AleSmith Brewing Company

Huge space with a true hometown vibe! Tons of merchandise that perfectly blends San Diego culture with the brewery’s roots. Honestly, some of the best beer you’ll ever have. The only downside is that it’s a bit of a drive for me, but totally worth it!

This place is awesome! Dogs welcome. Excellent beer. SDSU ale is my new favorite! $5 off if you join their loyalty program. Easy parking. The nicest bathroom!

One of our new favorite spots, the drinks were delicious, the atmosphere was great, specially during a Padres game, we didn't try the food but it look really good and it's kid friendly and dog friendly! oh and cool merch at the store! Tony Gwynn's Museum was closed , which was a bummer but we will come back soon to visit it!

We hosted our wedding welcome event here in their upstairs private space and it was awesome. The whole staff was very helpful and friendly throughout the planning process and the space itself was very lovely and spacious. Our guests had a great time and I would highly recommend AleSmith to anyone who wants to host a private event. Very reasonably priced. And of course, great beers and drinks!

AleSmith is wonderful!!! This is a huge brewery and a staple in the San Diego brewing scene. In so many ways, it's an unsung hero of breweries to hang out at. They almost always have a food truck to grab a bite while you enjoy a huge variety of beer. Everything is well made, no offf flavor, and very clean. If you enjoy Stouts, they also feature a bunch of Speedway Stouts to choose from. This is one of the few breweries that can accommodate huge parties. You can also rent out sections for special events. There is line dancing some days of the week in the back room as well. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Additionally, a large bar top where you can stand or sit and grab a quick drink. They have a huge patio area and endless parking to accommodate everyone. Throughout the brewery, there are TVs with the sports games on. On any given day, you will visit and see them supporting a charity, SDSU, or hosting an enthusiasts group of some kind. They even host a car show one is a while that awesome. This brewery manages to maintain a small and local feel even though it is one of the most successful in San Diego. The staff is always helpful and attentive.

one of the greats. good selection and great food trucks outside.

First time visiting from Texas. Great tasting beer. Was able to watch the college football playoff games on the big screen. There are heaters and a large oblong firepit outside to keep you warm. There is a pizza food truck that serves delicious thin crust pizza. Such a great experience

I went for a smaller private event and loved the appetizers and small bites provided. The beer, sparkling water, and water were all perfect. I wish they had cider available but the host didn’t include this with drinks that were options. The outdoor patio is perfect for sunny or cloudy days. They have a large amount of shade and seating areas. They have food trucks that cycle through from people to order from. Parking can get busy so keep your eyes pealed early.

I've been going to AleSmith for over a decade and and I will say that no matter what style of beer you're looking for, AleSmith always delivers. If you're into stouts, they have quite possibly the best line up I've seen in the county. Speedway never disappoints! If it's your first time trying Speedway, I highly suggest getting a flight to try all the variations, especially since it's 12% and up! If you're looking for options, I'd suggest the cider, the kriek, 3.94, Nutbrown. Either way, you can't go wrong giving them a try!

Boy to people down in Miramar live this place. I mean LOVE IT. Want to go get lunch? Alesmith. Dinner? Alesmith. An event... You guessed it, Alesmith. Maybe it's that there's nothing else in the area? In all fairness to Alesmith, it is a pretty nice place. This place is a brewery, and the beer takes center stage. They do not sell food. There are food trucks and I see people bringing in outdoor food all of the time. They also have a very limited non-alcoholic selection (I mean it's a brewery, so ya know). There is plenty of indoor seating and there's a nice patio area as well. None of the seating is particularly comfortable. There are large screens showing the sports event. And there's a pretty cool Tony Gwynn museum if youre a Padres fan. So yeah, if you're doing something in Miramar. You were probably going to come to this place anyway.

