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Viewpoint Brewing

4.2 (1.3k reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Classy
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Dogs allowed

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Farmer's Market Salad & House Fries
Jennifer A.

Nice brewery and restaurant in Del Mar that opens out to the lagoon. It was pretty busy on a Saturday afternoon, so make a reservation online instead of just walking in. The farmers market salad was super fresh and definitely big enough to share between 2 people. Very nice wait staff. Food and drinks came out within 10 minutes of ordering. $127 for 3 meals and a couple drinks + parking via valet or paid lot nearby.

Pre-Selected Hoppy Flight
Linh P.

If you're looking for a brewery with serious coastal vibes, Viewpoint Brewing in Del Mar is a must-visit. The space is huge, open, and modern, with a really relaxed indoor/outdoor setup that makes it perfect for sunny San Diego afternoons. The highlight here is definitely the atmosphere, you get beautiful views of the San Dieguito Lagoon, lots of natural light, and a breezy, social vibe that works for everything from brunch to happy hour. It's also super dog-friendly, which makes it even better if you're hanging out after a beach day. Beer-wise, they've got a solid rotating tap list with a mix of easy-drinking lagers, IPAs, and some more creative house brews. A flight is a great way to explore since there's usually something for everyone. The food is surprisingly good for a brewery too, think elevated pub food like burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, truffle fries, and brunch options. Service is generally friendly and laid-back, though it can get busy on weekends, so expect a bit of a wait or consider a reservation. Overall: great spot for views, vibes, and casual food + drinks. Not the most "craft beer nerd" focused brewery in San Diego, but absolutely one of the best for hanging out and enjoying the scenery. Would I go back? 100%, especially for a sunset drink or weekend brunch. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gDDj3H/

Chicken Adobada Chilaquiles (sour cream & eggs on the side)
Brandon M.

Cool spot, great views, and friendly staff. The product itself wasn't my favorite, though. Decent place to try at least once. 1. Parking is paid. There's a dirt lot or valet. Valet is $6 before tip. There are a few free spots near the hiking trail if you're lucky. 2. Myself and many other guests experienced dirty glasses (lipstick marks). Server said they've been troubleshooting improving it so I hope they figure it out soon. 3. Servers all work together to split sections. Ironically, it made it kinda difficult to track things though, since 3 different people might give you 1 update each, but I'd rather have a 1 progressive update on missing items (compared to 3 different people checking from square 1). 4. They were super sweet and apologetic for the delays. Very busy since it was Easter so gotta factor that in. Comped one of our food items and offered dessert. 3 to 4 stars out of 5.

Grilled fish tacos
Vittoria H.

Not locals to the area but had some time to kill and decided to stop in. The brewery has ample seating indoors and outdoors and its nice to sit outdoors if the weather is fair. There's a nice view of the lagoon and trail if you choose to sit outdoors. It is about a 10min walk to the bridge. Its dog friendly! I noticed several water bowls throughout the property. Parking was tight. It was a week day, middle of the day so I can't imagine how parking is on the weekends. Just as we were leaving, we saw signs for valet parking at $6, perhaps this goes into effect at 4pm and onwards ? The food is underwhelming. I ordered the grilled fish tacos. There simply is not enough fish in the taco. I requested more avocado crema and put both the orange house made salsa and additional avocado cream to my tacos. The ceviche is not prepared traditionally and had an ailoi. There was also not much seafood in the dish. The chips that came with the ceviche didn't taste fresh. They were not warm, no signs of grease and were actually kinda hard. Lastly, my friend ordered a caesar salad. It was odd to see kale in the salad and according to him, the whole salad tasted off. He felt it was prepared with a different type of dressing. I didn't try it. Long story short, come for the brews and the view, the food, not so much. Service was great.

Menu
Tammy D.

The places got some nice seating and views and I don't drink beer so there's no review on that. There's some TVs with sports going, but the real negativity is the food. I did not like the farmers burger and chose the salad over the fries with just plain lettuce.. The burger was hard to eat. I tried to cut through. It could not do to their fried onions. My friend got the fish and chips and he did not like it at all. Also, it's important to know that there is no free parking either pay a dollar per 15 minutes or six dollars valet

Artichoke Flatbread
Shreyasi D.

We stopped by Viewpoint Brewing Co. without a reservation and were seated right away at one of their communal tables. The shared seating and beautiful views made for the perfect setting. there's nothing better than enjoying a fun evening with friends while meeting new ones along the way. The service was excellent: friendly, attentive, and quick. We enjoyed a glass of wine from their well-curated selection and were especially happy to find a Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley. The flatbread was warm and soft, and the mac and cheese was rich and wonderfully creamy. Overall, a great spot for good food, good drinks, and great company. Parking is a pain--$20 bucks at the lot. Or $6 valet.

Adobada Fries
Bella A.

Found this place while in san Diego for soccer. It was a cute location with a nice view. Got seated quickly. The food was really good we had different options. We will definitely be back. Our server was nice and attentive

Shrimp tacos
Rick G.

Our family met at Viewpoint for lunch today. I have to say this is a nice set up with patio seating and a view . There are plenty of food options on the menu. I have to say, The food was very good with healthy portions. I had the Shrimp tacos and they were very tasty. Unfortunately, they only had one server for all of the patio tables, so it took a little longer to order and get our food. Our server was nice and the restaurant and bathrooms were clean. Parking is tricky, it's either valet or paid parking in the adjacent lot.

Terri G.

