North Park Beer Company - Bankers Hill

I think San Diego breweries have an eye for design. The pattern of gold and green wallpaper works really well among the stained wood and warm lights. The beer itself great as well. The double hazy was crisp and fruity which is my kind of beer. We also got a vegan patty melt but it was just decent. Impossible meat is always pretty good but the cheese was an interesting texture and that is all that was on the burger. The fries were also decent with nothing really standing out in particular. The staff was pretty friendly and helped us decide between a few we were stuck on. Parking is actually not too bad considering its next to the park which seems to have a decent amount on the edge. Overall a great spot to grab a beer.

North Park has Great Beer and Tasty food. Staff were friendly and their service was top notch with attention and speed. They had ample beer options across all styles of their delicious beverages including NA beer, kombucha, ciders. I definitely recommend the burger with tots as both were very tasty. Overall this is an amazing place to grab a great drink and enjoy a good flavorful meal.

Came here for lunch and got the lunch special which was a great deal. They have some of the best beer in San Diego and they are dog friendly. A great place to come to if you want a tasty brew and a bite.

Best burger I have had in years. I’m not a fan of 2 paddies but this burger was off the charts. Awesome beer selection. Friendly staff and great atmosphere!

Nice corner location a short distance from the zoo with one side outside in the sun the other in the shade. Dogs allowed in the outdoor seating only. I had the DDH Hazy IPA, Art is Hard. Food looks good on other customers tables. Polite service at the counter

The IPA was really good but the chicken sandwich was like trying to chew through rubber. The sauce blob on the chicken was added lazily. The fries were really good though. And this spot isn't in a sketchy part of town with a bunch of homeless, so that's different and nice

Delicious food, mostly pub grub done very well angreat beer. A lot of IPAs, but they did have pilsner, stout and a Belgian as well as a lambic and an interesting light seltzer. Pup friendly on the outside patio.

Love the vibe at this location! Great beer and burgers... what more can you ask for? 🍺 Cheers!!

While wandering around Bankers Hill, we spotted North Park Beer Company at the corner of Fifth and Redwood and decided to give it a try - it was a good call! The location is gorgeous, industrial-modern-chic vibes with rich greens and golds, woods, metals and concrete. Really cool space! It's open-air, so the inside is connected to the patios via garage style doors, so on good weather days, which is pretty much always here, you are solid whether inside or out. For booze, they had a good selection of house staples and a cool list of rotating taps as well plus kombucha ciders, canned wines and canned cold brew! You could also take a four pack of your favorite home if you happened to fall in love with something while there. Food menu is mostly American classics you'd expect to find in a spot like this including burgers, salads, wings, tendies and more. They do offer a few things such as tacos, nachos, bbq sandwiches, and even poutine. We went with the happy hour special which was a standard cheeseburger, fries and a beer for $15! Additionally we split the chicken nachos and I got a Vanilla Maple Cold Brew. The food was solid, well prepared, hot and just as we ordered. Prices were fair and everything was worth it for sure. Service was cool. The bartender was chill and helpful. Overall, definitely a fan of North Park Beer Company, and will certainly be back!

I think San Diego breweries have an eye for design. The pattern of gold and green wallpaper works really well among the stained wood and warm lights. The beer itself great as well. The double hazy was crisp and fruity which is my kind of beer. We also got a vegan patty melt but it was just decent. Impossible meat is always pretty good but the cheese was an interesting texture and that is all that was on the burger. The fries were also decent with nothing really standing out in particular. The staff was pretty friendly and helped us decide between a few we were stuck on. Parking is actually not too bad considering its next to the park which seems to have a decent amount on the edge. Overall a great spot to grab a beer.

5 stars for the beer, 3 stars for the lackluster service. I wouldn't say service is bad, it's just rather "ehh". I come for here for the NEIPAs & the easier parking (compared to their OG location) so I'll work with it lol. When I'm in the area, this is the brewery I'm coming to when I want a juicy Hazy IPA. The ambiance is modern and chic, almost too upscale for a brewery lol. Additionally, there is another very well known brewery within walking distance from this that happens to brew some mean NEIPAs if that's what you're into. If you're visiting Balboa Park, it's close enough that you could walk to and fro.