Alesmith Brewing Company is a true gem that showcases the beauty of craft brewing. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the well-designed space, which is both spacious and inviting. It creates a perfect atmosphere for beer enthusiasts to gather and enjoy. The beer selection at Alesmith is simply outstanding. The one brew I tried was expertly crafted and bursting with flavor. It's no wonder I'm willing to travel all the way from Los Angeles just to savor their offerings. The passion and dedication that goes into each beer truly shine through. Adding to the experience was the staff, who were incredibly nice and Their knowledge of the beers and friendly demeanor made my visit even more enjoyable. It's clear that they genuinely care about the customer experience. Overall, I highly recommend Alesmith Brewing Company to anyone looking for high-quality craft beer in a welcoming environment. I can't wait for my next visit!

Excited to see the raclette stand and Beach bum burgers here today! As always the beer is delicious.

This place is oustanding ! Great food from Zoe's food truck, beers, service and ambiance were very good.

Great Vibes! Great place to have a private party in the back area. Bring your own DJ and dance party and drink!

My wife asked me a while back what's my favorite brewery? I replied with AleSmith!. Finally got to visit their new(ish) location, last time I got to visit they were in a smaller warehouse a couple streets down and the concept up of this place. Took beer home and got a sticker. Very friendly environment and spacious. They have the best beers

Legendary beers, but a note to staff (and management): someone working here absolutely loves country music and plays it all the time. Nothing wrong with that. But you DO know that country is the cilantro of genres-- and most people hate it. Kind of wrong for one of San Diego's flagship breweries. We're in Cali, not Alabama. Btw I love country but it feels excessive and off here

AleSmith Brewing Company in San Diego is an impressive spot. It's much more than just a brewery - it's an experience! I visited on a Friday afternoon and was amazed by how large the place is. There's ample parking, tons of seating, a huge bar area, and a separate section for buying packaged beers and merchandise. If you get hungry, there's a food truck in the parking lot that cooks up tasty food. Unique Features: What sets AleSmith apart is the variety of activities beyond just enjoying their beers. They have a Tony Gwynn Museum with baseball artifacts, an axe-throwing area, a massive barrel room in the back (where they also host dance classes), and even indoor virtual golf! It's a great place to hang out for more than just drinks, and there's something for everyone. Deals: We also scored an incredible deal during our visit. They were selling cases of 24 1-pint IPA beers for only $25! The quality of the beer is top-notch, and they were offering this amazing price because they were transitioning to a new season of beer and needed to move the old stock. It's rare to find such a great deal for craft beer at this caliber. Service: The service at AleSmith was fantastic. One of the staff members gave us a tour of the barrel room after we asked about the axe-throwing area. They really went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience and even ensured that we got the cases of beer at the perfect temperature. If you check in on Yelp, you also get a free beer koozie, which is a nice touch. Overall: AleSmith Brewing Company is more than just a brewery; it's a destination. From the excellent beer to the unique activities, this place has it all. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a beer and have some fun in San Diego!

Huge space, tons of seating inside, outside, upstairs... All the staff members I interacted with were great, they even were able to switch one of the TVs to a different sports game for me. Their drink options are nicely varied, something for every kind of drinker which I appreciated. Food trucks outside or bring your own.

Alesmiths flagship is a slick affair with great beers and special casks at the brewery. The Porter and classic Nut Brown Ale hit the spot! Didn't eat here but they had a pretty cool looking food truck serving some tasty Mexi dishes and a nice sitting area outside. Good spot for a session with friends and kid and dog friendly.

We came here because the were listed on a Forbe's Top 5 Breweries in San Diego. They have a giant, warehouse of an inside. Seating includes stools with barrels as tables, picnic tables. A couple of the garage doors open, making it feel bigger. There's even an upstairs. It's outside downtown San Diego so there is space. The service is quick. Lots of staff. Our flight was literally finished before I got my credit card out. The patio was a decent size but they had music on the patio and music from the inside. You could hear both and it was somewhat off-putting. Previously I'd had their .394 pale ale and enjoyed it and imagined their IPAs would be better. Normally a flag ship beer like that is good but not their best since hops and barrel aged cost more or storage limits production. In this case, the flagship was the best. Tried the Speedway, Speedway Barrel-Age Tiramisu, Ever Faithful IPA, IPA and didn't really enjoy any of them. It was mostly flavor, not malt or hops strength.

