Stone Brewing Tap Room - Kettner

Stone Brewing is a fantastic brewery offering a wide selection of craft beers in a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the overall experience. Perfect for beer enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Highly recommended!

When we visited Stone Brewing, the taphouse was located just outside Petco field. Even though they have since moved to Kettner, they remain a taproom for some of the best beer to come out of California (IMHO). With 16 of the best they have to offer at the moment, the taphouse is a mandatory visit place every time we come to town, with multiple flights planned to sample as much of the range as we can. Merchandise is available.

Being the first stop on our San Diego beer tour, Stone Brewing left an indelible mark with its exceptional brews, prompt service, and overall welcoming atmosphere. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that this was a place where craftsmanship and hospitality intersected seamlessly. Flavorful Delights: Sampling Stone Brewing's array of beers was a journey through a spectrum of tastes and aromas. Each offering stood out for its distinct flavors, showcasing the brewery's commitment to producing high-quality and innovative brews. It's rare to encounter a place where every sip is a delight, and Stone Brewing certainly delivered on that front. Warm and Efficient Service: The staff's promptness and kindness set a positive tone for the rest of our tour. They were knowledgeable about the beers they served, making the tasting experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Their attentiveness added to the sense of hospitality that Stone Brewing exuded. A Memorable Experience: The brewery's ambiance played a significant role in shaping our visit. The combination of rustic charm and a laid-back vibe created an environment that felt like a welcoming haven for beer enthusiasts. It was clear that the design and layout of the space were carefully curated to enhance the overall experience. A Positive Start: Stone Brewing's strong showing on our beer tour set the bar high for the rest of our stops. The tasteful beers, exceptional service, and inviting atmosphere made it a memorable beginning to our exploration of San Diego's brewing scene. For anyone looking for a place where quality, taste, and hospitality intersect, Stone Brewing is undoubtedly a must-visit destination.

Fantastic service, awesome beer, and a most excellent beer garden and bar. Great selection of merch as well.

Third and last brewery of the day. Stone is a famous brewery. I was once in Grimsby, Lincolnshire and the local brewery, Docks Beers, had a Stone tap take over. They had some of the best Stone beers I've ever had. Anyway, back to this Stone, it's a tap room and not the actual brewery but they had over two dozen beers on tap and what Sam, and I had was very good. Outside they had firepits and live entertainment. She was good. Bought T-Shirts for our local brewery servers as a Christmas gift.

Beautiful garden, friendly staff that gives you recommendations about beer and they let you bring in your food.

I was excited to visit a Stone Brewery. They have outside seating. We chose to sit inside because UFC fights were on the flat screen. We ordered 2 flights from our phone by scanning the QR code for the menu. We didn't have to wait in line. Someone brought us our flights, probably in 10 minutes? It wasn't a long wait. They were fun to try. Some better than others. But all good. I love IPA'S. If I am back in the area, I'll visit again.

Extensive tap list of awesome beers; they certainly know their hops! Great outdoor patio area to enjoy their quality ales. Exceptional customer service - the guy at the bar went out of his way to talk me through the beers and make sure I was comfortable.

Really nice & cozy spot to watch the game and enjoy flights of refreshing beer. The staff were super chill, friendly and gave some great recommendations on the list of beers. We sat on the couches in front of the TV and I swear it was like I was at home, it was so comfortable. The ambiance and warmth of the sun shining partially made me want to take a nap lol Anyways they had a guy outside that was whipping up some bomb looking tacos from Mati's , even though I was full from brunch I had to have one. Well after that one I had two more and to be honest I'm craving one right now after a month. Habanero Margarita brew: 4.5/5 Not sure what the rest of the beer my crew got but they said all were great and they would come back here. Service: Awesome Cleanliness: great Great Beers, Music and Food stand option, with an awesome vibe. You can get better than that. I would definitely recommend this spot!!!

I revisited the beer of Stone Brewing once again. In the past it has usually been their IPA's that I have had. This time around I desired a different beer of theirs aside from an IPA. So on this occasion I got their Imperial Notorious P.O.G. which was a fruited Berliner Weisse beer which was a nice change of pace to have with this brewery. Flavor highlights with this particular beer are Passion Fruit, Orange and Guava with a nice dash of sweetness and a nice smooth body. I was grateful to get something different from this brewery as all I have ever felt like I thought they made was IPA's and it is nice to know that they make other beer styles and they aren't too shabby at all.

stop by for a flight before you continue on your day/evening in the city. This location does not offer food but there is a delicious thai place that you can order from. i opted for a flight of tasty beers and love the ruination! Parking will be hit and miss in this part of the city but there are some nearby parking garages for a fee.