If you are a beer affectionate, North Park Beer Company has to be high on your list in San Diego. I have friends that are super star beer drinkers from the Bay Area and they always hit North Park Brewing up for a large sampling when they are in San Diego. Service is always friendly and fast with lots of cool places to sit. You can come in for one beer or a session and I always find this particular location to be a cool place to just chill and relax.

Great beer and a cool atmosphere! The service was very friendly and fast. The food was just okay, but I was happy with how many vegetarian options there were, and a few vegan options as well. I liked all of the IPAs I tried. Prices are a bit higher than I'm used to. The brewery is located conveniently near the west side of Balboa park, and it seemed to have a lot of street parking nearby.

We were craving some hamburgers and this place came up. When ordering, you order at the bar. We got the bbq bacon smash and the bacon grilled cheese. Both were very good. Came with a lot of fries. Place had plenty of seating inside and out. The server at the bar was kind and patient with us when ordering. So many items on the food menu looked good. They had plenty of beer, kombucha, and cider options. Street parking was available and was somewhat difficult finding a spot when we came.

The drinks were good but we thought the bartender left a lot of room in the glasses, I should've taken a better photo when we first got them. The food was disappointing and the fries were soggy.

We enjoy coming to North Park for beer and burgers. Their crunchy chicken is very good and quite the handful. The rotation of beers are great, but I generally stick to the larges and wheat beers. The seating is great for large parties. Great neighborhood joint.

So on my turn around d business trip to San Diego, I wanted to go to lunch at Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe. Lucked out with parking on the street right in front only to find out it was closed for the day because Jimmy had passed! I saw him last time I was in San Diego and saw how much he was loved by the patrons. Anyway, because I was already parked and North Beer Co was a little ways down the street I went in. Happy to find out that they had a brunch menu- brief but what I had was yummy. It was a well done breakfast plate with patatas bravas, eggs, Texas toast and a nice slice of thick bacon. It hit the spot! I also had a vanilla espresso drink? Anyway, it was tasty and I had a great view as there was a very open layout.

This is one of my favorite breweries! Their beers are phenomenal! This location has lots of seating both inside and outside. I visited this brewery when I was in San Diego for a weekend getaway with my wife. I grew up in San Diego and have tried lots of breweries there and this brewery makes the best beer in the county. Will definitely visit the brewery every time I visit San Diego in the future!

They had me at dessert served here! I cannot say enough good things about this place. Great food, drinks and non-alcoholic drinks, plenty of real estate inside, great spot for people watching, close to downtown and the airport. Did I mention dog-friendly, indoor and outdoor seating. The parking can be a little tight because it is close to Balboa Park but if you're OK taking ankle express you will be fine. The layout of this place is open and inviting for small to large groups to hangout, eat or work on your laptop. The drink menu is organized on the wall behind the counter and it lists the name of the drinks and their alcohol percentage. The food menu is printed out and next to the cashier and made to order. Did I mention it is easy to find and there was a family with their kids enjoying it their meal together. There is a nice breeze coming up from Quince street valley so bring your jacket if you're sitting outside or near the opening. If you need to get your caffeine fix there is a coffee place across the street.

NORTH PARK BEER COMPANY!! My boyfriend always comes here to pick up here to pick up some beer cans to-go and I decided to come along for the journey! The place itself is so bright, vibrant, and I definitely would come here just to grab drinks and sit around with my friends. Service was quick, my boyfriend got a bunch of 4 packs of their drinks and it was one of the collaborative drinks with another brewery. The beer was super flavorful, tasty, and it was definitely a recommendation! Each 4 pack is about $20-$22, the one we got was a total of $66 for 3 pack of 4 cans. Overall, the experience was great and I'd recommend coming back. The only star that lost me was that no one greeted us or acknowledged, and parking was very limited. We were parked on a side street in front of an apartment complex that had 3 minute loading zone, the area itself is on a corner street so finding spots is hard.

what i ordered | smash burger | cider taste | solid cider and smash burger service | wasn't too busy so food came out quickly, solid cider parking | street notes | they have locations in North Park and Bankers hill!