Viewpoint is a fun brewery with great views and atmosphere. The food was delicious and they serve overall generous portions. I ordered the fish tacos and while the amount of fish was skimpy, the plate was large and I very much enjoyed the citrusy salad that came with the tacos. Service was a bit slow at first but once the waitress took our order, the food came out relatively quickly. The parking lot is valet so that sucks, but the only other option is a paid parking lot next door. Overall, I probably wouldn't return because it didn't wow me enough to choose it over trying something new.

Belgian Dubbel
Jason L.

Viewpoint Brewing is a unique restaurant/brewery in an old warehouse sitting on an inlet with views of said inlet and the Del Mar Fairgrounds. It isn't much to behold upon pulling in but, once inside, it's far more spacious than it appears from the outside and has a pretty nice view. They offer up about 30 beers in a nice variety of styles. Yours truly had the Belgian Dubbel and it was quite nice. The food is mostly new American; burgers, sandwiches, some tacos mixed in...charcuterie...you get the idea. I had the fried Thai chicken sandwich and it was aromatic, homy and delicious (and came with a ton of fries). Our server couldn't have been friendlier and service was prompt. $6 valet-only parking out front. Would 100% go back.

Kid cheeseburger with fries. HUGE for a kids burger. We got pickles added.
Patricia C.

My family came here for brunch after some mini golf at Pelly's. We conveniently valet parked for $6. You pay as you leave which was helpful so I could break up a larger bill at the bar. The atmosphere is awesome. Wonderful view of the marsh, multiple options for seating inside, outside, and there were heaters. We got to see an amazing rainbow. A very dog friendly establishment with water bowls and there were at least 2 dogs there when we visited! Service was friendly though not so quick and attentive. It is a bit of a laid back vibe all around, which works for me most days except when I have to get somewhere soon. There is a kids menu which is one of the major drivers of restaurant selection for me. Fries were really good. The kid cheeseburger was pretty large and they added pickles. My son really liked the mac & cheese that we got as a side, though he didn't like it as much as Karl Strauss'. My daughter got the pancakes. She is a very picky eater but enjoyed a chemistry like event of concocting a suitable dipping sauce mixing syrup with berry compote. She didn't eat a lot of the pancakes but enjoyed the fries we ordered as a side. The adults all classified their entrees as "okay". For me, there was just a lot going on and maybe trying too hard across the dishes. I got the Croissant Breakfast Sandwich and each of the ingredients tasted decent alone but the composite just was too much all at once. My friend got the Hot Chicken & French Toast. She said the French Toast part was good. The chicken was ok. It is a gorgeous atmosphere and a wonderful place to chill with friends, so I would recommend this place for those aspects alone!

Lorraine F.

I've been here a few times for a soccer game watch party and just to dine. It's a restaurant + brewery with plenty of seating, indoors & outdoors, and a nice view. Parking is valet only, which is pretty unique nowadays but I don't mind it. For the most recent watch party I attended, I really appreciated the service and the team's ability to move efficiently around lunch time. It was a big game so the place was packed - every single seat taken and many were just standing. The staff did a great job managing the pressure that comes with that level of busy-ness. From a watch party perspective, I do with there were more screens / TVs in the space. Overall a solid place in the area. I would come back here again.

Caesar-ish Salad
Alyssa N.

Unfortunately did not like my visit here. We visited on a Sunday around lunchtime. They require you to valet in their lot or resort to sharing street parking with the trail nearby. Unnecessary in my opinion. I ordered a not so Caesar salad with fried chicken. The dressing on this salad was not good - sour, watery, and did not coat the salad well. The chicken was also dry. Our food took a long time to come out too. While our server was nice, the salad really knocked off some points!

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Always very busy but ambiance is good. Nice view as well. Parking can be difficult but they accommodate a big group with kids very well

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Ask the Community - Viewpoint Brewing

Is their vallet free?

I believe it was $5 on Saturday during my last visit

Do they accept cash?

Yes

Are there TVs? Would this be a good spot to watch football?

This is not a sports bar vibe. I wouldn't recommend for games.

Is there a happy hour menu?

I don't think so. More like Happy to get a parking spot and Happy to get a seat, especially if the weather's good.

Do they have any vegan options?

Yes, a great veggie mezze type entree and other sides and salads that are vegan or vegetarian and could be made vegan.

What is parking like here?

they have their own (tiny) lot. Theres a dirt lot paid parking as you turn on the road. Beware they limit you to two hours so dont pay for more parking time!

Is there a dress code?

Shoes and shirt required. Flip flops welcomed.

Do they allow dogs? Inside or outside?

They allow dogs

How's their happy hour?

No happy hour but great prices all day

Does this place offer any drinks other than beer? Have a gluten allergy but going with a group. Thanks.

They offer wine - no hard alcohol, and may have a gluten-free beer? You may want to give them a call - they are very helpful!

Is it kid friendly?

Yes, there's outside seating that is nice

Is this place kid friendly?

There is an area for planning but not generally a kid environment

Is this dog friendly?

i am not a dog....but i've seen dogs there. you could ask them

Is the food good?

It's good, not great. I found it priced high for the portions/value, but good accompaniment to beer.

I am interested in dining here but the wine prices look outrageous. Really? By the way, I'm talking about the bottles of wine, not by the glass...especially the premium bottles.

Let me see if I get this straight...you're going to a brewery. For wine. And the prices don't suit you. Especially the premium bottles? I want you to read that back again. Say it out loud.

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