Amazing beer selection, great little pocket park location, attentive service. Low key local vibe complete with happy dogs!

Always a spot I visit when out in Little Italy! Such a good deal on their flight. Four beers for $14 bucks! Heavy pours and brought straight to you. Bathrooms are located downstairs and a code is needed to enter in. Typically they have food available for purchase through some kind of food truck. Nice patio out front and such a nice set up inside with a few couches. They definitely have added more drinks since I've been with some cocktails and seltzers. They also have two michelada drinks which were good! Well the OG one since that is the one we had.

Had an absolutely transcendental experience at this location a few weeks ago, been thinking about it a lot. Stopped in after a Padres game for a beer and met Alexander, a server at this location. I drink a lot of craft beer, and I always have a lot of questions, and I am used to it being pretty gruff and sometimes difficult to get a good answer out of overworked beertenders who want to keep the line moving (I get it!), but Alexander was extremely willing to take time to not only help me navigate an enormous selection and find the right beer for me, but he did so with a patience and openness that really touched me. I was honestly caught off guard. Stone makes great beer - but so does everyone in San Diego. This level of kindness and attentiveness will have me returning. Thank you again Alexander!

Stone Brewing Tap room is located downtown San Diego, in the Core Columbia district, serving up some of the finest and tastiest tap beers in a nice lovely and cozy environment! Stone Brewing is located on Kettner and adjacent to the Sante Fe train station tucked away on the corner. You will find a beautiful patio type setting for the entrance. I came in and found a seat on one of the plenty lounge chairs with tables and scanned the QR code for the menu. While scanning the code, a menu will pop up, and you can easily purchase your beer, seltzer, or non alcoholic beverages. I went ahead and chose one of the sour beers and also the classic hazy IPA. Within minutes of purchasing my drinks from my phone, a nice gentleman came out and presented my drinks to me and let me know if I had any questions then to please ask him. The beer was great and crisp with plenty of flavors and was quite refreshing. I also had the amped up Stone Buena veza, which was a Mexican Lager with lime and salt aged on golden agave barrel chips with a whopping abv % of 9.4! Overall, it was an outstanding brewery with scenic views! The patio was amazing with comfy lounge chairs and a fire pit. There was also a large flat screen TV playing a basketball game. If you don't feel like staying on the patio, they also have an indoor bar area as well, and you can also order Thai food from the Thai restaurant next door. I will definitely be back again and try some other beers along with the food next door.

Circa 4-2-23. I have always liked Stone Brewery beers. This tasting room is really nice, except for finding it. It is devoid of signs, could be locals laws, I don't know. Someone finally asked us if they could help, then pointed it out to us. They have patio lights on the entryway. I had an Arrogant Bastard Ale. Never had it on tap, it was great. No food here tho, which I was aware of. Definitely worth the trip for the beer and.ambience.

This place is awesome! I try a new beer each and every time I come by and have never been disappointed. From ales to stouts, Stone has you covered. Located next to the Santa Fe Amtrak station, very convenient when I'm in town, its a hop, skip and a jump away after from the train and about a 10 minute drive from the airport. The beer elections change often but they're more popular brews are always available. I have sip on flights, full pints and 19oz. My favorites are the Stone IPA, Tropic of Thunder, Pale Ale and Delicious IPA. The servers provide tasting samples and always helpful in providing flavor profiles. Headquartered in San Diego, it's a hometown favorite. This location has merchandise and packaged beers for sale. There are benches and chairs on the inside and tables on the outside with fire pits when it's chilly. I enjoy this spot every time.

Great American food choices. Portions are generous. They do a nice job of pairing recommendations. They brew some of the best beers in the world with west coast style ales. Service has always been on point.

Stopped in on Mother's Day without a mother and the fire pits were going and for the most part we had the place to ourselves. So with the dog we got the space by the pit and had a couple of the IPAs brewed in partnership with a brewery from Ukraine. There is no food but next door is a Thai place that will whip up a meal. This location is a relaxing quiet place to enjoy the wide selection of taps.

