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    4.7 (104 reviews)
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    Aimee C.

    Cutest roadside craft beer bar! The service was great and there was live music. Perfect ambiance

    Hard cider and a honey blonde ale (forgot which one)
    Vanessa L.

    Cute little beer hall with a nice patio! Went in the morning at opening for a quick stop w a friend. Got the hard cider and loved the fruity-ness of it. Friend got a honey blonde ale and it was so easy to drink

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    This place rocks! Very chill and a great variety of beer and ciders! I like the outdoor seating and the locals are friendly. They laughed at my jokes!

    beer flight, julian apple ciders
    Imee P.

    Our first time here, definitely not our last! Thank you to the friendly staff for being informative and helpful. Beautiful location and patio to enjoy drinks. Cheers!

    Tricia G.

    Christine is welcoming and gives you the local vibes you want while visiting Julian. Great beer and such a chill atmosphere. Add Cooler to your list of todos in Julian, you won't regret it!

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    Jorge M.

    Amazing server here! The ambiance is the best. Beer selection excellent! The merch is a must! Thank you to @Christine for taking care of us with the pours! Will be back very soon!

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    Lisa W.

    I was disappointed as it was a hot day but when I entered into the cooler it wasn't "cool". I was imagining an ice box... instead it was still warm and the inside is like any bar in Julian, hot. There were a ton of bar games, and it was free. We like! Big patio space with plenty of seatings. The bartender was nice. We like him, we felt he really did care if you got a good beer. A lot of their beers were from BNS brewery. My bf had the IPA and it was good. He enjoyed it. I got the hard kombucha (Boochcraft) my favorite and was satisfied.

    Beer flights! Many options, knowledgeable staff, good selection

    Such a fun hidden gem! Nicest people, great local beer, fun atmosphere, what more could you ask for? A must stop on the way to or from Julian.

    Nickel apple pie ale

    Very nice ambiance, a kind bartender named Talia helped us today, I got the Nickel apple pie ale; super good I wasn't sure if to eat or drink it! lol loved it!! Highly recommend stopping by here they've got great service as well

    Kaitlin V.

    Perfect place to stop as we were leaving Julian! Loved trying local Julian/San Diego beers. I also love any place with games. They had this great selection of board games, along with pool and live music/karaoke at night

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    Chelsey H.

    So much fun! We stayed in Wynola over July 4th weekend, and this place was our go-to spot. The staff/bartenders are wonderful. We lucked out and stumbled upon open mic night on Friday, which was full of talent. Saturday and Sunday they had live music from 1-4. The crowd was diverse, for a small town, making for a fun scene of people just wanting to hang and hear music. The post-Covid relief of being able to resume life was almost palpable. Bonus: there are misters for when it's hot and lots of dogs to pet!

    Samir B.

    Great spot. Christine is an amazing bartender. Tons of choices. Pool table. Music. Plenty of games and seating. Highly recommend!!!

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    Hands down best place to grab a beer and a game of pool while up in the mountains! Also... beer anyone???

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    The bartender, Christy, is very friendly and knowledgeable about the taps! Welcoming atmosphere and live music on Saturday and Sunday

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    Love the atmosphere and the brew. Gotta get the mead mixed with Julian hard cider black and blue

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    This biergarten is awesome. As soon as you walk in, there's a food truck immediately to your left…read moreserving wood-fired pizzas that are absolutely phenomenal. They also offer a great happy hour special Tuesday through Friday with $5 off pizzas. I don't remember the exact hours, so you'll want to check those before visiting. One of the things I love most about this place is the variety. There are three different brewery stations throughout the venue. I got a flight from the back room, where they serve mead, which is tough to find around San Diego. I ordered a flight, which came with six selections, and every single one was excellent. The staff here are fantastic. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and one of the chefs even came out to give the pups some pepperoni, which was a nice touch that definitely stood out. The space itself is huge with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a great place for groups to gather, relax, and enjoy a few drinks without feeling cramped. Overall, this is a fun and unique spot with great food, excellent drinks, and outstanding service. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back.

    This is a great space! Love meeting friends here - locals and tourists are always pleasantly…read moresurprised by this literal 'hidden' gem tucked in the middle of an industrial area (parking may take a bit to find). The main food available is from Pizza Cassette, which has delicious sandwiches and wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizza pies. Drinks are available from a brewery, a trendy and unique wine spot, and a meadery! Truly something for everyone. It's dog friendly and great for groups to still feel intimate with standing areas, barrel table tops and picnic style tables. There's usually always something happening like trivia night or live music, but heads up, they don't stay open too late - won't be an issue for most, but in case you're looking for a spot at 8pm, double check the hours, especially for food.

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    We sat at the bar top and had the most amazing experience with mekala as our bartender, definitely…read morewill be back just because of her!

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    Cardiff Crack Steak Sandwich was delicious.

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    36.5 mi
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    Stopped in at El Lugar de Nos and I'm still thinking about the food. I ordered the Tacos 84 (the…read moremeat is cooked for 84 hours!) and they were out-of-this-world good. Also tried the quinoa salad and a beet plate from the specials menu. Both were insanely delicious, with portions so big I couldn't even finish. The vibe inside is adorable. It's kind of shabby chic farmhouse, cozy but stylish. I had a spicy mezcal margarita that was smoky, refreshing, and came with a frozen watermelon garnish that was such a fun touch. Service was super friendly and attentive the whole time. Definitely recommend making a reservation since it gets busy. I'll absolutely be going back.

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