Fan-freaking-tastic dark beer selection here! (And well, everything, really!) I love Alesmith's Barrel-Aged Speedway Stout, Rye Barrel-Aged Doppelbock, Holiday Hero (Imperial Stout with Vanilla/Chocolate/Nutmeg), and most especially the Lost Prophet: Island Sojurn (Rye Whiskey Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout w Sri Lankan & Congolese Vanilla, Cacao and Coconut----SWOON!!!) The food truck out front is awesome, and will fix you up a 1/2 chips and 1/2 fries carne asada platter if you ask nicely (the best of both worlds!). Recently Chun P. and I were here to watch the Superbowl. Service was friendly, and a nice chill vibe. Bring your dog or children along if they are well-behaved. Otherwise, have your dog watch your kids at home, LOL.

This has become my weekly " go-to" when I want a casual meeting with colleagues. The beer is fresh and the ambiance is fantastic. Lots of space! The brewery hosts numerous local events and I see why. There is ample parking and access is simple, straight off of Miramar Road. And of course there is always Speedway Stout! Need I say more??

It was my first time visiting here with my friends and at the time, they had an event. We got to try their beers and they were good, and they have food trucks for food. Their team is nice, and we had a good conversation about the brewery, their recommended food, and others. They also have merch available for purchase. I will definitely come back here again next time.

Top notch brewery. This has some of my favorites beers. The speedway stout, the barrel aged versions, and barley wines. I have been coming here for year and I'll continue to visit.

Oktoberfest was so much fun! Biersal, Pastrami and Raclette food truck food was so so good! I was Alesmith rotated them in more often. They were a welcome change of pace from the mediocre Mexican and Italian trucks that always seem to be there. Beer tenders were awesome as always. Atmosphere and music was noisy and fun! Thanks for a great afternoon!

What don't I love about Alesmith? A fantastic tap selection to hit a win for literally every beer palate. Great IPAs, staples like their Nut Brown, sours, pale ales, and our favorites - the malty speedway stout varieties. Staff is incredibly friendly. Site is huge, lots of parking, dog and kid friendly, and they always have at least one fantastic food truck on site. Cheers!!!

Best spot to watch the game and drink some good beer. Food trucks are also great kid dog friendly.

Super atmosphere. I like when the happy hour planner in my company chooses this brewery for gatherings. It could potentially sound intimidating as we post-pandemic folks don't know each other in real life and meeting colleagues from other teams can sound daunting task. Every gathering here is a total success and the food truck a great addendum for the food needs. The brewery is so spacious in and out yet feels cozy and welcoming. I have tried several beers, all great and always fun times.

This has to be the largest single location of an independent local brewery in San Diego. It is as beloved as they come. It is certainly one of my favorites. The craft beer pilgrimage to San Diego is not complete without experiencing this place. The building seems as tall as it is wide. It has a great combination of indoor and outdoor seating, along with food trucks. The gift shop is the most impressive I've seen at an independent San Diego brewery. Speedway Stout tops their list of legendary beers. Breathtaking views of fighter jets are an added bonus, given its proximity to the Marine Corps Air Station at Miramar. My favorite beer during my most recent visit was the German Chocolate Cake--one of my favorite desserts--edition of Speedway Stout.

So this is situated in Mira Mesa area. Didn't know that. And now that I know , gonna take me quiet a trip to make it here. Or just find their produce as usual in the neighborhood stores which is a hit or miss. Cool place to be at. It's summer so beat the heat while sitting here on the first or second floor. My advise , come one come all .. no worries if you've even got a caravan.

Visiting out of town for work. Drove with coworkers from downtown San Diego to specifically get the Speedway Stout (and all the versions...I think there were 6 different ones when I visited). Best stouts I've ever had and worth the drive. If you like Speedway as much as I do, make sure you have a good designated driver.