A great stop near the port to grab a flight of beer to get a tasting of the Stone flair. We loved sitting around the fire pit at the large tables and chatting with other beer folks. Also grabbed some swag that was very affordable. Lots of flavor and great beer! Highly recommend

The Salt and Lime is a real winner! Brown Life Blood is excellent as well. Can't go wrong here.

Stone is a long time favorite brewery of mine so I was extremely happy to discover this location a short walk from the train station. Serious this is such a great location. I am one of the thousands of people that converge on San Diego for SDCC. I was early for my train, actually hoping to catch an earlier ride but failed. But instead I stoped off at Stone for a coupl of pints to start the decompression before I get home. I loved the indoor/outdoor seating there was a performer doing an accoustic set and it was just such a freindly laid back vide. Ob of course the beer was delicious and the staff was great.

Nice atmosphere, speedy service, and great beer! I love sitting outside by the fire pit and having a drink and chat with friends. Definitely recommend dropping in if you're in the neighborhood!

Checked this place out while we were in San Diego. Great atmosphere. Love the outdoor seating area and of course their beer is always good. Tried some beers that we will never be able to get at home. Super happy to hear some great music outside too. Can't beat the cool vibe. We will definitely be back on our next trip! The dude that helped us was also awesome! Thanks for a good time!

Stopped by this downtown SD location on our way to Seaport Village. I didn't get anything but just walked through to check it out. Seems like a cool place to have a cold one or two with some buddies. Outdoor seating is available for you to enJOY with good company. If you need to use the restrooms, you have to go down the long staircase and you'll need the code to get in. I'd come by again to try a fruity beer. Pretty sure these guys have a nice selection as they are known to have a good variety! Parking can be funky since it IS downtown but you'll find something eventually. Staff here is friendly as they greeted us when we walked in and they can answer any questions you may have.

Had an amazing visit at this location. I loved how this tap room is tucked in near little Italy with a really nice outdoor patio area. The highlight of my visit were the workers there. They were both very friendly and Alexander (I think that's his name) was very knowledgeable on the beers on tap and how they were brewed. Definitely recommend stopping by and hanging out for a relaxing beer when you're in the area.

A great place to sit and have a beer. They have a great selection of beers on tap and bottled.

I took the train down to SD for the weekend and had some time to kill before heading back on a Sunday evening. Obviously, I opened my Yelp app and searched for the closest place to chill by the train station. The Stone Brewing Tap Room was just a hop, skip and jump away from the train station so it was perfect. It's such a cute location. It was hot, so I'm glad we were able to snag a small table in the glorious AC but I would definitely love to sit in their outdoor area when it's not 100 outside. The outdoor area was really rustic and had plenty of space for groups of all sizes. I noticed that a lot of people bring their pups here, and I was totally here for that. It's kid friendly too. The tap room doesn't just serve beer, they have frozen drinks and other cocktails as well. So, if you're not a beer person, there's still something for you. The vibe here was super relaxed and laid back, and the beertenders were incredibly knowledgeable about the beers they had on tap. It's a perfect place to chill and have a few beers.

The beer was good but the service was garbage. My husband and i went with a group of friends on a Sunday afternoon for his birthday. The place was nearly empty,and we all wanted to sit together. We grab the table next to us to expand our table, and Alexander from behind the bar rudely told us that we need to get permission before moving any tables or chairs and insulted my husband and moved on. I would not go back to this location due to their terrible customer service.

Really cool spot at the edge of Little Italy. Their small courtyard with cool seating and umbrellas make it seem like this place has been around forever. It's part of an office building which is weird but it isn't. Restrooms are in the lower level. Code by the tap room door. Order at the counter and find your spot. Small seating area inside (leather couches). Lots and lots of merchandise- yeti cups, stickers, shirts, coffee - we spent too much money on that. It really is a cool location and would definitely visit when we are back in town. If you are in the area- make it a point to go- why not? Excellent beer and just a chill location. There is no food but 2 restaurants deliver (from the same building). Got home and bought ourselves some Buenaveza.