A group of friends and I stopped here to grab food towards the end of our 7 bridges urban hike, and it was a welcomed break for both us and our pups. Speaking of, we loved that we ended up having the entire side fenced patio to ourselves with all of our dogs and it was perfect for us! I opted to try the nachos, which were pretty average, but after seeing my friend's chicken tenders, I realized I defintiely made a mistake! The tenders looked amazing, and they were huge! It would have easily fed me for 3 meals. Everyone also seemed to really enjoy the fries.

So, North Park Brewing Company in Hillcrest is kinda confusing since there's also a North Park location, and I'm not sure if they're related. If they are, it's a mystery why they don't have different names or something. But anywayssss, I came on a Monday night at 8 PM, and parking was a bit of a pain, like most places in Hillcrest. The staff was chill, though, and there were only a handful of people around, so it wasn't too crowded. There's a nice patio where you can sit with dogs, which is a plus. A bummer though...they don't offer tastings of their guest beers, but my charm got me a quick taste anyway. I ended up going for the vanilla-flavored beer, whose name I forgot. But it was pretty strong and came in a 10oz pour. The place itself had really comfy seating including some booths with outlets and even though we were at a high table, I didn't get that uncomfortable "butt pain" that sometimes happens. The noise level was low, and the other patrons were all super chill. They do serve food, but it didn't look super appetizing to me / nothing on the menu really caught my attention but probably better than dive bar food though. They also sell beers to go in 16oz cans, so I grabbed a coffee nitro can to take with me (someone bought it for me, which was nice). Overall, it's a solid spot with a relaxed vibe and probably should be a 4 star spot but I just didn't leave feeling like it had that extra umph if needed to get that extra star. Parking and food options might not make it a regular stop for me but the beer and the vibes makes me want to come back and try it again. If you're in the area and looking for a quiet place to chill, you should pop by.

I'm giving this place four stars for its great ambiance, excellent service, and--most of all--the fantastic beer. The food, unfortunately, left a bit to be desired. My burger was a bit sloppy, though it tasted fine. My partner's patty melt looked more like something from a high school cafeteria. It's a casual setup with walk-up ordering and first-come, first-served seating, so don't expect full table service. That said, the beer is outstanding--easily the highlight--and the atmosphere is perfect for watching sports. All in all, while the food didn't wow us, the drinks and vibe definitely make it worth a visit.

The fries are good but with a third of left notice only bacon flavor only. Then i notice the becon was thicker the 2 smashed burger patties. Not a great place.

This location is pretty nice. I visited this one after the North Park location and this has more of a neighborhood bar vibe. I visited pretty late so only got to try a few beers. Beer I tried: Carving is Hard: Slightly hoppy, smooth. Fidens (Triple Kapiti): Very bitter bubblegum. I liked it and would come back again.

We love that this place is so close to our apartment and we were happy to try it out!! Good selection of beer. We had their fries which come with three vegan sauces/dips, which is always exciting as sauce people! All three were great, especially for being vegan sauces. There are two smallish patios & both are dog-friendly. It's street parking along fifth ave, so on weekends recommend going to fourth ave and through the neighborhoods to park-- but there are some cute streets to walk on while getting to this spot :) Looking forward to coming back to try more.

Beer company with some BOMB smash burgers and crunchy fries! I went to the Bankers Hill location which is near Balboa/downtown (and can have some tricky parking just fyi. The space itself is spacious and inviting. You order up front and they will buzz you to pick up your food to bring back to your table. I only ordered a smash burger with fries this time and it was delicious! If you're familiar with The Friendly's burgers, they are very similar. I must say the cheese on these burgers is easily melted and velvety in texture. There are different kinds of burgers available, tater tots, chicken, etc. 10/10!!!

This place is so cute! Enjoyed the burger and beer deal during the week and the beers are always cold and tasty!