Did a brewery crawl with friends for a birthday celebration and had a really good time at this place. The atmosphere was fun and it was definitely spacious with a second floor and outside seating. There also was a food truck onsite when we got hungry. There also happened to be a mini anime con so it was pretty chill seeing vendors and some peeps in cosplay.

What a crappy experience. My husband was so excited for the advertised Padres watch party they advertised. We go, there was absolutely nothing special happening other than the tvs that WERE turned on had the game. We went up stairs spent a boat load of money while watching the game and then at the bottom of the 8th a worker came up and told us we had to go downstairs if we wanted to watch the rest of the game. At the bottom of the 8th!!!?! So okay we go downstairs and there is absolutely nowhere for our big group to sit. Unless we wanted to stand our only option was to get in the car and listen to the ending. Basically felt like we were kicked out and seriously during an ADVERTISED WATCH party???? Definitely will not be back

The beer here is more hype than it is actually great. I only had high expectations since this is one of SD's oldest and most iconic breweries. Granted they do have a good food trucks, plenty of space for people to hang out, even play BP, and they have a backstage for concerts and standup comedy shows. So you'll have a good time regardless. On the beer side, I had pints of their Torrey Haze IPA, and THE Cold IPA, which were pretty solid I had tasters of their cranberry ale, coffee kolsch, and coffee imperial coconut porter which were only ok. Although, the cranberry ale is one of their signature beers and I did see a lot of people get it so maybe it's just not for me

Really big place with an outdoor firepit to hang out near. They dont serve food but they had a great mexican food, food truck outside. Bartenders were very friendly. I just wish they had a better beer selection. Half of their beers are Bourbon Barrel Aged and thats just way too strong like liquor for some of us. Otherwise, a great spot!

Such a nice spot to grab a few drinks with friends! They have multiple seating areas - outside, inside by the bar and the indoor upstairs area! The bartenders were super friendly and we enjoyed all of the beers in our flight. The watermelon gose is just the right amount of sour to make it easily drinkable. The stouts were all SO flavorful as well. We will definitely be back.

A great brewery in a great space. Fun, family friendly atmosphere. A nice selection of beers and food trucks everyday. They do a great job with Speedway Stout and its variant's along with European style lagers / Pilsners, dark & malty brews. Great service team as well. Really friendly, helpful crew. And Jeff from AleSmith goes above and beyond every time we have come in. Give that man a raise!

This place was a whole lot of fun. Great environment, quality beers and the option where they also had entertainment. .394 is a go-to everyday beer for me so I was definitely able to have a nice pour here. That being said, I LOVE sours and theirs were definitely niche marketed and not for me. Actually, I was highly disappointed because while they marketed them as specialty they were just too far away from good.

Great ambiance with tons of seating areas. I tried the "horny devil," which has a banana after taste. This was a unique drink & I've never really had banana in a beer, but it was good. The cranberry ale was another good drink. But my favorite that I tried was probably their michelada, which actually had a kick of spice to it!

Great beer and ambiance. Employees provide excellent customer service and kept my mug full of beer. I would recommend this place to any beer drinker in the area.

Alesmith Brewing Company is like a beer lover's playground! The Friday visit was a blast - the place is colossal, and the fall-themed decorations added an extra dose of charm. Right at the entrance, there's an axe throwing station for some pre-beer shenanigans - talk about a unique welcome! My coworker and I dove into the Barrel Aged Speedway Stout, and wow, it's like a party in your mouth! At 13.3% ABV, it's a flavor explosion with hints of vanilla, chocolate, and a touch of bourbon. Highly recommend, but hey, remember to pace yourself - this brew means business! Feeling peckish? No worries, check out the daily food truck lineup on their website. Pizza, tacos, Italian - they've got your cravings covered. And of course, you can't leave without snagging some cool brewery merch. Did you know Alesmith is the genius behind the Padres beer .394? That's like sipping on a piece of sports history! The brewery offers plenty of space to kick back and enjoy your brew, and if you need more elbow room, there's a second story to explore. Service? Lightning fast - I got my beer in 30 seconds flat! While it wasn't too crowded during my visit, I heard things pick up around 5-6, so plan accordingly. Bottom line: Alesmith Brewing Company is a must-visit in Miramar, especially if you're up for a Friday fiesta! Cheers to good times and great beer!

