats and high seating, somewhat stark and minimal. Outside is nice with space heaters and a big TV screen. Highly recommend. read more

Hidden Craft - Beir von Bayern Hefeweizen - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Very relaxing place to come buy when wandering arounf SD downtown. They have a self serve service, quite interesting. Worth it if you are taking the amtrak! read more

Hidden Craft - Beer - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

All craft beer lovers, you've got to check out Hidden Craft! Just be mindful of how much you pour since you're in the drivers seat - it'll be tempting to keep the tap flowing! - PARKING - There are a few metered spots along the adjacent street, but also note that there is a trolley stop right at the entrance of Hidden Craft! Great for those that don't want to deal with circling around for parking, and also safe travels back home after a few drinks! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Great spot for Happy Hour, game days, and just for catching up with friends! There's outdoor seating where several dogs were roaming around, and inside has a decent amount of seating as well. It's not the biggest taproom, but I do like the tall ceilings and openness. The taps are lined up along one side of the taproom, and once you check in at the front, they'll give you a card that will keep track of how much beer you pour. After each pour, the screen will show you how much is added to your card bill. You then bring back your card to pay at the front once you're all done! - FOOD/DRINK - Great selection of beers, from all beloved breweries in San Diego. There were a few beers from breweries that I hadn't tried yet, so I was excited to have those! They also have Happy Hour deals on select taps, which are shown by yellow taps. There's tons of delicious bites to have and to share, and we got the following: - Smoked Mac n Cheese - Braised Brisket Poutine - Fish n Chips - Fig Flatbread - Craft Taco Trio All were delicious, but my favorite was the Smoked Mac n Cheese! - OVERALL - Great vibes, great beers, and great food! Would highly recommend for happy hour, or just for those that want a variety of beers to try! read more