Husband and I stopped in here for our first brewery getting off the plane in San Diego! I got The macaroon phenix - organic Toasted Coconut Chips, Raw Shredded Coconut, Raw Coconut Chips, Madagascar Vanilla Beans, & Dark Matter Coffee Unicorn Blood Espresso. It was super creamy but definitely a heavy beer to drink a full pour of! We weren't that hungry so we ended up splitting a crispy chicken sandwich which came with a side of salt and pepper fries. The breading was good; I liked that you could tell it was a real thick chicken breast (albeit a little dry). The interior was nice too - decorated with a bunch of plants and nice aesthetics. Would recommend!

NPBC holds the title as the new king of beers in San Diego. They have ruined me forever since I now prefer my West Coast-styled IPA's either double, tripled, or -- with the way my preferences are steering -- quadrupled hopped ONLY. DDH or bust, is my motto! This particular location in Bankers Hill is very much the preferred location over the original NP location. Parking is easy pickings and especially guaranteed right around the corner on Quince. The decor is regal, sleek, and natural. Vibes are relaxed and especially so with the open-air setup. Seating is a green light for small or large groups and dogs are allowed in the 2 patio areas lining the building. Bartenders have always been rad and quick. Beer selection, as previewed, features WC IPA's heavily and those that are usually DDH/ TDH, but their Pils is legit on a hot day and they also have other styles on deck from the Guest Taps, featuring a hard booch, cider, and even wine. This location is special in that they feature a food menu which carries from breakfast to dinner time. Their breakfast hosts the classics and, once upon a time, was ~$10, but prices have increased since opening. They do feature a Smash Burger on their menu and even some wings, all enjoyable bites but certainly not otherworldly. I am often a sucker for their Parkzookie and especially when I have it all to myself. NPBC just makes sense on so many different levels. Next outing you plan better include a stop here!

Came here on a Saturday during lunchtime. Was very slow when I got there... only 2-3 other customers in the place. I just came for a burger, so I ordered that and sat down to patiently wait for my meal. Took about 20 minutes to come out, which I think was way too long given how they weren't busy at the time of me placing my order. Burger was pretty good, a tad bit pricey though. Overall okay experience.

We were overnighting in San Diego before a flight to Hawaii and this place was recommend to us. We weren't steered in the wrong direction. We did takeout and everything was tasty and delicious. Next time we're in San Diego, we will eat in the trendy, full of energy, restaurant. The counter service was flawless and it's great going to a restaurant where the staff is friendly and seem to like their jobs. Great place to try especially if you're a beer connoisseur.

The beer here is great. Different options than the North Park neighborhood location, not as many hazy IPAs which is my personal preference. We ate lunch here, our order came out wrong the first time but she corrected it. The food was solid, nothing too crazy but it was also chicken tenders and a grilled cheese. It was a different, low key, vibe than other location but still a good time.

This is such a cute spot to enjoy a drink and some food on a beautiful afternoon. I had no idea that they had a decent food menu that is perfect to pair with a beer. I decided to indulge in a patty melt and I did it with a side Cesar salad which was great and I got an extra side of dressing. The patty melt was the perfect mixture of a grilled cheese and a burger it was super juicy and adding a side of the special sauce to dip it in was perfect. I have plans to be back soon and hopefully try something else on the food menu.

We come here all the time and made it between 5:30 - 6 pm for their Tuesday special supper... waited 45 mins for our teriyaki skirt steak that was tough and the plate had cold under cooked root vegetables. After we stomached the dinner that lacked luster... the dessert was suppose to be Churros with Tres Leche cake... the beer-tender dropped off about 20 mins later a carrot cake. No explanation or apology. We have no idea how much this dinner will cost... but in the end it was an option we chose to come here and give it a shot. Next time we will stick to the beer.

Legendary brewery. I was lucky enough to be in the area when they released the collab with Russian River. The Elder-Fu was legendary. Everything North Park makes or touches turns to gold. The service was excellent and the Bankers Hill location is awesome. The bacon burger was great.