AleSmith was a brewery that I tried out recently and really enjoyed. We tried three different beers from this brewery, all in which we were impressed with and enjoyed! The first beer was the Nut Brown Ale. A malty, sweet beer with a hint of coffee to it. It was a fairly light beer too which was nice. After that though we moved to some more heavier beers. Their porter was the next one up to bat. This one too had coffee flavor as well as a good smokiness to it. A very good porter. The final one was their Speedway Stout which also had a coffee flavor to it like the other two but also had strong and boozy characteristics to it which was very enjoyable. Very solid beers from this San Diego based brewery and I was glad they proved themselves so well!

This brewery is so spacious and when I went they had a corn hole tournament. Their hazy IPAs are a bit disappointing but the cool bartenders make up for it. I just wish the hazys were more fruity and hazy.

Still a great place to go! Tonight I went to Alesmith with my wife and our son. They had a taco truck which was amazing and I got a flight of beers. My wife got a beer as well. I was super happy with every single one of my beers. I was pleasantly surprised they had a sour--not all places so. My favorites are sours and stouts--I love them both. They had 3 stouts which were excellent. The ambiance is casual and easy going. Music is usually pretty loud, but not too bad (and I can be noise sensitive). They had a private party going on upstairs, too. So they rent the 2nd story out. Very busy place on a Saturday night but I was grateful to be able to find a low picnic table to sit on with the family. Overall, super happy with its Alesmith and the food truck options. We will be back for sure!

Great location and good service. Multiple draft beers are on tap. Come to watch sports and enjoy the fun.

This was my first time at Ale Smith in the Miramar area and it did not disappoint. This place is huge and has indoor and outdoor seating. They may not serve food but like most breweries now you can find a food truck outside to grab a bite to eat. The staff was amazing and friendly, they definitely know their beers and provide great service. There are plenty of tv's to catch games on but we were meeting here with a large group and found a quiet open space upstairs to do what we had to do with plenty of privacy and space! Highly recommend for groups and beer lovers alike!

We came to this brewery with a couple of friends. Beer is on the pricey side but it's good! When we went there was a food truck that had pizza. FYI: bring cash! They didn't accept cash in the food truck. They had a corn hole tournament in the back - we found out late so we couldn't join. They have a large indoor area and a store to buy goodies or beer to go. They are dog friendly! Everybody know that's already a plus. The only downside is that the patio is cover by the building so even in a sunny day you won't be able to enjoy being in the sun.

Rhonda and Jules are the most amazing servers at Petco Park. We would rather sit up at the bar with them then in our seats. We are season-ticket holders.

I've been a customer of Alesmith for years. Held corporate events, birthday parties, and countless group functions. But after my last experience, I'm done. What happened was nothing short of outrageous. I was falsely accused by an employee of touching them--something that never happened--and to make matters worse, another employee took it upon themselves to publicly humiliate me in front of everyone, including my wife, my child and may employees. I was asked to leave in the rudest, most condescending way imaginable, and it was done loudly enough to ensure everyone around us had a front-row seat to my humiliation. It was completely demoralizing, not just for me, but for the people I was with. How do you think that reflects on me professionally? This place took a situation that didn't exist and turned it into an embarrassing spectacle. It was unprofessional, disrespectful, and absolutely disgusting. After years of supporting this business, this is the thanks I get? Public shame, humiliation, and false accusations? I'll be telling everyone I know to avoid this place. If this is how they treat loyal customers, I can't imagine how they treat anyone else. They've lost my business for good.