Walking by, you'd think that this tasting room is in the courtyard of an apartment complex but when you actually come in, you learn that it's in the courtyard of an apartment complex. Wait, what? Look, I don't care what sort of scene you paint for beer drinking so long as there is a backdrop for it. Yeah it's a little weird and out of place but hey, let's get weird. Good tap list, speedy service, ample outdoorish seating and happy hour specials. I'll tell you this much: if I lived I this complex, I'd be stoked that Stone moved in. Welcome, neighbor.

Best beer in the world. Great people that work here, true believers. Great ambience and an outdoor area that isn't on the street. In the past six years, Stone has seemed to lose its cool with the kids (who I guess have gone on to ciders, kombuchas, and other soulless sugar waters) - so a bit older crowd which is a plus for me.

We enjoyed the different beers we tried. We were disappointed they didn't have food as we saw on yelp but overall it was a great experience!

Great beer garden with afternoon sun. Good space for parties of 2-8. Needless to say, great beer selection of beers on tap. Wi-Fi password is StoneBrew

To me, the beer was only ok. I saw that they show horror movies on Fridays in October. They had a lot of cool swag too! Not just the usual hoodie, but blankets and jackets too!

Excellent service, excellent beer, excellent vibes and excellent food. Be advised that it IS right next to a base so lots of planes overhead which take a minute to adjust to. However, everyone was super friendly and went out of their way to check in on us to make sure the QR ordering system was working smoothly (zero issues with it). They do accept reservations, which we would do in the future as there was a wait.

Looking for a NICE and COOL spot to hang with some friends, have some good beer and good food? This is definitely the spot!! I enjoy coming to the Stone in Liberty Station and enjoying all the different setting they have. This last time We went we had such a wonderful experience. The entire time I thought Rachel was my server because she was very helpful and accommodating. She gave us great recommendations on things we have yet not tried. She had such a bubbly personality we enjoyed her being parts of our conversation. I also ended up leaving receiving great makeup tips from her. I was very impressed that she spoke Spanish fluently and was able to describe everything to us. Def made us feel more comfortable!! Overall I love everything stone has to offer! I PROMISE you won't be disappointed

Pricey but decent brews. I had a flight that included the Zombie Porter, Encourage Porter, Notorious Sour and Pineapple Down Ale. All very good. Hubby had an IPA and it was equally as good! Nice outside seating.

No food at this location. Look closely and don't just go by photos of others who don't know the correct locations. This place has a nicely stocked store, friendly team and nice outdoor area.

I don't want to yuck someone else's yum if they just love this place or seem ungrateful because a world class brewery's taproom isn't perfect. People have a wide variety of opinions about Stone and what they do. And I guess my expectations were probably too high. I figured a brewery as well known and successful as Stone would have a ridiculous, off-the-hook taproom or it would have nothing at all. This place, which is right by the Kettner trolley stop in Little Italy, does indeed serve Stone's beer, so that's a big plus on its own. I know they do too many over-hopped IPAs with odd flavor profiles. But their stuff on the whole is pretty amazing. West Coast IPA, Arrogant Bastard, Stone Pale Ale, Enjoy By....the list goes on. This taproom is an open air place with indoor seating and a fairly big size patio. It's got a lot of vegetation and both small and large communal tables. Cool vibe, especially with the great weather. But.... I was expecting a lot of beer that's small batch and isn't bottled or available anywhere else. That's part of the allure of going to a taproom. You go to the source and get stuff you'd have zero chance of getting anywhere else. But this particular one wasn't really like that. Just a mix of their big beers and a few odd choices like heavy stouts and a somewhat flimsy German style, a pilsner, I think. No food, which is fine. And if you need to use the bathroom, you have to enter the building that the taproom is kind of built into, go down a long set of stairs, find the bathroom and, oh by the way, you had better have memorized or written down the code to get in (which I actually understand having a code, otherwise you'd have homeless people pitching tents and bathing in the sinks in there non-stop). So despite the good beer, it was just a meh experience for me. Others may really love it, and in that case I say great, enjoy. I honestly don't know if I'd come back.

Horrible service. Advertised as having food and no food. Restaurants nearby close early. A scam!

Great little patio, good beer - perfect weather in downtown San Diego. We dropped off family at the airport and made pit stop for drinks and great Thai food next door.

Good size bar for just being a taproom. Nice ambiance inside and out; fire pits and TV's all around. Trivia on Thursday's is pretty fun too !

Unbeatable selection of beer. Would highly recommend the Liberty Station flight. The Korean fried chicken sandwich was unfortunately very average but if you like IPAs this is the place to go.