Pretty sure we got here when it just opened. There were only 2 people sitting at the bar but by the time we left there was probably about 6 more tables and filling up. The service was good it's not necessarily table service but the server did check on us from time to time which was nice. We ordered at the counter got a little buzzer thing and sat down. Nice place looks new clean and a few tvs we personally like to sit at the bar while looking at the tv but you could've see them very well from the bar. We sat at one of the communal type tables for the 2 of us. We had actually came about 4 days previously with a very large group on a Saturday it was packed during the afternoon. We were so impressed with the burger I wanted to go back and try another one. I had the smash burger 2 patties with bacon caramelized onions and bbq sauce. It was delicious again. It's a true smash burger flattened with all the crispy edge and juicy where it counts, bacon could have been crispier. It was a potato bun which normally I don't like, too much bread, but as you can see the picture shows the perfect ratio meat to bun. I was told when I was here previously that it's a special potato bun that's kinda hard to find. It tasted good so sure I agree. The fries were great too! We of course gad to have some beer. A wide selection of taps, soda and some canned wine was what the offered. Probably one of the best burgers I've had but I am biased to a smash burger. Highly recommend. Have some good beer and a great burger. I forgot to mention they have some amazing bok bok wings homage to pok pok wings iykyk.

The burger here was very underwhelming! It wasn't bad but it was not amazing either! I definitely don't find myself craving it but while eating it it was not bad. The ingredients could be more fresh and the meat could use more seasoning!

This location is great, it's much smaller than the North Park one but the decor is gorgeous and it feels more neighborhood spot. I also prefer the menu which is full of amazing brined fried chicken sandwiches and wings as well as smash burgers. The fries are killer too. Service is always friendly and quick. Extremely dog friendly patio though this part of bankers hill always has a wind chill so bring a sweater! But a lovely option for a brewery somewhat away from the hustle and bustle.

I have a little bit of mixed feelings as I write this review. If I was just rating the beer, it would most definitely be a five star rating. As far as SoCal breweries are concerned (and I have been to a lot), they are in my top 3. Their IPAs are always ridiculous. I never find one I don't like. At this location IPAs are definitely the focal point, but they always have several other styles, plus ciders, other guest brewery offerings, and wine. Other pros: Food - It's nothing fancy, but I appreciate that. It's decently priced and good. We like the burgers - especially the patty melt. Decor - It's really beautifully decorated without feeling like it's too much for a brewery. Now where my mixed feelings come in... 1. Some of the staff is great. Helpful and friendly. Unfortunately some staff are not. They just look at you when you walk up, and don't seem to want to answer people's questions - especially those those not familiar with craft beer. 2. I know some people won't like this, but it does affect the experience there. The last several times I have been there, there have been a lot of children. I have nothing against that (I am a parent), but parents let their kids run all over, listen to their devices loudly without headphones, fight loudly with each other, etc. I actually had two kids run into me last time I was there. Luckily I wasn't carrying food or drink. I know staff don't want to deal with that, but there needs to be some accountability by parents. Myself, my husband, and friends are all regular customers, but our last few visits just haven't been great. Hopefully things can improve or we may just stick to to go beer.

The smashburger is great, like a In and Out burger on steroids. There is always a great beer selection here. One of the best beer spots in all of downtown bankers hills area.

I like trying new beers here. Never been disappointed. The bbq smash burger is my favorite thing on the menu. The poutine and the wings are also good. It's a fun place to be on game nights. Service is on the slower end.

Love the location in Banker's Hill. Easy parking in the neighborhood. They often have the doors open so it's dog friendly, but yesterday they were closed so we had to sit outside with our pup, but they did put on the heat lamps for us. I like that you can just grab a seat and then order at the bar individually. A lot of IPAs if that's your thing. Food menu is pretty big and had 2 impossible burger options. The vegan patty melt was delicious. And fries were nice and crispy.

Amazing burgers and amazing beer, what more could you want. Huge hazy ipa selection and decently priced burgers

This review is not for the beer. The space is airy with tall ceilings, large windows, and a bit of softened concrete and steel. You order beer and food from a counter and pick it up and seat yourself. I ordered the patty melt and fries. The fries were okay, but they were soft on the outside. The patty melt had soggy bottom bread that made it difficult to eat, and was far too salty (which is very unusual for me to say as I normally like things very salty). One of my friends also got a patty melt with veggie burger which served burnt and was an impossible burger instead, but he did say he liked it. I hope the beer is better but I wouldn't come back for the food.