With stone having sold out, this is one of the largest caft breweries in San Deigo. Alesmith has a solid legacy here in San Diego, speedway stout is now a stable imperial stout for the area. The owner Peter is a great guy and has supported the homebrew and local home cheese makers community for many years. They don't have to, but every time the local beer club or cheese making club has reached out we have been welcomed. I'm here at least 3 times a month and they always have good beer. Looking forward to more cheese in the future as well! They have a pretty good Halloween fright night event and others and a whole museam dedicated to Tony Gwynn for you Padres fans. They also have collaboration brews with many other local breweries and are now IMO a cornerstone of the San Diego beer scene. Some great beers for people looking for something other than IPA. They have a great ESB and Brown ale. Classic styles that are good any time of the year.

This place is a really nice place to have some good Barrel Aged Beers. Used to love this place when I got started into barrel aged. The very first Vietnamese Stout I tasted in 2014 spun my wheels the coffee was so good. I really love their BASS too, Barrel Aged Speedway Stout. Was able to drink fresh or properly store for up to 5 years. They made a specific Barrel Room which you have to know the secret word to get in...Stupid, think that was the word. It used to be this tiny little place that was always crowded till they turned it into what looks like a Commercial Enterprise. All in all, still enjoy a good Barrel Aged Beer from time to time as long as I didn't keep them too long before cracking.

Great vibe - casual, welcoming, friendly, helpful. Every single beer we sampled was flavorful, cold, and kinda warm at the same time on a very rainy SoCal day. So happy we stopped into this pet-friendly spot - oh and a Food Truck too.

Oh my god! I've never had so much fun in my life. They are doing an interactive @ScareVenture haunt maze this year with a Halloween market!!!! I would definitely recommend anyone who wants a break from the world for a while to come here and have some real fun. It really lit me up!!! Check it out !!! Kudos again to an awesome night on the town!!

I'm a huge fan of Alesmith. This is a great local brewery and I love recommending it to friends! -great beer selection! -good food truck. -dog friendly (both inside and outside) -nice patio with fire pits -plenty of seating options -the Tony Guinn Museum is definitely worth checking out Parking can get difficult when they're hosting Watch parties.

Trying all the Malty beers!! Pretty excited!!! Alright a real review coming up! But Brown - they taste feels like a light spritzer with a decadent but dismissive almost coffee-type flavor. It's good if you're taking it easy. Olde Ale - definitely Haughty and mouth full feel and has a almost smooth steady zing that makes me think, "Dayum and then whoaaa!" Old. Numbskull is such a perfect chaser for the SpICY sebedaba (sorry, can't spell). Man the pulled pit is soooo juicyyy. Man! Sorry the beer is good. Once second. Bite! Damn thas gewd! Okay. Port O.N. - smooth and almost taste like a decadent chocolate cake after the spicy taco. The pairing miraculously harmonizes perfectly! Wednesday Taco days with Alesmith Brewing Company and Artesano Taco with Carlos! He's got you! Man I am coming back with or without co-workers! Tomorrow is Italian night! Should be amazing too. If you haven't been here or they taking too long at Cutwater Brewery, you should be here!

Alesmith has been a staple brewery in Miramar for as long as I can remember. Best move was moving into this larger space--so much room to bring friends, family, co-workers, etc. Their outdoor area is relaxing, especially with the fire pit and food truck. I recently tried out the upstairs section and my group was able to converse and enjoy our Friday night. As for the beer, whenever someone asks me what a stout is, I tell them to try Alesmith's standard Speedway Stout. It is delicious and reliable. The staff are always welcoming and ready to recommend a beer to those who aren't sure of what to order.

This is a larger brewery with a San Diego Padres connection. All of their brews are perfectly delicious. What sets this place apart (aside from their menu); this place is gigantic and might be the largest brewery we visited on our self-made brewery tour of Miramar (it's a toss up between here and Ballast Point). There are so many areas to sit and enjoy your beverage(s); patio, upstairs, downstairs, and a private event room. This location is perfect for catching a game, there are many TVs throughout the location.