Not being the biggest IPA drinker I was hesitant to come here but was easily proven wrong. Sundry spark, Dayfall Belgian White and Endless Evaporation we're by far our favorites.. they also have a really chill outdoor dining space

This was my favorite taproom/brewery in San Diego so far. The beertenders were really nice and helpful. The gave us generous pours for our flight. Overall, the ambiance and decor were fantastic. I couldn't tell which one I liked more, the ambiance or the decor.

Always a great place to relax & enjoy a beer or 2. Bartenders are always friendly & ready to make any recommendations. You can order from your table & they bring your drinks.

Good location with ample outdoor seating- it definitely feels like a beer garden rather than a brewery. It's tucked in a bit. They also have amazing service - seriously, the beertenders were friendly and willing to help. Definitely some 3.5/solid 4 aspects: Food wise, there's a small restaurant inside the office space. Bathrooms- super inconvenient but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯.

Enjoying Stone Buenaveza Salt & Lime Lager delicious! Wow... definitely coming back again. Fast friendly service. Plenty of room to seat.

The ambience is superb! Huge selection of unique and fun beers. Make sure to sit by the Stone fire pits. Thank me later.

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don't tell anyone about this place. Let's keep it a secret. The location is somewhat like a speakeasy, super cute, trendy, great outdoor area. The beer is on pint of course and they have a great Thai place next door. Again, let's keep it a secret.

This was our second time visiting this place. The first time was in 2016 and then we recently visited San Diego and remembered this place and luckily it was still open. The place has plenty of seats indoors and outside with shade. Nice selection of beer to try and a good crowd. Service is good and the bar knows the beer well to help you make a selection. The good location is close to the waterfront, and an easy walk to the Gaslamp district where our hotel was located. We will return when in SD!

Nice little place, but they need to rein in their security guard. He came in after two rounds of Buenaveza and IPA's to the courtyard because he felt we didn't belong there. It was definitely a buzz kill, and honestly we might not be going back. Bar staff was super friendly though. Pro-tip: order Thai food in the same building and eat it with your drinks.

This place could not be more perfectly located. Adjacent to the Santa Fe Depot, a Transit hub. An amazing beer selection, plus an improved Web site access. There's essentially no vegan snacks to speak of, except the Thai restaurant next door will take phone orders and deliver inside Stone (a little known fact). It would be really great if they at least offered wine, for those who don't appreciate beer. Offering just a good white and red could actually help their business. For example my fiance loves breweries but with no wine, it ain't going to fly.

Definitely a solid spot to chill, drink, and chow some pretty awesome food. Poke tacos are my favorite. Staff was great. Only downside (if you want to call it that) are all the planes flying above, but nothing a little beer can't drown out the sound.

Great beers and margaritas! Loved the music and the ambience. The service not so much.. maybe the bar tender had a bad day and it's not like this most but not friendly service. Otherwise would recommend!

Stone Brewery is one of my favorite California breweries, so to learn they have a tap room near where we were staying made for a perfect place for a nightcap. Located in Little Italy, the Stone Brewing Tap Room on Kettner Boulevard has a nice space for groups with an outdoor patio, firepit and board games that you can help yourself to. Plus, they allow dogs out on the patio! The tap list is impressive, and that's what I mostly loved about this tap room. The experimental beers are not to be missed. We came here during the evening, post-dinner, and the place was still pretty busy. The tap list on the day we visited had a lot of different offerings. In fact, there were so many to choose from, several sounded intriguing. They do allow for free samples before making any purchases. In particular, as an IPA fan to another, Stone Brewing has plenty of IPAs, from lighter ones made with fruit to imperial, hoppy beers. My boyfriend and I shared a flight, which came with four five-ounce beers. The two I chose were a Grapefruit IPA and Ruination IPA, which is made with jasmine tea! The Ruination IPA is now definitely one of the best beers I've ever had, as it was floral from the jasmine tea yet doesn't compromise its hoppy-forward flavor. It's a strong IPA, enhanced with tea. Can't complain about that! But truly, Stone Brewery does such a fantastic job with recipes and creating different brews that it makes it hard to just pick one beer to have. Come for a flight or go all out with several different pints. Either way, you'll find a new favorite here at Stone Brewing Tap Room.