First time at this brewery, it's a nice location-not too busy on a Saturday at noon. I definitely wish they had a menu with more variety. The burger is pretty good, however the fries were mid. The wings were awful in my opinion. I thought they could've been more crispier and I requested hot sauce but I felt like it wasn't even mild. It is a good place to watch a game but I'd probably eat elsewhere next time.

There is great beer all over San Diego, but if you are looking for great Hazy/NE IPA, you are looking at a few places - north park, Pure, Green Cheek, and Burgeon. Went to NP at Bankers Hill for first time. Great space and great neighborhood. Went on Sunday morning. Football on, very clean, easy to get a seat but people enjoying their morning. Good beer is a given - especially with the green cheek/north park collabs on the board! Had one item on menu - poutine - fries, fondue cheese sauce , cheese curds and carnitas - now I know I was starving after working out all morning - but it was one of the best bar foods ever! Everything was perfect and so decadent. Shared with wife and probably could have fed 4. Will be back at this location again!

My family and I went to North Park Beer Company while visiting San Diego. My son has recently become interested in visiting different breweries. My cousin in Pittsburgh owns a brewery and he highly recommended North Park. First of all, the inside and out of the building are beautifully done. There are two floors. Downstairs has great seating and is where you order your food and drinks. Upstairs has shuffle board, pinball, etc for entertainment. Their food was great. We had the Poutine Supreme and the BBQ Bacon Smash Burger. Neither disappointed. My husband and son thought they had a great selection of beers also. Parking is a bit of a hassle.

My wife and I stopped in here for a quick bite and a drink. You order and pick up at tue counter. Food was really good. Beer on tap. Good ambiance

The most unexpectedly epic smash burger at a brewery. My kids had TWO from the kids menu, and I was tempted to get another - but I saved room for a cookie sundae instead and did not regret my decision. The staff was super friendly and helpful with beer selection. Service was quick, but everything was hot and fresh. I also really appreciated the friendly, chill vibes with elevated art deco decor. All around, a unique, delicious, enjoyable, family-friendly experience.

Order at the counter kind of place which adds a relaxed vibe, there's plenty of seating for small and large groups. Been on a smash burger kick lately and have tried many burger joints in San Diego, and despite this place not being a "burger joint", their burgers are delicious. Super simple and delicious. We also tried the chicken tenders, definitely breaded in house and fried to perfection. The picture does it no justice. The Grilled Cheese with Bacon was also another hit, it had grilled onions adding to the flavor. The bread toasted just right and plenty of bacon. Lastly, their fries are hand cut, twice fried, and seasoned just right. They have a great selection of beers and also non alcoholic drinks. Service was quick and friendly. Definitely will be coming back with our group of friends.

This is my family's go-to spot. Love the vibe. Great casual place for food and beer. It's not unheard of for us to visit this place once a week.

Thursday 2pm, chill vibe, lunch specials and plenty of sunshine. Big screen TV for baseball and the famous smashburger deserves the accolades.

Cool joint. Open later than most businesses in the area, I believe it is 9pm. Friendly service. Cost of beer is average. I got a type of lager, which tasted nice. Parking is challenging in this area and I had to park far away on the street next to the park.

Brewery with their own kitchen?! Brunch on the weekends?! Non-beer options such as wine, cider, hard kombucha, and coffee?! This place has it all. One of my favorite spots to frequent when I want a meal with a drink. Their brunch goes until 2pm and that gravy is bomb. Favorite thing ordered so far has been the chicken and waffles. Cute vibes and lots of seating for indoor/outdoor. Dogs allowed and sometimes there can be a pup per table - no complaints here! Service is always great. Everyone is so nice and food comes out pretty fast. The only thing I realized that doesn't happen at this spot is they don't offer splashes for you to taste before you buy a full pour. A little sad since you can only purchase full pours (no tasters). Parking can be a hit or miss. At most, you'll circle for a few minutes.

Love this place! Always great beer selections. All of their locations are great but I love that they are all a different vibe. One of my favorite breweries in San Diego.